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Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun!

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A lakeside view with chairs and a canoe on the grass.
A staircase with wooden steps and a white handrail, leading to a door at the top.
A grassy area with a tire swing, a red chair, and a lake in the background.
A wooden interior with a ceiling fan, a mounted TV, a wooden cabinet, and a small table.
A view through a window of a grassy yard with a house in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this cottage features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 6 guests. It includes 1 bicycle and games. Enjoy lake views from the patio and deck. Engage in tennis, golf, or fitness activities nearby. Explore attractions like Oneida Fish Hatchery and Plymouth Island while enjoying water sports at the marina.

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Oneida Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Constantia, NY
  • Place, Oneida Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oneida Fish Hatchery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Constantia Town Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun!

Stay in a 3 bedroom lakeside cottage located next door to the owner's home. While the exterior reflects the character of an older lakeside property, the interior has been thoughtfully updated to provide a clean, comfortable and welcoming stay.

Just steps from the lake, you'll enjoy convenient access to swimming, kayaking, fishing and nearby hiking trails. After a day of outdoor adventure, relax on the screened-in porch and enjoy the lakeside atmosphere with family and friends.

Other Notes:

* This is a nature-focused property located in a lake setting. Bugs, insects, and occasional wildlife are a normal part of the environment, and while the home is well maintained, they cannot be completely eliminated

* Outdoor areas and landscaping may vary depending on the season and weather conditions

* We are not responsible for weather-related conditions during your stay, including inclement weather that may impact outdoor use or travel plans

* There may be ongoing improvements to certain outdoor areas as we continue to enhance the property for guest experience

* By booking, guests acknowledge and accept the natural setting and conditions of the property

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and 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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO SMOKING OR SUBSTANCES Smoking or use of any substances is prohibited: • Inside the home • Within 30 feet of the house
PLEASE DISPOSE OF BUTTS PROPERLY Place all cigarette butts in the OUTDOOR TRASH RECEPTACLE. Do not discard butts anywhere on the property or inside
$100 CLEANING FEE smoking violation Any violation of this policy will result in a $100 cleaning fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 981284vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Constantia

Located in Constantia, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oneida Fish Hatchery and Oneida Lake, while Fort Brewerton and Oliver Stevens Blockhouse Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Brewerton Speedway, or consider a night out at Midstate Athletic Community Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Constantia, NY

What's nearby

  • Oneida Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oneida Fish Hatchery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Constantia Town Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Syracuse University - 38 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Turning Stone Casino - 44 min drive - 60.0 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 29 min drive
  • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪TJ's Restaurant & Motel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wysocki's Lake Park Manor - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Lakeshore Pizza - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Four Minnows Restaurant & Tap Room - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience the charm of a rustic lakefront cottage, perfect for year-round fun! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Oneida Lake, Oneida Fish Hatchery and Constantia Town Hall. Plymouth Island is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

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. 48 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall this was a cute property for a little getaway. Needs a little TLC in some places and just a deep clean in others. Can’t beat the view though!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly what we needed to relax and socialize. The screened in porch was particularly amazing as we watched rainstorms approaching across the lake; we were essentially outside and not getting wet.The cabin was convenient to Central Squre, NY, and about 1/2 hour from the Great NY State Fair. Perfect place for a relaxing get-away!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host was top notch! Perfect house for a guys fishing trip!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! They were very nice and we even arrived early and were able to get out on the ice to check things out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute little cottage

Great place to stay, excellent views and attentive host
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Clean, nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Stay

Friendly owners, nice cottage, wonderful screened-in porch. Beach front could use some updates for better access and sand areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Constantia lake House

Good size chunk of property lots of room to spread out. Host is on site and very accommodating. House has everything you need to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2024
Wonderful guests and are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cottage

The property was as pictured, the host was very nice and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Oneida Stay

Visiting Oneida and enjoyed a long weekend at the house. Was traveling with my husband, 2 adult children and a friend. The house was clean and has all the amenities that we needed. We enjoyed using the kayaks and hanging by the lake. The location was convenient and nice restaurants near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The lake is stunning! Beautiful..The cottage is def rustic and old but the owners did a good job updating it to feel more modern. There was no blow dryer in the bathroom and the kitchen could have had foil, plastic wrap etc. We bought our own and a sponge for washing pots and pans. There was a washer and dryer which was great. The outside area and fire pit could have been cleaned up a bit..wished they trimmed some weeds and cleaned out the fire pit. There was a gas BBQ but it was alittle scary and flamed up pretty bad. The area is lovely and there was a winery down the road and bar called the sandbar too..we went kayaking and fishing and the weather was perfect. All in all the cottage was perfect for a lake weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Rental

We had a great time .. Todd was a great host. He was there if we needed him. The house was everything we had hoped for. The lake access was great .. the kayaks .. the view!!! We would definitely rent this place again. It was a great vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!!

