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ITHACA NY- 36 Acre Retreat, Breathtaking Sunsets, Private, CU, IC, Privacy-Enjoy

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Terrace/patio
Nice Place To Relax And Watch The Sunset

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ithaca College
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Loft

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ITHACA NY- 36 Acre Retreat, Breathtaking Sunsets, Private, CU, IC, Privacy-Enjoy

Our contemporary home sits atop 36 acres with breathtaking views of the hills and valleys. It sits back from the road by 800 feet and offers complete privacy.
Watching the sun set in the evenings, observing the star filled sky at night, backyard picnics and campfires, wine on the deck at the end of the day, playing games into the night with family and friends, gourmet dinners with your special person, cozy gatherings and great conversations in the open living space, the list goes on and on. This is the magic of our Ithaca home.
The kitchen is clean and well thought out. Quartz counter tops, stainless appliances and all the necessary tools and equipment needed for either soup and a sandwich or a complete gourmet meal. The dining nook comfortably seats 6 people (there is an extra table and four chairs disguised as an entrance table, if needed).
There is a gas fireplace and a large screen, smart TV in the living room. A large spa tub in the bathroom. The primary bedroom has a king size bed with large windows overlooking the amazing view. The second bedroom has two twin beds and a beautiful portable crib with an extra comfy mattress. The loft (Kids favorite part of the house) has two twin beds and a smart TV. The home has strong internet service.
I supply all towels and linens as well as paper products so there is no need to bring your own.
Location wise…the home is 6 miles to downtown Ithaca, 5 miles to Ithaca College, and 8 miles from Cornell University. We are 60 miles to Syracuse University and 42 miles from Binghamton University (in case you are checking out colleges and universities).
There are three state parks in the area including Taughannock Falls, Robert H. Treman, and Buttermilk Falls. They all offer swimming during the summer (Either waterfall or lake swimming), as well as great hiking. The Finger Lakes Trail is adjacent to our property . There are bike trails throughout the area. Great skiing both cross country (on our property) and downhill close by. There are lots of great restaurants, wineries, breweries, and museums (Johnson Museum of Art, Museum of the Earth (dinosaurs), and a hands-on science center (Ithaca Sciencenter). Do not miss the famous Ithaca Farmers Market.
I will respond quickly to all inquiries and would be happy to answer any questions you may have about our home, the area or if you need recommendations. I look forward to accommodating you on a family vacation, romantic getaway, college visit, girls weekend etc…
Come visit and relax on the back deck, take a deep breath and enjoy the sunsets/stars and unwind in our Finger Lakes home.

Property manager

Julie Menardi

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
There is a twin size cot in the 2nd bedroom. For any addition guests over 6 and up to 8, there will be an charge of $50 per person, per night.
There are no pets allowed on premises unless prior arrangements have been made.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ithaca

Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Buttermilk Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake. Puddledockers and EcoVillage at Ithaca are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Robert H. Treman State Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ithaca College - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cornell University - 16 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ITHACA NY- 36 Acre Retreat, Breathtaking Sunsets, Private, CU, IC, Privacy-Enjoy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ITHACA NY- 36 Acre Retreat, Breathtaking Sunsets, Private, CU, IC, Privacy-Enjoy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ITHACA NY- 36 Acre Retreat, Breathtaking Sunsets, Private, CU, IC, Privacy-Enjoy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ITHACA NY- 36 Acre Retreat, Breathtaking Sunsets, Private, CU, IC, Privacy-Enjoy located?

Located in the mountains, this Ithaca holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Buttermilk Falls State Park and Robert H. Treman State Park, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Ithaca Commons and Dewitt Park are also within 6 miles (10 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

10/10 Excellent

Arlene R.

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

Breathtaking views - AMAZING

This is the most peaceful little home in the most beautiful location - and that's saying something in Ithaca which has so many beautiful places! My husband and I had a lovely weekend, with this lovely cabin serving as a peaceful hub for our visit with our son. It is near enough to everything, while providing a private, quiet home base. Thank you for creating such a great gathering place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

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

Wonderful!

The home is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

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

Feels like home again

This is the third time we have stayed at this property and we just love it. The expansive panoramic view from the back porch is incredible. The house has everything you need and the hosts are responsive and wonderful. We love it here. The house is well situated near national Parks, Cornell, downtown Ithaca, etc We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

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

Stunning sunsets!

Beautiful home with stunning views. Cozy, clean and well appointed home. We loved our stay! Thank you to our wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Finger lakes weekend

Loved our stay, place very clean, comfy, fun and awesome views. had great weekend with college aged kids about to start new jobs. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlie P.

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

Perfect getaway

Property was clean and inviting. Location private. Host Julie was incredibly prompt in communication. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great Long Weekend

We spent a long weekend at the property while we visited and our high schooler worked on college essays. It was a perfect environment - beautiful views (even better than photos on the site), very well outfitted kitchen and quiet environment. The host was proactive in advance and, since it all went smoothly, we didn't need to reach out when we were there, but she was really great. We would absolutely come back again. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

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

You should stay here!

