Serene Lake Retreat with Stunning Views Close to CU and IC | House in Ithaca

10.0 (2 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Northwest Ithaca House | Serene Lake Retreat with Stunning Views Close to CU and IC

2 Bedroom House in Northwest Ithaca, Ithaca

Charming 2-Bedroom Log Lake Home with Modern Comforts! Embrace serene views from the side patio, covered deck, indoor viewing room, or explore the spacious lakeside yard. Recent renovations blend rustic charm with a contemporary interior. Only 8 mins from Cornell, 12 mins to IC, and 8 mins to downtown. Conveniently located near wineries, restaurants, hiking trails, and more! Accommodates 4 guests with a queen bed and bunk beds. Kayaks also available for your enjoyment!

The space
Welcome to the lake! Parking is available for one car in our driveway. Free street parking is also available on a first-come first-served basis. The home is off of a main road into town, so you will have everything the Finger Lakes has to offer at your fingertips.

Upon parking, guests will head down a long but gently sloped flight of stairs where you will find a teal log home waiting your arrival. There are two patios to choose from- one on the side of the home which gives wonderful privacy, or a covered patio at the front of the home to soak in breathtaking views. Once guests enter, you'll be greeted by an airy viewing room with ample large windows facing the lake. A great place to sit and enjoy the view, have a morning coffee at the breakfast table, or work with a view at the desk!

The viewing room opens into a cozy and chic living room with ample seating, an electric fireplace, faux fur rug, 55 inch Smart TV, and even a neon sign.

On either side of the fireplace, guests will find both bedrooms- one with a queen bed and one with a bunk bed. Each bedroom includes a closet, overhead lighting, and table lights.

Through the living room, a light, spacious kitchen is cheerfully awaiting. With an island/prep table, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave, and skylights, this is a great area for families and friends. The kitchen also features french doors leading to the patio for easy outdoor dining.

Through a short hallway off the kitchen, you'll find the bathroom. A vanity with ample lighting and a standing shower makes getting ready a breeze. Laundry is also located off of the kitchen behind accordion doors.

Continue down the steps to find a very large yard with kayak launch and a small dock. Kayaks, life jackets, and paddles available for free. Dock is great for fishing or just enjoying the water. No boat docking is allowed. Please note that there are 86 steps from the parking area to the home. There are an additional 20 steps from the house to the lake front.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the home and lake area.

Other things to note
Please also note that there are 86 steps to access the home. They are not steep, but they are many. There are an additional 20 steps from the home to the lake front

Serene Lake Retreat with Stunning Views Close to CU and IC is located in Northwest Ithaca. Serene Lake Retreat with Stunning Views Close to CU and IC provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, among other amenities. This House features Internet, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Serene Lake Retreat with Stunning Views Close to CU and IC has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Northwest Ithaca has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Northwest Ithaca, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 88 stairs to reach property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • On the waterfront
  • On the lake
  • Desk chair
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Jeff C.
Apr 16, 2025 01:44:51 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Despite (not unusual) rainy April weather, we enjoyed our stay at this property - with its beautiful view into the Lake where we could watch the Cornell crew team row past in the chilly drizzle and then make the quick trip into town for a visit to the winter farmer’s market and some gorge trail exploration. Heading back to the comfortable confines with a bottle from a local vineyard, it was a truly pleasurable experience. Communicative, helpful hosts.
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