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Historic Lake Front Home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Auburn, NY
  • Owasco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Merry-Go-Round Playhouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Emerson Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Lake Front Home

This historic home, beautifully positioned at north end of Owasco lake, dates back to the 1890’s and has been loving restored. The original structure was framed and finished in all heart redwood. It features a large wrap around front porch and a second floor with a three season room and enclosed outdoor porch. The house sits on 1 1/2 acres with 150 feet of lake frontage with a dock.
The atrium, living room and dining area are all in an open space with a clear story staircase to the second floor.
These rooms feature redwood paneling, fluted columns and carved beams. The dining area connects to a large modern, fully equipped kitchen with counter space seating for breakfast or lunch. A sliding glass doors leads to an outdoor patio, grilling area and campfire pit.
There is one large downstairs bedroom with a full private bathroom.
There are five bedrooms upstairs. Three have a full private bathroom and two have a full shared bathroom.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Owasco Lake. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 4 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Owasco Lake and 7 minutes by foot from Emerson Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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

  • Recycling

Policies

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Historic Lake Front Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Lakefront Home – Perfect for Family Gatherings

We stayed at this spacious and charming home to celebrate my son's graduation from Syracuse University, and it was the perfect choice. With nine of us in the group, the house had more than enough space for everyone to spread out and relax comfortably. It’s an older home full of character, which means it comes with a few quirks—like some sticky kitchen drawers and smaller showers—but nothing that took away from the overall comfort and cleanliness of the space.The highlight was definitely the location. The house faces a beautiful lake, offering stunning views throughout the day. Just a short walk down the road is a lovely park, perfect for morning strolls or evening relaxation. Plus, it’s very close to Skaneateles, which made exploring the area easy and enjoyable.If you're looking for a peaceful, scenic getaway with plenty of room for a group, this home is a great choice. We’d absolutely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

My 2nd time staying at this house and absolutely love it! The spacious layout on the first floor, the huge bedrooms, the view of the lake!! Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Skaneateles Hockey Tournament

We came to watch our boys in a hockey tournament. They were staying with the team in a hotel so we decided last year. To rent this house and couldn't be happier with the accaccommodations of John and Jamie. Great place. this property and t
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

joy h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cousin’s Weekend

Well set up for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay for wedding at Emerson Park

Great location...very convenient to Emerson Park. Large house great for families!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lake vacation

We stayed at this gorgeous lake home for 4 nights at the end of August 2024. It was perfect for our whole family including all the grandkids. Our 6 year old grandson said “it would have been really perfect if there were kitties”. We rented a boat from Owasco Marina. I would advise that you bring your own toiletries, only hand soap was provided. Also, if you want separate towels for the beach, bring your own. The current instruction manual is outdated, it lists a previous owner, so follow the email instructions. There is a fire pit, but the wood was not split or aged well. Other than the above minor inconveniences, it was a perfect week.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Travis H.

July 2024 Wedding

The house was huge and the lake was amazing for wading in on hot days. The house has a few quirky elements as many old houses do (lots of doors, lots of light switches) but the place was perfect for our family attending a our sons wedding at Emerson park. The front porch was amazing…we just
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location. A bit of confusion over soap availability but we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vrbo

Great old house with lots of setting room and wraparound porch. Big lawn area for kids to run. Lake front with dock, much room, much fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for big family

A lovely functional house with everything our extended family needed for a week vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TYLER T., Annandale Va

Liked: Cleanliness

college reunion on the lake

Comfortable bedrooms, updated AC and well-maintained original woodwork
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gay G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended family weekend

The house was clean and spacious with a warm inviting atmosphere. The view and yard were made for enjoyment. We had a large group and it was so nice that bedrooms and bathrooms were in abundance. The dining table was made for this type occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous porch, great for a big group!

We had a fantastic stay here as basecamp for our wedding weekend. The proximity to Emerson Park was convenience itself, but beyond that, the house was a beautiful place for getting ready photos, and a great hangout spot for our group the night before the wedding. The wraparound porch was heaven on a late spring evening and I wish we could have stayed longer. The numbers of beds and baths was enough for our group of 12. We even had enough space for waltz practice :) The host was extremely communicative and kindly accommodated an early check-in. I would recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Osee N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Quick & Fun Overnight Trip!

We stayed one night for my daughter's 16 birthday. She did shopping and dinner in Skaneateles with friends, and then back to the property to hang out for the evening/night! There were 11 of us total and the house provided LOTS of room and choices for sleeping accommodations! Its a HUGE place with lots of room and easy access to Owasco Lake (right across street) or a short drive to Skaneateles! Its a fun property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house

My main complaint was the listing said basic soaps To me that should include shower soap- all other places I have stayed have as well as shampoos We arrived at the property at 10 pm and had to go out to the store to buy soap so we could all shower in the morning That was the major disappointment. Otherwise the house is spacious and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ron L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family weekend house

Great for a family weekend. Close to Emerson Park and Springside Inn. We had a banquet to attend at Springside Inn and this locstion has only a 5 minute drive
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T., Pittsford

Liked: Cleanliness

Guys trip

Went in October for a trip with some old friends. Property was beautiful. Plenty of space for 7 of us. Wrap around deck over looking the lake was awesome. Kitchen and grill met all of our needs. The owner was very accommodating and responsive. Would highly recommend this property for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee D., Syracuse, usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our extended family attending a wedding

Plenty of bedrooms, dining and sitting areas for our family group of 12 adults and 1 child. The well appointed kitchen allowed us to prepare meals for all of us. Walking distance to Emerson park. It is an older house with great charm and plenty of porch space. It is in the process of updating not reflected in site photos. Recommend if attending a wedding at Emerson Park!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lynette M.

Owasco Lake

Great location and very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We stayed here Labor Day weekend with a group of 12 people. The location is great and the house has lots of room inside and outside. The owner is working to update the house and it is evident throughout the house. They were very responsive to questions and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Five of my women friends and I stayed at this beautiful home for a long weekend. It was the perfect spot for us to relax, catch up with each other and have a great time. The front porch overlooking the lake was the perfect place to spend a good amount of our time. The house is large and beautiful. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette weekend

10 of us stayed here for a bachelorette weekend. We were all able to have our own comfortable bed and what felt like our own bathrooms. Perfect place for what we needed it to accomplish. Huge yard and right across the road from the lake. Host was very responsive with any questions
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023