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A light blue lake house is visible surrounded by lush greenery. Large windows provide extensive views of the water. Outdoor seating is arranged on the porch, and a well-maintained lawn converges at the water's edge, enhancing the connection to the lakeside environment.

Home in Ithaca

5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

It’s time to plan your lake vacation for 2025

Winter got you down? It's the perfect time to plan your getaway at this gorgeous lake house with views from every room. Fully equipped new kitchen with everything you might need! Dining table seats 10. Sliding doors to water, 2-sided-fireplace, living room w/sectional, desk & 65"TV. Queen guest room w/full bath. 3rd bedroom w/twin-over-full bunks & daybed. Sleeper sofa, tv, & reading nook. King suite w/fireplace & deck. Luxury master bath. Outdoor dining table, huge deck, gas bbq, & 2 fire pits.

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A scenic view of a lake is framed by lush greenery. A table is set between two Adirondack chairs, featuring a vase filled with colorful flowers. The calm water reflects the soft tones of the surrounding landscape.

Home in Ithaca

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews

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.

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A welcoming view of the lake house is presented, featuring a sloping driveway leading to the home. Lush green grass surrounds the property, while trees frame the scene. The serene lake is visible in the background, enhancing the tranquil setting.

Home in Ulysses

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

It's Great to be on Cayuga

Beautiful Cayuga Lake home with separate cottage. Located 10 mins. from downtown Ithaca and 15 mins. from Cornell Univ./Ithaca College. Stairs or an electric tram (for those with mobility issues) from the house lead to a grass lawn and dock at lake level. Taughannock Blvd. is a highly desirable location in Ithaca, offering easy access to Taughannock Falls State Park, which features a stunning 215-foot waterfall and hiking trails, as well as nearby wineries, restaurants, and other attractions.

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The front porch is framed by lush greenery and colorful flowers, showcasing a welcoming entrance. A wooden door with glass inserts invites guests inside, while potted plants enhance the vibrant outdoor space. The warm tones of brick stairs lead to the charming porch.

Home in Ithaca

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Vintage Haven w/Eclectic Decor in Downtown Ithaca

A gorgeous garden, antique furniture, delightful front porch, back patio, bright kitchen and eclectic art make my home an unforgettable Ithaca experience! Only 10-15 minute walk from busses, the Ithaca Commons, West end shops, yoga studios, and Wegmans. Uniquely decorated living, kitchen, dining, entry (w/piano!) and half-bath on the first floor; two bedrooms, full bath and yoga room on the second floor; and two bedrooms and half bath on the third floor. Great for small and larger groups alike!

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Home in Ithaca

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews

Lakefront Perfect For Familiy, Wineries, Colleges

Relax in our single family home in the Town of Ithaca. We are only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca, but it is a world apart. Clean, stylish home with amazing lake views. Swim off our private dock and enjoy the lakeside firepit. Kayaks, canoe provided. Our heat and air conditioning work year round. We are located near Finger Lakes Wineries, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls, Ithaca Farmer's Market and the Commons. Launch your boat from nearby Treman Marina.

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Home in Ithaca

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

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.

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Home in Interlaken

5 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

Quaint Lake Home w/ Stunning Views & Private Decks

Welcome to your new home away from home! This charming and cozy lake-home features 3 bedrooms, 4 beds and 1 bathroom, breathtaking views, sprawling deck space, a private dock and more. Its central yet private location gives easy access to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, wineries, restaurants and more. Ample parking, sleeping options, and yard space makes this home perfect for families, small/medium groups, or just yourself! An easy drive to Taughannock Park, Cornell & IC too!

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A wooden dock extends toward clear waters, flanked by grassy banks and wooded areas. A rustic cabin with outdoor equipment is visible, alongside kayaks and fishing gear. Steps lead up from the water to a home nestled among the trees, offering a serene lakeside setting.

Home in Ithaca

5 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

FL I - Cayuga Lake front home, 5 miles to Ithaca

"FirstLight 1" is quiet retreat on Cayuga Lake. Close to Cornell, IC, state parks, and the wine trails. Walk to the Black Diamond Trail minutes from the front door. Kayaks, fishing poles available. Bring your snowshoes, hiking shoes or bicyles. 41 steps down to the door from our easy off road parking. Another 52 steps down gets you to the shore. Respecting the quiet neighborhood, no guests, no parties, no jet skis, no motorized boats, no smoking.

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A view of the cottage and surrounding landscape along the lake, highlighting the designated dock for cottage B. Nearby cottages A and C are visible amidst lush greenery, with stairs leading up to the properties from the water's edge.

Cottage in Ithaca

5 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews

Enjoy Cottage Life on Cayuga Lake

Beautiful Cayuga Lake location, featuring docks, seasonal floating bouncer, 2 kayaks, a canoe, and a row boat, perfect for a leisurely paddle. Outdoor grill and beautiful new deck added to the side yard. Just 1 mile to town. Views of Ithaca and Cornell University. Newly renovated kitchen, bedrooms and bath. Close to walking, cycling trails (aka Ithaca's Black Diamond Trail) and Ithaca restaurants. Just a five minute drive to Taughannock Falls State Park.

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A dining area is highlighted by a large window displaying views of Cayuga Lake. A colorful tablecloth covers the table, while a candle holder with green candles is centered on it. A glimpse of outdoor seating and a distant umbrella can be seen on the deck.

Home in Lansing

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

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.

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A wooden dock extends into the lake, surrounded by smooth stones and grass. The clear water reflects clouds and a flag gently waves in the breeze. Lush green hills rise in the background, providing a scenic view of the landscape.

