Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views
This spacious home on Cayuga Lake’s east side boasts spectacular sunset and lake views from all of its many decks, its Florida room and the master bedroom. The property includes a boat dock, huge decks (covered and uncovered) and both shallow and deep water entry sites for swimming. Unlike many lake homes in the Finger Lakes region there are no stairs nor steep climb from the parking area to the house.
Each of the three bedrooms has its own full bath. The large master bedroom on the second floor has a queen size bed, one first floor bedroom has a queen bed and the other has one full and one single bed. In addition, there is a trundle bed with two singles on the sun porch. All mattresses are new and the house easily sleeps 8.
Fully furnished kitchen includes micro-wave, coffee maker and dish washer. Smart TV Laundry Room BBQ Flat, close to house parking for 4 cars 2,000 sq ft of indoor living space
Activities: Clearview Road is a quiet, single lane, private road perfect for long bike rides and walks all along the lake front. The house is situated in Genoa, New York in the heart of finger-lakes wine country with over 50 local vineyards and a few new brew pubs.
Just a 10 minute drive south of picturesque Aurora, New York and 30 minutes north of Ithaca (home of Cornell University and Ithaca College) there is enough to do and see in the area to keep you busy every day, if you can drag yourself away from the lake.
Ithaca, Utne Reader’s “Most Enlightened City in the US” and home of the famous Moosewood Restaurant is a vibrant community alive with art, music, theatre, museums, sporting events and festivals. The twice weekly farmers market is full of fresh local produce, ethnic foods and local art and crafts.
In Aurora, dine at the historic Aurora Inn, stop at in one of the antique shops, stroll along turn-of-the-century, picture post-card streets and have homemade ice-cream at the old fashioned soda fountain. Aurora is also home of Mackenzie-Childs, for a look at their fanciful, hand-made ceramics visit their website.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
Note from host: Small events may be allowed with prior approval.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
King Ferry
Located in King Ferry, this holiday home is on the waterfront. King Ferry Golf Course and Bright Leaf Vineyard 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 Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes. 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 Dutch Harvest Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 10 min drive - 13.2 km
Wells College - 13 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
NY Quick Shop - 59 min drive
King Ferry Corner Store - 5 min drive
Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - 9 min drive
Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 65 min drive
King Ferry Pizzeria - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views?
As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views on 15 August 2026 start from NZ$936, 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 Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Cayuga Lake House with Fabulous Sunset Views located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cayuga Lake, King Ferry Golf Course and Bright Leaf Vineyard. King Ferry Winery is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had so much fun! The house was totally equipped and a great location. We loved the decks, beautiful sunsets and we did a lot of fishing! Perfect family vacation!
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2021
We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and are looking forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Nice waterfront home filled with amazing decor. Everything we needed for our stay was there. Clean home with great views and a peaceful area.
Larry S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2023
So glad you enjoyed your time at the lake. The decor is a life time collection mainly from Indonesia where we lived for nearly 14 years. The place is filled with happy memories which we think you can feel from the moment you enter the place. Hope to have you back one day in the future.
We really enjoyed our stay here. The weather was perfect and the fall foliage did not disappoint. Lisa and Kathy were great very helpful. Hoping to visit again next year!
Erica K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2020
So glad to hear that your week was all you'd hoped for. We'd be happy to welcome you back again next year. Thank you for taking such good care of our home!
We have stayed in many cottages but never this close to the lake. Our family absolutely loved the kayaking, floats and paddle board and fishing. We saw two bald eagles swoop to catch fish and the sunsets were wonderful. The cottage is well equipped, clean and spacious.
Doreen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. The bald eagles and osprey are a fairly new addition to our lake and it is indeed thrilling to watch them fishing. We appreciate the care you took of our cottage and we'd love to welcome you back at any time.
Such a nice place to sit and enjoy the sunset, or float in the warm lake water. There is plenty of room in this three bedroom, three bath lake house. Inside you will find so many interesting things that the owner has collected through their worldwide journeys. We spend most of our time on the covered deck enjoying the view. This place is wonderful.
We had a lovely stay, and especially appreciated the various outdoor spaces (sun & shade options) right on the water. We spent most of our time on the decks. And the kayaks were key! The house was very well-equipped (I could’ve brought less stuff from home!).
