Skaneateles Lakefront Getaway
House in Skaneateles Lake, NY
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
Charming lake view cottage on the tranquil southern end of Skaneateles Lake with 100 feet of lake frontage and a boathouse right on the water. Perfect for enjoying the lake and forgetting your troubles. Unique property with rare easy access to the lake by foot or by car. Open floor plan with french doors leading out to huge deck from sun-filled living room and master bedroom with spectacular views of lake. Also has a second bedroom with 2 twin beds plus a front room with a day bed that opens to a queen bed for additional sleeping options. Fully equipped kitchen with washer/dryer, country dining table, comfortable seating for 6 and a gas fireplace.
Boathouse furnished with fun and comfort in mind. Sliding glass doors open to double boat slip. Large wooden deck at water level with colorful Adirondack chairs. Lakeside fire pit perfect for grilling and roasting marshmallows. Full boat slip with ample additional dock frontage for tying up your fleet of small boats.
Unusually easy car access to the lake - drive down to the boathouse right to the water's edge. You can launch your boat from the Scott Park public boat launch, a 1/2 mile from the house or, if the water level in the lake is low, you can use the Skaneateles Marina in Mandana, a 10 minute drive up the lake. Please note there is a small, quiet road between the main house and the boat house. And while we are very dog-friendly, we do have a one-dog maximum per renter and the dog must be small, house-broken and well trained.
Boathouse furnished with fun and comfort in mind. Sliding glass doors open to double boat slip. Large wooden deck at water level with colorful Adirondack chairs. Lakeside fire pit perfect for grilling and roasting marshmallows. Full boat slip with ample additional dock frontage for tying up your fleet of small boats.
Unusually easy car access to the lake - drive down to the boathouse right to the water's edge. You can launch your boat from the Scott Park public boat launch, a 1/2 mile from the house or, if the water level in the lake is low, you can use the Skaneateles Marina in Mandana, a 10 minute drive up the lake. Please note there is a small, quiet road between the main house and the boat house. And while we are very dog-friendly, we do have a one-dog maximum per renter and the dog must be small, house-broken and well trained.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Skaneateles Lake, NY
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Reviews
5.0
House and property was perfect. Clean comfortable home with decks and boathouse that made our stay enjoyable. Nice stocked home . Communicating with Eric was a pleasure. Would most definitely return. Loved everything about our stay.
5.0
What a little gem on the south end of the lake. You won’t be disappointed in booking this property. From a fully stocked kitchen, to the tasteful and thoughtful decorating throughout and the comfortable bed and bed linens, there is nothing here that will disappoint!
The view, the lake and the quiet peaceful setting made for a wonderful and relaxing week long stay for my entire family. My son fished his heart out, we all swam and loved sitting around the fires at night.
Lastly, Eric was incredible to communicate with and making sure we had everything we needed. Thanks again for a memorable week, we hope to make it back again soon!
5.0
We rented this cottage for 3 friends because our lake place is so small. This has level lakefront, good parking, huge deck, cute cottage on gorgeous Skaneateles Lake. Who could ask for more? Would definitely rent this place again.
5.0
This was my family’s third summer staying here and we had a wonderful time, as always. The house is amazing - there are lake views from the entire front side and the sun just pours in. The bathroom and kitchen are clean and well stocked, and the house is decorated and furnished in such an inviting way. We had a blast jumping off the dock into the clear water and using the kayaks and paddle boards that are provided
5.0
We spent a wonderful 6 weeks at Eric's cottage on the lake. We found so much to do in the area, the time flew by. The cottage was very comfortable for two of us and our little dog. The boat house and dock became our favorite place. We swam and kayaked. The cottage was clean and well stocked with supplies and kitchen equipment. The window A/C kept it comfortable during the few days when it got to the 80s. The evenings cooled off nicely and there always seemed to be a breeze. It's a friendly neighborhood and people gave us advice on touristy things to do. We hope to return - maybe to catch the fall colors!
5.0
We have a group that gets together every year at Skaneatles Lake. Our friends and us loved the cottage.
Hopefully we can get back there next year.
5.0
The property was exactly as described. The house was very clean and comfortable and the shoreline and boathouse were great places to relax, swim and kayak. And the patio off the front of the house provided an amazing view of this incredibly clean/clear lake.
5.0
One of the best VRBO properties we have experienced. Owner very responsive and helpful. The home was well furnished and supplied. Already booked for next year. The lake is sooòoo crystal clear and the eagle fishing was an extra bonus.
5.0
My wife and I were lucky to take advantage of a last min cancellation and what a wonderful week we had. The waterfront was great for the pontoon boat we rented. Hope to come back next year.
5.0
This is a perfect spot to spend time with family and friends on beautiful Skaneateles lake. You will need to bring very little and you will wake up every morning to a beautiful view of one of the prettiest lakes.
The lakefront is stocked with everything you need to enjoy the lake. The deck is great for cooking and eating outside. The hosts are available for any questions and checked in to make sure all was well while we were there.
Lovely trip!
5.0
3rd year staying here. No need to bring anything beyond clothes and food. This house has everything for the house and waterfront
Area is quiet. Waterfront is large enough for boats and swimming. House is clean and well maintained.
My family loves their week in this location every year and look forward to many years in the future
5.0
EVERYTHING was perfect!!!The owners provided everything---from linens, all appliances, an abundance of food staples, cookware., kayaks and even wood for the firepit!. An added benefit was that they allowed dogs and the set-up with the fenced in areas provided our dog with freedom & safety, The furnishings were clean & comfortable but the view and access to the lake completed a wonderful vacation.
5.0
Love this charming lake home!
I’m hesitant to saying what a great place this is because I don’t want competition for future years 😊. We just loved it, so we’ll appointed - a little retro, mid century, cottagy decor with all the modern amenities one could need.
5.0
Beautiful view of Skaneateles lake. Wonderful private beach.
Enjoyed our stay very much. Very clean and comfortable accommodations. Lake Skaneateles is a gorgeous lake for swimming, walking, and sunrises. Very peaceful and clean water. We hope to return next year!!
5.0
Lovely Lake View
A wonderful lake cottage on one of the most beautiful finger lakes!
5.0
Wonderful Time!
We had a wonderful time! A nice quiet getaway. The lake is gorgeous. The weather was great. It’s exactly what we needed! Great communication. Clean house. Quiet, friendly neighborhood. PERFECT! Thanks so much!
5.0
We had a Wonderful Time
The property was as advertised. Very comfortable with all the basic plates, silverware, bowels, pots, pans , spices, oils, etc. The view from the deck is breathtaking. The boathouse and slip made docking our boat a breeze. We definitely would like to return in the future.
5.0
Lake break
The house was just like it looked in the pictures. The view from the deck was stunning. The water was really high while we were there but the kids and dog were still in the water every day- with the deck submerged. We hiked, shopped and fished! The owner checked in often to make sure our trip was going well. Very pretty area!
5.0
I don't want others to find this GREAT place.
GREAT
5.0
Wonderful time!
We had a wonderful stay at this Skaneateles lake front property! Swimming from our private deck, kayaking, and enjoying the beautiful view and sounds of the lake from our porch. Taking walks down our street was very pleasant with so many birds and wild flowers. We especially enjoyed a hike at carpenter falls. The house has everything you need and more to experience a very comfortable stay. Eric our host was very helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to enjoy Skaneateles lake. We hope to rent it again next summer.
5.0
Another great stay
This is our second year at this house. It is clean, well maintained and exactly as advertised. The water front is fantastic. Tons of room for all of your toys
Added bonus - we pack our clothes and food - the house has everything else
Eric is fantastic and we have already booked for next year
5.0
Another excellent vacation at the lake house.
Our family enjoyed our first time stay at the Skaneateles Lake House last year that, we had to go back..
The place is very well kept and cleaned throughout.
The Paddle board addition to the already available kayaks was an added bonus for the kids.
As per last year, the dogs again did not want to leave. Thank you Eric and Paulette again for another awesome family vacation
Randy S. Family
5.0
Beautiful spot on a pristine lake!
