Sheldrake Solitude: "Simple and Private on Cayuga Lake

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 784 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Enjoy the area

Ovid, NY

Cayuga Lake1 min walk
Sheldrake Point Winery4 min drive
Thirsty Owl Wine Company6 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Centrally located between Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and Geneva in the beautiful Sheldrake Point area, you'll find this recently renovated cottage directly on the west shore of Cayuga Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes!

Located at lake level, after coming down two flights of stairs, you enter directly on a large porch with endless views of Cayuga Lake. As you enter, the natural light continues through four large windows that spill into an open floorplan. The first floor has a cozy living room furnished with a sectional couch, gas stove, and Samsung smart TV. The living Room naturally flows into an open kitchen and dining room with a large vaulted ceiling.

The open floor plan is ideal for entertaining friends and family alike. In the kitchen you'll find a brand-new GE range, large countertop and fully stocked cupboards with brand new cooking, baking and drink ware.

Completing the lake level space, you'll find a private bedroom with a queen bed and a recently renovated bathroom with bright tile and a spa shower.

Upstairs, a furnished loft with farmhouse style queen and twin beds and a shiplap privacy barrier with functional and style benefits.

Outside, you will be comfortable with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine on elegant outdoor furniture. Additionally, there are other seating areas on the 100 feet of lakeshore; even on the platform dock sitting above the lake.

While you may find it hard to leave the water, this home will be a great hub for your visit to the Finger Lakes. Award winning wineries are nearby with Sheldrake Point Winery walkable, Hosmer Winery, Thirsty Owl and Myer Farm Distillers are all within 5 minutes.

Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests.

Note: Smoking is not allowed in any rental property.
Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in description.
Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
Boats are NOT permitted to tie to the dock.
*Outdoor amenities, including furniture/ watercraft/ fire pits are not available between October 15- May 15*

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

About the area

Ovid

Located in Ovid, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sheldrake Point Winery and Thirsty Owl Wine Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cayuga Lake and Lodi Point State Park.

Ovid, NY

What's nearby

Cayuga Lake - 1 min walk
Sheldrake Point Winery - 4 min drive
Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 6 min drive
Wells College - 57 min drive
Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 63 min drive

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - 61 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Sheldrake Point Winery - 4 min drive
Finger Lakes Cider House - 11 min drive
Treleaven Wines - 61 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sheldrake Solitude: "Simple and Private on Cayuga Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sheldrake Solitude: "Simple and Private on Cayuga Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sheldrake Solitude: "Simple and Private on Cayuga Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sheldrake Solitude: "Simple and Private on Cayuga Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cayuga Lake, Sheldrake Point Winery and WeBeTilin' Studios. Thirsty Owl Wine Company is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

8.6

Excellent

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7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Melanie W.

16 September 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Sheldrake Solitude

The property was filthy when we arrived. There was open leftover food on the countertops and in the fridge and a bag of rotting potatoes on top of the fridge. There were mouse droppings on the countertops. Trash containers were not emptied. The property promised a boat and two kayaks. No boat was found and the kayaks were stashed under the house and covered with dirt. The beds were made but, with the condition of the rest of the house, we couldn’t trust that the bedsheets were clean. The offer was made to have the house cleaned the next day. We were unable to load our food into the fridge due to the leftover clutter. We made the difficult decision not to stay at this property. It was our hope to receive at least a partial refund which was denied.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan M.

13 August 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting on the lake

The stairs are no joke, so pack light. The house is dated, but sufficient. Could definitely use some updating and the cleanliness was lacking. The lake view, kayaks, and dock were awesome. Recommend Wyckoff Farms stand down the road. We had a fun, comfortable stay next to quiet neighbors.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

20 July 2023

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

Peaceful and just perfect!

We loved our stay! Beautiful home- right in the water with a great dock and swimming area. Great beds, linens and a well stocked kitchen. We brought pizza dough and there was a pizza pan- score! Quiet lake, great wildlife and quiet neighbors. Please stop by the Wyckoff farms stand, it’s just down the road and has amazing produce and a burger pack to bring home to grill- so good! The kayaks were a wonderful perk and our kids loved it too!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

4 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location, location, location

The cottage is situated in a perfect location. It is quiet and serene. We enjoyed sitting on the dock in the mornings, and on the covered porch when it rained. We walked in the mornings and it was pleasant, as the road was not busy. We saw a lot of birds, including an American Eagle soaring past the cottage. It is located close to some wineries. Sheldrake Point Winery is a little over a mile down the road - our favorite on Cayuga. We visited Cornell Lab of Ornithology which was only about a 45 minute drive. A few suggestions to improve the rental - replace outdoor grill and the toaster. Add another air conditioner downstairs. Put a blind in the upstairs window so people walking down the steps cannot see in. Also, it appears the owner has issues with carpenter bees. We were surprised by an exterminator one morning at 7AM while we were enjoying coffee on the porch. He was not informed there were guests, and we were not informed of his coming. He sprayed the sides of the house while we were there and was going to come back to spray the porch.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 June 2023

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

Great place

Great place in a great location. Had one minor issue with a smoke detector but the property management company was attentive and quick responding which was great. A lot of stairs but we expected that. We have no complaints and would happily return to this specific property and stay again

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023