Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees

Lakefront castle in Aurora with a hot tub

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At AURA, a 19th-century church turned residence in downtown Aurora, New York, unwind in the serene atmosphere of this historic castle by the lake. Enjoy the beautifully crafted masonry brick and stone walls adorned with stained glass windows and hardwood floors or relax outside with fire pits and comfortable rockers. With amenities like a gourmet kitchen, spacious open concept living room featuring a big screen Smart TV and full-size competitive pool table which easily converts to Table Tennis.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Map
NY, Aurora

What's nearby

  • Wells College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Skaneateles Lake - 36 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 46 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Cornell University - 46 min drive - 58.7 km
  • Ithaca College - 48 min drive - 57.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dugan's Country Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Owl Wine Company - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Ale & Lager Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Knapp Winery & Restaurant - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Inn - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees

Castle near Cayuga Lake
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this castle. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this castle include:
  • Barbecue grills, a billiards/pool table, and books
  • Games, outdoor furniture, and a music library
  • Beach towels and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • 2 bathrooms with jetted tubs and rainfall showers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Piano

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please note that ONLY registered guests may stay at AURA. This policy is in place to respect our neighbors and to protect this historic building.
AURA is located in a residential neighborhood. You must be courteous to neighbors. Strict noise curfew from 9 pm to 9 am
Excess cleaning fee of $150 will be charged for leaving premises excessively dirty or moving furniture and not replacing it.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for infants

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy vacationing in a historic Church! No additional fees located?

Situated on a lake, this castle is within a 10-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Wells College. Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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