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Exterior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Stay Lakefront on Cayuga! Enjoy the dock, kayaks, decks & pavilion~Dog Friendly!

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Aurora, NY
  • Popular LocationCayuga Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWells College27 min drive
  • AirportCortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)69 min drive
  • Popular LocationSheldrake Point Winery74 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8
139 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the area

King Ferry

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cayuga Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Bright Leaf Vineyard with a stay here. Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes and King Ferry Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min walk
  • Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 20 min drive
  • Wells College - 27 min drive
  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 52 min drive
  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - 14 min drive
  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 74 min drive
  • Finger Lakes Cider House - 60 min drive
  • Treleaven Wines - 9 min drive
  • Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 69 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay Lakefront on Cayuga! Enjoy the dock, kayaks, decks & pavilion~Dog Friendly!

Welcome to the Cayuga Cabana- your private paradise on Cayuga Lake!
Enjoy your front row seat to the most amazing sunsets on this lakeside property!
This property is located 3 miles down a peaceful, scenic, private road. This property features a main house and a guest house. Your vacation crew will have accesss to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Spend your days by the dock swimming, fishing, kayaking, or floating in a tube in the clear water of Cayuga Lake. When not enjoying the water- take advantage of the decks and the covered pavilion (with table and chairs) where you can gather with your friends and family to play games, eat a meal, or just sit back and relax!

Have a boat or plan on renting one during your stay? Bring it along and use the 4000lb boat lift. Boat launches are available at Long Point State Park.

If you want to get away from it all—this is the place for you! Cayuga Lake is well known for its pristine water quality –making it perfect for swimming, boating and fishing. Scenic bike rides, hiking, long sunset walks along the water, jogging, and searching for fossils are all highly recommended activities!

Book now to reserve the best spot on Cayuga Lake!

ACCOMODATION DETAILS
Main House
The main house is one level with an easy, no steps entrance and a wraparound porch. The living room offers seating, 2 sliding glass doors for easy access to the dock and pavilion, Sling TV, Bluetooth speaker for listening to your favorite music and a panoramic view of the lake! There are 2 comfortable bedrooms with ceiling fans and queen size beds. The bathroom has a shower and is also where you will find a washer and dryer. The dining room features a large table, a water cooler and a coffee bar. The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave. Dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and glassware are provided. A mini split air conditioner in the main house will help you beat the heat. Window air conditioning units have been installed to provide extra comfortable sleeping conditions in the bedrooms.

Guest House
1st floor. Enjoy an efficiency kitchen with sink and mini fridge, table for 2, Queen size bed, and half bathroom. Air conditioning is provided by window unit. Private entrance and deck that overlooks the lake.
2nd floor. Features a bedroom with Queen size bed, large closet, vaulted ceiling with ceiling fan, bathroom with shower, balcony and private entrance (must use outdoor steps to access). Air conditioning provided by window unit.


THE GOOD STUFF
Fresh linens, pillows, towels, toiletries, and paper products are provided
Air conditioning—a must during the summer
Washer and Dryer
Dishwasher (Nobody wants to do dishes while on vacation!)
2 Kayaks with paddles available for your lake time pleasure. 1 sit-in and 1 sit-on
6 Large River Run Inflatable tubes with mesh bottom and cup holders
One person Inflatable Row boat with oars and other inflatables are on site
Life jackets and PFDs
Covered pavilion with table and chairs
Gas grill - New 4 burner grill for 2023!
Firepit for fireside chats and s'mores (new for 2023)
Variety of games, books and puzzles
Parking for 4 cars (2 uncovered spaces + 2 spaces in carport)
Swimming area accessible by steps at dock (Swimming shoes recommended)
40 foot dock perfectly positioned for watching the sunset
Good depth at the end of the dock for fishing (Bring your own pole)
4000lb Boat Lift
Large stone patio area perfect for sun seekers
Pet Friendly
Clothesline that also doubles as a dog run
Purple Martin House—located in front of the guest house. It is fun to watch these birds as they help control the insect population!

