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Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake

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A deck with outdoor furniture, a table, and a chair, overlooking a lake and forested hills.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a table with a checkered tablecloth and a vase with a sunflower.
A cozy cabin interior with a plaid sofa, a wooden table, and a window with curtains.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and wooden cabinets.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Situated along the water, this 3-bedroom cabin accommodates 7 guests and features 2 bathrooms. Enjoy lake views from the patio, balcony, and deck. Engage in nearby windsurfing, sailing, and birdwatching. The property provides access to nearby golf and nearby skiing. It is pet-friendly and located near Skaneateles Lake and Bear Swamp State Forest.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Skaneateles Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Homer, NY
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake

A family setting. Enjoy morning coffee and evening barbecues on deck overlooking the lake! Historic railcar built in 1936 by Budd and located on Skaneateles in 1976 has been completely refurbished-including charming oak and cherry interior cut and planked in the property. Property features large 20' X 40' dock on 198' of private lakefront. Pebbled beach at lakefront allows for easy wading into the lake. Many upgrades completed in 2018. Enjoy time in the most unique rental property that Skaneateles has to offer!

Keywords: Railcar, Skaneateles, rental, lake, fishing, boating, family, cabin, house
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 166878vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Map
Homer, NY

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Finger Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Syracuse University - 50 min drive - 65.7 km
  • Cornell University - 51 min drive - 64.0 km
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 53 min drive - 67.3 km

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glen Haven Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Loft - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Colonial Lodge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Heuga’s Alpine - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Grammie's Pantry - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake?

As of 3 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake on 6 Jan 2027 start from £526, 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 at Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Surprisingly spacious Historic Railcar on Beautiful Skaneateles Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Finger Lakes and Skaneateles Lake. Niles Town Hall and Bahar Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ian DeSouza

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We are local residents with a property further up the lake. My children have all grown up on and around the lake, and regard it as a special place. The railcar was our lake cottage for the better part of ten years, and very much a part of us now.

Why they chose this property

Its unique and rustic. Comfortable for a longer stay, we have had visitors who lived there for six months and loved it, and easy for a short one or two night novelty stay at the end or beginning of a longer holiday elsewhere. Fishing, boating, swimming are fantastic in this notably pristine glacial lake; in fact, we drink from it untreated.

What makes this property unique

The views, sounds, ambiance around the property are soothing and lovely. Its a relaxing place, with most of the comforts of home out in the woods, by a lake....and what is there not to love about sleeping in an authentic railway carriage with history. A fire in the pit on the lawn outside the car just makes for the perfect way to unwind and end the day. The setting is rustic, after all it is a setting in the woods with many of the sounds and feel of a nature based setting that has included a nesting pair of Bald Eagles nearby, deer, foxes, different varieties of water fowl and the other creatures you would expect in such a setting.

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