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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.

Sunny and charming apartment. Beautifully located!
Bright and welcoming 1 bed/1 bath apartment with a private entrance. Located 1.5 mi from Cornell University. Next to East Hill Plaza; supermarket, drug store, shopping, dining, gym, gas and wine store are just minutes away. TCAT bus service is one block from the apartment. This non-smoking apartment is well-stocked with all the amenities you need for a comfortable and restful stay. Fully furnished with eat-in kitchen, shower, and a beautiful, sunny bedroom. Parking for one car included.

Cozy Retreat Minutes from Cornell w/ Free Parking
Welcome to 'gorges' Ithaca, and our newly renovated lower-level apartment in the Northeast Ithaca community! Our clean and simply designed apartment is a centrally located place to stay as you explore all that Ithaca has to offer while visiting for pleasure or for business. The one-bedroom apartment has a comfortable queen memory foam mattress. Our open-concept kitchen with an island is equipped with the basics for your cooking needs after a trip to the Farmers Market for fresh produce.

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.

Your Finger Lakes Wineries & Gorges Gem Awaits You
Ithaca named America’s Best Town to Visit in 2025 by CNN. Whether you’re drawn to waterfalls, wineries, or warm community spirit, our modern space awaits your visit. Your space is sunny & quiet with a view. Close to Ithaca College, Cornell, downtown Commons, Cayuga Lake, trails, wineries & breweries. Two miles to IC, 1 mile further to Commons & the foot of Cornell's campus. Your partner can close the bedroom door to rest while you enjoy your patio or couch watching TV!

1890s Italianate | Bright & Spacious 2 BR Upstairs
Prime location. This beautifully designed modern home sits directly across from the scenic Cascadilla Gorge Trail and just a short 0.4-mile walk to the restaurants, shops, and vibrant energy of The Commons. Conveniently located near Cornell University, it offers both charm and accessibility. Inside, enjoy bright, clean spaces with stylish modern furnishings in this thoughtfully updated upper unit of a historic 1890s Italianate duplex. City of Ithaca Permit #25-26

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.

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.

Coyglen Air BnB
Beautiful, quiet, country setting overlooking Buttermilk Falls that is only minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Ithaca College. We are located at the southern end of Cayuga Lake, near Trumansburg, Newfield, and at the beginning of the Finger Lakes Wine Trail. We are close to local state parks, waterfalls, hiking trails, entertainment, and shopping areas.

Great Downtown Location! Quiet Apartment
Enjoy this sweet little modern apartmen just a 5 minute walk to the Ithaca Commons, most restaurants, and the main bus stop. Brand new furnishings include a queen sized bed and full-sized pull-out couch. Open living room / full kitchen stocked with the cookware you need! Bathroom with stand-up shower. Very quiet, away from street noise. Come enjoy!

The Overlook at Ithaca | Lakeview | Stair Access
The Overlook at Ithaca is a modern one-bedroom guest house perched above Cayuga Lake, offering sweeping views, cathedral ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes and a chef’s kitchen, this elevated retreat is ideal for guests seeking a quiet, refined stay close to wineries, dining, and Ithaca’s iconic landmarks.

Soothing studio apt 2 miles to town
Our comfortable apartment with complete kitchen has plenty of room to spread out. Fully accessible. Laundry. Only 2 miles from downtown Ithaca, private wooded path to EcoVillage, easy drive to colleges, state parks and wineries. Light breakfast items provided for first morning: fruit, baked goods, coffee, tea.
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Apartment rentals with air conditioning

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Destinations to explore
- Greek Peak Mountain Resort
- Green Lakes State Park
- Watkins Glen State Park
- Syracuse University
- Taughannock Falls State Park
- Keuka Lake State Park
- Chittenango Falls State Park
- Chenango Valley State Park
- Watkins Glen International
- Cascadilla Gorge Trail
- Keuka Spring Vineyards
- Finger Lakes
- Sciencenter
- Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
- New York State Fairgrounds
- Fox Run Vineyards
- Buttermilk Falls State Park
- Destiny Usa
- Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
- State Theatre of Ithaca
- Onondaga Lake Park
- Del Lago Resort & Casino
- JMA Wireless Dome
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo




