Olver Farm Cottage

Rating 5 (33 Guest Reviews)
Bedroom 2 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 full baths
Guests 4 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • Lake: Cayuga Lake
  • Location: Lakeside
  • Square Feet: 1500

Location Location

Description Description

Olver Farm Cottage welcomes you to experience a true Finger Lakes dream vacation. Nestled just steps from the pristine shores of Cayuga Lake, this newer lake home beautifully blends classic farm charm with modern elegance. Located midway between Ithaca and Seneca Falls, this vacation home offers the perfect home base to explore the best of the Finger Lakes region.

Designed as an ideal couples’ retreat, Olver Farm Cottage promises the ultimate relaxation in a serene setting. Upon entering, you’ll be greeted by a spacious, beautifully designed great room featuring soaring knotty pine ceilings that stretch the length of the space. Wall-to-wall windows offer breathtaking, uninterrupted views of Cayuga Lake, allowing natural light to flood the interior and providing a front-row seat to nature’s changing moods.

The well-appointed corner kitchen is a chef’s delight, featuring gleaming white cabinetry and a convenient island with bar seating for two. The kitchen comes fully stocked with an assortment of cooking and dining ware, including a Keurig coffee maker for your morning brew. Whether you’re preparing a gourmet meal or a simple snack, this space ensures your stay is as comfortable as it is enjoyable.

Comfortable seating is arranged perfectly to face the expansive lake-facing windows, creating an inviting spot to relax with a book, watch your favorite shows, or simply gaze out at the tranquil water. Whether it’s a sun-drenched afternoon or a cozy rainy day, the living area at Olver Farm Cottage invites you to unwind and soak up the peaceful ambiance.

Two generously sized bedrooms are located on opposite ends of the great room, offering privacy and comfort for every guest. Both bedrooms are furnished with luxurious king-size beds, promising restful nights. The master bedroom features an attached ensuite bath for added convenience, while the second bedroom enjoys a full bathroom just across the hall.

Step outside onto the wraparound deck and breathe in the crisp Finger Lakes air while listening to the gentle sounds of waves lapping against the shore. The outdoor space beckons you to spend leisurely days fishing off the dock, swimming in the clear lake waters, or simply basking in the sun. The natural beauty of the surroundings and the calmness of Cayuga Lake create the perfect setting for relaxation and rejuvenation.

The location of this Finger Lakes vacation rental couldn’t be better. You’re perfectly positioned to enjoy a variety of local attractions and activities in every direction. Head south to Ithaca, where you can hike the breathtaking Taughannock Falls or explore the vibrant Ithaca Commons with its shops, restaurants, and cultural offerings. Don’t miss stopping by Cayuga Lake Creamery for a homemade ice cream treat before heading back to your lake home.

Travel north toward Seneca Falls to savor local dining favorites like Café 19 and 84 Fall. History enthusiasts will appreciate a visit to the Women’s National Rights Museum on Fall Street, a key site in the nation’s suffrage movement. As a guest of Olver Farm Cottage, you’ll also have easy access to the renowned Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Spend an afternoon visiting award-winning wineries such as Hosmer Vineyards and Thirsty Owl Wine Trail, all just minutes from your doorstep.

While the cottage offers a peaceful retreat, you’ll never be far from excitement or adventure. From water sports and fishing on Cayuga Lake to hiking scenic trails and exploring nearby towns, this vacation home provides an exceptional blend of quiet lakeside living and access to the best the Finger Lakes region has to offer.

Olver Farm Cottage is thoughtfully maintained and managed to provide a safe and responsible rental experience. The owners live onsite but maintain your privacy, ensuring a seamless and comfortable stay. This lake home accommodates up to four guests and complies with local Town of Varick rental guidelines, including occupancy limits.

Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, a small family vacation, or a quiet spot to reconnect with nature, Olver Farm Cottage is your perfect Finger Lakes destination. Book your stay today and start making memories in this beautiful lakefront vacation home on Cayuga Lake.

* Overnight docking not permitted at this property. 

**This property is closely monitored for responsible renting and must abide by Town of Varick Rental Guidelines; this includes limiting guest occupancy to 4 at all times.

Per New York state and county regulations, the occupancy for this property is strictly limited. The maximum occupancy stated on this listing is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time, including infants and children. This includes both day and overnight guests, no exceptions.

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.       