AREA HIGHLIGHTS
Long Point Winery (3.5mi) Right up the road! Award winning winery on 72 acres that overlook Cayuga Lake. Features Amelia’s Deli on Saturday & Sunday serving sandwiches, salads, meats and cheeses.

Aurora Brewing Company (3.5mi) Nano brewery located right next door to Long Point Winery. Grab a draft or a flight or a non-alcoholic beverage. Wood fired pizzas on Fridays and Saturdays. Other food available on other days of the week. Great place!

Treleaven Winery (9mi) Many consider this winery the best in the area. They also serve beer & ciders. Live music and many other great events are featured here each weekend. Be sure to put this place on your to-do list.

Village of Aurora (6 miles North) - Revamped by the American Girl Doll founder, this picturesque and historic town on the shores of Cayuga lake is a must see. Home of the beautiful Wells College campus. Along with markets, wineries, and shops, Aurora also boasts a wonderful seasonal farmers market. Bring your bikes and enjoy a scenic ride! Be sure to visit the Aurora Inn for a 5 star meal at 1833 Kitchen & Bar on the water, or go across the street to the Fargo Bar and Grill for a laid back atmosphere with an outside patio garden. Both restaurants are accessible by boat also!

Long Point State Park (3.5mi) Park has boat ramps & overnight parking for trailers/boats. Explore the playground, fishing pier, 4 lane boat launch, swimming and picnic/grill area while you are here.

Lakeside Entertainment (13mi) – This is a small and interesting casino in Union Springs. A great place to spend some time on a rainy day

NEARBY SUPPLIES
Wilcox General Store 1595 State Route 34B King Ferry, NY 13081
Great Mom and Pop general store with deli. Friendly staff. Great place to pick up some basics including milk, bread, cold beverages (including beer) and bait.

King Ferry Corner Store 960 Route 34B King Ferry, NY 13081
Offers local products, fresh baked goods, daily lunch specials, breakfast sandwiches, basic grocery items, and gasoline.

Union Springs Supermarket 177 Cayuga Street Union Springs, NY 13160
Full-service market selling groceries, produce, meat, bakery items, dairy products, and nonfood goods

NOTES
As mentioned, this property is on a private road. The speed limit on this road is 10mph—please be mindful and respectful of this. Rental is towards the end of the road, so it is very peaceful with little traffic. Road is PERFECT for biking, jogging, walking, etc.. Be sure to wave at all the neighbors on the way in!

Travel time from the main road to the property is approx. 20 minutes.
We highly recommend bringing your groceries and supplies with you—going to the stores can be time consuming due to the private location of the property. Spend your time enjoying the lake instead!

A boat lift is provided for V-bottom boats that weigh 4000lbs or less. If your boat does not meet this criteria, you may launch and load at Long Point State Park. Due to unpredictable weather and the 2-3 foot waves that it can bring, tying of boats to the dock is not permitted. Broken boats and docks are no fun and we know fun is the goal.

Smoking or vaping inside the property is not allowed. Feel free to smoke outside on one of the porches.

NO large or loud parties are permitted. The neighbors are lovely and kind people that are enjoying their friend and family time too. Small gatherings with your family and friends with reasonable and respectful music volume is highly encouraged!

Property manager

Mike and Melissa

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Please dispose of smoking waste properly.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