My family had a glorious week here! Sitting by the lake, regardless of weather was relaxing and beautiful. Luckily the weather was nice enough out last day to take out the kayaks. The house was comfortable and accommodating, with the r owners onsite it was great for any questions we had. Overall we had a great vacation and will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake property

We enjoyed our stay. The host was awesome and even called to see if we had any questions before our stay. The only thing that caught us off guard was there is not central AC, it was two window units. Just something to know incase you are like us and like a cool/cold house. Other than that everything was awesome! Beautiful property to enjoy time on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for family

Has everything you need for a few days away with your family. We loved kayaking and the view of the lake. The only thing could be better is the distance from the road. The house is too close to the main road. Don't let the outside look of the property deter you from going, because the inside is cute, clean, with AC and two TVs. The hanging lights outside make it very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

A Senior's Stay

The host went out of his way to make the property hospitable with little herb and vegetable patches. He was extremely responsive when we identified a cleaning issue. Outside of his control, the geese too love the property. The house is old and the floors uneven. The steps to the upstairs are steep. The front porch is sagging. The back flagstones, too, offer uneven stepping. These pose some mobility challenges for the youngest and eldest of us. We found the furniture and lighting uncomfortable for reading or knitting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent stay at our property. We’re glad to hear that you appreciated the effort we put into creating herb and vegetable patches for our guests and our responsiveness to cleaning issues. We understand your concerns about the property’s age, including the floors, steep stairs, and front porch. We’ll take this into consideration and explore options for improving accessibility in these areas. We appreciate your input, and it will help us make improvements for future guests. We hope you’ll consider staying with us again in the future to experience the positive changes we’ll make. Best, Todd and Family
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not well maintained

Tod was a nice guy. That being said, the listing description was not accurate. The bar closeby has been closed for years. Its not rustic, its dirty. The outside of the house was dirty as was Tod’s. The house a/c’s did not keep it cool, it was extremely uncomfortable. When I inquired about the docks handling our boats, he said that the 1.5 ft of water would be ok. Of the 9 places weve stayed on Oneida, this was the worst. Im leaving this review to protect other potential renters. I feel bab but its all true.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Unfortunately, personal reviews like theses are difficult to read, but at the same time very helpful. I talked with Jeff and his fishing party each day of their stay here. I was never informed of any issues with the A/C not working. My family and I have switched out everything from light bulbs, propane tanks and even a refrigerator during guests stays, due to performance issues, upon being informed of the situation. The bar that is mentioned In Jeff’s review has been closed for almost 6 years and is not listed or marketed by myself or the website. The mention of the outside of the cottage being dirty, in addition to my families house being dirty is confusing and totally unmerited. As for the water depth for their boats, I have photos of their boats tied up to the dock. Some boats do have to be walked in to the dock, due to the under water sand bars in the bay. I helped Jeff and his fishing party walk the boats into and out of the dock. Here again, I will say that we chatted while working together and there was no mention of any issues with the cottage. When my family and I review guests on the website, we are very fair. I will conclude with the fact that Jeff and his fishing party we friendly we’ll mannered. However, the conditions in the cottage, when they left were a mess. To be specific; red solo cups, pasta and candy wrappers under the living room furniture and in the bedrooms. There was clearly oregano or some form of oregano type substance, on the first floor bedroom dresser and in the top drawer of said dresser. When my family and I entered the cottage to clean, we were greeted with an uncapped water bottle, half full spilling water on to floor in the middle of the living room, in plain sight.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great, There was lots of places to sit and watch the lake. The kids loved the kayaks and being able to get in and out of the water. We took advantage of the screened in porch and fire pit. It was definitely relaxing and great to be away from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nicee

Nice and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very clean and plesant

Todd was very informative. The house was very clean and near a variety of stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great place next to the water.

Had a nice time. Todd was there if you had any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lakeside Stay

Todd is an absolutely phenomenal host! Excellent communication and very responsive to our needs. We arrived late at night during a heat wave and he had the ac running for us. Our family enjoyed swimming and kayaking in the beautiful lake. Wonderful vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Camp!! Didn't have kids with us but very family friendly.

Water and beach set up is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay.

The house was just as pictured online. It was very quiet and peaceful. It was lovely to not have to worry about bring every little thing on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A cute place!!

The host was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area…. Good places to eat, grocery shop and tackle & bait stores. He was very helpful with our first time at Lake Oneida. The home was well cared for, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would go back again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by todd widowski and I'm on site to manage the property

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I’ve lived in the area for over 50 years and enjoy living on the lake.

I enjoy sports and being outdoors.

Why they chose this property

Oneida Lake has year around activities

What makes this property unique

Large lakefront property with plenty to do outdoors year around from fishing, swimming, kayaking to ice fishing during the winter.

Languages:

English

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