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Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch
A private country cottage above Sheldrake Creek features open floor plan, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a loft. Featuring vintage and "not-so-shabby chic" decor in 50 shades of green, the home sleeps a maximum of 5 guests with 2 queen size beds and a double futon. This an extremely private property with distant views of the lake and a field across the street. An 8 minute leisurely walk lands you at Sheldrake Point Winery or the local boat launch with Cayuga lake access. Enjoy a barbecue or dinner on the back deck and relax by the fire pit after dark. A fully furnished kitchen and nearby grocery, vegetable stand and farmers' markets offers you the option of preparing all your meals at home. Washer and dryer on site (some summer water restrictions may apply in case of drought as our water comes from a well.) Scenic walking, biking, boating and jogging locations abound in the immediate and nearby area, only a half hour's drive to Taughannock Falls and the Ithaca Gorges, Seneca Falls and the Women's Hall of Fame, local Amish Farm Stores, breweries and distilleries. Our location is convenient to both Cayuga and Seneca Lake Wine, Cheese, and Art Trails. Owner lives close by to assist with all your needs. NO CLEANING FEES makes this an economical choice for the savvy traveler!
Property manager
Roxanne Gupta and Celeste Poormon
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
About the neighborhood
Ovid, NY
What's nearby
Sheldrake Point Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cayuga Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Wells College - 56 min drive - 65.5 km
Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes - 63 min drive - 69.0 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
New Dragon - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - 60 min drive
Finger Lakes Cider House - 7 min drive
Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch located?
Located in Sheldrake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Sheldrake Point Winery and Cayuga Lake. WeBeTilin' Studios is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.
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Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We enjoyed all that Cayuga Lake offers. The house is very comfortable for 2/4 adults. It is very clean, AC was great on very warm days. Fire ring was fun in the evening
Location to wineries and other attractions was convenient. Amount of interior space was sufficient for 2 people. Very comfortable bed. Picture of front of cottage is deceptive. Very small area in front and no space in the back or sides. Quite close to the road but not very much traffic. Property has morning sun but shady in afternoon
Sweetgrass Cottage was a great escape for us. Clean and comfortable it was in the perfect location for us to explore both Cayuga and Seneca Lake wine trails. Close to some very nice hikes we enjoyed our country getaway in the Finger Lakes.
Michael Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cottage with everything you could want. Walking distance to Sheldrake winery and the lake, close to other Cayuga wineries. Great place!
We thoroughly enjoyed this place as our home base for exploring the Finger Lakes area. It's about 30 minutes to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and Seneca Falls and is just up a hill from Cayuga Lake. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Quiet location was perfect for our stay. Highly recommended.
This is an excellent place to spend a week, close enough to the lake and all the naturally beautiful places Seneca County has to offer! We spent one day at Taughannock State park and one at Lodi State park, both a short drive and spent the rest of the time at Sheldrake point. The cottage itself is gorgeous, rustic and stylish. Wonderful stay, can’t wait to come back!
The cottage was perfect for our trip to enjoy the finger lakes region because it was centrally located. Roxanne is a terrific host, easily accessible to answer questions about the area. We enjoyed the fire pit and many nights star gazing. We would highly recommend the cottage and hope to travel to New York again and stay at Sweetgrass! Kim and Tom
This sweet cottage comes with everything you need and has many thoughtful, cozy touches. We enjoyed sitting on the covered porch and being in the country yet so close to wineries. The nearby farm stand had the best peaches and vegetables. The country road was quiet and we had a peaceful stay. We will be back again!
We loved the property and the location, especially the deck. Our only comment would be to have a can of Raid for ants because we had a lot of ants in the downstairs bathroom. We would definitely recommend this cottage to others and hope to come back in the future.
Everything was as described. A simple, charming, tastefully decorated cottage. We enjoyed the fire pit outside which enabled us to spend an evening with friends while observing social distancing. Nice short walk to Cayuga Lake at Sheldrake point.
Roxanne's cottage was homey and adorable - the location was great - away from noise and light pollution, but with our rental car still a prime location for exploring multiple areas - seneca lake, cayuga, geneva, ithaca, and watkins glen. Roxanne's booklet and welcome information was accurate and descriptive - made it very easy to find everything we needed for grilling, etc. The only thing to note (which is in the description) is that the house uses well water, so we had to be very conscious of our shower lengths and had to use bottled water (provided) for cooking and drinking.
Thus far the experience has been great. The cottage is quaint, cozy, clean and has a kitchen that carries most of what is needed. Very quiet and a great getaway if you are looking just to slow down the pace. Downstairs bed is very comfortable. TV in living room is equipped with all the apps.
The grocery store in Ovid is very meh but it is close; however, there are Wegmans stores in nearby Geneva and Auburn and they are PHENOMENAL (on par with or exceeding Heinen's in Ohio or Publix in Florida).
Not alot of sit down food options nearby; again, you may need to travel to Geneva, Trumansburg, Ithaca, Watkins Glen etc for more dine-in options. Make sure to check out the Samich shop in Ovid on 96 across from the gas station. Phenomenal meat ball subs and lunch fare.
Overall, I would rate this 5/5 thus far.
It's a risk to commit to almost three weeks in a rental house you haven't seen and in a place you don't know, especially for parents having to manage remote work and two teens. But we had a wonderful experience. The cabin has a small footprint but is very efficiently designed and beautifully renovated with a craftsman's touch in the structure and an artist's eye n the simple and lovely retro/country aesthetic. The two teens were comfortable and content in the bedroom and loft upstairs, parents in bedroom below. The excellent wifi reached well out to the lounge chair on the lawn. With two separate porches, side and front, everyone could find his or her own space. We were lucky with good weather and front porch is great even in the rain. Situated between a wild meadow populated by butterflies by day and fireflies at night, and a cool ravine in the back, and with good mix of sun and shade, the property had perfect ambient temperature, breezy and moderate even on hot days. We enjoyed lots of morning birdsong, sightings of rabbits, groundhog, foxes, hummingbirds, and hawks, and robust voices of sheep next door and frogs at night. Swimming in the lake was glorious (but might get weedy as summer goes on). Bring or rent kayaks! The farm stand run by three generations, just five minutes walk up the street, has wonderful fresh produce. For those who like to cook, the old-fashioned match-lit oven and stove take a little getting used to but works fine. Enjoy!
We enjoyed our stay at Sweetgrass Cottage. It was very clean, cozy and comfortable. While the cottage was closer to the roadway than we expected, it was typical for houses in the area and still private/woodsy. The cottage did have a bit of a "cabiny" aroma initially but that improved as the doors were opened and we went in and out. Be aware of the drought conditions as mentioned in the amenities portion of the description and check with Roxanne prior to renting if you must have a laundry option. Roxanne was friendly and very responsive to any communications. We would recommend Sweetgrass Cottage when visiting the Cayuga lake area.
Our time at Sweet grass cottage was exceptional! The cottage was cozy, quiet and close to the beach. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. We totally enjoyed our week!