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Fingerlakes Cayuga Lakefront Home, Amazing Views and Deck, Pet Friendly, Upscale

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Ithaca, NY
  • State Theatre of Ithaca
    5 min drive
  • Ithaca Commons
    6 min drive
  • Ithaca Farmers Market
    6 min drive
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    17 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fingerlakes Cayuga Lakefront Home, Amazing Views and Deck, Pet Friendly, Upscale

A gorgeous, updated, three-bedroom house directly on Cayuga Lake but only minutes from downtown Ithaca. Our house has spectacular lake views, a modern floor plan, and beautiful, high-end construction and details. Special features include a stoned faced fireplace, striking wide plank floors, and a modern kitchen with modern appliances. First-floor full bath and guest room. Upstairs you will be delighted with the master suite with more gorgeous lake views. The driveway is realtively close to the front door compared to most other West Shore properties. Private frontage and dock. Kayaks, Canoe. Fast internet service with wifi, A/C, Washer Dryer, Roku TV, DVD player, gas fireplace, wine cooler.

Reasons to rent this house:

1) The single-family house is directly on Cayuga Lake with amazing views from the deck and dock, near wineries, and also only 5 minutes from downtown Ithaca restaurants and shopping, and less than 15 min. from the colleges.

2) We use only solar electricity, powered by Solar Farms, New York.

3) In summer, you can drive close to the front door, no major staircase to the house (as is common on Cayuga Lake). However, you must be able-bodied and sure-footed. There is a path with a series of concrete steps (a total of 21). In winter, we have a new staircase from the road with 52 steps. The house is not appropriate for anyone with walking disabilities (sorry).

4) There are 2.5 bathrooms.

5) Two kayaks on the property, a canoe, private dock.

6) The house is big enough for two families to share. We have 3 bedrooms and a bonus room (with a sleeper sofa), plus a sleeper sofa with memory foam mattress in the living room.

7) Our house is equipped with a high chair, a pack-n-play, an infant bath, and myriad toys, books, and games.

Who Can Rent:
The house is not appropriate for loud/late-night parties. We do not allow additional guests. Also, sorry, the house is not handicapped accessible.

All adult guests staying at the house must sign our license agreement and agree to our house rules.

Our property is steep. There is a long staircase to the house from the upper driveway with 52 steps. The path from the lower parking is relatively flat. All tenants and guests must be able to navigate the stairs with ease. Unfortunately, it is not handicapped accessible. We do not have a grass yard.

Winter: Our house is a real house that is winterized and you can set the thermostat to whatever is comfortable. We do not always plow or shovel the lower driver in winter. Winter tenants should plan to walk from the upper parking to the house.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Cayuga Lake. A water park is available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 10 minutes by car from Cornell University and 7 minutes from Ithaca College
This vacation home offers its guests a water park.

Property manager

Carolyn Greenwald

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: dog friendly owners, close to dog park.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: strict supervision required

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Fingerlakes Cayuga Lakefront Home, Amazing Views and Deck, Pet Friendly, Upscale Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

