Yogi's Lakehouse
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Sunset from the deck: string-lit white railings, the dock, and Yogi the corgi looking out at the lake

South shore of Oneida Lake · Canastota, NY

Yogi's Lakehouse

Dock in, four kayaks waiting, and shallow, sandy water for nearly 100 yards out.

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1.5 baths · Dogs welcome · ★ 5.0 on Airbnb · Superhost · Top 1% of homes

When are you coming?

Check dates See the season

This season at the lake

Summer · Jun–Aug

Long days on the water.

The private dock is in, the four kayaks are free to use, and the shallow, sandy water is ideal for kids wading on calm days, guests say.

  • Paddle from your own dock: 4 kayaks, 10 life vests
  • Wade the shallow, sandy shoreline
  • Fish for walleye, bass and yellow perch
  • Sylvan Beach is 5 minutes away: beaches, the amusement park, Conehead Ice Cream
  • Walk 10 minutes to Verona Beach State Park
  • Dock in
  • Kayaks out
  • Grill on
  • Fire pit
A guest and her dog wading far out in the shallow, clear water
Two kayakers silhouetted on glittering water
Guests and their dogs kayaking and wading at sunset

Fall · Sep–Nov

Eagles and fire-pit nights.

The house sits on the lake's migration path, and fall is when the bald eagles show up. Great blue herons work the shallows, and the fire pit has firewood waiting.

  • Watch bald eagles from the deck
  • S'mores at the lakeside fire pit (firewood provided)
  • Last paddles before the dock comes out in mid-October
  • Cazenovia, a guest-favorite day trip
  • Grill on the deck until early December
  • Dock until mid-Oct
  • Grill until early Dec
  • Fire pit
  • Eagles
A bald eagle swooping low over the lake
A great blue heron in flight over the water
A small child with pumpkins at a fall farm

Winter · Dec–Feb

Ice fishing from the house.

When the ice is safe, walk straight out from the house to ice fish for walleye and perch. Park snowmobiles and rigs in the private lot, then warm up by the electric fireplace.

  • Ice fish straight out from the house for walleye and yellow perch (when the ice is safe)
  • Bring the snowmobiles: park sleds, rigs and haulers in our private lot
  • Movie nights by the electric fireplace, with books and board games
  • Turning Stone Resort Casino is 15 minutes away
  • Trailer lot
  • Fireplace
  • Ice fishing
  • Dock out
An adult and a child ice fishing on the frozen lake beside a snowmobile
Kids and an adult holding walleye beside an ice shanty
Yogi on a dog bed in front of the glowing electric fireplace

Spring · Mar–May

Quiet weeks by the water.

Herons in the shallows, kingfishers on the posts, and two workspaces facing the lake for a week of remote work.

  • Spot herons, kingfishers, geese and eagles
  • Work from the lake: 2 workspaces, ergonomic chairs, fast Wi-Fi
  • The grill is back from mid-April
  • The dock goes back in from May
  • Hike Verona Beach State Park, a 10-minute walk away
  • Grill from mid-Apr
  • Dock from May
  • 2 workspaces
  • Birding
A great blue heron wading in the shallows
A belted kingfisher perched on a post
A wooden desk and office chair at a window facing the lake
The great room: vaulted ceiling, kitchen island and dining table, with the lake through the sliding doors
Living room with the electric fireplace, sectional sofas and a lake window
Queen bedroom with anchor-print bedding and a ceiling fan

The house

A newly renovated, single-level cottage with a picture window onto the water from the living room, kitchen and workspaces. Spotless and well stocked, guests say.

Bedroom 1
Queen
Bedroom 2
3 twins*
Bedroom 3
Queen
Living room
Sofa bed

*Two singles plus a pull-out trundle. Groups of 4+ can request other setups.

