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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.

Steps to the Lake: near campus, Marina & wineries
Welcome to your spacious Cayuga Lake retreat with many gathering places, both inside and out! The quiet backyard borders a waterfront park and is a short walk from a marina, swimming area, fishing creek, trails & kayak rentals. The architecturally designed king bed master suite is truly an oasis. Enjoy evening strolls and sunsets along the Lake or relax around the fire pit. This peaceful, scenic location provides a convenient base to explore Ithaca (15 mins) & all the Finger Lakes have to offer

Luxury Suite | Walk to Commons | Free Parking | NY
Welcome to our beautifully renovated downstairs apartment, where modern comfort meets local charm. This stylish space features high-end furniture, local artwork, and custom lighting. Enjoy two spacious bedrooms, a luxurious bathroom with a soaking tub, and a gourmet kitchen with solid cherry cabinets. Eco-friendly touches and rare downtown parking add to the convenience. Just steps from the Commons, it’s the perfect home base. Book now for a stylish, sustainable stay—we can’t wait to host you!

Beautiful Lake Front Living!
Lake front living! Enjoy coffee on the expansive deck, jump off the dock for a swim, or take the paddleboard for a ride. Watch the stunning sunset every night. Convenient Ithaca location, directly on Cayuga Lake. This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Ithaca College. AC mini-splits in each of the 3 bedrooms (no AC downstairs). Kayaks and paddleboard available for use. Explore all that the Finger Lakes Region has to offer. We look forward to your stay!

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!

1800s Post Office Turned Luxury Couples Getaway
Welcome to 1800 House, a post office turned modern vintage oasis, minutes from the Finger Lakes wine trail. With wide-plank floors, vintage art, a newly renovated chef's kitchen, this second floor home brims with romance and soul. Perfect for a couples getaway or vacation with friends, guests can relax in the clawfoot tub, sleep soundly in the plush, hotel-style bed, and explore the Finger Lakes wine trail. Experience old-world charm with modern luxury in this truly one-of-a-kind listing.

Modern and Charming 3Bd/2B Steps Away From Campus
A gorgeous, newly updated 3 bedroom home located minutes away from IC, the Commons, S. Hill Rec trail & Cornell. The home is in a college neighborhood & can get a little rambunctious on weekends, although the deer who visit daily don't mind. Outdoor space includes a small 4 person hot tub, inside beautiful hardwood floors, and a luxury chef's kitchen are just a few highlights of this gem! A quick drive to all points of interest, including wineries, schools, parks, restaurants, and more!

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

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.

Spacious, Central with Chef Kitchen & Grand Piano
First floor flat in historic Italianate home. Renovated with love. Gorgeous kitchen, sunroom, free parking, garden. Very central, near restaurants, shops and parks. 1,900 sq. ft. Contact host re 4th bedroom (has own separate entrance; is separable from rest of apt). It is almost always available. The sunroom has a grand piano, waiting to be played. The open kitchen has marble countertops, a brick chimney and a six-burner stove. We left you wine, beer and chocolate. Enjoy!

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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1875 Renovated Schoolhouse in the Finger Lakes!

Sun filled and cozy family-friendly home!

Twin Ferns! Your English garden getaway!

Perfect for Couples and Families

Tree House in Town

Downtown Ithaca New Build – Award-Winning Stay

10 min to Ithaca•Green Retreat•Infrared Sauna

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Lakefront Perfect For Familiy, Wineries, Colleges
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Destinations to explore
- Greek Peak Mountain Resort
- Green Lakes State Park
- Watkins Glen State Park
- Taughannock Falls State Park
- Syracuse University
- Chenango Valley State Park
- Chittenango Falls State Park
- Keuka Lake State Park
- Watkins Glen International
- Cascadilla Gorge Trail
- Women's Rights National Historical Park
- Sciencenter
- Keuka Spring Vineyards
- Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
- Fox Run Vineyards
- Finger Lakes
- State Theatre of Ithaca
- Destiny Usa
- Ithaca Farmers Market
- Six Mile Creek Vineyard
- Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
- Wiemer Vineyard Hermann J
- Del Lago Resort & Casino
- Finger Lakes Welcome Center




