Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly

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Auburn, NY

Owasco Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Emerson Park
‪3 min drive‬
Harriet Tubman Home
‪5 min drive‬
Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The view of Owasco Lake from the Lake-house Retreat is spectacular! The cupola offers a unique perspective and view of the lake as well. Built in the 1800's, this house is set back on a large lawn across the street from the lake. The French doors of the main entrance open to a spacious front porch overlooking the lake. The charming and comfortable lake home offers many areas for relaxation as well as large and spacious living quarters.
Upon entering the house there is a downstairs bedroom to the left. This bedroom has a bunk bed as well as a full size bed. The kitchen is beautiful with intricate stained glass inlays in the wooden cupboards. The kitchen is fully equipped. The dining room has a gorgeous crystal chandelier and has a full sized dining table with matching cabinet and china. There is a full bath downstairs. The living room includes Roku and cable television. There are two comfortable leather couches for your relaxation. This room opens up into the billiard room, for your enjoyment. The house also has wifi access.
The second floor master bedroom has a king size bed, with a couch and great view of the lake. Off the master bedroom is the spacious master bathroom which has a jacuzzi tub. The remaining bedrooms on the second floor include a full size bed, two queen size beds and a day bed with trundle. There is a full bath as well on the second floor. Above the second floor is an awesome cupola which is perfect for reading or relaxing. We rent weekly during the busy summer months or a three night minimum, may be possible. Weekend rentals are available outside of the busy season.

Property manager

Amy Locastro

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

1 to 2 well behaved dogs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Auburn

Auburn is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Skaneateles Lake and Cayuga Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse or Falcon Park.

Auburn, NY

What's nearby

Owasco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Emerson Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Merry-Go-Round Playhouse - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Harriet Tubman Home - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Fingerlakes Mall - 10 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Sakura Buffet - ‬9 min drive
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
‪O'Tooles - ‬6 min drive
‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Historic Lakehouse With Breathtaking Views Of Owasco Lake located?

Situated in Auburn, this holiday home is steps from Owasco Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Emerson Park and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. Ward W. O'Hara Agricultural Museum and Harriet Tubman Home are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K R.

10 Dec 2024

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

Great Stay

Very accurate description of the property on VRBO. Beautifully restored home with plenty of room for our large family gathering. The kids especially enjoyed the large backyard area and the short walk to the lake. Host was extremely accommodating and quick to respond to any inquiries. Would highly recommend this rental.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

12 Aug 2024

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

Great place for our family

Overall a great stay for our large extended family. Roomy and really enjoyed the pool table on the main floor.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke R.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend wedding getaway

Host was very accommodating and informative about how everything worked. It was a beautiful home with a fabulous view of the lake. The pool table was super fun to have. The hot tub advertised was actually a tub with jets in the master bedroom.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison Z.

2 Sept 2024

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

Amazing Family Getaway!

This house is ideal for appealing to multi generations! It accommodated our large family perfectly. The outdoor porch was fantastic for family chats. The large dining room was perfect for family meals and the games provided brought everyone together!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ben d.

6 July 2024

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

Great place for summer family gathering

The house was large, charming, well kept and clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john P.

18 Aug 2024

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

Our First Family Vacation at the Lake

We found the property to be the right fit for our family and provided everything we needed for our vacation stay. The hosts met us on the first day and were very friendly and inviting. We were able to visit some of the other lakes as well as enjoying Owasco Lake. We look forward to returning to the area in the future and enjoying the Lake life

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

31 May 2024

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

Warm and welcoming and cozy!

We had a wonderful stay! We had everything we needed including a gas grill to make our burgers and hot dogs for Memorial Day weekend. The kitchen was fully stocked. We enjoyed staying in this older, but well maintained home. The view from the front porch was the icing on the cake!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michele G.

19 Oct 2023

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

Family Stay

Spacious and comfortable for family activities. Well furnished. Needs plumbing and water repair work. Owners pretty responsive.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosene R.

28 June 2022

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

Great for family vacations!

Our family had a great time at this amazing vacation rental. Easy lake access just across the road, gorgeous wide front porch and a stunning foyer with a sweeping staircase are just some of the offerings of this place. It was the perfect location to unwind and enjoy quality family time.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

5 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful home!

Beautiful well kept vintage home, Gorgeous lake view. Fully equipped with everything we needed for a family of 10.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne T.

9 July 2023

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

Family, Food, Fellowship, Fun.

