2287 Bockes Road

Spafford, NY
$ 1,595,000 Beds 3 Baths 1 Sq 1,232 Virtual Tour
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,595,000
  • City
  • Spafford
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • ONONDAGA
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Spafford
  • Lot Size
  • 1.66 Acres
  • Zip
  • 13152
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,232
  • Year Built
  • 1929
  • Taxes
  • $ 10231
  • Style
  • Cottage,TwoStory
  • MLS#
  • S1682455
Listed By: Michael DeRosa with Michael DeRosa Exchange;
Data Source: Central New York Information Services (CNYIS)

Features

General

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
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District Skaneateles
Elementary School District Skaneateles
Tax Assessed Value 770000
TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount 0.0
Tax Lot 24

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

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Fayetteville, NY office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

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

Property vs Zip Code Average in 13152

Price
AVG $2.63M
$1.6M
Taxes
AVG $21,330
$10,231
Year Built
AVG 1953
1929
Visits
AVG 43
129
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2287 Bockes Road Spafford, NY is a Single Family Home for sale at $1595000 with 1232 sqft and a lot size of 1.66 Acres Acre(s). 2287 Bockes Road Spafford has 3 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1929. The property's zip code is 13152 which is in Spafford, NY

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