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Stone Cottage
King size TempurPedic Bed with High Count Cotton Linens
King Size TempurPedic Bed
TempurPedic King Size Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Cornell Botanic Gardens
    5 min drive
  • Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary
    6 min drive
  • Cornell University
    7 min drive
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Stone Cottage

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Stone Cottage

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private Stone Cottage

The stone cottage nestled in the hills just two miles east of Ithaca. Luxuriously furnished with a Tempurpedic bed, pressed high-count cotton sheets, a Jacuzzi and Stickley furniture, it is a calm retreat from everyday life.

Located just minutes from Cornell University and Ithaca College, the stone cottage is also convenient to downtown Ithaca and many beautiful walking trails through Ithaca's gorges. Whether you are here for a weekend or a season, stone cottage is the place to stay.

Eco-tourism and Staying Green: the photovoltaic system generates electricity to supply most of our energy needs, even giving us enough electricity for two electric cars. We make our own soap and eco-firendly cleaning supplies and hang our sheets out to dry in the sunshine whenever possible.

Local Food Renaissance: Central New York is enjoying the full flower of local food resources. The Ithaca Farmer's Market is full of locally grown produce and ready to eat foods. Many restaurants build their cuisine around local and seasonal foods. Vegetarian Ithacans have long enjoyed the Moosewood Restaurant. Now the omnivores among us are glad to see local pasture-raised meats showing up on many area restaurant menus. Ask us about our favorites which include Agave, Just a Taste, Viva Taquria, Ithaca Beer, Hazelnut Kitchen, and many more. Most restaurants have adjusted to our concerns about Covid-19 by expanding their takeout menus and providing distanced seating for those who want to enjoy the full restaurant experience.


We've joined the local food effort by adding a small flock of chickens and fencing off the yard behind the main house for them to graze in relative safely from preditors. Our current rooster is a very quiet gentleman, but you might hear him greeting the sun. We supplement their foraging with local organic grains, resulting in eggs which are naturally high in protein and Omega 3's. They are fun to watch and the eggs are wonderful. In the spring and summer months we may have eggs for sale if you want try some really free-range eggs.

Property manager

Nancy Norton
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this cottage is in a rural area. Cornell Botanic Gardens and Puddledockers are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Ithaca Commons and Ithaca Farmers Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Robert J. Kane Sports Complex or Newman Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 7 min drive
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 7 min drive
  • Cornell University - 7 min drive
  • Ithaca College - 9 min drive
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trillium - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cornell Dairy Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪College Town Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Stone Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Stone Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Stone Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Stone Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Eastern Heights Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Cornell University. Six Mile Creek Vineyard and Cornell Botanic Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Wouldnstay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

karen k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Farm cottage
This property is beautiful. A farm right outside as much activity you could ask for. A very quaint minimal cottage. Hot plate microwave and small frig. Barbecue out on the patio. The history is interesting. Nancy and Buzz available on the property. The rental information has not been updated for a bit. No chickens, the pond needs attention but very peaceful. The patio was not cleaned up before our arrival. Not a problem for us. Thanks Buzz and Nancy, your home is beautiful. Great job on your builds Buzz. You are a talented man. information has not been updated
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Craftsman Stone Cabin
We really enjoyed this lovely stone cabin appointed with comfortable Craftsman furniture, and located close enough to enjoy Ithaca, but with a countryside calm vibe. The grounds were great for walking our dog and the bed was comfortable. The skies were so clear we had the best star gazing we’ve had in years! A wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Get-away
We loved the property and the location. Our host was good to work with extremely accomodating. We'd recommend this pla e to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stone cottage
It certainly is a cozy stone cottage. Beautiful grounds. A great home base to exploring the finger lakes. Nancy is a wonderful host, and a pleasure to work with after a scheduling issue on our end. Loved that both of the indoor fireplace, an outdoor fire pit for both set up and ready to light. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stone Cottage is cozy and refined
We had a fun weekend at the Stone Cottage. The cottage is cozy and really cool. I think I was expecting a place that was very rustic, but the cottage is actually quite refined, with beautiful wood and stone work. We also appreciated that we were allowed to bring our small dogs along on the trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
I was scheduled to stay in the Stone Cottage but a glitch with the AC during a heatwave necessitated a quick change to the Tower at the time of check in. Nancy was very responsive and quick to provide solutions when I checked in and discovered I had no AC. The Tower is lovely and very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solan stay
Great location and cozy cottage. A bit of documentation for fireplace would be useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Very well kept. Nice little stone cottage. Just as described. Friendly, beautiful place to stay. Will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Stone cottage
I absolutely loved this little house. It was so perfect. The nights were quiet and far enough from the lights of town that you could see millions of fireflies in the fields, yet only about a 5 minute drive in. The house is an artistic gem and Nancy is a super friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little stone get-a-way...
My wife and I had a great time at this property. Quiet and serene, with high-quality furniture and appointments. We stayed for three nights in June for my 25th Cornell Reunion. I recommend it 100%.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place for a relaxing get away!
The stone cottage was everything we could have asked for and more! It was the perfect size for a couple, the property was clean and quiet and the perfect distance to hikes or to downtown. The bed was a king size and had cozy sheets and plenty of pillows. We loved the jacuzzi tub and it was so nice to have just enough dishes and cookware to prepare snacks/a meal or two if we wanted. The electric kettle was great! We added one to our wish list. Property owner was responsive and very helpful, gave a recommendation for us to try a restaurant that turned out to be lovely. All in all we had a truly wonderful weekend at the cabin and could not have asked for more! Thank you!! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Rachel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing get away
Very relaxing bathtub and fireplace. Comfortable bed. A short drive to Ithaca downtown. Does get VERY cold at night and there is only 1 small space heater. It was freezing and they only gave about 10 pieces of wood for 3 days. Would recommend coming with your own wood to keep the place heated. Other than that is was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a winter weekend
Sometimes you just need to get away to somewhere warm... but if you're stuck in upstate NY, this little cottage is the next best thing. The fireplace and jacuzzi were wonderful; a very unique and cozy place for 2!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

