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Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Cayuga Lake sunset from Canvasback Cottage.
Turn onto King Fisher Cove and driveway to Canvasback Cottage.
Canvasback Cottage
New steps installed in 2020. They replace steel steps past guests may remember.
Fully outfitted kitchen; electric stove, convection oven/toaster, coffee maker.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Trumansburg, NY
  • Place, Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ithaca College
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N

Canvasback Cottage is a beachfront cottage in a private setting with large dock and deck facilities. It sleeps 6 comfortably, with two private bedrooms, an enclosed porch with a futon and 1.5 bathrooms. The cottage is an open architecture design with multiple windows providing excellent views to the water and the monitoring of small children along the beach. Located approximately 1.5 miles north of Taughannock State Park and 11 miles north of Ithaca on the west shore of Cayuga Lake, the cottage is a short drive to Cornell University and Ithaca College, the Finger Lakes Wine Trail and a wide range of outdoor activities.
The cottage is at beach level and is accessible by stairs from a parking area that will accommodate 3 cars. New stairs were installed in 2020, however, the stairs may make the cottage inaccessible for individuals with mobile disabilities and may also be difficult for the elderly. See recently posted photos of stairs.
Two kayaks are included in the rental. Grocery and liquor stores, restaurants, live music venues and a pharmacy are located in Trumansburg, approximately 5 minutes from the cottage. Minimum three night stay required.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

Trumansburg

Located in Trumansburg, this cottage is on the waterfront. Americana Vineyards and Hillendale Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newman Arena, or consider a night out at Dutch Harvest Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Trumansburg, NY

What's nearby

  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 25 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Ithaca College - 28 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Cornell University - 29 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 30 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NY Quick Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trimmers Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Inn At Taughannock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gimme! Coffee Roastery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mama Said Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cayuga Lake Cottage near Ithaca, Taughannock Falls State Park and Trumansburg, N located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Americana Vineyards and Cayuga Nature Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very clean and well appointed- it had everything we needed for our stay and the view was outstanding. Lots of stairs so not for anyone with any mobility issues but we’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The lake was beautiful and we took advantage of having campfires on the beach while listening to the waves and birds. The cottage is quaint like stepping back in time, which made it easy to leave the stress of every day life behind! We also appreciated Wes, helping us find the location. Use Apple Maps, not Waze! The cottage has everything you need to make meals and relax. We hiked every day at the many parks nearby. The location is close to everything!
Lakefront view
Sunrise is amazing!
Campfires on the lake are the best!
Buttermilk falls.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location in the forest right next to the lake. It’s a very warm and cozy feeling. Just walk out the back door and you are within several feet of the shoreline. The only concern is to be aware of the stairs waI would recommend for anyone who wants to be on the lake and in a forest setting. Just walk down the steps from the parking area and into another world. The shoreline is literally steps from the back door.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went very well. Very clean, nicely updated. Air conditioning was very nice. Host was very easy to get in touch with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kayla b.

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

Peaceful Lakehouse!

All the amenities of home and amazing views- access to beautiful Cayuga Lake. Our boys enjoyed fishing and kayaking. Adults enjoyed the fire pit right next to the water at night. We all LOVED IT!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eric B.

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

Quiet Place on the Water

We were needing a few days away from home and this place was amazingly quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

beautiful views on cayuga lake

My family enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Beautiful views right on the lake and close to the waterfalls we wanted to visit. My kids enjoyed swimming in the lake, kayaking and fires at night. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great cottage

Comfortable and clean cottage on the water with a dock, firepit, and kayaks. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Lakeside serenity

The property was lovely and had all the amenities. Right on the water. Less than half an hour to both Ithaca and Watkins Glen. We absolutely loved it here! The second half bath was a bit of an overstatement since it was in a separate unheated outbuilding but was not an issue since there were only two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S., Troy

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

Sisters get away

Wine and waterfalls. Easy access in multiple directions. Wonderful setting to come back home to for relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bibhakar p.

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

Beautiful Lake property

It was a fantastic stay. the property has one of the greatest location if you want to enjoy secluded time. This is right on the lake. i think once the boat house and other bathroom gets renovated it would be a great place to stay for a week in peace within the surroundings of nature. Wes himself was very approachable and always ready to help. We had a great time while there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

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

Idyllic Vacation Spot!

