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Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits

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Living room with two walls of windows.
The eat-in kitchen has sliding glass doors to the deck for easy exterior dining.
Lake views from the kitchen
Kitchen appliances include fridge, gas stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal etc.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Ithaca Commons
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits

Beautiful three-bedroom single-family home located in the Town of Ithaca. We are only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca, but it is a world apart. Private lot with private dock and private swimming and grass area down by the lake. We have two kayaks, a canoe and a fire pit on the property. We keep the house clean and update and renovate the house regularly. Our house electricity is solar, powered by Solar Farms, New York.

We now have a master bathroom and two full bathrooms!!

A great location to visit Cornell University, Ithaca College, The Ithaca Farmer's Market, The Ithaca Commons and the Finger Lakes Wineries. Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls and Treman State Park are all nearby. Easy boat entry at Treman Marina, one mile down the road.

This is fun kitchen to cook in since you are lakeside. Kitchen has sliding glass doors to large lakeside deck. Cherry floors, granite countertops, pendant lights, dishwasher, garbage disposal, oversized fridge, eat-in table with seating for seven. Gorgeous views from almost every room, including 8 windows in the living room, 3 in the master bedroom, 3 windows and a three paneled sliding glass door in the kitchen and a 6 bay window and large picture windows in the downstairs bedroom. The house is renovated and modern. Hardwood floors and beautiful finishing touches everywhere. All kitchen items (pots, pans, plates), sheets, blankets and towels are provided.

Bedrooms: Master w/ fantastic views of Cornell and King Bed. This room has an attached master bathroom with a shower. The downstairs bedroom is the Bay Window Room. This room has fantastic views of the lake, a queen bed, and is near the downstairs bathroom. The second upstairs bedroom has a skylight and two twin beds.

Pet Policy: We allow pets because we love our dogs and they love to travel with us. This is a great place for dogs, not only because they can go swimming, but because the deck and grass are all fenced in. You can let the dog out from the kitchen without even leaving the house. You must clean up after your pet, of course. We charge only a $30 fee for dogs that we spend on end of the year professional carpet cleaners. Note: If your dog is elderly then this might not be a great house with all the steps.

Cleaning:
House is professionally cleaned between tenants. Cleaners provide the beds made with clean sheets.

Who Can Rent:
It is a quiet area and is not appropriate for loud/late-night parties. We do not allow additional guests.

Our property is steep. There is a long stair case to the house from the driveway. All tenants and guests must be able to navigate stair with ease. Unfortunately it is not handicapped accessible.

Winter: Our house is a real year-round house and you can set the thermostat to whatever is comfortable. We usually do not plow or shovel the lower driver in winter since it is pretty steep. Winter tenants will have to walk from the upper parking (or even from the road in serious snow) to the house.

Keywords: Fingerlakes, Lakefront, Beach, Dock, Deck, Ithaca, Cayuga Lake, Waterfront, Private, House, Pet Friendly, Kayak, Firepit, Canoe, Cornell, Ithaca, Wineries

Property manager

Carolyn Greenwald
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Strict supervision required
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Clean up after your pet/pay for damage
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No additional guests are allowed on the premises (other than the guests listed in the booking) without express written permission of the host.
Tenants may be bring up to two cars. Cars must be parked on 889 property only.
All outdoor music must be at a volume that cannot be heard by the neighboring properties.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Puddledockers, or check out an event or a game at Newman Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Ithaca College - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Cornell University - 10 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purity Ice Cream Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Liquid State Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The BoatYard Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northstar House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits located?

This family-friendly Ithaca vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Allan H. Treman State Marine Park. Hangar Theatre and Ithaca Dog Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kun-Lin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impeccably clean with amazing views

We had the most amazing stay at Carolyn's place. She left us a place so clean that we all felt comfortable walking around the house without shoes. I have stayed at numerous rentals and this was the cleanest i have ever experienced. The views were gorgeous, with the bonus being that you can see the Cornell campus from here. Easy access to all things Ithaca, wifi was fast, and kitchen was well appointed. We did not go in the lake but we did enjoy some r and r on the dock. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake views

Our stay was wonderful! NY in the fall is some serious competition…. Views of the lake were perfect, ample space for 6 adults, super close to town and scenic areas. Would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting some great views and a peaceful vacation experience. Host was very communicative and gave great direction.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Family Vacation

We had a great week and loved all of the beautiful lake views from the house. It was great to have a dock to keep our rental pontoon boat at. Our family of six all had plenty of room to relax, as well as our dogs. The location was great! Close to town, Watkins Glen, and plenty of wineries.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakefront home

Carolyn and Adam's lakefront house was a pleasure to stay at. The house was clean, airy and comfortable. The view from the living room and deck was stunning. The property at lake level offered more seating, a dock and the use of the canoe and kayak. The kitchen was well stocked with a view of the lake from there also. The downstairs spa tub was very relaxing and the new upstairs bathroom was a nice addition. Overall our stay was very enjoyable and we would recommend the house to anyone to have a relaxing stay with a great view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

J's birthday celebration

Super clean and comfortable. There were 6 adults and we were very comfortable and felt very at home. Spent time on the deck playing games in the evening. Enjoyed watching sunsets and sunrises over the lake. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scenic Lakeside Home

A comfortably renovated property with an amazing view of the lake. Access to canoes and kayaks was an added benefit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lake house with fantastic views

Our Family ( 2 Adults, 2 kids and 3 Corgis) enjoyed the stay at this lakeside home. The house and property are well maintained, we would recommend this house and plan to stay again in the near future. Great fishing for the kids off the dock!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lakefront Home

Our family had a wonderful stay at this property. Thank you for sharing your home and especially for allowing our dog to vacation with her family. Place is clean and well stocked. Loved the dock and the grassy yard. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karleigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

We had a fantastic time in Ithaca and we're so lucky to stay in this house. It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway with stunning views and endless activities

This was a perfect place for our family to stay! The house is beautifully located and designed, offering stunning views from every room. The backyard was absolutely amazing! We were able to BBQ and dine on the deck while soaking in the breathtaking lake view. The provided kayaks and canoes allowed us to enjoy the lake to the fullest. The fire pit is a delightful addition, where we enjoyed hot dogs and s'mores. My son had a blast fishing off the deck, catching numerous fish. Our dogs loved playing in the yard and lake. We can't wait to return. We had the most incredible time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

We had a great time. The home was great, and waking up to the sun on the lake each morning was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

We had such a great stay! The fenced in yard was great for our dog to enjoy being outside with us!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

My husband, dog and I stayed for two weeks and had a fantastic time. The home was perfect for us to get a feel for the area, see the snow, and visit the wineries, find good restaurants, and of course take the waterfall hikes. The owners were responsive to our questions about house and area. Our dog loved having the freedom in the yard. Great central location. Thank you.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet peaceful lakefront getaway

The property was just as described- very well maintained and beautiful panoramic views of the lake. It was quiet and peaceful and just as described in the listing. It was a great location to relax and a great location being 5-10 minutes from Downtown Ithaca restaurants, Taughanock Falls and Buttermilk.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surrounded by Gorgeous fall colors on Cayuga Lake

Beautiful location. Just the right time to view fall colors while exploring waterfalls on numerous hiking trails and driving peaceful country roads. Tons of wineries and distilleries to visit plus downtown Ithaca with great restaurants and eateries. Our VRBO host was wonderful and the house had everything you could need! Beautiful clear water and open skies to view from the large deck, the dock, or by the fire pit at night. The one drawback named by several others is the tricky driveway—best to have four-wheel drive and steely nerves.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing lake retreat

Great house right on the lake, plenty of room, nice yard area for kids + dogs. Kayaking and fishing right off the dock area. Plenty to do nearby including waterfalls, farmers market, wineries and a short ride in to Ithaca.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Enjoyed this property, view and location. Close to grocery stores and wineries, and being near the end of the lake it was private and had little boat traffic. House was clean and we were satisfied with our week spent at this property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen M., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake Vacation!

