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Industrial House- Cosy Campfire Nights + WFH Tech
Industrial vibes in a rural setting. Featuring an updated fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and furniture, and thoughtful touches like desks with dual monitors for remote work. Outside enjoy the campfire pit, BBQ, and peaceful setting. EV charger. Professionally designed, managed, and cleaned. Dog friendly (no cats) *Our newly built home is 1/2 of a side-by-side duplex. Each home is extremely quiet and has fully private indoor and outdoor space so you get the most out of your rural getaway
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
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.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 306 reviews
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.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 292 reviews
Cayuga Lakefront Getaway
Enjoy waterfront living in this charming, comfortable apartment on spectacular Cayuga Lake in Ithaca. This private apartment is upstairs in a home that is directly on the east shore of the lake, only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca. Enjoy everything Ithaca has to offer-- hiking, Ithaca Commons, Cornell U, Ithaca College, movies and theater, restaurants, the farmer's market, the waterfront trail, wineries-- all within a few minutes' drive of your rental. Or, relax at home and live the lake life!
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews
1890s Italianate | Family-Friendly 3BR
Prime Location! This family-friendly home is situated right across from the picturesque Cascadilla Gorge Trail and only 0.4 miles away from downtown Ithaca and restaurants on The Commons. Just down the hill from Cornell University. The home was partially renovated in 2022 and boasts a clean, modern decor throughout. The first floor is furnished with families in mind, providing plenty of space for children to play. Ideal for up to 4 adults or a family of 5. City of Ithaca STR Permit # 25-28
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews
Hot tub under the stars at cozy cabin in the FLX
Nestled in a grove of Norway spruce, your peaceful cabin getaway rests in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Built by a local carpenter (with help from his dog Indiana), the cabin has enough coziness and charm to make any stay special. Hike down to Mill Creek (on the property), roast some marshmallows over the fire, or lounge in a hot tub beneath the stars. The cabin is 15 minutes to Ithaca / Cornell, has a living room with a Switch + BluRay + Netflix, and has satellite wifi (100+ MBPS).
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
Downtown Ithaca New Build – Award-Winning Stay
Welcome to our beautifully designed, freshly built ADU—a 2024 Pride of Ownership Award recipient! This one-of-a-kind downtown retreat is perfect for visiting families, couples, and professionals seeking an authentic Ithacan getaway. Enjoy inviting living spaces, a well-appointed kitchen, and a private outdoor area to unwind. Nestled in a convenient location, you are moments away from parks, restaurants, universities, and local attractions. City of Ithaca STR Permit Number STR-25-1
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
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.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
Vintage Charmer Waterfall views!
Two living rooms, front and back porches, add'l TV room/office, dining room and creek views right from the back yard! Decorated in original Vintage Mid Century furniture, Fox House Falls is a chance to experience the culture and natural beauty of downtown Ithaca in a private home made for relaxation. 2 minute drive or walkable to: restaurants, shops, Cornell, Ithaca Farmers Market, Cayuga Lake. Less than 15 minute drive to Ithaca College. Read full house description below please.
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4.77 out of 5 average rating, 280 reviews
Craftsman cottage near Cornell & Cayuga wine trail
Welcome to the upstate cottage of your dreams! This petite charmer has been tastefully renovated to curate a boutique guest experience. Enjoy cooking meals in the sunny gourmet kitchen, spinning 45s on the turntable, drinking coffee on the front porch, or relaxing on the patio by a wood-burning chiminea. Fully-fenced yard with mature trees & bistro lighting, main floor king bed & bath, two living rooms, two fireplaces! Minutes to downtown, hiking, waterfalls, IC, Cornell.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 242 reviews
Charming, Downtown and Conveniently Located
The Best of Both Worlds- Our charming, Fall Creek apartment is conveniently located just blocks from the Commons/Restaurant Row & around the corner from Cascadilla Gorge, a beautiful trail leading up to Cornell. Perfect for couples, families, solo adventurers & LGBTQ friendly. Convenient, off street parking, separate entrance with outdoor patio area- perfect for your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Full eat-in kitchen and side porch with cafe table seating.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 631 reviews
Guest Suite at Chauncey House
Join us for a stay in our historically grand 1835 home, perfectly located in the heart of Downtown Ithaca. Everything you’re looking for is only a few walkable blocks away: Moosewood & shopping at Dewitt Mall – 1 block. Shopping & Events in Ithaca Commons – 2 blocks. Restaurant Row on Aurora Street – 3 blocks. Ithaca Farmers Market – 1 mile. If you're visiting students, Cornell University and Ithaca College are both nearby.
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