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The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Romulus, NY
  • Place, Buttonwood Grove Winery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Thirsty Owl Wine Company
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪44 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.

The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!

Welcome to The French Cottage, your cozy lakefront retreat on the beautiful Cayuga Lake. Whether you're here to fish, hike at nearby Taughannock Falls, or simply relax and take in the stunning lake views, this charming vacation home has something for everyone.

Inside, you'll find plank flooring throughout and an open floor plan that's perfect for spending quality time together. The spacious galley kitchen is fully equipped for meal prep, and the dining table is a great spot to enjoy a homemade dinner or sip a glass of Finger Lakes wine.

There are three private bedrooms upstairs—one queen, one with two doubles, and one with two twin beds—so everyone has a comfy place to rest after a day of adventure. The cottage sleeps up to eight guests comfortably, making it a great choice for families or groups.

Just steps from your door, you'll have 60 feet of natural lake frontage to enjoy, along with a permanent dock perfect for fishing, launching a kayak, or soaking up the sun. The gradual slope of the lot makes it easy to access the water and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

When you want to explore the area, head to The Boathouse Beer Garden for a refreshing drink or visit nearby wineries like Buttonwood Grove and Hosmer Winery. For dining with a view, Wolffy's Grill and Marina is just a short drive away. And don't miss the breathtaking hikes and waterfalls at Taughannock Falls State Park, just minutes from the cottage.

This non-smoking, pet-free cottage offers three parking spaces and public water and septic service. It's a wonderful spot for a Finger Lakes vacation rental that combines comfort, location, and lakeside charm.

Book The French Cottage today and start making memories in the heart of Cayuga Lake!

Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests.

Note:
1. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes.
2. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description.
3. Air conditioning is not available unless listed as an amenity. If available, air conditioning is considered a seasonal amenity and is only available May 15 - October 15.
4. Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
5. Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes.
6. Outdoor amenities, including furniture/watercraft and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Cayuga Lake. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Cayuga Lake and a 2-minute drive from Buttonwood Grove Winery
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Romulus cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

FLPP requires a verbal confirmation within 48 hours of booking and a representative will reach out to you within 48 hours to review the reservation.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was as described and clean. The only negative-if you can call this a negative- is that there was no stash of plastic wrap or foil to wrap leftovers and no salt and pepper. Every place we have rented on VRBO had these.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon n.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great. Outdoors- lots of spiders on the dock!! Otherwise all good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time while staying at this cottage. We really loved being right on the lake and having 4 kayaks for the family to use. My boys loved taking nightly kayak adventures after dinner and fishing right off the dock.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

We had an amazing stay at the French Cottage! Two families of 3 stayed together so 4 adults and 2 children and it was perfect. The cottage is so charming. It was impeccably clean. Seriously so impressive! The kitchen is well stocked with basically every cooking gadget or appliance you could need along with tons of serving platters, dishes etc. We cooked at home in the morning and evenings and it worked out great. The washer and dryer came in handy as well. We loved using the kayaks, the suitcase holders in each room are such nice touches and the view from the deck is perfection. Super friendly neighbors were an added bonus! We were also so close to our 2 fav wineries in the area- Buttonwood and Six Eighty. Thanks for a great family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

Liked: Cleanliness

June vaca

This house was perfect for our family of 4! We absolutely loved the location right on the lake and used the kayaks and fire pit. We saw beautiful sunrises and enjoyed the peacefulness of the lake during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing weekend

Nice property, parking is tight ( 2 trucks and boat trailers) dock could use some attention
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend in the Finger Lakes

My wife and I had our first trip to the Finger Lakes. We wanted a waterfront property and found this house available. It was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for a great trip. Unfortunately the weather turned cold and rainy a few days so we only had one day to enjoy the back deck and the views. The property isn't in town and we liked that the area around it wasn't very populated. Nice and quiet stay. The property managers kept us informed on all matters and we didn't need them for anything but feel like they were available if we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness

French cottage

Well appointed. lovely property! The only thing that could have been better was the weather! Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

We loved the house as well as the lake view and access. Everything was clean and well-taken care of. We didn’t have any issues where we needed to contact the owners. The only complaint we had is that there weren’t more food options in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G., North Royalton, OH - USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakehouse

Great location and very quiet. The house was comfy and the amenities were appreciated. Being right on the lake was amazing and the provided kayaks were wonderful to pop out on the lake at any given time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage in a great location.

Cute cottage. Nice to have kayaks. Had all the basic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane V., Sussex, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

We loved the house, very spacious and comfortable. Great views! Definetly enjoyed being out on the deck and dock. Everything was just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, exactly as listed

Perfect location and exactly as listed. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Wine Trip

The house was in a perfect location for our girls wine trip. Booking and checking in was easy. The street was quiet and peaceful. We were able to have a boat pick us up from the dock. The weather didn’t allow us time to enjoy the outside amenities, but there are kayaks for use and a fire pit. Excellent stay that we all very much enjoyed! The house was clean and ready for our check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended family weekend

Finger lakes region is a unique place with plenty to offer. This lake house was clean updated with all lake house essentials kayaks, floaties and barbecue grill. Located central cayuga wine country between downtown Seneca Falls and Ithaca. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful lake getaway

The house was the perfect location for our Finger Lakes vacation. Being right in the water made for beautiful views morning and night, as well as easy access to the water to kayak and swim. The house had everything we needed, including chairs to use on the deck and at the water's edge. After exploring the Finger Lakes during the day, we enjoyed coming "home" to the lake house. neesed
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect mini getaway

My husband and I decided on a last minute honey moon. Our only regret was not staying longer! We had so much fun visiting tons of wineries, sitting by the lake and fishing, and just relaxing! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful property with us- we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice, upstairs very warm Air Conditioner did not work.

Friendship trip was fun.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bobbi h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette Weekend

This was perfect for our Bachelorette weekend! Clean and comfortable with amazing views!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable lake house with a view

Six adult women friends slept comfortably in this house for a long weekend. The full bathroom on first floor had a great shower and was roomy. Most of our awake time was spent traveling to various wineries and breweries in the area. There are many! We walked to a couple nearby. It was a bit windy and cool so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck and fire pit as we would have liked, but the kitchen table offered a nice view of the lake. The neighbor was friendly and checked in on us upon arrival. She gave us extra coffee and filters, but we did find filters on day 2 tucked away in a drawer. I, personally, would have enjoyed staying an extra couple of days to further explore the area. Would definitely choose this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melita F.

Liked: Cleanliness

French cottage beauty

Lake views stunning… clean and comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Stay

Great place to stay on the lake, close to breweries and wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day Weekend Get Away

Enjoyed a nice long weekend with family up on Cayuga lake. Very relaxing, beautiful weather exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023