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Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Summer Lake Cottage⛵️
Terrace/patio
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Beach
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Skaneateles, NY
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Otisco Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Anyela's Vineyards
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles!

Renovated Carriage House with an open concept throughout. This Lake Cottage is great for entertaining or for a quiet getaway! The French doors add character and natural light to brighten up the space. Custom kitchen complete with Farm House sink and stainless appliances including a dishwasher and washer dryer. Cozy living & entertainment area with Vermont Casting Gas Fireplace to keep you warm during the cold months. Spacious Master Bedroom complete with Fireplace and a King Sleigh Bed & a Master Bathroom with Double Vanity and custom tile work. Book now for a romantic Spring getaway or a week in the summer to enjoy the lake for swimming, boating, fishing or just relaxing! Lake Access is just steps on a short pathway along side the Main Lakehouse and leads to a private stairs and dock. Only minutes from the historic village of Skaneateles and a short drive to enjoy all that the finger lakes region has to offer!

*Please note our lake cottage is not directly on the lake but does have private lake access. We also do not provide propane for the grill.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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 and cats (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is $100 per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Gas Grill & Propane Tanks are available to guests however host is not responsible for refilling tanks.
*Binder on the table has house rules listed in there.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Skaneateles

Located in Skaneateles, this holiday home is on a lake. Anyela's Vineyards and Highland Park Golf Club 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Champions For Life Sports Center or Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Otisco Lake - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Skaneateles Historical Society - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Anyela's Vineyards - 20 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Owasco Lake - 34 min drive - 33.6 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 36 min drive
  • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doug's Fish Fry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Skaneateles Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Patissirie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mirbeau Inn & Spa Skaneateles - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wine Bar at Mirbeau - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles!?

As of 28 September 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles! on 1 October 2025 start from NZ$718.79, 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.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Cottage and just a short drive into the village of Skaneateles! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Skaneateles Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Otisco Lake and John D. Barrow Art Gallery. Clift Park and Shotwell Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this property. We loved having access to swim in the lake and also how it was a quick drive into town. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

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

Works Well with the Lake House

We also rented the Lake House across the street, so it worked great as a combination.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and very comfortable!We had difficulty with the septic and needed to help with taking care of it but Brian was good at communicating quickly with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Amazing place, location, price

My family had a wonderful week long trip in this cabin. It was clean, well equipped and was super close to the lake. The owner was very responsive and helpful. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Winter break

This cabin was amazing for our winter break! The host is awesome and everything was clean and well organized. The pictures don’t do this place justice! We can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

C. Janeen W.

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

Great Get-A-Way

We spent a week at the cottage during winter months and it was still lovely. It’s a short walk to the lake and short drive to the town. The accommodations were spacious and comfortable just what we needed for a winter escape/getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

In town due to a death in the family. This house was perfect for two couples and our dogs.

Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bradley T.

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

East Lake Bungalow

A very cozy bungalow cottage at mid-lake Skaneateles. All necessary amenities and a welcoming host. A terrific spot to enjoy lake life.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

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

Cozy Cottage

A short stay that worked perfectly for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Truly Cozy

We loved our stay at the charming and pristine cottage near Skaneateles Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Lake Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan W.

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

Family vacation!

We had a very nice stay! We were under 10 mins from downtown skaneatlas and it was awesome this place allowed dogs so we had our pooch launch of the lake deck playing fetch the whole weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Martin R.

Liked: Check-in

Not what I had planned

Listing gave me the impression this was waterfront property. It is not. Miscommunication as to arrival date and dirty linen in bedroom for the first day. Too many garbage cans out front.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara S.

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

Great little spot

Cozy place to meet up with friends for a long weekend. Close to town but far away enough to be a quiet eascape in a private area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Up Home

We loved our stay here. Our family is from Skaneateles and the property is close to where my Mom grew up on the Collard Road. The property was clean and had all the bells and whistles necessary. The fireplace made the stay cozy. It made a perfect home base for our cemetery hopping to see the ancestors!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alex T.

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

Overall Good and Comfortable Stay

Our group of 4 enjoyed ourselves over a long weekend in November. What we liked: - Location. Close drive to town! - Large living room and kitchen/dining area - Kitchen appliances (dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, pots and pans, etc.) - Washer and dryer - Spacious bedrooms What could be better: - We didn't have any hot water in the upstairs sinks (the shower was fine but water pressure was inconsistent) - Overall cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Excellent location! Inside exactly as stated!

