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Fair Haven Family Cottage

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Sterling, NY
  • Popular LocationLittle Sodus Bay9 min walk
  • Popular LocationFair Haven Beach State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationState University of New York-Oswego33 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fair Haven Family Cottage

Our cottage is a quaint 3 bedroom home on a private extension of Ingersoll Dr. with private access and a little beach in Blind Sodus Bay.

This has been our family cottage for over 15 years and we are excited to share it with you! There is a window AC unit in the main living area, but no Central Air. Every room has ceiling fans and additional fans in them. If you keep the windows and doors closed the house does stay relatively cool.

Kitchen includes coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, stove, air fryer and kitchen utensils (pot and pans, etc).

A beautiful backyard overlooking the water with plenty of room for yard games and a huge fire pit for evening s’mores! (Wood is not provided).

There is a propane grill on the porch for use.

We recommend bringing a pop up tent for some shade in the back yard as there is not much coverage from the sun.

In the shed we have a Paddle Boat you're welcome to use.
There is an air compressor to blow up rafts as well so you can float around in the water!

Cell phone service is spotty right at the house, if you walk up the road just a little you have service and text messages seem to work fine.

High Speed Internet is available at the house, as well as a Roku to login to your personal streaming programs.

There are two outdoor security camera's on the property, one in the front of the house and one in the back.

Property manager

Cathlin Partyka

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Fair Haven Family Sterling
Fairhaven Family/fishing Cottage
Fair Haven Family Cottage Sterling
Fair Haven Family Cottage Private vacation home
Fair Haven Family Cottage Private vacation home Sterling

About the neighborhood

Sterling

Located in Sterling, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Little Sodus Bay, while Richardson-Bates House Museum and Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Thunder Island, or check out an event or a game at Oswego Speedway. With kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Little Sodus Bay - 9 min walk
  • Fair Haven Beach State Park - 12 min drive
  • State University of New York-Oswego - 33 min drive
  • Chimney Bluffs State Park - 38 min drive
  • Sodus Point Beach Park - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colloca Estate Winery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Little Sodus Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Turtle Cove Resort & Marina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fly By Night Cookie Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fat Frankie's Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fair Haven Family Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fair Haven Family Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fair Haven Family Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fair Haven Family Cottage located?

This family-friendly Sterling vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Little Sodus Bay and Lake Ontario. Fair Haven Beach State Park is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Perry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome lakefront property!
We visit the area once a twice a year to enjoy the amazing fishing that Lake Ontario offers. This is our first time staying at your property. We had a great time! The lakefront back yard was perfect for us to fish between the rain showers and the outdoor firepit was amazing....allowing us to relax and enjoy a couple of beers. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Loved the setup of the place the most. Right on the water with a big fire pit! Well stocked kitchen and bathroom, comfy beds, and close to many things! Bring your water shoes but the little beach was a nice bonus! Will be returning for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of Lake FUN!
We were so pleased when we arrived. Everything was as advertised, a cute, cozy lakehouse! We enjoyed swimming, fishing, campfires and paddleboating. The house had Everything we needed and more! The house is located about 15 minutes to the Sterling Renaissance Faire!! It was a great stay and a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice place
Nice water! Clean and quite
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing quiet location
Nice little spot on the relaxing water. Walking distance to the winery was nice too! Family enjoyed it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location, Great Relaxing Stay
The location is perfect for relaxation. The bay feels secluded and there were few other people on the water. We saw swans, Canadian geese, loons. My husband caught an enormous Northern Pike (in a kayak). The swimming area is great for kids and elderly with a smooth entry. We were not able to locate an air conditioner, but I didn't even bother asking about it because the house stayed cool during our stay with the all of the fans and ceiling fans. Nice full kitchen, beds are comfy, plenty of towels. Would recommend 10/10. We will likely be back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew w., Batavia, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
First time
was the first time doing something like this. It was a great way to start for the first time . we loved the place and want to book aging.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leng S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy and comfortable.
We liked the quietness of the neighborhood. The place felt cozy and comfortable. Very nice view of the lake Beds were neat and comfortable. Appliances were a bit outdated but very functional. A washer and dryer would be great! Plenty of cookware to make meals. Wished we had more time to use the paddle boats and use the fire pit. We would come back. Host was very informative.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oswego gem
We had a wedding close to the vrbo. I had just had surgery on my wrist and looked for a place close to venue. The view of the sunset was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
This was a hidden gem! Almost don’t want to write a review because it feels like a best kept secret. Although close to town and restaurants too. Was like being on the lake without the intensity of the waves. Very private and very quiet. Echoing many of the other reviews, the pictures don’t do it justice. Very family friendly with plenty of movies and games as well as a spacious lawn. The “beach” area was bigger than it looked as well although still somewhat small it was perfect for us. Fire pit was huge and we saw herons and eagles daily. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey F., South Otselic, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Accommodation
This rental had so much that I didn't expect (good!!). Coffee, Splenda, sugar, spices, extra sheets, plenty of towls, pillows, comfortable beds, couches were good. We had a rainy week, so we utilized them. It was a very nice set up. Even though it was rainy alot, we utilized the paddle boat. My youngest definitely enjoyed the swimming area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Family Vacation!
This place was perfect! Sunsets, huge fire pit, nice entrance into water and perfect amount of land in back of house by water for our endless days of playing cornhole! Was so peaceful and relaxing and the weather was perfect everyday! The house was perfect size for our family of 8 and it was very cozy. We definitely will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cozy cottage with a great view of the lake!!
Had a wonderful time !! Such a beautiful place to stay. They had everything you need there. Can’t wait to go back next year!!Thank You so much !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mj S., NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Had a wonderful time. Plenty of room for the eight of us. Cute little beach area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home with spectacular view!
We had an amazing time. The hosts were very accommodating and quick to respond to my questions when I was booking. The house was very roomy, clean and enjoyable. The property was located on the lake and we were able to kayak daily or just float in the water. We enjoyed a campfire every night and beautiful sunsets. They property had plenty of room for us to play badminton and yard games. Our family had a wonderful time and we would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ed g., Goen Spey NY

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July
Great place , great location within walking distance to the winery !! also close to town and local stores,restaurants etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay to visit local businesses and fishing charter. “Fatal Attraction fishing charter”
The property was nicely located, and clean. The only odd issue for us was the owners ask that renters strip beds, wipe down kitchen, bathrooms etc. Not that that’s an issue as we would have anyway but then there is a cleaning fee. Maybe this is standard but overall loved the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G., Sedalia

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
Very nice. greatly enjoyed the stay Home like
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls family week end
Good times , played cornhole,cards and dice. Girls went out kayaking . love the sound of the waves on shore. House was great love the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela U., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Labor Day weekend!
Perfect Labor Day weekend getaway! Perfect location on the water, close to restaurants and small shops, and walking distance to a winery. It was a bonus finding out the Lake Ontario wine and jazz Fest was during our stay. The house was super clean and huge! It had everything you could have needed for a weekend getaway. Great access into the water. HUGE fire pit (bring wood!) The only negative we had were the beds. It was a fantastic long weekend getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bedesh

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

ramesh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay.
Good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing get away
We had a wonderful stay in this cabin which is larger than the pictures make it appear. There was PLENTY of room for our family of 5. We really enjoyed fishing, swimming and boating in the lake. The paddle boat on the property was an extra bonus that my children really enjoyed. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great spot. Beat staying in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Theresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, nice setting
Very nice rental right on the water. The fire pit is huge, the yard is great for games and bird watching. Lack of WiFi not an issue for us. There is a musty odor that I’m sure was exacerbated by the heat/humidity but we had a great time. We were pleasantly surprised by the spacious rooms, much larger than the pics show.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Sterling
Structure Type
Private vacation home