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Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake

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Interior
A covered porch with a ceiling fan, white wicker furniture, and a blue sofa with floral cushions.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with boats docked on the left and a distant shoreline.
A two-story blue house with a front porch, a gravel driveway, and a large tree in front.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a wooden table, chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Finger Lakes
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Auburn, NY
  • Place, Owasco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerson Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake

The view of Owasco Lake from the Lake-house Retreat is spectacular! The cupola offers a unique perspective and view of the lake as well. Built in the 1800's, this house is set back on a large lawn across the street from the lake. The French doors of the main entrance open to a spacious front porch overlooking the lake. The charming and comfortable lake home offers many areas for relaxation as well as large and spacious living quarters.
Upon entering the house there is a downstairs bedroom to the left. This bedroom has a twin bed and a full size bed. The kitchen is beautiful with intricate stained glass inlays in the wooden cupboards. The kitchen is fully equipped. The dining room has a gorgeous crystal chandelier and has a full sized dining table for 10, with matching cabinet and china. There is a half bath downstairs. The living room includes Roku television. There are two comfortable leather couches for your relaxation. This room opens up into the billiard room, for your enjoyment. The house also has wifi access. All bedrooms have ceiling fans. Window a/c units are provided in the bedrooms. There are also some electric fans available.
The second floor master bedroom has a king size bed, with a couch and great view of the lake. Off the master bedroom is the spacious master bathroom which has a jacuzzi tub. The remaining bedrooms on the second floor include a full size bed, two queen size beds and a day bed with trundle. There is a half bath as well on the second floor. Above the second floor is an awesome cupola which is perfect for reading or relaxing. We rent weekly during the busy summer months, Saturday to Saturday usually. Weekend rentals are available outside of the summer season.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
1 to 2 well behaved dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 729844
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Auburn

Auburn is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Skaneateles Lake and Cayuga Lake. Ready for a night out? Consider Auburn Public Theater - Main Stage and Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards.
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Auburn, NY

What's nearby

  • Owasco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Finger Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Emerson Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Syracuse University - 43 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Cornell University - 49 min drive - 69.3 km

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪O'Tooles - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Simple Roast Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lewis Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪vfw - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake?

As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake on Sep 29, 2026 start from $753, 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 Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake located?

Situated in Auburn, this vacation home is steps from Finger Lakes and Owasco Lake. Emerson Park and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious, and clean Victorian home. Perfect for families. Boat access directly across the street. Spacious front porch to watch the early morning sunriseand take in the calming lake views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very large, beautiful Victorian home with a large yard and plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Appreciated the large kitchen, the dining room with plenty of seating, and the laundry room. The front porch overlooking the lake was our favorite spot in the mornings for coffee. We used both kayaks and the canoe. Our dogs were very comfortable as well. Close to shopping but far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet. Watkins Glen State Park Gorge is 1.5 hours away and worth the trip. We visited 2 wineries and had a blast. Next time we will book a winery tour. The owners are organized and check in and check out were simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, spacious, in a great location and had lots of amenities. We really enjoyed relaxing on the front porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just finished our family vacation here. We loved the house and all of the room we had for our large family. The back yard is beautiful…we saw deer more than once and the dog loved playing out there. The canoe and kayaks were appreciated for evening outings. Everyone enjoyed many hours enjoying the lake waters. Think our favorite was the front porch; spent lots of time just enjoying each others company and the views. Kitchen is well equipped as well. Didn’t play any pool but the table was used to do a puzzle. Lots of places to shop and dine within 15 minutes. Really loved the Finger Lakes area and hope to return again…just beautiful. Oh, and if you are into wineries there are so many to visit…enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Access to 2 kayaks and a canoe was a terrific benefit. It was extremely easy to get in and out of the boats and use them. Even our 90 year old mother was able to get in and canoe on the lake.We needed clarification regarding how many bathrooms/showers there were in the house as the listing was unclear to us, however, when we got our answers from the owner quickly and there were plenty of bathrooms for our needs. There is a bath/shower downstairs, a bath/shower upstairs and bath/tub upstairs next to the master bedroom. We LOVED the arrangement of the bath next to the master bedroom since it allowed access directly into the bathroom from either bedroom or hallway, making it much easier to share than having one access through the bedroom. By the way, that bathroom was HUGE! It had 2 sinks and it was quite spacious.We were grateful for AC units in each bedroom so individuals could control the temp in their own space. Kitchen was well equipped. Our stay at the house was very comfortable and we were glad we chose it for this family gathering.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grounds and house were lovely The residence was close to points of interest and everyone was pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this property for our sons wedding. Everything was great with the property. Canoes, kyacks and a pool table were a plus. They even had beach towels for your use
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely lakehouse

