Water's Edge on Cayuga Lake in Ithaca

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A waterfront property with a large house, a dock, and a small boat house.
A deck with wicker furniture and a fire pit, overlooking a lake.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa set, and a view of the water.
A large, L-shaped beige sectional sofa with multiple cushions, a glass coffee table, and a view of a lake through large windows.
A waterfront property with a dock, a large house, and a boat.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cayuga Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cayuga Nature Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms

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About the area

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cayuga Nature Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cornell University - 25 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 25 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Ithaca College - 28 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sumo Japanese Sushi And Hibachi Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water's Edge on Cayuga Lake in Ithaca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Water's Edge on Cayuga Lake in Ithaca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water's Edge on Cayuga Lake in Ithaca?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Water's Edge on Cayuga Lake in Ithaca located?

This family-friendly Ithaca holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Nature Center. Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was positive. Communication with Ardys was easy and she went above and beyond the usual duties of a host. She provided a welcome basket and a very useful/accurate binder detailing the workings of the house and highlighting local excursions all of which was much appreciated. The house was recently renovated, and they did an awesome job creating a very modern yet homey atmosphere with great attention to small details throughout the house. We would definitely consider coming back and strongly recommend this location, host and property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had excellent communication with us for everything we needed. The house was exceptionally clean. The use of recreational items outside was also a huge perk! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Beautiful Home

My husband and I stayed here with our two young children. The house is beautiful, very clean and well stocked. The views are gorgeous and the property is located near many great attractions. Ardys is a great communicator and host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, spacious and beautiful property

We loved our stay! Everything was extremely clean and well-organized in the house, the kayaks were easy to use, the outside area was lovely and the first floor space was great for a larger family crew. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We loved this property. All of the rooms were meticulously updated, and the hosts were warm and responsive. A basket full of necessities was a super nice touch. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend in Ithaca

Beautiful modern house right on lake. Listing description very accurate
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place on the water

Great location right next to the water. Couldn't ask for a more responsive and helpful host. The house is recently renovated and very nice with plenty of good hang out spaces, and conveniently close enough to town and Taughannock Blvd without the noise and crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! Better than pictures. Our hosts were available to answer all questions in a timely manner. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake family vacation

We had an amazing family vacation at this beautiful lake home with amazing waterfront views. The home is beautiful, immaculate with tons of hangout places inside and out, and fully stocked with towels, bed linen, and kitchen items. We fully utilized everything with tons of cooking, dining and water sports like kayaking and paddle boarding. Wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house!

We couldn't have asked for a better experience! The house is clean, designed perfectly for entertaining, beautifully decorated and fully stocked. Ardys was helpful, responsive and more than gracious. We're looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable

Property was wonderful setting and very well equipped to support guest. Extremely clean, new vibe, beds and bedding extremely comfortable. Plenty of area to entertain. Host stayed in contact to answer any questions. Exceeded expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful lake house

The house was in a great location - you can’t beat being right next to the water in a tastefully renovated and comfortable space, while also being within a very reasonable distance from all things Ithaca. The kitchen was well stocked, the main area a great place to hang out, and the bedrooms private and comfortable. As an added bonus, the hosts were very thoughtful and responsive! Thumbs up!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Getaway

This beautiful lakefront home is all that and a bag of chips. Spacious enough for 6 people to be very comfortable. And every detail has been thought out. Kitchen is very well appointed and no expense has been spared for all the accessories.Our family enjoyed morning coffee on the deck and nightly cocktails around the fire pit. Even in the chilly temps we were able to warm our hearts reminiscing about past family vacations. Hope to visit again and get to use the kayaks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, Great host for family gatherings

75 Maplewood has so much to offer; comfort, lake view and activity. We used the kayaks on property. Family get together around fire pit. Comfortable deck seating. The property interior has all the amenities; kitchen fully stocked, easy access to WiFi, Bluetooth and streaming services all within a quality decorative interior design and comfortable bedding. The host was terrific in offering information about Ithaca’s amenities with easy access from property. The best family gathering Ardy! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake Get-away

Had a perfect week! Ardys and her husband have a beautiful house and we were so pleased to be able to rent it for a week. Location was great and we loved being right on the water. Almost every evening was spent out back enjoying the view and peacefulness! We spent many hours fishing and using the kayaks provided to tour up and down the lake! Every room was beautifully furnished and anything you can think of needing was provided! Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. Hope we can return sometime!! ~Chris and Judy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
For someone with mobility issues this property would not work, but for anyone else this place is exceptional. With a beautiful layout that is thoughtfully furnished, immaculately clean, extremely well equipped, and ideally located both for convenience and aesthetics it met or exceeded all of our expectations. Our family group of nine, six adults and three small children, were very comfortably accommodated during our 3-day stay, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. The wonderful memories we took home are priceless.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Thanksgiving get-away

This lovely lake home had absolutely everything our family of 4 needed for a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. In addition to spectacular lake views, the kitchen was fully stocked with every pot, pan, appliance, serving bowl, etc that we needed for preparing and serving the meal. The gas fireplace and large sofa in the great room made for cozy evenings. The location is ideal—close to Ithaca but also just far enough away to feel like a retreat. Ardys and Mark were such thoughtful hosts—every detail had been thought out, from leaving outdoor lights on for our nighttime arrival, to providing a welcome basket with dish soap, laundry detergent, toiletries, etc., to checking in every couple of days to see if we needed anything. Can’t wait to visit again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Home

Simply an amazing property that exceeded our expectations. Location is unbelievable and the home itself is beautiful, clean and well appointed. Master bedroom provides incredible sunrise views overlooking the lake and an awesome master bathroom. Plenty of board games to keep the family busy along with kayaks and a paddle board to explore the lake. Fishing right from the backyard of the property was a bonus. Went on a number of day hikes to local trails and spent an afternoon visiting some of the nearby vineyards. Owners were top notch and extremely professional to deal with, not to mention very responsive. I highly recommend this property and would stay here again if ever back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Home On Cayuga Lake

Our five night stay at this wonderful home on Cayuga Lake was outstanding. The property is clearly a 10! The home is beautifully decorated, well-equipped, extremely clean, and so comfortable. The views of the lake are truly spectacular. We loved the two-sided gas fireplace and living areas. The master bedroom, closet, and master bath are extremely spacious. The kitchen was well-stocked and had everything we needed. The welcome basket provided by the hosts was a wonderful added touch. The home is in a perfect location, close to Ithaca, state parks, and wineries. Ardys was very helpful and responded quickly to any questions we had. We would highly recommend this home and we look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous lakeside home, in impeccable condition and beautifully decorated. Idyllic setting with open family space, kitchen, a lakeside lawn, and a dock with boat house all at lake level, and then bedrooms on two levels above. Private rooms for two couples, and 3-4 children can share a room, even if adults. We had 4 adult children (but one was male) and he felt like “odd man out” because he had to sleep on the couch. But everyone had a fantastic time and there is sooo much space to spread out. Also, two full baths and two half baths means you’re never far away from a bathroom! I’m not a morning person, and even I woke up at 5:30 am to catch the sunrise over Cayuga Lake. Breathtaking!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake side Gem!

Beautiful setting, with a well appointed home in style, comfort and flow! With so many details were attended to, it made everyone in our group feel welcomed. - Beddings, kitchen equipment and essentials, laundry supplies, information about the house & on local options, and a welcome basket of items travelers may need. The view from every window, patio, deck is stunning! In such close proximity to the water, the upper floors can feel like the deck of a ship. Parking was easy for 3 cars, but... The drive down takes a steady hand, and the stairs are no joke- safe and manageable, but need attention, especially when there's a bit of frost or ice. Owners were readily available and accommodating. Enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very beautiful and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed (although we didn't cook a lot). It was very nice to have restrooms on each floor and to have two bedrooms with attached very nice bathrooms. We stayed a week and had plenty of towels to use without doing laundry (although we washed some just to keep the place neat).The host was attentive and made sure we were comfortable and had what we needed. Everything we used in the house worked and was well maintained. The firepit was very nice to sit around to finish out our days with some wine and laughter. We also used the kayaks and enjoyed having good access to the lake.Little touches like the very generous welcome basket of supplies and beach flip-flops were appreciated and helpful.All-in-all, I don't know how the stay in this property could have been nicer.One note: The stairs down to the house are very sturdy and safe, but be aware this is not a property for mobility challenged individuals. Access to the property and the different floors of the house require the use of stairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakefront Luxury

This beautiful, well-appointed and furnished home provided a perfect family fall getaway! Located a short drive from grocery stores, restaurants, several state parks, hiking trails, a farmers market and other social and cultural amenities this home was convenient and accessible. Along with lakefront fun with swimming, kayaking, fishing and boating we enjoyed sitting on the sprawling deck in front of the firepit with breathtaking views of the fall foliage and amazing sunrises. The outside decks and porches with comfy couches, chairs and loungers, and a fully dining table with cushioned chairs and pillows provided relaxing spaces to dine, sip wine or enjoy a nice book as well as enjoy a cup of coffee on a crisp cool morning. Ardys and Mark were the consummate hosts providing a "welcome basket" of amenities, an informative folder concerning everything we needed to know about the home, recommendations on things to do in the area and favorite places to dine and shop. Their responsiveness and attention to detail was truly appreciated and superior to any other VRBO rental that we have used. My only "concern" is that once word gets out about wonderful this home is we may have to be on a "waiting list" to come back! We feel fortunate that we were some of the first rental guests here and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Water's Edge is a fantastic retreat from the tensions of daily life . . . full of comfort, functionality, and style. We thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board, games and all-room surround sound. Thanks for the flip flops, welcome basket and flower arrangements! And Ardys offered timely help and suggestions. I hope to return, maybe for an adult adventure. Eric
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Labor Day weekend getaway on the lake!! The house is right on the water and was super comfortable. Had everything we needed. Also very convenient to get into town and for snacks at Glenwood Pines.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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