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The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay

Please know that I am taking the current health concerns very seriously. I addition to our usual high standards for cleanliness we are dedicating additional time to clean the cottage. All high contact areas are specifically disinfected.
If you would like additional information regarding our policy or procedures please feel free to inquire. If you would like additional time between your arrival and the previous guest please inquire. Access to the cottage is contact free.

The Yellow Cottage is a charming family summer home on beautiful Fair Haven/Little Sodus Bay. The cottage has 90 feet on the Bay providing expansive views of the water and beautiful summer sunsets. The cozy living space is furnished and the kitchen equipped to make your stay a comfortable vacation respite. The windowed in porch is great for dining and relaxing with a good book. A propane heater is available for cool weather comfort. There is a large patio off the porch connecting to the back door entrance. Access to the cottage and all areas of the cottage and patio are barrier free. There is a gas grill for your use.

A seasonal aluminum dock offers additional waterfront access and enjoyment ( fishing, sunbathing etc.) Boats may not be tied to the dock.

Renter assumes all responsibility for safety in and around the water. Neighboring property’s are private. Please do not trespass unless given specific permission from the owners , this includes their docks .

Pets are not allowed.

There are two bedrooms . One bedroom has a queen size bed the other has two twins which may be combined and used as a king bed. The living-room has a full size pull out couch. The enclosed porch has a full size futon for an additional private sleeping area.

Sheets and towels are not provided except by request for an additional fee. The cottage is equipped with blankets and pillows.

The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen including stove with oven, microwave, drip coffee pot, toaster oven and toaster, crock pot and a selection of pots and pans, dishes and utensils.

The cottage has cable TV and internet service.

The cottage has a washer/dryer.

The cottage has a whole house fan. Cool breezes off the Bay and especially in the evening give you comfortable sleeping and fresh air.

There is a cleaning fee of $85 . Renters are asked to leave the cottage tidy and otherwise in the condition as when they arrived. If cleaning is in excess of 3 hours additional fees will be taken from the security deposit.

During July and August there is a minimum stay of one week, 7 nights . You are welcome to inquire about multi week discounts for the Spring/Fall when there is a four night minimum stay. You are welcome to inquire about any questions you may have about the “Yellow Cottage.”

Fair Haven is a quaint village with vintage architecture. There is a library, grocery store and scenic waterfront dining. Fourth of July festivities include a parade, carnival and fireworks over the Bay preceded by a spectacular wall of fire around the Bay. Boat launch and docking/mooring is available near by.

Evening hot spots often have a DJ or live music.

The “Sterling Cidery” with it’ s locally made cider and ever changing entertainment opportunities is just off Main St. https://www.sterlingcidery.com/

-Colloca winery is not to be missed / great wines, food , entertainment and views of the Bay. https://www.collocawines.com/

-Check out the Hardware Cafe for charming ambiance in this authentic old hardware store. http://www.hardware-cafe.com/

-Fried fish on Friday is just the beginning of good food at Brandon’s . http://www.brandonspubgrille.com/

-Turtle Cove has waterfront dining https://www.turtlecoveresort.com/

-The Pleasant Beach Hotel has accommodations and great sunsets to go with your delicious meal.
www.pleasantbeach.com

A short 3/4 of a mile down the road are the sandy beaches of the Fair Haven Beach State Park. The Park also offers fishing, hiking, golfing and family oriented activities. A short drive from the Village you will find the Sterling Valley Nature Center, the Renaissance Festival (weekends July and early August),antique shops and local artisans. Oswego State University is 1/2 hour away, Rochester, Finger Lakes Winery Trails and Syracuse are 1 hour away and Buffalo (Niagara Falls) and the Thousand Island area 2-3 hours. Seneca Falls, Genesee Country, Six Flags and shopping outlets are all comfortable day trip destinations.

Fair Haven is beautiful in the spring and fall. There are many local and area fishing tournaments with attractive prizes. Charter boats on the Bay like “Popeye Charter “can help you with planning your trip. Fall offers quieter, warm days for outside activities including the Ontario Orchards Fall Festival.

Best wishes,
Lynn
Yellowcottagefhny@gmail.com
Keywords: Cottage

Property manager

Lynn Dempsey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: please contact me for conversation regarding your
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 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

Property is also known as

The "yellow Cottage" Waterfront Little Sodus/fair Haven Bay

About the neighborhood

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Fair Haven, NY

What's nearby

  • Little Sodus Bay - 1 min walk
  • Fair Haven Beach State Park - 3 min walk
  • Fairpoint Marina - 13 min drive
  • State University of New York-Oswego - 29 min drive
  • Oswego Speedway - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colloca Estate Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pleasant Beach Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Turtle Cove Resort & Marina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fullers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stick & Rudder Public House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Little Sodus Bay and Fair Haven Beach State Park. Springbrook Greens State Golf Course is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

