Space was set up perfectly for visiting...the outdoor space was beautiful! Peaceful and tranquil! We had friends and family from as far away as CO and FL, and we were from Maine. As well as LOTS of drop in guests from NY. Barely turned on the TV (had to keep an eye on the weather for our FL family!) We had such a peaceful and enjoyable stay! Also so convenient to stores for those little things we needed. And the Airport was RIGHT THERE TOO! We will be back!

The house nicely accommodated two families and a set of grandparents for part in the downstairs room. We all loved the lawn and all of the yard games provided, played for hours. Then the kayaks were wonderful as everyone could always go with so many, usually calm waters out front for young kids on the kayaks. The open layout downstairs and views were as pictured, just great.

We had a good time, house was very nice, property was in a great spot, neighbors very nice. I would recommend to anyone!

Location on the lake was ideal as we were able to rent a boat. The dock at the house was essential, however the end of the dock was a bit wobbly so we avoided walking all the way out. The house accommodated our needs- I recommend the owners give the second floor bathrooms a deep clean as there is some mold/mildew present in grout. The adult bikes in the garage are very dated but useable. The outdoor flies were present off and on but we used insect fogger sprays to control this which seemed to work well. Overall it was a great stay.

Perfect, quiet, nicely furnished and stocked much better than most places we stayed. Perfect for our family of 9.

Location on the lake was ideal as we were able to rent a boat. The dock at the house was essential, however the end of the dock was a bit wobbly so we avoided walking all the way out. The house accommodated our needs- I recommend the owners give the second floor bathrooms a deep clean as there is some mold/mildew present in grout. The adult bikes in the garage are very dated but useable. The outdoor flies were present off and on but we used insect fogger sprays to control this which seemed to work well. Overall it was a great stay.

Very clean and homey, had everything you'd want in a vacation home...you'd never want to leave.

The property sits in a beautiful location with exquisite views. It perfectly served our needs for our SU graduation family headquarters, away from town but not too far. Clara was very accommodating.

Very comfortable common area for a family/group gathering.

Clara was so easy to work with and her home was exactly as listed. She graciously let us postpone our trip because of an ice storm—thank you! Our group of 9 had a great time in the spacious but cozy home. We loved the open kitchen with the long Island— perfect for gathering while cooking, visiting, and eating! Every bed was so comfortable! The view across the frozen lake was beautiful! Thank you!

Although we went up to watch Syracuse football ultimately lose, the property was beautiful. Easy to get to. About a 15-20 minute drive on the highway from campus. Check in and check out process was wonderful. We weren’t able to get the Roku to work in the upstairs bedroom, but we didn’t miss it at all! Everyone had a perfect weekend, except for me, because my team lost. ;) Definitely would recommend.

My family loved the views of the water and the beautiful fall foliage. It was a perfect house for us to enjoy some time together.

We needed a quiet and calm place to re-connect and reminisce. Home cooked all our meals, stayed in, bonfire at night overlooking the lake. Just perfect.

Group of six ladies enjoyed the property for our Annual Girls Weekend (30+ years tradition). The home was spacious and furniture was comfortable. The kitchen had everything you need to prepare light or fancy meals. The appliances were high quality. The lake views were amazing inside and outside. We enjoyed the fire pit by the lake and the gas fire pit near the house. The owner was friendly and quick to respond. Would make a great location for multi family gatherings.

We had a fun time. The house was prefect for our family vacation. I highly recommend renting this lake house.

This was a great house and nice location. We had a lot of rain during our stay and we were craving a more comfortable covered outdoor space (a screened patio or large retractable awning would have made all the difference). The host was wonderful and the house was very homey. We had a lot of fun with the kayaks when weather allowed. There are a lot of spiders, which is expected near water but I wish all the small fruit trees and bushes were not there and only rock around the house - that would have helped a lot to not encourage any more bugs and bees than there needs to be. Dozens of spiders hanging down from the trees when trying to grill. Bring spider spray, tiki citronella cans for the torches and mosquito spray! We had to purchase a bunch. Overall it was a great place-I just couldn’t help thinking how much better it could have been with a different outdoor patio set up.

Overall, our stay was enjoyable. Every item that was listed for outdoor use was there and in working condition. We were pleased with all the equipment supplied for cooking and preparing meals. The bug situation was challenging but we are aware of lakeside property and what comes with it. Possibility trimming some of the overhanging trees would help. The bee situation located above the front door did not come into play until our last day. Did talk to the owner and she said she would address this issue. We never rent the same location from year to year but would recommend this location.

We had a wonderful time here for our extended family vacation. The kitchen was perfect for a group and we had so much fun with the kayaks, floats, bikes, fire pit, etc. We did have an issue with the grill, and Clara was very responsive and handled the situation well. We noticed that some nooks and crannies of the house could use a deeper cleaning, and we were unpleasantly surprised by the amount of Christian literature around the house, but the house and property definitely met all of our needs and we had a great time!

