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Stargazing Retreat Between Ithaca & Cortland: Hot Tub, Pickleball & Fire Pit
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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10 185.8 sq m
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Groton, NY
- Cornell University20 min drive
- Ithaca Commons23 min drive
- Ithaca College24 min drive
- Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Stargazing Retreat Between Ithaca & Cortland: Hot Tub, Pickleball & Fire Pit
Deer Crossing Farmhouse is the perfect retreat for friend groups and multigenerational families! With a first-floor bedroom and bathroom, plus a cozy second living room upstairs for extra space, it’s an ideal home base for your Finger Lakes adventures. Whether it's a girls’ weekend, friends' reunion, or family vacation, you'll be close to Ithaca, Cornell, Greek Peak, state parks, waterfalls, wineries, and breweries...everything the Finger Lakes has to offer! Centrally located, just 15 mins to Ithaca & 10 mins to Cortland.
A little more about the space:
FUN BACKYARD
The house sits on 2 acres! Our backyard has something for everyone in your group! Amenities include:
✴Pickleball and basketball court (available seasonally)
✴Open-air barn with a bar & plenty of games...cornhole, darts, ring hook to name a few.
✴Firepit with Adirondak chairs. Plenty of firewood too!
✴Gas grill
✴Hot tub (Seats 6)
KITCHEN
✴Seating for 10
✴Wine fridge
✴Coffee bar with Keurig and drip coffee machine with K-cups & tea bags
✴Washer/dryer. Laundry detergent available for guest use
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM
✴65" smart television with a “guest access” enabled Roku for you to log into your own streaming accounts.
✴Have flashbacks to your childhood while playing Nintendo with your favorite games from the 80's and 90's
✴Karaoke machine
*✴Card & board games
4 BEDROOMS plus BONUS AREA
Our four bedrooms feel like home, from luxury mattresses with cotton linens. Windows in each room let in natural light, while room darkening shades and sound machines help to ensure a restful sleep. You’ll also find toss pillows, throws, and mirrors in each room.
✴Bedroom 1 - Queen bed (main floor - off of the living room)
✴Bedroom 2 - Full bed (upstairs - top of the stairs)
✴Bedroom 3 - 2 Twin beds (upstairs - across from bedroom 2)
✴Bedroom 4 - King bed (upstairs - across from bathroom)
✴Bonus Area - upstairs (queen sized sleeper sofa)
Our bedrooms comfortably sleep 8 and our queen sleeper sofa on the 2nd floor provides sleeping space for 2 more.
2 BATHROOMS
✴Main Floor Bathroom: shower/tub combo and LED frameless mirror
✴Upstairs Bathroom: shower and a double vanity
✴Shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided
A little more about the space:
FUN BACKYARD
The house sits on 2 acres! Our backyard has something for everyone in your group! Amenities include:
✴Pickleball and basketball court (available seasonally)
✴Open-air barn with a bar & plenty of games...cornhole, darts, ring hook to name a few.
✴Firepit with Adirondak chairs. Plenty of firewood too!
✴Gas grill
✴Hot tub (Seats 6)
KITCHEN
✴Seating for 10
✴Wine fridge
✴Coffee bar with Keurig and drip coffee machine with K-cups & tea bags
✴Washer/dryer. Laundry detergent available for guest use
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM
✴65" smart television with a “guest access” enabled Roku for you to log into your own streaming accounts.
✴Have flashbacks to your childhood while playing Nintendo with your favorite games from the 80's and 90's
✴Karaoke machine
*✴Card & board games
4 BEDROOMS plus BONUS AREA
Our four bedrooms feel like home, from luxury mattresses with cotton linens. Windows in each room let in natural light, while room darkening shades and sound machines help to ensure a restful sleep. You’ll also find toss pillows, throws, and mirrors in each room.
✴Bedroom 1 - Queen bed (main floor - off of the living room)
✴Bedroom 2 - Full bed (upstairs - top of the stairs)
✴Bedroom 3 - 2 Twin beds (upstairs - across from bedroom 2)
✴Bedroom 4 - King bed (upstairs - across from bathroom)
✴Bonus Area - upstairs (queen sized sleeper sofa)
Our bedrooms comfortably sleep 8 and our queen sleeper sofa on the 2nd floor provides sleeping space for 2 more.
2 BATHROOMS
✴Main Floor Bathroom: shower/tub combo and LED frameless mirror
✴Upstairs Bathroom: shower and a double vanity
✴Shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Groton
Groton is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Robert J. Kane Sports Complex or Reis Tennis Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

Groton, NY
What's nearby
- Cornell University - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
- Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 21 min drive - 22.0 km
- Ithaca Commons - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
- Ithaca College - 24 min drive - 25.2 km
- Buttermilk Falls State Park - 26 min drive - 25.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dandy Mini Mart - 6 min drive
- Dunkin' - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Mirabito - 11 min drive
- Dryden VFW - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Deirdre Carolan

We live in the Hudson Valley with our two kids, but love to visit the Ithaca area! We are drawn to the Finger Lakes region for different reasons...my husband graduated from Cornell while the countryside outside of Ithaca reminds me of Ireland where I spend many summers as a child visiting family. When in the area with our kids, we spend time at the lake, visiting state parks, bike riding, fly fishing, skiing and snowshoeing.
Why they chose this property
We instantly fell in love with this house and its expansive yard, and we truly hope you’ll feel the same! The location is perfect for us—just 10 minutes to Cayuga Lake for summer activities, 15 minutes to Ithaca and Cornell, 20 minutes to Taughannock State Park where we enjoy hiking, swimming, and the playground, and 20 minutes to Greek Peak for skiing in the winter, or the waterpark and adventure center year-round. Our goal was to create a space where you can unwind after a day of exploring or simply spend the entire day relaxing and enjoying the property. It’s the perfect spot to make lasting memories, whether you’re here for adventure or relaxation!
What makes this property unique
This house is a destination within itself! From the pickleball/basketball court to the hot tub and firepit, there is a place to play or relax for everyone in your group!
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