Location: Ithaca, Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York, USA (15 Mi S. of Ithaca; 20 Mi. E. of Watkins Glen) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-8)
We call it POND VIEW it is a unique vacation place on 70 acres in the rolling hills of Spencer NY. It's a great place for 2-6 adults plus children. If you like nature and the outdoors, this is for you - very quiet, peaceful, private, at the end of a well-maintained 1/2 mile no-outlet road.
The 3-bedroom 1-bath house is completely remodeled inside, with refinished oak flooring and woodwork harvested from Pond View's trees. There are oriental rugs, antique furnishings, and quilts throughout. The house is fully stocked with cookware, dishes, sheets, towels, etc.
First floor has open floor plan; new kitchen includes breakfast bar made from a lightning-felled red oak from the top of the mountain. Large covered deck for eating, relaxing. Outside renovations are still underway. House is surrounded by beautiful ponds (total 5, largest 1 acre), meadows and woods.
House site is half-way up a mountain that rises to highest point in Tioga County (1600 feet). Over 2 miles of hiking trails (wide enough for SUV/4x4). Great fossil hunting on mountain. 3 ponds are stocked with bass - bring your fishing gear (catch and release). The grounds are frequently visited by wildlife (deer, turkeys, geese) and birdwatching.
Many attractions within easy drive: Finger Lakes wineries, state parks with waterfalls and hiking trails, Tioga Downs (harness racing, gaming), Corning Glass Museum, glider airplane rides in Elmira (soaring capital of eastern US), antique shops, etc. Spencer has a good grocery store, gas station, bank, and most basics, along with a golf course/country club.
Country living at its best - and close to the action!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Five Ponds, 3 Stocked for Fishing, 2 Miles Hiking Trails Wide Enough for Suv/4x4, Large Covered Deck
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Sightseeing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Easy fossil hunting on top of mountain, Camp fire at pond, easy walking trails
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$150--$250/night. .SPECIAL NOV 10 to 17 $ 125 night 4 night min.
NOV. 10 TO 17 OPEN. $150 /night. 3 NIGHT MIN. Up to 6 GUESTS
We prefer to rent 3 to 5 nights. Min 3 nights. Up to 4 guests.
More guests with approval. extra charge $ 15 each guess.
Dog policy: must be approved ahead of time. Fee $ 50 Total stay.
Higher rates during holidays and Cornell and Ithaca graduations.
May 27th to June 1st is Memorial Day weekend , Cornell graduation,
Stay for 3 to 5 days same price $1795 total.Great for up to 6 guests
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Mountain Country House on 70 Acres with Ponds
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Ithaca
TO GET AWAY FROM CROWDS AND A SIMPLER WAY TO LIVE LIFE .
The Unique Benefits at this House
From the house, you look out onto 3 beautiful ponds (5 total), meadows, and woods, and all you hear are birds and frogs - no traffic, no outlet road, extremely private and peaceful, and a sky full of stars on clear nights.
Owner's Map of Ithaca
Two couples own the property as partners. We enjoy hiking, fishing, bird-watching, fossil hunting, and other outdoor activities on the property.
Property Photos
- house viewed from front pond - Ithaca, New York Vacation Home with Water View
- Looking north over upper ponds about 200 yards from house - Ithaca, New York Vacation Home with Water View
- View of small orchard from covered deck - Ithaca, New York Vacation Home with Water View
- kitchen / ceramic stovetop, DW lots of counters space/ 6-ft breakfast bar
- Open floor plan for kitchen, dining, living room, oak floors, view of front pond
- Dining area seats 6+ breakfast bar seats 3, overlooks side pond
- Upstairs master bedroom with antique king-size bed and sitting area
- View from upstairs master BR overlooking front pond
- Downstairs bedroom with queen bed
- upstairs bedroom with full-size bed
- rear covered deck overlooking large rear/side pond
- Looking at rear deck ,east over side pond,good fishing
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #252996
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