Lake house holiday rentals in Skaneateles Lake

What a wonderful 4-day stay in a perfect cottage for my 3 middle aged daughters and me on our “girls’ trip!” The house had everything we needed and was perfectly located for our visits to wineries, breweries, Watkins Glen State Park, Ithaca, and many other places in the Finger Lakes region. We loved our evenings by the fire pit with the stunning lake view and beautiful sunsets. The comfortable seating on the covered porch made our one rainy evening enjoyable, and we continued to have fun in the sturdily built game room which became our “safe place” during an unexpected tornado warning! Jaci’s communication was great, and we highly recommend staying at this lovely cottage!

absolutely beautiful place. everything was perfect for our little get away. we will definitely be back!

We had a girl's weekend and enormously enjoyed this gem of a property. We relaxed lakeside, had beautiful surroundings, and a front row seat to the wildlife that strolled through the property; geese, cranes, and lots of birds! The property was exactly as stated, well thought out and well stocked. We'd definitely come back to this rental. Highly recommend it!

The cottage was exactly as pictured—comfortable and cozy. We felt at home as soon as we arrived. It was the perfect setting for the HWS commencement weekend! 💜🧡

We truly enjoyed our stay at the house! The hosts were kind enough to allow us an early check-in, which we really appreciated. The home is well-equipped and well-maintained, with everything we needed thoughtfully provided. We especially loved the beautiful aesthetics and design throughout the space. There was plenty of outdoor space to enjoy—comfortable seating, fun games, and a relaxing hot tub. We didn’t have enough time to experience everything, but we’re already looking forward to coming back for a longer stay. Thank you also for arranging the boat rental—the experience on Lake Owasco was absolutely beautiful. We would definitely recommend this place to others!

We had a great stay! The location is beautiful and the house was just as described. It was great having enough room to all stay in one place to celebrate my daughter graduating from Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine. And, our dog was also allowed to come!

The property is beautiful, the host is very responsive, and the location is great! Wineries, waterfalls, and hikes nearby! So much fun.

Just returned home from our stay at Max’s home and it was absolutely gorgeous! We had a total of 9 guests (4 adults, 3 teenagers & 2 children) and there was plenty of space for all of us! This is by far the cleanest AirBNB I have ever stayed in. Our weather unfortunately was not the best so we did spend a bit more time indoors than anticipated but that was ok with me! The fire pit right on the lake was perfect and the upstairs deck was so relaxing (especially for morning coffee). Beds were very comfortable and the kitchen & dining space was top notch. I cannot recommend this property enough! You will not be disappointed!

Jill's place was perfect for celebrating a special occaison! The location is picture perfect and there is everything you could ask for! Great communication and very clean and organized! We highly recommend for anyone travelling to Seneca Lake!

We were very happy with the accommodations. There is plenty of room for a family gathering. We had a pre-funeral gathering of 10 people from all over the country and were very comfortable. The hot tub was great. It was too early for the pool, but it looked clean and inviting. This would be an excellent retreat for a family of six for an extended stay in the summer or winter. A great location for a private getaway. Close to Syracuse (20 minutes) for entertainment trips.

Hammie on Rye was a very clean little house. Enough room for 2 couples and stocked with plenty of towels and other necessities. The location was great, easy to find and a very short walk to restaurants and little shops. We LOVED Vern’s bakery! We utilized the fire pit which sits in the driveway in the front of the house. Although it was an odd location, we found it funny interacting with people walking past. Personally, we thought there was an exorbitant amount of Knick knacks which made it feel cluttered. But overall it was nice. And very clean which is most important to us. Would recommend to others.

This was our second stay at this lakeside cottage…and we hope to return in the future. It’s a great location…right on the lake in a quiet neighborhood. The living space is comfortable, with lots of natural light.

We had a wonderful time at Mary’s on the lake. We had 2 small dogs and it was perfect for them. There is a fenced in area by the house and they also enjoyed being with us by the lake. They were afraid of the steps at first, but we just carried them down. We kayaked, used the peddle boat and had a fire by the shore. My teenagers even had fun. There are many waterfalls in the area that we were fortunate enough to visit. The gorge at Watkins Glen state park was one the best things we’ve ever seen. Rainbow Falls was amazing. Thank you!

The stay at Ferryland was amazing! Ontario lake is such a powerful and beautiful place to be. Jan made the stay possible, easy and comfortable. Will highly consider vacationing again here!!!

We had a blast here. It was super cute and had a cool vibe. It was unseasonably cold so we didn’t get to check out the kayaks but the fire pit was a huge hit with our family and the fireplace inside was so awesome since it was so cold. The hosts were extremely flexible and I love that we can bring our pups next time we visit. Thank you for a safe and cozy place to stay while we put on a wedding.

Beautiful home in a lovely setting. Truly a home away from home!

Do not hesitate to book this little piece of heaven! We stayed a full week and I didn’t want to leave. The deck and pier provide gorgeous views right on the lake. We spent many, many hours outside enjoying the beauty and peacefulness. Tips: As described, be sure to bring in plenty of drinking water. We drank lots of coffee in the mornings, just sitting on that gorgeous deck. If the stairs make you nervous, try the futon. It was quite comfortable, especially turned 90 degrees. Try to use the back door sparingly (unless you have to lock up). Lots of mosquitoes back there! We mostly used the door that faces the lake. We were relieved to find sunblock and bug spray there. We had forgotten those. You’ll definitely need them. Check out The Windmill (15 min) shops. Also highly recommend Hermann J Wiemer winery just 5 min up the road. Great tasting experience. Make a reservation first on their website.

We had a lovely stay at this property. It is a beautiful setting - literally right on the lake. The house was spotless and well stocked. The host was very responsive. This home has everything you need for a wonderful vacation!

We booked this home after changing our trip dates and losing the original house we rented. Boy, was it worth it!! The home is Beautiful! The views, natural light, huge master bathroom, and the most comfortable couch were just some of our favorite things. One of the bedrooms had kids' books and toys, and it was perfect for our 4-year-old daughter. The owners' communication with us was at its best! We look forward to returning next year!

This house on the shore of Lake Otisco is a great place to relax. It had everything we needed in terms of amenities, and the beds were really comfortable. There is a country market just 0.1 mile from the house, and the Amber Inn (tavern and restaurant) is across the street. It’s also a short drive to Skaneateles. I did some biking while we were there (brought my own bike) and the roads are great to ride on. Just avoid roads with “hill” in the name 😂 Overall we had a great weekend and would love to return if we are in the area. Don’t mind the hounds guarding the entrance to the property, they are kept contained but will greet you loudly!

We really enjoyed our stay. A lot of boating and fishing was done. Was nice to wake up to a lake view every morning. Would stay thereafter again.

The house is small and cozy, perfect for a couple. We loved it. The sunrise looking out the living room windows is phenomenal. The views of the lake are great. Non-stop fish jumping in the lake. Fishing from the dock was good. Caught a bass by the dock.

Our family had an absolute blast! My son and husband are both avid fishermen and caught multiple species of fish. We went on a great hike and enjoyed some local music in Tully. The kitchen was really nicely stocked which we appreciated since we like to cook. Highly recommend!

Beautiful lake view. Our weather was not as nice as I hoped but we were able to sit outside and enjoy the water view for some of our stay. Nice to sit in the dining room and look out the large windows with a cup of coffee. Cheryl was very responsive to any questions we had. I imagine the landscaping is beautiful in the summer. We were visiting just as spring was starting so nothing lush or green yet.