Family-friendly holiday rentals in Skaneateles Lake

Cottage Over Water - Skaneateles Lake

Located directly over the beautiful waters of Skaneateles Lake. Enjoy incredible views and immersive soundscapes from a rustic, knotty-pine cottage. Ideal for small-family vacations & couples retreats. Sleeps 4-6. Includes: updated kitchen, bathroom, queen bed set, sleeping loft (w/queen), 8 pc. modular sofa, TV, cable, wi-fi, heat, a/c, water & ice. Patios have seating for dining, sunbathing, net-covered bunk bed, boat dock, swim dock (Jun-Sep), gas grill, big swing, 4 kayaks & a paddle board.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · TV

Hot Tub + Rare Flat Lakefront | Dock & Kayaks

Private lakefront home on Owasco Lake in the Finger Lakes with stunning sunsets and rare level access to the water—no stairs. Enjoy a large flat yard, private dock, paddle boards, kayaks, and a new grill. Inside a 75” smart TV, fast Verizon Fios Wi-Fi, A/C, and smart TVs in every bedroom. The master suite includes a private deck with lake views. 15 minutes to Auburn and Skaneateles, and close to wineries, breweries, golf, and charming lake towns. New luxury 6 person hot tub installed June 2026

Indoor spaces · Family · Layout

Firepit & Trail Retreat | Skaneateles Farmhouse

Privately set on a quiet street, this bright, modern home gives you and your group the rare feeling of complete seclusion — a firepit for evening gatherings, a private 0.75-mile trail on the property, and a fully private lot — with the charm of Skaneateles Village just a mile down the road. Lovingly renovated and flooded with natural light, the home comfortably sleeps 8 across four beautifully designed bedrooms and two distinct living areas. It's calm, it's spacious, and it's entirely yours.

Family · Kitchen · Getting around

Lakefront Getaway - Relax & recharge on Song Lake!

Private lakefront getaway on Song Lake! Spectacular rural setting with room to roam. Enjoy views of autumn foliage by day, relax by the firepit at night! Private deck & dock - bring your kayak and fishing gear! Fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor gas grill. 5 min to Onco brewery. 2 min to Heuga's Alpine & Song Mountain. Ski/snowmobile in winter. Year round access to Finger Lakes wineries, breweries, spas. 25 min to charming Skaneateles dining & shopping. Near 6 colleges including Cornell & SU.

Family · Kitchen · Bathroom

Gorgeous Lake Home Spectacular View

Rest and relax at this custom-built lakefront home with newly renovated additional bungalow. Offering unparalleled views of Skaneateles Lake, 2,000 sq. ft. of decking over 4 levels, granite countertops, new stainless appliances, waterfalls and much more! Newly renovated living space offers an additional 4th bedroom, luxury bath (with steam shower, radiant flooring, Japanese bidet and soak tub), living area with mini kitchenette overlooking a 2nd floor deck with dining area facing the lake.

Family · Kitchen · Sleep quality

Otisco Lake park like setting

Year round home located on a unique lakeside country setting with a newly renovated bathroom. Over 2 acres of outside green space offering a park like experience to enjoy many recreational activities * please note this space is shared with family and another guest house. There is plenty of area for all to enjoy including 900 feet of lake frontage with a creek running though the property. Enjoy a campfire lakeside at a dedicated private fire pit. Amber Inn is within walking distance.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Outdoor spaces

Cabin @Sanctuary in the Woods in the Finger Lakes

Enjoy our forest in cabin w/queen bed near creek w/electricity, lights, portable heater, hammock, picnic table, fire pit w/grill, BBQ& chairs. A short walk uphill 2 outdoor hot water on demand private shower & porta potty. Well water from sink & spiquot. No firewood can come in b/c of invasive species so we sell bundles on porch. Park next to cabin. Near Ithaca, Watkins Glen, State Parks- Treman, Buttermilk, Taughannock & Watkins Glen & 60 wineries/breweries around Lakes Seneca & Cayuga.

Family · Kitchen · Checkout

Adventure Awaits A-Frame

Nestled in the forest surround yourself with nature in this cozy A-frame cabin. Enjoy a digital detox in an off grid forest setting (no electricity,wifi,cell) only minutes away from all that the Finger Lakes has to offer. You are close to amazing hiking trails, waterfalls and water sports on Seneca lake, as well as, countless wineries, breweries, and distilleries. This cabin can accommodate 2 adults easily with the a real full-size bed complete with linens. PLEASE READ “Other Details”

Kitchen · Family · Hiking

Hot tub under the stars at cozy cabin in the FLX

Nestled in a grove of Norway spruce, your peaceful cabin getaway rests in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Built by a local carpenter (with help from his dog Indiana), the cabin has enough coziness and charm to make any stay special. Hike down to Mill Creek (on the property), grill up some burgers on the gas grill, or lounge in a hot tub beneath the stars. The cabin is 15 minutes to Ithaca / Cornell, has a living room with a Switch + BluRay + Netflix, and has satellite wifi (30+ MBPS).

Kitchen · Family · Cleanliness

Sunset House- Beautiful Home with Gorgeous Vistas

Experience a home full of windows and light that take in breathtaking views from every angle. You feel like you are on top of the world surrounded by beautiful rural landscaping that is only 1.8 miles from the charming Village of Skaneateles! Lovely interior furnishings with your comfort in mind. You are within close reach to the Skaneateles Polo Fields, a free public boat launch, Skaneateles Country Club, wedding venues and a winery. This newer home is fresh, clean and cozy!

Kitchen · Family · Layout

Beautifully Renovated 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 provided. 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 min from Syracuse University and SUNY Cortland.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Outdoor spaces

Skaneateles Lakeside Cottage

Quaint & cozy private lakefront cottage on East side of Skaneateles Lake. Gorgeous views! Magnificent sunsets!! key location! Short Boat ride or drive to village (2.9 mi) and all attractions. Cottage is on a 1 acre 185ft lakefront property shared with the owner. Dock for lake access. 2 kayaks and life jackets available to enjoy the lake. Water shoes a must as lake bottom is rocky. No children. No pets. There are 2 Friendly and Fluffy Australian Shepherds on the property.

Family · Kitchen · Long stay