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Sunset Retreat Cottage
Trundle Bed in Entryway
Highlights include seating for 6, a Keurig coffee machine with provided pods, a dishwasher, complimentary pure spring water dispenser, a microwave, a toaster oven, and plenty of various baking dishes, utensils, and spices.
This property is equipped with cellular service, 100mb+ high speed internet/Wi-Fi, and YouTube TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Aurora, NY
  • Place, King Ferry Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Point Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly!

Welcome to "Sunset Retreat!” A quaint 2 bedroom, 2 bath lakefront getaway with a bonus bunkhouse located on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake in the heart of the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York State. This property features a main house with a fully stocked kitchen complete with a dishwasher, a dining area and a sitting area with lake views, one full bathroom with a washer/dryer, and one bedroom with a queen bed. Additionally, there is a bonus bunkhouse a few steps away from the main house with multiple beds and a TV. Between the buildings there is off-street parking for 3 vehicles and a 4 person hot tub available for year round use. Across the quiet street there is a wonderful grassy yard area, a lakeside deck with a grill, table/chairs and an oversized dock area. Cast a line off the dock for some great fishing, float peacefully in an inflatable tube (we have 2 available for rental!), or enjoy a paddle around the lake in the 2 kayaks provided for use.

Pillows, sheets, towels, and other linens are provided for your convenience. Heating and air conditioning are provided throughout for comfort in all seasons. This property is equipped with cellular service, 500mbps+ high speed internet & Wi-Fi, and a Youtube TV. Strictly no smoking. Pets are allowed with an additional $200 pet fee which covers up to 2 pets. Please say yes to the pet option when making the reservation so you are charged correctly. Due to high demand, there is a strict no refund policy on any bookings that include a local event or holiday weekend.



*OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

This property is located about 2 miles in on a private road; bring what you need to feel settled! There is a grocery store in Union Springs, Auburn and Ithaca. There are a couple local convenience stores around Aurora.



The shoreline and lake floor is rocky/slippery. We recommend bringing/wearing water shoes for safety.



Please note that the advertised nightly rate is based on a total of up to 4 guests. While we welcome up to 6 guests at this property, additional fees will apply beyond the count of 4. Please input an accurate guest count when booking to ensure proper pricing. As always, please reach out to us with any questions or concerns.



Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter rentals available.



Looking for more? We have 3 other properties located on the same road: “Sunset Paradise”, “Sunset Oasis” and “Sunset Haven”. Renting multiple is a great option for big groups! Contact us for more information.



At this property you are approximately 20mins from Aurora and 45 mins to Ithaca. The surrounding area offers numerous experiences to enjoy. Here are some of our favorites:

*Visit The Spa at the Inns of Aurora

*Enjoy at meal at Dugans Country Grill

*Tour the famous MacKenzie-Childs estate & world famous pottery

*Hike at nearby Long Point State Park

*Wine tasting on the Cayuga Wine trail

*Tour the historic Wells College

*Wells College Golf Course

*Shop in historic Aurora

*Have a fantastic meal at the Aurora Inn

*Encourage exploration at the Sciencenter in Ithaca, NY

*Birdwatch eagles, osprey, and a variety of ducks

*Greek Peak Mountain Resort

*Enjoy a meal at Aurora Brewery



Come prepared to enjoy every day. Get up early to see the change in the color of the hills across the lake as the sun rises or watch an afternoon storm roll down the lake leaving the air clean and fresh. Enjoy the lake breeze and the sound of waves lapping against the dock. Fish off the end of the dock in one of the best fishing spots on the lake or enjoy a paddle around the lake in a kayak. Be amazed at the spectacular sunset at the end of the day. Roast marshmallows around the firepit.



There is plenty to see and do! Whatever you choose, we are sure that you will have a fabulous time at “Sunset Retreat”!
We expect guests to respect our home as if it was their own. We also require that the house is left in the condition it was when you arrived.

$200 pet fee covers up to two pets. If you have more, please let us know before reserving.

Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Additionally, you will be asked to choose between a damage deposit or a damage waiver. Pet damage is not covered by this policy. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Seneca Lake. 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 Dutch Harvest Farm. With kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Aurora, NY

What's nearby

  • King Ferry Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Long Point Winery - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • King Ferry Winery - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Wells College - 10 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Ferry Corner Store - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪NY Quick Shop - ‬74 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪O'Malley's - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪Sheldrake Point Winery - ‬72 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly!?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly! on May 24, 2026 start from $352, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Retreat Cayuga Cottage w/ hot tub - Cayuga Lake- Panoramic views & Yard. Pet Friendly! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is steps from Cayuga Lake, and within 3 mi (5 km) of King Ferry Golf Course and Bright Leaf Vineyard. Long Point Winery is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Very clean and amazing hospitality. They’ve thought of every detail. The drive to the house is definitely an adventure-I would try to arrive during daylight hours to get the hang of navigating it the first time. The sunset view and peaceful quiet were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and very clean. I will want to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

aslam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great View. Very peaceful this is truly one of kind place. I will be back in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful hosts, terrific location, beautiful facilities, nice neighbors.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great stay, great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect. Such a peaceful and quiet area. The cottage was beautiful and the hosts literally thought about everything. They have everything you need and more. Would highly recommend and will definitely come back if we visit this region again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was perfect for the 4 of us. Well appointed. The hosts were wonderful. We were going to rent 2 extra kayaks but they generously dropped off 2 extra. Very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Kimberly