We rented for two weeks and had a wonderful time. The house has everything you would need: stocked kitchen, plenty of towels, soaps and cleaning supplies, etc. The master bed was super comfy. The twin beds were less so; we brought a mattress pad which definitely helped. Having a washer/dryer on site was very handy.
The highlight of the property is the waterfront. The dock area is huge and has shade and coverage from the rain so we sat out there in all weather. Eric supplies kayaks, a paddle board, and even some fishing rods! We had fires in the fire pit.
All in all, it was a lovely, relaxing trip! We would definitely rent this property again.
5.0
Excellent Hospitality
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean, and cozy, and comfortable and had the best view to wake up to every morning. The host was extremely responsive and checked in with us periodically to make sure we didn't need anything. Great place.
5.0
Charming cottage
It's the little touches that make this cottage over the top for us. We try to book it whenever we get the chance to visit our favorite Finger Lake.
5.0
Perfect Lake Getaway
What a great place! Looking out over the lake the house is incredibly peaceful and relaxing. Process could not have been easier and Eric is the perfect host. Clean and inviting this is the perfect getaway. Even saw an otter! We will be back!
5.0
Spring break getaway on the lake
We had a wonderful stay. Eric was a great host and the home was cozy, clean and a perfect spot for our family to relax and explore the region. The lake views from the living room and deck were gorgeous.
5.0
All around excellent!
What a perfect spot! The house was great and had a gorgeous view. Eric was super responsive and just a great host in general—very on top of our needs and any issues that arose. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Our trip was excellent and we’d absolutely consider staying here again. Thank you, Eric!
5.0
Beautiful house in an incredible location
Could not have enjoyed our stay more. The house was perfect and Eric was very accommodating. Absolutely fell in love with Skaneateles Lake and the surrounding area. Can't wait to come back.
2.5
I can't say enough good things about this property. The house was pristine, the views can't be beat, and our host Eric was fantastic to work with. We truly felt welcome and very comfortable. This was a great change of scenery for my husband to work remotely. The room by the front door was the perfect for him to work and still get to enjoy the view. Seeing leaves at peak season reflected on the water was just lovely to look at every day, even when it was rainy. The bed and couch were both comfy, and having a full sized washer and dryer in the kitchen was very convenient. The pool house looked like a great hang out spot in warmer weather, but we still enjoyed the outdoor fire pit. I'd love to come back in the summertime to jump into the lake - a little cold for that in October! I would rent here again, no question. Highly recommended!
5.0
Wonderful place to stay!
I can't say enough good things about this property. The house was pristine, the views can't be beat, and our host Eric was fantastic to work with. We truly felt welcome and very comfortable.
This was a great change of scenery for my husband to work remotely. The room by the front door was the perfect for him to work and still get to enjoy the view.
Seeing leaves at peak season reflected on the water was just lovely to look at every day, even when it was rainy.
The bed and couch were both comfy, and having a full sized washer and dryer in the kitchen was very convenient.
The pool house looked like a great hang out spot in warmer weather, but we still enjoyed the outdoor fire pit. I'd love to come back in the summertime to jump into the lake - a little cold for that in October! I would rent here again, no question. Highly recommended!
5.0
Perfect!!!
Our stay here was just what we all needed. The south end of Skaneateles is absolutely gorgeous! The property was well stocked and had everything you could want with lots of outside space. We drove our boat down and kept it at the property with lots of space to still swim and fish and take in the beauty of the lake.
5.0
Best Family Vacation!
We just returned from seven days at this wonderful home and cannot say enough about how much fun we had. The house and boat house were both super clean and well stocked with supplies and tools. We loved having access to our boat from the (new and improved) docks at the boat house. We cooked almost all of our meals in the kitchen or on the grill. Our dog was so happy to be with us on this trip and we thank the owners for being pet friendly. We'll definitely be back! Five Stars all around. Thank you Eric for a great week on the lake.
5.0
Awesome!
Stress free check in
Very clean and comfortable
All the little extras made our stay very relaxing
5.0
Perfect Lake Vacation
We had so much fun staying at this house, which was perfect for our family lake vacation. We had 3 adults and 2 kids, aged 11 and 7 and everyone had a great time.
Right on the water with stunning views, the house had everything we needed. We cooked dinner at the house most nights and really appreciated the gas grill. The gates on the deck allowed us to have our dogs out with us while enjoying the deck and view. It is an extremely dog friendly property, with a fenced side yard.
The boathouse was the real perk of this property. We loved that there was a refrigerator where we could keep drinks and ice cream treats to enjoy while we were down by the water. We loved taking the kayaks out and appreciated that there were so many life vests of varying sizes so everyone had one if they wanted to go out on the water. We played cornhole and had a fire each night, which was really fun. There is great fishing off the dock - my 7 year old caught a 15 inch walleye!
It's a beautiful area and lots of fun things to do nearby. We visited a winery, went horseback riding and shopped in the very cute village of Skaneateles 20 minutes away. Word of warning - if you want to rent a pontoon boat, reserve it months in advance! We weren't able to get one and will reserve well ahead of time next visit. There was plenty to do to keep us busy, though!
5.0
Beautiful lake escape from the city
Great location. View in the morning having breakfast over lake is beautiful. We were going to chill out all week but so many great places to see like Watkins Glen, Carpenters Falls, Chittenango Falls, Pratt Falls, and Skaneatles is just up the road too. One of my favourite little towns. We did spend a few days just chilling on the lake front and enjoying the kayaks provided. Water is crystal clear and great swimming. You can also fish from the dock - though we didn’t catch much more than seaweed ;)
House was comfortable and full of everything you could possibly need to cook with. We BBQ’d almost every night which was great.
We look forward to returning next summer. Eric was attentive and responsive to every query we had. We really appreciated that.
We loved the beautiful lake and house.
5.0
AMAZING AND RELAXING
Love at first sight at Lake Skaneateles. Not one bad thing to say. We had the best family trip with our 4 kids and our dog. The house , boathouse, dock, firepit, deck, all spot on. After this rough year of 2020 this is what everyone needs! The water is unreal and our kids swam everyday. Fishing was so good, caught fish everyday. Rented a pontoon boat for 3 days and that’s was great to see the entire lake and go into town for a bite to eat. Gorgeous sunset on the lake too. I don’t have enough words to describe what a relaxing vacation this has been. Eric thanks for letting us enjoy your home! We hope to come back!
5.0
Great vacation spot
Just returned from our stay at this location and miss it already. The house was amazing and in pristine condition. The house is exactly as shown and described with no hidden surprises
You will not need to bring anything. This house has it all! The boathouse is well stocked too. Nice touches everywhere you turn. Loved the use of the staghorns in the steps
The lake front has room for all of your toys with plenty of room to swim. Nicest dock area as far as the eye can see.
My family chose this place to get away from busy lives even during Covid times. We literally parked the car when we arrived and didn’t touch it again until it was time to leave.-yet we were never bored. Loved the place and will definitely stay again
Thanks Eric for the great communication and responsiveness.
5.0
Local family and pets camping Vacation
Very great experience from A-Z.
The lake house was spotless and clean upon arrival. The attention to the small details from the kitchen, bath to bedrooms was well thought out.
The bbq grill was spot on as far as size and having two full propane tanks.
The boathouse was accommodating as well with two kayaks and pool noodles for use in the beautiful lake.
The fire pit was also awesome and used throughout our time there,,and we didn’t even have to bring our own firewood.
The views from both the lake house and the boat house were enjoyed from morning to evening.
And I forgot to mention the pets did not want to come home. Well done. Already planning next years stay. Randy
5.0
Great family cottage
This house was awesome for our family of 4 plus dog. We were quarantining due to COVID so we brought all our food. The kitchen was SO well stocked. The views from the whole main room are beautiful. We rented a pontoon boat from the Skaneateles Marina and pulled it right up at the boat house. We brought a lot of things that we didn’t really need to bring because everything was provided with the house. I can’t recommend it more.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Skaneateles Lake?
The average price for a rental in Skaneateles Lake is $714 per night. This rental is $35 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Skaneateles Lakefront Getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Skaneateles Lakefront Getaway pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Skaneateles Lakefront Getaway?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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