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Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Auburn, NY
  • Place, Owasco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Auburn

On lake.At this Auburn cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Owasco Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Emerson Park. Ward W. O'Hara Agricultural Museum and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Owasco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Skaneateles Lake - 12 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Syracuse University - 42 min drive - 35.0 miles
  • Destiny USA - 45 min drive - 39.6 miles
  • Cornell University - 53 min drive - 43.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Valero - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪At Long Last - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Nino's Pizzeria II - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪vfw - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake.

This beautiful, stylish, all-season lake house sits DIRECTLY on CRYSTAL CLEAR Owasco Lake. This house is perfect for a romantic winter gateway, a trip to the Finger Lakes wineries, a family ski trip, winter duck hunting, or the ideal summer lakefront vacation. This spacious three bedroom 1.5 bathroom sleeps up to 11. In autumn, the lake looks beautiful with the color of the gorgeous fall leaves. Enjoy breathtaking views every night while enjoying a fire in our custom build fire pit. In the winter, you can enjoy ice fishing, duck hunting or take a 45-minute ride to Song or Labrador Mountain for a fantastic skiing experience. The Skaneateles ski mountain is just 15 minutes away. Enjoy outdoor dining and lounge chairs on the patio. The house has 70 feet of clear water for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding directly from the shore of the house. You can use outdoor furniture and toys: Kayak, paddle board, an inflatable dock, outdoor games like corn hole, and many more. We also have two fishing poles and a tubbing float. The public boat lounge is only 5 minutes away if you have a boat. If you want to bring a boat, there's 800-pound mooring to secure your boat, and we also have a dock. A rental agreement and liability must be signed shortly after booking.

The first floor includes:
-one bedroom with a queen bed
-a full kitchen
-a full bathroom
-an open living room
-dining room space
-enclosed porch

The second floor includes:
-one bedroom with two full-size beds
-one bedroom with a full-size bed and a twin bed
-a game room with a pulled-out couch
-a half bathroom

You can open the windows at night and hear the waves on the shoreline.
Parking for up to 5 cars is available.

The house is minutes from Downtown Auburn, where you can enjoy a fantastic dining experience, Emmerson Park, nightlife, live music, Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, and museums. People worldwide come to enjoy the Finger Lakes wineries for a once-in-a-lifetime wine-tasting experience. You can also visit the picturesque village of Skaneateles, which is only 15 minutes away with cute shops, gorgeous architecture, and beautiful restaurants. If you like gambling, Del Lago Casino is 30 minutes away. Syracuse basketball and all its activities are only 35 minutes away.
What to catch in Owasco Lake:
Atlantic Salmon
Black Crappie
Bullhead
Lake Trout
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout
Yellow Perch
Smallmouth Bass

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure the recyclable is bagged
Secure the grill's cover so it doesn't fly away
Secure all cushions inside the porch
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We have a camera in the front of the house
Please clean the grill and store all outdoor games and water inflatables before leaving the property
Please report any damages immediately after happening

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: We just accept Service Animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. to the airport?

This cottage is 31.4 mi (49-min drive) away from the Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake.?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. on Nov 30, 2025 start from $300.0, excluding 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.

Does Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Waterfront Cottage with fireplace located directly on Owasco Lake. to downtown Auburn?

This cottage is 5.3 mi away from Auburn.