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Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Moravia, NY
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home

Enjoy spectacular views and easy lake access with this 3BR 2BA 2 story cottage. The cottage is located on a very private 2 acre Skaneateles waterfront property with an upper deck/outdoor seating area and 1st floor screened in porch.

The property has two cottages. This listing is for the property depicted in the photos. It borders a forever wild nature preserve with walk-out beach access, and only a short 1.5 mile hike to nearby Carpenter falls.

The impressive shared waterfront with a 2 tiered deck allows for easy lake access for swimming/boating/kayaks/paddle boards. Multiple docks provide plenty of room to park your boat.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 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 and a deadlock
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
Property # 2420771vb

About the area

Moravia

Located in Moravia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Skaneateles Historical Society and John D. Barrow Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Anyela's Vineyards and Vesper Hills Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Moravia, NY

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Greek Peak Mountain Resort - 44 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Syracuse University - 44 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Destiny USA - 47 min drive - 66.5 km
  • Cornell University - 50 min drive - 60.2 km

Getting around

  • New York State Fair Station - 37 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glen Haven Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Vista - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Mandana Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Amber Inn - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Niles Gourmet Bistro - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Skaneateles Lakefront Home located?

This family-friendly Moravia holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Skaneateles Lake, Carpenter Falls and Bahar Nature Preserve. Niles Town Hall is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view,beautiful cozy little place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly met our requirements. Quiet, secluded, and with beautiful peaceful views. House provided us with everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Amazing Place

House exactly as described. Our family had a wonderful time. Can’t beat the access to the lake. Having our boat there was a blast. Caught some nice fish too! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

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

Great rental

Great Rental
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie R.

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

Fun week at the lake

We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

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

Anniversary

Loved the whole weekend. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Great family vacation!

Beautiful property, quiet, clear lake water, great view! Hosts were very friendly! We already know we want to come back to stay at this property on a future vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic lake house stay

My family and I enjoyed a terrific week on beautiful Lake Skaneateles. Mike and Lindsey’s lake house is clean, comfortable and has excellent lake access - perfect for swimming and boating. We loved it, and plan on returning.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Family Gathering

Our extended family enjoyed a long weekend getaway at this cabin. The driving instructions were extremely helpful as it is tricky to find. The outdoor space and view is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wesley M.

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

Friends get away

Overall great quiet spot on lake skaneateles. Disappointing there was no air conditioning but the owners supplied fans to us to help accommodate. Water pressure in the shower was fairly low but if your looking for a nice spot in the woods for some rest this is the spot. No dry dock for use, and know the property is shared with the owners with another home maybe 20ft fron the listing, not the typical VRBO vacation alone situation with a rather back country road to get to them both. Would stay again but would potentially bring an AC window unit along with staying later in the year to help the water temp be a little higher.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M., North Fort Myers

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

Graduation family event

Spectacular Location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Excellent location, Beautiful views, Great Hosts

We had a great time visiting Skaneateles for the first time. Mike and Lindsey were very welcoming, responsive, and overall great hosts. Their property has stunning views and is great for both adults and children. What a special place - we'll be back! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariella W.

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

Great Lake Getaway

Our family of six truly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful property. It was exactly as pictured and the hosts could not have been sweeter! Our kids played together and swam all day long in the crystal clear lake. We hope to return next summer! Thanks for a wonderful Labor Day weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Wonderful Property with great views

Had the pleasure of staying at this property for a sibling trip. The home was clean, had plenty of beds and the kitchen was well equipped. The property was beautiful and so were the views of the lake. Road to house was not paved and it was long. Definitely recommend driving slowly down it. The ride into town was an easy. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

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

Girls weekend

It was a little confusing finding the correct cottage and after the rains it was a little nerve wracking but once we found it, it was a slice of paradise. The owners were very helpful for any little hiccup. Lindsay was so helpful in making sure we had a kayak at our disposal.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam L., San Antonio, TX

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

Perfect Summer Spot

Perfect location for a summer camp experience on Skaneateles Lake. We rented a boat and kept it on the mooring for easy access. Mike and Lindsey were great and our kids enjoyed playing together. The house itself was comfortable for a family of 5 and had the amenities we expected. Evening walks up the farm road were pleasant and the property was beautiful. We plan to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Beautiful property

Our stay was great. It was my family of 4 and my sister’s so 8 total. The kids are between 10 and 17. The outdoor areas are even better than expected and so spacious. We parked our jet ski overnight on the mooring and used their 2 kayaks often. We lucked out with the weather. Most days were sunny and very warm. It wasn’t really a problem for us but the beds listed as queen are actually doubles. Also, the owners have a cottage on the property too and so you may have to share the outdoor spaces.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi N.

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

Beautiful views

House was clean and cute with beautiful views of the lake. The only 2 things I’d say were less than idea were the “living” areas upstairs and downstairs were a bit small for the girls to all sit but if the weather was nicer we probably could have hung out on the closed in porch which was beautiful. Also the dirt/rock road was tricky especially if another car was coming and it was a bit scary to drive at night. Overall we had an amazing time, I am guessing the place is even more beautiful in the warmer weather! (There was a hot tub on premise but we couldn’t use it, that would have made it spectacular)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen A.

