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Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca

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A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a lakeside deck. Inside, there is a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a small kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a hanging light fixture.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a bar area, and a window with curtains.
A wooden staircase leading to a stone pathway with a bench and a small garden area.
A lakeside property with a dock, a house with a deck, and a boat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Place, Cayuga Nature Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Ithaca College
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Downstairs northeast BR

1 Double Bed

Downstairs NW BR

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs South bunk BR

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs twin over twin bunk BR

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

Upstairs NE BR

1 King Bed

Upstairs northwest bunk BR

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Laundry Room

Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Taughannock Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of the Earth and Trumansburg Fairgrounds.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Nature Center - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 22 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Cornell University - 26 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 26 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Ithaca College - 29 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sumo Japanese Sushi And Hibachi Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Falls Restaurant & Tavern - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca on 16 May 2027 start from AU$3,815, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic-chic cottage with fantastic lake access, 15 minutes to Ithaca located?

This family-friendly Ithaca cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Nature Center. Taughannock Falls State Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place for a family gathering. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was very family and pet friendly. Any supplies we needed were right there. It’s very close to all activities. The house was very clean and we would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot

Great house and great location. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place on the lake!

We enjoyed the lake house! Bit of a quirky layout but we are most of our meals on the deck which was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cornell reunion spot

Our group of college roommates had great fun staying in Ithaca once again for reunion at this terrific lakeside spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Review

The location was beautiful right on the water. Plenty of rooms for people to sleep. The firewood was great to have there ready to go as we did a bonfire every night. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

Everything was perfect from checking in, communication with Hannah, ample amount of space to hang out and sleep, along with the amazing backyard on Lake Cayuga. I came here for my graduation from Cornell and wanted a lakehouse big enough for my family (~10), and Hannah's house afforded us the perfect weekend. We grilled, had smores from the fire pit, kayaked, and even docked our pontoon rental on the dock. Looking forward to returning here on my next visit to Ithaca!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lakefront cottage

We rented the place for a mini reunion for 12 Cornell grads from the 90’sThe place is well equipped with plenty of bedrooms, a large deck and living space to accommodate everyone in the group. We enjoyed using the provided kayaks and the fire pit at night. The outdoor flat top grill was great for cooking meals for the group. Location 15 min away from Ithaca Commons and Cornell was ideal. I wouldn’t hesitate to rent the place again and is ideal for both adults and families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a fun property. ItIs clearly a family home as there was every amenity and toy one could think of available. It’s located right on the water with a nice yard area and dock. The house was spacious and very clean, the rooms were lovely and we had a ton of room for our very large party. Between fishing, kayaking, cornhole, and just relaxing on the well-appointed seating areas in the house, everyone had something to do. Linens, towels, kitchen utensils and needs were plentiful. There was even lots of wood for the firepit. This is definitely not a high-end, luxury place. It is clearly well lived-in and homey with lots of eclectic stuff. Only one downside, we spent quite some time cleaning up the geese droppings all over the dock and the yard but that was not a huge deal and once cleaned out, they didn’t seem to come back so we didn’t have to do it again during our stay. All in all, this was a perfect property for my family and we all loved it. Cayuga Lake is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation gathering

This is a perfect place for a reunion! We realized the house was a “party house” when we saw the 2 fridges in the boathouse room and the sound/surround with speakers everywhere. But the best thing about this house was the feeling of family. The family left nice old family things which added to the feeling of the place.All ages from a 2 year old to a 75 year old enjoyed the home. we could park 5 cars for the graduation party. Very nice. We had evening campfires. Thank you for the nice wood. Also all the great water equipment which we enjoyed every day. It is a wonderful lake bunk house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely perfect weekend at this lake house! If you’re looking for an ultra-modern hotel vibe, this isn't it—instead, it’s overflowing with character, charm, and a spectacular location.The house was the perfect setup for our three families and kids (ages 9–13) to unplug, relax, and play. We spent almost all of our time outside between the great yard, the deck, and the dock, which offered fantastic fishing right off the edge. The back porch was another unexpected highlight. It holds an absolute treasure trove of everything you could possibly need to enjoy the lake, plus a party fridge and a wine fridge that allowed us to stay well-stocked all weekend. Between the wired-up sound system (inside and out), outdoor games, plenty of seating, fire pit and the kayaks and pedal boat, the kids and adults were entertained for hours. It was exactly the kind of getaway we needed to feed the soul and focus on what’s important. We loved every second!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and well-equipped. The host responded to questions promptly. A pet-friendly, family-friendly spot. Kayaks for both adults and kids. Lots to do in the area. Would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well equipped home on beautiful Lake Cayuga near Ithaca.

We enjoyed the kayaks, the paddleboat, the fire pit, the grill, and the beautiful reflections of both dawn and sunset on the peaceful lake. The house accommodated our six adults and three children. Very homey and well equipped with supplies for needs and fun. Limited bathrooms, but they worked out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside retreat.

Had a perfect weekend. Great house great views. The hosts were great, met us on time and went through everything. The house was equipped with all the items you needed. Close to hiking trails, wineries and falls. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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