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Sunset Lover's Dream! Lakefront Cottage on Otisco!

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campfire over the lake
Open living space
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Beautiful new deck and gas grill for lakeside dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 459.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Marietta, NY
  • Otisco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Skaneateles Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Syracuse University
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Sunset Lover's Dream! Lakefront Cottage on Otisco!

This recently renovated cottage is located on 60' of lake frontage on Otisco Lake. Enjoy everything lakefront living has to offer in a cute little package! The cottage is on a rare flat lot! There is easy access to the water from the sloping beach to take out the kayaks, paddle board or paddle boat. Take in the beautiful sunsets while sitting in the backyard by the fire! The cottage is located just 20 minutes from the Village of Skaneateles and 30 minutes from Syracuse University and SUNY Cortland.

Otisco Lake is great for the avid fisherman. It is especially good for walleye, trout and tiger musky fishing, while bass and panfish are also abundant. Whether you prefer fishing, tubing, jet skiing or just a casual ride on the water, Otisco lake offers it all. Come with your personal watercraft or rent one from one of the local marinas and dock right outside the backdoor at the personal dock (available May - September).

The space is perfect for a romantic getaway or a family vacation for a small family. It has been recently renovated with brand new hickory cabinets, vaulted ceilings and beautiful wood trim. There is a large leather sofa and oversized chair to relax after a day of fun in the sun as well as a separate living space with full views of the lake. The open floor plan allows views of the lake and sunset from virtually every angle.

There are a variety of books and games to pass the time on a rainy day as well as 2 smart TVs where you can access your favorite apps with your personal sign on information. There is also a designated workspace in the bedroom to set up your laptop and catch up on emails or take a conference call with privacy.

The kitchen is fully equipped with pots and pans and utensils as well as a spice rack. There is also an instant pot, toaster, microwave and coffee maker.

There is a queen bed in the bedroom with large drawers underneath for plenty of storage as well as a loft with two twin mattresses accessible by ladder. Guests using the loft need to be able to navigate a ladder.

Although a lake front home is thought of as a summer destination, this cottage is the perfect getaway year-round. Enjoy the fall foliage, apple orchards, local wine tours, great hiking, downhill skiing, quaint villages and so much more all year through!

You will have full access to the entire cottage. There is a locked shed outside that we keep lawn equipment and some personal belongings in. Everything else is for your use!

We do live a few hours away, however, I am available by cell anytime you need. The front door has a wifi enabled keypad and we have cameras at the front and back doors with two way voice communication to help with anything that may come up.

The cottage is set on a small private road off of Otisco Valley Road. It is a quarter mile from a local convenience store and a marina where you can dock your boat or rent one for the day!

Property manager

Vicki Kessler
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Best suited for 5 yrs and older.
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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
Guests using the loft must be able to navigate a ladder.
No Parties or excessive guests
The cottage is in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoy yourselves, but please be aware of the neighbors and keep noise levels at a respectable volume.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marietta

Located in Marietta, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Skaneateles Lake and Bear Swamp State Forest, while John D. Barrow Art Gallery and Skaneateles Historical Society are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marietta, NY

What's nearby

  • Otisco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Skaneateles Lake - 18 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Anyela's Vineyards - 28 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Syracuse University - 34 min drive - 27.7 km
  • JMA Wireless Dome - 35 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 37 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glen Haven Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪1820 House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Vista - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Amber Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vernak's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Lover's Dream! Lakefront Cottage on Otisco! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Lover's Dream! Lakefront Cottage on Otisco!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Lover's Dream! Lakefront Cottage on Otisco!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Lover's Dream! Lakefront Cottage on Otisco! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Otisco Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Vesper Hills Golf Club and Skaneateles Lake. Song Mountain Resort and Bear Swamp State Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rona Lee W.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay here. The cabin is exactly as advertised, and the property owner was very accommodating and it was very much appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Quiet Retreat

Spent a wonderful relaxed quiet few days before the bustle of Christmas. The cottage is well-furnished, clean, and comfortable. We were the only occupied cottage when we were there and enjoyed the solitude on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Beautiful tiny cabin with views of the sunset!

Clean, bright spot on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

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

Awesome lakefront cottage!

Great property and accommodations . My group of 4 really enjoyed our stay and would recommend this location to anyone! Will definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

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

Stay at the lake

Was a nice place and nice surroundings. Everything was as described would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn z.

