Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a lamp.
A wooden interior with a bar area, two white chairs with yellow cushions, and a glass door leading to an outdoor deck.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, and a stone countertop.
An aerial view of a house with a sloped roof, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Breakfast included
  • Gas barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Freeville, NY
  • Place, Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Living Room

1 King Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Freeville

Located in Freeville, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Robert J. Kane Sports Complex, or consider a night out at Schoellkopf Field.
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Freeville, NY

What's nearby

  • Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cornell Lab of Ornithology - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Triphammer Marketplace - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Shops at Ithaca Mall - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Cornell University - 13 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sumo Japanese Sushi And Hibachi Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mirabito - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary, Cornell University and Lansing Golf Range. Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Bacchus Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property. Clean, simple, beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five stars and more! The home was amazing, immaculate,, roomy, great for our dog! The breakfast foods and treats were a welcome surprise! Everything was clearly organized and any questions immediately answered. The property and trails were an added bonus! Wish I could live here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for pets, amazing treats for breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well equipped, super cute older cabin with fantastic outdoor space
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely hosts, provided so many thoughtful treats for us upon our arrival including turning on the lights so we wouldn't be entering the dark. They have a great walking path through their property that is well maintained an my dog enjoyed it immensely. On a clear night, there are stars for days. It was the perfect retreat for us.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2025
Thanks so much Elizabeth, we'd love to have you and your family back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great, quiet spot to stay

This was rustic, very cute place in the woods yet close to everything. You can tell the hosts care about the people staying and they take great care with the preparations for arrival. it really felt like a home away from home. Also perfect if you have a dog. Walks down the long driveway are very pleasant. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So Cozy!

We spent our days visiting the nearby waterfalls and the city of Ithaca, and our evenings relaxing in this lovely home. The house was clean and very cozy and the surrounding wooded area was beautiful. We had a wonderful time walking the trails on the property.The host responded immediately to our inquiries.10/10 highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2025
Thanks so much Denise, we are glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Getaway

We had a great time staying at this house enjoying cozy weather and heading out to beautiful parks in the area. There was a lot to do at Ithaca as well, the Farmer's market in particular was really nice. The host was very thorough in leaving info about the property, as well as restaurants and things to do in the area. The house was very clean and comfortable as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice property

Lili maintains an excellent property that while older, is in great shape, well equipped, and very comfortable to stay in. Everything worked properly and was right where you would expect it. Definitely going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home

House is in a very quiet location. Grass was nicely cut when we arrived. The entire home had adequate A/C and dehumidifier for the hot and humid week. The provided breakfast items were a plus. The kids loved it. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Felt like home

Thanks so much for the wonderful stay! You are amazing! It was so fun to arrive to a personalized welcome sign for our new Cornell students. The house was fully stocked with anything we could think of. The location was beautiful and private. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thanks so much Chenin! We’d love to have your family back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Property Owners Who Go Above and Beyond

This unique lodge-style home is clean with very comfortable beds and a beautiful natural and private setting to explore! The owners truly go above and beyond to make the stay special - with so many thoughtful touches (snacks, basic food items, coffee, local recipe books, great local recommendations) and a warm reception to enjoy the full property. We were there for the eclipse - and the owners invited us into their private/separate area of the property for better views. Convenient to Cornell - and we're grateful to the owners for welcoming our dogs. Would recommend this place and would stay here again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A gem in the Ithaca area

This comfortable, meticulously clean and well appointed property is nestled in the privacy of a quiet, wooded area, but is just minutes from Ithaca and its surrounding attractions. The owner is genial, quick to respond and has thought of a myriad of small touches to make renters feel welcomed and comfortable, including some food/drink in the kitchen. There are clear instructions on how everything in the house works. The property is accurately described/pictured on the website, except that the coffee maker is a Keurig and the second bedroom has a comfortable full size pull out bed as described, not a twin day bed as pictured. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and enthusiastically recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Son's graduation

We stayed here with 6 adults for my son's graduation. We had reserved another place in September but the host canceled in May. We found this location at the last minute and couldn't be happier. I stayed there with my my family and friends and immediately felt at home. The house was clean and organized with very clear instructions. We where treated to breakfast items which my hubby and sons really appreciated. The house is close to the Cornell campus so it was a breeze driving in. The host was easily available via texting on the VRBO app. I'm so happy the other host canceled and we were able to enjoy our time here. 5 stars for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy retreat among the trees

We had a very comfortable stay in the house. Every detail to make sure we had all of our essentials was met. We enjoyed the very private beautiful & peaceful deck in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Reunion

The house was just what we needed to get together with our adult children and the dogs. The kitchen was big and surprisingly well stocked. The living room had cozy couches, a good fireplace and a TV. The wifi was adequate. The house was extremely clean and had well designed surfaces to accommodate dogs, who had run in the yard/woods that surround the house. The house is only 15 mins from Central Ithaca, but feels like you are in the middlenof the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay at a lovely house

This house was perfect for our family trip to Ithaca. Elizabeth was a very considerate host and we had everything we needed for our stay. There was even milk and eggs in the fridge - which was such a pleasant surprise. It helped us start our day right! The property was very clean, lots of towels, HEPA filter, sanitized counters etc. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a vacation rental in Ithaca region.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, rustic and clean!

This property was perfect! It was peaceful and CLEAN! Property owner was easily accessible and super easy to deal with. Will absolutely stay here again! Thank you for a wonderful weekend away with family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay

The house was perfect for our stay in the Ithaca area. We appreciated the little things that made it very inviting and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great basic place, wonderful owners

Place has all the basics covered and comfortable. The owners went above and beyond with signs communicating everything, lots of bottled water for those who don’t like the local (although it was fine for me), and even a welcome basket of goodies
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
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