Located in LaFayette, this lodge is in a rural area and near theme parks. Onondaga County War Memorial and Armory Square are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Community Folk Art Center and E.M. Mills Rose Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Clinton Square, or check out an event or a game at JMA Wireless Dome. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
SUNY Upstate Medical University - 20 min drive - 23.4 km
JMA Wireless Dome - 20 min drive - 23.8 km
Getting around
Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 19 min drive
Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Firekeepers - 9 min drive
Nice N Easy - 3 min drive
Burger King - 8 min drive
About this property
Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens
You will find on our 23 acre homestead farm our beautiful lodge-themed private guest-house. Relax in the indoor jetted tub or the outdoor shared nine-person hot tub, year around. Enjoy the sounds of nature & experience the truly-amazing, gorgeous, & breathtaking views with a rustic country charm that includes waterfalls, walking/hiking trails, chickens & fish you can feed, a pond with boats, an apiary, streams, gardens, fields, woods, & much more nature. We look forward to you staying with us.
Enjoy the country life conveniently a few minutes to US Rt 81 and a 10-15 minute ride to downtown Syracuse. You can be in the big city in no time and partake in all that it has to offer. When you book with us, you have the entire place to yourselves. Park in the front of The Lodge and go around the back right of the building to your own private entrance at the back of the house.
The den includes an armchair, sofa couch, printer, and desk with books and games, to use at your leisure. Sit on the couch or pull it out to sleep on it in front of the electric fireplace and smart TV with included services.
From the entry room you will go up the stairs (can be steep for some) to the second story open floor plan with enough seating for over 17 people. The kitchen is stocked with cooking essentials for your use. In the living room you will find a leather couch that can sleep one, if needed. The views are amazing!
A porta-crib and highchair can be provided upon request.
The private Master Suite has a jetted bathtub, King sized bed, electric space heating fireplace, and smart TV with services.
Going up the spiral staircase (some find this a tight fit) to the open loft, that overlooks the lower level, and sleeps up to five on two queen beds and one single luxury air mattress. The loft also includes a smart TV with services.
We have 30-70 chickens and multiple roosters to protect the flock. Please don't chase or pick up any of the chickens, especially the roosters! Some can be friendly, some are not. They like to start their day early so we provide ear plugs and eye masks if you would like to not be woken up early.
The nine-person shared hot tub is located behind the main house garage. Go under the breezeway between the two houses. Let us know if you would like to use it and we will open it for you and close our house shades for privacy.
You will find our friendly free range chickens strolling the property as well as deer, turkey, rabbits, squirrels, chipmunks, many types of birds, and other wildlife. Our quaint pond is ready for you to ice skate, swim, and fish, depending on weather and the season - please ask. Feel free to play corn hole, horseshoes, or Frisbee in the back yard, all games are included in your stay. Have a fire in the fire-pit, cook on the grill provided. Play on the playground and jump on the trampoline. Walk or hike the property on our nine groomed trails - please stay on the trail paths. Don't miss a hike to the waterfalls! The regional snowmobile trail runs through our back yard. For an additional fee, we offer honeybee hive tours and can arrange shooting on our private range, with a certified firearms instructor.
FYI: The Camper is our other rental on the property that you or others in your party might be interested in staying at, if it is available.
NOTE: We are VERY STRICT on no visitors/pets/parties/events/meetings without prior approval! ONLY the number of guests that are booked are allowed on the property. Also, NO smoking of ANY kind is allowed in the camper or near doors or windows! By booking with us, you agree that we reserve the right to charge fees/repair costs associated with you not following the house rules. A $500 flat fee plus $25 per pet/person fee will be assessed, if you are found breaking these rules.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Careful of kids in loft.
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Events
No events allowed
Prior approval may be granted.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside and NO buts on the ground.
Only those booked are allowed. NO pets, parties, events, or meetings! If broken, a $500 flat fee will be assessed plus $25 per extra person/pet.
We do not allow ANY smoking inside of the lodge or ANY illegal drugs/Cannabis on the property! If broken, fines and charges will be imposed.
Please take off your shoes, only flush toilet paper, only eat in the kitchen/dining area, dispose of open food/drinks before leaving.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1302352vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Prior approval may be granted.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens?
As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens on 19 Oct, 2026 start from S$264, 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 Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Jamesville Beach Park, Syracuse University and Rand Track Park. Webster Pond and Pratt's Falls County Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Country Lodge: Hot Tub, Waterfalls, Pond, Hiking, Amazing Views, & Chickens Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a great place to stay for families. So much right on the property- hiking, open spaces, awesome views, farm animals, fish pond, trampoline, games. well appointed kitchen for us to prepare a holiday dinner. We will definitely consider staying again.