Property Details Property Details
  • Boat Lift: None
  • Lake Frontage: 150' (Natural)
  • Nearest Launch: Dean's Cove
  • Dock: 3' x 60' (Permanent) Not For Overnight or Extended Day Docking
  • Slope of Lot: Gradual
  • Steps to Beach: 3
  • Stairs to Property: 1
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Bed and Bath Bed and Bath
  • Bedroom 1 - King - Entry Level
  • Bedroom 2 - King - Entry Level
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet,Shower - Entry Level
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Shower - Entry Level

Amenities 14 Amenities
  • Boat Cleats or Tie-Off ( Not For Overnight or Extended Day Docking)
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Iron
  • Iron Board
  • Wall A/C Unit ( Mini-Split in Each Bedroom and Kitchen)
  • Blender
  • Fire Pit

Reviews Rating 5 (33) Reviews
Rating 5
5-Stars!
Kevin K - Stay Date: 8/17/2025
Rating 5
We couldnï¾’t pick a favorite memoryï¾…it was all fantastic. We really enjoyed spending time with family and the next door neighbors!
Dennis D - Stay Date: 7/5/2025
Rating 5
We enjoyed the chairs on the dock in the evening and sitting on the deck as well. We really enjoyed our overall experience at Olver Farm Cottage.
Paul K - Stay Date: 6/7/2025
Rating 5
Spectacular Lakefront Home
Wow! What a fabulous experience renting this home! Inside the home, everything was very clean and fresh and looks brand new. The show-stopping feature is the gorgeous lake views from both bedrooms and the living room. Kitchen was well-stocked, and there were plenty of comfortable seating options inside. Outside there are Adirondack or rocking chairs on both ends of the deck, at the beach area by the lake and at the end of the dock where you can enjoy stunning views of the lake. Sunrise and moonrise were unobstructed and amazing! The space felt very private, but we did appreciate that the owners were friendly and helpful if needed.
Anonymous U from Connecticut - Stay Date: 8/10/2025
Rating 5
Amazing place on the lake!
Two couples couldn’t find a better spot. Recent construction. Clean with ample living space. A pier to sit in the quiet evening gazing on the lake sipping that wine you’ve been buying. There’s no other word but perfect.
Dawn T from Lebanon - Stay Date: 6/30/2025
Rating 5
Relax Enjoy
Clean, comfortable, relaxing. Enjoyed the views.
Michael S - Stay Date: 7/17/1905
Rating 5
Exceeds all expectations.
Truly enjoyed our stay at the lake house! Incredible views of the sunrise over the lake. The lake house was comfortable and offered views from all rooms to enjoy. Amenities were top notch. Would definitely stay again. Thank you. Mike Savage
Anonymous U from Endicott - Stay Date: 7/27/2025
Rating 5
Beautiful, clean place that was enjoyable all week long.
Robert J - Stay Date: 10/12/2024
Rating 5
the house was new and perfect for 2 couples. The mornings and evenings on the dock were perfect!
Debbie S - Stay Date: 9/14/2024
Rating 5
Great place except tv
Richard H - Stay Date: 9/29/2024
Rating 5
Delightful
Impeccably clean, very comfortable, amazing sunrises. Would definitely stay again. Nice central location for day trips both north and south.
Kelly S - Stay Date: 11/1/2024
Rating 5
Even more amazing than the pictures
What an amazing place with beautiful views. Perfect for two adult couples. Everything was new and clean. My only issue was that the en suite shower was very slippery and had no grab bars.we will definitely come back. It was just a wonderful stay.
Carrie B - Stay Date: 10/5/2024
Rating 5
Perfect location, beautiful home.
We enjoyed our stay the home is beautiful. Location on the water great location.
Karen S - Stay Date: 10/22/2024
Rating 5
10/10 best house, hands down!
Christina - Stay Date: 7/19/2024
Rating 5
Bass Tournament
Absolutely fantastic everyone loved the accommodations, the property is beautiful, we cannot say enough. The owners are wonderful and really pay attention to details to make your stay comfortable. We are looking forward to staying again at the Oliver Farm property.
Jonathan K - Stay Date: 7/17/2024
Rating 5
Perfect lakefront cabin.
Second year staying at this property. Last year stayed at a different house on the property. Both houses were spectacular offering slightly different feels. The property owners are wonderful. Truly great people that are committed to their guests having the best experience possible. The lakefront cottage is nearly brand new. The owners did not cut any corners with this place. It is immaculate inside and out. The views are breathtaking from every room in the house. The furniture and beds are extremely comfortable. It is super clean. From the moment you enter the cottage you immediately fall into the relaxed lake vibe. We definitely did not want to leave. We will be back for sure.
Andrew R - Stay Date: 7/10/2024
Rating 5
It was a wonderful visit. We would’ve liked to have stayed longer, but the property was already rented out. Location was perfect.
Tammy - Stay Date: 6/27/2024
Rating 5
Impeccable.
Christopher - Stay Date: 7/2/2024
Rating 5
Beautiful, clean and comfortable property in the heart of so many wonderful activities and experiences!! We enjoyed all the lake has to offer. Amenities provided by the property management company simplified what we needed to bring or purchase which gave us more time to relax and experience everything in the area. We biked and hiked, tasted wine and craft beer and liquor and cider, shopped antiques, and enjoyed various local foods including ice cream. We will definitely return to Cayuga Lake!!
Anne M - Stay Date: 6/18/2024
Rating 5
For first time visitors to the Finger Lakes region, the Olver Farm Cottage was an excellent choice. The house was comfortable and lovely lovely with huge windows looking on the lake, and it had all the amenities we wanted. It made this a special trip -- and probably not our last to the area -- and maybe even to the same cottage!
Candace B - Stay Date: 6/8/2024
Rating 5
Lake House Bliss
We had an unforgettable stay at this beautiful lake house on Cayuga Lake. The property was impeccably clean and incredibly comfortable, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The location is unbeatable, situated right on the lake, where we were able to watch breathtaking sunrises from the dock each morning. Fishing from the dock was a great success, and we caught plenty of fish! Being close to several of the local wineries added a delightful touch to our trip. We spent our days exploring the vineyards and sampling some delicious wines. In the evenings, we made a fire on the beach, sipped on our favorite finds, and watched stunning sunsets over the water. It was a perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. We highly recommend this lake house for anyone looking to experience the best of Cayuga Lake!
Craig D - Stay Date: 5/24/2024
Thank you so much for the review and for recommending our rental. We hope to see you again during your next trip to the Finger Lakes.
Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 6/17/2024
Rating 5
The cottage was in an excellent location. Wonderful views of the lake from inside and outside.
We had a wonderful experience at the beautiful Olver Farm Cottage. Location was excellent to many wineries. Condition of the house was immaculate. Would definitely return to this wonderful home.
Joe D - Stay Date: 10/11/2023
Rating 5
Extremely likely to recommend this property to others..
Excellent rental overall with access to many attractions around area.
Donald C - Stay Date: 10/15/2023
Rating 5
Great weekend getaway
The cottage what is exactly the way it looked in pictures, just perfect!! The cottage was very clean and everything we needed. Great location. So nice being right on the water.
Karen M - Stay Date: 9/29/2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again soon.
Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 2/5/2024
Rating 5
View was amazing!
Vacation was very relaxing. House was clean and comfortable.
Lauren D - Stay Date: 10/27/2023
Rating 5
The choices for property rentals are excellent.
It’s very easy to view and pick properties on the Finger Lakes Rentals website. I’ve used them a number of times now, and I’ve never had an issue with the rental process.
Leslie S - Stay Date: 11/5/2023
Rating 5
Olver farm cottage
Beautiful new home. Right on the lake. Couldn’t ask for a better location. Close to many wineries. The views from the gray room and front deck were tremendous. Would definitely return again
Joseph D - Stay Date: 10/11/2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 1/17/2024
Rating 5
Beautiful View

