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Awesome House on Cayuga Lake! (age 30+ excl. kids)
Age requirement 30+ (excluding kids). Great for families!! 1196 E. Shore Drive is a fabulous rustic lake house (circa 1890) on Cayuga Lake 2.5 miles from downtown Ithaca. 330 ft of frontage w/ full sun and awesome sunsets. Huge dock and hot tub. Incredible lawns and private. NOTE: the railroad tracks come close to the house and so does the road (traffic noise during the week is noticeable). And because of the tracks, the driveway is SHORT AND STEEP. Price based on # of people. See below.

2 BR/2B Lake house Minutes from Town and Campus!
-Beautiful lake views -Amazing location -Cozy -Modern -Comfortable -Peaceful & Private These are the most common remarks from our guests. The perfect lake living on the water while still minutes from town! Treat yourself to coffee/tea every day while watching the sunrise over the lake from dual balconies/the dock. This is a two-story home w/ 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Accessible to Ithaca's finest restaurants, Cornell University & Ithaca College, wineries & all the Finger Lakes have to offer.

Sparrow Creek Airbnb
Sparrow Creek is located at the southern end of Cayuga Lake. Enjoy the back deck off the kitchen overlooking a wooded landscape and a meandering creek. The area is friendly and within 15 minutes to downtown Ithaca and surrounding areas. We have the essentials for an amazing Ithaca getaway being close to state parks, gorges, waterfalls, Cornell University, Ithaca College, downtown Commons, wine trails, year-round activities and attractions in the beautiful surrounding Finger Lakes region.

Forested Cabin with Seasonal Lakeview
Our newly constructed cabin is a modern, one bedroom home perched in a forested nook with views of Cayuga Lake. This little cabin sits on our 40-acre property, also home to Saoirse Pastures- a farm animal rescue and sanctuary. 4.5 miles to downtown Ithaca, 4.5 miles to Taughannock State Park & Trumansburg and 17 easy miles to Hector and the Seneca wine trail make the location perfect for whatever adventure awaits you! The Black Diamond hiking and biking trail is also right at your doorstep.

Chic Mansion
Stay downtown & walk to Ithaca’s most popular destinations, the Commons, restaurants, shops, waterfalls, groceries, the State Street Theater & more. Just minutes from Cornell and Ithaca College our beautifully restored 4,000 sq ft home features 9 rooms, 6 beds, and 4 full baths, blending historical character with curated modern comfort. An ideal retreat for families, design lovers & travelers + Find us @kornerlot + 4 night min. graduation, reunion, & holiday weekends STR PERMIT# STR-25-29

Hayt's Chapel
Hayts Chapel, on a beautiful and private half acre has a large open space with hardwood floors, high ceilings, partitioned bedroom, full bathroom, and kitchen. Large old windows with wavy glass let in tons of light, but insulated attic keeps it cool. Outdoors has an eating area, stone fire pit, and plenty of parking. Close to downtown, gorges, wineries and u-pick farms, this quiet setting with relaxing ambiance is a wonderful space for a home-base while visiting Ithaca and the Fingerlakes!

NY Suite | Downtown walk to Commons | Free Parking
Welcome to our newly renovated and stylish apartment located in the heart of downtown Ithaca! The apartment is just steps away from the best restaurants, cafes, and shops in downtown Ithaca. This modern and chic space features an open-concept living area with plenty of natural light, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the city. Everything is new and high-end. - Onsite free parking (hard to find near downtown) - Steps to Commons, coffee shops & great restaurants! - Central

Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown
A magical treehouse perched over its own gorge on Cayuga Lake. This place is special! There’s a giant porch wrapped around a 300-year oak tree and a lakeside tea house that can serve as an extra bedroom. There’s a dock, fire pit, room for yard games by the water, plenty of outdoor seating on the porch, by the lake, or on the dock. All of this is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Taughannock Falls state park. It’s also a great base to explore the Finger Lakes wine region.

Ithaca Music-lovers Barn
The barn is a cozy and unique space, situated on 27 acres of meadow and forest with a pond for swimming, fishing, and ice skating, depending on the season. There is no highway noise on the dirt road, and the stars shine brightly on clear nights, giving the place a true country feel, yet it’s still only a five minute drive from downtown Ithaca, Ithaca College, and Cornell University. Feel free to enjoy and play our piano, any stringed instruments, and extensive record collection!

The Barn Manor with Manners: Barndo with Love!
Experience luxury at Barn Manor, a converted barn surrounded by fields and forests. Relax in a jetted tub with heated floors, enjoy fireside evenings, and admire custom woodwork, marble accents, indoor hammock and unique windows. Both levels are open floor plans: the first floor has a queen bed, full kitchen, living space, and bathroom; upstairs offers a king bed with Casper mattress, queen futon, and optional fold-out twin. Sleeps up to 8. Ask about long-term winter stays.

Charming Cayuga Lake Front Cottage
We rent only Sunday-Sunday in summer so if the dates are grayed out, please change your check-in and check-out dates to Sunday. Less than 2 miles from downtown Ithaca, This charming 2 bedroom Lake House on the West Shore of Cayuga Lake has off street parking for 2 cars and its own adorable Waterfalls with spectacular views. * Our Pet Policy* We will consider up to 2 Dogs each weighing 20 Lbs or less to accompany our guests, please inquire if needed.

Parkview Cottage
Charming historic train station (ca.1830) located near the southeast corner of Cayuga Lake, across the street from Stewart Park, the Visitor Center and the Cayuga Waterfront Trailhead. This house is not for everybody. It has a rustic, bohemian vibe. There is a flight of stairs leading to the bedroom. There's a 2 night minimum on the weekends, but am open to single night stays during the week. Feel free to send me a message and see.
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Hazlitt Winery Poolhouse

Private Cottage with Pool Between the Lakes

Haven Woods, quiet house, minutes to Ithaca w/ AC

Luxurious 3Bdrm with indoor heated Pool year round

Free Early check-in All October • Hot Tub

Comfy Ranch House 3BR/2BA

Finch House & Garden, Richford, Finger Lakes

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Twin Ferns! Your English garden getaway!

Amazing view Abundant wildlife Close 2 IC/Cornell

Serene Lake Retreat w/ Stunning Views Close to CU

Cozy Ranch House

Hot Tub! Close To Cornell, Ithaca College,Commons!

Comfortable home available for short term rental

Ithaca, 5 Miles to Cornell, FingerLakes Wine

Entire Charming House - Great Location!
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Finger Lakes Country Escape

Finger Lakes South Point Cayuga Lake Lookout

The"Specchio"2BR-2Bath Apt/Pet friendly for Family

Tranquil Retreat near Cornell

Sunset Farm Home Hosted by Shannan

Lake house with lake access!

East Shore Retreat

Comfortable 3 bedroom home.
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