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Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch

Vacation home with kitchen, near Cayuga Lake

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ovid, NY
  • Place, Sheldrake Point Winery
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, WeBeTilin' Studios
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ovid

Located in Sheldrake, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Cayuga Lake and Sheldrake Point Winery. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Sheldrake Point Winery - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • WeBeTilin' Studios - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Cornell University - 36 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 39 min drive - 34.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NY Quick Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Italian kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pat’s Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Owl Wine Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪King Ferry Corner Store - ‬59 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.

Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch

A private country cottage above Sheldrake Creek features open floor plan, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a loft. Featuring vintage and "not-so-shabby chic" decor in 50 shades of green, the home sleeps a maximum of 5 guests with 2 queen size beds and a double futon. This an extremely private property with distant views of the lake and a field across the street. An 8 minute leisurely walk lands you at Sheldrake Point Winery or the local boat launch with Cayuga lake access. Enjoy a barbecue or dinner on the back deck and relax by the fire pit after dark. A fully furnished kitchen and nearby grocery, vegetable stand and farmers' markets offers you the option of preparing all your meals at home. Washer and dryer on site (some summer water restrictions may apply in case of drought as our water comes from a well.) Scenic walking, biking, boating and jogging locations abound in the immediate and nearby area, only a half hour's drive to Taughannock Falls and the Ithaca Gorges, Seneca Falls and the Women's Hall of Fame, local Amish Farm Stores, breweries and distilleries. Our location is convenient to both Cayuga and Seneca Lake Wine, Cheese, and Art Trails. Owner lives close by to assist with all your needs. NO CLEANING FEES makes this an economical choice for the savvy traveler!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do dishes and hang wet towels in bathroom. Can leave compost in covered bucket. Trash goes in metal trash can and please secure lid. THANK YOU!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We request guests to follow ecological practices such as conservation of well water; recycling and composting. Drinking/cooking water are provided.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Sheldrake within a short 11-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and also 8 minutes on foot from Sheldrake Point Winery. You'll also find Thirsty Owl Wine Company and Lucas Vineyards within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is 28.2 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is around 25.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch?

Yes, every accommodation at Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch comes with a deck.

Sweetgrass Cottage, Ovid: Walk to Sheldrake Point Winery, Beach and Boat Launch Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay here for the second time. The tranquility and comfort of all amenities was so nice! Thank you so very much for opening your home to us again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cute cottage out in the country. It is quiet because of it's location. The host was very gracious and responsive. Check in process was easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

Wonderful area, close to Cayuga Lake and lakeside restaurants.Well equipped kitchen and air conditioning! (Which we hardly used)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay in a great cottage with lovely owner! Beyond clean and supplied with everything we wanted. Only hitch was that vrbo did not give us the code to enter the cottage but a friend helped us get in.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judith L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Finger Lakes Get Away

This is a nice cottage off the busy routes and just walking distance to Cayuga Lake and Sheldrake Winery. It provided simple and quiet accommodations that allowed use to access both Cayuga and Seneca Lake State Parks and Wineries. We enjoyed evening dinner outside on the deck and breakfast on the side porch listening and watching the birds.
View from Sampson State Park
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Worcester, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a very charming and quaint cottage that accommodated four 70 year olds very comfortably. The house provided us with everything we needed for our week-long stay. The location was perfect for venturing out to explore the Finger Lakes region. Seneca Falls on the northern tip of Cayuga - 30 minute drive; Ithaca on the southern tip - 30 minute drive. Watkins Glen at the southern tip of Seneca - 30 minute drive and Geneva on the northern tip of Seneca -30 minute drive. We particularly enjoyed the open front porch, with its very comfortable furniture, for our morning coffee - we could very much “ease into the day” - every day! Roxanne went out of her way to make us very welcome - the fresh flowers were a vey nice and appreciated touch! Having just retired from a long teaching career, this was the perfect setting to unwind and start a new chapter.
View of Cayuga from just in front of the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lars J.

