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Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14!

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A lakeside house with a dock, two kayaks, and two lounge chairs.
A lakeside view with a dock, boats, and lounge chairs.
A lakeside picnic area with stone walls and wooden picnic tables.
A pool table in a stone-walled room with a fireplace, bar area, and large windows overlooking a lake.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the water through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 146500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Auburn, NY
  • Place, Owasco Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Skaneateles Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Moravia

This vacation home places you next to Owasco Lake and Finger Lakes. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Owasco Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Finger Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Skaneateles Lake - 21 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Cornell University - 57 min drive - 41.3 miles
  • Syracuse University - 59 min drive - 45.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niles Gourmet Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Drifters - ‬24 min drive
  • Wolffy's Grill & Marina
  • ‪Mandana Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Fire By The Lake (: - ‬21 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.

Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14!

Summary:

Welcome to The Samuel Adams House! Nestled on the east side of Owasco Lake in Auburn, NY, this wonderful estate was the former summer home of literary treasure, Samuel Hopkins Adams.



This amazing stone Tudor was painstakingly renovated to its former glory and was recently introduced to rentals in July of 2019. It sits on over 1.2 private acres and has 6,500sf, sleeps 14 people and features 6 TRUE bedrooms all with queen beds, 4 1/2 bathrooms, 3 living rooms which includes a billiard room, chefs kitchen with high end appliances and 2 four season sitting porches. All four full bathrooms and the main level sitting porch have heated floors. There is also three separate forced air HVAC systems that provide air conditioning and/or heating to all areas of the home. There are also two gas fire places. One in the billiard room and one in the great room.



The lakefront is truly impressive. This historic home boasts over 160 feet of private level lakefront. The fishing is amazing right off of the dock! We also have four kayaks, two paddle boards and a mooring buoy available for your enjoyment.



Please consider booking your stay and spend some time in a little piece of Auburns history on beautiful Owasco Lake!!



**Primary guest must be 30 years or older, will be required to sign the owners personal rental agreement (emailed separately after booking is accepted) & provide valid proof of I.D.



**We have a strict "no party/gathering policy". Any gatherings including but not limited to birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette, bridal & baby showers, graduations, receptions, brunches, etc, .



**Guests will be responsible for damages or other additional expenses up to $500.00 (Credit card is not charged unless damage, etc is found)



Other Things to Note:

**Primary guest must be 30 years or older, will be required to sign the owners personal rental agreement (emailed separately after booking is accepted) & provide valid proof of I.D.



**We have a strict "no party/gathering policy". Any gatherings including but not limited to birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette, bridal & baby showers, graduations, receptions, brunches, etc, .



**Guests will be responsible for damages or other additional expenses up to $500.00 (Credit card is not charged unless damage, etc is found)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 4.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving 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

General

  • Unit size: 6,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

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

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

Rules

Primary guest will need to be 30 years of age or older & required to sign the owners personal rental agreement (emailed separately after booking is...

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

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.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Moravia and just steps from Owasco Lake and Finger Lakes. Frozen Ocean State Forest is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

Will I be able to park at Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14!?

Yes, there is a garage.

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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14!?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some house, as well as a beach.

Does Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14! have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is 27.3 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is located 28 mi away (51-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14!?

Yes, every house at Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14! comes with a deck/patio and some offer water views.

Level Lakefront on Owasco Lake! Sleeps 14! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house on an awesome lake

House is very nice and very comfortable. Lots to do nearby. Good fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful luxurious home!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay. The house is gorgeous and exactly as described. There was such much room to relax and unwind. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Spacious accommodations. Easy communications with owner. Plenty of kayaks and paddle boards available for use. Kids had a great time fishing off the dock, caught allot of red eyed rock bass. Very peaceful setting. Great vacation spot.
Paddle boarding at sunset
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Get Together

The property is absolutely wonderful. We had a great time fishing, playing pool, and just relaxing. The home is beautiful, plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home and fun property. So much space for a large group. Having so many full bathrooms was great. The kitchen is spacious. The family room has a great view. The lake property and dock is very nice. Our whole group (14 of us) said we would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tootxray

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake was so peaceful and the yard, including the outdoor furniture, was so comfortable. The house had everything we needed. Debbie was quick to answer all of our questions and kept us informed about the property and surrounding areas. We are a group of 8 retirees enjoying our annual vacation together. We could not have picked a more accommodating home. We would love to return to enjoy more of the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcella W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best house for a large group

House and property were perfect for our family. Plenty of room for everyone. Noisy little kids up at 6 AM had a playroom downstairs away from the bedrooms! Great weekend for a nearby family wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martha d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had beautiful weather once again this year for our 4 day stay at the Lake House. Friends kayake

Large, clean and comfortable. Never left the property for anything, great get away. Would like to be open more of the windows especially in the bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and welcoming

This house is large but still so warm and welcoming. Very well maintained. Lots of rooms to sit in and reflect. The stream alongside the home was a favorite. The views were all beautiful. The outdoor area was perfect for enjoying nice weather. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding house

House was great! There were 9 of us and we were able to spread out as there was 6 bedrooms. Some facing the lake. House was very clean and very well stocked. We loved kayaking everyday right off the property. Awesome weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is magical! Several in our party said this was the best rental they have ever stayed in, and I have to agree. Gorgeous lake views and access; more than enough room for our 10 adult family members to enjoy group meals, chatting by the fire pit and playing games; large, comfortable bedrooms; and ample space to "get lost" inside the house if you want quiet. The dock was great for swimming, and there were plenty of beach chairs, kayaks and paddle boards for our party to enjoy. The kitchen was fully stocked, the gas grill worked great, and the firewood burned extremely well. This property also was spotless. We cant wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lake property

Loved this beautiful home located on Owasco Lake..it was so perfect for our annual family getaway..so many awesome memories were made visiting by the fire pit and by the lake..we all enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks that were provided..the kitchen is beautifully updated and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare our meals..the billiards room is awesome..my husband’s favorite room..the bedrooms were beautiful and the beds very comfortable..The owner was always available to answer any questions or requests we had and was amazing to deal with.. Skaneatles is only a 20 minute drive and is a beautiful little town with great restaurants..I can’t say enough good about this home..I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Lake Home

This home is amazing. It is located on Owasco lake and had the most stunning views. The sunsets were awesome. The bedrooms are spacious, and it had a big open kitchen, that was well stocked with plates, silverware, cups and many different types of glassware. The owner was extremely responsive and very easy to deal with. My family traveled from all over the country to attend a wedding in Auburn, which is a great town that had a selection of grocery stores, hair salons and any other service you may need. I would highly recommend this home and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenic property and house

My family (particularly my father) can be hard to please and this house was awesome!!! We had 14 people in our party at one point and everyone had plenty of space. There was so much to do from billiards, kayaking, fishing, enjoying the scenery by the fire pit, and/or staying indoors and warching TV. Everything was immaculate and neighborhood was so quaint and peaceful. Debbie was very responsive to questions and the communication overall was superb. Everyone had a great 4 day weekend. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for a Family Reunion!

We stayed at this location before and after Rick's renovation. He did a remarkable job. The outside is pure historic lakeside and the inside is perfectly modernized while keeping several beautiful stone walls and slate floors intact. Central air conditioning throughout, working gas fireplaces, a pool room, linens, modern kitchen with all essentials provided. The outside has everything you need- kayaks, stand up paddle boards, room for badminton, a dock, lounge chairs, outdoor grill, and a fire pit. Plan on getting all food needs from Wegmans, 25 minutes away in Auburn. For the hikers, check out Carpenter Falls about 15 minutes away by car. Quaint shopping and dining available in Skaneateles, 30 minutes away. Rick is available by text throughout the stay and responds immediately to any needs/concerns. A great property and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendor and comfort

Beauty inside and out. Wonderful gathering places. Hope to stay again in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

The property was amazing. Clean, beautiful with many places where we could come together yet places we could find privacy to be by ourselves. The creek that bordered the property created wonderful sounds to fall to sleep to. Absolutely beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

The home is beautiful and communication with the property manager was a breeze. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeniene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an amazing home. It met all of our expectations and more. We will be back !

We rented this home for a weekend Friendsgiving. It was perfect. The home is huge yet still warm and inviting. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed the Billiards room. The pictures don’t do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Home & Location

We had a fabulous stay. Loved the kitchen and dining area. The living room with windows to the lake was awesome each morning at sunrise. The billiard room was a huge hit. Would love to stay again in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S!!!!

Due to the pandemic, we were unable to celebrate my 80th birthday last year as a family. However, we celebrated Thanksgiving along with my 81st birthday at the Adams House this year. The rooms were lovely, beautifully decorated, and very spacious. My two daughter-in-laws and a son enjoyed preparing fantastic meals in the large kitchen. The area outdoors was very quiet and peaceful. We all enjoyed ourselves immensely!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolorosa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Sam Adams house is an amazing place. The house is spacious and just as described. The lake front area is nice. The weather didn’t give us much opportunity to enjoy outside, but when the weather cleared, the night sky was absolutely amazing! The place is peaceful and quiet. We hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The home was beautiful and made for a terrific stay. Only issue we had was a little too far from the winery tours we were interested in but we made it work.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful lake house vacation!

Amazing lake house for a family vacation. Beautiful location and house is clean and comfortable! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay

This is a great property! Lakefront, peaceful and beautiful. The home is well stocked w what you need for a vacation stay- well appointed kitchen, fishing poles, kayaks, paddle boards & firepit. All the rooms w comfortable furniture etc. We were there for a family celebration and it was perfect! Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021