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Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway!

This beautiful home boasts over 2400 square feet of living space. It has four bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathooms. It is situated on beautiful Otisco Lake and less than twenty minutes away from Skaneateles and Destiny Mall USA.
Drive up to hike the nearby 90 foot tall Carpenter's waterfall near Skaneateles or Tinker Falls in Tully NY. Explore the Village of Skaneateles' unique shops, boutiques and world class restaurants. Take the 5/20 drive while exploring the wine country, rolling hills and the Finger Lakes Region of beautiful Upstate New York. Near us is 1911 apple orchard, song mountain ski resort and several golf courses.

The Space:
On the main level there is an open floor plan with a spacious living area, modern kitchen with granite counters and dining room seating for (8). The second level has a Master bedroom with on suite jacuzzi bathtub and queen bed, guests bedrooms with queen bed. Fully furnished with linens, livingroom and kitchen ammenities. Pamper yourself with the luxuries of a home theater, hot tub, downstairs sauna and internet service. Catch up on some reading on the wrap around deck, or just veg in our covered hot tub and open porch overlooking the lake.
There is a dock, fire pit, and over 80 feet of private lakefront for you to enjoy! If you brought your fishing gear - catch some fish off the dock!

The lake is not swim-ready until mid-June unless you are a very hardy soul! Sit on the front deck and you may see our resident eagles. The sunsets from the deck are absolutely magnificent!
Rent a party boat from the local marina to tool around our beautiful lake and motor up to "lakeside vista" and enjoy one of our local eateries. You can bring your own boat and dock at the marina nearby.

We look forward to hearing from you! This one you don't want to miss offers time to connect and rejuvenate your soul...

Property manager

angela and Wayne watkins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Can be discussed upon rental
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
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

Lakefront home Marietta
Lakefront home Private vacation home
Lakefront home Private vacation home Marietta

About the neighborhood

Map
NY, Marietta

What's nearby

  • Otisco Lake - 1 min walk
  • Skaneateles Lake - 18 min drive
  • Carrier Dome - 33 min drive
  • Syracuse University - 34 min drive
  • Destiny USA - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • New York State Fair Station - 31 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glen Haven Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪1820 House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Vista - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Amber Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vernak's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Otisco Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Vesper Hills Golf Club and Skaneateles Lake. Song Mountain Resort and Bear Swamp State Forest are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Charming lake side retreat great for family time or a romantic getaway! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 64 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home and view
Absolutely amazing home! It was even beautifully decorated for fall. Loved all of the amenities. 5 star stay. 🌟
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Great amenities and a beautiful lake view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
House was perfect and we enjoyed our time together!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greg C.

View & deck worth it
Pros: * Deck and fire pit very nice; loved the view * Basement was fun- pool table and tv area with recliners *plenty to do in area Cons: *1 bed downstairs not comfortable *Lots of fingerprints on windows & doors *oppressive smell from multiple glade plug ins *lake muddy & murky- not good to swim in *hot tub not hot- barely warm
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway
We had an amazing time for a family getaway. We spent a lot of time in the basement rec area using the pool table and dart board. The yard was large enough for cornhole and the deck areas were great sitting spots to watch the lake. We also had a fire one night. We rented a pontoon boat from the campground/marina right across the street so we could walk there which was convenient. House is well stocked and pictures are just as advertised. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerry n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house on the lake
Beautiful property right on the lake. Views from the decks are fantastic. Property owner was responsive. Marina is next door that rents boats and kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
We had an amazing family vacation! House is truly incredible!! Kids loved the pac man game!! Gorgeous view, great hot tub, house very well stocked! Outside deck was my happy place all week!! Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Setting
The property was just as pretty as it shows in the pictures. The house was very clean and beautifully decorated. We had a great time using the pool table and video games in the downstairs as well as playing games at the dining room table. There was pleanty of room in the back for playing cornhole and a frisbee game we brought. The view of the lake was perfect from the deck and the back yard and we all took a dip in the lake from the dock. The store across the street was just a few steps away and you can also rent a boat there and just walk about 2 minutes to the marina to board. The host was wonderful and was right on top of everything we asked about. My family had an awesome vacation there and I wouldn't hesitate to rent the house again. Do not miss this house if you are going to the finger lakes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
House was very nice, basement great for kids etc. House on busy road, so watch the kids. Only 2 restaurants on the lake, but Skaneateles is 15 mins with plenty to do. Owners very nice and responsive. Great fishing on north lake side, house is on south end, which is cut off from main lake by a causeway, with a small "cut through" for boats to go back and forth, but not a long ride by boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place on the lake
The house has everything you need. Beautiful views, plenty of space and even entertainment if it rains! We loved our stay there, it was perfect for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B., Henrietta, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
We had an amazing stay! The house was very clean and very well stocked. We wanted for nothing. I would highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fingerlakes2024
House was beautiful and right on lake- easy to rent boat at marina a few doors down. Everyone loved the game room. Unfortunate it was too hot to enjoy the hot tub during our stay (record temperatures in upper 80s/ lower 90s. The theater room is a bonus; however, you need your own subscriptions to watch anything so we were limited to YouTube. Overall, there was plenty of space for our family of 8 in this beautifully decorated, sparkling clean home on the quiet peaceful lake Otisco.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House!!!
What a beautiful home! The house was perfect and well stocked and the views were spectacular! The kids had a great time renting kayaks, and we all enjoyed relaxing on the decks, playing games and watching movies every night! Our hosts were so nice and helpful and we are so appreciative of them sharing their lovely home with us! We would love to come back again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
House was nice. Beautiful view right on the lake. Some elements of the house were a bit quirky but we and the owner made it all work well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
The lake house was a perfect fit for our family and we had a great time. We Would definitely stay again. Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

