Beautiful Ithaca Lake House with Spectacular Views, Private Beach & Docks
Cozy lake cottage with spectacular 150 feet of lake frontage, private docks, garage, and drive-to-door access. Significant discount for weekly and monthly rentals. Huge discount for multi month lease between October and May. Shale beach, 3 bedrooms (2 queen beds, 2 twin beds), 2 newly renovated bathrooms. Stunning, brand new kitchen with custom cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Panoramic views of the lake and fantastic views of Cornell, Ithaca College and South Hill. New furnishings, wall of windows in dining room and enclosed porch on top floor. Only 26 steps from the front porch to the beach. Long, private dock with pavilion at the end, allowing for spectacular views of Cayuga Lake. This lake home is unique for its proximity to Ithaca attractions - minutes away from Cass Park, Wegmans, and shopping/restaurants, 15 minutes to Cornell and 10 minutes to Ithaca College. Book now and enjoy your scenic Ithaca getaway! Significant discount for weekly and monthly rentals.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Beach view
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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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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About the area
Ithaca
Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is on the beach. Museum of the Earth and Newman Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Ithaca Commons and Ithaca Farmers Market. Puddledockers and Sciencenter are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
Allan H. Treman State Marine Park - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
Hangar Theatre - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
Museum of the Earth - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
Cornell University - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
The Boatyard Grill - 5 min drive
One Particular Harbour (Private) - 10 min drive
Glenwood Pines - 2 min drive
Gimme! Coffee Roastery - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Ithaca Lake House with Spectacular Views, Private Beach & Docks pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful Ithaca Lake House with Spectacular Views, Private Beach & Docks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Ithaca Lake House with Spectacular Views, Private Beach & Docks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Ithaca Lake House with Spectacular Views, Private Beach & Docks?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Ithaca Lake House with Spectacular Views, Private Beach & Docks located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ithaca holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cayuga Lake and Allan H. Treman State Marine Park. Hangar Theatre and Ithaca Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing views over the lake. Owner was very attentive and took care of anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again. Husband enjoyed fishing off the dock.
A lovely lake cottage very near Ithaca. Superb view of Cornell across Cayuga Lake. Comfortable beds. Clean and updated bathrooms. Otherwise somewhat rustic. Good wi-fi. Very attentive host. Simple accommodations. Very suitable for family groups.
Very well kept house that looked like it was recently updated. The location was great, being right on Cayuga Lake and a short drive to Ithaca. You could see the Cornell campus and enjoy the lake breezes. The owner was very quick to respond to messages and offer assistance, even though none was needed.
Loved the location and quaintness of cottage. Sitting on deck in the morning with coffee and sweatshirt watching the Cornell Crew team row by was wonderful! Actually sitting on deck anytime looking out at lake was wonderful. Great location. Close to town and IC, so was perfect for graduation activities. The host is supper nice and attentive and quick to respond to questions. Looking forward to going back!
Everything about our stay was fantastic! The house was great, the location was perfect, being both on the lake and very close to everything, and Sanjeev was an excellent host. We would definitely stay again!
We spent a month at this wonderful lake house and enjoyed it greatly. The views of the lake from the large porch were terrific, including several rainbows. The proximity to the lake itself, with its pebbly beach and 2 docks (one has a gazebo at the end), is a real plus. There are 2 very nice updated bathrooms - one on each floor which is very convenient. The updated kitchen is large and also very nice and well kept. Another bonus of this property is the owner, Sanjeev, who was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. Overall, we had a peaceful and relaxing time.
This house was perfect for a week at the lake for our family (with a baby). private lakefront / dock were great, the kitchen and bathrooms were updated and worked perfectly (not always the case in lake houses), and the porch was a great spot to just look out at the great water views. Sanjeev was a very good host and responded quickly the only couple times i had questions.
We had a great time. Owner was attentive and responded quickly. The beautiful lake house was clean and worked out well for all of us. Kitchen and baths were newly remodeled and beds were comfortable.
Would definitely stay here again.
Well appointed lake front property on Cayuga lake with private driveway to house door makes for a very enjoyable time with a small group or family. Recently renovated kitchen and bathrooms along with a new floors and a fresh coat of paint are a nice touches. House has a well maintained private beach area perfect for swimming or fishing. Lots of natural light and porch area make this an ideal setting for sipping a cup of coffee or drinking a glass of local wine. Quick trip into Ithaca and some of the best amenities of the finger lakes region. Owner extremely friendly and responsive. Highly recommend this house for your next finger lakes getaway.
Graham W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
4/10 Poor
Sarah I.
28 August 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Has potential but not worth the price
We stayed here for a family vacation at the end of August for 3 nights and enjoyed the area but the house not so much. Checking into the house was easy as it was unlocked, but there was no house key in order for us to lock it. Sanjeev was very accommodating and came to the house to deliver a key within a few hours. The house is big and can comfortably sleep 6 adults but if those 6 adults want to spend anytime together in the same room you’d be hard pressed to find enough seating. The dining room table only seats 4 as does the living room so there can be no family meals together or watching tv or movies together if it rains. The porch has a beautiful view of the lake but there is only seating for 2. In short, there is not enough furniture for 6 people. The kitchen and bathrooms are nicely renovated and the bathrooms and bed rooms were very clean. The kitchen was clean on the surface but, after opening the cupboards, we found dishes with dried food on them and dead bugs, prompting us to wash everything before we used it. Initially, there were no hand towels or wash clothes for the bathrooms but we found them damp and getting moldy in the washing machine. The walls of the dining room had a lot of dead bugs on them. While there is air conditioning, it is just window units; 2 upstairs and 1 down. The house has a weird layout with one of the bedrooms having no windows to the outside and therefore no air conditioning. There is no fan in this room so the nights were hot and sticky because there was no air flow. The lake is beautiful but the outdoor situation makes it difficult to enjoy it. The stairs down to the lake are crumbling and grown over with weeds and poison ivy. While there is a private, beach most of it is unusable do to the high weeds growing on the majority of it. If you are hoping the stay here and enjoy the lake, this is not the house for you as the outdoor and indoor spaces are lacking in furniture and cleanliness. If you are just looking for a place to stay to explore the wineries, just get a hotel as the cost of this rental is not worth it.
The owner is putting a lot of work into improving the property, and the kitchen and bathrooms are particularly beautiful. There's a good size stretch of beach with a lovely pier to sit on, and a great porch on the 1st floor for lounging and looking at the lake. There were a lot of small bugs attracted to the lights of the house, and it was hard to keep them out, but probably other months are better (this was August).
Beth P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
3 June 2019
Lovely weekend
We lucked out with great weather for Cornell's graduation weekend and that helped us enjoy the incredible views from the house and dock. The house had plenty of room, nice beds and pillows and brand new bathrooms and kitchen which was awesome. We had a great time with our family and even took graduation pics on the dock! Price point extremely reasonable and I would highly recommend this lovely place.
Lisa S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Steven B.
3 May 2019
Beautiful Spot
We enjoyed a week-long stay at this beautiful property while working at Cornell. The home is lovely and quiet - all while being convenient to downtown and campus. We recommend staying here to enjoy the beautiful view, lake access, and all the conveniences you need and enjoy.
Steven B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 April 2019
Wonderful stay
It’s a wonderful location and a very comfortable home. Our family of 5 enjoyed the lake and how close it is to town. Hosts were exceptional.