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Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing!

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Spotted Sandpiper Lake House
Beach and additional docks. We have 6!
Property accessed by main staircase (approx. 50 steps) from parking level
Patio dining area
Living room and kitchen on upper floor

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 232800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Trumansburg, NY
  • Place, Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Americana Vineyards
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cayuga Nature Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 23)

Bunk House

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lake Cottage

1 King Bed

Lake House bunk room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Lake House downstairs king

1 King Bed

Lake House downstairs queen

1 Queen Bed

Lake House upstairs king bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Lake House - Upstairs queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Lake Cottage Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Lake House Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing!

The Lake House Complex includes the 2,200 square foot Lake House, the Lake Cottage (brand new May 2019) and Bunk House (brand new May 2019). Situated next to each other on our beach (400 feet of frontage!), they're a great way for large groups to spread out and enjoy a beautiful site on scenic Cayuga Lake.

***May through Labor Day and Columbus Day weekend, we rent the Lake House, Bunk House and Lake Cottage as a single unit because of their close proximity. In the off-season (excluding Columbus Day weekend), they can be rented separately. Please message us for the listings for the units individually.***

Relax with friends or family on the deck after a day on Cayuga Lake! Perfect for entertaining large groups! Enjoy a fire on the beach or swim from the adjacent beach.

Lake House: 2-floor, 2,200 sq. ft. house boasts 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Renovations over winter 2019 included a brand-new kitchen (including wine fridge!), new flooring, fresh paint, and hotel-quality bedding and towels!

Open-plan configuration with dining room, living room, and full kitchen on main (top) floor, along with a full bathroom and two bedrooms. (1 with a queen bed and 1 with king bed and a day bed w/pull out twin, sleeping 4.)

Lower floor has 3 bedrooms (king, queen and bunk beds), a full bathroom, and another area to relax. (One sofa has a full-size pull-out.)

Lake Cottage: 1 bedroom with spectacular lake views and a memory foam king bed. Full kitchen and bathroom, as well as a living room with air conditioning/heating, television, propane BBQ, outdoor furniture and fire pit. Gut renovation in spring 2019!

Bunk House: Includes 2 sets of bunk beds, air conditioning, and heating. (No separate bathroom in unit.)

The lake house is accessed down a flight of ~50 steps. Guests with limited mobility or who wish to drop off people and/or gear, can use our boat ramp that is adjacent to the Lake House Complex. Guests can be dropped on the beach and it is about 8 steps to the upper level of the Lake House. (The Lake Cottage is on one floor, 1 step above the beach.)

Spring, Summer and Fall guests: Lake house complex rental includes 1 electric boat hoist and a private dock. Additional docks with manual or electric hoists available for motor/sail boats at $200/boat/week.

Note: Fireplaces inside the units are not available for use. Electric heat provided.

Our property includes another house (Overlook Lodge) that sleeps 10, as well as 8 cabins and 2 yurts that each sleep between 4 and 6. This is the largest lakeside vacation rental property in the Ithaca area that can sleep 85 guests in 12 independent units! Ask about our discounts for renting multiple sites!

The Spotted Sandpiper is located in the woods with frontage on Cayuga Lake and bugs love the woods and water! They're savvy at finding their ways indoors. If the bugs are ever "bugging" you, we're always happy to help.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
These can be held with permission and guest limit.
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Pets

Pets allowed
We have a $50 fee per pet per visit.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside, but not inside.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: These can be held with permission and guest limit.
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Trumansburg

Located in Trumansburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Americana Vineyards and Lucas Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers. Consider Dutch Harvest Farm for a night out or EcoVillage at Ithaca if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Trumansburg, NY

What's nearby

  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Americana Vineyards - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lucas Vineyards - 7 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Cayuga Nature Center - 9 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 11 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trimmers Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪NY Quick Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Inn At Taughannock - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪O'Malley's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing!?

As of 16 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing! on 13 May, 2026 start from S$1,090, 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 Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Cayuga Lake House Complex for families, reunions, or just relaxing! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Trumansburg holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cayuga Lake, Taughannock Falls State Park and Americana Vineyards. Hillendale Golf Course and Cayuga Nature Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location right along the lake. You cant beat the views! Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

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

Great for large families

Our family had so much fun. There was a ton of kayaks, canoes, etc for everyone to use. The fishing there was also great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our visit was perfect for our family gathering! The greatest asset was the nice beach with a gradual walk into the water. It was nice for small children (wearing the life vests WE brought with us) to play beach side. There were plenty of kayaks and floats for all of us to utilize.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

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

Great Stay on Cayuga Lake

Great location on Cayuga lake - quiet and peaceful but also very convenient to Ithaca and local wineries. The lake house complex held 11 of us comfortably and is a great set up for families/groups
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

maureen h.

