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Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake!

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Aurora, NY
  • Place, Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Ithaca Commons
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake!

Enjoy lake views in the massive Cayuga cottage located on the east side of Cayuga lake on a quiet side street off the main road just minutes away from the quaint town of Aurora. The Cayuga Cottage is not your typical cottage, it’s a newer built high end two story vacation home with 5 bedrooms that comfortably sleeps 14. Large master suite with king bed and walk in closet. Attached master bathroom has double vanity, custom shower, and jacuzzi tub. This is the largest and by far best property on the street with a spacious yard and firepit. Waterfront covered patio with retractable awnings is perfect for outdoor dining with built in gourmet outdoor grill. Large eat in kitchen upstairs as well as lower level kitchen that leads to patio and also has a pool table. Watch the sunset on either the private dock or second story deck. Attached boat house with rail system. Whether you’re soaking up some sun with the family or hitting local wineries this house is the perfect getaway in the Finger Lakes!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Prior approval for pets required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2724587vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 holiday home 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.
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Aurora, NY

What's nearby

  • Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cornell University - 43 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 43 min drive - 50.7 km
  • Ithaca College - 46 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Skaneateles Lake - 49 min drive - 69.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Ferry Corner Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dugan's Country Grill - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪O'Malley's - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Sheldrake Point Winery - ‬66 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, 5 bedroom, waterfront property on Cayuga lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cayuga Lake, Long Point Winery and Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes. Wells College and Bright Leaf Vineyard are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and big
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house! It was even more beautiful in person. The kitchen and layout of the home was amazing. It had everything that we needed and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, plenty of space for 12 people, bedrooms were comfortable, and the kitchen area was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for 14 people . Large kitchen and living room area. The bedrooms were the perfect size. The outdoor area was great and the fenced in yard was a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is incredible! We loved being right on the lake and there are plenty of things in the kitchen for us to use. Had an issue with the air conditioner not working and the toilet in the master bathroom is definitely malfunctioning too but other than that it was a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! The house is incredibly spacious and has everything you need. We were warned about water limitations but had 10 adults and 3 kids and had no issue with water during our stay. We were conscious of it- but the showers were hot and pressure was good, we even did laundry. The reviews regarding toilet issues shouldn’t worry anyone, the issue was definitely resolved before our stay and we didn’t run into any problems. The house was clean , the fenced in yard was amazing for kids and dog, and the beds were very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back to enjoy this house in the summer as it is the perfect location for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

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

Syracuse Graduation Stay

Stayed the weekend of my nieces graduation from Syracuse, a little drive from the University but beyond worth the drive. Family loved the home, communication with the owner was excellent, great experience. The house is amazing! Thank you Kris.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale E B.

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

Family memories

Wonderful home on the lake, lots of fun things to do in area -tavern in Aurora, wineries of fingerlakes, many waterfalls and hiking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Beautiful lakefront home

This was a lovely home in a beautiful location. We came up for the eclipse with a group of friends and family, and enjoyed our time playing games, cooking in the amazing kitchen, and taking in that gorgeous view!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Great 👍

Beautiful clean with amazing views. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2022
Daniel, We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay! Please come back again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan M.

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

Girlfriend trip

The property was beautiful and the sunsets on the lake were amazing. We did have a unpleasant problem with the plumbing but he owner did address the situation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Spacious home with a gorgeous view of Cayuga Lake that easily accommodated 3 families. There is plenty of room to socialize, cook, and play games in the adjacent yard. As mentioned by other reviewers, the master bathroom toilet did not function well and required frequent plunging despite a visit from the plumber during our stay. Windows and floors had not been cleaned when we checked in. Host was very responsive and appreciative of our feedback.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda l.

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

Spacious home with beautiful views

Large home with lots of room to spread out. Very nice views from all the windows. Outside could use some upkeep and maintenance but inside was clean and had all the basics you would need.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coburn J.

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

Big house!

There aren’t many houses this big available. It was great for the 13 of us plus dogs. Had an issue with the AC but the host responded very quickly and a repair person was there shortly after to get it back up and running.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Incredible property

We had an absolutely perfect Thanksgiving in this lovely home. The kitchen is a chef's dream (and I actually am a chef) The TWO convection ovens handled our Thanksgiving dinner no problem. Lots of space for 5 couples and a teen. The view and sunsets are magical. I would love to come back in the warmer weather to enjoy the outside features. Kris was very responsive to any questions we had before our visit and the day we checked in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

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

met expectations

some deck and deck railing need repair
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Medora B.

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

Amazing views for our family stay

We spent three days here with three generations of our extended family (2 elders, 6 adults, 1 teen and 2 kids). The views were absolutely amazing throughout both the main and basement levels. The kitchen is well laid out and supplied with all cooking essentials, plus far more (yes, it has both a 12-cup coffee pot and Keurig!). The house was very clean all over. The only small issues we had were some inconsistent heating, as some parts of the house were hotter than others, and occasional poor water pressure. Neither took away from our overall experience, and we would definitely stay here again. I had my dog with me and the fenced in side yard was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Incredible home right on the lake...

We had a fantastic stay in this incredible home right on the lake. Initially it was just our family of four (two adults and two kids, 15, 11) and our border collie staying for the first two nights. Then we were joined by family from Canada for the next two nights, including our 8yr old nephew. The house is exceptionally well equipped and we had everything you could want for our stay. Plenty of room for everyone and amenities galore. We enjoyed the view from both inside and outside the home and would happily return again! Our dog loved it too, especially the fully fenced in yard complete with a lawn to play on! Communication from the owners was spot on and met our expectations for VRBO owner managed properties. Thanks for the great stay and to anyone on the fence, book it - million dollar views from everywhere!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine D.

