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Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake

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Outdoor dining
A cabin with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to a covered porch.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a rug.
Room
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a dining table with wooden chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Owasco Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Moravia, NY
  • Place, Owasco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake

This cute cottage delivers a quiet Lake getaway with direct water access and spectacular evening sunsets. The property boasts a covered deck that overlooks the water for eating and another large lower deck with ample seating overlooking the water. There is also a beach with a dock for water access to help with fishing and water activities. This is the perfect place for a beautiful vacation, swimming, paddle boarding, fishing or just relaxing on the beach or deck.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4390442vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Moravia

Located in Moravia, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Harriet Tubman Home and Seward House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Auburn Public Theater and Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center. Ready for a night out? Consider Auburn Public Theater - Main Stage and Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Moravia, NY

What's nearby

  • Owasco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Finger Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Skaneateles Lake - 24 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Cornell University - 48 min drive - 57.9 km
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 64 min drive - 73.1 km

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Giuseppe's Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Great Garden - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪10-10 BBQ - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage in a small Cove on the Eastside of Owasco Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Finger Lakes and Owasco Lake. Frozen Ocean State Forest is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and wonderful neighbors. Host was very attentive about weather heading our way and inquired whether we needed anything. Also saw a Bald Eagle from the deck
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Took a father/son road trip with my dad from Rochester to Providence. This was by far my dad’s highlight of the trip. Beautiful property - perfect balance of camping and comfort. They also have private access to the water with lots of amenities like a two seat kayak, floating pads, etc. The owner and I chatted briefly on the phone as well and he seemed like a really nice guy. Highly recommend if you want to experience the finger lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda F.

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

Peaceful rustic stay with beautiful views

We had a lovely time! The view of the lake is beautiful, and we really enjoyed the multi-terraced deck — it was a great place to sit and relax. There are quite a few steps down to the water, but it’s worth it for the peaceful lakeside setting.The house itself is very rustic and minimal, and could use a bit more attention to cleaning, but it still made for a relaxing getaway.Overall, if you’re looking for a quiet spot with pretty views and don’t mind a simpler interior, this is a charming place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Cozy lake cabin with a view

This cabin is a great place to get away and enjoy Owasco lake. Nothing fancy here, but was a good value for the views and access to the lake. The outdoor decks were a great place to hang out, and the cozy main room/kitchen was surprisingly comfortable and well appointed. There are a lot of steps to get down to the cabin and then even more to get down to the lower deck and dock areas, which will not be for everyone. But if thats not an issue, this might be a great place to get away from things with a young family or a couple of friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Checkin was smooth. Steve, the owner was so communicative via messaging about details of the property and available for questions should we need anything. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, silverware and most cooking needs. They even had ice made in the freezer since you have to use bottled water for drinking. Plenty of fans for comfort and A/C when needed. Be sure to bring your own towels for water play on the lake. My kids loved the kayaks and paddle board!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway! The view from the deck is amazing! We had a great time fishing and were able to catch 6 different fish species right from the dock. The kayak and paddle board were great to have access to also! The lake water was fairly warm. The cottage itself is small but we spent most of the time outdoors anyway. They have a Keurig coffee make so don’t forget your k-cups! Lots of seating options on the decks. The firepit was a little awkward because it’s built down into the ground and we didn’t bring any camp chairs. Next time I would bring those. Great communication with the owner. He explained everything before we were able to finish the booking. Everything was just as he explained. The kids are already asking when we can go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AKAFR3SH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacation and the perfect size house for the 5 of us(3 adults, 2 kids). Stayed 3 days. Beautiful property right on the lake front. Stairs take you right down to the dock/water. If you bring kayaks launch them with the wind carrying you up or down lake to the property. Lots of stairs due to the incline of that side of the lake. The host does have a 2 man kayak, kid kayak, and paddleboard you can use along with the playmat attached to dock. 2 Nice outside decks just like shown in the pictures. Grill and big table on the deck by the house, with a wick couch, outdoor chairs and a table for two overlooking the lake. Caught fish right off the dock with kids. One of our kids was worried about the bunk bed not having a ladder to get up and down. Was mentioned to the host and the host let us know immediately after our stay that they had taken our advice and bought a bunk bed with a ladder for future stays. (host listens to advice from the renters which is a huge upside to staying here especially if you stay multiple times)Anytime we had a question host was very quick to answer before and during our stay. We had trouble lighting grill at first the neighbors were so nice they instantly offered us matches to get it lit without us saying a word.(there's grill lighters in cabinet) Only one neighbor is close to property(separated by tree line) and they didnt bother us one bit but were super nice and helpful. Will be staying again in the future! Highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Steve Whitmore

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We are third-generation Lakers who have a long history on Owasco Lake. We have made so many memories with our family, our children, and our friends here over the years. We want to share this amazing place with others!

Why they chose this property

We have been in the area for many years and found this piece of the lake to be quiet with beautiful water. The neighborhood is friendly and loves families! We also love the east side of the lake because of the spectacular evening sunsets!

What makes this property unique

The two leveled decks clearly make our property a destination. The top covered deck is a great place to congregate for a meal and the large lower deck with ample seating provides a beautiful place to relax and watch the sunset.

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