House of N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Family Getaway
The house and hosts were amazing. The hosts allowed us to change our dates when we experienced an unplanned family event. The house was beautifully decorated.When a snowstorm arrived, we decided to cancel our day trip and took advantage of the basement/game room. When we were not playing pool or board games, we were in the hot tub or watching movies in the theatre style seats.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T., Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous lake house
Absolutely stunning house. Very well decorated. Extremely comfortable beds. The 3rd floor is spacious. The bottom floor is fabulous for entrainment. Loved watching football in the cinema area. Played pool, arcade games, darts. The Christmas tree was picture perfect! Kitchen very well stocked. Plenty of space for everyone. Great dining room table for dinners and a good puzzle. Great views off the balconies. Camp store across the street convenient. Close to adorable small towns.Hosts were excellent communicators. We absolutely adored this house! Stunning in so many ways. Hosts personalized the home. Amazing. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views!
This property was gorgeous! We loved the deck and views. Angela was always very quick to respond with anything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ron M.

charming lakeside getaway
Spent the weekend for our 30th anniversary with another couple that are great friends. First time using Vrbo, so Angela was quickly responsive to any questions we had. I presume the last renters didn't leave it as how they found it because we had to clean the stove, outside grill, and a few other things before we could use them. With exploring nearby Skaneateles and 1911 and some other places, we ran out of time and didn't get to even try the jacuzzi as we had planned. We couldn't get the bowling machine to work, but the pool table and cinema room did get some use. It is a nice area and easy to get to wherever you want to go. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vidula K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the lake, perfect for relaxing or exploring the finger lakes region
On the eastern bank of the easternmost of the finger lakes, this property is close enough to both Syracuse and Skeneatles if one wants an evening out. There are decks on each level with an unobstructed view of the lake and direct access to it from the lowest level. The kitchen is very well-appointed with lots of condiments and spices to supplement your stock. There is even a home theater in the basement, and a sauna. The one quibble I had was that it could do with some comfortable chairs indoors for people to sprawl and read a book, instead of the large formal dining table. However, there is plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the lake view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Listing and pictures were accurate and we really enjoyed our stay. The house had an incredible expansive deck with great views of the lake. The downstairs had a game room, bar, movie theatre and a great place to hangout. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Senior golfer reunion
This was our second year here which tells you we like this house a lot. Close to one of the best golf courses in New York. Well maintained and prime location right on the water. Plenty to do in good and bad weather. Campground store and boat rental nearby (500 feet). Angela is very responsive to any questions that come up. No hesitation to rate this house 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
The photos accurately depicted the home. The beauty of the scenery is best captured in person. There was something for everyone in the family. Some preferred the games, others the sauna. I loved the middle deck. It was relaxing just to sit there and take in the view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Amazing home right on the Lake, we had 6 of us stay for my daughters wedding the house was perfect. I just wish we had more time to enjoy the hot tub and game room. We are planning on coming back when our schedule is a little less hectic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Indi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and property
My family and I stayed here and we could have not been happier with everything. The location and the property is great. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating with all our needs. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023