Dash of Lake Life: Cayuga Lake

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A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs facing a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a large window.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A cabin with a stone foundation, wooden exterior, and a deck with outdoor seating.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ovid, NY
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Thirsty Owl Wine Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheldrake Point Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Ovid

Ovid is home to this holiday home. 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 Trumansburg Fairgrounds.
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Ovid, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • WeBeTilin' Studios - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Buttonwood Grove Winery - 9 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Giovanni's Gourmet Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pat’s Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪King Ferry Corner Store - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪O'Malley's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dash of Lake Life: Cayuga Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dash of Lake Life: Cayuga Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dash of Lake Life: Cayuga Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dash of Lake Life: Cayuga Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dash of Lake Life: Cayuga Lake located?

Situated in Ovid, this holiday home is steps from Cayuga Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sheldrake Point Winery and WeBeTilin' Studios. Thirsty Owl Wine Company is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family reunion was thoroughly enjoyed in your home. The view is beautiful and we loved being lakeside. The house is spacious and had room for all of us to enjoy meals together at the table.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited this property for our annual summer vacation with our college friends (5 adults, 4 teens in total). The house was very clean and offered excellent amenities. The lift to the dock was wonderful and the waters offered fun recreational fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful with beautiful views! Staying over 4th of July was an added bonus with fireworks around the lake. Property was well appointed with everything we needed. Our family of grandparents, children and grandchildren made wonderful memories and had so much fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting with a great lake view and access. Beds were extremely comfortable, and the dock decks and yard were perfect. The host and local manager provided great information and took good care of us. We had a local boat rental company actually drop off a pontoon boat at the dock at no additional cost. SO CONVENIENT! Very close to beautiful hikes with waterfalls and top notch wineries. The kitchen was well stocked for the nights we didn't go out to eat A
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and the wine trip was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing weekend at Dash of Lake life! Our group of 10 were there to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from Cornell. It was a 40 minute drive to campus. Worth the time to have space to relax after the ceremonies. Everything was clean, comfortable, well stocked and super cute friendly touches!! We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Myself and 6 other friends had a great stay here! We loved the view from the deck and how spacious and clean the house was. We also enjoyed how close it was to so many wineries. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay on the lake! We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wine with friends

Great location for local hikes, wineries, and fun on the lake. Very nice house and loved the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Finger Lakes Fun

Everything you need for a Fun yet relaxing vacation. Swimming and fishing on the lake, 30 mins from Ithaca with great hiking, waterfalls and gorges.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2024
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Incredible deck view of the lake from the top of a bluff. Great amenities and one of the most well-stocked homes I have stayed in. Minutes from one of the best vineyards we visited in the finger lakes. 30-40 minute access in all directions to the towns you want to visit (watkins glen, ithaca, geneva, etc).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place on the lake

A Dash of Lake Life will not disappoint. It was just the perfect place for or family. The kitchen is very well appointed with everything you need and more. All of the bedrooms are comfortable and there is plenty of room to spread out. We really loved the outdoor space as well. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bachelor party weekend

Versatile large space right on the lake. Played pool and kayaked. Visited many great breweries. Had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heck yea I'd rent again

Lovely destination for a weekend away. While it was still "off-season" for the finger lakes, it was quiet, peaceful, and a beautiful place to spend the weekend. The house boasts great accommodations and a pool table that we didn't expect! While seemingly isolated, there's a full grocery store just in town, and there's even a pizza place that delivers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation on the Lake

The house was perfect for our family of 11. The house was even better than the write up. Rec room, projector room! Master bathroom that was like a spa. Many outdoor places to relax and enjoy the lake view. Huge deck with outdoor dining and chairs for relaxing.Campfire ring made for many smores and memories. Quiet neighborhood with friendly folks. I would highly recommend this property to families. Typical for Cayuga Lake homes, many steps to get to the shoreline.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. We are thrilled to see that you enjoyed a wonderful stay with us! Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Scenic Beauty

Eight of us stayed for a 3-night weekend. The house is large with plenty of open space. Very clean and new. Kitchen is well equipped with every utensil, pots, pans, and dishes. Comfortable furniture and roomy which worked out great for us since it rained for 3 days straight. Bathrooms are modern and clean. Plenty of clean towels.However, we still took a ride down on the "incline" to the lakeside dock one day. That was a convenient and wonderful amenity on the property. The views of the lake are spectacular. Hostess was very accessible and always informative. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Trip

This is a nice house in a great spot. It seems to be owned by an absentee owner who uses a management company to maintain it. When we arrived there was garbage and a broken chair in the yard at the fire pit and in the boathouse near the dock. I contacted the management company and they replied that they would send someone the next day. When the management rep came, I pointed out the condition of the yard and he said "I see what you mean". He got in his truck and left. I proceeded to pick up the garbage and broken chair and put it under the deck so I wouldn't have to look at it. I left the boathouse as is. In the future when looking at properties on VRBO which I have used many times, I will avoid listings that tack on a property manager fee on top of the fee that VRBO adds as a way to increase their revenue.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2024
Timothy, Thank you for your thorough review on your recent stay at Dash of Lake Life. On behalf of our entire team, I would like to apologize for not exceeding your expectations. Your safety and satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us. Following receipt of your messages regarding the damages shown in the pictures, we promptly dispatched two technicians to the rental. They delivered a brand new coffee maker, an additional paddle, and a propane tank. Additionally, our technicians, Dave and Rob, ensured that all trash was removed from the receptacles before leaving. We take pride in offering a great vacation experience and will continue to make improvements to the property. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashley was a wonderful host. She was quick to respond to my questions. The lake view was breathtaking and we enjoyed the many outdoor seating arrangements. The tram was definitely a fun way to get to the lake. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. Please come and stay with us again soon!
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