My girlfriends and I have been getting together every July for 35 years and of all the places we've stayed this was an absolute favorite. We spent the days in kayaks on the lake and the nights around a great campfire. The water's so clear. The cottage and the grounds are charming. Beautiful foliage and wild life. Peaceful nights. The place is stocked with everything you need and the beds are very comfortable. We made wonderful memories in this wonderful place. It was hard to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C., Northern VA

Perfect cottage for our stay on the lake

My family of 3 adults and 2 teens had a wonderful week on Cayuga Lake this August. The cottage was just perfect for us. My girls enjoyed sleeping on the "porch". The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to prepare our meals. The outside area was perfectly wonderful, with a fire pit, chairs, a nice long dock, wade in water level and a little grassy area for my sunbather too. Tons of seating inside. The stairs to get down to the cottage are no joke but once you are settled in it was totally manageable for us and a real benefit, in my opinion, to have the water at house level. The owner could not have been any more responsive before and during our stay. The only thing I would change is the pillows really need to be replaced so I would recommend you bring your own. We would completely recommend this cottage to others and would rent again if we return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Laurie Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Description needs to be updated

Important information is misleading in the property description. The 1/2 bath is not attached to the property and is a non functioning outhouse. The water is non-potable or “you shouldn’t drink the water”. The owner provided these details at check-in. We would not have rented the property had these details been made at the point of decision-making - and included in the property’s details. There are plenty of options out there! The owner provided one gallon of water for 3 adults for 4 days….disappointing at best. The rest of the description is accurate.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. We had a wonderful weekend with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is spot on and well kept. The ownership is 5 stars! We look forward to our next stay at the property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Cozy, clean cottage

Very nice setting. House has a nice yard with seating, a fire pit, a nice dock with built in table and seating. Small area to get into water for swimming which our 4 year old granddaughter loved. The inside of the house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The front porch has all windows with lake views which we enjoyed at night watching a lightning show over the lake. Nice modern bathroom. Kitchen was fully supplied. We enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory L.

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

Fantastic for making memories

Beautiful spot on the lake and full of lake cottage charm inside. Has all the things you need to enjoy a rustic experience outside and feel cozy and as if it was your own home inside. Perfect for our family getaway and cant wait to go back!Good communication with host Wes made it all seamless
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was immaculate, and the property was gorgeous. Right on the lake, which was very quiet and beautiful. The owner was very responsive to outreach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Beautiful lake front cottage with wonderful views of the lake. Cottage was clean. Relaxing setting.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

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

Great old school lake house!

Clean and comfortable, cannot beat the view. Owner was accommodating and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meri I.

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

Peaceful Weekend Getaway by the Lake

Perfect Fall weekend by the lake for the family -- it was too chilly to swim or kayak, but so peaceful, and just what we needed. We didn't want to leave, and can't wait to go back. Wes was very responsive and helpful with everything. I am glad we didn't bring the minivan because I don't know how it would've done getting to the cottage site once off the main road. Thank you, Wes, and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harshal G.

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

Absolutely stunning

The place is located right on the lake, has a private area for your group to enjoy as much as you want. Amazing property both from inside and outside👌
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

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

Perfect

This was perfect for us! We were visiting our daughter at Ithaca College for Applefest weekend. This cottage was perfect for our family. It was close enough to Ithaca yet just out of the fray of Applefest so we could enjoy the festivities but also escape to this beautiful lakeside cottage. The cabin was clean, well appointed with a spectacular waterfront view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Lovely time at Canvasback Cottage

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our five day visit at Canvasback. The location of the cottage was great and made it easy to access all of the waterfall state parks, wineries, and parts of the Cornell campus we had on our list. The sunroom was our favorite spot to relax and enjoy views of the lake. The cottage is comfortably furnished and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking meals. All in all, we had a wonderful time exploring the area and staying at Canvasback!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Wes Blauvelt

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Why they chose this property

Canvasback Cottage is a great place for a family to gather and enjoy Cayuga Lake and the surrounding Finger Lakes Region of New York State. Located at waters edge, the lake is easily accessible and provides kids and parents alike with the enjoyment of water sports and the natural beauty of one of the largest Finger Lakes.

What makes this property unique

With Ithaca College and Cornell University only 15 minutes drive time away, the cottage is an ideal location for families to stay while visiting their students during Parent's Weekend or Graduation.

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English

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