  • Full kitchen, dining for 6
  • Electric fireplace
  • Smart TV in every bedroom
  • Washer & dryer
  • 2 workspaces, fast Wi-Fi
  • Single level, no stairs
All amenities
Outdoor & water
Private dock (seasonal) · 4 kayaks · 10 life vests · Lakeside fire pit + firewood · Propane grill + utensils · Deck with outdoor dining · Sun loungers · Private lawn · Fenced front yard · Private trailer lot
Kitchen
Full kitchen · Dishwasher · Oven & stove · Microwave · Air fryer · Blender · Waffle maker · Keurig + coffee · Kettle · Toaster · Cooking basics · Wine glasses · Dining for 6 + breakfast bar
Bedrooms & laundry
Smart TV and ceiling fan in every bedroom · Cotton linens · Extra pillows & blankets · Room-darkening shades · Washer & dryer · Drying rack · Iron · Hangers · Safe
Comfort & work
Air conditioning · Central heating · Electric fireplace · Fast Wi-Fi · 2 dedicated workspaces · Books & board games
Family
High chair · Children's books, toys & dinnerware · Changing table · Fireplace guards · Outlet covers
Bathrooms
Bathtub · Hair dryers · Shampoo, conditioner, body wash · Cleaning products
Safety & access
Single level, no stairs · Wide entrance · Lit path · Disabled parking spot · Self check-in with smart lock · Smoke & CO alarms · Fire extinguisher · First aid kit · Exterior cameras at front and back doors
Yogi the corgi on the front steps of the grey cottage, behind the white picket fence

Bring your dog.

The house is named after Yogi, our tricolor corgi, and it's set up for dogs: a fully fenced front yard on a quiet private road, plus dog beds, bowls, towels and a spare leash.

  • Fenced front yard
  • Dog beds & bowls
  • Towels for wet paws
  • Feeding mats & toys
  • Spare leash
  • Local dog sitter on request

Up to 2 dogs, $50 per dog. Non-aggressive and potty-trained; outdoor potty breaks only. The backyard opens to the lake and can't be fenced. Assistance animals always welcome.

★ 5.0 on Airbnb

Guest Favorite · Top 1% of homes · Superhost, via Airbnb

“Fabulous views, wonderful and communicative host! So close to Sylvan beach area but still quiet and peaceful. VERY dog-friendly. Highly recommend!!”

Susan, Penfield, NY · via Airbnb

“Our little pup also had the greatest time of her life. If staying, I highly recommend a kayak to watch the sunset.”

Sally, New York, NY · via Airbnb

“House was immaculate - clean, plenty of supplies. Very welcoming and comfortable!”

Raymond, Redding, CT · via Airbnb

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Summer stays: the dock is in from May to mid-October.

Good to know

Check-in
After 4:00 PM, self check-in with a smart lock
Check-out
Before 11:00 AM
Rates
Shown when you pick your dates
Dogs
$50 per dog, 2 max, charged with your reservation
Cancellation
Flexible cancellation. Details after you tap Reserve.
Hosts
Alex & Marie: 100% response rate, usually within an hour. yogislakehouse@gmail.com
House rules
  • Up to 8 overnight guests and 2 dogs; only registered guests, dogs and vehicles on the property
  • $1,000 penalty for undisclosed visitors or pets, plus possible cancellation without refund
  • No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
  • Quiet hours 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM; no parties, events, firearms or fireworks
  • No commercial photography or filming
  • 10 mph on the private road
  • Dogs: non-aggressive and potty-trained, outdoor potty breaks only, bag waste in the paw bin, supervise outdoors
  • Put the fire pit out completely with the lakeside hose. Nights get windy.
  • Swim and boat at your own risk: no lifeguards, life vests required
  • The backyard opens to the water and can't be fenced; only the front yard is fenced
  • At checkout: run the dishwasher, return outdoor gear, rinse and flip the kayaks, lock up, and text us when you've left
Getting here & nearby
  • Marion Manor Marina, public launch1–2 min
  • Sylvan Beach5 min
  • Verona Beach State Park10-min walk
  • Turning Stone Resort Casino15 min
  • Rome Amtrak Station20 min
  • Syracuse airport (SYR)25–30 min
  • Downtown Syracuse35 min