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Lakefront on Cayuga Wine Trail, State Park, Ithaca, Hiking

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Welcome to Cayuga Cottage! Sit back, relax, and bask in the sun by the water.
Updated kitchen with spacious island and unbeatable lake views.
Outdoor covered patio with barbecue, fire pit, dining table, and bar.
Third floor balcony (summer only).
Cayuga Cottage, nestled lakeside surrounded by lush green.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Trumansburg, NY
  • Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ithaca Commons
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 (Lakeview)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (Lakeview)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 & Kid's Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4 (Lakeview, summer ONLY)

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Second Floor Bathroom 2 (summer ONLY)

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront on Cayuga Wine Trail, State Park, Ithaca, Hiking

Welcome to Cayuga Cottage! Nestled on Cayuga Lake, the cottage has sprawling views inside and out. Enjoy your coffee on the dock as the sun rises over the lake. Take the kids to the waterfront playground at Taughannock Falls State Park (5 min), then hike to the waterfall before hitting the Cayuga Wine Trail (10 min). Hungry? Fire up the grill and relax on the welcoming patio. Or check out the local eateries in Trumansburg (5 min) or Ithaca (20 min). Bring the family and make memories!

** THE SPACE **
Three-tier cottage with sprawling views of Cayuga Lake and ample outdoor space. The first floor features a fully stocked modern kitchen, updated full bathroom, and cozy living room. The second floor has three bedrooms: two with lake views, and a third bedroom including a double bed and bunkbeds. The second floor includes a second full bathroom, and the third floor has a fourth bedroom with separate living room, pull-out sofa bed, kitchenette, and a balcony with spectacular lake views.

ATTENTION: the second-floor bathroom and entire third floor are NOT available between November 1st and May 1st.

Step outside onto the covered patio with overgrown pergola, including dining area, BBQ grill, gas fire pit, and ample seating. Venture around the corner and onto the dock, with a large picnic table with seating for 12. Our favorite spot: happy hour and dinner on the dock as the sun sets.

Two kayaks are included and available for your use.

***** PLEASE READ the entire listing before booking!

** DETAILS **
You have full exclusive access to the entire home and property during your stay, including the dock. You are welcome to bring your boat(s) to tie up at the dock during your stay. Your Host does not stay at the property.

Summer: Enjoy all 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a second kitchen on the third floor.

Winter: The house features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, as part of the property is closed for the season. Bedroom #4 (with a double bed) is not available.

The “summer” season is between May 1st and November 1st. If booking outside of this season, be mindful of the reduced number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and the accessibility of the driveway (see below). Feel free to send us a message if anything is not clear.

*** PLEASE READ! DRIVEWAY ACCESS ***
The cottage is located at the bottom of a steep gravel driveway with a sharp turn.

You MUST have a 4WD vehicle to use the driveway. Otherwise, you can park at the top and walk down 125 steps (skip the gym) to access the house and lakefront. You can comfortably fit one vehicle at the waterfront. Additional parking is available at the top of the driveway.

* Important Notice *
Use of the gravel driveway is weather dependent during the cold winter months. Extremely cold weather and snow can cause the driveway to become very icy and slippery. Use your best judgement. It is okay to use on mild days, but exercise caution on very cold days. If it’s icy, play it safe. Park up top and walk down.

We cannot guarantee that the driveway will be available between November 1st and May 1st.

** FINAL NOTES **
Dogs without a history of biting are welcome ($150 pet fee applies).

A liability waiver is required prior to check-in.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Property manager

Ross M.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Trumansburg

Trumansburg is home to this cottage. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of the Earth, or check out an event or a game at Newman Arena.
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Trumansburg, NY

What's nearby

  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Ithaca College - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Cornell University - 21 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Point Brewing Co. - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Trimmers Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gimme Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Finger Lakes Cider House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront on Cayuga Wine Trail, State Park, Ithaca, Hiking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakefront on Cayuga Wine Trail, State Park, Ithaca, Hiking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront on Cayuga Wine Trail, State Park, Ithaca, Hiking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront on Cayuga Wine Trail, State Park, Ithaca, Hiking located?

This family-friendly Trumansburg cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Taughannock Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake. Cayuga Nature Center and Hillendale Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

We enjoyed our stay! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sid B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay at the Lake

Great property, house was just as described and location even better. Communication with Property Manager was great from start to finish.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakefront

Gorgeous lakefront property! Owner was very quick to reply to questions throughout the weekend! We would love to come back during the summer and spend a whole week!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place right on the lake

This house was perfect for our group of 10! The fire pit was very easy to use, having the dock was so fun, and the house was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 day getaway

Such a wonderful rental!! Very large with lake views in almost every window! Large outdoor space with beautiful vines and flowers, fire pit easy to use and was definitely used every night. We had 1 rainy day and the outdoor patio kept us completely dry. Only suggestion I would give is that maybe instead of those 2 chairs in front of indoor fireplace replace with a small love seat of some sort, for more indoor seating (during the colder months) other than that, this rental was perfect and can not wait to book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ross M.

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Originally from Pennsylvania, I have a passion for travel and exploring beautiful places. My family and I fell in love with the Finger Lakes region during our first visit, because it perfectly balances our love for nature, wine, and the water. As long-time fans of booking VRBOs for our own family trips, the natural next step was to VRBO our home as well. It's our chance to give groups of families and friends an incredible experience, and help them forge lifelong memories. We look forward to welcoming you into our home, the Cayuga Cottage. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out anytime. ☺️

Why they chose this property

The cottage is in the absolute best location (although I'm biased!). It's nestled down right on the lake, surrounded by lush greens. Very private and secluded, with spectacular views. Yet, drive 5 minutes, and you'll be in the quaint village of Trumansburg visiting a brewery, restaurant, or enjoying a scoop of ice cream. Drive 5-10 minutes in the opposite direction, and you'll find several wineries, as well as the Taughannock State Park and numerous hiking trails. If that wasn't enough, Ithaca Downtown is only 20 minutes away, where you'll find virtually anything else your heart desires.

What makes this property unique

The outdoor space. Bask in the sun on the enormous dock, perhaps even go for a swim. Or relax in the shade beneath the overgrown pergola. As the sun sets, fire up the grill and enjoy dinner outside. And of course, a night on the lake wouldn't be complete without some roasted marshmallows.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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