My husband, dog and I stayed for two weeks and had a fantastic time. The home was perfect for us to get a feel for the area, see the snow, and visit the wineries, find good restaurants, and of course take the waterfall hikes. The owners were responsive to our questions about house and area. Our dog loved having the freedom in the yard. Great central location. Thank you.

The property was just as described- very well maintained and beautiful panoramic views of the lake. It was quiet and peaceful and just as described in the listing. It was a great location to relax and a great location being 5-10 minutes from Downtown Ithaca restaurants, Taughanock Falls and Buttermilk.

Beautiful location. Just the right time to view fall colors while exploring waterfalls on numerous hiking trails and driving peaceful country roads. Tons of wineries and distilleries to visit plus downtown Ithaca with great restaurants and eateries. Our VRBO host was wonderful and the house had everything you could need! Beautiful clear water and open skies to view from the large deck, the dock, or by the fire pit at night. The one drawback named by several others is the tricky driveway—best to have four-wheel drive and steely nerves.

Great house right on the lake, plenty of room, nice yard area for kids + dogs. Kayaking and fishing right off the dock area. Plenty to do nearby including waterfalls, farmers market, wineries and a short ride in to Ithaca.

Enjoyed this property, view and location. Close to grocery stores and wineries, and being near the end of the lake it was private and had little boat traffic. House was clean and we were satisfied with our week spent at this property

We had a wonderful time! The property was very welcoming and well equipped with all our needs! Carolyn was very attentive to our questions and needs (especially when we locked ourselves out!). We loved the ability to bring our dog too. He loved the dock as much as us! Thank you for sharing your home with us! Montani Family

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home with its amazing views of the lake! We loved spending our time swimming, kayaking/canoeing, grilling, and relaxing in the hammock or by the fire. And it’s so close to the many beautiful waterfalls! We will definitely miss this place.

The view from the living room is fantastic and it is well maintained and clean. Three bedrooms gave us a lot of space but we had to share one bathroom. We managed. The location is between Ithaca and some beautiful state parks so the location is pretty close to perfect. We wished we had more time to enjoy the dock on the lake. Kitchen was well equipped with all we needed. Beds were clean and comfortable. If there was an item of concern it was the driveway. Very steep and hard to navigate onto the main road. Wouldn't want to be there with snow. Note, however, the current owners really have no control over this.

This was a wonderful property near everything--waterfalls, Cornell, restaurants, all are a short drive away. The owner was also very responsive. I can't say enough good things about the property. It's good to know that the driveways are tricky--and steep. I have a mini-cooper and next time I stay I'll rent a car to come! But I certainly hope to return!

Beautiful location with spectacular lake views. Nicely updated kitchen. Be ready for steps!

We had a wonderful time and the views were to die for. Everything we needed was there up to the drip coffee pot. The house was close to hiking trails and wineries and it was nice to come back, relax, and use the canoe and kayak. We would definitely book again.

We had a magical stay at this property. My husband, kids (ranging in ages from 8-14), and I made many wonderful memories at the house. The driveway is indeed steep, but manageable. The steps down are a great excuse to have an extra scoop of ice cream at the end of the day! Thanks so much for sharing your house with us!

Beautiful view and great place to relax and rest. The home is warm and cozy. Because of the steepness of the hill the stairs feel like a lot but if you plan on not doing too much for the day it’s not a problem. So just plan not to bring too much stuff that requires lots of ups and downs. The faucet is short so it is too close to the back of the sink when washing hands. Hopefully when they update they get a long faucet. Overall no complaints , and hope other visitors take good care of the home when visiting so others can enjoy again and again. It’s one of those homes that makes you feel like you’re in a hallmark movie.

Beutiful view of the lake with well equipped kitchen and clean bedrooms. Plenty of toys and boardgames for children to play with. We were very happy with our stay. Definitely, would stay again. The only downside of the place is that there is only one bathroom.

The view of the lake was awesome- we really enjoyed watching the many species of ducks! Home was clean, beds very comfortable and kitchen had everything we needed.

We have stayed in several places along the lake in Ithaca and this is hands down the best place we have ever stayed in. We loved the house, the furnishings, the view, the games, the deck, the dock, the grill and the indoor and outdoor plates. We love to cook so the long counter space and sink overlooking the lake and grill were a real bonus. Above all this, Carolyn was responsive, kind and accommodating! I can’t recommend the place enough and can’t wait to stay there again!

Lovely lake side stay with a great view. Dogs loved the fenced in deck and yard. We enjoyed the kayaks available on the property. There are a lot of stairs as the host mentions, so just be prepared

My family enjoyed the house a great deal. The house is gorgeous, and the host is very accommodating and responsive to questions. Carolyn would reply to emails almost instantaneously. We loved the property and we loved the location. The kitchen in the house is fantastic. The house was just the right size and just the right location for our visit to Cornell and downtown Ithaca. We will come back again for the hikes and the wineries for sure.

