MAGICAL, PRIVATE, FORESTED LAKEFRONT\/ SWEEPING LAKE VISTAS, EASY ACCESS IN ITHA

View from property
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper

About this house rental

Situated in Cayuga Lake, this attractive house for $958 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Just minutes from downtown Ithaca on the west shore of Lake Cayuga, this property has spectacular lake vistas and over 150 feet of EASILY ACCESSIBLE lake frontage. 1.4 acres of woods and majestic hemlock and oak trees frame a cottage originally built in the mid 1800's by a mayor of Ithaca and then lived in in the summers by his daughter, Belle, until 1922--one of Ithaca's original lakefront homes. We like to share the beautiful view and rustic and quaint vintage house with small gatherings of friends and families. This is our home and we are usually present on the property, staying in our own self contained area which shares nothing with the main house except the driveway. Since it is our home, we ask that you treat it kindly and leave it in the exact condition you found it. Due to the ecologically sensitive location, we don't rent to groups larger than 8 (possible 10, with our permission, if there are small ones). We have a strict NO PARTIES rule and do not allow visitors from off the property. Only the rental group is allowed on the property. The paved S-curved driveway leads through the woods down the hill to a large parking area with room for vehicles to turn around. There is one flight of stairs to the main floor entrance but bedrooms can be accessed from the driveway level. The 2200 sf of living space includes--on the main floor--an entrance room; a fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances (dishwasher, large frig, freezer with ice maker/water, gourmet stove, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, electric tea kettle, etc.); a laundry room with front loading washer and dryer, iron, ironing board; a full bathroom with shower; a large open living/dining room with a charming arts-and-craftsy 'inglenook' around the picturesque riverstone fireplace. The main floor has expansive lake views and opens out to an extensive deck area with plenty of outdoor seating, tables, gas grill, and views galore! 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms as well as a screened porch are on the second floor. Two bedrooms have queensize beds; two have a fullsize bed. Additional living space in the walk-out basement level features a 5- 6-person sauna with a great view. The 150 ft of lakefront is about half gently sloping shale beach; the other half is a grassy area with a sea wall and includes a fire pit, dock, and boathouse, with lots of outdoor seating and two hammocks as well as a table and umbrella for dock seating. The property comes with a canoe, three single kayaks, and a tandem kayak. There are water shoes and life vests in the boathouse. Activities and Attractions : The Finger Lakes is renowned for its wineries and breathtaking gorges. Ithaca is a mecca of arts, science, film activities, artisan farming, world famous restaurants, etc. Ithaca's Farmers Market is rated one of the best in the country. However, alot of folks don't even want to leave the property, since the quiet of the majestic old growth forest and the mesmerizing lake vistas, along with swimming, kayaking, and just gazing at the ever-changing water is the best--an oasis of peace and beauty --yet so close to all the perks of civilization! 'Magical' is the word most frequently used by visitors to describe the setting. In addition, there is a small, 2-bedroom cabin on the upper part of the property completely private from the main house that is available at Homeaway listing # 268870.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Reviews

