Vacation rentals with a kayak in Tompkins County

End of Fall Special! 2 Night Min at Water's Edge!

End of Fall Special! 2 night min 10/27-11/25/25. Amazing lake house w/views from every room. Autumn leaves, wineries, & more! Fully equip kitchen. Huge dining table, 2-sided-fireplace, living room w/sectional, desk & 65"TV. King suite w/fireplace & deck. Primary bath w/glass shower, tub, & skylight.Queen guest w/full bath. 3rd bedroom w/twin/full bunks & daybed. Sleeper sofa, reading nook, W/D, Wifi, A/C, blackout blinds, outdoor dining table, kayaks, paddleboard, dock, gas bbq, & 2 fire pits.

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

-Beautiful lake views -Amazing location -Cozy -Modern -Comfortable -Peaceful & Private These are 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.

It's Great to be on Cayuga

Beautiful Cayuga Lake home with separate cottage. Located 10 mins. from downtown Ithaca and 15 mins. from Cornell Univ./Ithaca College. Stairs or an electric tram (for those with mobility issues) from the house lead to a grass lawn and dock at lake level. Taughannock Blvd. is a highly desirable location in Ithaca, offering easy access to Taughannock Falls State Park, which features a stunning 215-foot waterfall and hiking trails, as well as nearby wineries, restaurants, and other attractions.

Charming Apartment in Historic Collegetown Home

Welcome to your charming retreat in the heart of Collegetown, the neighborhood adjacent to Cornell. Nestled within the historic Miller-Heller House (more info: @millerhellerhouse on Insta), this one bedroom apartment blends vintage charm with modern convenience. A short walk to campus and restaurants, bars, and shopping, it is the perfect base for students, academics, alumni, families, prospective Cornellians, and visitors alike. Registered as a short term rental in the City of Ithaca STR-25-60.

Idyllic Lakefront 1-Bdrm Apartment, Close to CU/IC

The unit next door can be booked to sleep 4! Welcome to the Lakeside Lodge, your new waterfront getaway! This extremely popular unit is back on Airbnb after a 2-year break for a major exterior remodel. This is a one-bedroom apartment with its own entrance on the top floor of a large lake house, including a small but fully equipped kitchen and a large sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy the lake with provided kayaks, waterfront, and dock. Welcome to your tranquil Ithaca retreat.

Entire Charming House - Great Location!

Charming unique 2BR home w Central AC in great location. 3 min walk to downtown, a rec trail across the street, 10-15 min walk to Cornell or IC & 5 min drive to incredible nature! Beautiful garden/yard. Important to note: this is my home, not a full time Airbnb. I welcome guests who appreciate the unique experience of staying in someone's home and respect their surroundings. For those who are sensitive to dogs, please note there is a dog (labradoodle) who lives here when we are not hosting.

Amazing view Abundant wildlife Close 2 IC/Cornell

Gorgeous view, acres of nature, abundant wildlife, yet close to everything; about 10 min to Ithaca College/Cornell and 5-10 min to local attractions (Cayuga Lake/the Commons/parks/wineries/breweries/cider houses). Relax on the large patio: lounge in sun or shade, grill, dine al fresco, enjoy the fire table; or just savor the view from inside the newly renovated house. Watch the parade of birds & wildlife. Walk up the driveway to miles of trails. Feels secluded, yet convenient to local sights.

Modern Retreat-Hiking, waterfalls, kingbed, hottub

Enjoy your next Finger Lakes vacation at the Rustic Red Retreat! Located just outside of Ithaca, and a short drive to Cornell, this home is nestled next to a peaceful pond and provides modern amenities with rustic charm. The beautiful hand-hewn beams, reclaimed materials, and fireplace offer a warm, cozy stay after a busy day exploring the area. Enjoy numerous state parks, incredible waterfalls, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and all the seasonal events that the Finger Lakes have to offer!

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.

Amazing View, spacious, jacuzzi, swimming, hiking

This 1 BR home is great for a getaway. Only 2 miles from downtown Ithaca & 5 minutes from Cornell. Located at the end of the Song neighborhood in Ecovillage, with large yard. Deep Japanese tub with jacuzzi. 800 sf. Organic gardens, swimming pond, playground, outdoor furniture and grill. 175 acres of forest and pathways for hiking. or skiing. Friendly neighborhood with quiet time from 9:30 pm to 7 am. Enjoy Ithaca gorges, parks, Cayuga lake, great food, music and wineries..

Serene Lake Retreat w/ Stunning Views Close to CU

Charming 2-Bedroom Log Lake Home with Modern Comforts! Embrace serene views from the side patio, covered deck, indoor viewing room, or explore the spacious lakeside yard. Recent renovations blend rustic charm with a contemporary interior. Only 8 mins from Cornell, 12 mins to IC, and 8 mins to downtown. Conveniently located near wineries, restaurants, hiking trails, and more! Accommodates 4 guests with a queen bed and bunk beds. Kayaks also available for your enjoyment!

Modern Cayuga Lake House in Ithaca Kayak Fireplace

Clean, quiet, well-maintained , modern, comfortable house directly on Cayuga Lake but only minutes from downtown Ithaca, Finger Lakes wineries, Cornell, Ithaca College and gorge hikes. Our house has spectacular lake views, a modern floor plan and beautiful construction and details. New gas fireplace added in 2025. Pet Friendly, Kayaks, Canoe provided. There is an easy path with stairs from the lower parking to the house. See pictures of the steps to the lake.