Home in Lansing

5 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

The Lake House at Lansing Harbor

Thoughtfully designed 3 bedroom, 1 bath, newly renovated lakefront home with sweeping views of Cayuga Lake. There is a private dock, fire pit, and yard. Easy access to Ithaca, Aurora, wineries, and breweries. Be sure to also book one of our BRAND NEW pontoon rentals during your stay to access Taughannock Falls State Park, Boatyard Grill, Ithaca Farmer’s Market, wineries & more by water!

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Cottage in Ithaca

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews

Beautiful Cayuga Lakehouse weekly rentals July Aug

My place is available for three night minimum in June, July, and August and two night minimum in the off season. We do rent year round as our driveway is promptly plowed and maintained in the winter. We are close to parks and restaurants. Nice ambiance. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets).

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Lake Living w/ Salt Water Hot Tub

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews2 months ago

We had a wonderful few days at Marshall’s place. It was the perfect winter getaway! The house was just as described and pictured in the listing. The view is incredible! It was very cozy and perfect for our family. My boys enjoyed the hot tub and the games provided, as well. All of the details provided in advance left us with no questions! Marshall also periodically checked in with us and even extended our check out time. We had a great time and would love to come back at some point in the future! Thank you Marshall for opening up your home to us. We truly enjoyed it.

Home in Lansing

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Cozy Lakeside Cottage

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews8 months ago

Beautiful house on the lake. Excellent communication with the hosts. Lots to do in the area, kayaking, hiking, enjoying the scenery, and great breweries! Parking was a little tricky on some of the nights, but Will and Alicia responded right away when we had questions! Highly recommend!

Cottage in Ithaca

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Scenic Cayuga lake cottage style home One bedroom

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews24 months ago

My daughter and I spent a lovely weekend in Shawn's home while in the area looking at colleges. Such a charming place, with so many places to enjoy a beautiful view of the lake. My favorite part was falling asleep to the view from the main bedroom. I especially appreciated the privacy curtains throughout the house - we felt safe and cozy at night. We would love to come back in the summer and enjoy the dock / lake!

Townhouse in Ithaca

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Lakehouse on Cayuga

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews6 months ago

Great spot right on the water overlooking Cayuga lake. we enjoyed beautiful sunrises and moonrises from the porch. It's also only 5-10m from downtown Ithaca, and 5m from taughannock falls, 15m from Cornell. Seneca lake wineries /breweries only 25m away. Property extremely well appointed: not cluttered, but still enough kitchenware, bedding, games, etc. The elevator via the driveway is great (and a fun quirk!) but I might recommend using the lower lot (via Ithaca yacht club) for bigger unloading/loading. we also enjoyed evening walks to the IYC kids park and nearby waterfalls. Glenwood pines also only a 5m walk (or 1m ride) for a quick bite. overall highly recommend! Cayuga nature center/treehouse was also close and fun for kiddos.

Home in Ithaca

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Cayuga Lakefront Camp

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews21 months ago

Ramsey was an excellent host, very responsive and considerate. We lived in Interlaken for 20 years and came back for the weekend with the whole family and staying at Ramsey’s cottage felt like we were right back at home. Highly recommend this cottage to anyone who wants to wake up to peaceful mornings on the lake, close access to wineries and breweries, and a few mile drive into downtown Trumansburg!

Cottage in Trumansburg

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Cayuga Lake Retreat with Level Lake Front

5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews8 months ago

This is a cute 1940s cabin right by the lake. It's not fancy, but it's right by the lake and sheltered by big old trees. It's also well equipped with kitchen utensils and kindling for the firepit, plus kayaks and life vests and pretty much everything we wanted for an outdoor weekend. I wish more lake houses were still like this! Nearby Milliken Station coal power plant shut down in 2019, so the railroad tracks for the coal deliveries are grown over with wildflowers and it's quite picturesque. Jenny notes that the water is not considered potable, however (related?), so make sure you bring drinking water! We had a fun time visiting Bright Leaf Vineyard, Aurora Shoe Co, and Aurora Brewing, and wandering around the town of Aurora (restored by the founder of American Girl Dolls), even though her alma mater Wells College is closing.

Cottage in Lansing

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Tiny Lake House Getaway!

4.77 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews1 month ago

For the two of us; healthy and mobile in our early sixties, we enjoyed the Tiny House's situation and lay out, it's steep baker's ladder up to the sleeping loft, the wooden steps from the road parking to the few steps over the Freight railway tracks to access the side door, and the accessibility to the front deck overlooking the pebbly Lake beach. We enjoyed the fun character and appreciated all the amenities of the house. Being bird enthusiasts we really appreciated the closeness to the Lake, it's birdlife, the views and the changing light and weather over the lake. it's a great situation. Ithaca town was, for us, accessible either by foot or by car. And we look forward to a future visit.

Tiny home in Ithaca

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Cottage directly on Cayuga Lake

4.6 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews9 months ago

Can’t beat this location right on Lake Cayuga, still close to downtown Ithaca, wineries, and hiking! House is exactly as advertised, a peaceful cottage on the lake. Yes there are 85 steps, and they are a lot, but worth it for the lake views! Beth was very responsive and helped us out right away with a neighbor’s dog barking at night. Thanks Beth for a great stay!!

Cottage in Ithaca

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Cottage Del Re

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews7 months ago

Christine is a wonderful host. She was very responsive to any questions and was a pleasure to talk to. The cottage had an amazing view right on the water and there are kayaks and other floaters to use. The cottage itself was so comfortable, clean and felt like home. It was very clean and well stocked with all the necessities. A favorite is the screened in room overlooking the lake. Definitely recommend a stay.

Cottage in Trumansburg

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