Vacation rentals with lake access in Cayuga Lake

Staying at Mara's house was exactly what we needed to welcome in 2025. The house itself is immaculate, well appointed, comfortable and has incredible lakefront views to tie it all together. Getting around the Cayuga Lake area was so easy from where the house is located and there are even some incredible wineries and breweries minutes away. The layout and setup of the house was very thoughtfully done and everything we needed (and more) was there. 10/10 excellent stay.

Second time we’ve stayed here and I’m sure there will be a 3rd! Beautiful spot, dog friendly, clean and peaceful! Absolutely no complaints! Thanks for a great weekend!

This Airbnb was the perfect fall getaway! We visited the lake to soak in the autumn vibes, and this spot exceeded our expectations. There was plenty of room for our group of five, and the host’s recommendations made our trip even better. While the area is known for summer fun, I think fall might be the best time to visit. We had an amazing time exploring the charming shops, cozy restaurants, and stunning waterfront spots, plus the nearby vineyards are a must-see. Can’t wait to return next year when the leaves are changing again—absolutely loved our stay!

Our stay was great! Very spacious and great location. The views of the lake were beautiful! Nancy provided so much and made us feel very welcomed. She provided even some nice surprises and had great recommendations. Loved the location! The only downside for us personally (because we have children) you cannot swim off the dock. Under the water, it is covered with grass/seaweed. So even Nancy recommended not to swim there. HOWEVER, it made it the PERFECT place to fish! Which we did and caught so pretty big fish. We had a blast fishing. So it just depends on what you want for an on the water site. Don't care to swim? Then definitely have to check out this place!

My family and I had a great stay over the holidays. The place was as described, with three good sized bedrooms, nice bathrooms, and plenty of common space. Very dog friendly and games available to keep everyone occupied. It’s nicely set back from the road to feel more private and allow the dogs to roam in the yard without worry. We did leash the dogs by the lake because it was partly frozen but not totally. We enjoyed spending time by the fire and watching the snow fall, beautiful spot!

Carolyn's lake house is incredible. Our group only stayed for a night, but it was such a great time. The house has fantastic amenities, and the views of the lake are gorgeous. Make sure to take advantage of everything the house has to offer, especially the kayaks and canoes. Carolyn herself was also very kind and easy to communicate with. All in all, highly recommended, even for a short stay!

Our group of 10 adults had a wonderful visit to Skaneateles that was made far better by the beautiful home with an amazing view. The house was comfortable with plenty of seating both inside and on the expansive porch. Our host, Debbie, fostered easy communication. Wonderful house and the location can’t be beat!

A lovely, impeccably appointed, and yet affordable cottage right on Lake Cayuga and minutes from the center of Ithaca and Cornell. . Robert provides prompt and personal service to his guests. Highly recommended.

We had a very brief but wonderful stay! John was very easy to communicate with and everything was just as described. Lovely place, lovely town.

This was a perfect stay on Waneta Lake. Host was responsive and helpful. Would recommend.

Joan was a great hostess and her place was a 10/10. It had everything we could need with the most spectacular views.

Absolutely loved the apartment and location. Cozy space and well stocked. A real home away from home vibe.

Seth and Annie are ALWAYS great hosts when my family comes from out of town to stay! Their place is absolutely beautiful, clean, great artwork throughout, just the right amount of kitchen space for the length of the stay. Thank you!

Erika was an amazing host. Very responsive, friendly, and just pleasant to work with. The apartment was perfect, clean, quiet, and in a nice location right near the lake. The kitchen was well-stocked, and the complimentary wine bottle was a nice touch (and delicious)! Clear instructions were laid out and we were given local recommendations. Overall, it was a great place in a great location, and Erika was an A+ host!

Loved staying at the cottage! Very peaceful, perfect for one person or a couple visiting Geneva. Quick drive to town but in a quiet area. Would absolutely stay here again!

David & Debby are wonderful hosts! We had a cold and rainy weekend for our stay, but their cozy home was just perfect to keep us warm and snug. Comfy beds, squeaky clean, and such a beautiful view. We will definitely be back!

We absolutely loved staying in Megan's House. We definitely would love to return someday. Roy and Molly are wonderful hosts. The place was clean and comfortable. Just be aware the shower area is small and a larger person may have difficulty using it. We also came at dark and it is a little off the beaten path, but we'll worth it.

Fantastic lake house, spotlessly clean, and exactly as described. Tons of thoughtful touches. The host Katie was great to communicate with - responses were always timely. Sitting in the living room or on the deck feels like being on the prow of a ship. We were a group of 3 and everyone loved it. One of the best AirBnBs I’ve ever stayed at. Possibly the best. No…it was definitely the best. Would 100% return. Thanks so much!

We had such a nice stay here! It was a quick last minute one night getaway and it was perfect! The host was so accommodating and responsive. The place was spotless and the little welcome package was so cute and thoughtful!

The place is much nicer than it looks in the photos. Well equipped and extremely clean. Everything was perfect! Highly recommended.

Jesse’s cottage was super cozy. It felt like our home away from home. The location was in a pretty central spot. we weren’t far from any of the wineries. The backyard view of the lake was stunning. We would definitely stay at Jesse’s cottage again.

Had a lovely girls trip here, beautiful location and a super cozy cabin to spend a relaxing weekend in!

Such a cute cottage right in the Lake. Had everything you could possibly need and Kevin was very responsive in answering my questions. Had such a great time sitting on the deck watching the sunrise. We will be back!

Beautiful little cottage, perfect for a couples getaway weekend.