Close to everything! Lake access, we caught a few sunsets! Clean, well maintained, dog friendly. A+
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Beautiful cabin near Lake Skaneateles

We loved our “home away from home” for two weeks. The cabin was warm and cozy! Great mattress and beautifully decorated! We will definitely rent again! ❤️🌟
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marti J.

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

Charming cottage great location

The cottage is a bit nicer than the photos. Large tiled open area on first floor. The living room has plenty of seating. Kitchen well supplied. Nice size first floor bedroom and huge upper bedroom, with king bed, and a wide hallway with a twin bed. It is across a private lane and down to your own private dock. Beautiful location 5 miles outside of town. We brought an extension cord and power strip which came in handy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

birthday weekend

We were looking for a place for 4 adults to stay for a birthday weekend. We found the lake side cottage and it fit our needs. Booking was easy and the host gave us our door code. Upon arrival, which they gave us 2 hours early, we found a very qute and well set up cottage with a lake house theme. Everything was as advertised. We found the place to be clean with all items needed for a comfortable stay. I would recommend and also stay here again. It is a 8-10 min car ride to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

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

Birthday getaway

We celebrated my daughter’s 40 th birthday with a day at the spa followed by a very pleasant night at this lovely cottage by the lake. It was a cool and rainy day but we were delighted to enter this warm welcoming and nicely decorated cottage. The gas fireplace and comfortable furniture made us feel at home. We loved the open floor plan and the kitchen was equipped with everything you need. I would recommend this cottage for a getaway weekend anytime or a summer vacation. The sky cleared just in time to view a beautiful sunset !!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

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

Great stay, cozy cottage

This is a cute 2 bedroom cottage across the street from the main house. While near the lake, it is not directly on the lake, though guests may walk across the street over through a path with private lake access and stairs. The cottage itself is updated with modern appliances, tile floors and has a gas fireplace which also serves as the heating for the downstairs. The owner and host Brian was very accommodating when we requested a lower chair for my elderly parents. Seens like it would be a fun spot in the summer months. We enjoyed the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Marblehead, Ohio

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

Easter Visit

This rental on a quiet street with parking. Easy entrance into the house (no steps) and a half bath located off the living room for guests--this was nice as we had some elderly family members visiting. The living room, kitchen, and dining room are one big open space--coastal/lake decorations made it feel cozy and comfortable. Everyone liked the fireplace. We had plenty of room for visiting family. The master bedroom upstairs was spacious and private. The bathroom had all the essentials--towels, soap, and tp. The refrigerator contained condiments which is convenient when you are traveling and don't have to buy all the extras--much appreciated. Brian was easy to communicate with and even offered late checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelly P., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lake House Visit

Overall I would state that this was a clean and comfortable house. I did have to call the property manager as no check in details were sent on how to access the property- but then he was very helpful in providing any information we needed. I was a little underwhelmed as to the overall finish/standard of the property given the nightly charges. With cleaning and insurance it cost nearly $500 a night. It felt a little tired. The fridge/ freezer had leftover foods from previous visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Diana and Michael F.

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

Nice place with some issues

Sweet spot although not directly on the Lake. You can see the Lake in between 2 houses. The worst problem was the smell of mold in the downstairs bedroom really needs to be fixed. Also there were no side lamps only very bright white overhead lighting. Also there was only 1 tiny shampoo bottle, and we thought there would be more supplies. Some of the towels smelled moldy as well. I don't think it's right when we are paying a large sum per night, with all the fees,, to require us to change the sheets and take out the garbage. Optional is fine. Fireplace was very nice. Fortunately they had one iron skillet because we don't like using the Teflon coated pans that are carcinogenic. It would have been nice if we had an indication from the owner that we could just go in hen we arrived,, because we were not sure how to get in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Brian Davis

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Born and raised in Skaneateles and graduated from Syracuse University. My wife, two sons, and I reside in Cazenovia on our 20 acre horse farm!

Why they chose this property

This is a newly renovated, comfortable space with lake access and a private stairs/ dock

What makes this property unique

Nautical feel throughout, open concept with plenty of natural light, great entertaining space, and direct access to the lake!

** Please refer to the binder on the kitchen island for house rules and check out procedures.

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