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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.

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!

1875 Renovated Schoolhouse in the Finger Lakes!
Explore the Finger Lakes and make this renovated schoolhouse as your basecamp. Nestled atop a hill on 2.5 acres, with absolutely stunning views with surroundings that are peaceful and private. A perfect escape for couples and friends, you're within minutes of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, the famously gorgeous Watkins Glen State Park, and the renowned Watkins Glen International Racetrack. Want to simply relax and rejuvenate at the FLX Schoolhouse? It's the perfect retreat to do that too!

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

Ithaca Music-lovers Barn
The barn is a cozy and unique space, situated on 27 acres of meadow and forest with a pond for swimming, fishing, and ice skating, depending on the season. There is no highway noise on the dirt road, and the stars shine brightly on clear nights, giving the place a true country feel, yet it’s still only a five minute drive from downtown Ithaca, Ithaca College, and Cornell University. Feel free to enjoy and play our piano, any stringed instruments, and extensive record collection!

The Barn Manor with Manners: Barndo with Love!
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.

Private Scenic Retreat
The entire place is yours to enjoy! Our guest house is located on a dead-end road five minutes from the town of Newark Valley and only 30 minutes from Binghamton, Cortland, and Ithaca Included is a kitchen with open common area, two bedrooms, full bath and washer/dryer within living area. A farm setting is viewable from the common area and attached deck. There is a 2 acre pond and miles of scenic trails spread over 250+ acres, with sights as far as Pennsylvania!
Popular amenities for house rentals near Cornell University
House rentals with a pool

Hazlitt Winery Poolhouse

Private Cottage with Pool Between the Lakes

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

Luxurious 3Bdrm with indoor heated Pool year round

Comfy Ranch House 3BR/2BA

Free Early check-in All October • Hot Tub

Beemans home on the hill.

Finch House & Garden, Richford, Finger Lakes
Weekly house rentals

Modern Home with Amazing Valley Views

One Bedroom Private Unit .3 Miles from Commons

Vintage Charmer Waterfall views! sleeps 5!

Picturesque, Rural Ithaca; just 7min from downtown

1800s Post Office Turned Luxury Couples Getaway

Lakefront Perfect For Familiy, Wineries, Colleges

Charming Cayuga Lake Front Cottage

Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown
Private house rentals

*New* On Seneca Wine Trail | King+Bunks | Fire Pit

Family-Friendly Retreat near Cornell & Downtown

Gorgeous historic inn in downtown Ithaca

Twin Ferns! Your English garden getaway!

Hot Tub! Close To Cornell, Ithaca College,Commons!

Posh wine country saltbox near Cornell, IC

Downtown Ithaca New Build – Award-Winning Stay

Villa Aveline • The Atrium
Pet-friendly house rentals

Country Tucked Inn, with pond Sauna woods hunting.

The Milk House

Custom Finger Lakes home near Ithaca with hot tub

Gunderman Farm, Quiet, Dog Friendly, Fire pit,

Hidden Hideaway

Modern Forest Retreat Close to Ithaca/Watkins Glen

Cozy cottage sleeps 4 near Watkins Glen Racetrack!

Roomy Pet-Friendly Retreat: Bring the Whole Pack!
Destinations to explore
- Green Lakes State Park
- Watkins Glen State Park
- Greek Peak Mountain Resort
- Taughannock Falls State Park
- Cayuga Lake State Park
- Chittenango Falls State Park
- Song Mountain Resort
- Watkins Glen International
- Salt Springs State Park
- Keuka Lake State Park
- Chenango Valley State Park
- Cascadilla Gorge Trail
- Sciencenter
- Clark Reservation State Park
- Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
- Standing Stone Vineyards
- Bet the Farm Winery
- Keuka Spring Vineyards
- Six Mile Creek Vineyard
- Fox Run Vineyards
- Hunt Country Vineyards