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Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Rear view of Twin Pines w/parking behind cottage and Cayuga Lake to the east.
View of Cayuga Lake and Twin Pines lakefront  from the cottage's deck.
View of Cayuga Lake showing the Twin Pines' dock in autumn from 25' long deck.
Twin Pines' kitchen features oak cabinets and a fold-down wooden table.
The kitchen features a dishwasher and an array of cookware.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Trumansburg, NY
  • Place, Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ithaca College
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Convertible bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views

Ideal for urban professionals, university parents, adventurous families, honeymooning couples, aspiring writers, and all others looking to really get away and relax in a beautiful setting. DURING THE PRIMARY RENTAL SEASON FROM JUNE 1 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 7, 2025, THE COTTAGE RENTS FOR A MINIMUM OF SIX NIGHTS.

This very private cottage is conveniently located 10 miles north of Ithaca, two miles from Trumansburg, and two miles past Taughannock State Park, in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country. Parking is on same level as the cottage, perched between Cayuga Lake and green woodland. Sturdy staircase leads down to Cayuga Lake, where there is ample space for relaxing and enjoying lakeside activities.

First floor of this very appealing 1,250 square foot cottage includes a full kitchen with dining area offering a memorable view; a living room with a decorative stone fireplace and mahogany floor; and a large, bright sitting room with a sofa bed, converting to a downstairs bedroom.

The second floor features two generous bedrooms and a bath. The downstairs sitting room has beautiful, sweeping lake views and opens via a sliding glass door to a 25-foot-long wood deck overlooking the lake. With Adirondack chairs along with a patio table and chairs, the deck is a perfect spot to kick back, relax and enjoy the outstanding view.

Twin Pines Cottage sleeps up to 6 persons - two in each second floor bedroom, and two in the first floor sitting room. All floors are natural wood. The cottage, outfitted with electric heat, is insulated and features an air conditioner in the living room along with ceiling fans in each bedroom. Next to the cottage is a generous parking area with a large lawn and extensive woods beyond. Outside the kitchen is an additional deck with a charcoal grill.

Down the staircase, 90 feet of lakefront offers a dock and lakeside cabana with a table and chairs, mini-refrigerator and fishing gear. Lakeside there are lawn chairs for relaxing, a picnic table and a fire ring for memorable beach campfires.

The cottage interior offers a number of Adirondack-lodge style features including a fieldstone fireplace, barnwood accents, hand-crafted wood entry doors and wood trim with the tree bark intact. Comfortable contemporary furnishings and antique accents combine to create a pleasing, classic interior ambiance. Twin Pines is furnished with two sofas, a recliner, a convertible sofa bed and Oriental rugs. The eat-in kitchen with beautiful granite countertops and oak cabinets is fully equipped. The main second floor bedroom has 18 feet of sliding glass windows overlooking Cayuga Lake.

With spectacular sunrises at dawn and a starlit sky at night, Twin Pines offers beautiful views of Cayuga Lake to the east and relaxing views of woods to the west.

Other amenities: Twin Pines has WiFi, and most cellphone connections work well. Clean linens (towels, washcloths, sheets, pillow cases, blankets, quilts) provided weekly. Twelve gallons of bottled drinking water provided per week. A canoe and a 14-foot rowboat along with life jackets are available on-site.


Keywords: Cottage, lakefront cottage, lakehouse, lake view.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
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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 not indicated whether 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Trumansburg

Located in Trumansburg, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park, while WeBeTilin' Studios and Hangar Theatre are cultural highlights. Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Trumansburg, NY

What's nearby

  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 25 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Ithaca College - 25 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 25 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Cornell University - 29 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NY Quick Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trimmers Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Inn At Taughannock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gimme! Coffee Roastery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mama Said Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Twin Pines, Charming Cayuga Lakefront Cottage w/amazing views located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Americana Vineyards and Cayuga Nature Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Dennis Stein

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Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, I've called Ithaca and the bountiful Finger Lakes region home for the last 30 years. Living in downtown Ithaca, I greatly enjoy the contrast between the vibrant urban downtown and the peaceful, wide-open vistas around the lakes. My co-owner Ed, also a transplant who takes inspiration from the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes region, has lived in downtown Ithaca with his family even longer.

Why they chose this property

Twin Pines is a cozy cottage that guests regularly describe as very welcoming, homey, and complete with amenities to maximize comfort and experience . (See the numerous reviews.)

When the cottage went on the market in 2006, the seller shared that because of the sheer beauty of the view, several potential out-of-area buyers expressed plans to tear down the cottage and replace it with a much larger contemporary house.

We decided to buy the building so that its simple beauty and great view of the lake could be preserved and enjoyed by friends, vacationers and guests alike.

What makes this property unique

Twin Pines is replete with original architectural details. Some of the furnishings are handmade, and the front door was crafted by Mary Shelley, a renowned local woodworking artist in Ithaca.

We happily feature the original work of other local and regional artists.

Languages:

English, Spanish