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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.

Modern Retreat-Hiking, waterfalls, hottub, kingbed
Enjoy your next Finger Lakes vacation at the Rustic Red Retreat! Located just outside of Ithaca, and a short drive to Cornell, this home is nestled next to a peaceful pond and provides modern amenities with rustic charm. The beautiful hand-hewn beams, reclaimed materials, and fireplace offer a warm, cozy stay after a busy day exploring the area. Enjoy numerous state parks, incredible waterfalls, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and all the seasonal events that the Finger Lakes have to offer!

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!

Classic Charm, Modern Comfort
Escape to a charming historic home with original woodwork and modern accents. Perfect for a cozy getaway or as a home base for outdoor adventures. Enjoy the vibrancy of downtown living, close to nature! Located just around the corner from popular Gimme Coffee Shop, Ramen, Pizza, Bars, Breweries + more! City of Ithaca #STR-25-62 5 min drive to Cornell, Farmers Market, Trader Joes 10 min walk to Ithaca Commons <10 min drive to Ithaca College, hiking gorges, shopping, grocery + wineries

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.

Industrial House- Cosy Campfire Nights + WFH Tech
Industrial vibes in a rural setting. This 3-bedroom / 2-bathroom home is brand new and professionally designed. The home features a new kitchen, 65" TV in the living room, comfortable beds, and two work-from-home stations with dual monitors. Dog friendly but were unable to host cats or other pets. *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.

The Barn Manor | Stylish Barndominium Near Ithaca
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.
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House rentals with a pool

Elegant Estate – Pool, Hot Tub, Fall Foliage

3 bedroom/1 bathroom Taughannock Rental-right side

Great house with pool AND hot tub in Tburg Village

Camp S’mores- Modern A-Frame with Pool

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

The Baldwin Manor: Sauna, Fireplaces, Pool

Iconic Wine Country Estate &Pool
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Gorgeous historic inn in downtown Ithaca

Perfect for Couples and Families

Gunilla's Sunny Home with a Lake View

Amazing view Abundant wildlife Close 2 IC/Cornell

Posh wine country saltbox near Cornell, IC

Downtown Ithaca New Build – Award-Winning Stay

Villa Aveline • The Atrium

10 min to Ithaca•Green Retreat•Infrared Sauna
Private house rentals

Finger Lakes Country Escape

Finger Lakes South Point Cayuga Lake Lookout

Twin Ferns! Your English garden getaway!

Come recover from the holidays at Water's Edge!

Sunset Farm Home Hosted by Shannan

Winter Sales! Hot Tub! Ithaca College, Commons!

Lake house with lake access!

Comfortable home available for short term rental
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