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Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake!

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Beach towels
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake!

Welcome to our Family Lakehouse! Settle into this spacious 5 Bedroom/ 3 Full Bathroom Lake House for friends & family fun with picturesque sunset views. Great house for entertaining whether inside, on the large attached deck, or down at the lake on a private dock! Enjoy some winter cheer cozied up by the stone fireplace with a good book. Perfect location for those who love to ski or snow board. Super close to Song Mountain or Labrador Mountain! Or plan ahead for next summer lake fun with 100 feet of private beach. We have a large dock and gazebo with great access to swimming, boating, fishing, or just relaxing:). Reserve a week in the summer at our Skaneateles Lake House today and make memories tomorrow!

*Please note that we do not supply the propane for the grill.

Property manager

Brian Davis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3600 sq ft (334 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: There is a pet fee of $100 per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 1 min walk
  • Otisco Lake - 9 min drive
  • Skaneateles Historical Society - 10 min drive
  • Anyela's Vineyards - 16 min drive
  • Lockwood Lavender Farm - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • New York State Fair Station - 28 min drive
  • Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sherwood Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Skan-Ellus Drive In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Patisserie - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Doug's Fish Fry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anyela's Vineyards - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake! located?

This family-friendly Skaneateles vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Skaneateles Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Otisco Lake and John D. Barrow Art Gallery. Skaneateles Historical Society and White Birch Vineyards Tasting Room are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Skaneateles Family Lakehouse - Best Value on the Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 117 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W., Austin. Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy family home ideal for enjoying the lake and town
The property has a lovely view of the lake with a seating area and dock. The house has a homey feel. I enjoyed the fact that the bedrooms were separated from each other. My family and I had a lovely stay and made lifelong memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

yvonne c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us.
So much to do, swimming, boating, fishing, and just hanging on the dock. Visiting the village is always great. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adelina N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion at Skaneateles Lake
Home is rustic, spacious and has nice dock on lake. Interior is very outdated but we weren’t there to hang out inside. It was great for family reunion as we all had space and could spend time together. No air conditioning. Very easy to rent and check in- we would go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect group retreat on Lake
We stayed for a family wedding and the home was perfect for what we needed. Spacious, comfortable, clean and a great location just a few minutes drive into town. We stayed in the winter but could see how this location on the lake would be even better in the summer time. The hosts were communicative and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Zuhre C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attending Family Wedding
The location of the property is great and the host is very nice. The house itself is nice but furniture is very old and not updated, especially in the livingroom. The couches are uncomfortable. I think they should consider doing a little bit of facelift in the livingroom area. The TV was not good either. We could not gather in the livingroom and watch sports. Since it was winter and cold outside, activities were limited. It is also 15 minutes away from town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lake House
The location was key- both close to the town center and right on the lake. We had fun on the lake using the kayaks and spent time at night with the fire pit. My family had a really great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family stay on the lake
My family rented this property over Labor Day weekend and had the best time! The house was clean and furnished very nicely, as well as great access to the lake! We rented a boat and spent the days on the lake, had dinners on the back deck, watched the sunset, and then spent evenings around the fire pit. This house was perfect space-wise for the accommodations of 10 adults, and I would highly recommend this rental for a carefree and enjoyable stay on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

loa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skaneateles
Perfect waterfront for us with toddler. Some stairs, not as steep as photo. Home set up was perfect for our family. WE'D STAY AGAIN.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Susan B., Wyckoff, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location on Skaneatles Lake
The 5 bedroom house with bedrooms on both sides and living areas in the middle provided room for several families in our group. Outdoor deck with umbrella and table was perfect for eating and relaxing. Lakeside dock area was relaxing. The beds could use a mattress upgrade, too soft for several of us. The house is roomy and dining areas accommodate a large group.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nick C., Apex, North Carolina, USA

