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Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
A single-story house with a front deck, a garage, and a driveway.
A living room with a blue sectional sofa, a patterned rug, and a black dog lying on the rug.
A living room with a blue sectional sofa, a patterned rug, and a black dog lying on the rug.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a telescope.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Place, Hillendale Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Earth
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, EcoVillage at Ithaca
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown



Welcome to our family-friendly retreat in the heart of the Finger Lakes Wine Region!

Our spacious 3BR/2BA home is the perfect retreat for families with young children. Forget packing extra gear – we provide everything from a stroller to a crib and even a baby gate. Your little ones will be entertained with our toddler toys and books.

For the wine-loving parents, indulge in the nearby wineries. Outdoor enthusiasts will love exploring the natural beauty of the area. And yes, we're dog-friendly!

** Please note that our home is simpler and more dated than most of the available listings. Because of this we did our best to have it reflected in the nightly rate. We hope you book with us but before doing please re-review the photos to ensure you’re satisfied with the house as is. Lastly, the master bathroom jacuzzi isn’t working, hence why we don’t have it listed as an amenity. Thank you. **

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3901065vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ithaca

Ithaca is home to this holiday home. The History Center and Newfield Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of the Earth and EcoVillage at Ithaca. Consider Schoellkopf Field for a night out or Puddledockers if you're travelling with kids.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Hillendale Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Museum of the Earth - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • EcoVillage at Ithaca - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hangar Theatre - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cayuga Lake - 11 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Beer Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family & Pet Friendly Home: 10 Min to Downtown located?

This family-friendly Ithaca holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hillendale Golf Course, Museum of the Earth and Cayuga Medical Center. EcoVillage at Ithaca and Puddledockers are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a peaceful stay we had during our trip only downfalls were there were shotgun shells in the driveway looked like a bullet hole through the front door. The wifi did go out for almost an entire day and there was nothing in the listing about an up charge for have 2 dogs instead if 1 but we still paid the 50 fee. Aside from those concerns it was a perfect stay for our hiking trip we had with our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thanks for the review. I will have to speak to my cleaning team about the driveway. I’m very doubtful those are shotgun shells as we don’t own guns. And I can certainly confirm we do not have a bullet hole on the front door. That’s quite a statement.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! The beds were comfy, the kitchen was well equipped and the location was and easy base for all our adventures and visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a wedding and the location was excellent Anything we may have needed was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Home was consistent with listing and had all we needed. Conveniently located to all that drew us to the area. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The great stay

Quiet neighborhood. Easy drive to Ithica
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Everything went smooth as far as, checking in, however, this place was very UNCOMFORTABLE. For the space of this home, it would have been nice to have a couch that fit adults. Very small for the space that could handle something mroe. The owner should remove all personal items within the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pamela, the property manager was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super quiet, very clean, amazing selection of board games and TV programs. Kitchen is well equipped and everything is in working order. Beds are comfortable and rooms are spacious. Easy access to Ithaca, Cornell campus, nearby parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Conveniently located property

Property is great to hang out with family. Conveniently located to access all nearby attractions. host is great to interact with. It would have been awesome if washer and dryer were part of the stay but no biggie. You just need to be careful when accessing the property in night as there are less lights on road. Rely on gps
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you for staying in our home!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Adequate for the two of us

Location is close to everything and the property has most amenities including a nice kitchen and two bathrooms. Smells like cigarette smoke everywhere inside, Low shower pressure, and the hot tub is not useable. Has a dog bed and kids playpen/toys. Bring extra towels, they will charge you if you ask for extras. Overall pleased with our stay but could have been better if they burned a candle to cover the cigarette smell and put better shower heads on for better shower water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2024
Thank you for the feedback. We’re non smokers but I’m wondering if the previous guest smoked inside the house (not allowed), which is why it smelled. I already spoke to my cleaning lady about informing us when this happens in the future plus ways to remove the smell before the next guest arrives. Thanks again for staying with us.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Basic Clean Lodging

The host was quick to respond to any questions we had. The house was overall pretty clean. We liked that it was pet friendly but note that dogs are not allowed on the couch or you will have a $100 fee. The host provided a pet bed and we brought our own as well. We were really bothered by how tall the grass and weeds were, did not match the photo at all. Looked like it hadn't been mowed in weeks, some weeds were taller than my knees so it made it very difficult to walk the dogs around the property for potty breaks. Overall, It's a great location if you are looking to stay just outside of downtown Ithica and the wine trail. If you go to the farmers market, get there just before they open for easy parking!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Hi Kristen - Thanks for your review. The grass was very overgrown. Our lawn guy was out for a couple of weeks due to an emergency and in that time the grass grew like crazy. It has finally been mowed. Sorry for that! Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

I dislike writing this review

The host was very nice, which makes it really hard to write this review. This house needs a lot of work. When we arrived we found a board pulled up on the deck and a fastener (sharp) next to the door. Upon opening the storm door it did not have a keeper and we had a hard time latching it. The hot tub is acctually a jacuzzi tub in the master suite. The plumbing has no pressure and does not drain quickly from shower stalls and sinks. The water smells very iron rich, we bought bottled water to be safe. There are no thresholds between rooms leaving sharp edges on the floor at the doorways and the grout is coming out in the master suite. The floor is spongy in the kitchen and bathroom. The whole house smells like stale cigarette smoke. hing it. was
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2024
Hi. I’m sorry you had such a bad stay! We acknowledge that our home is outdated compared to other houses nearby but we did our best to ensure our nightly rate reflected that. We’re one of the cheapest houses in the Ithaca area. Our property uses well water so every few months we need to add salt pebbles to the water to help with the natural odor but it’s all very clean water. We’ve since added the pebbles. As for the flooring, I’m not sure what you experienced but we have our 2 yr old who runs around the house barefoot all the time and has yet to hurt herself so I think this might be an isolated situation. Again, really sorry for your bad experience. All the best.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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Hosted by Pamela Piork

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