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Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat

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Terrace/patio
Cozy living room over looking Skaneateles lake and a historic barn.
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Large deck to enjoy the view!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Skaneateles, NY
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat

Take in the stunning views and Sunsets over Skaneateles lake at this countryside retreat! This cozy ranch is a respite sitting on 40 acres overlooking the lake and a historic barn. Enjoy a brand new kitchen and spacious deck for outdoor hangs. The home has everything you need for your stay! Located just outside the village of Skaneateles, you are just minutes away from everything this historic and charming town has to offer! There is also semi-private lake access a 2 minute drive away!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Property # 3748894vb
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

About the area

Skaneateles

Located in Skaneateles, this holiday home is in a rural area. John D. Barrow Art Gallery and Skaneateles Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vesper Hills Golf Club and Song Mountain Resort. Ready for a night out? Consider Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards and Beak & Skiff Apple Hill Campus.
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Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Syracuse University - 33 min drive - 46.5 km
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 35 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Destiny USA - 38 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Cornell University - 57 min drive - 76.7 km

Getting around

  • New York State Fair Station - 33 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loft - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Milkhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Vista - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mandana Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪1820 House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Lake Views! Country Side Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Skaneateles Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Otisco Lake. John D. Barrow Art Gallery and Clift Park 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. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

Great place for a small family gathering

The place was clean, classy, and had provisions we hadn't even thought of!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2025
Great guests. Welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

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

Great weekend by the lake

Amazing weekend staying here. It was perfect for our family and had incredible views. Was also very cleaning and very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Skaneateles trip

Very accurate listing and great host. Great view of the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

It was perfect

Myself and four friends stayed at this property for a fishing tournament at Otisco Lake. The property manager Samire was friendly, fast to respond, and was easy to work with. The house was clean, it was furnished with everything you need for your stay, it had a nice lake view, and the beds were comfortable.We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon E.

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

Great property

Beautiful view of Skaneateles lake from the deck. Owner communication was quick and helpful. Went for a fishing trip and they were very accommodating for boat parking. Short drive to town of Skaneateles. Plenty of parking in driveway. House came equipped with everything needed for a trip (appliances, dishware, silverware, etc.).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista B.

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

Fall Getaway

We had a great time! The view from this property is fantastic! The house was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We used the kitchen to cook one night and it was very well stocked with anything you need to cook dinner. The deck has a very comfortable lounge with amazing views! We had a question on how to adjust the thermostat and the property manager got back to us right away. Would love to rent here again. The town is beautiful with amazing views throughout. Lots of great shops, restaurants, and wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Family weekend at SUNY Cortland

We had a wonderful weekend visiting my son for family weekend. He only requested home cooked meals from mom and that’s exactly what he got. The kitchen had everything we needed for pots and pans , kitchen gadgets and appliances. Not a lot of serve ware but we made so. Overall we had a great time and enjoyed the house. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2024
Thanks for staying with us! We will be sure to add more serve-ware for upcoming guests!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michele S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
I agree the view of the lake is stunning. The home was modest. The smell of a former smoker was not pleasant. We came home one day and I thought someone had been in the home smoking. It was that strong. The deck furniture needed some attention. It is outdoors and gets dirty but cleaners had not touched it so I needed to clean before sitting out.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re happy you enjoyed the beautiful lake view—it’s truly special. We were surprised to read about the smoke odor, as your stay was nearly two weeks and this was never mentioned during that time. We always encourage guests to reach out immediately if something isn’t right so we can resolve it right away, and we would have been glad to address this for you. Regarding the outdoor furniture, the lakeside weather can sometimes make it challenging to keep spotless, but we’ve asked our cleaners to give it extra attention before each arrival. We appreciate your comments and wish you the best in your future travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandra R.

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

Quiet and quaint

Overall this was a great place to stay. Clean, modern, comfortable, quiet. All the beds had new mattresses. Kitchen was pretty great. They even have a very good coffee maker, that made delicious coffee - for me this is a major win. I have stayed at so many places that cheap out on the coffee maker - not so here. (Major bonus points with me!!). We ate around the island several times. If the weather was warmer would have been nice to enjoy the deck and view of the lake more, but still had a great view through the picture window. The furniture was comfortable and clean, tv had plenty of choices through internet and apps. 7 minute drive to town, but the drive is very nice no traffic lovely scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Disliked: Amenities, communication
Typical commercial property and absentee owner - anything to save a buck. Gas grill is 2 seasons beyond its useful life and is dangerous. 1 roll of paper towels and 1 1/4 rolls of toilet paper were provided for a 4-night stay. No shampoo was provided. Absentee owner would of course blame the staff for all of it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

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