This was an amazing opportunity for a family gathering from NC, SC, and NY. The home was perfect, and I do mean perfect. There was room enough for all, with several areas to just "chillax". The hosts were super communicative and attentive to every detail. My family will return in 2024!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

14 July 2024

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

60th Wedding Anniversary Gathering

The choice of a site for us to gather family to celebrate our anniversary hinged on two factors, plenty of bedrooms and a New York State Finger Lake. This gorgeous home provides both. Our family gathered from Seattle, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. The kitchen is well appointed with appliances, plates and cutlery. The dining room table comfortably accommodated 10 of us.Sparkling chandeliers in the dining room and entryway added charm and warmth. Plenty of seating is on the lovely porch, living room, game room and backyard fire pit. There are several choices of water craft across the road at the dock and boat lift to provide hours of fun. And the quaint and historic village of nearby Auburn provides several opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment. On the card presented to us by our oldest son were these words, "Remember this place for your 70th anniversary celebration!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

13 June 2021

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

Comfortable Opulence

This was a lovely stay. The home is opulent and comfortable, which is a rare balance. We lacked for nothing, as the owners provided everything we could need, and things we were delighted to find! There are many cozy nooks to enjoy the view of the lake and just steal away to relax. Our family of 6 had room to spread out and also plenty of space to all gather. The dock, the two kayaks and the canoe provided hours of enjoyment for our water-loving family. The yard is fantastic, the porch is a sweet haven, and the billiard table was perfect for late night competition! We were absolutely delighted with our stay and hope to return next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

10 Apr 2024

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

Perfect Lake House

This was probably the best VRBO house / rental I've ever stayed in. The owner was communicative and responsive. With five bedrooms, there was plenty of places to sleep. The house literally was a home away from home, with every amenity, household items and comforts of home one could think of. The lake area access across the street was very easy to get to and lovely - we enjoyed using the kayak and the paddle boat. I can only imagine the fun guests would have in the summer (we stayed in April). The teenagers enjoyed the pool table and the comfortable couches in the TV, which included cable TV and had a Roku where you could easily sign into whatever streaming services you subscribe to. There were also plenty of games on the game shelves. The kitchen was fully stocked with utensils, dishes, pots, pans, cookware, etc. Two refrigerators for guest use made for plenty of cold storage. Full size washer and dryer easily available. And last, but certainly not least is the front porch, with plenty of outdoor seating, including a table and chairs, that overlooks the lake. It was perfectly suited for sipping a warm mug of tea in the morning, watching the sunrise. I would recommend this home 10/10.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

George W.

30 July 2021

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

Great big place to stay

Only one thing I wished was different - the speed limit with the road in front. Sometimes the traffic seemed to be very fast. Other than that the house was absolutely amazing and so beautiful. The yard was much bigger than I thought. We had lots of outdoor games that were played. There was a fire area which we used a couple of times. The lake itself was great - there were not a lot of people on it which was fantastic for us. The front porch was so big all of us could have had a place to sit (we had a group of 14). Everything was fully stocked - didn't need anything. The owner, Amy, was there when we first arrived which was nice to meet her.. Definitely would recommend the house to anyone.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

29 Dec 2023

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

Christmas Family Gathering

From the moment we turned into the driveway until it was time to leave, we felt right at home in this beautiful house. It was lit with holiday cheer, warm and welcoming when we first arrived. Upon entering we were impressed with its old farmhouse charm. The back entry area was spacious and made it easy to unload everything from the car. The updated kitchen is well-appointed; we had everything we needed. Plenty of cooking equipment, dishes, etc. Two refrigerators made it easy for us to store everything we brought for a 5-day stay that included Christmas dinner. Each bedroom was spacious and comfortable. The living area was also spacious and comfortable. The pool table was a nice surprise, and got a lot of use. The updated bathrooms were great; the master en suite bathroom will be updated, but was fine as is. We loved the master as a whole, with the separate dressing room in between the bedroom and the bath. The view of the lake from the bedroom just added more to the charm. Amy, the owner, was fantastic to work with although we really didn't need anything from her, as she thought of everything ahead of time and was generous in her provision of all that is needed for a comfortable stay. What was missing? Snow for a white Christmas, nothing more! Thank you, Amy; we will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

