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Forest House

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Exterior
Living room.
Dining room.
Fully-equipped kitchen.
Custom stone fire pit overlooking Buttermilk Creek.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Forest House

Enjoy a quiet forest retreat while still being in a beautiful family neighborhood. Perfect to rest or work from home and/or explore everything the region has to offer. Roast s’mores at the custom stone fire pit overlooking Buttermilk Creek. Explore the beautiful 10 acre woods and enjoy the secluded picnic table. Soak in the hot tub while taking in the sounds of the forest. 5 minutes to Ithaca College, 7 minutes to downtown Ithaca, 10 minutes to Cornell. Contact for special date accommodations.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby/child supplies (crib, toys, etc.) available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Fenced yard is safe for medium to large dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parties, events, or additional daytime or overnight guests not included in your reservation are not permitted without host approval.
Safe fire pit use: Please leave the spark screen in place; douse embers when finished. Hot tub use: Adults only; no children in the hot tub, please.
The zip line in the woods, just past the fire pit, is suitable only for children 75 lbs and under. Guests accept liability of using the zip line.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2462672vb
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

About the area

Ithaca

Ithaca is home to this holiday home. Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Puddledockers and Sciencenter. Travelling with kids? Consider Cornell Botanic Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Butterfield Stadium.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ithaca College - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 15 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Cornell University - 19 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest House?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest House on 16 Dec 2023 start from £281, 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 Forest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forest House located?

This family-friendly Ithaca holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Namgyal Monastery and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Ithaca College and Butterfield Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy T.

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

Quiet and spacious

Wonderful woodsy lot, plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for a group. We didn’t have kids with us but this would have been ideal for kids/babies.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lindsey Hayes

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We have lived in Ithaca for a total of fifteen years and enjoy sharing our hometown with guests. Raising our four kids here has led us to discover the family-friendly side of the quirky college town we already loved for its natural beauty, academic communities, and unique local personality.

What makes this property unique

Forest House offers wonderful amenities for families with young children including a crib, toddler bed, high chairs, safety gates, toys, and extensive outdoor space.
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