Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca

10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Explore the area

Ithaca, NY

Taughannock Falls State Park3 min drive
Ithaca Commons13 min drive
Cornell University17 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)22 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Downstairs northeast BR

1 Double Bed

Downstairs NW BR

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs South BR

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs twin BR

1 Single Bed

Upstairs NE BR

1 Double Bed

Upstairs northwest BR

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Laundry Room

Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Beloved cabin-coverted-to-cottage perfectly set up for large groups with incomparable access to the lake.

The upstairs of the cottage has two bedrooms (double and single over double bunk bed), a full bathroom, a couch (the best nap spot ever) and futon, and wonderful lake views from its airy and bright open space. The downstairs has a more cabin feel with four bedrooms (queen, double, twin, and single over double bunk bed), kitchen, dining, sitting and living area with stone fireplace, along with a powder room, separate shower, and laundry room.

There is a porch perfect for buffet and drinks setup, a large deck for outdoor eating and enjoying the lake views, and a fire pit on the beach.

The cottage has excellent access to nearby amenities, including the Black Diamond Trail (1 mile), Taughannock State Park (2.5 miles), Cass Park (6 miles), the Boatyard Grille and downtown Ithaca (7 miles), Cornell University (9 miles) and Ithaca College (9 miles).

We have been on VRBO for a couple of seasons now for May-June rentals. We don’t have rental availability during the summer. Come enjoy our favorite spot and reach out with any questions!

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Water carries sound, be respectful with noise.

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25

Note from host: Water carries sound, be respectful with noise.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this cottage is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers.

Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

Cayuga Nature Center - 15 min walk
Taughannock Falls State Park - 3 min drive
Ithaca Commons - 13 min drive
Ithaca College - 13 min drive
Cornell University - 17 min drive

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 17 min drive
Salt Point Brewing Co. - 21 min drive
Dunkin' - 22 min drive
Falls Restaurant & Tavern - 10 min drive
Ithaca Bakery - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca located?

This family-friendly Ithaca cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Nature Center. Taughannock Falls State Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nelson M.

27 June 2023

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

Great place on the lake!

We enjoyed the lake house! Bit of a quirky layout but we are most of our meals on the deck which was wonderful.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

1 June 2023

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

Perfect stay

Everything was perfect from checking in, communication with Hannah, ample amount of space to hang out and sleep, along with the amazing backyard on Lake Cayuga. I came here for my graduation from Cornell and wanted a lakehouse big enough for my family (~10), and Hannah's house afforded us the perfect weekend. We grilled, had smores from the fire pit, kayaked, and even docked our pontoon rental on the dock. Looking forward to returning here on my next visit to Ithaca!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

1 June 2022

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

Well equipped home on beautiful Lake Cayuga near Ithaca.

We enjoyed the kayaks, the paddleboat, the fire pit, the grill, and the beautiful reflections of both dawn and sunset on the peaceful lake. The house accommodated our six adults and three children. Very homey and well equipped with supplies for needs and fun. Limited bathrooms, but they worked out.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

26 May 2022

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

Lakeside retreat.

Had a perfect weekend. Great house great views. The hosts were great, met us on time and went through everything. The house was equipped with all the items you needed. Close to hiking trails, wineries and falls. Would recommend staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Your host

We are finger lakes natives who grew up coming to this cottage when it was our grandparents summer home. We are so grateful to now call it our own and share it with our friends and family.

What makes this property unique

This kind of access to the lake - less than 25 stairs from parking lot to beach - with a proper lawn and easy walk-in water access - is very difficult to find on the lake.

5 bedrooms with double beds, two bathrooms and two showers (downstairs has a powder room and separate shower) provide the infrastructure needed for larger groups.

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