Cayuga, New York
Welcome to our happy place. Cayuga Dacha is situated at the north end of stunning Cayuga lake on a large grassy yard with 100 feet of private lakefront. Whether you have a few days or a few weeks, this is the perfect place to call home while you explore the boundless opportunities for fun in the Finger Lakes. Both Cayuga and Seneca Lake wine trails are easily accessible, Ithaca and its gorges are a direct shot south on the historic Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, and Montezuma Wildlife refuge is only 5 minutes away. There are grocery stores 10 minutes away in Seneca Falls, or in 20 minutes you can be perusing the local flavors at Wegman's in either Geneva or Auburn. There is a golf course 5 minutes away, many antique shops, two great breweries and multiple wineries within 15 minutes. For boaters, there are 7 wineries and several restaurants on Cayuga Lake accessible by boat. If you don't have your own boat, you can rent a charter that will take you out on the lake for the day and stop in at the wineries for tastings and lunch. There is almost no better way to spend your day than combining the wide open waters of Cayuga Lake with the unique vintages that are so lovingly produced on its shores.
Our home has 2 bedrooms (one with a queen bed and the other with a king and single bed) and 1 and 1/2 bathrooms. There is a comfortable sleeper sofa in the living room. We have a fully-stocked kitchen with all of the equipment you could need to make delicious meals. There is a washer and dryer as well as a dishwasher. We also provide linens.
The house also features WI-FI, a flat screen TV with Hulu, Netflix and Android TV box for streaming, Klipsch sound system that can be paired via bluetooth, a PS3 with a variety of games, a gas grill, two kayaks and life vests for your use, air-conditioners in both bedrooms and the kitchen, beach towels and adirondack chairs down by the lake. There is a deck with table, chairs and umbrella which is a perfect place to have your morning coffee while you gaze out onto the lake and watch the ducks, geese and herons that frequent this part of the lake.
For boaters, there are two marinas within walking distance of the property and a public boat launch less than 10 minutes away. This end of the lake connects to the Erie Canal through Mud Lock and to Seneca Lake via the Cayuga-Seneca Canal. Not only does this mean we get to watch tons of amazing boats floating by, but also if you are a boating enthusiast yourself you can spend a relaxing day sailing down the canal and end up in historic Seneca Falls just in time for lunch! Kayaking through the canal is also a great experience
We have been coming to the Finger Lakes for years and we know it can be daunting to decide how to make the most of your valuable vacation time. With all of the activities the area has to offer including wine and beer (and cider! and cheese!) tastings, boating, fishing, hiking the many trails, and exploring the regions historical and cultural attractions, one might have trouble deciding what to do! Luckily, at Cayuga Dacha, we have all of the information you need to plan your days. We have provided a detailed and up-to-date guide including tips, suggestions, itineraries, and local information that will put the charms of the Finger Lakes literally at your finger tips.
If you're like us and you believe that everything is truly better by the water, come see just how good life can be.
We enjoyed our stay, kitchen was fully stocked so we were able to cook our meals at the house every night. The location was quiet and we loved sitting on the back porch - what a beautiful view! Thank you for sharing your home with us, we hope to be back!
My husband and I had a great stay here! We've been to the finger lakes a few times and this was by far my favorite place we have stayed. The property is beautiful, and the house is so clean, modern, and has everything you could need and then some. I will say that the photos do not do it justice(maybe just not updated?), but the layout is great, and it was so spacious! We would definitely love to come back.
My wife, sister, my parents, and I were in town for a weekend wedding and had a great time. Cayuga Dacha is spread out just enough to get some space, but also close enough to have some great quality time between events. It's located within easy driving distance of plenty of attractions, and sunsets on the lake were a highlight of the experience. The management was very responsive and prompt in communicating, and flexible to our needs. I would recommend Cayuga Dacha to a friend.
We had an amazing stay from the seamless communication with Adrienne to the easy check-in and check-out. The home was impeccably clean and well stocked with everything we could have needed. We enjoyed use of the kayaks and appreciated some wonderful restaurant recommendations. We highly recommend Cayuga Dacha! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
This house was in a great quiet location just steps from the lake. The house was very clean and had everything you could need. plenty of towels, toilet paper, linens, soaps etc. Although the bath is shared between the two bedrooms, each bedroom had its own vanity and sink making it very convenient. Large, spacious and nicely decorated with high end furnishings. Do yourself a favor and walk north and stay to left onto river road to the Canal lock: fascinating. A short ride to Auburn will bring you to a Wegman's supermarket. The best supermarket we've ever been to. The kayaks were an added plus. Two things to know. The owner has added a much needed gazebo over the outside table to keep the sun out. There was only one dissapointment. The fire pit was unusable. It was filled with landscaping debris and oddly located right next to the neighbors fence. We would have smoked them out if we used it and we did not want to be bad neighbors. It actually seemed dangerous if we did light it. Solution: we bought one at Home Depot and luckily I drive a pick up truck and was able to take it home. Minor inconvenience to an otherwise spectacular vacation.
I rented this house for several nights with three friends. As advertised, it is located directly on Lake Cayuga which provided us with the ability to launch our kayaks from the back yard as we were in town for a kayak fishing tournament. The property was very clean and equipped with virtually everything you would need, from towels to bed linens to a fully stocked kitchen etc. Only needed to bring ourselves and we were all set. The owners were very accommodating and helpful both during the rental process as well in answering a few questions which we had upon arrival. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay on the lake.
We had a great time at this property. It was clean and very well stocked. The big back yard right on the lake was quite and peaceful. The sunsets alone were worth the trip! The only down side, and this is not the owners fault, is that everything is a bit of a drive, groceries, restaurants, wineries, and entertainment. This is a very residential area. However, we mananged, and had a great time.
Had a beautiful, peaceful week. The house is very nice and clean and is equipped with everything you could need. This is our second time staying here and we are already looking forward to spending another week here next year.
My stay was a perfect getaway, I spent hours watching the lake. The house was so clean and comfortable. I was alone at the house for part of my stay and I felt very safe in the quiet and peaceful surroundings. When my family joined me there was plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen was the best equipped I have ever encountered in a vacation home and I made great use of it prepping and cooking the wonderful produce from a stand near the house. I hated to leave and plan to return!
The property was everything you see in the online pictures and more. The house was so inviting and up-to-date. It was equipped with all the necessities to make large meals and all the necessary spices/condiments to make a great meal. The whole family truly enjoyed our stay for the week and would definitely come back. I would recommend this place to everyone.. Thank you for great memories with our family.