Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell

4.8

Outstanding(101 Reviews)

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this house rental

Great for a family vacation or a weekend get-away with friends, the "Cottage at Taughannock" shares a border with Taughannock State Park for extraordinary hiking, boating and swimming. Enjoy the lovely rhododendron garden flowers & birds. Play outdoor yard games & indoor board games. Study or work at desks in several bedrooms. Internet speed is 83 Mbps. Prepare meals & dine in the cottage “garden room” or grill & dine on the adjacent patio. At night, watch the stars, the fireflies, & build a fire in the patio fire pit. Sleep well on comfortable beds.
The cottage is uniquely located next to Taughannock Falls State Park. Yet, it is only 4 miles from shopping in Trumansburg and 10 miles from Ithaca. It is located on the Cayuga Scenic Trail as well as the Cayuga Wine Trail, making it a central location for beauty and touring.
The entire cottage and yard are yours to use and enjoy while renting. The garage contains some outdoor games and the trash cans for you to access, but is not otherwise for guest use.
This is a pet-free property. If you have severe pet allergies, please be advised that the most recent time a cat stayed briefly at the cottage was in February 2023.
During (now more often) hot summer days and nights, the cottage garden room has a tower AC unit to cool down the public spaces. Each bedroom has its own AC window or wall unit.
We are just a phone call away if you have any questions or concerns! Please feel free to contact me. I may message you to check in with you, but will leave the interaction up to your level of comfort.
The cottage is located on Rt. 89 (Taughannock Blvd.) Neighbors are spread out along the road, but the houses are out of sight from the house. The back yard is very private due to hills surrounding the bowl-shaped yard.
You will need your own car. (No public transportation) There is parking for 3-4 cars.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Watkins Glen State Park

29.2 mi

Taughannock Falls State Park

1.2 mi

Buttermilk Falls State Park

14.7 mi

Ithaca Falls Natural Area

12.4 mi

Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell

4.8

Outstanding(101 Reviews)

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Watkins Glen State Park

29.2 mi

Taughannock Falls State Park

1.2 mi

Buttermilk Falls State Park

14.7 mi

Ithaca Falls Natural Area

12.4 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(101 Reviews)

4.8

Aug 2024

Had a wonderful weekend with some friends at the home. It's got lots of privacy, a beautiful yard and the home is warm and inviting. ACs in every bedroom ensured it was very cool, even in July! We'll definitely book the place again next time we're headed to Ithaca :)

4.8

Aug 2024

The property is beautiful and we enjoyed the flower gardens. Very close to the Taughannock SP where did an easy hike to the waterfall. House was comfortable and well-equipped.

4.8

Jun 2024

So many great outdoor activities in this area. Cottage was so comfortable, hosts are fantastic. Property around the cottage was beautifully landscaped and private. Highly recommend!

4.8

Jun 2024

Great spot for a group to enjoy the Finger Lakes. Easy access to Taughannock Falls and Ithaca; manageable drive to Seneca and even Keuka. The house was charming, with a well-equipped kitchen, a great dining space for meals together (and card games afterwards), and a cozy living room to enjoy a movie. But the real stars of the show were the patio and the garden, which was truly spectacular with everything in bloom when we visited in early June.

4.8

May 2024

A great property that's a 15 min drive to downtown Ithaca. It gave us a feeling of seclusion along with it being close to everything. The space was clean, well cared for and it had all of the things necessary to host a family gathering/celebration

4.8

Jan 2024

We had an event at a place in Trumansburg so we decided to find a place close to spend the weekend. The cottage was perfect, owners were very communicative, place was clean and well stocked, and it’s in a very convenient location. Private and relaxing atmosphere, would highly recommend!

4.8

Aug 2023

The cottage is comfortable. The bedrooms (3) are certainly adequate. The forth bedroom is two very small beds. Perfect for kids. The kitchen is fully equipped. We had a nice stay.

4.8

Jul 2023

Our family gathered for a wedding on the lake - and it was magical. The house was perfect with the state park across the street and the beautiful back yard. The kitchen was fully appointed and had all we needed. Bedding was comfortable Ann has been amazing to communicate with from the very beginning. I don't hesitate at all in saying - book it!

4.8

Aug 2022

For the most part my family and l enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The house appeared clean but my daughter and son suffered severe allergies from the layer of dust under furniture and behind beds. Bedroom rugs smell old and musty. That said, the kitchen and bathroom were clean. Cottage has great potential, just needs some TLC and a good vacuuming.

4.8

Aug 2022

We were 1 minute from beach area of lake, easy 9 min drive to center of town, kids had awesome time in yard, various lawn games on site, owner very accommodating with any questions we had. Whenever will go to Ithica area coming back if available.

4.8

Aug 2022

The Cottage was perfect! From booking to check out, everything we needed while visiting family in Ithaca. Ann and Chad were awesome hosts. We will be back.

4.8

Aug 2022

Excellent property. Older building but well maintained. Ann was very responsive to our requests. Comfortable beds. Beautiful backyard and kitchen more than adequate. We were there for our daughter’s wedding and the proximity to the venue (2 miles) was a key feature. Only one negative and that is the property fronts busy Highway 89 with a 55 mph speed limit. Traffic noise was not too bad but the driveway is not easy to see and you’ll get lots of honks from following traffic as you signal and brake for the driveway. Entering the driveway with following traffic is a challenge so slow and signal early. And ignore the honking.

4.8

Dec 2021

We needed a central location for our small family to gather for Thanksgiving. The cottage was the perfect fit, both in terms of location and the amenities available.

