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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Romulus, NY
  • Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Buttonwood Grove Winery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Thirsty Owl Wine Company
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Romulus

On lake.Stay at this Romulus cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cayuga Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Buttonwood Grove Winery. Goose Watch Winery and Thirsty Owl Wine Company are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min walk
  • Buttonwood Grove Winery - 18 min walk
  • Knapp Winery and Vineyard - 6 min drive
  • Sampson State Park - 28 min drive
  • Wells College - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Dragon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Knapp Winery & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Owl Wine Company - ‬5 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.

The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!

The French Cottage on Cayuga Lake is ready to be enjoyed! Whether you're coming for a fishing trip, you're spending the day at beautiful Taughannock Falls State Park or your main goal is to relax and enjoy the views of Cayuga Lake – this lake home has something for everyone.

This beautiful lake home is a lake lover's dream come true! This 1,300 square foot home is boasting with beautiful plank flooring, and gorgeous panoramic lake views.

An open floor plan is perfect for entertaining your friends and family alike. Meal prep is made easy with the spacious galley kitchen and dining table focal piece. Whether you're the chef of your group and you're whipping up something to please a crowd, or you're sitting at the table sipping on your new favorite Finger Lakes wine, the space is sure to produce sensational memories for seasons to come.

Offering 3 private bedrooms, bedtime is relaxing and comfortable. Rest your eyes each evening and dream of tomorrows lake adventures.

The lakefront is merely a few steps away and offers 60 foot of lakefront for your vacation enjoyment! Along with a personal dock, The French Cottage is the perfect vacation home for both couples and families. While you're in town, make sure to head over to The Boathouse Beer Garden, Buttonwood Grove Winery or Wolffy's Grill and Marina – all three are local foodie favorites. Hosmer Winery and Cayuga Ridge Estates are also just a quick jaunt away for a glass of one of the Finger Lakes locally made brews. Call and make your reservation at The French Cottage today!

Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests.

Note:
1. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes.
2. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description.
3. Air conditioning is not available unless listed as an amenity. If available, air conditioning is considered a seasonal amenity and is only available May 15 - October 15.
4. Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
5. Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes.
6. Outdoor amenities, including furniture/watercraft and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15.

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Myron S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend in the Finger Lakes
My wife and I had our first trip to the Finger Lakes. We wanted a waterfront property and found this house available. It was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for a great trip. Unfortunately the weather turned cold and rainy a few days so we only had one day to enjoy the back deck and the views. The property isn't in town and we liked that the area around it wasn't very populated. Nice and quiet stay. The property managers kept us informed on all matters and we didn't need them for anything but feel like they were available if we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
French cottage
Well appointed. lovely property! The only thing that could have been better was the weather! Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
We loved the house as well as the lake view and access. Everything was clean and well-taken care of. We didn’t have any issues where we needed to contact the owners. The only complaint we had is that there weren’t more food options in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G., North Royalton, OH - USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakehouse
Great location and very quiet. The house was comfy and the amenities were appreciated. Being right on the lake was amazing and the provided kayaks were wonderful to pop out on the lake at any given time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage in a great location.
Cute cottage. Nice to have kayaks. Had all the basic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane V., Sussex, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We loved the house, very spacious and comfortable. Great views! Definetly enjoyed being out on the deck and dock. Everything was just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, exactly as listed
Perfect location and exactly as listed. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Wine Trip
The house was in a perfect location for our girls wine trip. Booking and checking in was easy. The street was quiet and peaceful. We were able to have a boat pick us up from the dock. The weather didn’t allow us time to enjoy the outside amenities, but there are kayaks for use and a fire pit. Excellent stay that we all very much enjoyed! The house was clean and ready for our check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended family weekend
Finger lakes region is a unique place with plenty to offer. This lake house was clean updated with all lake house essentials kayaks, floaties and barbecue grill. Located central cayuga wine country between downtown Seneca Falls and Ithaca. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful lake getaway
The house was the perfect location for our Finger Lakes vacation. Being right in the water made for beautiful views morning and night, as well as easy access to the water to kayak and swim. The house had everything we needed, including chairs to use on the deck and at the water's edge. After exploring the Finger Lakes during the day, we enjoyed coming "home" to the lake house. neesed
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mini getaway
My husband and I decided on a last minute honey moon. Our only regret was not staying longer! We had so much fun visiting tons of wineries, sitting by the lake and fishing, and just relaxing! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful property with us- we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice, upstairs very warm Air Conditioner did not work.
Friendship trip was fun.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bobbi h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelorette Weekend
This was perfect for our Bachelorette weekend! Clean and comfortable with amazing views!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable lake house with a view
Six adult women friends slept comfortably in this house for a long weekend. The full bathroom on first floor had a great shower and was roomy. Most of our awake time was spent traveling to various wineries and breweries in the area. There are many! We walked to a couple nearby. It was a bit windy and cool so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck and fire pit as we would have liked, but the kitchen table offered a nice view of the lake. The neighbor was friendly and checked in on us upon arrival. She gave us extra coffee and filters, but we did find filters on day 2 tucked away in a drawer. I, personally, would have enjoyed staying an extra couple of days to further explore the area. Would definitely choose this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melita F.

Liked: Cleanliness
French cottage beauty
Lake views stunning… clean and comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
Great place to stay on the lake, close to breweries and wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend Get Away
Enjoyed a nice long weekend with family up on Cayuga lake. Very relaxing, beautiful weather exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay on Cayuga
Lovely house that was perfectly appointed for us. Clean, fun, not too “precious” with delicate things everywhere. Weather was beautiful as was the view property managers were over quick to fix a leaky pipe and a hornets nest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucyna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place to stay
house was perfect - well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Place was clean, air conditioning worked great (brand new split units), kayaks were perfect, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen E., Olean, ny

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend at Cayuga lake!
Duck In was absolutely amazing!!! This beautiful home with everything new and updated was the perfect place for a weekend of fun with family and friends!!! We toured the wineries and this location was perfect!!! Quiet dead end road. The interior and furnishings are newer and comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed to cook, bbq and entertain. Lower level new with comfy twin beds and a couple beds with trundle pull outs. Gorgeous, views, walkout access to lake from the lower level to fire pit, nice gravel entrance to water for kayaks, nice dock and easy water access, nice clean area of water around the dock. The views from main level are amazing, beautiful deck with newer nice deck/patio furniture. Kayaks were nice and life vests provided in various sizes. Would definitely rent again, hopefully during summer months to the enjoy the perfect swimming area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was perfect for a weekend getaway with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hated to leave the cottage!
Our cottage stay was wonderful! We stay in the FLX once/year and this was one of our favorites! Very comfy cottage - with a beautiful and well appointed kitchen ( we cooked dinner in 3 out of 4 nights) and the deck was perfect for hanging out and having dinner on. We enjoyed every part of the cottage. Can't wait to have the opportunity to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
This was a fabulous house and we will definitely be back there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

marian l.

Liked: Cleanliness
There was a pee stain on mattress cover so we did not use it
Otherwise house was very clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021