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

another great stay

every year gets better and better great time as usual
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heawon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved this property which looked out at the lake right in front. The host was very generous with things in the kitchen. I loved how the home was organized for efficiency. The area had a lot to offer with many things to do. I am really happy to have stayed here!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Relaxing getaway

We were looking for a small place on a lake to just get away and relax for a could days. This place was perfect. The cottage is one of the cleanest and best stocked rentals we have ever seen. Communication with the host was great too. She immediately responded to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

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

Otisco Lake cabin

My husband and I had a great time relaxing and exploring the area. The cabin was well stocked and perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn z.

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

GREAT WEEK ON THE LAKE

better then last year beautiful new deck a great stay see you next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Family visit

Had a lovley time The Lake House has a beautiful view of Otisco Lake the home has all the ementities needed for wonderdul family fun and relaxation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Very Pleasant

The cottage was so homey and the view was spectacular. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend the cottage. Fully furnished was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

anne a.

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

Lovely rental

Rental was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to cook. We really enjoyed having a campfire in the evening. Short drive to hikes, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Georgina A T.

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

Nice Small Lake Cottage

Cottage was clean but you should be aware there is limited closet space. Fine for a shorter stay, Fire pit was nice. Neighbors are close as is usually the norm for these types of cottages. Overall the noise level was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffon P.

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

Cozy Lake House

Nice getaway, right on the lake. The home was clean and perfect for a small family. The kayaks, paddleboard, and toys on site were just what we needed to enjoy the trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Calm Cottage Setting

Cute, tiny cottage on Otisco Lake fit with all the supplies you'd need for a relaxing stay~
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beautiful sunset views

Very nice home! Had some gorgeous sunsets. You have to be young and/or flexible to comfortably use the 2 twin beds in the loft. Bathroom is very tight.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

just perfect

this cottage was just perfect for my husband and me. We loved being right on the water. It was clean and well stocked with everything we could need. The host was very responsive. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed & leanne J.

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

Otisco lake cottage

This lake cottage has everything you need. Very nicely renovated. We loved sitting out on the deck and the fire pit at night. So much to do in the small towns. Ed and leanne from Mass.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Syracuse Graduation

Really cute and clean cottage! Stocked with everything! Would love to come back when we have more time to enjoy the lake! Our trip was short!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann P., Auburn, MA

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

Great Little Cottage!

The property was very well maintained and very clean, with great use of the space. It was right on the lake and we enjoyed using the kayaks and the fire pit while we were there. We did most of our meals there making full use of the well stocked kitchen and grilled almost every day. We took long walks with the lake view daily and ventured up to Skantealetes for some shopping. Would definitely recommend the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine N.

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

Otisco Homebase

This was our first visit to the Finger Lakes Region. After biking for a week along the Erie Canal, we used this place as home base for adventures to the state parks in Ithaca and Watkins Glen, the Montezuma wildlife preserve, Seneca Falls, and Skaneateles. It has a well-equipped kitchen and great lake views. While there is a small grocery down the road, there is a Wegman's in Ithaca and laundromats there as well. We mostly enjoyed sitting on the deck watching the eagles fly and fish jump in the morning and seeing the stars at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel S.

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

Winter lake trip

Rented this very nice cabin for a weekend of ice fishing with friends. House was just as advertised, very well equipped and with every modern convenience. House appears to have been recently remodeled too! We had a great time and Vicki was a pleasure to rent from. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

I enjoyed every minute of my stay! Peaceful and very tranquil!

Not having a washer and dryer was a little inconvenient, but my stay was a little longer than a few days. I did discover a grocery store a few minutes away with more amenities than expected for a small location. She shared the location for a laundromat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

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

Picturesque

Very nice cottage on the shore of Otisco Lake with a nice back deck and back yard for relaxing or using the firepit. Sunset from the back deck was awesome! Very quiet neighborhood. Provided kayaks and life jackets made for a nice lake experience. Heat pump worked well for heating or cooling. It was easy to get the interior temperature comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. Provided amenities were plentiful. We had to run the hot water a bit before it was hot, but once we realized that it was very good. Very good communication and guidance from the host. We plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Vicki Kessler

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I am a mother 5 children. Our two oldest are in college at NYU Stern and the University of Albany. Our middle daughter is a senior in high school and our two little guys are 10 and 6. My husband and I love to travel and explore new areas. The short-term rental community has been a great way to get to know new areas on a local level and I hope to bring the same feeling to my guests.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this lake house because of it's location in a quiet cove, the level ground that allows you to just walk right out to the water and of course, the beautiful interior. The surrounding area is also beautiful with rolling hills and farmland. On and off the water, we feel a sense of peace.

Languages:

English

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