Title: Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6606&destination=Auburn%2C+New+York%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=29486780&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community ## Photo gallery for Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community (Auburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486800/29486780/67cfee02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community (Auburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486800/29486780/4ae0c7bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community (Auburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486800/29486780/24ad0e73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community (Auburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486800/29486780/3dfdb7c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community (Auburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486800/29486780/dc35ceba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located near wine country and the Harriett Tubman home, this private studio offers a warm welcome with a stocked fridge, basic breakfast items, coffee and tea. Enjoy access to a fire pit, charcoal grill and volleyball outside while feeling secure with 24-hour exterior video surveillance. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 5784 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill £99 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community We are 5 miles south of Auburn. The Harriett Tubman home is nearby and we are near wine country. We keep the fridge stocked with milk and juice. We have basic breakfast items available as well as coffee and tea. Guests from all backgrounds are welcome! This is a private studio detached from the main home. A pin code lock is set up to give you access at check in time. A fire pit and charcoal grill is available for use if you request it. We use an electronic pin code lock that automatically updates for each guest with a new pin. You can check in and out easily even if we are not available as you will have a unique pin code just for your stay. A full kitchen was added in early 2021\. It is fully stocked with dishes, cookware, etc. We do ask that you wash any dishes used, as dishes are not included with our cleaning process. We have a Keurig, toaster oven, microwave, and refrigerator in the studio. The tap water is safe to drink. There are two queen size beds and one futon available for use. Bedding and towels are provided. If you need extra blankets or towels please let us know a day before arrival so we can have them ready for you. Guests have their own private studio, with access to volleyball, a fire pit, and a charcoal grill outside upon request. We live in the house that uses the same driveway. We generally are available should you need something, but as access to the building is automated for our guests we let the guests have their privacy unless they request assistance. There is 24 hour exterior video surveillance on the premises for your security. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Toaster oven ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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 - Note from host: Smoking outside is ok. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 784 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8014/e8215df4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Auburn-Finger Lakes Region by IHG Auburn - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 811 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 26 Apr - 27 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-27&selected=8014&PinnedHotelID=8014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4992400/4992313/d44ff5e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Auburn - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: Possibly with prior approval Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Becker's Private Studio 2 Queen 1 Futon Great Back Yard Auburn Becker's Private Studio 2 Queen 1 Futon Great Back Yard Auburn Becker's Private Studio 2 Queen 1 Futon With a Great Back Yard! Private Studio Great Back Yard Fire Pit Rural Farming Community Becker's Private Studio 2 Queen 1 Futon With a Great Back Yard! ## About the area Located in Auburn, this apartment is in a rural area. Harriet Tubman Home and Seward House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Auburn Public Theater and Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse or Falcon Park. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Auburn travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auburn.dx6606) [View more Apartments in Auburn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auburn-Apartments.d6606-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.85037%2C-76.57431&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0nlAWq6oVVAl8TOckzTJ4rDtMLk=) Auburn, NY ### What's nearby - ![Apparently this is the year they are going to do a bigger museum.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6606/2cb9beef-0441-4d71-8b36-7461c2c476fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Harriet Tubman Home 5 min drive \- 5.1 miles - ![Emerson Park in Auburn New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6218114/93d074c8-84e1-4efa-a112-82bceb40124e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emerson Park 7 min drive \- 6.0 miles - ![conference hall with chairs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6218214/60a433b0-c434-4ef2-b3f4-f9b7f2fbc19d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Merry-Go-Round Playhouse 8 min drive \- 6.4 miles - Owasco Lake 6 min drive \- 4.7 miles - Seward House Museum 8 min drive \- 6.6 miles ### Getting around - Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) 48 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 11 min drive - Valero 5 min drive - Sakura Chinese Buffet 10 min drive - Simple Roast Coffee 10 min drive - Auburn Diner 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community? ### How much is parking at Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community? ### What time is check-in at Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community? ### What time is check-out at Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community? ### Where is Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Studio, Great Back Yard, Fire Pit, in a Rural Farming Community Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Brian H. 22 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient place to stay Nice place to park the boat and the ability to charge trolling batteries ##### Brian H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip M. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Near Cayuga Lake The studio was fantasic! The place was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Close to Cayuga Lake. Host was very responsive and will be staying here again! Thanks! ##### Phillip M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. 17 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second stay Once again we had an enjoyable stay at the studio. The weather was a wintry mix of rain/snow and the studio was toasty warm and comfortable! ##### Karen B. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Craig D. 22 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Efficient Studio We found everything we needed. Very comfortable. ##### Craig D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew L. 5 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just as advertised! Affordable, quiet location, off the beaten path. Friendly and welcoming hosts. In the country, but centrally located near many of the Finger Lake attractions. Location works well for anglers with space for rig and exterior outlets for charging. Would stay here again next time I’m in the area. ##### Andrew L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. 31 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### True to description We had a very comfortable stay. The property is accurately represented in the description. The hosts were super responsive. We will likely be back! ##### Karen B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna M. 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice and comfortable Unfortunately, our stay was brief and marked by dealing with the sudden loss of a family member. I found the property very clean and comfortable. The interaction we had was through the VRBO app. which gave us much privacy. I would recommend this property for anyone coming to the Auburn region. I would have liked to meet the property owner. Unfortunately, during our down time, we were dealing with emotions. We spent a fair amount of time with family, some relatives having traveled from several states away. It was very nice to have this property to come back to during a very stressful time. The studio is equipped with cooking items should a person which to prepare a meal. I recommend this location. ##### Donna M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### John G. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall, a welcome option for travelers with pets and EVs. Nicely appointed kitchen. The provided Level 2 EV charging cord was generous and a great convenience. Some features were difficult to operate, perhaps until you got the hang of it (which we didn't) including the finicky wall switches for the ceiling lights/fans. It is possible that we didn't see the instructions, as it was somewhat dark overall (e.g. no spot light over the microwave or elsewhere in the kitchen, nor lamps near the couch or the chest of drawers). This made reading after dark difficult and made the controls on the space heaters hard to see. We used lights on our cell phones for spot illumination. Bathroom vent fan appeared heavily clogged with lint. ##### John G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark P. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very comfortable and everything we needed ##### Mark P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula G. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay near Union Springs Very clean, well kept, and comfortable. ##### Paula G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this place!!! We have stayed here multiple times and the hosts are awesome. Planning on next year. Than You ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline W. 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice studio apartment! Very roomy and clean. Owner was quick to respond to messages. The front door lock broke and he replaced it immediately. There was a snow storm the night before I was to leave and he offered me more time in the morning. Would definitely stay here again if I go back to that area. ##### Jacqueline W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate D. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Great Location Shelwyn was awesome to deal with. He responded ASAP when we had a question about the shower. Was upfront and helpful. He was in his house on the property but gave us our privacy. The last day of our stay he said take your time getting out because he didn’t have another booking following us. Worked out great as we were moving onto a bigger spot with the rest of our family on Saturday but couldn’t check in until 4\. Thank you Shelwyn for everything and being so easy to deal with- we will be back !! ##### Kate D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Janis A. 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Average but adequate Hazardous, ice covered driveway. No driveway light or visible markings at the street at night. No water on 2nd night, so I keft.Not enough lighting inside, TV .very small ##### Janis A. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Brion E. 12 May 2025 ##### Brion E. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ---