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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Aurora, NY
  • Place, Long Point Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wells College
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic lakefront cottage


A quiet, quaint lakefront cottage located 2 miles in on a private dirt road, great for walking or bike rides. Cottage is on the east side of the lake, close to Aurora, and several wineries and restaurants.

This is our vacation paradise. When we are not enjoying it with family and friends we rent it out. We don’t treat it as a rental. It has the quirkiness that comes from being our cottage. We are always changing, adding, updating. Our very first renter still comes back every year and looks for what we changed or added. Our cottage has over 200 feet of level beachfront, small dock, and is on a more secluded part of Cayuga lake. On the east shore so there are amazing sunsets. The cottage itself has one large camp style bedroom with one double bed and a twin over full bunk bed. Has a living/dining room, fully equipped kitchen, and bathroom with shower. The outside features a large wraparound covered porch with lots of seating, and amazing views. There is also a sun deck, and BBQ area. Note: There is no tv, or internet. If you are looking for a quiet place to get away from it all and unwind this is it!!!

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 3:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1094142vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center, or consider a night out at Treleaven Wines. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and winery tours.
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Aurora, NY

What's nearby

  • Long Point Winery - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • King Ferry Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Wells College - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • King Ferry Winery - 10 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Giovanni's Gourmet Pizza - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪King Ferry Corner Store - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪NY Quick Shop - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪O'Malley's - ‬72 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic lakefront cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rustic lakefront cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic lakefront cottage?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic lakefront cottage?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Rustic lakefront cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Cayuga Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Long Point Winery and Bright Leaf Vineyard. Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes and Wells College are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over All very peaceful,, quiet and enjoying
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful lakeside stay

Enjoyed the peaceful beachfront cottage. Just right for a quiet getaway. The host was very good about letting us know what to expect and gave us some great ideas for area eateries. Would go back again!
Lovely sunset!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

makenzie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our young family. The kids loved playing at lake level and canoeing and fishing was great. Brad gave awesome suggestions for things to do and the offerings of the area. Super hospitable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent lake location.

Great facility on lake. Fun decor. Brad was excellent at responding to our inquires.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the lakefront house and beach area. The house is perfect for enjoying the beauty of the lake, the kayaks were a fun way to see the lakeside community. Brad was helpful on information about the house amenities and suggestions for exploring the area and wine country.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Beautiful

This lakefront property was perfect for a quiet relaxing vacation. Small but well appointed. Based on our need to cook and sit by the lake it was great- wonderful kitchen and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time unplugging at the lake. Brad was super helpful with ideas of things to do and places to grab things we may have forgotten. It is so quiet there, minus the waves on the rocky beach. We loved howmany outside areas there are to use- there is always shade or sun somewhere! The kitchen had everything we needed, and was easy to use because of the map they left! We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside get-away

So quiet and beautiful view. We had all we needed and Brad could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Fantastic!!

Wonderful place for a fishing trip or a get away from the cramped city. I especially loved the kayaks and easy lake access. Kudos to Brad for having three grills to choose from!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Beautiful rustic cottage on the lake! Great views and very peaceful. Thank you for sharing it with us. Amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise

My sister, mother & I just completed a wonderful 3 nights at Brad’s cottage. We fell in love with the location, well-appointed spaces, great porch & deck. The views were so relaxing & scenic! Sleeping arrangements worked out fine & both kitchen & bath had everything we needed. Due to a slight mixup on my part, we arrived early & Brad was still on site. He was so kind & gracious. The whole vibe of the cottage is kick back & relax. So we did ;-) Thank you Brad for sharing your awesome place. And you were right- the breakfast at the Dugan Restaurant was amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect escape

I think if you are clear about what you want, this could be perfect for you. This is not a luxury cottage, close to lots of shopping, and fancy dining. This cottage is directly on the lake, surrounded by a couple miles of other lake cottages. Yet no one bothered me. I knew I wanted to unplug, so no internet and no television was perfect for me. I wanted peace and quiet. The neighbors gave a friendly wave and then left me alone, again, exactly what I wanted. If I had wanted to be more social, I could have just gone for a walk, where many people were enjoying chats. And there are plenty of wineries and places to visit, some close, some 45 minutes or so away. But I knew what I wanted. I rested, I watched an amazing thunderstorm and I read. If I had brought the kids, they would have loved the lake and would have been in it everyday. I really enjoyed sitting out on the deck enjoying the view. Brad had many options for cooking, multiple grills and lots of outdoor space to entertain. The kitchen and living room have been updated and were great spaces. I brought plenty of food and left a couple drinks for the next people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daria W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Secluded

Brad was so personable and great on the details and plenty of stocked items . To write the following things trouble me because Brad was So Great. Friday evening Brad even reached out to let us know how to turn the heat on because he knew the temps were going to drop. My number one issue … I’ve never arrived at a rental that was so filthy. Surfaces were not clean. Coffee pot caked with old coffee . Anything you pulled from the drawers had to be washed first. Floors so dirty . In great need of being swept and scrubbed , covered in dog hair. First five minutes of our arrival the overwhelming smell was sour dish sponges . Later that night when my niece went to bed there were shorts and underwear on the floor around her bed. The second smell was found today which was a dead mouse and millipede . I appreciated being able to travel with my senior dog but got concerned when I saw the mouse. I started wondering if there was poison left out that I wasn’t aware of. The place itself if all concerns didn’t exist is a wonderful location with a very pleasant neighborhood. .Brad has it decorated so well and the outside says come , relax and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2024
I’m so sorry this happened to you Daria. I have been using the same person to clean the place for a long time now and they have always done a wonderful job. We both feel very bad about this situation and we will be making some changes to make sure this doesn’t happen again. We now have a checklist from start to finish, and also a checklist of supplies that need to be stocked up and changed out. Again my deepest apologies for this. Brad
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing week at the lake

The lake house was great! Unlike most of the other properties around it, this property has a large shoreline. Lots of space for families to play and a great spot for campfires by the lake. The house itself was clean, well furnished, and well stocked with essentials. Large deck on the back and side of the house has tons of room for hanging out and watching the lake. We're already discussing when we can go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful lakeside living

Nice getaway on the beautiful Cayuga lake. Area is quiet and very peaceful with excellent access to the lake. Property feels very safe. Excellent fishing opportunities. House is clean and kitchen well stocked with spices, oils, etc. Grilling station is awesome, you have option of charcoal grill, smoker, or propane grill. Nice quiet low speed road with friendly neighbors. I look forward to coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing and great amenities.

It was just my husband and I so it was very quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed the property, the grills and fire pit. The weather helped. It was outstanding. We used the canoe in the moonlight and the kayaks. Neighbors were friendly too. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice get-away

We really enjoyed our stay at the lake! Property is private and the covered porch has such a beautiful view, we ate all our meals out there. Long Point State Park is an easy bike ride from the house, and we thoroughly enjoyed using the kayaks and the canoe on the lake. Would recommend for anyone looking for a quiet get-away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was a beautiful paradise reminiscent of childhood vacations in Maryland.

As described. It is clean, well stocked with amenities and loved the little touches. Would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Amazing location. So private. Loved sitting by the lake and unplugging.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful get away

Loved the huge private waterfront
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Our experience in paradise is amazing. Brad was so friendly and easy to work with. I feel like we become fast friends. I would love to come back very soon. Thanks Brad for an amazing three days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

If you're looking for a hotel amenities don't come . If you're looking for quiet natural enjoyment and family time , this is your place. Thank you Brad
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to come back!

Brad was very helpful answering any questions we had and advising us about things to do in the area. He also provided us with a bunch of water, which was great as it was one less thing we had to worry about packing. None of us wanted to leave and looking forward to when we can return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place on lake

We loved our stay here. Location was beautiful, enjoyed swimming in the lake and watching the sunsets over the water. Great place for a peaceful weekend getaway and has nearby wineries and breweries too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

It was wonderful. We truly enjoyed our visit.

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