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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.

Private Year-round Lakefront on Seneca Wine Trail
You’ll enter a Large, Luxurious, Private studio apartment in beautiful Arts & Crafts style. *Located on a Town Maintained secluded lake-side road on the shores of the east side of Seneca Lake. *Ten-foot Coffered Ceilings *On the Seneca Lake Wine Trail. *We welcome visitors all year round. A wonderful option for couples looking for a private, quiet place to get away. *Many custom-crafted details. *2 additional guests can be accommodated with a fold-out sofa bed (an additional fee. )

The Lakeview Nook – Midcentury Modern Stay
Enjoy this mid-century modern guest house in a spectacular site, with a lake view, waterfall, and forest all in one place. The house was just fully renovated. This house is just 2 miles from Ithaca downtown and 3 miles from Cornell University. The location is super close to everything Ithaca has to offer—Ithaca falls, downtown, restaurants, the farmer's market, wineries, all within a few minutes drive of your rental. This unit is fully private, with no shared areas/entrance with the other unit.

Lakefront Perfect For Familiy, Wineries, Colleges
Relax in our single family home in the Town of Ithaca. We are only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca, but it is a world apart. Clean, stylish home with amazing lake views. Swim off our private dock and enjoy the lakeside firepit. Kayaks, canoe provided. Our heat and air conditioning work year round. We are located near Finger Lakes Wineries, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls, Ithaca Farmer's Market and the Commons. Launch your boat from nearby Treman Marina.

Cayuga Lakefront Getaway
Enjoy waterfront living in this charming, comfortable apartment on spectacular Cayuga Lake in Ithaca. This private apartment is upstairs in a home that is directly on the east shore of the lake, only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca. Enjoy everything Ithaca has to offer-- hiking, Ithaca Commons, Cornell U, Ithaca College, movies and theater, restaurants, the farmer's market, the waterfront trail, wineries-- all within a few minutes' drive of your rental. Or, relax at home and live the lake life!

Modern Retreat-waterfalls, hottub, king bed, CU
Enjoy your next Finger Lakes vacation at the Rustic Red Retreat! Located just outside of Ithaca, and a short drive to Cornell, this home is nestled next to a peaceful pond and provides modern amenities with rustic charm. The beautiful hand-hewn beams, reclaimed materials, and fireplace offer a warm, cozy stay after a busy day exploring the area. Enjoy numerous state parks, incredible waterfalls, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and all the seasonal events that the Finger Lakes have to offer!

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.

Heron Cottage on Cayuga Lake
Heron Cottage is a newly renovated, year-round lakeside getaway on Cayuga Lake! Just 2 miles south of Aurora, and a 5 minute walk to Long Point State Park with access to a public boat launch, swimming/playground/picnic area and stunning lake views. This cozy cottage offers a truly unique experience with beautiful lakeviews and 22 acres of private wooded trails behind it. Heron Cottage is the perfect spot to enjoy Fingerlakes wineries & breweries and is minutes from The Inns of Aurora.

Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown
A magical treehouse perched over its own gorge on Cayuga Lake. This place is special! There’s a giant porch wrapped around a 300-year oak tree and a lakeside tea house that can serve as an extra bedroom. There’s a dock, fire pit, room for yard games by the water, plenty of outdoor seating on the porch, by the lake, or on the dock. All of this is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Taughannock Falls state park. It’s also a great base to explore the Finger Lakes wine region.

Gorgeous Hilltop Paradise with epic views and pond
A beautiful slice of nature and unique cabin on 30 acres of land with modern ammenities. Enjoy distant views of hills through huge windows overlooking a swimming pond. It's a retreat for every season, featuring beautiful fall folliage, hiking, cross-country skiing and a lush and picturesque spring and summer. The house features a round kitchen and bedroom with a vaulted ceiling. Enjoy a giant view of the sky, fire pit by the pond, the sound of frogs, meditate, relax, or … work!

Lake Home on Cayuga - Kayaks included
*The host has covered 100% of the guest Airbnb fees on this 90 ft of private lake front property* Have dinner on the screened in porch while watching the sunset. Roast marshmallows by the fire pit. Jump off the dock and swim in fresh water or float alongside on the kayaks provided. Take a wine tour by boat. Hike trails and see the waterfalls at our local state parks. Rent a boat from the marina next door. For couples, families, friends, and water enthusiasts, this has it all!

Charming Cayuga Lake Front Cottage
We rent only Sunday-Sunday in summer so if the dates are grayed out, please change your check-in and check-out dates to Sunday. Less than 2 miles from downtown Ithaca, This charming 2 bedroom Lake House on the West Shore of Cayuga Lake has off street parking for 2 cars and its own adorable Waterfalls with spectacular views. * Our Pet Policy* We will consider up to 2 Dogs each weighing 20 Lbs or less to accompany our guests, please inquire if needed.
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Ithaca vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Ithaca stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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Ithaca's top spots, include Cornell University, Cascadilla Gorge Trail, and Sciencenter
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