The "Yellow Cottage" waterfront Little Sodus/Fair Haven Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Albert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yellow Cottage Stay
My wife and I had a wonderful stay in the Yellow Cottage, everything about it was great, including location and access to Fair Haven Bay as well as the State Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness
cozy with beautiful views
a very pleasant stay and convenient to our points of interest
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ontario Trip
Enjoyed our stay. All went well
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a lovely setting
The cottage was very clean and comfortable. It was as good as the listing reads, if not better! It was a chilly day, so we turned on the space heater right away and were warm in no time. Fair Haven should come with a warning, though - once here, we never want to leave! Thank you, Lynn, for sharing this beautiful spot with us. Phil & Judy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Did not want to leave!
Great’
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the yellow cottage!
The yellow cottage was a perfect getaway..Every thing was perfect..Cottage was quaint..very clean and well stocked. The cottage was right on little sodus bay excellent fishing, kayaking, spectacular views and beautiful sunsets..Location was close by the village..nearby restaurants winery, shops, groceries, ice cream and walking distance to Fairhaven State Park. We met so many friendly people..Lynn thank you so much for sharing your beautiful cottage with us..We truly enjoyed our stay..and will definitely be back. You were a wonderful about communicating and allowed us to check in early..and offered us to stay longer. Fairhaven is really a beautiful area..I would definitely give this vacation 5 stars and would recommend this perfect get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fishing
Location is great views and fishing were fabulous. Neighbors were friendly and helpful with local places to go. House was clean spacious. One day was cold and rainy so we stayed in to watch movies. The furniture was not the most comfortable. Everything else was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cottage with spectacular view!
We loved the Yellow Cottage! Perfect for the two of us. Wonderful location and the view is the bay is fabulous! Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will definitely be back!
We had a wonderful stay at the yellow cottage. We were looking for a place for our family to disconnect from electronics and the usual running around back home and reconnect as a family. This was the perfect place. The cottage was equipped with everything we needed to grill out or to cook indoors. The views from the backyard were amazing. We caught some of the best sunsets and enjoyed just chilling by the lake and reading a book or watching the boats go by. The owners were very responsive before arrival and during our stay. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Celebrated our 25th anniversary at the “yellow cottage”…everything was perfect. Quiet, peaceful and the fishing was excellent!! Thank you for everything Lynn!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G., Bath

Liked: Cleanliness
The Yellow Cottage is Amazing.
The owners are absolutely wonderful people.As well as one of the most beautiful views and best fishing spots I know.The yellow cottage clean,comfortable felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C., Syracuse, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Memories
My husband and 2 grand children ages 8 and 6 had a great time at the yellow cottage....easy check in and the cottage was spotless. The kids had so much fun jumping off the dock and playing some wiffle ball and other games in the large yard. I loved the swing where I enjoyed my morning coffee. We took bike rides to Fair Haven State Park and the kids loved the beach and the hiking trails and playgrounds. Village of Fair Haven is close enough to bike ride but we drove into town becasue we always needed to pick up something....I would highly recommend the yellow cottage. Lynn and Kevin are a lovely couple and we all had such a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yellow cottage is a must!
Beautiful cottage with gorgeous view of the lake. The cottage was very clean and everything we needed for our family vacation. Walking distance of the park and beach! Lynn and her husband are very accommodating and were lovely to chat with. We will rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Syracuse, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot and host
We had a lovely week at this sweet cottage. Lynn puts a lot of thought into making the cottage feel comfortable for her guests: sending reminders for the stay, marking how to use items in the house, and a well equipped kitchen and cottage. The place itself is adorable, with a larger living room area and a sunroom that was my favorite room, day or night. Lynn and her husband live behind the cottage and her sister lives beside it. Both are very friendly and kind, yet give you privacy as well. If you need anything, they are happy to help. The house does not have air conditioning, but it gets cool with a all-house fan that circulates the cool air from outside quickly throughout the space. I rented kayaks to top off the week--those are not provided there. The view of the water and the sunsets across the bay made this place especially wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Property
I can’t say enough about this amazing property. Lynn was absolutely amazing from the moment we booked to the moment we left. The yellow cottage is just e enough to the park that we could walk or ride bikes. But we didn’t need to go anywhere. The Yellow Cottage was equipped with everything we needed. The dock was fun to launch our SUPs or fish off of. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage and beautiful view of Sodus Bay
Very nice stay. The property owner was very responsive to our questions
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Yellow Cottage
We had a great time staying at the Yellow Cottage - Lynn was a great host, providing quick communication and a friendly welcome. This cottage suited our needs well and we loved the view of the water, the large yard, and fire pit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, family friendly home in great location!
We had a wonderful stay at the yellow cottage. Check in was easy and Lynn was there to greet us and give us helpful information about our stay and the neat location we were in. Everything was clean and comfortable, the kitchen had anything you could need, the big windows were lovely, and it was very family friendly for our two year old. The fire pit and grill were great to have, and the views of the bay were beautiful. The location is excellent for exploring all the area had to offer. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in Fair Haven
Very nice place to relax. Owners were very helpful. Would stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Cozy
Our hostess provided excellent communication not only about the cottage but also local life. She accommodated every request and answered each and every question. The cottage well-suited our needs. It was clean, comfortable, afforded beautiful views and had everything we could need. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

PERFECT LITTLE COTTAGE ON THE LAKE
We really enjoyed our week at the yellow cottage. We stayed in August so it was a little warm at night, other than mother nature not cooperating, the cottage had everything we needed. Lynn was a great host, her house is right behind the cottage so when I called and asked if the cottage had an iron, she said, no and she happily loaned me her personal iron and ironing board.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Perfect!
We have rented quite a few small cottages in different locations over the years. The yellow cottage is among the very best we've stayed in! Very clean, well-equipped, uncluttered, quiet, in a beautiful and convenient location. Owners were friendly and helpful but not at all intrusive. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Arthur P.

Perfect!
Came for a family wedding weekend and only regret was that we didn't have more time at the cottage. Super clean, spacious with beautiful grounds extending all the way down to the water. Bright and airy as well. Owners nearby and super friendly and helpful, yet not intrusive at all. Proactively offered extras that made our stay even better. Hope to be able to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Romy P.

Cozy and perfect location
We had a great time at the Little Yellow Cottage. The house is right near the water but with a large yard for kids to play. Beautiful sunsets and the neighborhood is quiet. We hope to come stay again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Neat, clean, well furnished and equipped.
Very well maintained and no undesirable surprises. Beautiful setting and sunsets. I would recommend to people I like.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018