House vacation rentals in Tompkins County

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.

Awesome House on Cayuga Lake! (age 30+ excl. kids)

Age requirement 30+ (excluding kids). Great for families!! 1196 E. Shore Drive is a fabulous rustic lake house (circa 1890) on Cayuga Lake 2.5 miles from downtown Ithaca. 330 ft of frontage w/ full sun and awesome sunsets. Huge dock and hot tub. Incredible lawns and private. NOTE: the railroad tracks come close to the house and so does the road (traffic noise during the week is noticeable). And because of the tracks, the driveway is SHORT AND STEEP. Price based on # of people. See below.

Craftsman cottage near Cornell & Cayuga wine trail

Welcome to the upstate cottage of your dreams! This petite charmer has been tastefully renovated to curate a boutique guest experience. Enjoy cooking meals in the sunny gourmet kitchen, spinning 45s on the turntable, drinking coffee on the porch, or relaxing on the patio by a wood-burning chiminea. Fully-fenced yard with mature trees & bistro lighting, main floor king bed & bath, two living rooms, two indoor fireplaces! Minutes to downtown, hiking, waterfalls, IC, Cornell, &the Cayuga Wine Trail

The Homestead-One of Ithaca's Best!

Large spacious private vacation or business rental. Nine miles from Ithaca College and 15 minutes from downtown Ithaca, this property is located close to everything yet just far enough out of town for complete privacy. The spacious living space sleeps up to six while the yard and campfire area are large enough for football or to play Frisbee. Surrounded by forests and rolling hills, the view is spectacular. A trailhead for the Fingerlakes trail is within walking distance from the rental.

Vintage Charmer Waterfall views! sleeps 5!

BRAND NEW renovated bathroom as of March 22, new kitchen countertops as of summer '23. 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.

Charming kid-friendly Fall Creek home w skylights

Charming house in the Fall Creek neighborhood. Walk to the Farmers market, Sciencenter, Cayuga Waterfront Trail, gimme coffee, The Haunt, Stewart Park, golf course, Commons. Wood floors and skylights throughout. Laundry. Fully equipped kitchen. Small grassy backyard and balcony off master bedroom. Quiet street with plenty of parking. Beds available: 1 Queen bed, 1 full bed, 2 twin beds, 1 Futon, 1 sofa bed, one pull out cot. Aerobed and pack-and-play crib also available upon request.

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.

Classic Charm, Modern Comfort

Escape to a charming 1900s home with original woodwork and modern accents. Perfect for a cozy family/friend's getaway or as a home base for outdoor adventures. Enjoy the vibrancy of downtown living, close to nature! Located just around the corner from popular Gimme Coffee Shop, Ramen, Pizza, Bars, Breweries + more! 5 min drive to Cornell, Farmers Market, Trader Joes. 10 min walk to Ithaca Commons. <10 min drive to Ithaca College, hiking gorges, shopping, grocery + wineries.

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.