4.8/5.0
Outstanding(80 Reviews)
4.0
star 5 empty
Dec 2023
Beautiful setting on the lake with great location just minutes away from Ithaca and Cornell campus. This great old house offers comfort and warmth! Large enough for a family, excellent common area. Kitchen is fantastic! Master bedroom nice in the back while the other beds were much smaller better for kids than adults. Unusually heavy rains flooded basement so could not use the spa & would've been nice to have the fireplace to take the chill off but that also didn't work in the main room. Otherwise a very nice home & excellent communication with the owner.
4.0
star 5 empty
Dec 2023
Enjoyed a nice weekend with 4 college friends. Weather was a bit challenging but the fireplace was great. Large open space on main floor with glass revealing the lake. We did not have the time to use the boats and rafts. Maybe next time in the summer. Kitchen had all the necessary items especially coffee maker. Multiple bedrooms upstairs. So easy to sleep our group. One note: there are a lot stairs so keep that in mind if you are on crutches.
4.0
star 5 empty
Dec 2023
My kids and I loved the cottage. It had a lot of character, with an incredible lake view. The lake is absolutely beautiful, clean and chilly (but refreshing). The owners are very easy going, we have no complaints. Down at the lake there are two kayaks and a small canoe. We used the kayaks. The fire pit was nice, but if you plan on having a fire you may want to check first to see if there is any wood on hand. We had enough for one fire. Overall, very nice place, beautiful home. It was peaceful.
5.0
Dec 2023
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The location to downtown Ithaca, Commons, and Cornell was great. The house is situated on the West side of the lake and there is an amazing shoreline. We couldn’t swim given the time of year but the water is crystal clear and the house boosts a nice dock and swimming platform. There is plenty of deck space to spread out, fire pits, and nice grill. The inside of the house is quaint, rustic, clean, with an updated kitchen and plenty of amenities. Overall fantastic stay!
5.0
Dec 2023
Sally is a communicative host and the property is located in a wonderful location with convenient access to the finger Lakes hotspots. The home, setting, and amenities (kayaks, dock, firepit etc) were all very well suited for our family of 6 adults and 2 young kids. As previous reviews suggest, there are several steps indoors and outdoors that required us to keep a close eye on our little ones. Our only hiccup was an issue with air-conditioning, but Sally was responsive with fans and a plan to get it fixed. This trip definitely made us consider more lakefront vacations in the future.
2.0
star 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Dec 2023
The location was good and the was view of Lake Cuyaga was beautiful. The house was in need of a deep clean; rugs/carpet (gave off a musty smell), bathroom (which each shower had black mold and/or red mildew) and interior doors had paint peeling and trim that had not been wiped down for quite some time. The clawfoot tub was at a height that seemed very unsafe for stepping in and out of; we only used once because of this. The non-lake facing bedroom was so full of spider webs that our adult daughter had a very hard time sleeping in the room. The day we arrived was unseasonably hot and when we opened the front door the house air conditioning had been set to 76 degrees with no windows open for ventilation and the smell from the house was not pleasant. None of the beds in this home were queen size making sleeping for two adults in one bed very tough as this allowed each adult the same mattress width of a crib mattress (30").
5.0
Dec 2023
The view of the lake was beautiful from inside of the house and outside on the deck. The deck was nice and big with plenty of sitting and a great view of the lake. The dock on the lake was nice and had plenty of sitting. It was nice to be able to use the kayak and there was sitting around fire pit. Had everything in the kitchen to cook breakfasts and dinners. The only thing we didn't like is that the driveway is very hilly and can't have too many cars in the drive, it was hard to turn the cars around. WE did enjoy our stay there and would do it again.
4.0
star 5 empty
Dec 2023
This house was perfect for our family reunion of 7 adults. Plenty of room. Well supplied kitchen. The decor suited us perfect. Old wood floors covered by area rugs. Tons of artwork and books. Beds were comfortable. Super quiet. Amazing views of the lake. Lake front fire pit which we used several times. Huge deck with lots of seating. Parking for at least 3 cars. Awesome sunrises. Convenient to downtown, golf and wineries. Owners very responsive to questions. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a quiet place right on the water. You will love it.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cayuga Lake?

The average price for a rental in Cayuga Lake is $353 per night. This rental is $605 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at MAGICAL, PRIVATE, FORESTED LAKEFRONT\/ SWEEPING LAKE VISTAS, EASY ACCESS IN ITHA. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is MAGICAL, PRIVATE, FORESTED LAKEFRONT\/ SWEEPING LAKE VISTAS, EASY ACCESS IN ITHA pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at MAGICAL, PRIVATE, FORESTED LAKEFRONT\/ SWEEPING LAKE VISTAS, EASY ACCESS IN ITHA?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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