Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown

8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(5 Ratings)

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

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.
The core of the home dates from 1890 has been expanded over the years with a distinctive architecture that preserves the original elements of the home. The home is thoughtfully decorated in an eclectic style that ties you to Ithaca and the lake. There’s a well-stocked kitchen and plenty of places to entertain indoors and out.
For movie nights, there’s a high definition projector and 80-inch screen.
There’s off-street parking for three cars.
Guests have access to the whole property and house. The house is located on an acre that slopes from Taughannock Boulevard down to 100 feet of frontage on Cayuga Lake. There’s lots of space inside and out for guests to socialize, including a large dining table on the giant porch, a fire pit, a picnic table on the dock, and a small yard by the lake.
Please respect our neighbors and do not go past (or allow pets to go past) the no trespassing signs on either side of the beach.
We’re available by phone anytime to address any concerns you may have, but guests check in and out on their own and have privacy during their stay.
We do employ a landscaping company which may need to cut the grass, clear leaves, or plow the driveway during your stay. We do our best to give guests advanced warning, but please be patient as we try to keep the property in great shape for you to enjoy.
The house is along the west shore of Cayuga lake in the Town of Ithaca. It’s a short drive to downtown Ithaca, Cornell University, and Taughannock Falls. It’s also a great base to explore the Finger Lakes wine region.
You need a car to get to the house. The driveway is steep. There’s room for three cars at the bottom of the driveway or two at the top (in case of snow or ice).
To protect the lake, our wastewater is pumped up to the sewer on Taughannock Blvd. To protect the pump,please do not put anything into sinks or drains except for the “Three Ps.” No wet wipes, please!

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Watkins Glen State Park

18.6 mi

Taughannock Falls State Park

5.8 mi

Buttermilk Falls State Park

4.2 mi

Ithaca Falls Natural Area

2.6 mi

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Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown

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8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(5 Ratings)

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Watkins Glen State Park

18.6 mi

Taughannock Falls State Park

5.8 mi

Buttermilk Falls State Park

4.2 mi

Ithaca Falls Natural Area

2.6 mi

Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(5 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

We had a family gathering for Christmas at the treehouse, which meant we did quite a big cooking and hanging out together. The Treehouse was just perfect and had such a lovely view. Thanks!

6.0 / 10.0

Nov 2023

We loved the location and the story/age of the home makes a person feel warm & happy! SO MUCH TO LOVE about this property but the last thing anyone wants to see while on vacation is large amounts black & pink slimy mold in the shower. Sinks need scrubbed etc.... Kitchen windows look up a beautiful hillside but are so dirty it was hard to see out. Simply put lack of maintenance & repairs inside dropped our rating lower. If this home was cleaned properly we would have easily it a 5 out of 5!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

We loved this lakefront home! Six 50+ adults stayed from Sept 13-17, 2023. The property is very private with a lakefront dock and boat canoe/kayak/sailboat launch. The website description is accurate. We went to Watkins Glenn, Buttermilk Falls, Kayaking (Chemung River), horseback riding (Painted Bar), and Ithica Brewery. Fire-pit on the beach at night. Had some great dinners at local restaurants within 5-10 minutes drive (Boatyard Grill, Mia, Moosewood, Maxie's Supper Club). The host was very responsive to any questions. We did not encounter any issues during our stay. Highly recommend!!!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Beautiful, well maintained, clean lake house. Beautiful architecture with old lake house charm. Great dock and waterfront.

8.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Very nice place. Could use some updating inside, but that is all part of the charm. The Sunrise from the dock is quite beautiful.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Cayuga Lake is $325 per night. This rental is $15 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown. 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 Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown?

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

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Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown

House in Cayuga Lake, NY

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Cayuga Lake, NY

Nearby attractions

Ratings and 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 Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown?

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