Cape Cod on Cayuga Lake West Shore

We just finished a lovely week exploring Lake Cayuga and staying at this cozy cottage. You couldn’t ask for a better location, with easy access to the dock and the lake. The few minor hiccups we experienced were immediately addressed by the host. Our main call-outs would be that the furniture/beds are in need of an upgrade, as they were not comfortable. Grill is charcoal, not gas, so a bit more of an expense if you want to grill everyday. Otherwise, everything was as expected - a beautiful and relaxing way to spend time with family. Thank you so much!!

We found this cottage last minute on VRBO. we were worried about the cottage not having air conditioning as it was pretty hot the first few days of our trip. This honestly was not an issue. Fans and windows open, lots of kayaking, swimming and paddleboarding on beautiful cayuga lake. The cottage is so quaint and cozy, we were very comfortable here, hated to leave, hope to come back! The screen porch is amazing, the dock is beautiful, we also really enjoyed using the firepit. Very quiet and very private location. We took day trips to Ithaca (Cornell's Ornithologylab- wonderful), Watkins glen, Taughannok and visited Two Goats brewery on Seneca.

It is the most peaceful and relaxing setting that we have stayed in for a long time. Perfect location for wineries and parks/hiking.

So enjoyed our stay at this sweet cottage with rustic comfortable amenities. Wonderful dock for sunning, yoga, or fishing! Friendly neighbors and option to avoid stairs for seniors was helpful when my parents visited. Great for young families with all that amazing bunk room...comfortable for adults too. Would recommend to others for sure!

We had the most relaxing vacation! The cottage had everything we needed to kick up our feet and enjoy the view. The lake was so placid until our last day when the winds picked up. From the dock we swam, drank our morning coffee, enjoyed some wine and cheese from a local winery, and met some nice neighbors. It was our second favorite place to hang out…. Our favorite place was the screened in porch where we could take in all the activities of the lake; watching boats and even observing a few big fish catches! Upstairs you’ll find 5 or 6 built in beds but we didn’t need them as it was only my husband and I and we slept downstairs leaving all the screened windows open to hear the nature sounds. Things to know: No air conditioning and 1 bathroom with small shower . Truthfully , that’s all we needed to get away from buzz and grind of our everyday lives. There is a tv but didn’t use that either. We did use the WiFi to stay in touch somewhat. Overall we definitely rate it a 5 and would return next summer for a relaxing reset to our busy lives. Thanks to Susan for everything!!

The view of Cayuga Lake from the cottage was beautiful and serene. We sat on the front porch or dock most of the time. Watching the sunrise in the early morning hours was majestic and listening to the waves crashing gently to the shore was soothing at night time. The community of the cottage is in a very intimate setting with other cottages close by. There was a common walkway right in front of the cottage that was used frequently throughout the day and evening by those living on both sides of the cottage. When people walked by they were only a few feet away from you if you were seated on the rocking chair or eating at the picnic table on the screened in porch. Everyone was very friendly. The host was extremely responsive and answered all questions in a timely fashion. She even left us a wonderful bottle of wine.

My family and I love this little house, and the lake, and the area. We started here for a week and it wasn't long enough.

This was a sweet cottage with a beautiful view. I loved the look of this home and the upstairs, built in beds. The owner was quick to communicate and helpful. We loved that it was close to nice trails. Some things to know before selecting this location: The lake is very large and is effected by the wind, which makes water skiing conditions very unpredictable but it does have a great boat lift and new dock. Pack everything you would need as if camping. There is a nice Wagmans grocery store about 20 minutes away. The mattresses are uncomfortable so consider sleeping bags or something with a lot of padding. Bring a fan if it is hot and extra blankets if it is cold. There is one small bathroom with a small stall shower. You need to take garbage to a specific dump station and get stickers for each bag at a local grocer. These are some pretty good breweries close by and if you are a fan of wine we saw so many signs for wineries. We loved local veggies and fresh eggs. I hope this helps.

What a charming place tucked away in the Finger Lakes! Even though the weather was rainy, we enjoyed the porch overlooking the lake. We come to the area every year and definitely will be back!

Simply Charming! A quaint cottage that sits on a beautiful property along Cayuga Lake. This 1930's lake house is a rare find so be prepared to unwind, relax and enjoy. Thanks for a great week and lovely stay Susan!