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A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake

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A wooden deck with a staircase leading to a dock over a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A two-story building with a wooden staircase leading to a deck.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large central island, stainless steel appliances, and a window overlooking a parking area.
A cozy room with a large wooden bookshelf, a piano, a leather sofa, and a patterned rug.
A beach with chairs and a wooden structure.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Otisco Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Skaneateles, NY
  • Place, Otisco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Skaneateles

Located in Skaneateles, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Vesper Hills Golf Club and Song Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Skaneateles Lake and Bahar Nature Preserve. Ready for a night out? Consider Beak & Skiff Apple Hill Campus and Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

  • Otisco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Skaneateles Lake - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Syracuse University - 34 min drive - 44.4 km
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 37 min drive - 46.4 km
  • JMA Wireless Dome - 39 min drive - 46.5 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 39 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loft - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Milkhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Vista - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Amber Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪1820 House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake on 29 January 2027 start from NZ$1,696, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Quiet Oasis on Otisco Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Otisco Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Skaneateles Lake and Finger Lakes. Guppy Falls SCA Trailhead and John D. Barrow Art Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the house was unique and spacious in a beautiful waterfront setting in the woods, very relaxing!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Otisco Lake

Overall an excellent and relaxing weekend on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and unique lake house

The property is beautiful inside and out. The location is quiet and relaxing. And the house made me feel like I was staying in a small castle. It is a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thanks Jonathan. We look forward to having you back on the Lake.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Finger Lakes getaway

Great place to unplug from the modern connectivity. Time for games, walks etc.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

nice

Very nice home, it is hillside so a bit of a hassle hauling your goods to the house but having my kids made that easier, overall great house and the lake was the perfect size
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2022
John and his family were wonderful guests and we look forward to having them back at the lake house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Otisco Lake cabin in the woods

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage in the woods of Otisco Lake’s west side. The home is beautiful, rustic decor with modern amenities. It’s very steep to get there, not recommended if you have difficulty with stairs. Views of the lake through the trees are very restful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin on Lake Otisco

This is a very beautiful cabin on the lake. My favorite things about this property are: sitting down at the side of the lake - lovely; the property manager is wonderful and very helpful and responsive; comfortable beds; nice hot shower; the professional grade stove and oven; the views out of all the windows; little touches like sinks in the bedrooms; beautiful rolling wooden window shades; the beautiful wooden interior; nice, modern refrigerator; book shelves everywhere; a large kitchen table and a formal dining room, as well as a large living room, so there is a lot of space.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks so much for staying at the lake house. The owner and I are both so happy you enjoyed this unique and wonderful home which continues to be loved and enjoyed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is truly a hidden gem. It sits right on the lake. The property itself is spacious and fully stocked for a large family . There is magic to this place. The only three “issues” are the steep steps down to the water, the lack of AC, and the bathtub that did not work while my partner and I was there. The shower worked fine. The home stayed decently cool even in mid August. Otherwise our stay here was nothing short of magical. Would highly, highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I, who are both in our early 60s, stayed here in early June with our daughter and son in law, who are in their 30s. This place worked well for us. The location has good privacy. The cabin was built by a retired craftsman, and has good and interesting wood work. The lake is one of the less commercial/developed of the Finger Lakes. The beach, which has small shale stone not sand, was very pleasant. Great sunset view. The outside deck was great for dining and just hanging out. The cabin faces east and so gets the morning sun. There is no air conditioning, but opening the windows worked well enough for us, along with fans. This would not be a good cabin for people with small children due to the interior switchback stairwell lacking a rail on the common side. Also, the steps down to the beach are very steep, almost like a ladder, which would concern the young and those with mobility concerns. The owners provide ample drinking water, but the tap water is drawn from the lake, and hot water to the shower took a while to arrive. My daughter said her mattress was not very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Thanks for the review and, if you can, please let me know which bed she was on! We would be happy to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Cabin!

We enjoyed staying at this cabin, while visiting family on Otisco Lake. The views of the lake, through the trees was very nice and the place was quite spacious and comfortable for the four of us. It is about a mile down a narrow, paved road from the main road. The access from the parking spot is steep, but it wasn't a problem for us. From the cabin, the steps down to the shore are steep as well, but that is in the property description. I probably wouldn't recommend this cabin for families with very young children, but it worked out well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Lake House

My friends and I enjoyed our stay at the Lake House. Our favorite thing was spending time on the deck—from morning coffee to breakfast to just relaxing with a cocktail. We also loved spending time on the beach and in the water. We appreciated the grill and did most of our cooking outside. We spent as much time as we could outside in the breeze because the house was a bit warm, especially during the first part of our stay, which was unseasonably warm. We were able to open the windows in the north and south; however, the windows facing the lake do not open. The house is very roomy. We had ample space in the bedrooms, kitchen and dining areas. One dining area was perfect for conversations, snacks and board games. The other one we used for our puzzle. We pictured ourselves enjoying the library during the fall or winter. The neighbors were friendly and Michael, the host, was very responsive to our questions. Overall, we had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Father and Son Together Time

Had a fantastic stay at the home. Expectations were exceeded. Nicely secluded with easy access to the lake. A great place to unwind and relax. But, close enough to town for access to food and drink. Michael was extremely helpful and extremely responsive. I woould recommend this house and location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
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