4.8

Nov 2021

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving

We needed a central location for our small family to gather for Thanksgiving. The cottage was the perfect fit, both in terms of location and the amenities available.

4.8

Nov 2021

Just as described on VRBO. This lovely home was clean and cozy and had everything we needed to enjoy the weekend in Ithaca. We were visiting our son and his roommates who are students at Cornell. The fully stocked kitchen and large dining area with picture window was a blessing as it rained ALOT so we stayed in mostly and just enjoyed each other’s company. Would definitely recommend!

4.8

Nov 2021

Visited with a few friends and had a great stay - great living spaces inside and a gorgeous outdoor area as well.

4.8

Oct 2021

Clean and cozy

Clean and cozy

4.8

Oct 2021

Beautiful stay in Ithaca

Beautiful stay in Ithaca

Visited with a few friends and had a great stay - great living spaces inside and a gorgeous outdoor area as well.

4.8

Oct 2021

Owners were very responsive to any questions.

4.8

Oct 2021

The location was great. It is a quaint house with a farm-house vibe, but a little musty. The dining room is large with a new table and chairs for a large group. We enjoyed the large picture window that looked out to the garden and back lawn. The owners were very good communicators and very attentive. Check in was super easy. The beds were very comfortable and had lots of pillows. The kitchen appliances were very good, but the cupboards and cookware were a little tired. The internet worked great. This is a great house for a pretty large family group.

4.8

Oct 2021

Finger Lakes region great

Finger Lakes region great

Owners were very responsive to any questions.

4.8

Sep 2021

Great location

Great location

4.8

Sep 2021

Very family friendly home. So nice to have a high chair, PAC and Play, toys and back yard. Close drive to State Park and Nature Center.

4.8

Aug 2021

Great for families!

Great for families!

Very family friendly home. So nice to have a high chair, PAC and Play, toys and back yard. Close drive to State Park and Nature Center.

4.8

Aug 2021

Enjoyable Week In Ithaca and Surrounding Area

Enjoyable Week In Ithaca and Surrounding Area

Cottage was lovely and perfect amount of space for our family. It was comfortable, clean and quiet. Lovely yard and fun for the kids to see the many animals in the morning. Short drive to Ithaca and area parks.

4.8

Aug 2021

Perfect for my family that enjoys outdoor activity. Tranquil backyard with wildlife. Attentive and responsive hosts. A lovely week at a great place.

4.8

Aug 2021

This was a trip back to Ithaca, haven’t been in a few years. It was great to hike, see campus, Ithaca beer co, visit Thirstyowl and enjoy downtown! The property was exactly what we needed for 2 families. Had plenty of space inside and out enjoyed a BBQ and a night by the fire pit to wrap up the day.

4.8

Aug 2021

Beautiful surroundings

Beautiful surroundings

Perfect for my family that enjoys outdoor activity. Tranquil backyard with wildlife. Attentive and responsive hosts. A lovely week at a great place.

4.8

Aug 2021

We had a wonderful time at Ann and Chad’s house. The grounds are beautiful and my 4 year old grand daughter enjoyed exploring the creek.

4.8

Jul 2021

Back to Ithaca

Back to Ithaca

4.8

Jul 2021

Ann and Chad’s house

Ann and Chad’s house

We had a wonderful time at Ann and Chad’s house. The grounds are beautiful and my 4 year old grand daughter enjoyed exploring the creek.

4.8

Jul 2021

This quaint home is located right on the main road along Cayuga Lake just a quarter mile from Taughannock State Park and Waterfalls. Trumansburgh is just around the corner for food and shopping, and despite being on a main road, there is very little traffic at night and easily negotiated during the day. The outdoor fire pit and patio are super comforable and welcoming. Accommodations include two bedrooms downstairs with a full bath in the hall, and another bedroom on the second floor. There are also two twin beds on the staircase landing that has a door and privacy shutters. The smaller bathroom is located at the bottom of the stairs in the kitchen. Our check in code was not programmed into the door lock,, but a quick call to Ann, and she was able to give us the old code.. There r a lot of ants around the kitchen,, but all else was clean and very well maintained...in all honesty, this house is located adjacent to the state park, so a few ants are no surprise.. Neither was the baby bunny who spent his mornings eating grass on the patio.. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

4.8

Jul 2021

We really enjoyed the property.

4.8

Jul 2021

A great spot for a family gathering, comfortable home, well equipped kitchen for a family of cooks, and convenient to vineyards and beautiful parks.

4.8

Jul 2021

Annual Motorcycle ride with Brothers

Annual Motorcycle ride with Brothers

4.8

Jun 2021

The property is exactly as represented in the listing. A wonderful cottage in a great location. Very cozy and comfortable with a beautiful garden. Ann is a wonderful communicator who checked on us during our stay.

4.8

Jun 2021

It was a lovely home with a beautiful garden.

It was a lovely home with a beautiful garden.

We really enjoyed the property.

4.8

Jun 2021

Great getaway

Great getaway

A great spot for a family gathering, comfortable home, well equipped kitchen for a family of cooks, and convenient to vineyards and beautiful parks.

4.8

Jun 2021

This house was charming. My family was in town for my son's graduation and we all loved the property. The house was beautiful and quaint. Waking up with coffee and watching the birds and chipmunks in the yard was very relaxing. We were only a short drive to Ithaca and the drive into town was less than 10 minutes. Would absolutely stay here again.

4.8

Jun 2021

Wonderful cottage

Wonderful cottage

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cayuga Lake?

The average price for a rental in Cayuga Lake is $525 per night. This rental is $135 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

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About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

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Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cayuga Lake?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Cottage at Taughannock--State Park, Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?

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