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Cottage Over Water - Skaneateles Lake
Located directly over the beautiful waters of Skaneateles Lake. Enjoy incredible views and immersive soundscapes from a rustic, knotty-pine cottage. Ideal for small-family vacations & couples retreats. Sleeps 4-6. Includes: updated kitchen, bathroom, queen bed set, sleeping loft (w/queen), 8 pc. modular sofa, TV, cable, wi-fi, heat, a/c, water & ice. Patios have seating for dining, sunbathing, net-covered bunk bed, boat dock, swim dock (Jun-Sep), gas grill, big swing, 4 kayaks & a paddle board.

Owasco Lake Retreat
Boasting a sixty foot private dock on Owasco Lake home. Beautiful 2 tier 50ft deck with hot tub offers gorgeous views of the lake. Private home on 2 acres, including a play space for the kids is perfect, whole family. Have a fire by the lake or use the propane fireplace on the deck. Located near lovely Skaneateles, the Owasco retreat is minutes from various State Parks, hiking restaurants and all they have to offer. Deer, eagles, turkey& fox roam the back Plenty of space to enjoy with the family

Hot Tub + Rare Flat Lakefront | Dock & Kayaks
Private lakefront home on Owasco Lake in the Finger Lakes with stunning sunsets and rare level access to the water—no stairs. Enjoy a large flat yard, private dock, paddle boards, kayaks, and a new grill. Inside a 75” smart TV, fast Verizon Fios Wi-Fi, A/C, and smart TVs in every bedroom. The master suite includes a private deck with lake views. 15 minutes to Auburn and Skaneateles, and close to wineries, breweries, golf, and charming lake towns. New luxury 6 person hot tub installed June 2026

Gorgeous Lake Home Spectacular View
Rest and relax at this custom-built lakefront home with newly renovated additional bungalow. Offering unparalleled views of Skaneateles Lake, 2,000 sq. ft. of decking over 4 levels, granite countertops, new stainless appliances, waterfalls and much more! Newly renovated living space offers an additional 4th bedroom, luxury bath (with steam shower, radiant flooring, Japanese bidet and soak tub), living area with mini kitchenette overlooking a 2nd floor deck with dining area facing the lake.

The Point at Eagle Cove
This completely renovated 4 bedroom, 3 full bath home is located on 130' of beautiful, level Owasco Lake shoreline. The property also boarders a small brook providing water views from every window in the home! The first floor bedroom layout includes a master with King bed and sliding glass door entrance onto the 26' deck and a bedroom with Queen bed that share a full bath. Upstairs are two bedrooms each with 2 Queen beds and en-suite bathrooms with individually controlled heat and a/c.

Otisco Lake park like setting
Year round home located on a unique lakeside country setting with a newly renovated bathroom. Over 2 acres of outside green space offering a park like experience to enjoy many recreational activities * please note this space is shared with family and another guest house. There is plenty of area for all to enjoy including 900 feet of lake frontage with a creek running though the property. Enjoy a campfire lakeside at a dedicated private fire pit. Amber Inn is within walking distance.

Rivers' Edge Retreat: A Private Waterfront Cottage
Relax at this charming waterfront retreat on the scenic Seneca River. Nestled in Central New York, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage blends comfort with character—featuring nautical décor, a soaring two-story living room, cozy lofted bedroom, and sleeping space for up to five guests. Spend your days by the fire pit, soaking in river views, or adventuring with direct access to Cross Lake. Whether you paddle, fish, or swim, this private getaway is perfect for making lasting memories.

Brand new luxury lakefront home on Cayuga Lake!
Newly built luxury accommodations on Cayuga Lake in the heart of the FLX. 4 BR (5 Beds). 3 full baths. Laundry. Wifi. Central Air. 75" Smart TV. High-end finishes. Nearby amenities include: Cayuga Wine Trail Cayuga Lake State Park Women's Rights National Historic Park the Lago Casino & Resort Waterloo Premium Shopping Outlets Taughannock Falls State Park Ithaca (Cornell University & Ithaca College) Watkins Glen State Park Family built, owned, and managed since 2022. Be our guest!

Heron Cottage on Cayuga Lake
Heron Cottage is a newly renovated, year-round lakeside getaway on Cayuga Lake! Just 2 miles south of Aurora, and a 5 minute walk to Long Point State Park with access to a public boat launch, swimming/playground/picnic area and stunning lake views. This cozy cottage offers a truly unique experience with beautiful lakeviews and 22 acres of private wooded trails behind it. Heron Cottage is the perfect spot to enjoy Fingerlakes wineries & breweries and is minutes from The Inns of Aurora.

Year Round Blue Star Cayuga Lakefront House
Welcome to our spacious updated 3 bedroom home with two full bathrooms and one half baths. On Cayuga Lake,it is perfect for family vacations or couples looking to get away. Swimming, fishing, kayaking, leaf watching, star gazing, ice skating, ice fishing, this is a year round destination. Beautiful modern kitchen and a great big deck off the house and dock for warmer weather. Great location for wine and beer trails as well as woman’s museum. No additional cleaning fee! NO PARTIES!

Lake Home on Cayuga - Kayaks included
*The host has covered 100% of the guest Airbnb fees on this 90 ft of private lake front property* Have dinner on the screened in porch while watching the sunset. Roast marshmallows by the fire pit. Jump off the dock and swim in fresh water or float alongside on the kayaks provided. Take a wine tour by boat. Hike trails and see the waterfalls at our local state parks. Rent a boat from the marina next door. For couples, families, friends, and water enthusiasts, this has it all!

Cayuga Dacha
Welcome to Cayuga Dacha, our Happy Place. We hope it will be yours too! Situated on the Northeast side of beautiful Cayuga Lake, close to wineries, breweries, the Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, Montezuma Wildlife Refuge, marinas, restaurants, golf and more! Enjoy lake views from the house or deck, relax by the water, paddle in the kayaks, create a feast in the fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, or plan your wine country adventure with the help of our carefully curated guide to the FLX.
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- Cornell University
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- Greek Peak Mountain Resort
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- New York State Fairgrounds
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- Taughannock Falls State Park
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