lakehouse
Nice stay although cleanliness not great as we found debris on floor in several places, had to replace several light bulbs; switches could be labeled so know what they control, some didn’t wirk (exterior and stairs to dock?).
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
We stayed at this home while attending a nearby wedding. It was roomy enough for the 10 family members. The house was clean and very comfortable. The view of the lake was great. Didn't make use of the outside area due to the weather in November. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect fall weekend with friends
We had a great weekend with perfect weather in an amazing setting. The house was very comfortable and family-friendly and you can’t beat the location. We loved taking the little ones on the paddle boat and playing in the back yard in the fall leaves. The house was nice and spacious with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms and cozy gathering spaces in the living and dining rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis M., Fort Collins, Colorado USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake view property
Great location on the lake with plenty of room both indoors and out. We had a great time with beautiful sunset views across the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

ed M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skaneateles
Great setting and location. We had a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful long weekend with family
We chose this property for an end of summer long weekend with our family (group of 10). All of us thought the house looked even better than it did in the pictures! We made use of the kayaks, relaxed on the dock while enjoying the beautiful view, sat around the fire pit at night and played board games in the dining room. The house had everything we needed to make meals and was spacious and comfortable. The water was rocky so we would suggest water shoes if you plan on going in the water. Overall, it was a great weekend and we would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation.
Great week on beautiful skaneateles lake. Must be some holes in the window screens, very buggy. All & all super location with the best views and access to the lake. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kent m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot
Perfect for family get together.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing
Beautiful home tucked away in the perfect location. The house is spread out nicely and plenty of open space indoors for a larger group for when the weather isn’t great. We enjoyed every part of it! It also has everything we needed. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Secluded, sloping, great lake front. We had a wonderful time with beautiful weather!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay with friends & family!
We stayed 5 days at the lake house. We hosted two parties with friends and family. We were concerned about parking (There is only two spaces at the lake house), but we did make it work with some parking up the hill. The house was very large. It was very hot that week so we appreciated the air conditioning in the master bedroom. The dock was wonderful. We could not rent a boat because the lake was too high, but we hope to next year. The only con was that I wish there was more utensils and bowls for entertaining. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend at the Lake
Large, waterfront lake house perfect for a long weekend at the lake. The location was great - close to town for dining and shopping. Watched beautiful sunsets from the lakefront and spent evenings around the fire pit. The house was comfortable for a group. Needs some updating but overall a good value. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Paige A., New York

Disliked: Cleanliness
Do not recommend
We had issues with the cleanliness of the property. There were clothing garments left behind from the previous renters (underwear and bathing suits) and there were live bugs in one of the bedrooms (including on the bed). The entire house needs an upgrade in general. Most of the water equipment was broken and the hammock was also broken. The place overall felt icky and quite dated. Also, there is no central AC. There is 2 window units in the house, but majority of the rooms do not have AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Lex R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Confused?
Our stay was confusing. Brian couldn’t be a nicer more text attentive property owner. He replied to every question and statement quickly. The real issues were in the condition of the home and how different it was from how it was described. During our stay the internet was out and had to be fixed (a power splitter in a guest bedroom was connected to a light switch that we were not alerted to so when the light was turned off the internet and cable did not work??). The owner was oblivious to this. The freezer was leaking water all trip and after alerting the owner to this alarming fact he suggested putting a towel under the door to sop up the puddles of water that accumulated every day. There was a leak under the sink that when the owner was alerted to this fact he seemed unfazed? The house was old and needed an overhaul. Almost every storage area in the home was filled with junk and unusable. The landscaping and roof had been neglected. Overall this property could be great but the owner’s lack of attention to detail and basic cleanliness was lacking. This rental was not worth the money we paid. We did enjoy our time because we made the best of it. Brian is a nice person but lacked in the property management department. I would avoid this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

PATRICIA k., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Family lake house fun
If you re a large family with baby & pet , you'll love the atmosphere here, very chill. A kind of " A family Stone " movie type place where everyone has a way to make their preferences happen.... run in Austin Park, dinner in the village , boating on the beautiful clear Skaneateles lake, fire pit time, ...nice to have extra parking for those coming up to visit for one day. Not a place if you want a Hilton experience with luxury spa treatment, We enjoyed our stay as it fit our desire ...
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021