Find your island oasis at Cayuga Escape, a Fire Island vacation home that's just a short walk from the beach and ferry. This charming retreat features four spacious bedrooms, two newly renovated full bathrooms, and an inviting living room with seating for the whole family.
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1097 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Updated home in great location with spacious living & outdoor features
Cayuga Escape
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Welcome to the perfect home base in Ocean Bay Park for your next Fire Island vacation! Ideally located a short walk from the beach, ferry, and restaurants, this home is convenient to all the nearby attractions. Ferry service from Bay Shore lands you in the heart of the Ocean Bay Park commercial district, which gives off a bohemian and breezy vibe. Downtown Ocean Bay Park features bay-front dining, a grocery store, and a bicycle rental shop.
The kitchen features white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Fully equipped for your use, there is also a coffee maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, dishware, glassware and pots & pans. The indoor dining table accommodates six guests and there is comfortable living room seating with room for the whole family to relax. The four bedrooms can easily accommodate ten people; two have queen- sized beds, and the other two each have three single beds. In addition, there are two newly renovated full bathrooms, both with spacious standing showers.
THINGS TO KNOW This home is only accessible via ferry. There are strict noise and no party restrictions at this home. If you feel this may be an issue for your group, please select a different property. This property is managed by Susan Scanlon, Principal Real Estate Broker with Vacasa New York, LLC Vacasa is a registered New York State sales tax vendor. And if Vacasa is the merchant of record will collect sales tax and applicable unit fees on all sales of short-term rental unit occupancy within New York State that it facilitates.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: No parking available.
Dock details: There is a marina next to Flynn's for private boat parking.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 30 years of age to book. Guests under 30 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In the city center
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Updated home in great location with spacious living & outdoor features pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Updated home in great location with spacious living & outdoor features?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Updated home in great location with spacious living & outdoor features?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Updated home in great location with spacious living & outdoor features located?
Located in the heart of Ocean Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Great South Bay and Ocean Beach. Sunken Forest and Sailors' Haven are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Bunk beds, it was very clean and kitchen was great
Mary H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Christine P.
23 July 2024
Comfortable house in a great location!
Would have given this a five star review if it weren’t for some cleanliness issues we had in check in. Once we were out in touch with the local management team, they couldn’t have been better at thoroughly addressing what we needed and were extremely helpful and kind! This is the second time we’ve rented this property and the renovations to the house are great!!
Christine P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Megan P.
19 August 2024
Clean, simple, perfect.
Our first visit to fire island was beyond our expectations. The house had bikes and we explored and enjoyed the simplicity of no cars and the friendliness of our little neighborhood. The convenience store was on our block, nearby to the best spot for live music, a pizza place with ice cream, and a beautiful stroll to the ocean. We enjoyed towels, beach chairs, sundries: basically only needed to pack our clothes and we were all set for a perfect experience. Close to the ferry and Ocean Beach, too. Lots of bunk beds for the kids. Very responsive. Outdoor shower was a nice lil amenity!
Megan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edana K.
16 August 2024
Absolutely loved this home
We loved this home! Very clean, plenty of beds and space for everyone. It was extremely well stocked- plates, cups, cooking pans were really nice, towels, etc. they provided small soaps and shampoos/conditioners. Lots of extra blankets. AC’s worked great as well as WiFi. The outdoor shower and washer/dryer were such nice extras that everyone enjoyed. We needed help with a few things and the management was super responsive, helpful and polite. Location was great, few houses from Flynn’s and pantry story and a five minute walk from the beach and ferry. Would absolutely recommend this home even, thank you for a great stay and wondering memories made with our children and family. We hope to come back every year.
Edana K.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Harpet G.
14 August 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Cleanliness
We got to the house and it was a lovely house, in a great location. The garbage outside had meat and other garbage not in bags. The storm door was broken which we fixed ourselves, the floor was full of sand, the air conditioner in the kitchen didnt blow cold air and the fan in the ktchen didnt work either, the remote was nowhere to be found.
I think some of our money should be refunded.
Harpet G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte L.
13 July 2025
Great stay
Very comfortable, responsive host, they had everything we needed. Would love to go back.
Charlotte L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra M.
