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Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
dining area. Vintage "depression era" decor

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ovid, NY
  • Place, Sheldrake Point Winery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, WeBeTilin' Studios
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Thirsty Owl Wine Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch

A private country cottage above Sheldrake Creek features open floor plan, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a loft. Featuring vintage and "not-so-shabby chic" decor in 50 shades of green, the home sleeps a maximum of 5 guests with 2 queen size beds and a double futon. This an extremely private property with distant views of the lake and a field across the street. An 8 minute leisurely walk lands you at Sheldrake Point Winery or the local boat launch with Cayuga lake access. Enjoy a barbecue or dinner on the back deck and relax by the fire pit after dark. A fully furnished kitchen and nearby grocery, vegetable stand and farmers' markets offers you the option of preparing all your meals at home. Washer and dryer on site (some summer water restrictions may apply in case of drought as our water comes from a well.) Scenic walking, biking, boating and jogging locations abound in the immediate and nearby area, only a half hour's drive to Taughannock Falls and the Ithaca Gorges, Seneca Falls and the Women's Hall of Fame, local Amish Farm Stores, breweries and distilleries. Our location is convenient to both Cayuga and Seneca Lake Wine, Cheese, and Art Trails. Owner lives close by to assist with all your needs. NO CLEANING FEES makes this an economical choice for the savvy traveler!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do dishes and hang wet towels in bathroom. Can leave compost in covered bucket. Trash goes in metal trash can and please secure lid. THANK YOU!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We request guests to follow ecological practices such as conservation of well water; recycling and composting. Drinking/cooking water are provided.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1976927
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Ovid

Sheldrake, a neighborhood in Ovid, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center, or consider a night out at Trumansburg Fairgrounds. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Ovid, NY

What's nearby

  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • WeBeTilin' Studios - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Lucas Vineyards - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Buttonwood Grove Winery - 8 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pat’s Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Giovanni's Gourmet Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪King Ferry Corner Store - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪New Dragon Chinese Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch located?

Located in Sheldrake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Sheldrake Point Winery and Cayuga Lake. WeBeTilin' Studios is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay here for the second time. The tranquility and comfort of all amenities was so nice! Thank you so very much for opening your home to us again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eitan L.

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

Beautiful cottage in quiet secluded area in nature

Wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2021
Thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cute cottage out in the country. It is quiet because of it's location. The host was very gracious and responsive. Check in process was easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay in a great cottage with lovely owner! Beyond clean and supplied with everything we wanted. Only hitch was that vrbo did not give us the code to enter the cottage but a friend helped us get in.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Cute cottage

Wonderful area, close to Cayuga Lake and lakeside restaurants.Well equipped kitchen and air conditioning! (Which we hardly used)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith L.

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

Finger Lakes Get Away

This is a nice cottage off the busy routes and just walking distance to Cayuga Lake and Sheldrake Winery. It provided simple and quiet accommodations that allowed use to access both Cayuga and Seneca Lake State Parks and Wineries. We enjoyed evening dinner outside on the deck and breakfast on the side porch listening and watching the birds.
View from Sampson State Park
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joleen C.

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

Quaint cottage

Enjoyed the property very much
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Q.

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

Lake cottage

Cottage is quaint but has all the amenities. Close to wineries, the lakes, restaurants. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

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

Great Getaway

Sweetgrass Cottage was a great escape for us. Clean and comfortable it was in the perfect location for us to explore both Cayuga and Seneca Lake wine trails. Close to some very nice hikes we enjoyed our country getaway in the Finger Lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cottage with everything you could want. Walking distance to Sheldrake winery and the lake, close to other Cayuga wineries. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John D.

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

Nice Property

Property was as advertised. Layout and cleanliness was very good. Location was quiet area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara i.

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

Lovely property

Cozy and comfy mountain house close to everything. A great deal!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

July-August stay

We enjoyed all that Cayuga Lake offers. The house is very comfortable for 2/4 adults. It is very clean, AC was great on very warm days. Fire ring was fun in the evening
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

October

Good place to stay, close to wineries and areas to walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Wonderful place in a convenient location

We thoroughly enjoyed this place as our home base for exploring the Finger Lakes area. It's about 30 minutes to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and Seneca Falls and is just up a hill from Cayuga Lake. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Quiet location was perfect for our stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina F.

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

Beautiful serene cottage

This is an excellent place to spend a week, close enough to the lake and all the naturally beautiful places Seneca County has to offer! We spent one day at Taughannock State park and one at Lodi State park, both a short drive and spent the rest of the time at Sheldrake point. The cottage itself is gorgeous, rustic and stylish. Wonderful stay, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen S.

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

2024 4th

Quaint, quite everything we needed for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Finger Lakes Weekend

We loved the property and the location, especially the deck. Our only comment would be to have a can of Raid for ants because we had a lot of ants in the downstairs bathroom. We would definitely recommend this cottage to others and hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Sweet grass vacation

The cottage was perfect for our trip to enjoy the finger lakes region because it was centrally located. Roxanne is a terrific host, easily accessible to answer questions about the area. We enjoyed the fire pit and many nights star gazing. We would highly recommend the cottage and hope to travel to New York again and stay at Sweetgrass! Kim and Tom
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

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

Country Living near wineries and restaurants

This sweet cottage comes with everything you need and has many thoughtful, cozy touches. We enjoyed sitting on the covered porch and being in the country yet so close to wineries. The nearby farm stand had the best peaches and vegetables. The country road was quiet and we had a peaceful stay. We will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice G.

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

A sweet cottage

Everything was as described. A simple, charming, tastefully decorated cottage. We enjoyed the fire pit outside which enabled us to spend an evening with friends while observing social distancing. Nice short walk to Cayuga Lake at Sheldrake point.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2021
Thank you so much! Please come again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lars J.

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

Very good location; nice amount of space

Location to wineries and other attractions was convenient. Amount of interior space was sufficient for 2 people. Very comfortable bed. Picture of front of cottage is deceptive. Very small area in front and no space in the back or sides. Quite close to the road but not very much traffic. Property has morning sun but shady in afternoon
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very charming and quaint cottage that accommodated four 70 year olds very comfortably. The house provided us with everything we needed for our week-long stay. The location was perfect for venturing out to explore the Finger Lakes region. Seneca Falls on the northern tip of Cayuga - 30 minute drive; Ithaca on the southern tip - 30 minute drive. Watkins Glen at the southern tip of Seneca - 30 minute drive and Geneva on the northern tip of Seneca -30 minute drive. We particularly enjoyed the open front porch, with its very comfortable furniture, for our morning coffee - we could very much “ease into the day” - every day! Roxanne went out of her way to make us very welcome - the fresh flowers were a vey nice and appreciated touch! Having just retired from a long teaching career, this was the perfect setting to unwind and start a new chapter.
View of Cayuga from just in front of the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora T.

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

Relaxing escape

Roxanne's cottage was homey and adorable - the location was great - away from noise and light pollution, but with our rental car still a prime location for exploring multiple areas - seneca lake, cayuga, geneva, ithaca, and watkins glen. Roxanne's booklet and welcome information was accurate and descriptive - made it very easy to find everything we needed for grilling, etc. The only thing to note (which is in the description) is that the house uses well water, so we had to be very conscious of our shower lengths and had to use bottled water (provided) for cooking and drinking.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2021
Thank you Nora! It was great having you! Thank you for being conscious of our country water situation. We find all our guests are environmentally conscious!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

So Far So Good

Thus far the experience has been great. The cottage is quaint, cozy, clean and has a kitchen that carries most of what is needed. Very quiet and a great getaway if you are looking just to slow down the pace. Downstairs bed is very comfortable. TV in living room is equipped with all the apps. The grocery store in Ovid is very meh but it is close; however, there are Wegmans stores in nearby Geneva and Auburn and they are PHENOMENAL (on par with or exceeding Heinen's in Ohio or Publix in Florida). Not alot of sit down food options nearby; again, you may need to travel to Geneva, Trumansburg, Ithaca, Watkins Glen etc for more dine-in options. Make sure to check out the Samich shop in Ovid on 96 across from the gas station. Phenomenal meat ball subs and lunch fare. Overall, I would rate this 5/5 thus far.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Roxanne Gupta and Celeste Poormon

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Roxanne Kamayani Gupta, PhD is a retired professor of anthropology and religious studies, Indian classical dancer, yoga instructor, vegetarian gourmet cook, organic gardener, natural health advocate, environmental activist and grandmother of two amazing boys. She is also the founder of Surya Namaskar for World Peace (www.suryanamaskarforworldpeace.org). Roxanne was born and raised in the Finger Lakes and returns here from all her world travels. She is happy to welcome you to Sweetgrass Cottage and to answer your questions regarding the local history, sites, and attractions.

Why they chose this property

Sweetgrass Cottage offers a beautiful and convenient location, a cozy, spotlessly maintained, tastefully and creatively decorated comfortable stay on the famous Cayuga Wine Trail of the Finger Lakes. Take a scenic 5-8 minute walk to Cayuga Lake and the renowned Sheldrake Point Winery, or visit Myers Distillery only a 5 minute drive North on Rte 89. Choose a car or bike ride through our back roads and you are in Amish Country. Located on a lightly traveled road off designated scenic Highway Rte 89, you'll find ours a central location for visiting the many other local sites: all the wine, beer, distillery, cheese and art trails; historical venues; and the gorges, hiking trails and waterfalls of Ithaca and Watkins Glen. We are also convenient to Cornell University, Ithaca College, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, the Seneca Falls Women's Rights Museum, and Corning Glass. Enjoy the excitement, beauty and restfulness of the Finger Lakes in equal measure from our fully furnished private cottage.

What makes this property unique

Sweetgrass Cottage a spacious driveway with room to park your boat. A 3 minute drive down the road brings you to the local free boat launch.

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