Cayuga Lake Escape! Private Dock on Wine Trail + Fire Pit. Great for Groups.

Escape to this spacious, elevated A-frame on Cayuga Lake, perfectly designed for large groups and families. Located just ten minutes from Seneca Falls along the renowned Wine Trail, this 5-bedroom retreat features 4 King beds and a large open kitchen built for gathering. Enjoy stunning waterfront sunsets from the deck or head down to your private dock for direct lake access. Whether you are sipping local Rieslings, paddling the water, or hosting a getaway with friends, this peaceful home is the ultimate base to sip, sail, and gather.

Setting the coffee maker for just before sunrise, you will be looking forward to getting up early at our Cayuga Lake House retreat. As the sun’s rays break the horizon to touch down on the water, all your stress will simply melt away. While you sit on the deck sipping your fresh coffee overlooking Cayuga, you begin to contemplate what activities the day has in store. Whether you plan to explore all of the Cayuga Wineries, jump over to the Seneca Wineries, or take a boat or kayak out on Cayuga…your day is going to be amazing.

If your previous night included fun at the del Lago Casino and you need a little more rest, every room has blackout shades to extend your slumber. A recovery day at the house is inviting. The well stocked kitchen holds a large island with seating and is a great place to gather as meals are being prepared. The dining area opens to the deck by large French doors, allowing for family board games to be played and memories to be created. For those wanting to sit back and relax, the living room contains a sectional sofa and a pull-out queen sleeper sofa. Moving back to the sun room, there is another pull-out queen sleeper sofa, TV, and convertible gaming table that has foosball, minipool, and table hockey. The sun room is also the main entry point for the home.

With three of the five bedrooms having lake views, everyone will feel “at the lake”. The other two rooms have their bonuses as well. The second upstairs room, being the “kids” room, has a low loft twin bed with a rolling trundle twin bed and TV; the kids will have a space of their own. The main floor bedroom is the other room without a direct lake view. However, it is also one of the largest, again with its own TV, and most accessible as it is on the main floor with the main floor full bath and walk-in shower just across the hall. A perfect room for those that have difficulty navigating lots of stairs.

Going down one more flight of stairs, you enter the walk-out basement level. This area contains two large bedrooms, each with views of the lake. Both bedrooms have king sized beds, large closets, and a TV in each room. There is also a full bathroom on this floor with a walk-in shower. This level is where you will find the full sized washer and dryer as well.

Walk down the driveway and cross the road to your own lake access and private dock (Open Memorial Day-Labor Day). Sixteen steps down to the lake and you are ready to jump in your kayak to explore. The north part of Cayuga is shallow and does freeze in the winter. Thus, during these months, the dock is pulled out of the water. Also something to keep in mind if you plan to bring your boat is your boat’s draft. Make sure to check the depth chart! There is a boat launch just 1.5 miles away at the Cayuga State Park for easy access to the water.

We love our Cayuga lake house due to its proximity to Seneca Falls restaurants, the Cayuga and Seneca Wine Trails, multiple colleges and universities, shopping at the Premium Outlets in Waterloo, going to hike in the Fingerlakes National Forest, exploring the sight and sounds at the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge or simply hanging out at the house. During the college bowl season, every room has a TV. With BYOSS (Bring Your Own Streaming Service) and >200GB download internet speeds, you can choose your game by walking from one room to another.

Guest Access:
Contactless check in with keypad entry
Entire house, private yard and dock/lake shore

Other Notes:

- NY Chiropractic School - 2.5 miles away
- Hobart and William Smith College - 16 miles away
- Cornell University - 37 miles away
- Ithaca College - 38 miles away
- Syracuse University - 43 miles away
- Home is fully furnished with linens, pillows, and towels. A starter pack is provided for cleaning supplies
- Route 89 is the main North/South thoroughfare on the West side of Cayuga between Seneca Falls and Ithaca. The road can be busy at times and care should be taken when crossing to the dock/lake
- The steps to the two downstairs bedrooms are a bit steep and shallow. Please take care when going up and down these steps
- Full size washer and dryer are available for use during your stay
- Cleaning company takes extra precautions for sterilization and preventing the spread of COVID
- Ring Security Cameras with spotlights are located at the exterior front and exterior back of home. There are no security cameras in the home or private spaces.


We are delighted to welcome your furry family members! To ensure a comfortable and respectful stay for all our guests and neighbors, please kindly adhere to the following pet rules:

We welcome ONE, well-behaved dog weighing up to 60 pounds.
Prior Approval Required: All pets must be pre-approved before booking
Pets must be listed on reservation when booking

Pet friendly with a one-time fee of $78.50 (dogs only)

Our Pet Policies:
- Leash Policy: Pets must be kept on a leash at all times when outside the house and within common areas of the property.
- Waste Disposal: Owners are responsible for immediately cleaning up after their pets, both indoors and outdoors. Please dispose of waste in the designated outdoor trash bins.
- Furniture & Bedding: Please do not allow pets on furniture or beds. If your pet typically uses furniture, please bring protective covers or blankets to place over our furnishings.
- Noise Control: Please ensure your pet's barking or noise is kept to a minimum, especially during quiet hours (e.g., 10 PM - 8 AM) to respect our neighbors.
- No Unattended Pets: Pets should not be left unattended in the house unless they are crated. If you leave the property, your pet must accompany you or be safely crated.
- Damage Responsibility: Pet owners are fully responsible for any and all damages caused by their pet(s) to the property, furnishings, or landscaping. Any additional cleaning required beyond normal wear and tear will be charged to the guest.
- Flea & Tick Prevention: For the health and comfort of all, please ensure your pet is up-to-date on flea and tick prevention treatments.
- Designated Pet Areas: Please keep pets off any areas not designated for guest use (e.g., specific garden beds, neighbor's yards).
- No Pets in Bathrooms: For hygiene reasons, please keep pets out of bathrooms.
- Excessive Hair/Odor: While we expect some pet hair, excessive amounts or strong odors that require special cleaning may incur an additional cleaning fee.

Guests are responsible for any excessive pet related cleaning or damages. If we discover that your fur family came and is not on the reservation, there will be an additional charge of 50% more than the original pet fee. This is in effect because our cleaning crew comes prepared for the reservation and does not pack their kits for animal stays if they are not on the reservation, creating extra time and travel to get the unit ready for the next guest. Thank you for your understanding!

Thank you for helping us maintain a wonderful experience for all our guests, both two-legged and four-legged!