Contemporary lodge secluded on 7 acres, minutes to Cornell and Ithaca College

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Ithaca, NY

Buttermilk Falls State Park9 min drive
Ithaca College9 min drive
Cornell University17 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Hornbrook Lodge.
The perfect place for a family getaway or a friend's get-together. Tucked on 7 wooded acres, the custom-built lodge vacation home offers complete privacy with close proximity to Ithaca's downtown (7 minutes), Cornell (12 minutes), and Ithaca College (5 minutes).

There are two very spacious upstairs bedrooms with king beds, each with its own bath. The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, its own bath, and a walk-in closet. Luxury comfort is the key here. Two beds have Tempur-Pedic mattresses and one has a king feather bed.

The Great Room offers spectacular views of surrounding woods with floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood-burning fireplace with a sunken seating area, and plenty of lounging space.

The fully equipped kitchen has plenty of tools, gadgets, and spices to make a gourmet feast. Enjoy that perfect meal on the spacious dining deck, or inside while watching the fire glow and the snowfall.

No matter what the season, Ithaca Lodge is all about comfort and relaxation!

LGBTQIA travelers welcome

A baby crib can be arranged upon request.

Please note that this is not a party house. Over 25 y/o renters only, please.

PLEASE READ:
• 4WD / AWD is STRONGLY recommended in winter months to navigate our driveway safely.
• We are in a rural setting, about 7-10 minutes from Downtown/The Commons. A car is necessary as there are no stores or restaurants within walking distance.
• This property has stairs and is not suited for individuals with mobility challenges.
• Please do not book this property if this does not suit your needs.

We'll be happy to answer any questions, just send us an email.
Thank you and we look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Eva & Dann Havle-Williams

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Entrance steps from driveway to main house

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Use caution on stone garden steps and decks.

Events

No events allowed

Family friendly property. No parties or events.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Please inquire. $100 additional cleaning fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking.

AWD or 4WD is STRONGLY recommended in winter month

Please be gentle with septic. No food, grease, pap

Please read the House Information Document for all

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Family friendly property. No parties or events.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buttermilk Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Puddledockers and Sciencenter. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

Buttermilk Falls State Park - 9 min drive
Ithaca College - 9 min drive
Ithaca Commons - 13 min drive
State Theatre of Ithaca - 13 min drive
Cornell University - 17 min drive

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 15 min drive
Panera Bread - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 13 min drive
Chili's Grill & Bar - 13 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary lodge secluded on 7 acres, minutes to Cornell and Ithaca College pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Contemporary lodge secluded on 7 acres, minutes to Cornell and Ithaca College?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary lodge secluded on 7 acres, minutes to Cornell and Ithaca College?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary lodge secluded on 7 acres, minutes to Cornell and Ithaca College located?

This family-friendly Ithaca holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Danby Town Hall and Danby State Forest. Buttermilk Falls State Park and Ithaca College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Ann S.

4 December 2023

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

Felt like Home

My family and I absolutely loved this magical place in the woods. We spent the week of Thanksgiving visiting our daughter who attends Cornell and loved every minute of our stay, we rarely left. We found some board games and played hours of Catch Phrase enjoying the fireplaces and admiring our beautiful views of the property. It's truly magical!!! The kitchen has every amenity you could possibly think of and then more. The pantry was wonderfully stocked. We felt like we were home. Eva was a phenomenal host, she treated us like we were family. The attention to every detail including house slippers and the special welcome and birthday gift bag were amazing. We can't wait to go back!!!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R., USA

31 October 2023

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

modern convenience meets lodge in woods

Wonderful place to stay! Very clean, comfortable, quiet, and filled with everything you need: fully stocked kitchen, board games, laundry, lounging and dining areas, fireplace, TV, and internet. We were all impressed with how every need was anticipated including welcome snacks, coffee, and fresh slippers to wear inside. My friends and I were in town for the Ithaca College Alumni Weekend and had a blast the first night sitting on one of the 2 spacious decks catching up. The next day we drove to campus easily for all the activities. Hosts are very responsive to queries.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig P., Rochester New York

5 October 2023

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

Magic in the woods

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele T., Sterling, VA USA

28 September 2023

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

Peaceful Retreat

We rented Hornbrook Lodge for a weekend getaway while attending a wedding in Ithaca. We are so happy with our choice of accommodation! It was great to be able to enjoy some peace and quiet just a short drive away from the wedding activities in town. As fellow VRBO Premier Hosts, we fully understand the time and effort it takes to provide a top-notch guest experience. Eva and Dann have done exactly that! From the moment we walked in to the lodge, we felt at home. The home was clean, comfortably furnished, and had everything we could have possibly needed for our stay. The multi-story wall of windows in the great room afforded sweeping views of the beautiful gardens and surrounding woods. We loved the cozy lodge ambiance, the spacious bedrooms, the well-equipped kitchen, and especially the outdoor decks and the fire pit. The complimentary S’mores station was a big hit for evenings around the fire pit. We all agreed the Hornbrook Lodge would be a great place to spend a few days watching the snow come down in the winter! Thank you for the hospitality and for sharing your lovely home with us. The welcome gifts, slippers, and the fully-stocked crock of dog bones were great surprises at check in - even our dogs loved their stay! We would definitely stay again and highly recommend the Hornbrook Lodge.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

17 September 2023

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

Amazing property!

The lodge was absolutely wonderful! The homeowners have thought of every little detail to make our stay enjoyable like a S’mores kit, welcome letter and gift, paper goods, etc. They were always quick to respond to any questions with had. This house has to be the best stocked house VRBO we’ve ever stayed. Think they have more kitchen gadgets, pots, etc. than our own home. It definitely would be a delight for a gourmet chef. Our teen was impressed with all of the board games. The lodge is tastefully decorated throughout with art work, retaining the historical nature of the house with modern touches where needed. The renovated bathrooms were lovely. We absolutely loved our stay here. The only caveat is that the lodge is most definitely a retreat. We had no cellular service (Verizon) and the internet wasn’t the greatest which made it challenging for husband to work and daughter to get online classwork done. Despite that, we’d love to stay here again. It’s just something to keep in mind if you have to work on vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023