Welcome to your Cayuga Lake retreat. Spectacular 220 feet of lake frontage and drive to door lake house. Large grassy area, shale beach, 4 bedrooms , 2 baths and all the luxuries you need. Originally a boat house, after extensive renovations/additions in the 1990s it was converted to this amazing home. Complete makeover with brand new furnishings and décor completed in 2018!
Walls of windows in dining room, living room and kitchen. Covered porch, lots of deck area and a carport. Fantastic views of Cornell and South Hill. This lake home is special and desirable for its position right on the water and drive to the door with such privacy so close to Ithaca. Summer as good as it can get on the lake in Ithaca!
Property manager
Alyson
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Occupancy of the home for your stay is 10 guests and is not to be exceeded at any time. Failure to comply and you will lose damage deposit.
We do not allow parties of any kind at our home. Failure to comply with this rule and you will lose your damage deposit.
Important information
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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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ithaca
Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newman Arena or Robert J. Kane Sports Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Cornell University - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Purity Ice Cream Co. - 7 min drive
Ithaca Bakery - 7 min drive
Ithaca Coffee Company - 12 min drive
Ithaca Bakery - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Amazing Lake House With Private Beach And Docks pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Amazing Lake House With Private Beach And Docks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Amazing Lake House With Private Beach And Docks?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Amazing Lake House With Private Beach And Docks located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ithaca holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cayuga Lake, Allan H. Treman State Marine Park and Cayuga Nature Center. Hangar Theatre and Ithaca Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is our 5th summer renting this house. It could not be better. I say that each year and then it’s better the next year. The house is amazing and the hosts are just as amazing. Already looking forward to next year… yes we will be back
We loved our long graduation weekend at the lake house. The view and setting are spectacular and the house is very comfortable, great for a group, and has a well-stocked kitchen. The only issue was that the second shower is a pull-out nozzle in a bathtub. We would (and already have) recommend this beautiful house to others.
This if the 4th summer we have stayed here and every year it is a perfect trip. We feel like this is a home west from home. The owners are the best. They always check in to make sure we are good. The house is always clean. The owners are always spending on up keep.
I would highly recommend this rental, as long as it’s not during the 10 days I take 😎
Our family of eight, including kids and grandkids, had a wonderful 4th of July week at this wonderful house overlooking Lake Cayuga. The house is spacious, very clean and well appointed, with plenty of decks overlooking the lake. The bedroom layout worked out great. Communication with the owner was seamless throughout. Plus, there is a ton of family activities to take advantage of in and around Ithaca. Our family would highly recommend this house and the Ithaca area for a memorable summer vacation.
We rented the lake house for family members to Sam ray in Ithaca and join us in the festivities for graduation. It was perfect for our 6 guests plus us. We invite a few more friends for dinner one night and there was ample room. Kitchen worked great. Deck with lake views was lovely. The family room area was perfect for entertaining. Highly recommend.
We had a long week at this beautiful property! Attending a graduation with family and looked for something mote than a hotel- so we could gather and relax. This property was definitely a winner. Well provisioned, clean, easy check in/out process made things even better. Thanks for sharing this wonderful home.
This is our 3rd summer staying at the house. Each year we seem to add an extra day. We fell in love with the property when we stayed the first year and keep coming back. Its perfect and the owners are an absolute pleasure to work with.. See you next year
Beautiful house, beautiful location. The house is very private and perfectly appointed. It is very close to Ithaca and was a perfect place to stay for our daughter’s college graduation weekend.
Lovely lakeside cottage was enjoyed by my family of 5 (2 adults 3 kids). Came back to visit Ithaca after many years post graduation. This house was a great escape and my kids enjoyed the games, kayak, fishing, and the lake. Much has changed in the area but classics like the farmers market, Buttermilk Falls, brewery, Purity Ice Cream, etc. remain the same. Quality family time at it's finest! The owner was welcoming and super easy to work with.
