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Paradise getaway log home with pool - Cazenovia 10 min away
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12297.3 sq m
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DERUYTER, NY
- Place, DeRuyter Reservoir3 min walk
- Place, Syracuse University30 min drive
- Place, Turning Stone Casino50 min drive
- Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
1st Main Level Master BR
1 King Bed
2nd main level BR
1 Queen Bed
3rd Lower Level BR
1 Queen Bed
4th Lower Level BR - bunk bed
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Open loft BR
4 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Paradise getaway log home with pool - Cazenovia 10 min away
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Important information
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
De Ruyter
Located in De Ruyter, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Manlius Historical Society and Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pratt's Falls County Park and Vesper Hills Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Land of OZ and Ends, or check out an event or a game at JMA Wireless Dome. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.

DERUYTER, NY
What's nearby
- DeRuyter Reservoir - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Syracuse University - 30 min drive - 45.6 km
- Destiny USA - 42 min drive - 55.2 km
- New York State Fairgrounds - 47 min drive - 59.6 km
- Turning Stone Casino - 50 min drive - 68.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sal's Pizzeria - 9 min drive
- Shelly's Restaurant & Taproom - 8 min drive
- Sugar Shack - 11 min drive
- Tickets.com - 5 min drive
- Red & White - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Karen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Margaret S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tamar B.
23 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Tamar B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Liz R.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week with family
Liz R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
18 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish I stayed longer.
Rebecca B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd V.
5 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!!
Todd V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chuck M.
11 June 2018
Beautiful area
Chuck M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve S.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation getaway
Steve S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Betsy C.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Betsy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amm A.
14 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Amm A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
24 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2024 fam vaca
Linda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Krystian E.
6 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Krystian E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas C.
6 May 2016
Great property! Perfect location
Nicholas C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pam D.
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Excellent Vacation Home for Families with Children
Pam D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Genesis D.
8 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Weekend Getaway
Genesis D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrice R.
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Log Home
Patrice R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee Y.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Renee Y.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cara H.
30 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home
Cara H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deb M.
23 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of Summer Escape
Deb M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul R. H.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool Party
Paul R. H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristin M.
5 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
DeRuyter lake home with pool
Kristin M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
mimi g.
25 August 2017
The Perfect Vacation
mimi g.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ryan b.
27 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent weekend getaway
ryan b.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calm and relaxing
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Shawn Skeele
The land this house resides was my grandfather's 100 acre lot bought in the late 1930's and put in a family trust for future generations. With God's hand of provision, I moved my family back to the lake to raise buying 6 acres overlooking the lake. My older brother and I built this log home in 2002.
My wife and I homeschooled our kids. I'm part owner of the family insurance agency established by my grandfather in 1957 being a 3rd generation owner desiring to carry on the multi-generational vision.
I grew up on the other side of the lake, went to Houghton College in western NY, started my own business for 13 years and moved back in 2001 to nurture and expand my family insurance agency.
My wife and I homeschooled our kids. I'm part owner of the family insurance agency established by my grandfather in 1957 being a 3rd generation owner desiring to carry on the multi-generational vision.
I grew up on the other side of the lake, went to Houghton College in western NY, started my own business for 13 years and moved back in 2001 to nurture and expand my family insurance agency.
Why they chose this property
This Post & Beam Cedar Log Home speaks for itself. It's private, isolated, custom made with a layout that is open and spacious being ideal for family reunions or retreats. For me, it's like coming home to a vacation property everyday. The view of God's creation and animals outside standing anywhere in the house is breath taking. With deer, foxes, rabbits, turkeys, eagles and hawks, you never know what you're going to wake up to or see during the day. We have awesome sunsets as we relax from the day's events giving thanks reflecting at the wonder and beauty around us.
You have a great variety of activities with family and friends. Enjoy the lakefront 1 mile down the road with swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and lake scenery. Up at the house, we have a pool(2019), big bonfires with wood supplied, gas grill some steak, rest in the hammock, play horseshoes & badminton, roast some smores,(we supply the materials and long forks) tell campfire stories and jokes or just enjoy the scenery.
Inside, play some pool/ping pong while watching a game, use the exercise equipment, nap, enjoy the open spacious rooms and deck. Oh, and enjoy the scenery overlooking the lake.
We have a beautiful playroom for the kids, barbie house, play on the swing set, sandbox, games galore and wifi.
All this is just at the house. Syracuse, Cortland and Oneida are just 1/2 hour away. Ski resorts, golf courses, state forests with trails for hiking, biking and skiing, elegant restaurants 12 minutes away and true Italian pizza 5 minutes away.
During the winter, our 800 ft driveway is the best sledding path in all central NY!
All four seasons provide refreshing perspectives about this creation made just for us. We look forward to sharing it with you for a spell.
You have a great variety of activities with family and friends. Enjoy the lakefront 1 mile down the road with swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and lake scenery. Up at the house, we have a pool(2019), big bonfires with wood supplied, gas grill some steak, rest in the hammock, play horseshoes & badminton, roast some smores,(we supply the materials and long forks) tell campfire stories and jokes or just enjoy the scenery.
Inside, play some pool/ping pong while watching a game, use the exercise equipment, nap, enjoy the open spacious rooms and deck. Oh, and enjoy the scenery overlooking the lake.
We have a beautiful playroom for the kids, barbie house, play on the swing set, sandbox, games galore and wifi.
All this is just at the house. Syracuse, Cortland and Oneida are just 1/2 hour away. Ski resorts, golf courses, state forests with trails for hiking, biking and skiing, elegant restaurants 12 minutes away and true Italian pizza 5 minutes away.
During the winter, our 800 ft driveway is the best sledding path in all central NY!
All four seasons provide refreshing perspectives about this creation made just for us. We look forward to sharing it with you for a spell.
What makes this property unique
A restful, peaceful, tranquil, fun, spacious, Post & Beam Cedar Log Home experience awaits you, family and friends. Call me with your questions and how we can make this an ideal vacation.
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