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The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Romulus, NY
  • Place, Buttonwood Grove Winery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Thirsty Owl Wine Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Romulus

This cottage places you next to Cayuga Lake and within a mile (2 km) of Buttonwood Grove Winery. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Grove Winery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Thirsty Owl Wine Company - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Knapp Winery and Vineyard - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Sampson State Park - 25 min drive - 18.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Italian kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Pat’s Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Knapp Winery & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Owl Wine Company - ‬5 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 French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!

The French Cottage on Cayuga Lake is ready to be enjoyed! Whether you're coming for a fishing trip, you're spending the day at beautiful Taughannock Falls State Park or your main goal is to relax and enjoy the views of Cayuga Lake – this lake home has something for everyone.

This beautiful lake home is a lake lover's dream come true! This 1,300 square foot home is boasting with beautiful plank flooring, and gorgeous panoramic lake views.

An open floor plan is perfect for entertaining your friends and family alike. Meal prep is made easy with the spacious galley kitchen and dining table focal piece. Whether you're the chef of your group and you're whipping up something to please a crowd, or you're sitting at the table sipping on your new favorite Finger Lakes wine, the space is sure to produce sensational memories for seasons to come.

Offering 3 private bedrooms, bedtime is relaxing and comfortable. Rest your eyes each evening and dream of tomorrows lake adventures.

The lakefront is merely a few steps away and offers 60 foot of lakefront for your vacation enjoyment! Along with a personal dock, The French Cottage is the perfect vacation home for both couples and families. While you're in town, make sure to head over to The Boathouse Beer Garden, Buttonwood Grove Winery or Wolffy's Grill and Marina – all three are local foodie favorites. Hosmer Winery and Cayuga Ridge Estates are also just a quick jaunt away for a glass of one of the Finger Lakes locally made brews. Call and make your reservation at The French Cottage 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, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Policies

Check-in

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

Rules

FLPP requires a verbal confirmation within 48 hours of booking and a representative will reach out to you within 48 hours to review the reservation.

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
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

The French Cottage: "Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!" Romulus
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Romulus, just steps from Cayuga Lake. You'll also find Thirsty Owl Wine Company and Buttonwood Grove Winery 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.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!?

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

Does The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat! have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will 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, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from 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 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat!?

Yes, every accommodation at The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat! comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

The French Cottage: Perfect Lakeside Family Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time while staying at this cottage. We really loved being right on the lake and having 4 kayaks for the family to use. My boys loved taking nightly kayak adventures after dinner and fishing right off the dock.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

We had an amazing stay at the French Cottage! Two families of 3 stayed together so 4 adults and 2 children and it was perfect. The cottage is so charming. It was impeccably clean. Seriously so impressive! The kitchen is well stocked with basically every cooking gadget or appliance you could need along with tons of serving platters, dishes etc. We cooked at home in the morning and evenings and it worked out great. The washer and dryer came in handy as well. We loved using the kayaks, the suitcase holders in each room are such nice touches and the view from the deck is perfection. Super friendly neighbors were an added bonus! We were also so close to our 2 fav wineries in the area- Buttonwood and Six Eighty. Thanks for a great family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

Liked: Cleanliness

June vaca

This house was perfect for our family of 4! We absolutely loved the location right on the lake and used the kayaks and fire pit. We saw beautiful sunrises and enjoyed the peacefulness of the lake during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing weekend

Nice property, parking is tight ( 2 trucks and boat trailers) dock could use some attention
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend in the Finger Lakes

My wife and I had our first trip to the Finger Lakes. We wanted a waterfront property and found this house available. It was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for a great trip. Unfortunately the weather turned cold and rainy a few days so we only had one day to enjoy the back deck and the views. The property isn't in town and we liked that the area around it wasn't very populated. Nice and quiet stay. The property managers kept us informed on all matters and we didn't need them for anything but feel like they were available if we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness

French cottage

Well appointed. lovely property! The only thing that could have been better was the weather! Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

We loved the house as well as the lake view and access. Everything was clean and well-taken care of. We didn’t have any issues where we needed to contact the owners. The only complaint we had is that there weren’t more food options in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G., North Royalton, OH - USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakehouse

Great location and very quiet. The house was comfy and the amenities were appreciated. Being right on the lake was amazing and the provided kayaks were wonderful to pop out on the lake at any given time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage in a great location.

Cute cottage. Nice to have kayaks. Had all the basic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane V., Sussex, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

We loved the house, very spacious and comfortable. Great views! Definetly enjoyed being out on the deck and dock. Everything was just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, exactly as listed

Perfect location and exactly as listed. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Wine Trip

The house was in a perfect location for our girls wine trip. Booking and checking in was easy. The street was quiet and peaceful. We were able to have a boat pick us up from the dock. The weather didn’t allow us time to enjoy the outside amenities, but there are kayaks for use and a fire pit. Excellent stay that we all very much enjoyed! The house was clean and ready for our check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended family weekend

Finger lakes region is a unique place with plenty to offer. This lake house was clean updated with all lake house essentials kayaks, floaties and barbecue grill. Located central cayuga wine country between downtown Seneca Falls and Ithaca. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful lake getaway

The house was the perfect location for our Finger Lakes vacation. Being right in the water made for beautiful views morning and night, as well as easy access to the water to kayak and swim. The house had everything we needed, including chairs to use on the deck and at the water's edge. After exploring the Finger Lakes during the day, we enjoyed coming "home" to the lake house. neesed
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect mini getaway

My husband and I decided on a last minute honey moon. Our only regret was not staying longer! We had so much fun visiting tons of wineries, sitting by the lake and fishing, and just relaxing! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful property with us- we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice, upstairs very warm Air Conditioner did not work.

Friendship trip was fun.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bobbi h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette Weekend

This was perfect for our Bachelorette weekend! Clean and comfortable with amazing views!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable lake house with a view

Six adult women friends slept comfortably in this house for a long weekend. The full bathroom on first floor had a great shower and was roomy. Most of our awake time was spent traveling to various wineries and breweries in the area. There are many! We walked to a couple nearby. It was a bit windy and cool so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck and fire pit as we would have liked, but the kitchen table offered a nice view of the lake. The neighbor was friendly and checked in on us upon arrival. She gave us extra coffee and filters, but we did find filters on day 2 tucked away in a drawer. I, personally, would have enjoyed staying an extra couple of days to further explore the area. Would definitely choose this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melita F.

Liked: Cleanliness

French cottage beauty

Lake views stunning… clean and comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Stay

Great place to stay on the lake, close to breweries and wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day Weekend Get Away

Enjoyed a nice long weekend with family up on Cayuga lake. Very relaxing, beautiful weather exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay on Cayuga

Lovely house that was perfectly appointed for us. Clean, fun, not too “precious” with delicate things everywhere. Weather was beautiful as was the view property managers were over quick to fix a leaky pipe and a hornets nest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucyna G.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place to stay

house was perfect - well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023