2 Lakefront Homes ~ 1 Unforgettable Vacation on Cayuga Lake

Stay Lakefront on Cayuga! Enjoy the dock, kayaks, decks & pavilion~Dog Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
It was great! Comfortable…. Peaceful…..we really enjoyed sitting on the dock/ patio each night for sunset. We were out and about each day…. Wineries, apple festival, and Mac kensie Childs art show…. So coming back to the lake each day was perfect. Any questions we had Michael answered right away… we definitely look forward to doing it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Expectations!
I can't put into words how special our stay here was! The property has everything! Family and friends thoroughly enjoyed the cool, clear, refreshing lake with swimming, relaxing in the tubes and kayaking. Our dog has never been so happy, retrieving a ball in the water from sun-up to sun-down! The grill, covered picnic table and firepit were amazing...and the sunsets on the lake....ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR! Our family now all wants this to be an annual trip! Thank you Melissa!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Z., Suffern, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Family Times!
This was a family trip for 8 adults and 2 dogs. We had a great time. The property consists of a main house with two bedrooms that is right on the Lake. The guest house is a two story home with bedrooms on each floor. The hosts were great, No issue checking in. The house was well stocked and they were kind enough to provide recommendations on places to eat and see. The home was clean and had plenty of room for our group. The only challenge is that the house is near the end of a partially paved road that takes about 20 minutes to get out of the neighborhood so when you run out to the store, make a list to avoid forgetting things. We spent some time at the brewery and winery when we weren’t enjoying the lake. The hosts provided two kayaks and plenty of tubes to enjoy the water and a small pump to inflate and deflate. We also rented out a pontoon boat at a nearby and had a great day (reserve early). Lake was not crowded and the water was pretty warm. Overall we had a great time and would recommend the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside
We had a good stay. It’s a great setup for multiple guests. We loved being on the lake and having inner tubes and kayaks available. We enjoyed the visiting ducks, watching all the activity at the birdhouse & eagles soaring overhead. Beware of tons of spiders in the evening around the picnic table. The long drive into the property is that, long, slow, mostly gravel & a single lane. The main house functions well and had all the modern amenities, but floors were “spongy” feeling near the main entrance, kitchen & one bedroom. If we planned another trip to this area, we would consider returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding trip
This was the perfect place to stay for a wedding we went to. Plenty of bathroom area for 6 adults. I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay & great location on the water!
We had a wonderful stay! Thanks to our great hosts for a fantastic Memorial Day weekend. - This is the most well-stocked vacation rental I've ever stayed in! Aside from the food you'll need to bring, it has everything you need, from towels, to soap, to board games and coffee, to cooking utensils and filtered water, it's got it. - Honoco Road is a tight, one-lane, 10 mph road, with the house about 3 miles (20 mins) in. Observe the speed limit, look ahead for incoming cars and pull over, and wave at your neighbors for the stay. - Long Point State Park is about 5 minutes from the start of Honoco Road and perfect for enjoying the day and/or stowing a boat or launching a boat during your stay. - Have a boat? Sheldrake Winery & Thirsty Owl are right across the lake, and Lakeshore Winery & Goose Watch are across the lake, a little ways up and to the right. All allow you to dock your boat. - Don't have a boat? Check out Aurora Brewing and Long Point Winery within minutes of leaving Honoco Road, and Brightleaf Vineyards and Treleavan are also just a few minutes further. - Need groceries/gas? Stop at the Ithaca Mall on your way up, or head about 30 mins from the house to Union Springs for a gas station and small supermarket. Try to bring what you need and make sure you have a full tank of gas. - The house and guest house: Comfortable and exactly as pictured. The guest house was cute and perfect for my parents during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Nick L.

Great Views
Property was just as listed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
Nice stay...
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Deborah H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sewer gases, electrical breaker problems, bees
The rental smells of sewer gases. As a builder I can't believe this property is up to code. Unsafe decking, dock, and no railings along concrete upper walls. The neighborhood is terrible. Never again. Property needs alot of work. I had to make repairs while there. I kept the power going, because breakers kept popping.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Em K., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House of Dreams
We loved our stay at Mike and Melissa’s place. The house and guest house are cozy, spacious, and have great amenities. The views from the balcony and outside deck area are breathtaking. Mike and Melissa were incredibly accommodating and generous with us and our requests. It was our wedding weekend, and they left us a thoughtful card and chocolates to celebrate us. They made the weekend easier for us with their prompt communication, warmth, and understanding. Our friends and family who got ready with us were amazed by the beautiful property. It is also amazing to be able to jump right into the lake—which we did on our wedding morning! Highly recommend to any future guests considering a stay in the Finger Lakes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022