What a wonderful and cozy spot! Quiet, calm, and super comfy. Great view, comfy bed, and well appointed kitchen. I wish we had time to explore the property! Highly recommend!
Everything was perfect! We loved the “Mallory Homestead Manual”, not only did it break down the rules of the house, but also listed things to do and places to go! The roosters weren’t a bother in the early mornings :). An all around great stay!
Beautiful property, lots of area to walk around, small trails too. Even a little fairy trail. And an absolutely gorgeous view! The Lodge is very neat and really clean. This is our second stay here and hoping to come back next year. And we do love the chickens wandering around the property :)
We were looking for a clean and restful place for a mini vacation and this place fit the bill. Enjoyed the view, the walk to the waterfalls and the jacuzzi. Needed help to start the pellet stove and the owner came right over and we stayed warm and toasty.
We stayed for a graduation from the University, it was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the quiet during a very hectic weekend. The owners have thought of just about everything you could want to do during a country weekend!
We stayed there with my adult children. We all travel frequently for work yet none of us had every stayed in a more inviting and beautiful home as the Country Lodge. It was large enough for us all to have privacy, to have space for cooking, playing games, working out, reading and knitting in front of the fireplace. We also enjoyed walking in their woods to the waterfall in the early evening as the snow gently fell. Then coming home to the warm inviting space the hosts provided us. Our mission was to see the waterfalls in the state parks of the area. they were amazing. Definitely worth the trip, and the peaceful snowy trek up and down mountain paths. An inspiring way to start the new year. We all arrived at different times from different location and the proximity to the Syracuse airport (20 minutes) was extremely helpful. We look forward to returning and thank the hosts for all their courtesy and attention to detail for us to have a memorable time together (We also thank them for the fresh eggs and honey, produced on their land.)
This place was beautiful. It was out of town so it didn’t feel like we were cramped in the city but only 20 minutes from all the food and shopping. We live in the country so it felt like home away from home. Unfortunately my whole family got sick day 2 there so we didn’t get to enjoy the trails.
A very nice lodge on a large property. Probably 1000 feet back from the road it is private and quiet. The owners raise free range chickens that will run happily to you if you decide to feed them. There are fresh eggs in your rental and honey from their bees.
All I can say is WOW!!! Took our 2 grandkids upstate for a 3 day get away before school starts. We all loved it!!! Beautiful inside & outside!Beautiful inside &
Absolutely beautiful location. Matt and Kristy were great. The view was spectacular, the jacuzzi and bed were great. Everything about my stay couldn't have been better. There was plenty of space for many people. Great place to relax. Kristy and Matt were very helpful with finding food in the area and left all kinds of thoughtful touches. I hope I can stay here again in the future!!
The lodge is well furnished and well stocked. It is beautiful and the grounds are beautiful. It is very peaceful here. A wonderful escape from the city life. And, it's still close to major shopping outlets and towns. The hosts are generous, welcoming you with fresh eggs. They respond immediately to all your questions/needs. I highly recommend you stay here
It was a nice getaway for a couple. The property owners responded quickly when we did need to reached out to them with questions.
My only concern was walking from the parking to the door as you have to walk around to the back of the building, over the yard, and was very muddy while we were there. That being said, we would still consider going back.
The lodge was quaint and cozy, the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. It was clean and had everything you could possibly need for a short vacation, including a jacuzzi tub! The surrounding property was gorgeous with several fun and short hikes that we partook in to get out and enjoy the nature. Matt and Kristy were great hosts and helped with anything we needed, including purchasing more free-range eggs! There is also a supermarket just 10 minutes down the road so there is plenty of easy access to food. If you stay here, I would recommend bringing your own pillows, though that is a personal preference, of course. Thank you for such a wonderful stay :)
My flight was delayed and I had a change in plans so I was only able to enjoy this property for 1 night but I would be happy to return. It was exceptionally clean throughout and well furnished. The view from the main living area is so peaceful and lush. I enjoyed the tub in the main bedroom after a long day. The central air worked well which is a bit unique in upstate NY where most rentals only have a window unit or no AC. I have no complaints and would recommend. This is clearly a well cared for property.
There is absolutely nothing negative I can say.From the time I booked to the time I left this was the best experience I've had yet. Constant quick contact if needed. Cleanliness the best .They had extra stock if you forgot anything like toothbrush, (I DID) toothpaste,razors...... A Keurig with coffee pods,tea, creamer and FRESH honey. Hiking trails ,pond ,creek..... I needed this place because it was close to my daughter's wedding venue and all the running back and forth it was necessary to be super close.
Dawn N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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