We had a wonderful stay. The hosts were very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cozy cottage with everything we needed for our stay at the house and within a few steps was the magnificent Cayuga Lake. Honoco Rd is a slow drive, but if you venture out, the state park is close by and it’s just a short drive into the charming town of Aurora.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. It is a long 10-mph drive on the mostly one-lane road into the property, but it's worth it! Nice and quiet, good neighbors and a beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an enjoyable stay at Sunset retreat. The home had fantastic amenities and we were not in need of anything extra: the kitchen was stocked, games, and more. The views of the lake are amazing both from inside the house and the outdoor areas. Thank you for a special location to enjoy time away with friends! The sun sets magically on this side of the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josette R.

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

Awesome weekend

Great weekend loved everything about this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Gorgeous view of the lake and sunsets!

Ours was a short stay and was very relaxing and peaceful. Place as described.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot, super clean, and very relaxing. The owners were very friendly and accommodating to all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia P.

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

beautiful property!!

We had the best time staying at the sunset retreat!! Everything was so clean and the hosts were so kind and accommodating! Definitely hoping to come back soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Charming Cabin, Rough Road

We had a great stay! The cabin was super cute, cozy, and well-stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable visit. It had a charming vibe and made for a relaxing getaway. The only downside was that the water cooler needed a good cleaning, and the road leading to the cabin was long and a bit rough. But overall, it was a lovely spot and we really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Sunset Cottage Getaway

We loved our stay at Sunset Cottage. Beautiful views of the lake. The house was well stocked and clean. We enjoyed the hot tub looking out at the lake. Great location for wine tastings if you don't mind a bit of a drive other than the 3 fairly close by. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space is very inviting as were the hosts. They left a lively bottle of local wine. The cottage was Spaceous and we loved the guest house for the kids. Bringing our dog was a huge bonus as well. We loved the hosts. They were very kind and accommodating. We were traveling far and were arriving early and this was welcomed. I woke for every sunrise and watched each sunset, even in the off season it was peacefull and stunning. The property had many perks, hot tub, grill, fire pit and more. There is a place to order spirits, food and grocery for delivery as well. Now for our short list of downfalls. 1) The very slow and long drive down the private road to arrive to the cottage. 2)The property said pet friendly, we did not know that meant we paid an additional fee. We just thought there would be a small refundable deposit if anything. 3)The cleaning fee. We went to sign the book with a kind fairwell and decided to peek at the checkout section. While we didnt plan to leave a mess, we didnt plan to have to do so much clean up either. Typically you either do the clean up yourself with no cleaning fee or pay the fee and dont worry about anything except stripping beds and dirty dishes near sink or loaded in the dishwasher. Between the cleaning and pet fee it was an extra 350 atleast for our trip. Dont let this steer you away from staying at this lovely space!! Just ask all the questions before and be clear.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy S. S.

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

Girls trip

Prefect little cottage , gorgeous sunsets , hot tub, they thought of everything . Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdul Satar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was right on the lake, very private and quiet. They had everything we needed to make this a nice and memorable trip. We made some great memories. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Fantastic and relaxing

Stayed over Christmas with our dogs and my MiL. Was a perfect holiday. Very quiet and scenic. The house and bunk house were clean and the perfect size for us. We found everything we needed to cook the holiday meals in terms of pots and pans ans serving dishes. The hot tub was a treat as well.100% going to try to come back in warmer weather
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul & Bette M.

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

Awesome week!

Very unique area directly on Cayuga Lake with spectacular sunsets. Paul & Debbie do a great job assuring everything is just right
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo-E L.

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

Beautiful lake front property as advertised

We were overnight guests arriving after a long road Trip. check in was easy, the house was ready. The view is all over! from the dock, sitting area or hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kandice R.

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

Sunset Retreat

This beautiful cottage, on Cayuga Lake, was the perfect relaxing getaway we had hoped for. All the comforts of home were provided. The scenery is beautiful. We enjoyed sitting lakeside, either on the deck or by the fire pit. The well provisioned firewood stack was much appreciated! Sunset Retreat is in our plans for a turn visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Perfect

I absolutely enjoyed our stay at the retreat!! My father is mobility impaired and this made for such a flawless weekend!! Easy in and out!! Easy to enjoy the view from all areas of the house as well as the outdoor areas!!! We will return!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Debbie Caforio

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We are a fun loving couple from Owego, NY and we love being hosts! This is our fourth property on Honoco Road and we can't wait to have you join us!

Why they chose this property

The serene calmness of listening to the sounds of the waves on a private lake road while drinking coffee in the hot tub on a brisk morning is our favorite part

What makes this property unique

This property is a beautiful piece of heaven. An amazing yard is the bonus!

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