rosemary h., East Meadow, New York 11554

27 Sept 2022

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

Ok for a short stay

Pros: Large house was very clean, plenty of linens and towels, close to wineries and stores, equipped with numerous games for both young and adult, Bluetooth speaker, great WiFi, VERY well stocked, plenty of paper goods, nice pool table with all the balls and cue stick, kitchen very well equipped with coffee pots, pots, pans glassware etc.,two refrigerators, ceiling fans, large porch, view of the lake from the porch is SPECTACULAR, impressive collection of lawn toys to play with. Cons: Only one TV, locking mechanism on front door was too high for most people to reach, front door knobs very old and hard to turn, no Ring doorbell or smart locks or any sort of security camera type of door bells/lock on either front or back doors, entry can only be made using a key, doors could use touch up paint and hardware, hallway entry’s paint was peeling terribly. Very unsightly, Dining room chairs were mix matched, walls had terrible water stains, Billiard room ceiling showed previous leak damage. On the second day of arrival the ceiling started to leak. Owners quickly responded to our call and had a plumber come out. He arrived within 30 minutes. My husband stayed behind and was not able to join us on our winery tour. My husband stated that the plumber asked that we not use the bathroom until the next day which was Sunday. Sunday evening a family member used the upstairs shower and it leaked again. So we decided not to use the upstairs bathroom. This proved to be an inconvenience as there were 8 adults now using one bathroom to shower in. The other upstairs bathroom had a tub but no shower and my family and friends did not wish to use the tub. After the plumber left on Saturday a man arrived in a pickup truck accompanied by two huge dogs. My dog and I were playing and did not see the dogs until they started barking. I quickly got a hold of my dog and went inside. Later, the same man entered the home started playing with the light switches and left. Maybe the owners sent him. In either case we should have been informed that he would be arriving. The wall paper in the Master Suite was peeling in areas. I would not recommend renting this home unless the owners could show that the necessary plumbing repairs and water stain removal have been made.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

7 Dec 2022

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

Thanksgiving Holiday

Was able to find a home that could accommodate our 7 adults, one child and a dog that was in a great location along Owasco Lake and just two miles from our relatives home. Everyone enjoyed their stay. The house was well equipped and stocked with all the necessities. Many other amenities were available that would be great for a stay in more warmer weather and we will certainly consider this rental when we visit in the summertime. Great location for day trips throughout the Finger Lakes region!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine B.

23 July 2022

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

Great Lake House for a Large Family

The house has everything that we needed. Lots of space and the front porch was the center point of our stay. The coolest spot in the heat. Easy access to the lake. Dock area was great. Plenty of room to sit and the lake depth made it accessible to all ages. A perfect place to cool off when it was hot. Convenient location to local activities and attractions. We had a great week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

4 July 2022

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

Vintage 1884 Auburn House

Loved it. Not perfect but really great for an older house. The owners have put a lot of work into it, and it served our group of 9 well. Our family had another rental house and this one easily accommodated a couple of gatherings of all 23 of us. Loved the large front deck. Lots of nice amenities included. I'd go back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

13 June 2022

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

Owasco Lake House

The property met the needs of a large fishing group. There is plenty of parking for trucks and boat trailers. The kitchen and dining room offer plenty of space. The front porch is an excellent gathering spot. Two of the bathrooms have been recently remodeled and are nicely done. Looking forward to staying again next year!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Deena F.

18 Oct 2021

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

Could be amazing, but…

Let’s start with the positives — tons of room for my family, parking for many cars, excellent communication with owners, access to the lake, and a pool table! But the negatives pull it down. Horrible musty odors in the kitchen area (which we determined were coming from the basement), a leaky bathroom ceiling (rain related, and the owners say it will be addressed), dead bugs in every window sill, many windows with broken panes, peeling wallpaper in the en suite bath, a super quirky oven that was very hard to use (thank goodness we had rented a second house nearby). There was also a broken TV (had a sign on it, so they know it’s broken. Why not just take it away?). The front porch, which we were so attracted to in the listing, had not been swept in some time (TONS of leaves, dead bugs and even some animal scat). It adds to up a less-than-stellar impression. This property is a few projects away from being the most amazing house on the lake. I really hope the owners will continue to polish this incredible gem they have and make it the spectacular rental it could be. I will watch the reviews going forward and we may try this again someday. The area is lovely!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cameron A.

14 Sept 2021

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Great family reunion

We were 10 adults ranging in age from 60 to 75. Five brothers plus spouses. It was a perfect place to relax and remember while enjoying the lake view. Each couple had our own bedroom and we enjoyed family meals around the dining table and conversations in the sitting room.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jody L., Centennial

3 Sept 2021

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

Great Property

This property was large enough to sleep all 12 individuals that were there for a wedding. The location and views are wonderful! We thoroughly enjoyed staying here!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

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20 Aug 2021

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

Roomy family home

We were delighted to stay at this property. There was plenty of room for our family of 13. Loved the front porch and lake access. Rooms were clean and tidy, plenty of towels. Only obstacle was there was not a crib available.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

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