Excellent lake house close to Ithaca. Steps down to house and lake not an issue for us at all House was super well equipped. This isn’t one of those investment properties. You can tell a family has put a lot of work and care into this home. We would love to stay here again

Having grown up in the area I could not wait to take my two tween/teen daughters to see the finger lakes in fall. The property was better than expected- it is a cottage on the lake- but it did feel more like a home. The property was beautiful. Plenty of trees and leaves to crunch. You can not beat the windows in the living room for a sunrise over the lake- the whole wall is windows, no obstructions to the beauty of Cayuga Lake! I also loved how close it is to Ithaca- easy to get to restaurants and shops although the Kitchen is completely equipped to cook any meal. Any age person would enjoy this stay- there is something for everyone. And yes, as with most all lake front properties, there are plenty of stairs. Absolutely worth the climb.

Great location close to Ithaca on the lake but read the details. Only 1 bathroom for 3 bedroom. Stairs and driveway are no joke. It was exhausting going up and down and I am in great shape. Ruined a suitcase dragging it up 100 steps. Driveway and parking is downright scary and dangerous. House is old and run down with thrift shop furniture and garage sale kitchen staples. Yard is not maintained and outdoor furniture is horrible. Weeds all over. Bugs all over the windows. We had to hose them off. Lawn was not mowed in the 2 weeks we were there. Absolutely no place to walk a dog. You must drive to park a mile down the road. Taughannock rd / 89 is not safe to walk. Very disappointed for the price we paid. I expected much more.

We loved our relaxing two weeks here! I thought all the stairs would be challenging but they were no problem. The house is lovely and has everything you would need. Carolyn had some helpful suggestions. All in all, it was a perfect vacation!

Having gone to Cornell in the 90's and vacationing in the Finger Lakes once or twice a year for the past 20+ years, I know these shores pretty well. This VRBO rental is comparatively very well updated and well maintained. I appreciate the professional cleaning service as it clearly shows with the level of cleanliness. Upon entering, I enjoyed the smell of bleach in the bathrooms. This was the first lakefront rental where we felt immediately comfortable and ready to relax the moment we arrived. We spent mornings hiking trails or just a lazy canoe paddle from the dock. We brought our own life jackets but there are some in a bin on the dock available. One evening, we enjoyed making smores by a campfire as well. The kitchen is well stocked, and we grilled a few times. Although we are moving to the South this year, we hope to be able to return for an annual vacation every summer, and we will be sure to include this property on a list to return. Thank you!

Loved our stay with our group of 4 adults and two dogs. House is at a great location, clean with lots of windows for a fantastic view of the lake. Close to trails, restaurants, grocery and everything else for a great stay. Owners were great with all communication and check in and helped make our stay easy and hassle free. Thanks for a great vacation!!

My 3 yo daughter can’t stop talking about “the lake house.” The weather was perfect, the property spotless, sans the spiders and some ants…. Which are to be expected at a house literally on the lake. Everything was pristine, anything you’d need to cook and clean up was available. The location was perfect for our family- we spent the entire week doing outdoor activities. The on property kayaks were much appreciated, as were the life jackets. My daughter enjoyed fishing on the dock, though the ducks were much luckier than she was. The dogs had a blast swimming and sunbathing, though the amount of steps became exhausting for our old man (9.5 yo lab) by our last day. Very close to town, 10 minute drive to most restaurants and Buttermilk falls. Be advised- as described the driveway is very steep. Also snakes are prevalent in the yards. Non poisonous and mostly water snakes minding their own business but something to keep in mind. Overall, fantastic stay. Thank you so much.

Great home and location to enjoy Ithaca. Plenty of space, big kitchen, had everything we needed. It was wonderful to be able to have the dog with us. He liked watching the crew teams practice every morning. The driveway is as described and definitely takes some practice! Thanks for sharing your home with us!

Wonderful home with gorgeous views! Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are hoping to return sometime, when it's warmer! 😊

Location was good and view amazing. The living room chair and desk need replaced, desk was falling apart. Kitchen table could be updated also

We drove up from Florida with our dogs to drop our son off at Cornell for spring semester and needed a dog friendly place to stay. The lake house was perfect! The views were spectacular and the property had everything we needed. If we drive up again, I would definitely look to stay at this house again. The owner reached out prior to our visit and was easily accessible!

This property was wonderful. We are all in decent shape so the stairs were fine. The view of the lake and sunrises were beautiful. This property was close to everything we wanted to see and do! Thanks again for sharing your home!

The house is in a great location if you want to be close to Ithaca and many wineries. The lake view is amazing, along with the outside area which would be fantastic to enjoy in warmer weather. It was pretty cool to watch the crew teams practice in the morning. The check in process was easy. It should be noted that the driveway and steps for the house are very steep. I know the listing mentions this, but they are really steep. There was no outdoor lighting on the stairs and with the sun setting at just after 6PM, they can be treacherous to maneuver when coming back for the day or going out to dinner. It is a little inconvenient only having one source of water on the 1st floor down the stairs from the living room and main bedroom, you definitely get your exercise! The house has everything you need for a quiet and comfortable stay though.

Very clean and awesome view of the Lake especially upstairs. The deck and dock was great for fishing, BBQ and just hanging out by the water. Host is very responsive and helpful :) Location is very close to Ithaca but driveway is very steep and lots of stairs so be prepared. Only one bathroom but other than that we were very comfortable.