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Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell

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Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled near Cayuga Lake, the Rustic Red Retreat offers a serene retreat with modern amenities and rustic charm. Hand-hewn barn beams, reclaimed materials, and a cozy fireplace create a warm atmosphere perfect for relaxation after exploring the Finger Lakes area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell

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!

Located along Cayuga Lake, this beautiful home boasts reclaimed materials throughout - Douglas Fir floors from the bleachers in the previous Ithaca College gymnasium. Hand-hewn barn beams from the late 1800s create a sense of life and warmth on the main floor and hand selected stones from the area were used to build a relaxing front porch. Feeling adventurous? Grab your soap and suds up under the stars in the outdoor shower!

The rustic red retreat is perfect for a romantic getaway or to enjoy with family and friends. The main floor features a half bath with laundry, a well-equipped cook-in kitchen, a dining area, and a lovely conversation space with a cozy gas-burning stove.

The second level sleeps 5 to 6 guests - two private bedrooms with three beds, an open loft/living space with a sleeper sofa, 65-inch smart T.V., and a full bath.

With iconic Taughannock Falls just 3 minutes away, we’ve provided a state park pass for guests to borrow allowing for free parking at any of the nearby state parks. The property also offers a new Weber gas grill, picnic table, Adirondack chairs, and a corn-hole game for guests to enjoy.

Notable nearby attractions include Taughannock Falls State Park, Buttermilk Falls State Park, Robert H. Treman State Park, and many other local parks including Cass Park and Stewart Park, and hiking the Black Diamond Trail.

Our home is located at the beginning of the Cayuga Lake wine trail with Bet the Farm Winery just 4 minutes away. Want to explore even more? Venture to downtown Ithaca and enjoy many local shops and restaurants just around the corner from the Ithaca Commons and minutes from the colleges. For those who prefer a quieter area with great restaurants and parks, drive just 4 miles to Trumansburg where you’ll find unique shops and local restaurants.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Please keep pets off of furniture and bedding. Pets must be crated when left unattended, leashed when outdoors, and refuse disposed of properly.
No House parties allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number 513

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Ithaca, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers are also worth visiting. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Cayuga Nature Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Ithaca College - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Cornell University - 16 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Sumo Hibachi and Sushi - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Salt Point Brewing Co. - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Glenwood Pines - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Nature Center. Taughannock Falls State Park is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine E.

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

Graduation weekend

This home was exactly as advertised and exactly what we were looking for. It’s immaculately clean, comfortable and cozy with lots of amenities. John & Brenda were great hosts, responding super quick ! Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Ithaca

Great hosts, place was very clean, enjoyed the numerous amenities this place has to offer, host very quick to respond and very helpful with any questions. Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kary C.

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

Excellent place

Everything was as expected. Excellent communication and place was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Best weekend

The property was amazing, and the pictures accurately depicted the beauty of the house and grounds. The location was perfect for the purpose of our trip. John was the best host. He went above and beyond to ensure our trip was perfect. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great spot to explore the Ithaca area

This house is clean and well equipped, conveniently located not far from Ithaca up the west side of Cayuga Lake. The hosts have carefully anticipated guests' needs. We especially appreciated the string lights bordering one side of the property that made finding the driveway in the dark easy. The house is back off the road and surrounded by mowed lawn with a pond and woods in the back. The kitchen, bedrooms, sitting areas and baths are all furnished nicely, with quality appliances, AC units and TV. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Wonderful place and hosts

Our family stayed while in town for a wedding nearby. We loved being so close to town and the venue. It was very peaceful and we enjoyed the outdoor space and hot tub. The girls enjoyed all the kids books and games. John and Brenda are wonderful welcoming hosts, quick to respond, and checked in to ensure our stay was going well. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H.

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

Bachelor weekend

Needed a place to stay for a bachelor weekend in ithaca and this placr was perfect! Cornhole and grilling outside Friday night was great and the hot tub was nice! As was the outside shower. Would like to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha E.

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

Visit to our favorite getaway

This is a gem. The house is super cute and although we were familiar with the area John gave us a heads-up to things happening in the area and a new winery to try. It was a super cozy stay and we couldn't be more grateful for a relaxing trip away from NYC. Also, the proximity to the wine trail, Ithaca, and Taughannock Falls State Park made this rental a gem. We would stay here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024