25 July 2025
Great Beach House
The location was awesome.
Walking distance to beach, restaurants and marina
Debra M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dan M.
15 July 2025
Ocean Bay Park - beach house
We had a pleasant family stay. It accommodated us comfortably (eight adults and one infant). The house is bright and clean and we hope to return again. Great location with a memorable ocean breeze on the deck.
Dan M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kevin D.
9 July 2025
Great place close to beach &gerry
Bikes were good . Everything easily accessible
Kevin D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
matthew c.
19 July 2023
Perfect location
Too convenient for beach, ferry and market access. So close to all
matthew c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
22 July 2024
2 thumbs up
New renovations are great /Looks just like photos .Multi family accommodation.Basic amenities stocked/Bikes worked well .Would definitely rent again and recommend.
Michelle L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Colleen H.
26 June 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Not for Us
There were many parts of this property that were very nice but it has some significant drawbacks. There is a strong musty smell in the back bedrooms and there is standing water under the house. I would not stay here if you have any kind of lung sensitivity or smell sensitivity. If you don’t, there are many nice parts of the house and amenities (bikes, wagon, nice beach chairs) that can make it a very nice stay.
We had some trouble with checking in (code did not work) but on site staff was very helpful and fixed the issue within a couple hours.
Colleen H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mindi D.
4 September 2022
Great beach house!
The home has been updated and is even nicer than the pictures. Very roomy and well equipped. Location is great.
I would give this house 4.5 stars if I could. It was a bit of a rocky start as the dishwasher and convection oven were not working and there was no wagon upon our arrival. However the house as a whole is great. There were upgrades from our stay last year which we loved. The beds are comfortable, it’s well equipped in the kitchen and everything you need for the beach. There were 2 bikes that got a lot of use. We’ll most likely be back next year!!
Dishwasher, microwave, dryer, convection oven, shower door, closet door, storm door and one of the air conditioners all broken. When we raised this with the management company, we received absolutely no response despite calling and texting multiple times. DO NOT RENT if you care about getting what you pay for.
My husband and I stayed here as the final week of our COVID honeymoon and the place/location was everything we wanted! Our biggest complaint and the reason we gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because we specifically chose this rental for the bikes and grill. Out of the 4 adult bikes at the house, none were in working order and the grill was perfect, but despite a full propane tank, would not stay lit (even when we used a grill lighter to ignite it).
This is a traditional Fire Island house - simple construction, great room, small bedrooms, narrow hallways. Very nice deck and outdoor shower. It was end of the season, but there were a number of small maintenance issues - a number of missing screens, which forced us to use the air-conditioning, even though it was cool. 7 or 8 bikes, none of which had air (no air pump) or were rideable (busted seats, bent frame, etc.). But, overall, still a nice house.
Kerry C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Erin P.
18 September 2020
First Week of Post-Season
This house was great. The only reason it gets 4 stars instead of 5 is for a few small things: there was a weird smell in the two large bedrooms (it may have went away or we got used to it), no real oven (i'm really not at all familiar with how to operate a convection/microwave oven hybrid so we just used stove top and grill), the grill igniter button was broken (so i had to light the grill with a lighter), the lock was super finicky, the internet kept dropping (and we had two super rainy days), and the shower near the two full sized bedrooms was missing one of it's doors so there was always a puddle outside of the shower on the bathroom floor. Other than that, the beds were comfortable! The house was clean! So many towels and blankets and linens. Great location. Very simple house, which is all we needed. Would stay at this house again.
Erin P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Liz C.
11 September 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice place
rant great place with plenty of room. Kitchen could have been stocked a bit better but was still clean and neat. Bicycles at the house do not work so you have y
To rent for sure. Plenty of beach chairs for guests, but umbrellas did not work and outdoor table had no umbrella. Aside from these small easy fixes, location was great, recently renovated bathrooms great and the house is small but feels way more s p across them other FI rentals.
This was our first time on Fire Island (5 adults, 2 teenagers, 1 infant, 2 dogs). Close to store and restaurants, close enough to walk to Ocean Beach. House held us all comfortably. No complaints at all. Plenty of towels, beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys. Would definitely recommend and we would stay here again!