Carol J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
So glad to hear that you had a good stay on Cayuga! We're hoping to welcome you back again soon.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The location of the house right on the water cannot be best! Amazing sunsets and we thoroughly enjoyed watching the eagles and osprey’s fish every day. The house was well appointed and had everything we needed for our stay. Communication with the owners was great although we did not need to contact them during our stay. I would recommend this rental to anyone who is looked to have a relaxing vacation RIGHT on the water with amazing views.
wesley B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2023
So happy to hear you enjoyed your week with us. The eagles and osprey are a bonus we've been enjoying for only a few short years now. They were unheard of 20 years ago when we bought the place. They really are added value ... as are the loons and geese and ducks and cormorants!
Our entire experience was terrific! Lisa was very helpful and made sure we had everything that we needed. The house has an amazing view of the lake, and dark skies where you may get an unobstructed view of the galaxy on one of the many decks. The decor inside is very eclectic and delightful. It is comfortable and relaxing. We enjoyed watching the rain come across the lake as well as the sun set over the lake.
Debra D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2021
I am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the lake this summer. Thank you for taking such loving care of our family home. We'd be pleased to welcome you back at any time.
It was exactly what we wanted. Please keep in mind - the 30 minutes to the nearest town (Ithica) seems quite a bit longer on the back roads. But we have no complaints. The house was amazing, we literally were sitting on a deck with the lake waters running beneath us.
If you want to have a great fishing trip - we know a guy.
We loved it here and will definitely consider visiting again. Highly recommend.
APRIL P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
So glad to hear that you enjoyed sitting out on the deck right over the water. The sound of the waves is fabulous isn't it? We'd love to have you back anytime.
Our stay was NOT blessed with good weather and even with rain and clouds we had a wonderful time. The layout of the inside provided privacy for each of the three bedrooms. The large main area with kitchen made a nice indoor space. The sunroom gave us a good spot to feel on the water, but not in the elements. We especially enjoyed the covered deck which let us be out in the rain and watch the lake together. There is more than enough open deck to get all the sun you want when the sun is shining. We did get some sunshine which was fantastic.
Even with clouds the sunsets were beautiful.
Julie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2026
Thank you for your great review, Julie! we have opened up the lake house for rentals again in 2027 and we'd love to have you back!
Oh my gosh We had the best time. Your house is the perfect place for a multi-generational family gathering (more now than ever). You have thought of everything -- and the way you have decorated your home with mementos from your life and travels makes it feel all the more personal and special. We've kayaked, biked, paddled, swam, read, sang, hiked, farmers-marketed, apple picked, cooked up a storm, and we even came in second at Trivia Night at the Treleavan Winery...
Thank you!
Beth
Elizabeth B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2020
Reviews like this one confirm for us that we are doing the right thing by opening our family cottage to vacationers like you. Thank you for treating our home as if it were your own. So glad you took advantage of all the wonderful things the area has to offer. Hope to see you back at the lake one day soon.
A great cottage perched right on Cayuga Lake. The hosts met us and oriented us and were super helpful and responsive from booking to check in. The lake water was clear and refreshing. We saw bald eagles and all sorts of water birds. We also enjoyed Ithaca just half an hour away for great dinners. The array of decks , including the biggest one right over the water, offered seating and views at every level. We went out with our coffee every morning and hung out all evening. The hosts provided ample jugs of water (the town water is not potable and smells a bit metallic /sulfuric) and all in all gave us a great vacation spot we’d like to return to next year!
Leatrice O.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the lake house this summer. The eagles and osprey are a fairly new addition to the area and we too were thrilled to watch them fishing and dining in the trees around the house. The loons seem to be sticking around longer in the summer as well and we love their eerie calls in the early morning and evenings. Thank you for taking such good care of the place - we'd love to have you stay again next year!
We loved our stay at Lisa and Joel's cottage! The deck is a great place for coffee in the morning with wonderful views of Lake Cayuga, or wine in the evening and stargazing. My sons had fun swimming in the lake, and we all enjoyed taking the kayaks out to watch the sun set. There's more than enough to do in the area: wineries, the town of Ithaca, Sciencenter, plenty of parks with amazing gorges and waterfalls, the Farmer's Market, Cornell botanic gardens, ice cream at Cream at the Top (so good!), and more. We had a minor issue with the cottage during our stay, but the owners were very responsive and quickly resolved it. Lisa was pleasant and easy to work with. Hoping to return soon!
Kristin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2021
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the lake and in the surrounding area. The Finger Lakes region is truly a wonderland and it's great that you took advantage of so much of what we have to offer. Thank you for taking such good care of our home. We will welcome you back anytime.
