Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges

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Fireplace
Exterior
TV, fireplace, books, video library
On the beach, sun-loungers
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Interlaken, NY
  • Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sheldrake Point Winery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Interlaken

A family-friendly stay in Interlaken awaits you at this farm stay. You'll be steps from Cayuga Lake and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from WeBeTilin' Studios. Highlights at this beachfront farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. .In proximity to this Interlaken farm house you'll find Taughannock Falls State Park.

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 12 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Cornell University - 33 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Wells College - 60 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Finger Lakes Cider House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Owl Wine Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sheldrake Point Winery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges

This farmhouse situated right on Cayuga Lake, was built in 1826 at Kidders Landing. The home was renovated to provide modern comforts. The house has 200 ft of gently sloping waterfront lawn and a new 100' dock with a swim ladder and a large platform for fishing and jumping into the water.

The house sleeps 8-10 comfortably and can be adapted to house more. In addition to being located on the lake and in the heart of the Finger Lakes Wine Country, The Painted Porch Cayuga Lake Vacation Rental is also about 200 yards from a fun little log cabin lodge/restaurant/bar. So, while the house is fully equipped for dining at home, you can also make a last minute change of plans and go next door for a glass of wine and a nice dinner!

There are two bedrooms upstairs and two bedrooms downstairs. Two of the rooms have alcoves with additional bunks, making a multi-family stay more comfortable. There are ceiling fans in all of the bedrooms as well as additional window fans and window air conditioners in all 4 bedrooms. This spring, we are adding air conditioning to the kitchen, living room and dining room.

On the three acres, there are big trees and big lawns, perfect for bird watching, croquet and badminton!

Between the house and the lake is a small two lane road, which has few cars and serves primarily as a walking, jogging and biking trail. On the bright side, it is also maintained throughout the winter! We also provide little yellow "crossing markers" to create a safer environment for crossing, in the event a car goes by. In the winter, this road is maintained by the county.

The lawn slopes down to shale beach. The dock is new and goes 100' out into the lake. Mid-simmer, the water is over 6' deep before you get to the large platform at the end of the dock. We have a large patio area with dining and lots of seating. We also have a fire ring at the edge of the beach.

There is a biergarten outside on the patio off the kitchen. Bar tables and chairs. It is fun to watch for cool birds and the local white deer from there while dinner is being prepared! We have also added a patio on the south side of the house, for another shady option on late afternoon.

PLEASE ALSO NOTE: This simple farmhouse has NO TV but does have fast fiber-optic internet. You can have access to free wifi at O'Malley's also. Major sporting events are shown on the TV there. There are also 4-5 bars of phone service in the front of the house with ATT. Please also note. We have RING doorbells for security purposes; to protect the house and YOU, our guests. We also have a RING camera behind the house to monitor filling the bird feeders. We do not look at these unless our guests ask us to or if we are waiting for a package to be delivered. And we look when the house is not rented. We value YOUR PRIVACY.

A few more things: About half of our guests bring dogs. After each dog there is an extensive cleaning process. We do suggest (for the sake of cleanliness) that dogs don't go upstairs. If YOU bring a dog: The neighborhood is full of dog walkers. All of them are very respectful of the leash law in our area. They get really really frustrated if a dog is loose in our unfenced front yard and runs out to theirs. Not all of their dogs play well with others. :(

BedRooms:
Upstairs Queen/Twin Bunk/Twin Sofabed
Upstairs Queen/Full/Twin
Downstairs Full/Twin Bunk
Downstairs Queen/ Twin Sofabed

Property manager

Alison Nelson

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Playground
  • Video library
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Must apply. Prefer dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Yes. Bunks are for kids! Watch by lake.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: With prior approval.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. Note from host: With prior approval. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Farmhouse Cayuga Lake Dock 3 Acres Wineries Colleges
Waterfront Farmhouse Cayuga Lake Dock 3 Acres Wineries Colleges

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges have a pool?

No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.

Is Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges?

No, Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Waterfront Farmhouse On Cayuga Lake With Dock & 3 Acres Near Wineries & Colleges Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Painted Porch
Lovely restored historic building - clean and comfortable on a cold Thanksgiving weekend. Owner is helpful, accessible. Beautiful view of Cayuga Lake and short drive to hikes and towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
This was a great location! There is a terrific bar and brunch/ breakfast spot next door. The street is beautiful and not busy. The lake is so lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home with a great hostess
Great mix of old and new with room for everyone.Enjoy the lake one day ,hiking the next,explore a winery, then wind down on the front porch in the evening.Couldn't ask for a more relaxing place thanks Alison,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful stay with a couple minor hitches
We had a wonderful stay at The Painted Porch. It’s a lovely farmhouse just across the road from lake Cayuga and the views and property are beautiful. The house is comfortable and attractive and the porch is perfect for lake gazing from the rocking chairs or porch swing and from the living room sofa when the weather’s not good. We booked too late for our stay to be refundable and were surprised by some fees and house rules that were not listed before finalizing our reservation, particularly regarding dogs. That said, I don’t think it will be a problem anymore because Alison did not realize this and was going to remedy it right away. Alison was very easy and responsive to communicate with, which was a real plus. Wishing anyone who stays here a wonderful time. It really is a lovely house and location in one of the most beautiful places I know of.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Niece’s Wedding
Great place to stay. Location was awesome. We were there for a wedding in the area. Family from all over the country were able to stop by for dinner or just a drink. Lake was amazing with plenty to do for all ages.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in fabulous location!
We booked this home over a year ago for commencement weekend at Ithaca College and could not have been happier! The home was lovingly curated and it fit together perfectly. From the beginning of the day where you could enjoy your coffee while seeing the sunrise on the eastern view porch over Lake Cayuga to the evening meals in the large dining room, it was an excellent experience. We loved the library, the games, and the multiple bird feeders. The host provided kayaks and standup paddle board for lake fun. Our party of 8 adults could get together in the main room or retreat to their large individual rooms, as needed. It is close enough to town (about a1/2 hour drive) to enjoy all that Ithaca has to offer, yet even closer to excellent vineyards, where, if you are as fortunate as our family, you could spend a perfect day! Alison was an excellent host—quick to communicate and ready to make your experience meet expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tara D.

