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The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges

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You're home away from home! Covered parking is a plus in winter/rainy weather.
The "Tube Dude" welcomes you to the property.
Exterior detail
Keyless entry for your convenience.
A single step into the apartment, once inside everything is on one level.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Playground on site
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Place, Hillendale Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, EcoVillage at Ithaca
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Robert H. Treman State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges

We are new on VRBO, but have been renting on another rental platform for 4 years with an overall rating of 4.98 stars ( we have two rentals). This rental unit has a rating of 5 stars on the other platform.

Once the garage of a well-known Volkswagen mechanic, immortalized in a poem entitled "What It’s Like to Live in Ithaca, NY" by Dick Lourie, our converted 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment is perfect for your Finger Lakes getaway. We are located on a quiet road close to Cayuga Lake, Downtown Ithaca, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Waterfalls, and Wineries. We are also convenient to Cayuga Medical Center, Trumansburg, Watkins Glen and Seneca Lake. For you golfers, we are located across the road from Hillendale Golf Course!

This 2 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment has a private entrance with keyless entry and covered parking (a plus when it rains or snows!). The apartment has only one step into the unit, the unit is entirely on one level once inside. Enjoy the full kitchen, in unit washer and dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Smart TV for you to connect to your streaming services. The unit offers a queen bed in the main bedroom and a full bed in the second bedroom, as well as cozy living room with a futon for extra comfort and an additional sleeping space. A portable AC unit is provided in the summer, set up in the living area. Please note for the bedrooms to be cooled the doors must be left open. There are also ceiling fans in the living area and main bedroom and a box fan for the second bedroom to keep you cool in the summer (we generally have cool evenings). The bathroom features a bathtub/shower and a hair dryer for your convenience. Many of the furnishings are upcycled from items from local restore stores, college sales, and "free" finds.

Outside there's an outdoor seating area with a table and chairs for the exclusive use of our guests. Enjoy the quiet that surrounds you as listen to the birds while watching rabbits hop by and the deer that are often passing by the yard.

One thing to note - We are on well water, so there may be a sulfur smell to it (common in this area). The smell usually dissipates after the water has been run for a bit. It is perfectly safe to use and drink. We do have a Brita filter pitcher in the apartment for those who prefer filtered water.

We look forward to hosting you The Old Volks Home!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Use of the play structure in the fenced yard is permitted with prior approval with the hosts, an adult must be present with children at all times.
Hair dyeing is not permitted in the unit - there will be an additional $250 cleaning fee imposed if evidence of hair dyeing is found in the unit.
Quiet time is from 10 pm to 8 am. Full disclosure, the frogs and birds around the property do not adhere to this rule.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4024229vb
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 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

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park, while Kitchen Theater and State Theatre of Ithaca are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newman Arena, or consider a night out at Dutch Harvest Farm. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Hillendale Golf Course - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • EcoVillage at Ithaca - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Hangar Theatre - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Robert H. Treman State Park - 9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Petes Gas Station - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stone Bend Farm - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rhine House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Beer Co. - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges on 10 Jul, 2026 start from S$234, 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 The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Volks Home, A, two bdrm apt close to Ithaca, Trumansburg, & the Colleges located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Hillendale Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of Museum of the Earth and Cayuga Medical Center. EcoVillage at Ithaca and Taughannock Falls State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we've stayed here. It is very clean, has lots of space and the hosts are very responsive. It is the perfect location for us when we visit family in Ithaca and Trumansburg.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2025
Thank you for staying with us a second time, so glad we were able to accommodate you and your family.
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8/10 Good

Zelma R.

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

Very clean and comfortable.

I gave up on reviews that say how clean a property was. This rental was truly clean! The surroundings were not pleasant (yet properties in February in New York are all pretty war torn). There were only two of us who stayed this trip and the two bedrooms were nice, however, the living room area only had seating for 3 or a very close together seating for 4. The hosts went out of their way to try to make everything convenient and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar, 2025
Thank you for staying with us and appreciating/mentioning the cleanliness of the apartment! Sorry you found the surroundings unpleasant, but as you mentioned that's pretty much par for the course in the winter here. It's much nicer once the snow, ice, and mud are gone!
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10/10 Excellent

Russell D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The external photo of the two apartments created some ambivalence upon booking it. However, the inside photos offset the external pictures. The owners’ welcoming emails prior to our arriving was reassuring. Upon arriving were additional welcoming treats and card. Soon after arriving the owners returned to their nearby home and greeted us in the driveway. We learned they had previously lived in our state and shopped at a fresh fruit and vegetable store in our town. The apartment was small but very adequate. The unique, creative use of recycled objects into picture frames, tables, cabinet, bed frames and head boards was appreciated. The incorporation of the Old Volks Place theme throughout was also quirky but appreciated. My nephew who grew up in Ithaca and who was familiar with the former Volks repair place was happy to learn of its continued legacy and the coincidence of our renting it as an apartment. If we return to the area, we will certainly consider returning to this rental. RussellWestminster, MD
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review and for taking such good care of the place! We're glad you enjoyed staying with us and our recycled/upcycled furnishings. We do plan on finally working on the exterior of the apartments this fall/winter (insides took precedence!). We would certainly be happy to host you and your family again in the future should you decide to stay with us again.

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Hosted by Loretta St John

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