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Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams 6bd/4 bath- Level lakefront Home sleeps 14!

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Gorgeous and expansive, this private beachfront has it all!
Watch a movie or entertain guests in this beautiful and spacious great room!
This impressive cobblestone fireplace is over 100 years old.
These comfortable leather swivels from Pottery Barn are perfect for entertaining
This gorgeous cobblestone billiard room is a show stopper!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14603.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Auburn, NY
  • Place, Owasco Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Second level bedroom #1

2 Queen Beds

Second level bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Second level bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed

Second level bedroom #5

1 Queen Bed

Second level bedroom #6

1 Queen Bed

Second Level Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main level half bathroom #5

Toilet

Second Level Bathroom #1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Level Bathroom #4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Level Bathroom # 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Level Bathroom # 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams 6bd/4 bath- Level lakefront Home sleeps 14!

Summary:
Welcome to The Samuel Adams House! Nestled on the east side of Owasco Lake in Auburn, NY, this wonderful estate was the former summer home of literary treasure, Samuel Hopkins Adams.

The Space:
This amazing stone Tudor was painstakingly renovated to its former glory and was recently introduced to rentals in July of 2019. It sits on over 1.2 private acres and has 6,500sf, sleeps 14 people and features 6 TRUE bedrooms all with queen beds, 4 1/2 bathrooms, 3 living rooms which includes a billiard room, chefs kitchen with high end appliances and 2 four seasons sitting porches. All four full bathrooms and the main level sitting porch have heated floors. There is also three separate forced air HVAC systems that provide air conditioning and/or heating to all areas of the home. There are two gas fire places. One in the billiard room and one in the great room.

The lakefront is truly impressive. This historic home boasts over 160 feet of private level lakefront. The fishing is amazing right off of the dock! We also have four kayaks, two paddle boards and a mooring buoy available for your enjoyment.

Please consider booking your stay and spend some time in a little piece of Auburns history on beautiful Owasco Lake!!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Moravia

Located in Moravia, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Harriet Tubman Home and Seward House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highland Park Golf Club and Anyela's Vineyards. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse or Falcon Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Auburn, NY

What's nearby

  • Owasco Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Emerson Park - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Merry-Go-Round Playhouse - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Skaneateles Lake - 26 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Cayuga Lake - 43 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandana Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Niles Gourmet Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Drifters - ‬24 min drive
  • Wolffy's Grill & Marina
  • ‪Owasco Yacht Club - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams 6bd/4 bath- Level lakefront Home sleeps 14! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams 6bd/4 bath- Level lakefront Home sleeps 14!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams 6bd/4 bath- Level lakefront Home sleeps 14!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams 6bd/4 bath- Level lakefront Home sleeps 14! located?

This Moravia holiday home is on the beach, steps from Owasco Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Frozen Ocean State Forest and Emerson Park. Ward W. O'Hara Agricultural Museum and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home and fun property. So much space for a large group. Having so many full bathrooms was great. The kitchen is spacious. The family room has a great view. The lake property and dock is very nice. Our whole group (14 of us) said we would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Spacious accommodations. Easy communications with owner. Plenty of kayaks and paddle boards available for use. Kids had a great time fishing off the dock, caught allot of red eyed rock bass. Very peaceful setting. Great vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house on an awesome lake

House is very nice and very comfortable. Lots to do nearby. Good fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Get Together

The property is absolutely wonderful. We had a great time fishing, playing pool, and just relaxing. The home is beautiful, plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcella W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best house for a large group

House and property were perfect for our family. Plenty of room for everyone. Noisy little kids up at 6 AM had a playroom downstairs away from the bedrooms! Great weekend for a nearby family wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and welcoming

This house is large but still so warm and welcoming. Very well maintained. Lots of rooms to sit in and reflect. The stream alongside the home was a favorite. The views were all beautiful. The outdoor area was perfect for enjoying nice weather. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

martha d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had beautiful weather once again this year for our 4 day stay at the Lake House. Friends kayake

Large, clean and comfortable. Never left the property for anything, great get away. Would like to be open more of the windows especially in the bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna T., Constable NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lake property

Loved this beautiful home located on Owasco Lake..it was so perfect for our annual family getaway..so many awesome memories were made visiting by the fire pit and by the lake..we all enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks that were provided..the kitchen is beautifully updated and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare our meals..the billiards room is awesome..my husband’s favorite room..the bedrooms were beautiful and the beds very comfortable..The owner was always available to answer any questions or requests we had and was amazing to deal with.. Skaneatles is only a 20 minute drive and is a beautiful little town with great restaurants..I can’t say enough good about this home..I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen C., Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Lake Home

This home is amazing. It is located on Owasco lake and had the most stunning views. The sunsets were awesome. The bedrooms are spacious, and it had a big open kitchen, that was well stocked with plates, silverware, cups and many different types of glassware. The owner was extremely responsive and very easy to deal with. My family traveled from all over the country to attend a wedding in Auburn, which is a great town that had a selection of grocery stores, hair salons and any other service you may need. I would highly recommend this home and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenic property and house

My family (particularly my father) can be hard to please and this house was awesome!!! We had 14 people in our party at one point and everyone had plenty of space. There was so much to do from billiards, kayaking, fishing, enjoying the scenery by the fire pit, and/or staying indoors and warching TV. Everything was immaculate and neighborhood was so quaint and peaceful. Debbie was very responsive to questions and the communication overall was superb. Everyone had a great 4 day weekend. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for a Family Reunion!

We stayed at this location before and after Rick's renovation. He did a remarkable job. The outside is pure historic lakeside and the inside is perfectly modernized while keeping several beautiful stone walls and slate floors intact. Central air conditioning throughout, working gas fireplaces, a pool room, linens, modern kitchen with all essentials provided. The outside has everything you need- kayaks, stand up paddle boards, room for badminton, a dock, lounge chairs, outdoor grill, and a fire pit. Plan on getting all food needs from Wegmans, 25 minutes away in Auburn. For the hikers, check out Carpenter Falls about 15 minutes away by car. Quaint shopping and dining available in Skaneateles, 30 minutes away. Rick is available by text throughout the stay and responds immediately to any needs/concerns. A great property and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding house

House was great! There were 9 of us and we were able to spread out as there was 6 bedrooms. Some facing the lake. House was very clean and very well stocked. We loved kayaking everyday right off the property. Awesome weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendor and comfort

Beauty inside and out. Wonderful gathering places. Hope to stay again in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Fulton, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

The property was amazing. Clean, beautiful with many places where we could come together yet places we could find privacy to be by ourselves. The creek that bordered the property created wonderful sounds to fall to sleep to. Absolutely beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

The home is beautiful and communication with the property manager was a breeze. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful luxurious home!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay. The house is gorgeous and exactly as described. There was such much room to relax and unwind. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeniene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an amazing home. It met all of our expectations and more. We will be back !

We rented this home for a weekend Friendsgiving. It was perfect. The home is huge yet still warm and inviting. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed the Billiards room. The pictures don’t do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M., Pine Bush

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Home & Location

We had a fabulous stay. Loved the kitchen and dining area. The living room with windows to the lake was awesome each morning at sunrise. The billiard room was a huge hit. Would love to stay again in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice L., Painted Post, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S!!!!

Due to the pandemic, we were unable to celebrate my 80th birthday last year as a family. However, we celebrated Thanksgiving along with my 81st birthday at the Adams House this year. The rooms were lovely, beautifully decorated, and very spacious. My two daughter-in-laws and a son enjoyed preparing fantastic meals in the large kitchen. The area outdoors was very quiet and peaceful. We all enjoyed ourselves immensely!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dolorosa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Sam Adams house is an amazing place. The house is spacious and just as described. The lake front area is nice. The weather didn’t give us much opportunity to enjoy outside, but when the weather cleared, the night sky was absolutely amazing! The place is peaceful and quiet. We hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The home was beautiful and made for a terrific stay. Only issue we had was a little too far from the winery tours we were interested in but we made it work.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful lake house vacation!

Amazing lake house for a family vacation. Beautiful location and house is clean and comfortable! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

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