Relax on the covered front porch with a glass of wine or beer and unwind in the countryside. Just minutes from primitive lake access, this farm offers opportunities to help with animal care or collect eggs from free-range chickens. Enjoy kayaking, try yard games, or cozy up by the fire pit.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!
Covered front porch overlooking the countryside. A great place to relax with a glass of wine/ beer and unwind. Primitive lake access is just a few minutes away. No amenities at the primitive lake access point. Lake access with amenities is located in the village of Skaneateles. Just a 10 minute drive from the farm. There is a public beach area, with benches along with public restrooms. Restaurants, delis, pubs and shops within walking distance from the beach in Skaneateles. Bicycling, motorcycling, hiking trails, golf, apple and pumpkin picking, wineries, restaurants, and shopping all within 10 to 20 minute drive. Or, you can hang out and try your hand at farm life. This is a great opportunity to introduce yourself and your children to livestock and animal care. Help feed, clean and water the animals, groom animals, or collect eggs from our free-range chickens. Kayaks and adult life jackets are available. Along with a fire pit, Weber grill, washer and dryer, outdoor seating, yard games, and board games. There is something for everyone! Come and check it out!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: No dogs on furniture or at the barn.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Skaneateles, this cabin is in the city centre and on a lake. John D. Barrow Art Gallery and Skaneateles Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Song Mountain Resort and Vesper Hills Golf Club. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Skaneateles travel guide
Is 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles! located?
Located in the heart of Skaneateles, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Skaneateles Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Otisco Lake and John D. Barrow Art Gallery. Clift Park and Shotwell Memorial Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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864 sq ft Rustic bunkhouse located on a working farm. Minutes from Skaneateles! Reviews
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My family had a great stay at The Hitching Post. The quiet setting, beautiful sunsets, horses as your neighbors is exactly what we all needed for a mid summer getaway.
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Hitchen Post. Accommodations were clean, inviting ..and Ashlie was an amazing host. We loved being on a working farm (Ashlie was kind enough to take time to introduce us to all of her wonderful animals). The cabin is near town , so a great place to stay. Everything we needed for our stay was at our fingertips. We could not have asked for more.
Debra D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ashleigh was a fabulous host. She made extra effort to engage our two young kids in feeding animals at the farm and was super pet friendly. The house was a quaint retreat and was perfect for our two kids and dog to stay along with us. With all of the Skaneateles amenities nearby and yet tranquility in the country, it was a great place to stay. Highly reccomend. And we will be back!
I must say, this is one of the greatest fines in all the years I’ve been using VRBO. As a premier host myself, I was totally impressed by this property and the host. Small beautiful farm and the cabin has its own private yard. My dog was able to roam without me having to worry and even exposed to horses. The cabin is beautiful and well equipped and I would stay there again in a minute. Breakfast on the front porch every morning and enjoying the mama deer and her babies in the fields.
The host could not have been more helpful and a delight to talk with. We were looking for a place to just relax and wander and this place was the right choice!
A fantastic place, in close proximity to the town and the lake. Seeing all the farm animals every day was a big bonus. All amenities were in great working order. Comfortable beds, nice kitchen. Overall, one of the most enjoyable vacations! Will come back.
The bunkhouse was adorable. It was clean, bed was very comfortable. Ashlie is a great host. I got to meet all of the animals. Just a nice place to unplug and relax!!!
Our family stayed here for a week this summer, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The property itself was immaculately clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything a family could need for a relaxing stay.What truly set this stay apart and made it so special was the incredible hospitality from our host, Ashlie. She was so welcoming and exceptionally helpful throughout our visit. The absolute highlight for our daughters was when Ashlie took the time to introduce them to her animals and even let them help brush a horse. It was a magical moment for them and a memory our whole family will cherish.We cannot recommend this property highly enough, especially for families. If you're looking for a comfortable, convenient, and truly welcoming place to stay, look no further. We are already dreaming of our next visit!
Clean and comfortable cottage with wonderful porch overlooking the horses in the field. Toiletries basket was a nice touch! Soft towels in the bathroom, comfortable bed, and nice cold air conditioning for sleeping well in the humid summer. Ashleigh was absolutely delightful to talk with and took a lot of time to show us around the barn, meet the pets and farm animals, and even allowed my daughter to groom and lead one of the horses. Our whole family enjoyed the stay here and would certainly come back and stay again.
The property is beautiful. Owner did a fantastic job making it dog friendly. Entire property is fenced so your pup can be free to roam and porch is also gated. The property is a working farm so the Owner actually stays in the back of the cottage in an attached studio apt which it does not mention but Ashlie was great! The area is very peaceful but if you are looking for lake time you may want to look elsewhere. The public lake access is about a mile away but very very small and no room for parking or even a spot to sit. If your idea is to just get away and relax at the cottage then I would recommend.