English cottage style circa 1814 stone school house - Skaneateles, NY - Town of Spafford

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Breakfast available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Skaneateles, NY

Skaneateles Lake

4 min drive

Otisco Lake

10 min drive

Anyela's Vineyards

23 min drive

Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)

28 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

English cottage style circa 1814 stone school house - Skaneateles, NY

c. 1814 stone schoolhouse cottage - cozy & exquisite interior. Near charming village of Skaneateles in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Peaceful setting for a romantic couples getaway. www.heatherbrunosears.com

Property manager

Heather Bruno-Sears

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Breakfast available

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Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The school house is my personal home sanctuary; all guests are expected to be respectful of the property and the contents intact.

Absolutely no smoking on the premises.

Check in and check out times are firm.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Skaneateles

Located in Skaneateles, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bahar Nature Preserve and Bear Swamp State Forest, while John D. Barrow Art Gallery and Skaneateles Historical Society are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

Skaneateles Lake - 4 min drive
Otisco Lake - 10 min drive
Anyela's Vineyards - 23 min drive
Lockwood Lavender Farm - 28 min drive
Syracuse University - 37 min drive

Getting around

Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 41 min drive
Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anyela's Vineyards - ‬25 min drive
‪Glen Haven Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
‪1820 House - ‬3 min drive
‪Mandana Inn - ‬26 min drive
‪Lakeside Vista - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is English cottage style circa 1814 stone school house - Skaneateles, NY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at English cottage style circa 1814 stone school house - Skaneateles, NY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at English cottage style circa 1814 stone school house - Skaneateles, NY?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is English cottage style circa 1814 stone school house - Skaneateles, NY located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cottage in Skaneateles is in the city centre, within 6 mi (10 km) of Skaneateles Lake and Otisco Lake, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing. John D. Barrow Art Gallery and White Birch Vineyards Tasting Room are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Margaret S., Canton

21 Oct 2022

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

Was never contacted by host

Booked and paid in July for October stay. Never heard from host how to access property. Had to find a last minute hotel. Finally received a call from her as we were driving home. Said she’d been sick. I asked for refund but haven’t received it yet

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

7 Oct 2022

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

Charming Finger Lakes Cottage

The property we were supposed to stay in somehow got double booked, so Heather offered to let us stay in her other property, a charming cottage on Lake Owasco. We loved it. The place had a relaxing Zen vibe, all the amenities one could hope for, and a great view of the lake (complete with gorgeous sunsets). If we're ever back in the area, we'd definitely stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

25 Aug 2022

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

Historic and charming

This one of a kind renovated original 1814 school house is amazing with one of a kind eclectic furnishings and decor . Heather is a great host

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

16 Aug 2022

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

Birthday getaway

It was awesome

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

7 Aug 2022

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

Enchanting

This cottage is magical and enchanting✨will definitely visit again. Perfect for a romantic get away❣️

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

30 July 2022

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

Enchanting Escape

History, romance and tranquility abound in this exquisitely decorated cottage! This is the perfect setting to celebrate a special occasion or just to unwind. We loved the enchantingly landscaped cottage gardens, so close to the quaint town of Skaneateles. Heather, the gracious host, provides perfect amenities to enjoy your stay. Thanks so much!!! M & B

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 July 2022

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

VRBO messed up...but Heather saved the day!!

So....through no fault of Heather's, VRBO double booked this property!! She immediately contacted me with another property she had available and we took it sight unseen. It turned out to be amazing and even more suited to our needs than the schoolhouse! We hope to visit the schoolhouse one day but until then, all we can comment on is the great communication and flexibility of Heather and the fabulous time we had at the alternate location she provided! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

28 June 2022

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

Perfect romantic getaway

We visited the school house and it was absolutely wonderful. Heather was so great to work with. She was very quick to answer any questions and gave a lot of recommendations. You can tell she is very passionate about her property and what she has done with it. We were so close to the village, winery’s and great restaurants. The property itself is very charming and quaint…exactly what we wanted. It is well equipped with everything you could need. We will definitely be coming back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

17 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This property is a work of art. Every detail, every collection, every space is compelling.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

9 Jan 2022

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

Great

Quaint property in nice location with interesting artwork. Excellent isolated feel, while not far from the town.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Heather Bruno-Sears

Decorative Artist, Heather Bruno-Sears, combines her love of well-wrought work & Life itself to create an endless repertoire of clever visual effects…. Specializing in custom finishes for interior decor. Heather discovered the school house completely overgrown in near ruins w/ a huge hole in the roof & crumbling stonewalls all boarded up with a dirt floor. She knew it was a diamond in the rough - had a vision & passion to hands-on lovingly restore/renovate it….10 years later the labor of love gem it is today has the semblance of a cozy English cottage & serves as a show room for Heather’s exquisite finishes. Heather is happy to be able to host guests to this very special property which has the feel of a sanctuary retreat. www.heatherbrunosears.com

Why they chose this property

This is a very unique property - Seeped in history and full of character. The Finger Lakes region in general is an amazing area - For everyone who lives there & tourists alike. The village of Skaneateles is renowned for its beauty and charm.

What makes this property unique

No TV in lieu of the owners huge book collection to peruse through & so much to do adventure-wise in the area. The comfortable, cozy cottage is in a very private peaceful setting, but a short drive to the village of Skaneateles, the city of Syracuse, the city of Auburn, local casinos, vineyards, wine tours, waterfalls, hiking, biking, water sports, etc. The entire Finger Lakes region in general is an adventure to explore & experience.