Directly on Skaneateles Lake, Expansive Deck; Boathouse & Dock

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Skaneateles, NY

Skaneateles Lake1 min walk
Lockwood Lavender Farm6 min drive
Otisco Lake34 min drive
Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)51 min drive

Our family had a great family getaway at Susie’s house. The house was very clean and had everything we needed to cook di...

Doreen C.

Sep 20, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Soothe your soul with the magic of "Sweet Dreams". A walk along the stone steps, surrounded by lush landscaping will lead you to the new expansive, lakefront deck.
Endless views of the pristine water of Skaneateles Lake affords you the perfect place to chill & relax, or inspire you to walk the extensive stairs for a swim, paddle or sail in the lake.

The home's revitalized interior has a genuine lake feel. "Sweet Dreams" offers an open floorplan, new furnishings, fully stocked kitchen including indoor & outdoor dinnerware, with a stately stone fireplace for enhanced ambiance.
New multi-zone air conditioning, venting & heating system is in place, as well as all new windows & doors with no see screens for the days when you prefer the sweet lake fresh air.
Please note that there are many stairs down to the lake and this is not wheelchair accessible.

The views are what drew us to this property. Caring for and enjoying the creation of the home's interior, outside 1500 sq ft.deck & landscaping is our labor of love & pride.
Skaneateles is the best-kept secret for a true village with unique shops, and an abundance of excellent restaurants with an updated, yet historic feel. Skaneateles Lake is triple A-rated and offers the rare treat of swimming in clean cool water.

Property manager

Susie Birchenough

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Events are for only guests.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Liability Waiver must be signed before booking is complete. NO WET CLOTHES ON INSIDE FURNITURE. PLEASE CONSERVE WATER.

TAKE ALL FOOD OUT OF REFRIGERATOR; AND TRASH TO DUMPSTER LOCATED AT TOP OF CARLTONS CLIFF UPON DEPARTURE

PICK UP AFTER EACH MEAL; DO NOT LEAVE FOOD, OR DIRTY DISHES AFTER EACH MEAL. PLEASE KEEP IN CONDITION AS WELL AS YOU FOUND IT UPON ARRIVAL.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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: 12

Note from host: Events are for only guests.

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

About the area

Skaneateles

Located in Skaneateles, this holiday home is on a lake. Anyela's Vineyards and White Birch Vineyards Tasting Room are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Skaneateles Lake and Bahar Nature Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

Skaneateles Lake - 1 min walk
Carpenter Falls - 5 min drive
Lockwood Lavender Farm - 6 min drive
Anyela's Vineyards - 10 min drive
Otisco Lake - 34 min drive

Getting around

New York State Fair Station - 34 min drive
Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

Anyela's Vineyards - 9 min drive
Amber Inn - 30 min drive
1820 House - 30 min drive
Lakeside Vista - 29 min drive
Niles Gourmet - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Directly on Skaneateles Lake, Expansive Deck; Boathouse & Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Directly on Skaneateles Lake, Expansive Deck; Boathouse & Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Directly on Skaneateles Lake, Expansive Deck; Boathouse & Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Directly on Skaneateles Lake, Expansive Deck; Boathouse & Dock located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Skaneateles Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Carpenter Falls and Bahar Nature Preserve. Niles Town Hall is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Doreen C.

20 Sept 2023

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

Family Getaway

Our family had a great family getaway at Susie’s house. The house was very clean and had everything we needed to cook dinner at night. The view from the house is breathtaking. The village of Skaneateles is lovely and we felt very welcomed. Looking forward to visiting Skaneateles again. Doreen

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S., Palm City, FL

31 July 2023

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

Amazing property

Our stay at “Sweet Dreams” was just that. The home is lovely and the view of the lake from the minute you enter the house is mesmerizing. My two adult sons and family joined us for a week of fun. My 7yr old grandson attended day camp at Baltimore Woods during our stay. The kitchen had everything we needed for meal preparation. I cannot say enough to encourage you to rent this property. There are many stairs to the lake but a little exercise is good for you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Laurie C.

31 July 2023

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

Sibling vacation

This property is exactly like the pictures as shown, an amazing spot and a very well appointed home. The lake was amazing and Susie patiently answered all of our questions along the way with great local knowledge and tips. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

9 July 2023

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

Incredible Views!!

Great property, amazing deck, perfect lake house! We loved our stay here, great location on a gravel road on the W side of the lake. House had nice furnishings. Susie was very responsive and we arrived to a cute welcome gift. Only comment would be that this is a nicely renovated cottage - with that, ceilings are a little low and overhead lighting is limited - it gets dark in the evenings as the sun sets.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D., Seattle, WA

22 June 2023

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

Great family lake house!

We stayed with our toddler, one set of grandparents and one set of Aunt/uncle. It’s a great location about 15 min from downtown Skaneatles and lesss than 10 min to Carpenter’s Falls. The lake was a little cold but we enjoyed the kayaks and rented a pontoon boat for a day. So much fun!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susie Birchenough

Blair and Susie is are adventurers and lovers of nature. Their travels center around seeking places of magnificent nature.
Sweet Dreams fills this discovery and they created this home with many hours of creation together.

Why they chose this property

Being a native of Skaneateles Susie had been searching for the right property that drew her in for many years. When this property became available, she & Blair, knew this was the one. Together they put many hours of labor and passion to create this home with fine comfortable living quarters truly located on the most serene and beautiful part of the lake. This home wowed all of their senses while being infused with a great sense of serenity. They now share their home for just a few select weeks with those seeking the same.

What makes this property unique

THE VIEW!! Absolutely it was the view that Susie & Blair fell in love with! That, and the fact that is on the most beautiful triple A rated lake they love,...and the stately stone fireplace.
The feeling of peace received in Sweet Dreams stills the mind and soothes the soul .
Skaneateles, a 10 minute drive, is a vibrant sweet historic village with an abundance of excellent restaurants and shops.
The Finger Lakes offers some of the most beautiful hiking with gorges and waterfalls, and an abundance of wineries and breweries.

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