Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College
Beautiful lake views, amazing location, modern, comfortable and peaceful. The perfect lake living while still minutes from town, Cornell and Ithaca College. Watch the sunrise over the lake on the deck. This is a three story home with 3 bedrooms, a bonus room, 2 full baths and and 1/2 bath. Our house has a modern floor plan and beautiful, high-end construction and details. Special features include a stoned faced fireplace, striking wide plank floors, and a modern kitchen with modern appliances. First-floor full bath and guest room. Upstairs you will be delighted with the master suite with more gorgeous lake views. The lower parking area is close to the front door compared to most other West Shore properties. Private lake frontage and dock. Kayaks, Canoe. Fast internet service with wifi, A/C, Washer Dryer, Roku TV, DVD player, gas fireplace, wine cooler.
Reasons to rent this house:
1) The single-family house is directly on Cayuga Lake with amazing views from the deck and dock, near wineries, and also only 5 minutes from downtown Ithaca restaurants and shopping, and less than 15 min. from the colleges.
2) In summer, you can drive close to the front door, no major staircase to the house (as is common on Cayuga Lake). However, you must be able-bodied and sure-footed. There is a path with a series of concrete steps (a total of 21). In winter, we have a new staircase from the road with 52 steps. The house is not appropriate for anyone with walking disabilities (sorry).
3) There are 2.5 bathrooms.
4) Two kayaks on the property, a canoe, private dock.
5) The house is big enough for two families to share. We have 3 bedrooms and a bonus room (with a sleeper sofa), plus a sleeper sofa with memory foam mattress in the living room.
6) Our house is equipped with a high chair, a pack-n-play, an infant bath, and myriad toys, books, and games.
7) We are powered by off-site solar power.
Who Can Rent: The house is not appropriate for loud/late-night parties. Also, sorry, the house is not handicapped accessible.
All adult guests staying at the house must sign our license agreement and agree to our house rules.
With respect to all Ithaca lakehouses and to enjoy peace and quiet, our property is steep and away from the road. There is a long staircase to the house from the upper driveway with 52 steps. The path from the lower parking is relatively flat. All tenants and guests must be able to navigate the stairs with ease. Unfortunately, it is not handicapped accessible. We do not have a grass yard.
Winter: Our house is a real house that is winterized and you can set the thermostat to whatever is comfortable. We do not always plow or shovel the lower driver in winter. Winter tenants should plan to walk from the upper parking to the house.
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Additional guests are not allowed without the expresss written permission of the host. We do not host events such as small dinner parties.
In winter tenants may only park wo cars. In summer, four cars. Tenants must only park on the 907 property .
Tenants cannot play outdoor music before 10 am or after 8:00 p.m. All outdoor music must be played at a volume that cannot be heard by the neighbors.
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
This property uses solar energy
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 deadlock
About the area
Ithaca
Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Puddledockers and Sciencenter. Consider Dutch Harvest Farm for a night out or Cornell Botanic Gardens if you're travelling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Allan H. Treman State Marine Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
Ithaca Dog Park - 1 min drive - 2.2 km
Hangar Theatre - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Cayuga Nature Center - 5 min drive - 7.1 km
Ithaca Farmers Market - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Petes Gas Station - 4 min drive
Ithaca Bakery - 5 min drive
The Rhine House - 4 min drive
Ithaca Coffee Company Roasting Facility - 5 min drive
The Milkstand - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College?
As of 28 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College on 11 May 2026 start from NZ$550, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Clean, Stylish, Well Maintained, Lakefront, Amazing Views, Pet Friendly, College located?
This family-friendly Ithaca holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Allan H. Treman State Marine Park. Hangar Theatre and Ithaca Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay was perfect, loved the lakeside setting, the layout of the house, the location, the attentiveness of the host, looking forward to coming back!
We had an amazing stay at this lake house. The space was perfect for our group—plenty of room for everyone to spread out comfortably without ever feeling crowded. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed, from kitchen essentials to extra linens, which made the stay easy and stress-free.The view was absolutely gorgeous, especially in the morning while enjoying coffee. It really made the whole experience feel special. Whether relaxing inside or spending time outside on the decks, it was exactly what we were hoping for. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely come back. I am excited to book a stay for a warmer time. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful, well-equipped getaway with beautiful scenery.
This place is even better than the photos — we woke up every morning to the most stunning views of Cayuga Lake right from the living room and master bedroom. The hosts were incredibly responsive and provided recommendations for restaurants and other activities for the area.
What a gorgeous home! Beautiful property with well-stocked kitchen and many thoughtful extras. Excellent location near town and the state park, but mostly we were happy staying home enjoying the view! Excellent communication and instructions from the host. We had two members of our party who found the steps down from the parking spot a tad challenging, but agreed it was worth it, and did not hinder our enjoyment in any way.
Beautiful Lake house! The view of lake was unbelievable. Beds were comfortable and all linens we needed and more. Kitchen had every appliance needed and everything else for cooking. Dock and boats were great too.
The house was clean and as advertised. Beautiful location and the kids enjoyed all the lake activities. When something was missing from the kitchen, the host immediately responded and brought them the next day.
Andrayea C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
We try to be as transparent as possible in our listing so that our guests are happy and therefore we are happy. We stock laundry detergent, soap, dishwasher detergent, dishwasher soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper and paper towels etc. Normally, we check our stock but if anything is running low we are always happy to drop off additional supplies.
A beautiful, serene, well appointed house on the lake. We really enjoyed our stay. It had everything we were looking for and more.
Susan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Timothy
1 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was one of my best vrbo experiences. The location was fantastic as well as the amenities and I look forward to staying at this property again in the future!
Great location for our stay. Close to Ithaca, wineries, waterfalls and other activities. House was clean and well equipped. Great park and dog park just down the street. Like others noted, the house does not have a yard for a dog to run-around but has space for the early morning or late night business break. Good fishing right off the dock - just realize there are stairs to get to the water (they are in great shape). Owner provided quick and friendly communication. Would stay again.
Graham H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Thank you for the excellent review. Future guests, please note that our house is on a road that is not good for walking dogs. We are about one mile from Cass Park which has both a dog park and an excellent trail loop.
We had an absolutely fantastic time over the Thanksgiving holiday. The house was perfect to have our Thanksgiving away from home. We loved every minute and would love to stay again!
Home was perfect for our visit. Location was great. Just a short drive out of Ithaca. Gorgeous lake views. Host was excellent. Would definitely stay here again.
Deb A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2021
Return guests are our favorite and we hope you become one, Deb. Like Deb, guests find our location to be beautiful and convenient.
We had such a wonderful time at the lake house. Gorgeous views and so comfortable. Will definitely return.
Blake V.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Carolyn Greenwald
We are an Ithaca family of five. We lived on Cayuga Lake at our other listing, 889 Taughannock until our youngest was born. That property has been a vacation rental since 2001. We purchased this house because it is absolutely magnificent.
We work hard every week to maintain our properties. We replace fixtures and appliances often. Our cleaners do a great job.
Why they chose this property
This house is only one mile past the Hanger Theater so it is very close to downtown Ithaca but it is a world apart. We are near Cornell University and Ithaca College (3 miles). We are near the Finger Lakes Wine Trail. We are near Taughannock Park and wonderful hiking trails. However, the road is not appropriate for dog walking so you will want to drive to the dog park at Cass Park.
What makes this property unique
Our new two story deck is a stunner. You can relax just outside the living room with easy outdoor dining. We have two kayaks and canoes on the property including life vests in many sizes. You can park your boat at the dock. Inside we have gorgegous wood floors and stone work.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests