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Overlooking the lake, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. It features 1 separate living room and offers beautiful lake views. Enjoy the outdoor patio for relaxation. Nearby attractions include Taughannock Falls State Park and Cayuga Nature Center.
Highlights
Make yourself at home
Guests love the comfortable living areas, perfect for unwinding.
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.
Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell
Great for a family vacation or a weekend get-away with friends, the "Cottage at Taughannock" shares a border with Taughannock State Park for extraordinary hiking, boating and swimming. Enjoy the lovely rhododendron garden flowers & birds. Play outdoor yard games & indoor board games. Study or work at desks in several bedrooms. Internet speed is 83 Mbps. Prepare meals & dine in the cottage “garden room” or grill & dine on the adjacent patio. At night, watch the stars, the fireflies, & build a fire in the patio fire pit. Sleep well on comfortable beds. The cottage is uniquely located next to Taughannock Falls State Park. Yet, it is only 4 miles from shopping in Trumansburg and 10 miles from Ithaca. It is located on the Cayuga Scenic Trail as well as the Cayuga Wine Trail, making it a central location for beauty and touring. The entire cottage and yard are yours to use and enjoy while renting. The garage contains some outdoor games and the trash cans for you to access, but is not otherwise for guest use. This is a pet-free property. If you have severe pet allergies, please be advised that the most recent time a cat stayed briefly at the cottage was in February 2023. During (now more often) hot summer days and nights, the cottage garden room has a tower AC unit to cool down the public spaces. Each bedroom has its own AC window or wall unit. We are just a phone call away if you have any questions or concerns! Please feel free to contact me. I may message to check in with you, but will leave the interaction up to your level of comfort. The cottage is located on Rt. 89 (Taughannock Blvd.) Neighbors are spread out along the road, but the houses are out of sight from the house. The back yard is very private due to hills surrounding the bowl-shaped yard. You will need your own car. (No public transportation) There is parking for 3-4 cars.
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Load and start the dishwasher
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Property # 424474vb
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
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 first aid kit
About the area
Trumansburg
Trumansburg is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Taughannock Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake. Consider Trumansburg Fairgrounds for a night out or Museum of the Earth if you're travelling with kids.
Taughannock Falls State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 22 min drive - 21.6 km
Cornell University - 26 min drive - 23.5 km
Ithaca Commons - 26 min drive - 23.1 km
Ithaca College - 29 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 24 min drive
Falls Restaurant & Tavern - 8 min drive
Trimmers Ice Cream - 10 min drive
T-Burg Entertainment Center - 9 min drive
Ice Cream Bar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?
As of 2 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell on 18 Sept 2026 start from £1,200, 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 Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell located?
This family-friendly Trumansburg holiday home is steps away from Taughannock Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake. Cayuga Nature Center is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Ann and Chad Hoover
Ithaca residents for over 45 years, we love the area and find it hard to find any place we like better. Ann is retired from Study Abroad advising at Cornell University. Chad is a practicing architect who sees no reason to retire, as he is doing what he loves!
Why they chose this property
We knew the moment we walked on the property that our four-year search was over....we found the perfect place. It has been such fun making it our own!
What makes this property unique
Our cottage is uniquely located close to the park, but not far from Ithaca and Trumansburg. Even in March and April, early spring ephemerals surround the area. The rhododendron garden is lovely in May and early June. Flowers continue to brighten the patio throughout the summer and into the fall, then autumn color takes over the show. In winter the Norway spruce laden with snow is breathtaking and sledding, cross country skiing and skating are all close at hand.
Languages:
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