We had a wonderful time! The property was very welcoming and well equipped with all our needs! Carolyn was very attentive to our questions and needs (especially when we locked ourselves out!). We loved the ability to bring our dog too. He loved the dock as much as us! Thank you for sharing your home with us! Montani Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home with amazing views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home with its amazing views of the lake! We loved spending our time swimming, kayaking/canoeing, grilling, and relaxing in the hammock or by the fire. And it’s so close to the many beautiful waterfalls! We will definitely miss this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a Getaway

The view from the living room is fantastic and it is well maintained and clean. Three bedrooms gave us a lot of space but we had to share one bathroom. We managed. The location is between Ithaca and some beautiful state parks so the location is pretty close to perfect. We wished we had more time to enjoy the dock on the lake. Kitchen was well equipped with all we needed. Beds were clean and comfortable. If there was an item of concern it was the driveway. Very steep and hard to navigate onto the main road. Wouldn't want to be there with snow. Note, however, the current owners really have no control over this.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Views and Lovely Property Near Everything

This was a wonderful property near everything--waterfalls, Cornell, restaurants, all are a short drive away. The owner was also very responsive. I can't say enough good things about the property. It's good to know that the driveways are tricky--and steep. I have a mini-cooper and next time I stay I'll rent a car to come! But I certainly hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moira H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ithaca Lake House

Beautiful location with spectacular lake views. Nicely updated kitchen. Be ready for steps!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Teachers’ Getaway Weekend

We had a wonderful time and the views were to die for. Everything we needed was there up to the drip coffee pot. The house was close to hiking trails and wineries and it was nice to come back, relax, and use the canoe and kayak. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful view and great place to relax and rest. The home is warm and cozy. Because of the steepness of the hill the stairs feel like a lot but if you plan on not doing too much for the day it’s not a problem. So just plan not to bring too much stuff that requires lots of ups and downs. The faucet is short so it is too close to the back of the sink when washing hands. Hopefully when they update they get a long faucet. Overall no complaints , and hope other visitors take good care of the home when visiting so others can enjoy again and again. It’s one of those homes that makes you feel like you’re in a hallmark movie.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memories on the Lake

We had a magical stay at this property. My husband, kids (ranging in ages from 8-14), and I made many wonderful memories at the house. The driveway is indeed steep, but manageable. The steps down are a great excuse to have an extra scoop of ice cream at the end of the day! Thanks so much for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Greenwald

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We are a family of five living in Ithaca New York. This was where Carolyn and Adam lived when we were first married. We enjoy hosting because we love sharing our home with travelers. Everyone is so excited to see the lake for the first time. We work hard to maintain the home as if we still lived there. We are always updating and renovating it. In 2025 we finally constructed new parking close to the house and a less steep driveway (its still pretty steep but its much better!). In 2024 we added a second bathroom (not sure why it took 20 years to think of that one!) We are always updating appliances, linens and everything else to keep the house in tip top condition.

Why they chose this property

Ithaca is a fantastic vacation spot. It is located on beautiful Cayuga Lake, the longest and deepest of the finger lakes. You can boat, dock, fish or swim right off our dock. Ithaca has three amazing state parks with fantastic hikes, amazing views and great swimming, with Taughannock Park just up the road. Ithaca is directly on the finger lakes wine trail and many wonderful wineries are nearby. There are many top quality restaurants and plenty of places to grab a quick bite. If you stay at our house, you will have easy access to Taughannock Park, Cass Park, the Hanger Theater, downtown and to Wegmans (a top supermarket), so you won't have to spend a lot of time in the car. There is also a wonderful farmer's market in Ithaca with music, good produce and a great community vibe. In other words, you can relax and do nothing but stare at nature or partake easily in many outdoor activities, it will be up to you.

What makes this property unique

The house has several wonderful features. First and foremost is the location. You are directly on the lake. You can swim. You can boat. You can jump in the lake off the dock. You can sit on the deck and relax. At the same time, we are just 1.5 miles from shops and downtown Ithaca. You have all the benefits of the lake and wine country without having to drive 25 minutes to the supermarket. My next favorite feature of the house is the sliding doors in the kitchen. You can eat outside on the deck just as easily as you can eat inside at the kitchen table. As soon as we put in those doors, we had breakfast outside every day for months. It is wonderful. The next best feature of the house is the lakeside deck. It is a great place to sit and relax or BBQ or have a cool drink.

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