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Skaneateles Lake Cabin - Tennis, Kayaks & Dock

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Sport court

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Skaneateles, NY
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Syracuse University
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, New York State Fairgrounds
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Skaneateles

With a stay at this vacation home in Skaneateles, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Skaneateles Lake and Otisco Lake. .This vacation home is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from John D. Barrow Art Gallery and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Clift Park.
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What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Syracuse University - 33 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 35 min drive - 26.9 miles
  • Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview - 36 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • Destiny USA - 39 min drive - 27.3 miles

Getting around

  • New York State Fair Station - 29 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doug's Fish Fry - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Elephant and The Dove - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vermont Green Mountain Speciality Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Skaneateles Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Valentine's Delicatessen - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Skaneateles Lake Cabin - Tennis, Kayaks & Dock

Welcome to The Rower's Cabin — your perfect lakeside retreat on the pristine shores of Skaneateles Lake. Nestled on a manicured acre just 5 miles from the Village, this charming rustic cottage blends relaxation and recreation for families and friends of all ages.

2025 UPDATE: Brand-new red oak hardwood floors throughout and a beautifully updated kitchen make this cabin better than ever!

THE SPACE

The open floor plan is cozy and inviting, with two bedrooms sleeping up to 8 guests.

•Bedroom 1: Queen bed, 2 twin bunk beds — ideal for families.
•Bedroom 2: Queen bed.
•Living Room: Sofa bed/couch.

Enjoy fast Wi-Fi (489 Mbps), a 50" HDTV with Roku, Netflix & HBO Max, a dedicated workspace, and an in-unit washer/dryer.

OUTDOOR LIVING

The entire cabin and full one-acre property are yours to enjoy! Spend your days on the water with shared beachfront access located just to the northwest of the cabin, complete with a private dock and two complimentary kayaks.

Challenge friends on your very own private Har-Tru tennis court!

(Note: The court is available to guests at all times except when used by my tennis league on Mondays 9:30–11:30 AM, Wednesdays 10:30 AM–12:00 PM & 6:00–8:00 PM, and Fridays 9:00–10:30 AM).

LOCATION & HIGHLIGHTS

Perfectly located at the 5-mile point of the 16-mile lake — just 8 minutes to the charming Village of Skaneateles, 25 minutes to Syracuse University, and 45 minutes to Cornell.

•Skaneateles Brewery: Craft beers in a taproom overlooking Skaneateles Creek
•Anyela's Vineyard: Award-winning Finger Lakes wines just across the lake
•Mr. Pudder's: Classic mini golf & ice cream (kids love it!)

THINGS TO NOTE

•Self check-in is easy via the secure lockbox.
•Saturday-to-Saturday 7-night minimum preferred in July and August.
•Feel free to message us about alternative dates and pricing — we love accommodating reasonable requests!
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Skaneateles Lake Cabin - Tennis, Kayaks & Dock Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Exactly as advertised - clean, well-equipped, comfortable beds, nice bath and kitchen. Owner was attentive and timely. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Charming

We stayed during Syracuse U graduation. It was a charming cottage and so nice to get away from the crowds in town when not at a ceremony.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph B.

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

Fishing

Gr4at time good location. Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Corinne B.

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

Nice Woodsy Cottage

The cottage was clean and located near the lake. However, it lacks air conditioning (important to know especially during a heat wave) and other amenities, such as paper products and only 2 bath towels provided. The lawn and garbage also needed attention (garbage overflowing outside bins).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

not ready for prime time

no air conditioning a hole in the floor and not up to standards; the door did not lock too small for three adults; no bedroom dresser or mirror the tennis court was booked by the community and not for private use as expected
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Excellent property and very responsive host

We rented the property for a family wedding weekend in Skaneateles and it was great for my wife, her sister and our twin 8 year olds. The kids loved the water and all the space to run in the yard and the adults enjoyed the fire pit, tennis courts and cozy living area/kitchen. Excellent property and will definitely be back for more stays. Had a few questions for the host during the stay and he was able to respond within minutes. Great experience overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon & P.

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

Upscale Cabin in the Woods

We loved our stay! The cabin has been fully renovated with new appliances, a smart TV, upscale furnishings, and comfortable beds with high quality linens. We enjoyed the beach/dock on a daily basis. The cabin is within 20 steps from well-maintained clay tennis courts. We highly recommended this home. We'll be back for another visit next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022