Family-friendly holiday rentals in Cayuga Heights

Naturalists' Retreat

Retreat to paradise at this cozy cottage in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Charming custom woodwork offers a unique, rustic aesthetic while modern amenities provide the comfort of home. Minutes from famous naturalist attractions in all directions. Enjoy the entire peaceful cottage and surrounding yard with outdoor seating, fire pit, and hot tub to yourself. Three acres of adjoining trails and creek shared with neighboring host family, who are fun-loving and approachable but respect your privacy.

The Lakeview Nook – Midcentury Modern Stay

Enjoy this mid-century modern guest house in a spectacular site, with a lake view, waterfall, and forest all in one place. The house was just fully renovated. This house is just 2 miles from Ithaca downtown and 3 miles from Cornell University. The location is super close to everything Ithaca has to offer—Ithaca falls, downtown, restaurants, the farmer's market, wineries, all within a few minutes drive of your rental. This unit is fully private, with no shared areas/entrance with the other unit.

Scenic 3B/2BA Lakehome Near Cornell, Town and More

Welcome to this cozy 3 bedroom/2 bathroom lake home with stunning views from every level. The perfect combination of 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/ 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a large, well stocked kitchen. Accessible to Ithaca's finest restaurants, Cornell University & Ithaca College, wineries & all the Finger Lakes have to offer.

High Above Cayuga's Waters

Airport a mile away! Spacious 3 bedrm 3.5 bath townhome with exquisite resort decor. Check-in to Ithaca and you will never want to leave this home. Five minutes from Cornell University Campus. Fifteen Minutes from Ithaca College Campus. Climb the Clock tower at Cornell. Visit the wonderful wineries along Cayuga Lake or Just relax after a busy move in day for your college scholar. Perhaps all you need is to make a nice pot of tea to rest your weary muscles from moving those boxes into the dorm.

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!

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!

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), grill up some burgers on the gas grill, 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 (30+ MBPS).

Ithaca Falls View Apartment

Beautiful, private location at the top of Ithaca Falls. A bedroom with a queen bed for 2, a sofa that can sleep 1, a private bathroom, and living room. There is no kitchen or dining room, but there is a a small dining table, two chairs, a microwave, a coffeemaker with coffee, filters, disposable tableware, a toaster, and a mini-fridge (in the closet). It is a 5-minute drive to downtown Ithaca and Cornell University. Ithaca can easily be reached by car, bike, bus, or foot.

Carriage house

Have the best of both worlds in this private, fully renovated one bedroom carriage house, with fully stocked kitchen. Located on a low traffic, quiet road for your perfect weekend getaway to Ithaca. Close to restaurants and shopping. Within walking distance to Cayuga Hospital. Five minute drive to the Commons and ten minute drive the Cornell University or Ithaca College. You do have to walk about 50 ft through my grass so if it rains, you might want to bring some old shoes.

Peaceful studio apartment with lake views.

We welcome you to enjoy our private, bright, modern studio with lake views. The space has its own driveway, entrance, a private stone patio with gardens, and wonderful views of Cayuga Lake. The space is set up like a private apartment. Flooded with natural light, a kitchenette, and private bath. It will be a quiet and peaceful getaway. We are minutes from downtown, Universities and all that Ithaca has to offer.

The Rhodie House

The Rhodie House is located on the West shore of Cayuga Lake. It is close to Ithaca, wineries and parks. Cornell University can be seen from the dock. The lake frontage includes 80 ft. of gravel beach as well as a wooden dock. The cottage has a wrap around deck with great lake views. There are over 20 rhododendron bushes on the property. A smart TV allows streaming your favorite shows.

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. Looking for someone to stay for a month from 12/26-1/24. $850.