What a spot! Literally on the water with magnificent views that included Lake Cayuga, sunrises, sailboats and Cornell in the distance. We enjoyed coffee on the porch each morning and watched the day begin with the sun rising from behind the horizon. Simply glorious. Alyson was an incredible host -- fabulous communication and quick to answer any question. The house was stocked with fresh fluffy towels and cozy blankets. Clean and neat. There was a slight musty hue in the air, but we quickly got used to it. Our family enjoyed every minute.
It was our 2nd summer renting this house. We didn't think it could be any better than last year, but we were wrong. It was even better. Everything works great. You can't beat the location and Alyson provides everything you need. I highly recommend this property to everyone....
We had a lovely time a the house. The weather wasn't the greatest but we could still hang out at the deck and enjoy the amazing views. Plenty of space for the kids to play and we appreciated the games available. Very close to Ithaca and a variety of great restaurants. Overall we had a great time and would consider renting the place again for sure.
We had a wonderful time, and the owners could not be more helpful. I had to contact them once, and they were very responsive and helped us resolve a question we had.
This house has the most beautiful views of Lake Cayuga from almost every room, and an unexpected bonus was that we could see the Cornell campus and downtown Ithaca skylines as well. Perfect outdoor spaces to relax - large wrap-around deck, dock, covered carport with view in case it rains, lawn area where you can play the provided cornhole & cricket, and the little private beach area for skipping rocks or wading in the water. Interior is clean and beautiful, neutral furniture - my kids enjoyed the bedrooms on the lower level; lots of board games in the house, fully appointed kitchen, and again the views from the dining room and living room are amazing.
Perfect location - quick drive downtown to Wegmans or the Ithaca Commons for restaurants, easy to get to Cornell's campus and very close to Taughanock Falls and wineries.
My group and I had a wonderful time on the property. It was clean, everything was well functioning, the location was phenomenal, and the downstairs activity space was a truly unexpected bonus!
LOVED our stay here. Beautiful home right on the water. Well appointed and supplied, plenty of space, great location, comfortable. The owner (Alyson) was responsive and incredibly helpful with questions about the property and things to do in the area. Would stay here again in a heartbeat! One warning - the driveway is narrow and steep. We arrived in the dark and it was challenging to navigate. But once I figured it our (in the daylight) no longer a issue.
Generally very favorable; however we ran out of water morning of checkout.
Setting was nice and lake was beautiful. Nicely decorated and furnished. Had a very nice time.
We had an amazing time at this beautiful lakefront property. The house is beautifully decorated and met all of our expectations. Our children are now saying this is one of their favorite vacations yet. We hope to stay again one day soon!
The house was beautiful and very well stoked. Lots of nice towels nice linens. Beautiful decoration. Good beds... there is only one shower we were a family of 8 adults and 2 babies and there was only one shower if you are a small family it is perfect. But if you are a large family get ready to share. Thank you very much for your hospitality.
Diana B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Greg L.
29 August 2018
Property is exactly as billed! I would rent it again!
We very much enjoyed our stay! The property had ample indoor and outdoor space and we loved the access to the private beach. Much time was spent on the various balconies playing cards, listening to music and enjoying the waterfront. The side yard was also the perfect size for corn hole. The house was clean, nicely decorated, and well-stocked. We were not in want/need of anything! The only downsides were that the house was a bit musty when we arrived (solved by opening all the windows) and the driveway is a bit of a nail biter. Small prices to pay for being right on the water! Thank you!
Greg L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Alyson
Native to Ithaca and familiar with every little bit of Ithaca and Cayuga Lake. We are familiar with all of the restaurants, attractions and special spots the area has to offer and are excited to share our experiences of this great area.
Why they chose this property
Very rare to have such an updated and perfectly appointed home right on the water where you can also drive right to the door. In addition to these great benefits, it also provides spacious decks and docks right on the water, a private beach nestled in a cove and a perfectly manicured lawn. You will not find a better lake home so close to Ithaca with so much to offer.
What makes this property unique
This property offers privacy, a beach, docks, lawn, drive to the door and right on the water in the perfect location so close to Ithaca.