Family-friendly vacation rentals in Tioga County

Finger Lakes Sunset View near Ithaca and Watkins

Escape to our charming, country-chic space, an ideal retreat for two. This private haven has all the essentials for a perfect getaway. Nestled in the beauty of NY’s Finger Lakes, our location is 30-40 mins from diverse attractions: the lively college town of Ithaca, Cornell University, thrilling NASCAR events in Watkins Glen, renowned wineries, & state parks. For those seeking tranquility, step onto the private deck and enjoy a fire as the sun sets. Welcome to your peaceful escape in upstate NY!

Grand 1860 home, Twin Tiers area

Nearly 2,000 sq feet of grand home is yours to enjoy. New kitchen. Dining room and living room (with smart TV) have high ceilings, glittering chandeliers, lots of light. Hallway features half bath, utility closet, & work nook. 3 bedrooms, full bath, and laundry upstairs. Sleeps 5-6, depending on your group (check bedrooms to see). Access to large fenced yard and deck included. We stock coffee and tea for guests booking in advance, and you’ll find various seasonings and staples in the cupboards.

Modern Country Retreat! 15min to Cornell & IC

Private apartment in a country setting, attached to main house with beautiful views. Separate Entrance. Peaceful location and proximity to gorgeous hiking/waterfalls or winter skiing. Enjoy wildlife, the sunrise over the valley and the vast farmland that surrounds the home. Driveway parking. Contactless Check-in. Conveniently located. 15min to downtown Ithaca, Treman and Buttermilk Falls. 6 miles to Shindagin State Forest and Six Mile Creek Winery. 4min to the famous Brookton Market Cafe.

Valley view tranquility!

Enjoy a new 1 bedroom (750 square foot) with high end finishes. This apartment is above a garage attached to a family home with its own separate entrance with keyless entry. We are centrally located just 30 minutes away from Ithaca, Binghamton, and Elmira, just a short distance to countless waterfalls, hiking trails, and finger lake wineries. Enjoy a peaceful sunrise/sunset from the balcony taking in the valley views. The living room can also sleep up to two additional occupants.

Howland Farm

The John Howland Farm is an iconic 1840s family farm. We follow strict cleaning protocols and only accept whole house reservations. Your party will be the only guests in the farmhouse with suites. The "Butterfly Suite" includes three bedrooms, sitting room with board games, books, and private bath. The "Garden Suite" is fully ADA accessible with bedroom, bath, and sitting room. The "Pine Cone Suite" is also ADA accessible with bedroom, bath, and adjacent laundry room.

Private Scenic Retreat

The entire place is yours to enjoy! Our guest house is located on a dead-end road five minutes from the town of Newark Valley and only 30 minutes from Binghamton, Cortland, and Ithaca Included is a kitchen with open common area, two bedrooms, full bath and washer/dryer within living area. A farm setting is viewable from the common area and attached deck. There is a 2 acre pond and miles of scenic trails spread over 250+ acres, with sights as far as Pennsylvania!

Tiny, romantic, timber frame

Unplugged (no WiFi) and peaceful. We provide breakfast foods. Unfortunately we cannot provide fresh breakfasts at this time, to keep our prices the same, with inflation. We hope to again in the future, if the current costs go down. A family built, tiny, timber frame. We are in a farming community, and several Amish farms dot our road. Please drive slow for children and animals. Please book both weekend nights during weekend stays, May-Oct. Thank you!

Creekside Cabin

A cozy cabin on the banks of Cayuta Creek, immersed in natural beauty. Located on our 75 acre organic orchard and cidery, it is a short drive to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, Finger Lakes wineries, state parks and gorges. Nature surrounds you: water rushing, a tree frog chorus, beavers swimming by, bald eagles fishing trout. Enjoy hanging out and eating meals on a wraparound deck overlooking the water. Easy access, remote feeling.*Composting toilet*

Tree house in Ithaca

Tree house inspired, located in the town of Danby, this one bedroom apartment is both peaceful and centrally-located: 8 miles from Cornell University, 6 miles from Ithaca College, and accessible to the Finger Lakes Wine Trails, and the Finger Lakes Trail system. Featuring a private deck that overlooks a park-like setting, well stocked kitchen, and a beautiful indoor space that is perfect for year round adventures.

The Bar(n)- Cozy chalet with hot tub and campfire

Not your daddy’s barn. This bar(n) is professionally designed with modem flair, beautiful furniture, a hot tub, WFH setup, campfire, and pizza oven. What more could you want? Under 15 minutes to downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Ithaca College. Level 2 EV charger with NACS (Tesla) and J1772. Dogs welcome (when added to reservation)- sorry no cats or other pets.

Glamping with a gorgeous view

Enjoy private fancy camping in this light-filled, fully furnished cabin on a platform overlooking a pond, pastures, and the valley beyond. Situated on a working farm just 15 min. southeast of Ithaca, NY, this is perfect for a family or romantic get-away. Unplug, relax, and visit the local trails, wineries, and waterfalls, or just hang out and enjoy the view!

A Mini Retreat in K-Ville

Enjoy some fun! More than just a place to sleep, it's an experience. K-Ville is a place where you can sleep and live in and among my art. It’s off the grid and It’s a tiny Victorian village. You can eat in the "cafe" relax in the "square" and sleep in your own private "Loft home" which sleeps one comfortably or two if you like to snuggle tight.