Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits
Beautiful three-bedroom single-family home located in the Town of Ithaca. We are only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca, but it is a world apart. Private lot with private dock and private swimming and grass area down by the lake. We have two kayaks, a canoe and a fire pit on the property. We keep the house clean and update and renovate the house regularly. Our house electricity is solar, powered by Solar Farms, New York.
We now have a master bathroom and two full bathrooms!!
A great location to visit Cornell University, Ithaca College, The Ithaca Farmer's Market, The Ithaca Commons and the Finger Lakes Wineries. Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls and Treman State Park are all nearby. Easy boat entry at Treman Marina, one mile down the road.
This is fun kitchen to cook in since you are lakeside. Kitchen has sliding glass doors to large lakeside deck. Cherry floors, granite countertops, pendant lights, dishwasher, garbage disposal, oversized fridge, eat-in table with seating for seven. Gorgeous views from almost every room, including 8 windows in the living room, 3 in the master bedroom, 3 windows and a three paneled sliding glass door in the kitchen and a 6 bay window and large picture windows in the downstairs bedroom. The house is renovated and modern. Hardwood floors and beautiful finishing touches everywhere. All kitchen items (pots, pans, plates), sheets, blankets and towels are provided.
Bedrooms: Master w/ fantastic views of Cornell and King Bed. This room has an attached master bathroom with a shower. The downstairs bedroom is the Bay Window Room. This room has fantastic views of the lake, a queen bed, and is near the downstairs bathroom. The second upstairs bedroom has a skylight and two twin beds.
Pet Policy: We allow pets because we love our dogs and they love to travel with us. This is a great place for dogs, not only because they can go swimming, but because the deck and grass are all fenced in. You can let the dog out from the kitchen without even leaving the house. You must clean up after your pet, of course. We charge only a $40 fee for dogs that we spend on end of the year professional carpet cleaners. Note: If your dog is elderly then this might not be a great house with all the steps.
Cleaning: House is professionally cleaned between tenants. Cleaners provide the beds made with clean sheets.
Who Can Rent: It is a quiet area and is not appropriate for loud/late-night parties. We do not allow additional guests.
Our property is steep. There is a long stair case to the house from the driveway. All tenants and guests must be able to navigate stair with ease. Unfortunately it is not handicapped accessible.
Winter: Our house is a real year-round house and you can set the thermostat to whatever is comfortable. We usually do not plow or shovel the lower driver in winter since it is pretty steep. Winter tenants will have to walk from the upper parking (or even from the road in serious snow) to the house.
Keywords: Fingerlakes, Lakefront, Beach, Dock, Deck, Ithaca, Cayuga Lake, Waterfront, Private, House, Pet Friendly, Kayak, Firepit, Canoe, Cornell, Ithaca, Wineries
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Clean up after your pet/pay for damage
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No additional guests are allowed on the premises (other than the guests listed in the booking) without express written permission of the host.
Tenants may be bring up to two cars. Cars must be parked on 889 property only.
All outdoor music must be at a volume that cannot be heard by the neighboring properties.
Important information
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Property # 214558vb
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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Ithaca
Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The History Center and Danby Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Puddledockers, or check out an event or a game at Newman Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
Allan H. Treman State Marine Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Hangar Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Ithaca Dog Park - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
Museum of the Earth - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
Cornell University - 24 min drive - 10.0 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Petes Gas Station - 4 min drive
Ithaca Bakery - 5 min drive
The Rhine House - 4 min drive
The Milkstand - 4 min drive
Eta Pie - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits on 28 May 2026 start from £293, 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 at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Clean Well Maintained Cayuga Lake Perfect For Families, Wineries, College Visits located?
This family-friendly Ithaca holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Allan H. Treman State Marine Park. Hangar Theatre and Ithaca Dog Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was very clean when we arrived. You could tell right away that the host spent a lot of time making it easier for those renting to understand the workings of the home.
Clean and well equipped. Gorgeous view. Comfortable beds and living spaces. Too cold to enjoy the kayaks but hope to return when the weather is warmer. Highly recommend this lovely house!
For our group of 5, the house was perfect. Beautiful views. The town of Ithaca is very close. Many wineries and waterfalls to explore nearby. Kitchen basics such as coffee and tea were available. Wegmans was nearby for grocery shopping. The owner does provide excellent information before checking in, including parking photos. These were very handing. It was a little tricking with our very large vehicle.
Linda Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen
10 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location right on Cayuga Lake and close to town. Incredible views of the lake from the elevated house and deck.
A comfortably renovated property with an amazing view of the lake. Access to canoes and kayaks was an added benefit.
Dave H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
We work hard to keep our property updated so thank you for acknowledging that it is comfortable and renovated. This year we bought a new oven, new BBQ and put in an entire new upstairs bathroom. And yes, the views are amazing!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles 'Chad' H.
