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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms1728 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Romulus, NY
  • Buttonwood Grove Winery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cayuga Lake
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Wells College
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Romulus

This cottage is a short stroll from Cayuga Lake and Buttonwood Grove Winery. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Grove Winery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cayuga Lake - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Knapp Winery and Vineyard - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Sampson State Park - 27 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Wells College - 48 min drive - 34.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Dragon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Knapp Winery & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Owl Wine Company - ‬4 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 Duck-In: "Contemporary Lakeside Cottage on Cayuga Lake"

Vacation in this contemporary lakeside cottage on the west side of beautiful Cayuga Lake. Situated within walking distance of Liquid State Brewing - North Shore, and only 2 miles from the Deans Cove Marina. Enjoy a hike at the nearby nature trail offering 1 mile of hiking or biking trails.
Entering The Duck In you will find a-frame windows overlooking the glistening waters of Cayuga Lake. Enjoy splendid lake views from sun up, until sun down. Cathedral ceilings boast throughout the living area, and travertine tile flooring offers an added touch of luxury on the lake. The open floor plan offers a spacious kitchen, and living area. The kitchen offers a modern feel and is accented with granite counter-tops, stainless steel appliances, and soft close cabinetry.

Completing the entry level of this beautiful home you'll find a bedroom with garden view and a king size bed, a full size bathroom with a stand up shower and laundry room.

When entering the Loft you will find a semi-private master suite boasting a king size bed, and ensuite bath with stand up shower and a luxurious claw foot tub. Wake up in the loft to spectacular views of the lake each morning.

The lower level of this home offers sleeping for 6, and offers twins adorned with trundles offer the perfect space for kids, or anyone looking to escape for an afternoon nap. Bring the fun inside and enjoy some games or just take in the lake views. A television and sitting area complete the lower level and large sliding glass doors take you right to the 50' lakefront.

The Duck In is bursting with opportunity for lake fun, and adventures. Enjoy taking the non-motorized water craft out for the afternoon, or enjoy your time on the 52 ft dock. Spend the day sunbathing, or fishing and taking in the breathtaking views. Rumor has it you may be able to catch a lake trout right from the dock! Whether you're enjoying the balcony and having a BBQ with family and friends, you're splashing on the shore, or you're across the road playing yard games in the oversized grassy area – The Duck In has something for everyone! Call and make your reservation 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.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a private yard, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,728 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

409562
Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Romulus, a short 14-minute walk from Cayuga Lake and also 8 minutes on foot from Buttonwood Grove Winery. You'll also find Thirsty Owl Wine Company and Knapp Winery and Vineyard within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is The Duck-In: "Contemporary Lakeside Cottage on Cayuga Lake" a good place to stay for couples?

With a stay at this lakeside cottage, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and lake views in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Duck-In: "Contemporary Lakeside Cottage on Cayuga Lake"?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is about 22.8 mi away. Another top airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is around 29.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Duck-In: "Contemporary Lakeside Cottage on Cayuga Lake"?

Yes, every accommodation at The Duck-In: "Contemporary Lakeside Cottage on Cayuga Lake" comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

The Duck-In: "Contemporary Lakeside Cottage on Cayuga Lake" Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shanelle T.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

S N.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winery trip!!!

Great house, everything you needed was there, location was great to boat around to multiple wineries. Cayuga lake it great. Good host
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Waterfalls, Wineries, & Witches

We had a fabulous time! Loved the house! Tips; label the light switches, doormat to wipe feet, clear spiderwebs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing spot

Great house for the family. Enough room to spread out, well equipped kitchen, and great deck with great view. The new dock works great and the 2 kayaks and paddle boat kept every one busy. There was enough room at the dock to tie up a pontoon boat for the week while still plenty of room to swim and fish. Great location with winery and brewery down the street. Great house to maximize lake fun and relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely cottage!!

