Vacation rentals with lake access in Cortland County

We booked this home after changing our trip dates and losing the original house we rented. Boy, was it worth it!! The home is Beautiful! The views, natural light, huge master bathroom, and the most comfortable couch were just some of our favorite things. One of the bedrooms had kids' books and toys, and it was perfect for our 4-year-old daughter. The owners' communication with us was at its best! We look forward to returning next year!

The house was comfortable and the water views were peaceful.

Great stay on the lake. Tom was a very flexible and responsive host.

Was perfect for our short getaway, cleaning fee could have been reduced since we were there only 1 night and very little cleaning was needed

We had an absolutely wonderful stay! The house is spacious, spotless, and perfectly positioned right on the lake. The views were truly stunning—sunrises over the water were unforgettable. It was peaceful and cozy, yet close enough to town and nearby attractions. Communication with Ata was clear, friendly, and timely, which made everything super smooth. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing lakefront getaway, we’d love to come back!

Great place for our group. We had 9 adults and 2 kids. Enough space to not feel on top of each other. Those with children really appreciated the amount of amenities in the house for them: crib, toys, books, etc. Really appreciated the local recommendations and access to kayaks/paddleboats. Very responsive if you have a question or need a rec on what to do/where to go.

Enjoyed out time - sadly the weather wasn't the greatest but if you are here during the warmer weather I am sure it is fantastic. Very relaxing time and very clean home for our Easter weekend the home has a lot of space to spread out and enjoy reading etc. We had a lot of down time and everyone enjoyed the screened in area and the comfy beds sitting on the deck and the lake view. Pretty close to a few wineries and Wegman's which was great for all the meal prep as we didn't dine out much in the area but there are many places close by. A great time with our son from Syracuse Univ it was nice for him to get off campus and relax before stressful final projects and final exams and for us to meet him near SU- a little less than hour drive.

Had a lovely stay here, the natural beauty is truly to die for. Host was so accommodating and responsive. Will definitely return.

Shawn's place was a perfect lakefront retreat! Quick and easy communication. Photos were perfect. Clean and well stocked. Quiet and comfortable. There was a nice beach area, dock area to fish, and a kayak to use. Just a few minutes outside of town. I highly recommend to anyone staying near Ithica that wants to be lakefront.

Three of us stayed at Peggy’s place for a weekend and my only regret is not booking for longer! The location is a dream—right on the lake and only a few minutes drive from the farmer’s market and other must-see places in Ithaca. I hope to come back!

Cal and Lisa are perfect host. Property clean and hosts are very helpful in communication before and during our stay. Great location in downtown Caz.

My friends and I planned a weekend getaway. This was a perfect spot for the 5 of us. We had a wonderful stay in this complex which has 2 units. The unit downstairs, where we stayed, was clean, cozy, and had everything we needed. The backyard was a great bonus with comfortable chairs, a fire pit, and charming lights—perfect for relaxing in the evening. Eric (host) was incredibly accommodating and responsive through the app, text, and phone, and when we needed extra towels, they were provided very quickly. We highly recommend staying here! The place is within 20 mins drive to downtown Ithaca, various falls/parks, restaurants, bars, etc.

Robyn is wonderful! She is very helpful and incredibly kind. This place is paradise. A very peaceful and relaxing, home away from home. The amenities are wonderful, we were able to kayak and listen to some beautiful records, it was absolutely amazing! You will not regret staying here. Put it on your bucket list:)

We had the most wonderful stay at Amanda’s place! The space was exactly as described and perfect for our family while visiting our daughter at Colgate. We loved the location on the lake and views out the front windows. The house is about 3 miles from the Colgate athletic fields or a ten minute drive - 12 minutes if you’re going up the hill. Amanda was such a gracious and accommodating host with excellent communication. We will definitely be back!

I can’t say enough about how wonderful Peggy’s boat house is. This is my second time staying here and I have never stayed at the same ABB twice. This time I brought the kids because I wanted to share the beauty of this place and Ithaca and I knew they would love it. Sitting on the dock fishing and enjoying the views on Cayuga lake is so peaceful and relaxing. Peggy is a very welcoming host and keeps the place very tidy. There are so many things to do. Ithaca Falls is a very short drive away. Buttermilk Falls is a bit further away (not much) and is a beautiful hike. Great restaurants are nearby. I love the area and would love to come back someday.

Above and beyond what we anticipated...the view, the private patio, and the comfortable and clean cottage were delightful, as well as the hosts!!

We really enjoyed our time at Randall’s lake house! It has a beautiful view of the lake and is an easy drive to downtown Ithaca. Randall was very responsive and provided very clear instructions. Highly recommend!

We had an incredible time at Jesse and Bernadette’s!! 10/10 would stay here the next time we visit the Finger Lakes. Truly magical. Falling asleep to the sound of the lake was a definite highlight.

Our family had a fabulous time. (A little nerve wracking with the parking situation, but we managed) The set up of the home was perfect for a family of 4, two decks with a view; felt as we were in a tree house. Easy check in, easy to navigate around and clean. We swam everyday, nice swim spot for kids. Our son fished morning and evening, ended up catching 2 and half in total. Marine near by, for a boat rental. Grilled homemade pizzas, overall great way to end the Summer- thank you for sharing your home with us.

We loved our stay at the Hidden Lakefront. It was a perfect escape from our everyday city environment. Beautiful property and house. The home itself was clean and spacious, very warm for the snowy weekend. I recommend this property for warm or cold getaways!

My husband and I spent Labor Day weekend here and it was so beautiful and relaxing! The primary bedroom was even bigger than expected and the downstairs was also a great size! Beautiful views of the lake, we spent an entire day on the dock. Also very private, loved getting away for the weekend to recharge before the school year begins! Thank you so much for the wonderful stay!

Brian and Melissa’s place is lovely. Very clean. Furniture and beds extremely comfortable and great location across from the Lake and about 5-7 miles from the cute town of Skaneatles. We were there on a rainy night but did take the short walk across the street to the dock which was beautiful. It’s a nice place even on a cold rainy night with the electric fireplace and comfortable couches! I’m sure it would be a great summer spot too!

Great location and had all the essentials we could need!

This place was a magical experience on Lake Owasco! The house was super clean and cozy, and was in a really nice community on the lake. The hosts were responsive and set everything up perfect for us. The water was crystal clear and the kayaks were a great bonus. Will definitely return!