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864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!

Photo gallery for 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!

A large barn with a metal roof, surrounded by a stone wall, and a grassy field in the foreground.
A lakeside park with benches and a large tree.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a leather chair, a cushioned bench, a glass table, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A wooden cabin with a white door, a window, and a sign above the door reading "Hitchin' Post".
A kitchen with a wooden island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Skaneateles, NY
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Finger Lakes
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!

Covered front porch overlooking the countryside. A great place to relax with a glass of wine/ beer and unwind.
Primitive lake access is just a few minutes away. No amenities at the primitive lake access point.
Lake access with amenities is located in the village of Skaneateles. Just a 10 minute drive from the farm. There is a public beach area, with benches along with public restrooms. Restaurants, delis, pubs and shops within walking distance from the beach in Skaneateles. Bicycling, motorcycling, hiking trails, golf, apple and pumpkin picking, wineries, restaurants, and shopping all within 10 to 20 minute drive.
Or, you can hang out and try your hand at farm life. This is a great opportunity to introduce yourself and your children to livestock and animal care. Help feed, clean and water the animals, groom animals, or collect eggs from our free-range chickens.
Kayaks and adult life jackets are available. Along with a fire pit, Weber grill, washer and dryer, outdoor seating, yard games, and board games.
There is something for everyone! Come and check it out!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No dogs on furniture or at the barn.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2910636vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Skaneateles

Located in Skaneateles, this cabin is in the city centre and on a lake. John D. Barrow Art Gallery and Skaneateles Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Song Mountain Resort and Vesper Hills Golf Club. Ready for a night out? Consider Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards and Beak & Skiff Apple Hill Campus. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Skaneateles, NY

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Finger Lakes - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Syracuse University - 35 min drive - 47.9 km
  • JMA Wireless Dome - 39 min drive - 49.7 km
  • Cornell University - 55 min drive - 76.0 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 40 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glen Haven Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Loft - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Vista - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Milkhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Amber Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles! located?

Located in the heart of Skaneateles, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Skaneateles Lake and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Finger Lakes. Otisco Lake and John D. Barrow Art Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cute farm cabin, friendly host, friendly animals. Fenced in yard for our dog. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly beautiful setting and house. The house perfectly accommodated our family of 4 plus dog. The gated area around the house allowed our dog to explore which was wonderful after long drives toWatkins Glen and Niagara Falls. The location is ideal for day trip or a relaxed day in Skaneateles. Ashlie was so kind and generous. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend staying here! This place was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly what my wife and I were looking for in our week-long visit to Skaneateles and Auburn. The house was very clean and comfortable and Ashlei was a great host and was very welcoming - even spent time to introduce us to all the animals on the farm. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to make home cooked meals to balance all the great restaurants in town. Highly recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location and hospitality

Great location, and hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I and our two dogs loved our stay at the Hitching post. It was one of the most relaxing getaways we've ever had. The fenced in porch was great! It was perfect to sit outside with our dogs and not have to worry about them. Having a cup of coffee in the morning with the horses in the field next to us was wonderful and so beautiful to look at. Ashley was great! She was so kind and was happy to show us around the farm. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The farm was great, such a good experience and pleasure to meet the animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully enjoyed our stay. Our host was friendly and accommodating. I also appreciate the earlier-than-normal check-in time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely getaway for the whole family

My family had a great stay at The Hitching Post. The quiet setting, beautiful sunsets, horses as your neighbors is exactly what we all needed for a mid summer getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic place, in close proximity to the town and the lake. Seeing all the farm animals every day was a big bonus. All amenities were in great working order. Comfortable beds, nice kitchen. Overall, one of the most enjoyable vacations! Will come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin stay

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Hitchen Post. Accommodations were clean, inviting ..and Ashlie was an amazing host. We loved being on a working farm (Ashlie was kind enough to take time to introduce us to all of her wonderful animals). The cabin is near town , so a great place to stay. Everything we needed for our stay was at our fingertips. We could not have asked for more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country peace.

The bunkhouse was adorable. It was clean, bed was very comfortable. Ashlie is a great host. I got to meet all of the animals. Just a nice place to unplug and relax!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ashleigh was a fabulous host. She made extra effort to engage our two young kids in feeding animals at the farm and was super pet friendly. The house was a quaint retreat and was perfect for our two kids and dog to stay along with us. With all of the Skaneateles amenities nearby and yet tranquility in the country, it was a great place to stay. Highly reccomend. And we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect location with hospitable host!

Clean and comfortable cottage with wonderful porch overlooking the horses in the field. Toiletries basket was a nice touch! Soft towels in the bathroom, comfortable bed, and nice cold air conditioning for sleeping well in the humid summer. Ashleigh was absolutely delightful to talk with and took a lot of time to show us around the barn, meet the pets and farm animals, and even allowed my daughter to groom and lead one of the horses. Our whole family enjoyed the stay here and would certainly come back and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family stayed here for a week this summer, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The property itself was immaculately clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything a family could need for a relaxing stay.What truly set this stay apart and made it so special was the incredible hospitality from our host, Ashlie. She was so welcoming and exceptionally helpful throughout our visit. The absolute highlight for our daughters was when Ashlie took the time to introduce them to her animals and even let them help brush a horse. It was a magical moment for them and a memory our whole family will cherish.We cannot recommend this property highly enough, especially for families. If you're looking for a comfortable, convenient, and truly welcoming place to stay, look no further. We are already dreaming of our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice quiet getaway and very dog friendly

The property is beautiful. Owner did a fantastic job making it dog friendly. Entire property is fenced so your pup can be free to roam and porch is also gated. The property is a working farm so the Owner actually stays in the back of the cottage in an attached studio apt which it does not mention but Ashlie was great! The area is very peaceful but if you are looking for lake time you may want to look elsewhere. The public lake access is about a mile away but very very small and no room for parking or even a spot to sit. If your idea is to just get away and relax at the cottage then I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely fantastic!

I must say, this is one of the greatest fines in all the years I’ve been using VRBO. As a premier host myself, I was totally impressed by this property and the host. Small beautiful farm and the cabin has its own private yard. My dog was able to roam without me having to worry and even exposed to horses. The cabin is beautiful and well equipped and I would stay there again in a minute. Breakfast on the front porch every morning and enjoying the mama deer and her babies in the fields. The host could not have been more helpful and a delight to talk with. We were looking for a place to just relax and wander and this place was the right choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay .. very relaxing setting with the cutest group of animals to visit with! The host is lovely and stocked the space with all essentials .. would def recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled with our two adult children and our pup! Everyone had a great time. Plenty of room and fenced in yard for our dog. We would recommend this property. Ashlie was extremely helpful and took us to the lake to boogie board. We had a great little trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, clean, perfect spot to unplug and relax in the most peaceful setting! It was a scenic, 10 minute drive into the village. Ashlie was a lovely host and we enjoyed getting the opportunity to talk with her and interact with the animals. Our family of 5 (children ages 15-20), plus our puppy, would go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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