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

Family weekend

House worked well for our group of 12 adults an 5 kids. Owners were very attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Lake house

Wonderful place! Big, clean, kitchen well supplied. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wynnette D.

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

Fabulous Vacation

My three adult kids, 4 grandkids and friends and myself spent 10 nights and 9 days at this lakefront property. Fishing, jet skiing, splashing in the water, swimming in the lake, inside and outside games, reading on the dock or porch and campfires kept us entertained and thoroughly enjoying a very meaningful vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene S.

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

Family Reunion

The property hosted 19 of us very comfortably. It had all the accommodations you could ask for. Host Jordan and his father, Michael, are the nicest people to work with. Unique property - highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Idyllic spot on a swimmable and boatable lake!

The property was well appointed for our group of 19 adults, with an infant (there was a high chair!) There were enough kayaks and paddleboards with life jackets too, for our whole group to boat at once if they wanted! There was AC in all units - it was a very hot week, but we were comfortable. Kitchen was equipped for us to cook for 19 every night. Lots of hiking and waterfalls and other activities near by - grocery store just 10 minutes away. The owners were extremely responsive to our texts about what we needed and help came immediately (a wonderful guy! Sam is a gem.) Everyone was sad to go.
The grills, beach, and dock
Sun Views from the balcony off the main room in the Lake House
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ktoverton O.

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

Family time

My family (16 adults and teens) stayed for 3 nights at Sandpiper lakehouse. We rented the house, cottage nextdoor and bunk house. There were so many various sleeping spaces that everyone had their own. We really loved the private beach/dock area with kayaks and paddle boards. They just added a water mat to the dock when we arrived which made the kids even happier. The main draw for this rental was the lake access and space for 5 families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley O.

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

Family weekend

We had a great time on Cayuga Lake. The house was just the right size, and had everything we needed. Kate and Jordan were available and addressed anything we needed during our stay. Be aware there are a lot of stairs to get down to the house, but also a steep driveway that can be used to transport items up an down the hill, having 4-wheel drive was certainly a huge benefit to renting this house, because carrying everything up and down the stairs would have been difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Kate and Jordan were very helpful during our stay. Great place next to the water.

Jordan and Kate offer a friendly and inviting atmosphere. Everything we needed was included in the Lakehouse. The boat lift was a plus. They offered kayaks, firewood and a gazebo centrally located with paper towels, toilet tissue, trash bags drinks, that you could yet as needed. The welcome basket was a wonderful added touch. They gave their immediate attention to any problems we had and answered all of our questions. We had a wonderful time.

8/10 Good

Marina S.

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

Great location that beats everything else

Two bedrooms out of five are not livable: no windows, no air at all, very small space. Other three bedrooms are okay. Great deck overlooking the lake. Pier is nice but doesn’t have ladder to get into the water which could be the nice feature to have.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Great place for a college reunion

We were 13 Cornell alumnae visiting for our 40th reunion. The house is rustic but clean, lots of indoor and outdoor living spaces, comfortable beds, and a well-appointed kitchen. The owners were very responsive to a couple of issues we had. Being right on the lake was fantastic. Too cold for swimming, but kayaking was great. There are lots of stairs leading down to the lake house, but there is a boat ramp for an all-wheel drive car that is helpful for unpacking and packing your belongings. 25 minute drive to Cornell. Overall, a great place to spend a long weekend with friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Great spot and house

For context, we had a group of 12 stay in the area for a 40th birthday with a trip to Watkins Glen for the NASCAR race. The property is exactly as described. The house was well situated on the lake with two floors and three bedrooms on each floor. The living area was big on both floors and included all the amenities one needed in the kitchen. The cabin was great for one family to have to themselves as it had its own bathroom and kitchen and living room. The grills worked great and allowed us to cook some meals lakeside. The fire pit and chairs were nice to use each night after the sun went down. I didn’t realize they had folding tables and cornhole or I would have saved room in the truck and not brought mine! Check in was easy, with the owners communicating what to do ahead of time as well as leaving clear instructions for what to do if there was an issue and for checking out. I’d absolute recommend staying here for a big group. There was plenty of room for more than the 12 of us (we only used one bed in the four bed bunkhouse and I assigned queen and full beds to some of the single females). Importantly…the stairs leading down to the property are extremely sturdy. You may look at them at first and be worried but they were very well constructed. The walkway as a whole was well lit and made going back and forth between the parking spot and the house while unloading upon arrival very easy. Plenty to do within 30-35 minutes!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Tara G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
They were easy to communicate with and check in was a breeze!!Great spot for family reunion and lovely right at the lake!! We enjoyed using the kayaks and canoe on the lake. This place is set up for a group of 18 people nicely. Cleaning is not a virtue at this place. That was our main downfall.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn R.

