Escape to a beautifully preserved Victorian cottage on the west shore of Cayuga Lake. This two-story home features classic Victorian architecture with a steeply pitched gabled roof & detailed gingerbread trim. The inviting exterior & year-round livability make it an ideal retreat or full-time residence. Inside, the wood-paneled main room offers a spacious parlor with a gas fireplace & new windows framing stunning lake views. The fully renovated kitchen includes white cabinetry, sleek white quartz countertops, & modern appliances. A marble full bathroom on the main floor adds a touch of luxury, while vintage details throughout maintain the home's historic charm. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms & a second fully renovated bathroom, elegantly finished with marble tile. Vaulted cathedral ceilings with exposed timbers bring light & openness to the entire second floor. Outdoor living is elevated by two lakeside porches—a fully screened first-floor porch & a second-story porch with panoramic lake views. Enjoy level access to the lake, a wide natural shale beach, a private dock in a beautifully landscaped setting with mature trees. The natural Vermont slate patio provides the perfect space for alfresco dining & relaxing by the water. The classic cottage was thoughtfully restored from the ground up, insulated & modernized all while maintaining is original, historic Victorian charm. Totally renovated in 2015 with careful attention to preserving the original Victorian design, . The project included lifting the structure to install a new foundation, new wood flooring, windows replaced, all-new plumbing & electrical systems, a custom kitchen & 2 new full bathrooms. The second floor was fully gutted & rebuilt with cathedral ceilings, selectively exposed original timbers & clerestory windows that bring in natural light. A high-end renovation that was expertly executed by one of the region’s most respected builders, Bruno Schickel. A rare offering that combines timeless architecture, thoughtful updates, & an unbeatable location on Cayuga Lake. Sellers reserve the right to set an offer review. Make an appointment to see it today. DON’T MISS THE VIRTUAL TOUR!