Very clean, great location, and beautiful view. Check in process was very easy.

Heather G from State College, Pennsylvania - Stay Date: 10/19/2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!


Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 12/8/2023
Rating 5
Parents Getaway

The property was exactly what I expected. The lake view was amazing. It was a beautiful relaxing weekend for my husband and I. We would definitely rebook.

Lauren D from Phoenixville, Pennsylvania - Stay Date: 10/27/2023

 Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are thrilled to hear you are already planning another stay with us!

Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 11/28/2023
Rating 5
Beautiful Cottage
We really enjoyed our time here. This home is in the perfect location for visiting wineries and parks. It?s so nice and clean ? and that view can?t be beat. We loved looking at the water and trees from both inside and outside. The "master" bedroom, closet and bathroom are bigger than my first apartment! The kitchen had everything we needed too. We will definitely stay here during our next visit!
Amy N from St. Louis, MO - Stay Date: 9/24/2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time with your friends. Please come and stay with us again soon!

Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 11/28/2023
Rating 5

Lovely property. The view is amazing. All appliances are brand new and in great working order. We had an issue trying to use the dryer (operator error) and we called the owners. They responded quickly and helped us figure out the problem.  We found the location to be central to everything we wanted to do and see. We would definitely stay at the property again. 

Tasha B from Neptune Beach, Florida - Stay Date: 9/2/2023
Rating 5
Olver farm cottage

The view was fabulous. The home was decorated nicely, clean, comfortable and had a great deck and dock. The cinder gravel was a bit challenging for the 2 who used crutches and a walker.

Donna B from Cincinnati, Ohio - Stay Date: 9/9/2023
Rating 5

We had a wonderful time staying at Olver Cottage. Absolutely beautiful home; perfect for two couples! The owners, Lisa and Neil made a last minute accommodation that made our stay even better --- and this was a huge request! We walked into this brand new home and were blown away by the wall of windows providing a stunning view of Cayuga Lake. Step outside onto the lovely deck and just enjoy the views. Truly such a relaxing way to spend some time while soaking up the beauty of the lake. The bedrooms were large, the living/dining/kitchen area was very spacious and well appointed. And everything you needed to cook your meals was provided. There are numerous wineries just a few minutes from the house and the area in general is just gorgeous. We would absolutely rent again and feel honored to have been the first to stay in this beautiful home.

Michael M from Middletown, New York - Stay Date: 7/10/2023
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