Is Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Where is Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Lake State Park. New York Chiropractic College and It's A Wonderful Life Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

22 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petite Retreat was a treat!

Such a great little place. Great kitchen/living area and an amazing view right on the lake!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

5 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

house was great and so was the area!

The property and amenities were wonderful. For those looking to enjoy the wineries be warned, almost everything closes around 5PM.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Leah H.

5 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Darling Property, a little challenging using the lower level bedroom

Charming cottage! Very clean with a beautiful view of the lake. Our only issue was accessing the lower-level bedroom. My husband is 6'3" and he did not like ducking to that degree going to bed at night. Your listing should probably note that It is not a good fit for tall people. This was our only issue with the cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin N.

10 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

I enjoyed the retreat with my two sisters. We spent our time cooking and chatting on the delightful multi-level decks. The kitchen was well supplied and there’s a small grocery store just up the road if you need to pick up anything. We loved our stay and would love to stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ross D.

9 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent waterfalls

Property is quality. You will be amazed with all the giant waterfalls in an hour range. The dock on the property, while nice and useful, only sits in about 2-3 feet of water so there is definitely no jumping or diving off. Unfortunately, while Cayuga Lake is pretty to see from the home, if you're planning on swimming expect tons of seaweed to go through. Water is clean though.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina K.

9 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and place

We had a great time and really enjoyed the place for our short trip

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

12 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Such a peaceful getaway property on the lake. The balcony overlooking the water was my favorite spot. My legs got a good workout from all the stairs, other than that the place was clean, fully stocked with small supplies, games and plenty of indoor and outdoor chairs to choose from. We had a very nice time enjoying the water while site seeing all the nearby wineries.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

15 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petite Retreat

It was very nice! Location was perfect! The only thing was the kitchen didn’t have some things that most rentals have.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

7 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petit Retreat packs a big punch!

We loved our stay here! It is a small home but how much space is actually needed to sit, relax, and just enjoy the water?! We were created with gifts for us and our pooch. The home was clean and ready for us when we arrived. The beds were comfortable. There were plenty of linens for my husband and I. We enjoyed the location immensely! We are definitely coming back! The only constructive feedback we have is to tidy up the windowsills on the backside of the house. Th widows in the three season room are dirty and difficult to use, and the windows on the backside of the house for the upstairs deck where the table is were pretty filthy, like they had just been forgotten when the rest of the home was cleaned.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie P.

15 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect lake house for 2

Petit Retreat is an excellent lake house for 2. Well decorated for lake life, bright and cheery. Very clean and well appointed with every thing you may need including 2 kayaks and life vests. The 2 outdoor decks are very nice especially to watch sunrises and the sunroom off of the lower bedroom is also well appointed and nice for inclement days. The only downfall is the steps to the lower bed/bath. Duck and go slow! Overall, excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petit Retreat

We absolutely love this house! It was the perfect size for our three person family. The air-conditioning were great, the window blinds were great to block the morning sun, the stove, microwave, and coffee pot all worked great! We got a little welcome bag that had everything we need to get us started like a sponge, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper. The deck and patio were fantastic! The yard furniture was very comfortable and perfect for our stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petite Retreat

What a cute bungalow on Lake Cayuga. Loved the views and location. Updated amenities with a lovely kitchen, baths and seating area. We loved sitting on the lower level sun room. The only negative was the stairs to the lower level which were very steep and tight. However, everything else was perfect!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith V.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house!!

The house was perfect. It was the perfect size for my family and our dog. I’d absolutely recommend this property!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

18 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

My family (me, husband, 7 yo, 9 yo, dog) stayed at Petit Retreat for an extended weekend (6/14-6/17). The property is adorable. Perfect size for us! The kitchen is well equipped. I made breakfast each day and cooked dinner once. They had everything I needed. Heads up that it gets very warm, very quickly inside when using the oven. We used the grill and it worked (unlike many other rentals we’ve done over the years). Some info we received said to bring linens/towels but all those items were present for us. We did bring beach towels and are glad we did. The location is perfect! Our sons literally ran right to the dock on arrival and dropped lines. They spent a LOT of their time there and caught fish within 10 minutes of starting. We used the kayaks as well and they loved that! I didn’t do 5 stars on cleanliness for minor issues. The coffee pot was literally reading that it needed to be cleaned and inside the water reservoir there was a thick layer of scum. There were a lot of gnats (to be expected when staying on a lake) but the dead ones were layered on windowsills, the kitchen chairs and other areas. Our kids found a full beer can on the porch on arrival day. Ultimately minor issues and attributed to cleaning staff, not the home or home owners. Property management said late check out was possible and to call before check in to be sure, upon calling we were told that was basically impossible to ever do. Big discrepancy on their end as late check out was very important to us.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Denise F.

15 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing atmosphere

Even though the cottages are close together, it was very quiet and relaxing. We will definitely be back to this area!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

19 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wine tasting

Adorable place. Loved everything except should have outdoor light for bottom entrance

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Susan K., Cutchogue,ny

24 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petit Retreat

The house is small, hence why it is named"Petit Retreat". My husband and I stayed for a week while I attended a quilting workshop at Wells College. It is nicely decorated and very clean and well appointed.The view of the lake is lovely. There is a Mennonite market about 15 minutes away. Unlike staying near an ocean or bay where you hear the sound of the wind and water, lakes by their nature are quiet. As a result, sound travels far and the houses are very close together so you can hear conversations from other homes even when people are talking in a normal tone. That being said, the neighbors are very considerate and you have to be as well. If you mind having homes in close proximity this is not the house for you. It was very quiet and having central air conditioning in the hotter weather made our stay comfortable and relaxing.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

5 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage!

Rented for a girls weekend with my family and the location was perfect! The cottage was neat and clean and in a gorgeous location. Would highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy W., Fort Walton Beach

26 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Stay

The property was very cozy and the view was beautiful. We enjoyed the surrounding area and all there was to do.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Adrea M.

14 Nov 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lots of Potential, Poor Execution

I stayed here for a long weekend with two girlfriends for a girls get away. This property has lots of potential but you can tell that things have not been managed properly and the listing is very vague in expectations. Upon entering the home, not only were all the windows unlocked, but there was a very terrible sewage and moldy smell. That smell became worse when you descend the VERY narrow and dangerous stairs to the basement area which serves as the second bedroom. We did not feel safe staying down there when it smelled of recent water damage. Further, the property gloats of their all-season "Florida Room" (another fancy name for a screened in lower porch area). However, ALL of the outdoor furniture was smashed and thrown into the corner of the room deeming it unusable space. Why would you store the outdoor furniture in a useable room for guests instead of having it covered outside or in a shed/storage area? Not to mention the Screen porch room looked like it hadn't been cleaned in months. Human hair, dust, dead bugs, etc. My girlfriends and I only used the main level with one person sleeping on the couch. There are a list of other grievances (like a broken chair) that would have been manageable but the fact that the property did not seem to be taken care of made those small issues magnified. Further, the host was very unhelpful when I was asking for recommendations. Providing one word responses and NO guidance whatsoever. I think all of these factors just prove that management companies, like Finger Lakes Premier Properties, do not provide that 1:1 attention to the actual properties or their guests using them.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lynn B.

24 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Getaway

Fun, relaxing, beautiful property. Just the right amount of space for 3 of us. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

21 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Perfect for 4 people. Great location, good communication with property manager. Timely response to a few issues. Would stay again

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa T.

12 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home on the lake!

Stayed for a long weekend, had everything we needed. We did not use the kitchen but it would have been perfect to cook a meal. Great views, loved the kayaks and dock, close to Seneca Falls and wineries. Extra blankets for cool nights, games for families to play, guitar was fun to play! Would definitely come back and stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

16 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Lake Stay

Beautiful cabin right on the water. Accommodations were well appointed and very comfortable, and also located very near towns with everything one might need. Cannot recommend this particular cabin highly enough.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krista N.

5 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Tranquillity!

Loved our recent stay at Petite Retreat. It is a small house, but it doesn’t feel small! Spent most of my time there on the screened in porch. So relaxing with my morning coffee and happy hour cocktail! We were lucky to not have any neighbors during our stay so we had a lot of privacy when outside as the houses are very close together. The house is beautifully decorated, the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well equipped for having meals at home. There are not a lot of options close by for groceries or takeout which was a little annoying. Stopped at some great wineries/breweries a short drive from the house. It was so nice to be able to use the kayaks and life preservers at the house. Everything was in great condition. Bumped our heads more than a couple of times on our way down to the master bedroom, but that was a small price to pay for such a lovely stay! Master bedroom was also a little on the damp side, but I definitely wouldn’t let that deter you. Everything else about the place makes up for it!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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