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

Immaculate Hide-away!

This Skaneateles lakefront cottage is the cleanest rental property that I have ever stayed in- compared to oodles of beach and vacation rentals from the 90s to present! It was truly immaculate. The only thing cleaner than the cottage was the lake water - it was truly shocking. If the lake was not 16 miles long, I would believe that they filter it ;). It appears as though someone dropped the Caribbean Sea into upstate NY! In all seriousness, this cottage is absolutely perfect for anyone seeking amazing views and quiet, secluded family time. It provides so many options for enjoying the outdoors - including every imaginable water activity. The location is a short drive from the paved highway but worth navigating to achieve such a peaceful and amazing location. The cottage is fully appointed and so comfortable. The grill lit on the first try and allowed us to relax and take in the serenity each night! Bring groceries and plan on peace and quiet. The village is very quaint and we enjoyed a visit to Anyelas Vineyard, but the real draw for this cottage is its location and peaceful setting. Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Terri B.

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

Beautiful views with easy access to the lake

We really enjoyed our stay at the Freedom Cottage. We were in town for the funeral of my mother-in-law, it was really nice to be by the water in a peaceful environment for reflection and to spend time with family. Overall, the property was great, there was plenty of space for our group and the beds were very comfy. The cottage was nice and clean, and the views of the lake were beautiful. We had a little trouble at check in, but Michael was very responsive, and solved the issue quickly. Compared to other rentals we have stayed in we felt it could have been a little better equipped. Extra trash bags, shampoo, soap etc would have been a bonus. Also we did get quite a few splinters from the deck when walking around with no shoes after swimming, so would recommend wearing shoes. It was great being able to jump into the water right from the dock, my elder son loved it, but it was a little tricky for my under son to navigate who isn't a strong swimmer yet. We worked around it, but something to be aware off if you have younger children. Also the drive down to the cottage is via a long dirt track, we had a truck and 4x4 so it wasn't an issue but beware of that if you have a smaller vehicle. Overall great stay, thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

anthony s.

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

Serenity

If the Grandchildren were napping it might be one of the quietest places that I have vacationed:) That being said the Quigley Family were nice people and their rental is spot on in the description, the location was great for us with the proximity to Carpenter Falls and lake access(docked my boat there) and if you take your boat keep your trailer on site...somewhere! When I first arrived the young lady told me I could leave my truck and trailer in the lot of the boat launch which I did figuring that would work great due to the other vehicles and the road leading to house being a little challenging for an old guy with a trailer. So when I had my daughter drop me off to pick up the boat and when we arrived no truck or trailer to be found. You can't imagine what that felt like and the trouble we went through to find them. In a nutshell, it was towed to Auburn and the tow person would only take cash 800 and change , we scrambled to find an ATM and all we could get was 529.00 between us. So the Serenity was washed away in 3hrs time:( So the accommodations were great with different decks to escape to if you needed to, weather could have been better but thats the way it worked out. Funny no ticket or contact before it was towed the day before we were to leave.......maybe instead of working in a factory for 32 yrs I should have pursued a career in the tow business,sure would have retired a lot earlier!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Lovely Inside and Outside

The property was even better than the photographs suggest. The interior was perfect for our three generation getaway. My wife , daughter, son-in-law, and infant grandson had plenty of room and privacy. Commanding views of the lake were afforded on both interior levels, the top deck, and lower screened porch. Multiple outdoor spaces invited us to linger and take in the foliage and reflections in the translucent lake. The fire pit near the lake was also greatly appreciated. We were happy to have the opportunity to meet Michael upon arriving. He quickly sent us additional information about the area. We are very much looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon D.

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

As Described!

We were looking forward to staying at this beautiful Skaneateles lakefront home as a long weekend getaway and we weren't disappointed. The property is very well maintained and the cottage/home was well appointed and clean when we arrived. There were only four adults and one child in our group, but it's ideally set-up for a larger family. The town of Skaneateles is a quaint town to spend the day, and scenic Carpenter Falls is just minutes away! If you're looking for your next getaway at the lake, this could be it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin A., Buffalo, NY

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

Great owner and property

Great place for some lake time. It's a comfortable living space, but you probably won't spend much time indoors since the outdoors in beautifully landscaped with great hang-out spaces. The waterfront and dock are very perfect. Easy swimming in clear clean water. Fun hiking trailhead to a waterfall is a short walk away. Rented a boat from a nearby arena and was able to keep it right in front of the house overnight without any problem. Mike, the owner is very helpful and responsive. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

rachael r.

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

Excellent stay!

Michael & Lindsey were fantastic hosts, from ensuring we had everything we needed to providing recommendations of where to go and eat. The cabin was spotless and comfy and the waterfront incredible. One thing to note was the number of stairs to access the dock/water which may be a challenge for some folks. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

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Why they chose this property

This property has one of the most impressive waterfronts on the lake. The water at the edge of the dock is deep enough for jumping right into the water. You'll have no trouble parking your boat or PWC. If you have small children or prefer a walk out beach, a beautiful private gravel/sand beach is located just to the right of the property. Relax and unwind by the outdoor fire pit located just feet from the lake.

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