Great views well stocked and very practical...Easy access to water. This was our second time renting this cottage will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway with our College Crew

Lovely house, very comfortable and roomy enough for the five of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Problem with door lock

Could only unlock door on first day. Messaged property contact but didn’t hear from her until we had left. Other than that had a great time. Loved the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

rick f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, excellent location/ views

Everything was as it was described. Only real issue was the patio, and the house was covered with spiders, and webs caught more insects. These were all outside, and a leaf blower could have cleaned 1/2 of them, or a power washer would have done the job
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lakeside retreat

This property is fantastic! It is a newer home with expansive views of the lake. The wall of windows in the living area took full advantage of the beautiful setting. The waves were a little stronger-- maybe due to the location or time of year. The sound of the waves was like the ocean, which was incredibly soothing. My 9 year old tried fishing for the first time from the dock. In the first 3 days of our vacation he caught 27 fish (lake trout, perch and bluegill). His best catch (from the dock) was a 15" trout. It is not a myth, there is seriously good fishing at this location! The home was well appointed. The furniture and beds were very comfy. It is apparent the owner put a lot of thought into comfort and amenities. For example, in the downstairs area, they had a closet filled with brand new lifejackets ranging from infant to adult. The stay was soo ideal, that we immediately wanted to move here! We're thankful that we got the chance to stay and will look for opportunities to return. It's a great place to truly relax and make happy family memories.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

santana r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay . Quiet area with spectacular views and scenery 👌

A1
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation Stay - July 2021

This house was fantastic. The location of the house and being right on the lake made for a great vacation. The homeowners definitely thought of their guests - in their utilization of space and amenities of space. The downstairs area was perfect for the kids, and gave them their own area in the house. We definitely recommend this house and area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Ann S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great house, but they forgot to clean the floors!

Upon checking in, there was dog poop in the walkway, that we had to get rid of so my children would not step in it.. Then, the kitchen floor was filthy, my white socks showed how dirty it was. Going upstairs to the loft bedroom, there was dog hair everywhere. It was statically attaching to our clothes. Now, I thought this was a no pets rental? Also the basement level floors were filthy, also no propane for the grill.. I called the Property Manager, and complained. It took me calling twice to get someone down here to clean the floors, and then I had to call again to get the propane delivered. For what I paid for the rental, I should have gotten a discount.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Duck Inn did not dissapoint!

Home was exactly as described. The place was clean and everything was in order. We really enjoyed our stay. Close to many Wineries and 20 minutes from the best cheese place around the region.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

Beautiful view of the lake. Property was very clean. I would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gets better and better

Duck-in one of our favorites. Great space and location. Owners recently finished lower level which looks great. Only issue temains number of spiders and dustiness of outside areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect girls weekend!

Loved our stay here! This house was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place

Great location and room for 5+.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

This property was fantastic for our girls weekend. It was within minutes of wineries and was a central location for traveling along the lake. The fire pit was an added bonus that we used each night of our stay. The house was super clean and accommodated all of our needs. We will definitely return to this property in the future. The only thing I would ask for is bathmats in the bathrooms, it’s tile flooring and gets slippery when coming out of the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Lake Trip

We had a wonderful stay at the Duck Inn. The house was very clean, kitchen well stocked. Views were beautiful! We had a wonderful time kayaking and enjoying the stars by the firepit. Would definitely stay here again!!

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Great stay

Perfect location and perfect fit for our family. Easy access to the house and lake. We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location and updated property

A wonderful place for family fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mina w.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most amazing place on the Finger Lakes.

I feel so lucky to have stayed at this gorgeous home. When you wake up, you are greeted with a glass wall that shows how close you are to the beautiful lake. The house was impeccable. We enjoyed the dock and the fire pit. It's a nice location if you want to enjoy Ithaca, wineries, breweries and hikes. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Fall Getaway

My friends and I planned a fun birthday weekend at Cayuga Lake. This house definitely made the stay extra enjoyable. Not only was it beautiful and spacious but I really enjoyed the sound of the water at night, very soothing and peaceful. We even took advantage of the neat fire pit (need to get your own firewood but we found some on the roadside not too far from the house). Bring your own shampoo, conditioner and body wash, none provided. Also remember coffee filters if you want to make your own. Overall, I would recommend this place to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

My wife, son, and I throughly enjoyed our stay at this house. We’ve been to the finger lakes a couple of times and this house was our favorite. The house was very clean and well stocked including 4 Roku TVs which were nice. The property has a Keurig and fire pit in the back yard which was really nice. What separates this property is the covered patio in the back overlooking the lake. It was great sitting out there looking at the lake. I would highly recommend this property. It’s centrally located and very well maintained. Good for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019