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

Overall Amazing Place

My family & I had such a wonderful vacation at this house. The house is absolutely beautiful with outstanding views. The kitchen was well-stocked and had everything we needed. The yard was definitely a nice bonus for our dogs and young kids. We did have issues with the WiFi, but it was taken care of quickly which was much appreciated. The only con I can speak to was the cleanliness of the grill. It was quite dirty with cobwebs, bugs, etc. so my husband spent a decent amount of time scrubbing & cleaning it. All in all, it’s an amazing place for a large family. None of us wanted to leave. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

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

Nice getaway

The property is in a great location - quiet road directly on the water with lawn for our dog and firepit for relaxation and conversation. The property layout worked for us and provided beautiful views of the lake. A couple of things we would mention are: - Stairs need to be used from street level. We managed even though one person in our party was on crutches and our dog has mobility issues. - The lock on the sliding glass doors on the main level was tricky to use. We couldn't get it to lock. - The outside balcony felt spongy in one area which was a bit concerning. - There were only four of us, and we couldn't find additional paper products. Overall, we had a lovely stay at this beautiful lakehouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

The good and the bad

The good: This is a large house with lots of space to spread out and relax. Beautiful lake views from the large windows on the top floor. The kitchen is really nice with lots of cupboards and glassware of all kinds; water glasses, wine glasses, margarita glasses… The swimming is good and accessible from two different staircases Lots of deck space to enjoy the view The bad: Communication was slow The house needs some maintenance especially outside areas; one of the docks has missing boards and is blocked off. An outside walkway is also blocked off. The lawn was not mowed and a foot tall in weeds. The ladder off the end of the dock in the pictures is no more. There is a large fancy grill but it’s igniter is gone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2022
Thank you for your feedback. The dock with the missing boards was damaged in the winter and has specialty decking that we have been waiting on parts to come in. This dock is only accessible by boat and should not affect the use of the rental. I am unaware of an outside walkway that is or could be blocked off. The lawn was absolutely an issue, we did not realize that it had not been mowed until this renter notified us. It is accurate that there isn't a ladder at the end of the dock, it must be shown in and old picture, there are however stairs into the water. We will check on grill ignitor and work on replacing asap
Verified

8/10 Good

Donald S.

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

Has potential

Assumption is that the homeowner had not closely inspected the property prior to our visit. Property was not adequately cleaned, adequate # of towels not there, one of the two faucets in the MBath inoperable, no iron on site, missing register cover in one bedroom leaving a hole open in the floor, only one cue stick for the pool table was useable no tips on the others, the shower door ridge in the MB was retaining water/mildew/hair, water leaked out onto the floor and ran into the laundry rm, outdoor furniture was not clean, and outdoor grill looked like it had not been cleaned in a long time. The owner was prompt in responding at first, however, my observations submitted after a couple of days was not responded to for over 48 hours. The house has great potential. The kitchen and eating area was great. Although getting to the house required use of a one lane private road for a short stretch the property is not only a large house right at the lake, but also has a flat grass side yard to play games. All in all, with attention to detail, this property has potential.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy Y.

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

Christmas Vacation

We traveled here from Virginia and stayed at this property Dec 23-27 to have Christmas with family in the Finger Lakes area. The home is spacious and comfortable, and the kitchen is well-suited to prepare big meals for the family. We enjoyed our stay here, and would recommend it to others. If I were to offer some suggestions to the homeowners on a couple of detail items, they would be:1) Fix the main floor toilet in the master bedroom. It does not reliably flush anything more than one square of toilet paper,2) The lights above the pool table flicker constantly,3) One of the outlets in the upstairs bedroom with the queen bed does not work,4) The basement toilet leaks from the base,5) The black coffee maker in the kitchen does not work properly (took nearly 90 minutes to brew a full pot); we brought up the white coffee maker from the basement and used that one instead.6) Many of the pots, pans, cooking utensils, cups and bowls were dirty. We purchased an extra scrub sponge and dish detergent to wash everything before we used them.I would still recommend this house. Great location on the lake and really comfortable for our family of 6 to spend Christmas together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carolyn W.

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

Health and safety concerns

This was once a beautiful property and could be again. As stated before, there are severe health and safety issues that should be addressed immediately. Rusted bolts sticking out of dock to be stepped on. An active water leak from the master bathroom into the basement ceiling with black mold. Another hole in the ceiling from water leaking in hallway in basement with black mold. The black mold in the coffee maker caused us to go out an purchase a new coffee maker for the house even though there was a Keurig, we wanted drip coffee. Most disturbing was the instability of the upper deck and rail system. I am concerned that with a bit of pressure it may give way. There was a bedroom ceiling can light that was hanging and the air conditioning stopped working for the main part of the house halfway through our stay. The exterior was filthy. The outdoor kitchen was not usable and the replacement grill had a buildup of grease and debris that when cooking hotdogs flared up and filled the house with smoke. A quick leaf blower would have removed all the dead lake bugs and spiderwebs that were everywhere. There were piles of miscellaneous items on the patio and the gate locks were broken or missing and had twine used to keep gates closed. I paid over $11,000 for the week and had to buy paper towels, garbage bags, dish soap, and water for the house. Please be aware of these items when you go to this house. Again, I think it could be a wonderful place with some maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host very responsive. Pet friendly. Kitchen had necessary equipment. Beautiful lake views.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

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