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The Timber Garden Cottage

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Place, Museum of the Earth
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cayuga Nature Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Large loft

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Timber Garden Cottage

This entire stunning home is waiting for you! It has classic timber frame construction boasting large beautiful wood beams, lots of light, and a rustic feel. Both spacious and cozy at the same time!

This unique converted space is the former home of a plant nursery and my bakery! It was converted to a year round home a few years ago, so its beautiful with a few quirks... like two ovens, exit signs, and lots of baking supplies! This is a peaceful space that has been loved and thoughtfully curated. I hope you enjoy!

All parts of the home will be available to you during your stay, except for the storage rooms …which are less than exciting anyway!

Located centrally to all things Ithaca,
7-10 mins drive to downtown, 15 mins to both Cornell and Ithaca College, and a few miles to Taughannock State Park, the beginning of the Cayuga Wine trail, and Trumansburg. This cottage puts you close to all things Ithaca!

** New bathroom renovation completed Jan 2022!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2060706vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ithaca

Ithaca is home to this holiday home. Kitchen Theater and State Theatre of Ithaca are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newman Arena, or consider a night out at Dutch Harvest Farm.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Museum of the Earth - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Cayuga Nature Center - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Hangar Theatre - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Allan H. Treman State Marine Park - 7 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Petes Gas Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eta Pie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Boatyard Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Timber Garden Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Timber Garden Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Timber Garden Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Timber Garden Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Timber Garden Cottage located?

Situated in Ithaca, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Museum of the Earth, Cayuga Medical Center and Cayuga Nature Center. Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 57 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really liked the place and enjoyed our stay. There was plenty of room for a couples getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here. Very clean, comfortable and well stocked. Easy communication and no issues with either stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here. Every detail was considered. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

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

Ithaca is Gorges

Close to parks and restaurants and shopping and just a pretty place to spend some time. Perfect for a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place and we enjoyed our stay! Close to all the things we wanted to see and do! We did a lot in Ithaca and the west side of Cayuga Lake and the east side of Seneca Lake. Very cozy house and I loved all the plants! Thank you! My only complaint is- the lighting in the bathroom is not good at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great place

Audra’s communication was excellent. This was a great home base for me and my wife on our honeymoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. It was cooled by two portable AC units. Lots of space
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali G.

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

Lovely cottage in excellent location

Fairy-Tale cottage, tastefully decorated inside and out, close to Ithaca and Cornell University. Would not hesitate to stay there again. Host was also lovely and super-responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

great weekend get away

This property is located outside of Ithaca for a quieter vibe yet within a 5-10 minute drive from Cayuga Lake and downtown. It was easy to navigate, great communication, and perfect for a girls getaway weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn D.

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

Highly recommend!

Beautiful property, very easy checkin and the communication with the owner was great. Very close to town but far enough out where there isn’t a lot of commotion.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ally C.

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

Wonderful!

This cottage was perfect for our stay. Close to downtown and waterfalls. It had every accommodation we needed. Super pleased and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee U.

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

Labor Day Weekend

This was acquaint, cute and comfortable house! It was far enough out of Ithaca for peace and quiet yet very convenient to get to attractions and get necessary items. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

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

Great Place to stay!!

Great communication with the property manager. The place is so lovely and cozy. We didn't want to leave. I would definitely recommend it to others!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

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

Lovely property and host!

We loved staying at the Timber Garden Cottage. It's beautiful and just a few minutes' drive from Ithaca. Communication with the host was fantastic. We hope to come back soon. : )
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay at the Timber Garden Cottage It was close enough to downtown but too close. We loved being in the quiet outside of the downtown but loved we could fry to it easily. We will absolutely rent again when we go up to see our student.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby M.

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

Great Place!

Property is just as described. Very clean, easy ride to downtown Ithaca. No issues at all. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

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

Perfect

The cottage was even cuter in person. I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend and will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chenoa M.

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

Adorable and functional

Super cute and somehow feels private even though it is along a busy road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna P.

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

Cute, Clean, and Comfy!

We enjoyed our stay at Timber Garden Cottage. It was the perfect location for all the sightseeing we wanted to do, including Buttermilk Falls State Park, Robert H. Treman State Park, Taughannok State Park, the Sheldrake Winery, and the Fingerlakes Cider House. The cottage is thoughtfully decorated, cute, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary M.

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

Nice House just outside of Ithaca

This was a bakery and greenhouse business turned small cottage for 2-3 people. Just outside of Ithaca, not far from everything Ithaca has to offer. Beautiful windows and woodwork inside, with a nice loft area for sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy S.

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

Awesome location!

This property is so centrally located! It's close to Ithaca proper as well as all the beautiful hiking areas. We were able to snowshoe at Buttermilk Falls, as well as hike to the falls at Taughannock State Park in one day! The place is bright and cheery and the host's responses were always prompt! We'd definitely would come back during Spring or Summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second most enjoyable stay at the Timber Garden Cottage and it won't be our last. This well-appointed place is away from it all, yet conveniently close to anything you'd like to do in Ithaca, Seneca Falls or Aurora. You'll find everything as pictured & described in the listing. There's a library of books to choose from should it rain. Outside there's a table & chairs where you can watch the sun rise with a cup of tea. Later in the day there's a firepit & charcoal grill to use should you choose. Audra has done an excellent job curating a peaceful retreat where we we've been able to refresh & recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia D.

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

Cozy & Comfy

Over all we loved the rental! We slept well after we hiked 3 water falls, and visited both Ithaca and Watkins Glen. Several items could have better .... such as a Keurig with coffee cups instead of the "French Press" coffee. All & all we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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

Cozy Getaway

My spouse and I stayed here for 2 nights to celebrate my birthday. The cottage was very cozy and we loved the post and beam interior and its unique decor. It is located on a busy road, but we really didn't notice the traffic noise while inside. It is conveniently close to Ithaca where we dined at the Ithaca Bakery (would recommend visiting there) and the Moosewood Restaurant, which we thoroughly enjoyed. The cottage is also very close to many beautiful waterfalls which we visited. All in all, a great place to visit and a really nice cottage to enjoy after our outings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

A beautiful stay

We had a wonderful time. The house is beautifully crafted and spacious. We enjoyed the outdoor patio next to the gardens with a glass of wine. The location is perfect - close to downtown Ithaca, but far enough away that you don't know its there. Close to the lake and many wineries and breweries. We had a nice time at Bet the Farm Winery, which is just a skip down the side road. We also enjoyed Knapp Winery, Goose Watch Winery, Liquid State Brewery, Buttermilk Falls and Taghaunick Falls. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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