The Haven is a perfect rental for our large family. This was our second year and we are already planning to return again next summer. Our family is big - 7 brothers and sisters with their spouses and kids. 5 of them live in the Syracuse area and 2 fly in for the week. It is a convenient location for us all to converge, near to Syracuse and the airport yet it feels very isolated and remote. Once we arrive, we hit Wegmans to load up on food, then a short 15 mins to the Lake. 12 total stayed at the rental comfortably. The rental is set up to completely relax and unwind as a family... The gazebo in the backyard is perfect mid-day to sit and enjoy the lake view. At night, we gather around the wood firepit in the comfortable Adirondack chairs. Alternatively, the gazebo has a gas firepit that is great to sit around at night. The main floor has a big kitchen, dining room, and bar with seating. The island in the kitchen is large enough to support a large buffet spread. During the day, we enjoyed kayaking on the lake (provided with rental) and in the morning a few of us enjoyed walks and bike rides (bikes in garage, provided with rental). There are lots of small details like charging stations in each room that make this so easy for a large family gathering. On the day of the family picnic, local family can easily come to visit and enjoy the flat lawn playing corn hole (provided), bocce ball (we brought), and fishing (we brought) off the pier.

All in all it was great. Mostly good weather. The owner wasn't kidding about the bugs so make sure you have spray. We got lucky and there was a guy down the road looking to get rid of wood for free but typically they are selling small loads for $10-$20, try to bring your own because this is kinda expensive. The house was exactly what we were looking for. Unfortunately, the boat place the owner suggested kinda screwed up our plans for the week. A part was being fixed and he didn't have the right kinda of backup. It kinda sucked because this was the main goal of our trip.

All in all it was great. Mostly good weather. The owner wasn't kidding about the bugs so make sure you have spray. We got lucky and there was a guy down the road looking to get rid of wood for free but typically they are selling small loads for $10-$20, try to bring your own because this is kinda expensive. The house was exactly what we were looking for. Unfortunately, the boat place the owner suggested kinda screwed up our plans for the week. A part was being fixed and he didn't have the right kinda of backup. It kinda sucked because this was the main goal of our trip.

Beautiful lakehouse.! Wonderful long weekend enjoyed by our family.

Another great stay on Lake Oneida!! This was the second year Clara hosted us and it was as good as the first. The accommodations are top notch; clean, aligned to the description, spacious, and updated. We love staying here! The family also enjoyed swimming, boating, fishing, relaxing outside, and just watching the birds. Highly recommend this location for your VRBO experience!! Thank you Clara!!

Another great stay on Lake Oneida!! This was the second year Clara hosted us and it was as good as the first. The accommodations are top notch; clean, aligned to the description, spacious, and updated. We love staying here! The family also enjoyed swimming, boating, fishing, relaxing outside, and just watching the birds. Highly recommend this location for your VRBO experience!! Thank you Clara!!

We really enjoyed our brief getaway at Haven. The house and property were exceptionally clean and well-stocked. There was a plethora of kayaks and "floaty things" for our use, plus a great cornhole game! Clara was one of the best hosts we've ever worked with, and we are truly grateful we had the opportunity to have our friend-reunion at Oneida Lake. Only downside - the zoo in Syracuse would not let us bring an elephant home with us...

We could not have asked for a better place for our group celebrating our daughter's graduation.

Good place for relaxation

We could not have asked for a better place for our group celebrating our daughter's graduation.

It’s a beautiful spot on the lake. The house was very well equipped with everything we needed for our small family reunion. From the youngest 7 year old twins to the oldest 76 everyone had a great time. Everything was up to date and The beds were very comfy as well. Highly recommend this lake house.

First off, the description of the house was spot-on, which is excellent in today's VRBO market. Furthermore, the home was immaculately clean and well-kept. I could go on and on about the property, but I don't want to bury the headline. The view from the backyard around the fire pit was worth the price of admission. I could have sat in those chairs the whole weekend and been perfectly happy. Not to mention the host was responsive, truthful, and informative. I have nothing but great things to say about this stay. If you choose The Haven, you will not be disappointed!

First off, the description of the house was spot-on, which is excellent in today's VRBO market. Furthermore, the home was immaculately clean and well-kept. I could go on and on about the property, but I don't want to bury the headline. The view from the backyard around the fire pit was worth the price of admission. I could have sat in those chairs the whole weekend and been perfectly happy. Not to mention the host was responsive, truthful, and informative. I have nothing but great things to say about this stay. If you choose The Haven, you will not be disappointed!

Amazing house, close by to many things, multiple amentinies!