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

Pleasant spot, a little dingy

Maybe what to expect with a lake house, but we felt there were some really easy opportunities to freshen things up and make the place seem cleaner, brighter, airier. But, at the same time it fit our needs and the properties were enjoyable for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Host were amazing

the host went above and beyond. They were quick to respond to any questions and were even thoughtful enough to bring my family a truck of wood for fires. Yes a truck of wood. Not a bundle. Entire family had a amazing time. Not only do they have kayaks at the house but a short trip down the beech there was plenty of other equipment to borrow as well. Cant say enough nice things about the host and the house. The cleaning staff was amazing as well!! We will be returning next summer. Kudos to host and staff...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn M.

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

Wonderful location and propety

This property is a paradise retreat. The owners were extremely attentive to our needs and supplied wood and water endlessly to keep us happy. Highly recommended fir a family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Simone H.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Really enjoyed the rental could use some minor upgrades , but overall enjoyed our experience. The rooms look smaller in person than online but the hosts were every attentive and quick to respond .Would recommend this to families gathering for the holidays or any festivities!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Janice Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not Exactly What We Expected

Great location with nice views of lake. Concerns: could use some updating and deep cleaning. Multiple concerns were addressed promptly by owner. Good house for very casual group.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle I.

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

Great place

The 3 houses worked out perfectly. Right on the water. Huge dock. Fire pit. Owner was readily available for any questions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Carrie S.

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

Great stay

The house is okay-not fancy and could be updated a bit. We had all ages and a big extended family gather here and we had a great time. We rented a pontoon and a speed boat and spent lots of time on the lake. Kate was easy to communicate with and answered all our questions. Lake Cayuga is a great spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Scott J.

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

Great location

Overall we really enjoyed our stay. The house is a little older and could use some updating but it is very private and in a great location right on the water. The hosts were very accommodating and the house is well stocked with supplies, yard games, boats, firewood, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

joey b.

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

Great accommodation for large groups

Trying to get away from NYC and find lakefront property in august planning a month out was quite challenging... this was a very lucky find for our group. There is a very nice view and setup around the lake, the house has all of the basic essentials (grills, kayaks, etc...) to have a great weekend. A couple notes for guests though that weren't 100% clear from the description: -There are three units as part of the property. The main house (5 bedrooms, of which 3 standalone have a king or queen), a bunk house (4 beds), and the honeymoon suite (1 king bed with kitchen). The the house and suite were of pretty good quality, would reserve the bunkhouse for kids or just come with the warning that those sleeping in the bunk house are getting pretty barebones accommodations. -The AC units throughout the units could have been stronger/newer -Having the beach is great, but I would bring watershoes. Many of us ended up with small scratches on our feet due to the stones. -Having a boat come along with the place would have been stellar, all of the rentals in Ithaca were sold out so we had to get our boat from Frontenac harbor (2 hour boat ride there and back to pick up, 50 min drive from house). Past that, great weekend for large parties trying to have a good time. Would go back again with a large group. Ours was a for a guys weekend worked out great. Communication with hosts very straight forward and willing to answer questions and work with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jordan and Kate

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We've been in commercial real estate since 2000 and happily purchased this historic vacation rental property in 2018. We are committed to nurturing a positive environment for all of our guests, embrace eco-friendly management techniques, and love working with large groups to create lasting memories on Cayuga Lake. We're a family business and would love to welcome your family and friends to The Spotted Sandpiper!

Why they chose this property

We're located along the oldest wine trail in the United States and are within 5-30 minutes of 5 state parks, the Black Dimond Trail, dozens of wineries, Cornell University, and Ithaca College.

What makes this property unique

This is the largest private vacation rental property on Cayuga Lake and one of the largest in all of the Finger Lakes. We are great for family reunions because the property can sleep 85! With 400 feet of lake frontage and 4 acres, we are a beautiful home base for your trip to the Finger Lakes!

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