11 Jun 2018
Lovely cottage on Cayuga
Great views, nicely equipped, very welcoming and comfortable. Many stairs, but doable for this 70+ year old. Really enjoyed our stay.
Charles 'Chad' H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
We are so glad you found our house welcoming and comfortable. The main attraction is certainly the "great views." They do come with stairs on the west shore of Cayuga Lake. Future tenants, if this sounds doable to you as well, please try our property.
Our stay at this lake house was great. The house is beautiful and the views from all rooms in the house are amazing. It's close to restaurants in Ithaca and also to several different state parks. And it's obviously right on the lake, which was great. The yard was perfect for hanging out on and relaxing. It was nice that they had a couple of canoes and kayaks on the property as we used them several times. I would definitely recommend this house.
The view of the lake was awesome- we really enjoyed watching the many species of ducks!
Home was clean, beds very comfortable and kitchen had everything we needed.
Beutiful view of the lake with well equipped kitchen and clean bedrooms. Plenty of toys and boardgames for children to play with. We were very happy with our stay. Definitely, would stay again. The only downside of the place is that there is only one bathroom.
Changho S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2023
We love having families stay with us as we used to live in this house with our family :). The house has wonderful lake views and a nice kitchen. It does have only one bathroom so please note this before booking. Meeting expectations is our number one guest priority and, if you book with us, which I hope you do Future Guest, please expect only one bathroom (which can be annoying for sure).
Our stay was wonderful! NY in the fall is some serious competition…. Views of the lake were perfect, ample space for 6 adults, super close to town and scenic areas. Would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting some great views and a peaceful vacation experience.
Host was very communicative and gave great direction.
Our family had a wonderful stay at this property. Thank you for sharing your home and especially for allowing our dog to vacation with her family. Place is clean and well stocked. Loved the dock and the grassy yard. We hope to return!
David G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
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We had a great week and loved all of the beautiful lake views from the house. It was great to have a dock to keep our rental pontoon boat at. Our family of six all had plenty of room to relax, as well as our dogs. The location was great! Close to town, Watkins Glen, and plenty of wineries.
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Lovely lake side stay with a great view. Dogs loved the fenced in deck and yard. We enjoyed the kayaks available on the property. There are a lot of stairs as the host mentions, so just be prepared
Kate P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2022
The fenced in grass area is rare around here and is the reason we bought the house! There are stairs to the lake/grass so while our house is dog friendly, it might not be great for older dogs with hip issues.
Our Family ( 2 Adults, 2 kids and 3 Corgis) enjoyed the stay at this lakeside home. The house and property are well maintained, we would recommend this house and plan to stay again in the near future. Great fishing for the kids off the dock!
Great house right on the lake, plenty of room, nice yard area for kids + dogs. Kayaking and fishing right off the dock area. Plenty to do nearby including waterfalls, farmers market, wineries and a short ride in to Ithaca.
Michael W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Carolyn Greenwald
We are a family of five living in Ithaca New York. This was where Carolyn and Adam lived when we were first married. We enjoy hosting because we love sharing our home with travelers. Everyone is so excited to see the lake for the first time. We work hard to maintain the home as if we still lived there. We are always updating and renovating it. In 2025 we finally constructed new parking close to the house and a less steep driveway (its still pretty steep but its much better!). In 2024 we added a second bathroom (not sure why it took 20 years to think of that one!) We are always updating appliances, linens and everything else to keep the house in tip top condition.
Why they chose this property
Ithaca is a fantastic vacation spot. It is located on beautiful Cayuga Lake, the longest and deepest of the finger lakes. You can boat, dock, fish or swim right off our dock. Ithaca has three amazing state parks with fantastic hikes, amazing views and great swimming, with Taughannock Park just up the road. Ithaca is directly on the finger lakes wine trail and many wonderful wineries are nearby. There are many top quality restaurants and plenty of places to grab a quick bite. If you stay at our house, you will have easy access to Taughannock Park, Cass Park, the Hanger Theater, downtown and to Wegmans (a top supermarket), so you won't have to spend a lot of time in the car. There is also a wonderful farmer's market in Ithaca with music, good produce and a great community vibe. In other words, you can relax and do nothing but stare at nature or partake easily in many outdoor activities, it will be up to you.
What makes this property unique
The house has several wonderful features. First and foremost is the location. You are directly on the lake. You can swim. You can boat. You can jump in the lake off the dock. You can sit on the deck and relax. At the same time, we are just 1.5 miles from shops and downtown Ithaca. You have all the benefits of the lake and wine country without having to drive 25 minutes to the supermarket. My next favorite feature of the house is the sliding doors in the kitchen. You can eat outside on the deck just as easily as you can eat inside at the kitchen table. As soon as we put in those doors, we had breakfast outside every day for months. It is wonderful. The next best feature of the house is the lakeside deck. It is a great place to sit and relax or BBQ or have a cool drink.
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