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2 BR/2B Lake house Minutes from Town and Campus!
-Beautiful lake views -Amazing location -Cozy -Modern -Comfortable -Peaceful & Private These are the most common remarks from our guests. The perfect lake living on the water while still minutes from town! Treat yourself to coffee/tea every day while watching the sunrise over the lake from dual balconies/the dock. This is a two-story home w/ 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Accessible to Ithaca's finest restaurants, Cornell University & Ithaca College, wineries & all the Finger Lakes have to offer.

Steps to the Lake: near campus, Marina & wineries
Welcome to your spacious Cayuga Lake retreat with many gathering places, both inside and out! The quiet backyard borders a waterfront park and is a short walk from a marina, swimming area, fishing creek, trails & kayak rentals. The architecturally designed king bed master suite is truly an oasis. Enjoy evening strolls and sunsets along the Lake or relax around the fire pit. This peaceful, scenic location provides a convenient base to explore Ithaca (15 mins) & all the Finger Lakes have to offer

Scenic 3B/2BA Lakehome Near Cornell, Town and More
Welcome to this cozy 3 bedroom/2 bathroom lake home with stunning views from every level. The perfect combination of lake living on the water while still minutes from town! Treat yourself to coffee/tea every day while watching the sunrise over the lake from dual balconies/the dock. This is a two-story home w/ 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a large, well stocked kitchen. Accessible to Ithaca's finest restaurants, Cornell University & Ithaca College, wineries & all the Finger Lakes have to offer.

Cayuga Lakefront Getaway
Enjoy waterfront living in this charming, comfortable apartment on spectacular Cayuga Lake in Ithaca. This private apartment is upstairs in a home that is directly on the east shore of the lake, only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca. Enjoy everything Ithaca has to offer-- hiking, Ithaca Commons, Cornell U, Ithaca College, movies and theater, restaurants, the farmer's market, the waterfront trail, wineries-- all within a few minutes' drive of your rental. Or, relax at home and live the lake life!

Beautiful Lake Front Living!
Lake front living! Enjoy coffee on the expansive deck, jump off the dock for a swim, or take the paddleboard for a ride. Watch the stunning sunset every night. Convenient Ithaca location, directly on Cayuga Lake. This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Ithaca College. AC mini-splits in each of the 3 bedrooms (no AC downstairs). Kayaks and paddleboard available for use. Explore all that the Finger Lakes Region has to offer. We look forward to your stay!

Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown
A magical treehouse perched over its own gorge on Cayuga Lake. This place is special! There’s a giant porch wrapped around a 300-year oak tree and a lakeside tea house that can serve as an extra bedroom. There’s a dock, fire pit, room for yard games by the water, plenty of outdoor seating on the porch, by the lake, or on the dock. All of this is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Taughannock Falls state park. It’s also a great base to explore the Finger Lakes wine region.

Modern Cayuga Lake House in Ithaca Kayak Fireplace
Clean, quiet, well-maintained , modern, comfortable house directly on Cayuga Lake but only minutes from downtown Ithaca, Finger Lakes wineries, Cornell, Ithaca College and gorge hikes. Our house has spectacular lake views, a modern floor plan and beautiful construction and details. New gas fireplace added in 2025. Pet Friendly, Kayaks, Canoe provided. There is an easy path with stairs from the lower parking to the house. See pictures of the steps to the lake.

Charming Cayuga Lake Front Cottage
We rent only Sunday-Sunday in summer so if the dates are grayed out, please change your check-in and check-out dates to Sunday. Less than 2 miles from downtown Ithaca, This charming 2 bedroom Lake House on the West Shore of Cayuga Lake has off street parking for 2 cars and its own adorable Waterfalls with spectacular views. * Our Pet Policy* We will consider up to 2 Dogs each weighing 20 Lbs or less to accompany our guests, please inquire if needed.

Relaxing Lakeside Getaway on Cayuga Lake!
This 1500 sq. foot cottage is situated on the shoreline of Cayuga Lake. Spend your days exploring the wineries of the Finger Lakes region, cycling our rural roads, swimming in the lake, or just relaxing on the deck. Fall, winter and spring are great times to enjoy the beauty of the lake as well. The cottage is on a private road in a quiet neighborhood. Myers Park is a short walk away. Located just 10 miles from Cornell University and Ithaca, NY.

Vintage Charmer Waterfall views!
Two living rooms, add'l TV room, dining room and creek views right from the back yard! Decorated in original Vintage Mid Century furniture, Fox House Falls is a chance to experience the culture and natural beauty of downtown Ithaca in a private home made for relaxation. 2 minute drive or walkable to: restaurants, shops, Cornell, Ithaca Farmers Market, Cayuga Lake. Read full house description below please.

The Rhodie House
The Rhodie House is located on the West shore of Cayuga Lake. It is close to Ithaca, wineries and parks. Cornell University can be seen from the dock. The lake frontage includes 80 ft. of gravel beach as well as a wooden dock. The cottage has a wrap around deck with great lake views. There are over 20 rhododendron bushes on the property. A smart TV allows streaming your favorite shows.

Cozy country home-4 bedrooms, 4 en suite bathrooms
Our house is close to Cornell University (7 miles), Ithaca College (5 miles), Downtown Ithaca (6 miles) Ithaca Airport (10 miles). You’ll love your stay because of its beautiful, quiet location -- a private house on several acres. It is a short walk to 20 acre Jennings Pond and the Danby State Forest. Each bedroom has its own en suite bathroom. The house has a 32” Roku HD Smart TV
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