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Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell

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Relax in a serene garden setting surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants, perfect for outdoor dining or unwinding.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat with a garden view, work space, and cozy seating area.
Two trees bloom in harmony amidst lush greenery.
Situated in a tranquil suburban setting, this single-story house offers an environment surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
Cozy living area with fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the surrounding greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Trumansburg, NY
  • Taughannock Falls State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cayuga Nature Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Trumansburg

In Trumansburg .Within a 5-minute walk of this Trumansburg vacation home, you'll find Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Also, Cayuga Nature Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Americana Vineyards is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cayuga Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Ithaca Commons - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Ithaca College - 18 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Cornell University - 19 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Point Brewing Co. - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Trimmers Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gimme Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Falls Restaurant & Tavern - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell

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.

Property manager

Ann and Chad Hoover

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 5
Note from host: No Frat or Sorority parties. Avoid water overuse
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5. Note from host: No Frat or Sorority parties. Avoid water overuse For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Taughannock State Park Cayuga Lake 10 Miles Ithaca Cornell
Taughannock State Park Cayuga Lake 10 Miles Ithaca Cornell

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell to downtown Trumansburg?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi away from Trumansburg.

Cottage at Taughannock: State Park, Cayuga Lake, Ithaca, & Cornell Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lori V., albany, ny

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Place was great, lots of space, beautiful. Busy weekend meant the road noise was a bit loud.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan G., St. Louis

Liked: Cleanliness

!Wonderful week at Taughannock Cottage

The cottage was perfect for our group of six. The three kids slept unstairs. My daughter liked sitting in the hallway and reading at night to all of them. The bedrooms on the lower level were spacious and just right for the adults.Our favorite parts were the garden room and the great table for eating together and playing games. The location was perfect for our daily hikes in Treman, Buttermilk, Watkins Glen, Sapsucker Woods, and Taughannock Falls. It was great to find a cooler in the house (among many other amenities) for packing lunches for the day's outing, and we enjoyed our fire-pit night at the end of the week.It was so nice to get away from the heat in St. Louis and Birmingham, AL, to have bagels in Collegetown and to be near so much lovely water. We recommend the gift/t-shirt shop (Sunny Days) and Yellow Deli in the Ithaca Commons shopping area. The kids made t-shirts, each with a different waterfall on the back, and the owners of both places were friendly, helpful, and kind.I should add that I had some concern after reading other reviews about mustiness in the cottage. Two in our party have asthma, and we weren't sure how it would go, but there were no complaints. We spent most of our days out in the parks and lit candles during dinner for atmosphere and scent. The bottom line is that it was not a problem. The bird-watching from the Garden Room, cup of coffee at hand, was worth the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birds and Paradise

Beautiful upstate retreat. The host has a great picture window in the back with binoculars and bird watching guides to please birders and wildlife enthusiasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We enjoyed staying at this home. It was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Retreat

It's a wonderful, fully stocked home! Very peaceful setting, with plenary of space for our group of 9 - a great location to reconnect with friends! The hosts go above and beyond. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Homey Family Cottage

We were visiting family in Trumansburg for Thanksgiving and needed extra room for our large party. This cottage worked out perfectly - it was plenty warm, the backyard and patio are private and lovely, and the cottage is spacious with helpful features (great buffet shelving near large dining table). We would love to return! Thank you so much to our hosts for the well appointed cottage and convenient location to Trumansburg (and Ithaca - just depends which way you want to go on 89)!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Awesome cottage. Felt like an English estate setting nestled in a knoll. Very clean. Described accurately
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony U.

Nice older home but not terrific

The house was closed up for 4 days before we got there. There was a pungent musty smell that triggered a friend of ours asthma. She never felt great after that. We used the heat and ac units which are on the floor and in the windows to try to dry it out. Well water is nasty if you aren't used to it so be ready. The house had been cleaned and the rooms and space we had were good. As an older house there were things that were...well..old. Not the easiest place to find especially at night.The hosts were responsive to any inquiries I had which was good. Judging by our group's opinions I don't think we would would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cecilia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage

Well located. Beautiful setting but road noise in bedrooms. Clean and neat. Full amenities. Very comfy home. Rustic.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Quiet Place

Very comfortable and well stocked. Conveniently located. The toys for the 3 year old to play with was a great plus. The decorating was awesome with all the interesting objects to look at. The yard was great! Beds were comfortable. Hosts are totally awesome people!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We enjoyed this property, very nice hosts and beautiful landscaping! Great location. The house had a strong odor of mildew or must that our family found off putting. Otherwise, we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant S., Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness

A great property!

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 :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Virginia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Cottage, amazing location!

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage with gorgeous outdoor space

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation weekend

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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H., Owego, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Cottage was great

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice comfortable place

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical week

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Eileen R., Glen Head NY

Disliked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage in need of some maintenance

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super location, convenient access

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as described.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M., Davis, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Life on Lake Cayhuga

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022