We had a lovely time. The house fit 10 easily and we all enjoyed the property, beautiful lake and surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifull.and big house. The view of the lake is spectacular. Very quiet neighborhood. The house has a large front porch We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for our family

Overall a great stay for our large extended family. Roomy and really enjoyed the pool table on the main floor.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for summer family gathering

The house was large, charming, well kept and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in on Saturday afternoon was very simple. The kitchen was well equipped, and we loved the outdoor gas grill. The windows at the back of the house need shades, because the sun really heated the house in the afternoons. And the lake was cool and clean- lovely for swimming and kayaking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for family vacations!

Our family had a great time at this amazing vacation rental. Easy lake access just across the road, gorgeous wide front porch and a stunning foyer with a sweeping staircase are just some of the offerings of this place. It was the perfect location to unwind and enjoy quality family time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Lakehouse

The Owasco Lakehouse was exactly as advertised. It was a clean, spacious, beautiful home that accommodated our family of 11 very well. The kitchen was well stocked as were the towels and linens. Loved sitting out on the large front porch overlooking the lake. The owners were helpful and flexible. We would be happy to stay here again if it works out in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Family Getaway!

This house is ideal for appealing to multi generations! It accommodated our large family perfectly. The outdoor porch was fantastic for family chats. The large dining room was perfect for family meals and the games provided brought everyone together!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Very accurate description of the property on VRBO. Beautifully restored home with plenty of room for our large family gathering. The kids especially enjoyed the large backyard area and the short walk to the lake. Host was extremely accommodating and quick to respond to any inquiries. Would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and great view of the lake

After the rain cleared, waking up to see the sun shining off the lake was great. House was perfect for the 10 of us. Commute to SU for commencement events was easy and far better than staying in Syracuse. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our First Family Vacation at the Lake

We found the property to be the right fit for our family and provided everything we needed for our vacation stay. The hosts met us on the first day and were very friendly and inviting. We were able to visit some of the other lakes as well as enjoying Owasco Lake. We look forward to returning to the area in the future and enjoying the Lake life
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Stay

Spacious and comfortable for family activities. Well furnished. Needs plumbing and water repair work. Owners pretty responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warm and welcoming and cozy!

We had a wonderful stay! We had everything we needed including a gas grill to make our burgers and hot dogs for Memorial Day weekend. The kitchen was fully stocked. We enjoyed staying in this older, but well maintained home. The view from the front porch was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

Beautiful well kept vintage home, Gorgeous lake view. Fully equipped with everything we needed for a family of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend wedding getaway

Host was very accommodating and informative about how everything worked. It was a beautiful home with a fabulous view of the lake. The pool table was super fun to have. The hot tub advertised was actually a tub with jets in the master bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family, Food, Fellowship, Fun.

This was an amazing opportunity for a family gathering from NC, SC, and NY. The home was perfect, and I do mean perfect. There was room enough for all, with several areas to just "chillax". The hosts were super communicative and attentive to every detail. My family will return in 2024!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very unique historic house

It's such a cool old house! The only reason I didn't give this property a 5 rating is because it is in need of some maintenance (mostly cosmetic) and only two bedrooms have A/C ... a couple nights were hot! (in June).
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable Opulence

This was a lovely stay. The home is opulent and comfortable, which is a rare balance. We lacked for nothing, as the owners provided everything we could need, and things we were delighted to find! There are many cozy nooks to enjoy the view of the lake and just steal away to relax. Our family of 6 had room to spread out and also plenty of space to all gather. The dock, the two kayaks and the canoe provided hours of enjoyment for our water-loving family. The yard is fantastic, the porch is a sweet haven, and the billiard table was perfect for late night competition! We were absolutely delighted with our stay and hope to return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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