Waterfront
Address
2287 Bockes Road, Spafford, NY
Price
$ 1,595,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#S1682455
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyONONDAGA
  • CitySpafford
  • AreaSpafford
  • Zip13152
  • StyleCottage,TwoStory
  • Year Built1929
  • Taxes$ 10231
  • Price$ 1,595,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms1
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage1232
  • Lot Size1.66 Acres
Data Source:
Central New York Information Services (CNYIS)
Property Description

There are houses on the lake, and then there are places like this, where laughter, stories, and legacy live on. For generations, this three-bedroom, one-bath cottage, built in 1929 with exterior renovations in 2016, has been more than a home; it’s been a sanctuary and a storyteller. From mornings with coffee on the dock to evenings by the firepit with s’mores and fireflies, every corner hums with memory. It’s where first swims were taken, laughter echoed through the rooms, and every fish caught- and every story told about it- was cherished. The lake itself has been a constant companion, its storms rushing the shoreline, its calm surface reflecting shooting stars. Set on 1.66 acres with partially wooded land and Borodino Brook along the northern edge, the property offers retreat and connection. A front porch invites conversation, while a back porch overlooks trees and sky. In the yard, a giant bell has rung for generations, calling everyone to dinner. At the shoreline, 60 feet of pristine Skaneateles Lake frontage and a new seasonal dock provide front-row seats to one of the purest lakes in the country. Traditions here run deep: ringing the bell to signal the Judge Ben Wiles Dinner Cruise, pancake breakfasts in Borodino, and the mailboat delivering packages and smiles to the end of the dock. Days unfold in rhythm with nature, deer stepping into the ravine, eagles soaring overhead, water tumbling over rocks. The owners say the lake heals everything, and after one quiet morning or golden evening by the water, you begin to believe it. What they treasure most is not only the beauty of the camp but the lifestyle it offers. It’s where chaos finds its calm, where the world stops spinning, but you feel most alive, and where healing comes naturally. Now, for the first time in decades, this legacy is ready to be shared with someone new, a rare chance to begin your own story on Skaneateles Lake.

Price History
5/18/2026 Listed $1,595,000

General Features

Sewer SepticTank
Heating Other,SeeRemarks
Cooling Other,SeeRemarks
Possession Negotiable
Roof Asphalt,Shingle
Appliances ElectricOven,ElectricRange,ElectricWaterHeater,FreeStandingRange,Oven,Refrigerator
Garage Spaces 0.0
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Porch
Architectural Style Cottage,TwoStory
Construction Materials Other,VinylSiding
School District Skaneateles
Year Built 1929
View Water
Stories Count 2
Township Not Applicable
Levels Two
Property Subtype SingleFamilyResidence
Waterfront Features BeachAccess,DockAccess,Lake,Other,SeeRemarks
County Onondaga
Property Type Residential
Garage Y/N No
Other Structures Sheds,Storage
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 1
Status Active
City Spafford
Body of Water Skaneateles Lake
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Skaneateles
MLS Area Spafford-315200
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 72310.0
Year Built Details Existing
Tax Annual Amount 10231.0
Property Condition Resale
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/syr/S1682455
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District Skaneateles
Elementary School District Skaneateles
Tax Assessed Value 770000
TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount 0.0
Tax Lot 24
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview-tour/syr/S1682455

Interior Features

Interior Amenities SeparateFormalLivingRoom,Other,SeeRemarks,Storage,ConvertibleBedroom
Basement None
Flooring Hardwood,Varies,Vinyl
Total Stories 2
Basement (Y/N) No
Fireplace Y/N No
Total Bedrooms 3
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Dock,SeeRemarks
Parking Features NoGarage,Driveway,NoDriveway
Lot Features IrregularLot,Other,SeeRemarks
Water Source Lake,River
Lot Size Area 1.66
Foundation Details PillarPostPier
Building Area Total 1232.0
Lot Dimensions 60X200
Lot Size Acres 1.66
Frontage Length 60
Waterfront Y/N Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 13152

Price
AVG $2.68M
$1.6M
Taxes
AVG $21,497
$10,231
Year Built
AVG 1951
1929
Visits
AVG 43
129
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