Cute House on Cayuga
We had a really nice time! The dining room table was the only space that we could all sit together since the living room was small, and the kitchen space only had 4 chairs at a teeny table. We wish we had known it was a dog house; we wondered why we saw so much dog hair around...and were sneezing so much.....and then as we packed up, we noticed the most dog hair-covered dog bed we had ever seen right beneath our bed. YUCK!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Perfect stay for our girls weekend! Plenty of nice space and a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

RekhaAndrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet, great for extended family get together.
Stayed here for 4 nights with extended families. Alison was great about communicating. Property was bigger than it appears in pictures. Great location for various finger lake activities. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, short drive to wineries
Beautiful old home on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall weekend
We 7 old friends rendezvousing for a few days. The house worked well for cooking and hanging out together, and was a good launchpad for visiting and hiking in the Finger Lakes area. Despite the less than perfect weather, we managed to catch some nice moments on the dock.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Painted Porch Stay
The house was clean, well-equipped and in a fantastic location. You could eat a meal on the porch, just sit and take pictures of blue herons or belted kingfishers, or walk along the beautiful lake front drive. We were there for our 33rd anniversary, dined several nights in nearby Trumansburg and would strongly consider returning to the Painted Porch lake house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benson Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Farm House
Fun week with family on Cayuga lake. Spacious lot and house. The 2 large bedrooms upstairs with the large bathroom between worked well for our 2 families with small children. Nice front porch overlooking the lake and big backyard. Loads of toys and games for kids. Short drives to hikes and other activities. Cooked at home except for pizza from Pat’s on our last night. Kitchen is spacious and well equipped. Large dining room table for 8-10 people. Nice area for sitting outside and also down by the dock. The lake is across a road which is not busy but requires all the usual precautions for kids and pets. Dock is well built sand wider than most with a swim ladder. Water quality is very good. Bottom is rocks/pebbles so water shoes are needed. Almost no zebra mussels but some small fragments of snail shells.Excellent fishing off the dock. ( small perch, sunfish, smallmouth, and gobies.) Worms were the best bait. Would return again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time at Painted Porch
We had an amazing time! The house had every amenity including a well stocked kitchen. Alison was attentive and answered all of our questions promptly. The inside is beautiful with antique hardwoods. The birds are fun to watch in the kitchen, and we spent hours at the big living room table playing cards, talking in the family room or out on the quaint porch overlooking the lake. We rented a boat and it was great; very little boat traffic. I swam each day. The seaweed is thick near the dock but if you swim out it is clear and the water seems clean. We are thinking of vacationing again as a family and if we do we will definitely go back to the farmhouse. (so glad no TV!)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family gathering!
Wonderful home in an extraordinary part of the world!! Very well maintained and well-equipped. Loved the front porch with the porch swing, looking out on the gorgeous lake and the walkers. Kids loved the paddle boards and kayaks. Took lovely walks and bike rides along the lakeside road - just a perfect spot to relax, get some exercise and even local wine! Somehow missed that there was no dishwasher but it wasn't an issue as everyone pitched in. Enjoyed communicating with Alison who was super helpful. Thank you for a vacation we'll remember for many years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time!
We had a wonderful time and will be back again for longer next time for sure!! Thank you for accommodating us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual pilgrimage to FLX
Overall the property suited our needs. We had a few concerns about amenities included and the owners were very quick to respond and rectify. Location was perfect, our teenagers loved the lake access and swimming/kayaking all day everyday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House
Gathering of family from afar for a fun filled week in a beautiful old house
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasurable stay
Just arrived home and wish we could go back. Very relaxing stay despite having 5 small children and no tv. The kids loved the lake. The adults loved the porch once the kids were asleep. Allison did a beautiful job decorating the house and made us feel very comfortable. The location is great. We took many day trips and two restaurants are practically next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Nice area and house. All was great and would recommend. Good walkable area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
House and property are absolutely gorgeous. So much space indoors and outdoors. Awesome location. Our family had the most perfect time and would absolutely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what our girl group needed
We had the best trip. The house was perfect for a girl's trip .. 6 of us. We loved our long mornings on the front porch sipping coffee, to making dinners together in the kitchen, to game nights. The house is so charming and conveniently located fo Ithaca, cool waterfalls, and wineries. Another bonus was being 2 houses down from a really cute restaurant, Omalleys, with a great menu. We definitely can't recommend staying at this house enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna E., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation Weekend
Stayed at the house for a long weekend to celebrate our son's graduation from Ithaca College with 9 family members. House was large enough to spread out and very well equipped to host a celebration in his honor. Easy access to the town via route 89. Beautiful views of the lake and the porch is great size to relax and watch the sunrise. Many winery's located close by. O'Malley's wasn't open for the season yet. We highly recommend and would definitely go back for a full week.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house and host
This property was everything we expected and more. Well furnished and equipped with a view of Cayuga Lake that was fantastic. Alison is one of the most prompt and helpful hosts we have worked with. We hope to be back - maybe when the weather is more conducive for water sports.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022