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TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sterling, NY
  • Fair Haven Beach State Park
    16 min drive
  • State University of New York-Oswego
    19 min drive
  • Little Sodus Bay
    23 min drive

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About the area

Sterling

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Ontario and 9 miles (15 km) of Fair Haven Beach State Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Springbrook Greens State Golf Course and State University of New York-Oswego.
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What's nearby

  • Fair Haven Beach State Park - 16 min drive
  • Fort Ontario State Historic Site - 18 min drive
  • State University of New York-Oswego - 19 min drive
  • Wright's Landing Marina - 19 min drive
  • Oswego Speedway - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rudy's Lakeside Drive-In - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bev's Dairy Treat - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Pies Guys Pizzeria & Fish Fry - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Littlepage Dining Hall - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pathfinder Dining Hall - ‬17 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.

Family friendly house on Lake Ontario

This is our little piece of Heaven that we'd like to share with you. Just miles away from Fishing in Oswego or the Sandy Beach in Fair Haven or you can just stay and relax by the lake with the calming effect of the rolling waves. We are located 7.6 miles from SUNY Oswego which is about a 15 minute drive.
Our amazing house has 2 bedrooms but 4 beds, an air mattress and a futon to rest your sleepy heads on. We provide linens so you don't have to pack so much. A kitchen full of dinnerware and pots and a dishwasher, 2 full bathrooms with towels, a washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, 2 gas fireplaces and a spectacular relaxing area by Lake Ontario.
By the lake there's a shed that has lawn chairs, cornhole and a mini-fridge. There is a path a quarter of a mile down the dirt road to access the stoney shoreline and go swimming.
Bring the whole gang and come relax while enjoying a spectacular view of Lake Ontario. There are awesome sunsets and bonfires or cozy family game nights inside; there's something for everyone.

Property manager

Jennifer Dobbins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Family friendly house on Lake Ontario Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Lake Front Property
Our group of 6 family and friends have enjoyed this beautiful property for 3 years on our annual fishing trip to Lake Ontario, the property has everything needed for a wonderful weekend at the lake. The sunset views are unbelievable! We will certainly be booking this house again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rafael Z.

Some surprises
The house looked fine on the surface, but it really needs a good deep cleaning. Also, there were some safety issues.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy S., Mechanicville, ny

