Waterfront vacation rentals in Ithaca

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Home in Ithaca

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews

2 BR/2B Lake house Minutes from Town and Campus!

Beautiful lake views, amazing location, cozy, modern, comfortable, & peaceful. These are a few of 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.

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Home in Ithaca

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Cozy & Scenic 2B/1B Artist Retreat on Cayuga Inlet

Welcome to the Artist's Retreat, a beautiful and quaint 1 bedroom cape home directly on the Cayuga Inlet, once a studio for a renowned Ithaca artist. Enjoy watching the Cornell and IC rowing teams in the morning, seeing eagles and herons in the afternoon, and the 2-minute drive to restaurants, bars, and downtown in the evening! A wonderful loft bedroom offers a bright, airy feeling while still being cozy and comfortable. A pull-out chair and murphy bed are offered to give more sleeping options.

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Rental unit in Hector

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews

Private Lakefront on Seneca Wine Trail

You’ll enter a Large, Luxurious, Private studio apartment in beautiful Arts & Crafts style. *Located on a Town Maintained secluded lake-side road on the shores of the east side of Seneca Lake. *Ten-foot Coffered Ceilings *On the Seneca Lake Wine Trail. *We welcome visitors all year round. A wonderful option for couples looking for a private, quiet place to get away. *Many custom-crafted details. *2 additional guests can be accommodated with a fold-out sofa bed (an additional fee. )

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Rental unit in Ithaca

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews

Cayuga Lakefront Getaway

Enjoy waterfront living in this charming, comfortable apartment on spectacular Cayuga Lake in Ithaca. This private apartment is upstairs in a home that is directly on the east shore of the lake, only 1.5 miles from downtown Ithaca. Enjoy everything Ithaca has to offer-- hiking, Ithaca Commons, Cornell U, Ithaca College, movies and theater, restaurants, the farmer's market, the waterfront trail, wineries-- all within a few minutes' drive of your rental. Or, relax at home and live the lake life!

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Condo in Canandaigua

5 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Lakefront Retreat

Enjoy Gorgeous Panoramic Views of the Lake & surrounding Hillsides from the private & spacious balcony. PERMIT #2023-0075 Immaculate & Modern - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath condo, fully equipped Kitchen, Cozy Living Area, 70" TV with Netflix & Internet TV/Music Channels, use your streaming services etc. Leather Recliner, mesmerizing LED Fireplace , Very Comfortable King Bed, Washer, Dryer, Stylish Spa Bathroom and a Furnished Balcony w/ electric grill & a Finger Lakes View to Capture your Heart

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Cottage in Skaneateles

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 548 reviews

1 BR Cottage on Skaneateles Lake 400 sq ft

Large glass windows and sliding glass doors face Skaneateles Lake. This small (420 sq ft) but complete living space is perfect for 1 or 2 vacationing adults or a corporate traveler in town for a short stay. Aerus Active Pure treated environment. Renovated in 2017. High end kitchen appliances, indoor gas fireplace, AC, washer and dryer make this a complete living space. This is the smaller cottage behind the 2BR place. (airbnb.com/h/skaneateleslakeside2bedroom) No smoking or pets allowed.

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Home in Penn Yan

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews

Waterfront Escape in Seneca Lake Wine Country

A true refuge... peaceful, quiet and majestic. The house is right on the lake with gorgeous views of Seneca lake. Large windows overlook the lake from the living room and front bedroom. Single family detached home situated on a dead-end street limited to local traffic, this 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom year-round home will provide you with everything you need for your next getaway. The house is perfect for 2 couples or a family of four. Bonus room above the boathouse with a pull out sofa.

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Home in Ithaca

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Beautiful Lake Front Living!

Lake front living! Enjoy coffee on the expansive deck, jump off the dock for a swim, or take the Paddleboard for a ride. Watch the stunning sunset every night. Convenient Ithaca location, directly on Cayuga Lake. This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Ithaca College. AC mini-splits in each of the 3 bedrooms. Kayaks and stand-up paddleboard available for use. Explore all that the Finger Lakes Region has to offer. We look forward to your stay!

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Home in Ithaca

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

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.

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Guest suite in Ithaca

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Mid-century Modern Lakeview Stay

Enjoy this mid-century modern guest house in a spectacular site, with a lake view, waterfall, and forest all in one place. The house was just fully renovated. This house is just 2 miles from Ithaca downtown and 3 miles from Cornell University. The location is super close to everything Ithaca has to offer—Ithaca falls, hiking, Ithaca Commons, movies and theater, restaurants, the farmer's market, the waterfront trail, wineries-- all within a few minutes drive of your rental.

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Loft in Ithaca

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Historic, spacious loft-tranquil setting

This private, spacious, light filled loft (entire top floor) used to be Alice H. Cook’s house. Has floor to ceiling windows, overlooks private pond, a sauna you may use, large garden and woods - the open, uncluttered space and tranquil surroundings are relaxing. Near hiking/biking/running/ski trails, brewery, vineyard, golf course. A queen bed in main area+ twin bed at the opposite end. Safe, quiet, surrounded by nature, wrap-around deck - a peaceful, private setting.

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Guesthouse in Spencer

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Tree house in Ithaca

Tree house inspired, located in the town of Danby, this one bedroom apartment is both peaceful and centrally-located: 8 miles from Cornell University, 6 miles from Ithaca College, and accessible to the Finger Lakes Wine Trails, and the Finger Lakes Trail system. Featuring a private deck that overlooks a park-like setting, well stocked kitchen, and a beautiful indoor space that is perfect for year round adventures.