Beautiful House with Lake View
The house is beautiful and really nice and cozy. However when we arrieved the sofabeds were dirty. The bedroom with a queen and a twin
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D., Southern NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable views and beautiful property
We booked a quick trip, last minute for our kids' fall break and could not have been more thrilled with this property. The house is beautiful and the views you just have to see for yourself. It is so peaceful and serene. We loved the decks and sitting on the dock. I can't say enough about the property itself which was very nicely decorated and very clean. Aside from the house itself, the location is my favorite in the area. You are right on the lake which is so quiet, but you are also a quick drive to Ithaca & Cornell campuses. We went to Taughannock Falls and Ithaca Falls on this trip. It is very close to Treman also , but we ran out of time. There are great restaurants/wineries/breweries close by, but have to come back for a longer trip. From someone who books often on VRBO, we LOVED this place. Also, dog friendly and we brought our dog everywhere with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Have to drive everywhere
The house is on a busy street. You must drive to get anywhere including somewhere to walk your dog. The house is lovely and well maintained. There is a rusty pipe under the corner of the dock that one of us cut themselves on while swimming in the lake and the steps leading into the lake are very slippery
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Great location, great views, beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life on the Lake
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the beautiful cottage that had every amenity you would ever need. It was only a mile from Cass Park with a very expansive dog park so we could let the dog get his exercise. We will hopefully be back to Ithaca next year. So relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home and views in this bright, peaceful place on the lake
This is a beautifully appointed and well maintained home, with dock and two level large (new) wooden deck right on the lake on a quiet stretch of road just outside of Ithaca (so close to everything in town). The large windows give ample natural light and provide stunning lake views to the large kitchen/living area and the primary bedroom. The spacious deck with ample, quality deck furniture was great for enjoying the view and fresh air, and the kitchen had everything we needed and more. Everything seemed very clean and well taken care of. We will definitely look for this home for a future stay in Ithaca.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Lake House Getaway
My adult daughters and I stayed at this beautiful lake house and highly recommend it to families or groups of friends looking for an upscale home with all the amenities. The house is gorgeous! Spacious and beautifully decorated. We loved the huge shower with the bench and skylight, the porch swing, the double kayak, the comfy deck chairs and the kitchen that had everything including a toaster oven, wine fridge, mini drink fridge, blender and coffee maker among other things. Of course being right on the water with a private dock was the bomb. The view from the master bedroom was stunning. Seeing the sunrise laying in a super comfy bed was so relaxing. We loved the layout of the house because we could gather for meals and games comfortably in the large living room but there were plenty of spaces to have individual quiet time as well with the extra downstairs den and two story wraparound deck. The lake is very easy to navigate in the kayaks and canoe provided. We loved how active the lake is with families using a wide variety of boats. It was fun to sit on the dock or deck and watch the fun and the water fowl. So many ducks, gulls and loons! A special bonus was the friendly rooster and chicken couple that visited throughout the day. They were so cute the way they hung out together and roamed around clucking and peeking in the door! 😆 Our host, Carolyn, was super responsive and answered our questions within minutes. Wonderful experience in Ithaca! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This was our 2nd time staying here (the first time in 2020). The location is perfect to both Ithaca and Trumansburg, the updated deck is just gorgeous, and the easy access to the lake with the kayaks and canoe make the stay even more relaxing. We absolutely love it here with the space, sleeping arrangements, and amenities this home has to offer. Thank you again for providing a home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Cornell graduation weekend
Beautiful lake house with everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely long grad weekend
Had a wonderful gathering with our family for graduation weekend. Location was convenient. Kitchen and grill made family meals simple. Loved being able to enjoy lake kayaking. The home was beautiful and we had plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront with character and charm!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed a few nights on the banks of Cayuga Lake, while being very close to Ithaca and surrounding natural areas of interest. We loved the warm wood floors and overall timeless character of the home. Great views of the lake including awesome master bedroom views as well. The outdoor stairs and decking all appeared recently updated and provided good access to the dock and water. We had pretty decent weather to fish a bit off the dock with the kids, but it was too chilly to get out in the lake. Communication with Carolyn was quick and very helpful. The house was very clean and well maintained. Two local spots we enjoyed were Buttermilk Falls and Taughannock Gorge (and we would have loved nearby Watkins Glen had we come when the gorge trail was open). Overall, we all enjoyed it here and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Ithaca
A lot of thought is put into making guests comfortable in this great Ithaca location. This house has everything you need for an awesome stay at the lake. The layout of the house makes the most of the lake views and everything is comfortable and well-maintained. Hope we can go back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend stay
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful house with our family and another family during a ski weekend to Greek Peak. The house had everything we needed and was well stocked, the bedrooms were spacious, and it was very comfortable. The deck and views over the lake are incredible - we hope to be back in the summer to enjoy the warm weather amenities! The property manager was very responsive and kind. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House
Perfect for families who want to be on the lake but still 10 minutes from Ithaca.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Ithaca
Lovely view, lovely sunrises, nice house. The kitchen was well equipped, even with really sharp knives, which seems to be a rarity these days.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
We had such a wonderful time at the lake house. Gorgeous views and so comfortable. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Thanksgiving
We had an absolutely fantastic time over the Thanksgiving holiday. The house was perfect to have our Thanksgiving away from home. We loved every minute and would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thang & Tram N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home with Gorgeous views on the lake!
Very nice home with gorgeous views on the lake. There were paddle boats but we did not use them since it rained on that day. Just some small improvements: 1) add an airfryer 2) provide basic shampoos/body wash in refillable containers that cannot be tamper by guests 3) provide some small towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Lakeview
This was the perfect place for our family while visiting for a wedding. Important to note that this home, as well as many homes along the road, are located a good distance down a sizable hill from the road. And then, if you wish to go down to the lake, there are quite a few more stairs. You will see many cars parked along the road and stairway entrances. So if you have mobility issues, this may not work for you. That said, the stairs are in great repair. The stairs leading from the from down to the lake are brand new. The owner’s communication and descriptions were very prompt and detailed. The home was comfortable and had plenty of space for our family to relax in between activities. We didn’t do much cooking as time wouldn’t allow, but there are so many restaurants around Ithaca college that finding food was not a problem. A simple Google search will find you plenty of outdoor activities like great hiking trails, playgrounds, and water activities. We are not “winery people”, but if you are, you won’t be disappointed! I highly recommend a stay in this home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen H., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was perfect. Definitely lots of steps if you need to park in the upper lot and if you use the lake but we knew that going in. Would definitely recommend and return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carin S., Apex

Liked: Cleanliness
Abundant deck space
This house was perfect for out family vacation. The deck was fabulous with 2 levels to enjoy. We spent many mornings and evenings enjoying the lake view from it. We also enjoyed utilizing the available kayaks and swimming in the lake when we weren’t exploring the area. Would definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyse K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
The house is beautiful! It's right on the water, and it was lovely to sit out on the deck and take in the lake and the scenery. It's within driving distance of downtown Ithaca and within 30 minutes of other attractions around the Finger Lakes. Would highly recommend as a home base to explore the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
My sister and I with kids and husbands stayed just under a week. It was perfect. We never ran out of things to do and will book again for even longer. The updates to the property are beautiful. The living area is spacious and the kitchen had all the appliances and cookware needed. This house is a magical place close to Ithaca and all things must-see Finger Lakes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace on Cayuga Lake and right near town!
We stayed here for a family reunion in Ithaca and the house was beautiful! The large decks with amazing views of the lake were so relaxing and the dock access for early morning paddling was a huge plus. We loved our stay and enjoyed grilling and cooking for our family. The kitchen was very well stocked and the living space was large and comfy! We’d stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cayuga Lakehouse
Lovely setting, lake views from every room, pet-friendly, close to restaurants, parks, waterfalls, Cornell and Ithaca College. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023