Steps from Keuka Lake.
Miles from ordinary.
J.S. Hubbs Guest House
About Us
Historic Charm and Modern Comfort in the Heart of Hammondsport, NY
Welcome to J.S. Hubbs Guest House, where family history meets modern hospitality. Nestled just steps from Keuka Lake and the Village Square, our property offers three unique accommodations: Hubbs Cellar, The Nautilus, and Junior's Suite.
Hubbs Cellar is a cozy, stylish one-bedroom retreat tucked beneath the main house, featuring a fireplace, wine fridge, bistro dining area, and handcrafted touches — perfect for a peaceful getaway.
Next door in the historic Carriage House at 19 Shethar Street, The Nautilus is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom lower-level unit, named in honor of our mother's work with Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, the father of the nuclear submarine.
Upstairs, Junior's Suite offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a large, comfortable living room — ideal for families or friends looking to relax and recharge.
Lovingly owned by our family since 1894, each space at J.S. Hubbs Guest House blends historic charm with modern comforts, inviting you to experience the beauty, history, and hospitality of Hammondsport.
Our Accommodations
Three distinct spaces, each with its own character
Hubbs Cellar
Cozy retreat steps from Keuka Lake
A charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment perfect for couples seeking a peaceful lakeside getaway. Located in the main house of the historic J.S. Hubbs Guest House, established in 1894.
The Nautilus
Spacious lower-level Carriage House living
A spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite occupying the lower level of our restored Carriage House. Ideal for families or friends looking for room to spread out while staying just steps from the lake.
Junior's Suite
Upper-level Carriage House retreat
A bright two-bedroom, one-bathroom suite on the upper level of the Carriage House, named after the Hubbs family's patriarch. Enjoy elevated views and a warm, inviting atmosphere for up to four guests.
What Our Guests Say
Don't just take our word for it
We stayed with another couple and our dog, and found the unit absolutely comfortable, clean and accommodating. We can’t wait to come back!
Walter Brown
Perfect Keuka Lake accommodation for 2 couples traveling with a dog Positive: What a fabulous property for 2 couples. 2 bedrooms with king size beds in each and 2 bathrooms. Plenty of room. Nice kitchen and coffee bar. Laundry if you need it. Dog friendly. Steps from Keuka Lake and the best restaurants in town. Private parking off the street. Great communication including a lot of information on activities in the area. Easy check in with door keypad. Loved this place. I highly recommend it and we hope to get back to it on a future visit to the finger lakes. Negative: Loved everything
Kimbre Mcstravick
VRBO
Incredible is an understatement. Every detail was well thought out. Plus we always love when coffee is included and a bottle of wine! Wow, just WOW!!!
Cheryl Brooks
My husband and I recently spent five days in the Junior's Suite. We loved it. The location is great since everything you need is an easy walk. Walter is very attentive. The unit is well appointed and very clean. We are looking forward to returning.
Elizabeth
Airbnb
Positive: Loved the location and cleanliness.Beds were very comfortable. Negative: The pillows were way to thick for me. :)
Lynn Reeder
VRBO
Our stay at Walter's Junior's Suite was very enjoyable. We were steps away from the lake and could walk to stores, coffee shops, and restaurants. Walter is a very fair and attentive host and maintains his property meticulously. There is nothing Walter did not think of in terms of amenities. We highly recommend using JS Hubbs on a visit to Keuka Lake.
Lori Cirillo
Direct
We had a wonderful stay at Walter’s place. The space is warm, inviting and had plenty of space. The bed was very comfortable and I slept like a baby both nights. We had a cozy night in our second night & loved using the fireplace to warm up along with blankets, a very comfortable sectional and a movie. Walter was a superb host- friendly, responsive and very helpful. Hammondsport is an adorable town & made for a great first visit to wine country. We will be back!
Megan Abrams
Everything about our stay was wonderful! The hosts were there for anything we needed and offered great recommendations for dinner and other attractions on the area. The location is awesome..only steps from Keuka Lake and Hammondsport Village. Only a short drive to Keuka Outlet Trail where we hike waterfalls and Seneca was close as well! The Cellar was so cozy and had anything you could need. Pet friendly is definitely a plus! Can’t wait to go back! Thank you to Walter and Meredith
Cynthia Timinski
Booking.com
We wish we could give more than 5 stars! Walter’s place was gorgeous and a treat to stay in. It was within walking distance to all the restaurants in town and only steps away from the water. Walter was extremely kind, flexible, and communicative. He gave us great recommendations for a dog park in the area (which our dog loved) and a wine bar that we thoroughly enjoyed. He was able to check us in an hour early, and he even left us a bottle of wine as an anniversary present. The whole stay was wonderful and we can’t recommend it enough. We will definitely be back!
Doug Stansley
Loved our stay at Junior's Suite. My family had plenty of room and the location can't be beat. Walking distance to everything. Walter was a great host and the space was spotless. Highly recommend!
Olivia
VRBO
What a great experience! Walter was an incredibly thoughtful host, going above and beyond to make us feel welcome. He gave us plenty of local recommendations including places to take our pup. The actual Airbnb was very spacious, clean, and included everything you might need for the weekend. There are many restaurants and shops within walking distance as well as the lake. As first time visitors of the finger lakes, we could not have asked for a better trip. We can’t wait to come back!
Lahrsen Harper
Kurzurlaub Positive: Ruhig, gute Ausstattung, Nähe zum See
Gabi Fortner
VRBO
Walter was fantastic! We had a wonderful stay and will be back!!
Katherine Foltz
Airbnb
My wife and I stayed at JJ Hubbs Cellar for our honeymoon, and we were not disappointed. Located right across the street from the grocery store and just a short walk to the lakefront and charming downtown Hammondsport, it made for the perfect weekend retreat. We were greeted by the fresh scent of clean linens and a well-maintained, sparkling unit. The overall cleanliness truly stood out. The crisp sheets, cozy blankets, and tasteful decor throughout made us feel instantly at home. Walter and Meredith went the extra mile by leaving a local dry Riesling chilling in the wine fridge for us. Though we never met them in person, their hospitality and warmth were palpable through the app. They were responsive, thoughtful, and clearly wanted us to have a great stay. We highly recommend staying at JJ Hubbs Cellar when visiting Hammondsport on Keuka Lake. You won’t be disappointed.
Daniel Rojek
My wife and I spent a long weekend at Hubbs Cellar and absolutely loved it. The space is cozy and well-appointed with everything you need. Walking to the lake took just minutes and the village has great restaurants. Walter was a wonderful host and made sure we had everything we needed. Will definitely return!
Michael
Airbnb
We stayed at the Guest house at Hubbs Cellar. Immediately it was super inviting and just a beautiful house! Love the ambience and all the little Details they put into the place to make it inviting and feel welcome! Minute walk to town and the lake. We will definitely be coming back.
Ashlee McLoughlin
Direct
Walter was very kind, courteous, and responsive! Incredible location and very cozy. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area!
Kaleigh Lombardo
A good time was had by all. The dog insisted we swim in the lake. The spouse insisted we buy wine from Bully Hill vineyards.
Elizabeth Taylor
Booking.com
We stayed in The Nautilus & it was perfect for us, clean & the location is so close to the water & we enjoyed walking to the water. Walter was so helpful & answered any questions we had promptly. We do plan on returning soon.
Patty Olson
Airbnb
Great place to stay. Walter was very helpful with local recommendations for restaurants, transportation and anything else I was looking for.
Cory Crane
Junior's Suite was the highlight of our Finger Lakes trip. Spacious, clean, and in the best location. The kitchen was great for making breakfasts before heading out to the wineries. Walter is an excellent host who truly cares about his guests' experience. We'll be back!
Daniel R.
Airbnb
Great host with a beautiful property and super clean rooms. Very modern up-to-date and very high quality furnishings and fixtures, a perfect stay!
Robert Lick
Our stay at Walter’s place couldn’t have been any better. He was extremely welcoming, the place was clean, and he provided us with great recommendations for local places to visit. He was great at communicating and made us truly feel like his home was our home. We are looking forward to booking with him again soon!!
Olivia Surace
We had a very nice stay. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen fully stocked, very clean. Definitely would stay here again.
Donna Gogel
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