Very good location; nice amount of space

Location to wineries and other attractions was convenient. Amount of interior space was sufficient for 2 people. Very comfortable bed. Picture of front of cottage is deceptive. Very small area in front and no space in the back or sides. Quite close to the road but not very much traffic. Property has morning sun but shady in afternoon
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Property

Property was as advertised. Layout and cleanliness was very good. Location was quiet area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake cottage

Cottage is quaint but has all the amenities. Close to wineries, the lakes, restaurants. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

July-August stay

We enjoyed all that Cayuga Lake offers. The house is very comfortable for 2/4 adults. It is very clean, AC was great on very warm days. Fire ring was fun in the evening
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen S., Springfield Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 4th

Quaint, quite everything we needed for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet grass vacation

The cottage was perfect for our trip to enjoy the finger lakes region because it was centrally located. Roxanne is a terrific host, easily accessible to answer questions about the area. We enjoyed the fire pit and many nights star gazing. We would highly recommend the cottage and hope to travel to New York again and stay at Sweetgrass! Kim and Tom
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

October

Good place to stay, close to wineries and areas to walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage

Enjoyed the property very much
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

Sweetgrass Cottage was a great escape for us. Clean and comfortable it was in the perfect location for us to explore both Cayuga and Seneca Lake wine trails. Close to some very nice hikes we enjoyed our country getaway in the Finger Lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara i.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property

Cozy and comfy mountain house close to everything. A great deal!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Far So Good

Thus far the experience has been great. The cottage is quaint, cozy, clean and has a kitchen that carries most of what is needed. Very quiet and a great getaway if you are looking just to slow down the pace. Downstairs bed is very comfortable. TV in living room is equipped with all the apps. The grocery store in Ovid is very meh but it is close; however, there are Wegmans stores in nearby Geneva and Auburn and they are PHENOMENAL (on par with or exceeding Heinen's in Ohio or Publix in Florida). Not alot of sit down food options nearby; again, you may need to travel to Geneva, Trumansburg, Ithaca, Watkins Glen etc for more dine-in options. Make sure to check out the Samich shop in Ovid on 96 across from the gas station. Phenomenal meat ball subs and lunch fare. Overall, I would rate this 5/5 thus far.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful serene cottage

This is an excellent place to spend a week, close enough to the lake and all the naturally beautiful places Seneca County has to offer! We spent one day at Taughannock State park and one at Lodi State park, both a short drive and spent the rest of the time at Sheldrake point. The cottage itself is gorgeous, rustic and stylish. Wonderful stay, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Living near wineries and restaurants

This sweet cottage comes with everything you need and has many thoughtful, cozy touches. We enjoyed sitting on the covered porch and being in the country yet so close to wineries. The nearby farm stand had the best peaches and vegetables. The country road was quiet and we had a peaceful stay. We will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place in a convenient location

We thoroughly enjoyed this place as our home base for exploring the Finger Lakes area. It's about 30 minutes to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and Seneca Falls and is just up a hill from Cayuga Lake. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Quiet location was perfect for our stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottage with everything you could want. Walking distance to Sheldrake winery and the lake, close to other Cayuga wineries. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The last week of fall

It was beautiful, visiting, upstate New York. The leaves were changing. The lake was beautiful and the wine tasted great.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cozy and comfortable.

We enjoyed our stay at Sweetgrass Cottage. It was very clean, cozy and comfortable. While the cottage was closer to the roadway than we expected, it was typical for houses in the area and still private/woodsy. The cottage did have a bit of a "cabiny" aroma initially but that improved as the doors were opened and we went in and out. Be aware of the drought conditions as mentioned in the amenities portion of the description and check with Roxanne prior to renting if you must have a laundry option. Roxanne was friendly and very responsive to any communications. We would recommend Sweetgrass Cottage when visiting the Cayuga lake area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022