We had a lovely week at this home. It was larger than expected. There is a lot of seating so everyone had a place to lounge and relax. The outdoor space is phenomenal. There are interesting decor items throughout the house and the kitchen is well stocked. Communication with the owner and property manager was quick and efficient. Sunsets were spectacular and the stars on a clear night - amazing. The only drawback was the lack of AC during a warm August (we did not know there were only fans) and the sulfur smell of the lake water when showering (but that could have been due to the heat). Otherwise, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would definitely consider visiting again.
Camille S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your week at the lake. I wish you'd mentioned the sulphur smell as sometimes a quick filter change can remedy that problem. Luckily the sulphur is natural, won't harm you and is actually very good for your skin and hair. Hope to see you back at the cottage one day soon!
What a wonderful combination of old time Finger Lakes cottage and exotic Balinese retreat! This cottage is both comfortably and conveniently furnished with everything you could want, including modern washer and dryer, extra water shoes and lifejackets in all sizes, binoculars, even good sharp chef’s knives in the kitchen, while also being charmingly decorated with the hosts‘ furniture and decorations from Indonesia. The closeness to the water is unique among Finger Lakes cottages. We brought our bicycles and enjoyed all the wonderful back roads in the area (be prepared to climb hills!) and also enjoy the kayaks that come with the property. We didn’t begin to do all the things we had potentially mapped out to do in the area, so we will have to return to rent here again! Lisa and Kathy, the property manager, were super responsive and accommodating.
Libby L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at the lake! Good call regarding the Balinese furnishings, they in fact ARE Indonesian from our many years living in that amazing country. Also happy that you took advantage of the huge library to read and relax. We'd love you welcome you back anytime!
Quiet, tucked away, idyllic lake front property. Just the thing for some Rest and Relaxation. Close to gorges and wineries.
Lily and S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2021
So glad to hear that your week at the lake was relaxing and that you were able to take advantage of some of the things this beautiful area has to offer. We'd be happy to welcome you back at any time.
Beautifully situated - Once you arrive you never want to leave!
Maria S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2021
I have lost track of how many summers your family has been here but I do know that you've grown from two generations to three. As always it is wonderful to have you stay and great to hear that you've enjoyed yourselves once again.
Great property. Well kept. Lisa and Kathy were great to work with. Beautiful sunsets.
Garry S.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2021
So pleased to hear that you enjoyed your week. We have to admit that the sunsets at the house are pretty hard to beat. We would love to welcome you and your family back again!
This was exactly what we needed. The house on the water was wonderful. The owner was great to work with. Would recommend this house and would def stay again. Thank you.
Shelia G.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2020
We are so pleased to hear this and we would welcome you back at any time. Thank you for taking such good care of our home. Hope to see you again soon.
Cozy house literally right on the water. In fact, you feel as though you are in a houseboat--which really gives it an other-worldly feeling. A nice get away. We brought our small Hydrostream outboard and the dry dock worked beautifully. We put in at the Long Point State Park boat ramp which is about 5 miles away. We took advantage of the canoe and one of the kayaks onsite -- super easy in and out of the water. We spent most of our time in the front room facing the lake and on the dock--every night was an event to watch the incredibly beautiful sunsets. We toured several wineries on the other side of the lake -- takes about 10-15 min to get across; there are several wineries with docks (Sheldrake, Thirsty Owl and GooseWatch). We also visited Brightleaf Winery which is within close driving/walking distance to the house--great views of Cayuga Lake. We brought our bikes and loved the Black Diamond Trail from Ithaca to Taugh. Falls. We loved the Gorge Trail in Robert Treman State Park-super nice. And if you like to run, you won't find a flatter road than the one beside the house. The internet in the house was great; several of us had webex/zoom meetings. The water pressure was a tad low, but very manageable. The unique furnishings in the house from Indonesia and the Carribean were a nice touch, again making you feel like you've come to a unique place.
With decks on the lake for sunny days and a covered deck for rainy days, as well as a sunroom with lake views for chilly days, this house was a perfect autumn escape. The location is ideal, a waterfront home on a quiet road amidst Finger Lakes wineries and farms. The house is charming. The owners’ travels and interests are represented In the unique furnishings throughout. All in all, a perfect week.
We are so glad to hear that. 2020 has been such a challenging year and if a week at the lake helps alleviate some of the stress then we are doing our job. Hope to welcome you back again soon.
About the host
Hosted by Lisa Cook
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