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs Some Work.
House was in a good location to attend the Sterling Renaissance Faire. It is a funky, mostly old lake house, with a great sized Master Bedroom. Sunset was spectacular! If you like lighthouses this is the place for you.And if you had a lot of people, there is plenty of room to spread out. However, it has some maintenance and cleanliness issues. The place appeared to be clean, but the insides of some of the appliances hadn't been cleaned in a while. The outside of the cabinets had stuff dripped on them. The outdoor grill was disgusting.The stairway to the upstairs is open and could be an issue for young kids or old folks.(Didn't look that bad in the pictures.) Additionally, the railing/bannister at the top of the stairs is VERY loose and dangerous.The upstairs bedroom lacks light. The lamp on the dresser had to be on the floor in order to plug it in and use it. The light switch in the Master Bedroom is coming out of the wall and the flushing mechanism on the toilet needs replacing. I've discussed these issues with the owner and she said that they will address them. Previous guests who gave 5s for cleanliness must not have done any cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and quiet
The house is meticulously maintained. Very comfortable and spacious and a quiet rural retreat. Responsive and accommodating host. We passed a pleasant early spring weekend here. Kudos to the host
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful waterfront Property
My friends and I stayed at this property for the second year in a row on an annual fishing trip on Lake Ontario. I could not speak more highly to the relaxing nature of this property. Beautiful views overlooking the lake and even a nature trail that leads out the pack yard. The gift basket left by the host was a generous gesture. We will 100% be back next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We were very happy with our stay at this property. It was well stocked and the communication was on point! Staying here brought up a lot of memories from where my grandparents used to bring me every summer growing up. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grad Weekend on Lake Ontario
We had an amazing weekend at this amazing property. The owners were perfect: completely informative and organized, lots of resources in their booklet, very clear check-in/check-out instructions. I cannot say enough. I recommend it for anyone at all. The Lake and its surroundings are spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property- amazing location
We recently visited Lake Ontario to enjoy some fishing. Our stay at this property was perfect. Jen is an incredibly attentive and responsive property owner. She even had the refrigerator stocked with bottles of water, and a lovely basket of cheese and other snacks. A+++
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable for a group of guys PLUS one’s wife that wanted some privacy
This property just worked for us on so many levels. From a wife’s point of view, the layout of the house was excellent! My husband and I took the master bedroom which had an en-suite bath. Our friends (4 adults who’s significant others didn’t join us) were comfortable sharing a bathroom and claiming the other beds available. We enjoyed the rocking chairs with view of the lake and would eagerly wait for one of us to vacate a chair so another could claim it. Had the weather been milder, we probably would have sat outside more. But, with it being October, we knew we’d be housebound most of the time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teej C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Racing get away
We loved staying at your cozy comfortable home thank you for letting my family and I stay at your home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
House was exactly as described. Clean and fully equipped. Private and quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing spot
Stayed at this property with a small group of friends for a weekend of fishing. The house was perfect size for our group of 6 people. The views of the sunset over Lake Ontario were amazing, weather was great, and fishing was good. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kayla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Sunsets
We had a great stay here, the sunsets were some of the best I've ever seen. The place was nice and clean, the only thing we were slightly put off by was that the description is a little misleading as far as proximity to the lake. The house is across the street from the lake and the property sits on a cliff, there is no access to the lake from the property, you have to walk about 1/2 a mile up the road and then down a narrow path to access the lake. Otherwise everything was great and I would recommend that others stay here, as long as they are okay with a slightly long walk to access the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend
The last thing I want is for this place to get popular because then we'd have a hard time finding the time to book it amongst everyone else! This space is truly a hidden gem. The lake views are outstanding. The house is more than adequate (the washer and dryer were an added bonus). The property was brimming with wildlife - it's like living in Snow White's dream! We will be returning - 100%. Hands down, one of the best VRBO's we've ever stayed at. ~Lake Life~
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A., Tyngsboro, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation weekend
2nd time renting this house as it is a wonderful location near the university, wonderful hosts and wonderful view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M., Dobbs Ferry

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Very Comfortable bedding, plenty of room, beautiful view and location. Owner left a gift basket too!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine Q., Burt, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
1st time in New York…. Coming from Michigan
The place was very nice and had everything I needed for my stay if only the weather would have corporated we could have enjoyed the water and outside… oh well perhaps next time
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tommy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Clean, neat and great sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and beautiful views
The house is in nice condition. We had a great trip and time. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mike I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest and relaxation.
. Jennifer's house was located in an amazing spot down a dirt road with a gorgeous view of the lake! We are very outdoorsy people and enjoyed the property! The house was clean upon arrival which is a super bonus during these times! We were greeted with a nice welcome basket! Jennifer was very attentive to our needs and was fairly quick to answer any questions we had! The BBQ grill worked well enough for us to cook our meals, and the house was well stocked with plenty of untensils and kitchen ware. The upstairs beds were not comfortable. Which made for rough night's sleep. Overall Jennifer's house gets a 4/5 rating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
The property was exactly as described. The sunsets over Lake Onterio were beautiful . Communication with Jen was easy . Couldn't be happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

brad p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jolly good
We had a great time and the property was great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Moon Beach Magic
We loved our week at Moon Beach with our family from North Carolina. Jennifer was really easy to work with and the place was perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria E., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!
I can not be more thankful for our time at the Ellirose! It was just what my family needed! On any given day they could walk out the front door to play, ride bikes or jump in the lake, literally! The house was the perfect size for all 5 of us to carve out or own spots, or come together to eat, and play games. Their spot on Lake Ontario is perfect! Whether I was having coffee out on the swing overlooking the lake, bbqing, playing with the boys or just watching the perfect sunsets, it's your own slice of heaven!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a getaway!
What a great find! We rented Jen's house for a mom's weekend away for 6 of us. Jen was very helpful in giving information about the area and details about the house. There's plenty of space in the house, yard, and at the beach for whatever you might want to do. The house was super clean and well stocked, and there was even a gift basket and water in the refrigerator. We couldn't have asked for a better place to spend the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021