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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.

Vintage Designer Flat with Modern Touches
This cozy, updated two bedroom apartment mixes midcentury modern and vintage furniture with an organic, upstate NY vibe. The stylish first floor apartment of a classic Ithaca home, nestled into the highly walkable Fall Creek neighborhood. Just a few short blocks from Ithaca Falls, with easy access to Cornell, Ithaca College, and downtown. We took inspiration from boutique hotels when designing this space, with recently renovated bathroom and kitchen, new appliances, smart TV and luxury linens.

Family Friendly 1890s Italianate - First Floor
Prime Location! This family-friendly home is situated right across from the picturesque Cascadilla Gorge Trail and only 0.4 miles away from downtown Ithaca and restaurants on The Commons. Just down the hill from Cornell University. The home was partially renovated in 2022 and boasts a clean, modern decor throughout. The first floor is furnished with families in mind, providing plenty of space for children to play. Ideal for up to 4 adults or a family of 5. City of Ithaca STR Permit # 25-28

Bespoke Casita Downtown filled with Natural Light
A true oasis downtown, nestled conveniently in the heart of Ithaca's fall creek. This charming space was designed with meticulous attention to detail to make for an unforgettable stay. If you are looking for that “in the neighborhood” feel, this is the place for you! Located on a quaint tree-lined street, surrounded by the best parks, dining, entertainment, and Ithaca's famous Farmers Market on Cayuga Lake. You'll enjoy the vibrancy of downtown living while coming home to a charming abode.

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!

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 Bungalow/Tiny Home, Quiet Escape in City
Unique, cute, bungalow in quiet spot. Walk to Commons, restaurants, shops, entertainment. Near Ithaca College (.8 miles) and Cornell (1.1). Includes livingroom, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen (full stove, refrigerator, microwave), sunroom, clothes washer/dryer. Queen bed, dresser, closet. Deck and patio in the back. Recreation trail (20 miles of paths, creek and falls), entrance from our street. Bus stop on corner. Driveway in front of bungalow is yours! No through traffic, peaceful.

Woodland retreat with hot tub in the Finger Lakes
Nestled in a grove of Norway spruce, your peaceful cabin getaway rests in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Built by a local carpenter (with help from his dog Indiana), the cabin has enough coziness and charm to make any stay special. Hike down to Mill Creek (on the property), grill up some burgers on the gas grill, or lounge in a hot tub beneath the stars. The cabin is 15 minutes to Ithaca / Cornell, has a living room with a Switch + BluRay + HBO, and has satellite wifi (30+ MBPS).

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.

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.

Private apartment with full kitchen (dog friendly)
This apartment is located in the basement of a family home. It is a self-contained private unit with a separate entrance, full kitchen, bathroom with shower and washer/dryer and a living space. The property is fenced and has a pool for use in the summer and a pond with fish to feed. Friendly dogs are welcome (the owners have a friendly beagle-basset who loves to meet other dogs). Please note that we have ducks who free range in the yard.
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Family-friendly vacation rentals
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4.6 Average rating
Cornell University stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests
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- Green Lakes State Park
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- Cayuga Lake State Park
- Song Mountain Resort
- Chittenango Falls State Park
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- Chenango Valley State Park
- Keuka Lake State Park
- Cascadilla Gorge Trail
- Sciencenter
- Clark Reservation State Park
- Fox Run Vineyards
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- Keuka Spring Vineyards
- Standing Stone Vineyards
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