Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York

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A brick building with a steeply pitched roof, large windows, and a small chimney.
A brick house with a pathway leading to a white flowering tree.
A room with a large window, a wooden chair, a laptop, and books on a table.
A cozy living room with a large window, a bookshelf, a coffee table, and a sofa.
A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a bench at the foot of the bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with red curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Elmira College

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Elmira, NY
  • Place, Elmira College
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, LECOM Event Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Elmira

Elmira is home to this cottage. Regal Arnot Mall and Park Avenue Sports Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Newtown Battlefield State Park and Mark Twain State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at LECOM Event Center, or consider a night out at Budweiser Summer Stage at Tag's.
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Elmira, NY

What's nearby

  • Elmira College - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mark Twain Study - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • LECOM Event Center - 6 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arnot Art Museum - 7 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Chemung County Transportation Center - 3 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪the Garage at Rye - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rye Bar & Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪ILL Eagle Taphouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York on Nov 13, 2026 start from $322, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Guest House on Historic Estate in Upstate New York located?

Situated in Elmira, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Elmira College and Mark Twain Study. LECOM Event Center and Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira are also within 2 mi (3 km). Chemung County Transportation Center is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

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
The cottage was beautiful as we're the grounds. Save some time to savor the large and diverse library.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Host was super helpful. Very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Guest House

I very much enjoyed the quiet location, designated/reserved parking spot, the beautiful garden setting, and architectural charm of this sweet guest house. A comfortable respite during a challenging work week away from home.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2024
Regret I could not improve the weather. Hope to see you and your lovely family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, comfortable

This small house feels like a writer's retreat, with greenery all around and a beautiful book-lined room to sit and read in. Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thank you Katherine. Please return, find a book to read and play more pickle ball. Our town is resurfacing ….not just Church Street.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute, Quiet, & Comfortable

Beautiful house, very spacious and relaxing. You'll really feel at home here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful guest house in a quiet part of town. Convenient street parking with stone steps leading up to the door. The old world character of the house and the tasteful furnishings make this a delightful retreat particularly if you enjoy historical homes. The remodeled bathroom is clean and bright but like many homes of this vintage, it could benefit from slightly higher water pressure in the shower. Our host was responsive and thorough, outfitting the house with everything we needed for our stay. We would stay here again should we find ourselves back in Elmira.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 20, 2026
Water pressure is chronic problem...I have tried several possibilities short of moving the 3ater tank from basement to attic. She's never going to be Niagara Falls. I hope other high grades made up for drippy shower. Lovely to meet you. Again, thanking you for choosing The School House.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic schoolhouse cottage

Always a pleasure
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2025
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Whimsical School House with interesting library and peaceful setting

This a unique property with very good energy. It is very clean and the bed is comfortable. Jennifer was delightful and brought us wine, cheese, crackers and salami - a wonderful treat to share with our guests. The kitchen was well appointed and we made pancakes and eggs for our family that we visited. All were very interested to see inside the property. I would stay there again in an instant!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Thank you for this charming review. I never heard The School House described as whimsical. I even looked it up to find it means, warm, playful and unusual. I think you might also carry these describers. You were a great guest. Thank you, Jennifer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like No Other

This property was very unique. From the first step in to the last step out the owner delivered. From the quality of the bedding/linens to the impeccable WI-FI the experience was "Like No Other"
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 1, 2023
I am just seeing this lovely review a half year later. . I started the refurbishment in 2018 and it has not stopped. This Spring, clearly one sees the efforts rewarded. Many thanks for your acknowledgement. I hope you return, from time to time, and note further refinements, for guests, on the grounds. Best wishes, Jennifer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will Definitely Be Back

The property, neighborhood, and overall general area are all absolutely beautiful. Such a comfortable and cozy spot to come back to after visiting Watkins Glen and many other of the must-sees of the area. Definitely a historical piece to the neighborhood of which this property is located which makes it even more special. Jennifer, the host, is just remarkable. Will go out of her way to accommodate your every request and need. We will definitely be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely retreat and good base for the Finger Lakes

This was a truly lovely and quiet property - very well appointed, classily and distinctively decorated, complete with fresh flowers, welcome goodies in the fridge, and basic pantry items. A wall of books made us want to just stay in and read! Lovely walking neighborhood and easy access to Corning and other Finger Lakes attractions - including glider rides from Harris Hill, hiking at Watkins Glen, campus gawking in Ithaca, and a multitude of wineries. Attentive, friendly and fascinating, but never intrusive host! Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2021
Andrew and Chandy were charming, really delightful to have on my property. There was such satisfaction to have a couple with attractive manners and intelligent conversation, funny and observant. Andrew is truly knowledgeable about wine and the local wineries did not disappoint him. I look forward to their return.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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