lorijo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and charming cottage
Everything was so lovely, my only suggestion would be a space heater, It was really cold. Everything else was great, The bedding was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

George (Rick) a., Denver CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cornell Parents Weekend
This property was close to campus which was helpful. The best feature was the real wood burning fireplace which we used both nights. The property was quiet and secluded. We did miss not getting cable news on the television.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and quaint
Was exactly what we were looking for. So cozy and super comfy bed! Great location to some amazing hikes and breweries !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing weekend away
We loved the Stone Cottage! It was a perfect quiet spot yet only a few minute drive to plenty of attractions. Our dogs loved the fenced in yard and plenty of property to explore. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay.
My boyfriend and I planned a last minute trip in which we received a speedy response from the host. We also got to bring our dog which was a great bonus. The place was really clean and the bed and pillows were really comfy. The host gave us our privacy and it was a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The cottage was absolutely beautiful. Very cozy and romantic… if your looking for a special place to stay w your special someone this is for sure it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very
We had a lovely stay! Nancy was very nice and helpful host, and I loved all of the architectural and design touches along with the focus on sustainability. Thank you, Nancy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Scott D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
A little too far off the beaten path.
Property manager was extremely friendly but did end up showing up to clean the A/C last minute. As by the picture it’s apparent the house is built halfway into a hill which left for a damp, musty climate in the house. This didn’t couple well with the dark lighting within the cabin to make a welcoming space. The windows and blinds were quite dirty but didn’t affect our stay in any way but could have been an issue with someone suffering from allergies. Bed was comfortable and shower head was amazing. Overall, not a bad experience but probably wouldn’t stay again.

8/10 Good

Ralph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing cottage
A comfortable cottage with room to relax. Just outside of town, it's still easy to reach to everything. There's a nice patio with plenty of places to sit in the shade. The property owner was very nice and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth A., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and beautiful
A gem of a retreat. Beautiful craftsman design and execution. Easy to stay there. I would definitely go back. I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cayuga Lake Visit
Very unique stone cottage. Well thought out. Comfortable space. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Norton

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Buzz and Nancy met in 1990 and have slowly transformed the property as they've raised their children there. Buzz is from Ithaca, and Nancy's paternal family has lived in upstate New York for almost 200 years. Her maternal family is from Brooklyn. They both love traveling, and appreciate the new ideas they pick up when away from home.

Why they chose this property

Buzz's family has had a stone quarry here since 1956 when they took it over from Cornell University. Stone is no longer quarried or fabricated here; the quarry reclaimation should be finished soon, and the neighborhood is increasingly residential.

We love the hillside meadow, the woods, the pond, the gardens, the orchard, the root cellar, the views . . . though with about five acres, it all keeps us busy!

The main house was a Cornell Farm Service home Buzz moved here in 1987. After renovating the main house and raising our children, in 2003 Buzz built a garage with a 700 sq. ft. apartment for extended stays on the second floor. It was so popular, he built the stone cottage two years later. The tower cottage came along in 2012, and in August of 2014, the summer house up on the ridge above the main house was opened. Each is unique, but all are supremely comfortable.

What makes this property unique

Buzz started with a blank palate here, as the property was old quarry land. If Buzz isn't golfing, he is happiest taking an idea from paper to stone and wood. Buzz enjoys design, and our travels have subtly influenced each new building. The local blacksmith, Duran Van Dorn, has contributed his unique style as well. Nancy enjoys the interior design, keeping the focus on guest comfort while considering sustainability and utilizing the local producers of fine furnishings, particularly Stickley, Harden and J.W. Southard.

Guests are encouraged to make themselves at home - walk the grounds, relax on the patio, or the swing down by the pond, watch the swallows by day or fireflies on July evenings, maybe catch a glimpse of the chickens othrough the back yard fence. Nights are quiet and days can be as busy or relaxing as you'd like.

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