This was a wonderful property. The swing set and toy closet were a huge hit with our children. The view was AMAZING! The house was clean and had all the creature comforts. The location was fantastic. We have nothing negative to say about this property. We would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Excellent again

This is our go to place when spending time in the finger lakes. We have not been disappointed. It is always relaxing. Thanks again Julie for sharing your place and allowing us to share some memories with our 2 year old grandson. He loved the house, parks, waterfalls and science center. The three of us had a great time. Kevin and Donna P
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

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

Perfect little house with gorgeous views

A very comfortable house with a large open floor plan for hanging out, a well-stocked kitchen and lots of amenities. Wish we could have stayed longer to take advantage of everything. The kitchen was great to cook in, but it would have been nice to have a dishwasher. A note to others - the stairs up to the loft are VERY steep and only one person in our group of six was willing to climb up there to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Wonderful cottage at a great location

We spent two weeks in Julie's cottage and enjoyed every moment of it. The cottage is clean, very well laid out, has everything you need, and its location is fantastic. The view is spectacular, it is very quiet, but at the same time close to everything, from beautiful hikes through the gorges of the State parks to the lively town of Ithaca for breakfast, coffee or dinner. Besides that, we learned to milk a cow at Sunset View Creamery, rode the train tracks at Finger Lakes Rail Riders, tasted honey at Bright Raven Farm, did a tour at Harry Tubman's house, and visited the Corning Museum of Glass. Many cideries and wineries in the area provide evenings with live music for those who like some (after)dinner entertainment. And after all that excitement, it wonderful to come back to the quietness of the comfortable cottage and enjoy the view!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren B.

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

Beautiful haven

The property is lovely and the house is clean, well stocked, and cozy. It is truly a haven with birds flying, singing, and gorgeous views. A few issues, one significant. There was an army of large black ants in the kitchen. I am not sure if this can be combatted since the house is really in the country. The other issues…washer and dryer were advertised in the listing but a sign was put on the washer saying we could not use them. Also - no dishwasher.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Fantastic Again

My wife and I love this place. It is a great place to relax and unwind and I t is very quiet. If you want quiet and relaxing this is the place. We have stayed twice and will definitely be staying again (already looking for the next dates). Julie is an amazing host and responds quickly to any questions you might have. Trust me when I say if you book this property you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D., Brooklyn, NY, USA

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

Beautiful countryside cottage

Lovely little cottage - cozy and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Amazing

For my own selfish reasons I would love to leave a bad review because I don’t want everybody to know about this property but I wont. What an amazing place, I can’t say enough about it. The views are amazing, The quietness is amazing and relaxing. The house is amazing and we will be back. Did I mention this property is amazing? And Julie is too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

TRENA M.

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

Another perfect getaway!

This was our 2nd stay & much too short! This lovely home has everything you need & is one of the most peaceful places we have stayed. The beds are extremely comfortable. The hosts respond promptly to any needs & the views are breathtaking. This will always be our #1 choice when visiting Ithaca.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Gorgeous view, beautiful and comfortable home

What a wonderful stay we had at this house. The house is beautiful and clean, the view is just stunning. Our family loved the deck and the nice swing set. The location is awesome - gorgeous property and 10-20 minutes away from many things to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick I.

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

Gorgeous Sunsets

The house sits on a high hill overlooking a valley and other small mountains. The view is spectacular, especially at sunset. The house is clean and cute and it has everything you need to have a pleasant stay. We would definitely return if we were in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

TRENA M.

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

Peaceful & beautiful!

What a perfect retreat to stay in while dropping our daughter at college. Spectacular views & a cozy/lovely home was the perfect antidote to the chaos of college move in. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Fabulous place!!!

We had an absolutely wonderful weekend!! The house is just perfect and well stocked. No detail was spared. We loved it and will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lani C., Arlington, VA

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

Perfect location and beautiful view

This was one of our favorite places we've ever stayed. The view from the back porch was gorgeous, especially at sunset. Great location for exploring various state parks and hikes. Our daughter loved the loft bedroom. Thanks so much for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

The perfect weekend getaway

Everything about this place is great; from the views off the back porch to the updated interior and comfy couches/beds, to the quiet and spacious property, it's the perfect weekend getaway. And my kids LOVED the back yard, playset and hutch full of kites and towns. And it's only 10 mins to downtown Ithaca so you can get the best of both worlds. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeri A., Stamford, CT

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

Reminded me of little house on the prairie

Loved the house. Enjoyed the barn swallows flying around outside. Great views and great for star gazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

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

Amazing views

Gorgeous property with everything we needed for a perfect getaway. Well stocked and comfortable, the property is convenient to amazing hiking, wineries, cideries and restaurants. The amazing sunsets and coyote symphonies made the evening campfire the perfect ending to each day's adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Great House in the Country

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Loved the views of the fields and colorful trees. Perfect for our family. Well-stocked and homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Julie Menardi

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Why they chose this property

When you arrive you will feel all your stress melt away. You will take a deep breath and find relaxation comes so easy here. It's clean, uncluttered, and is so very peaceful. Our property is the hidden secret in the Ithaca area. Come see and feel what I mean and make our house your second home.

What makes this property unique

Secluded yet so close to everything Ithaca!
Every detail has been thought about and it is reflected in the entire home.
Kids LOVE the loft. It's like an inside fort just for them.

Languages:

English