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Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Freeville, NY
  • Popular LocationCornell University15 min drive
  • Popular LocationIthaca Commons18 min drive
  • AirportCortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)21 min drive
  • Popular LocationIthaca College21 min drive

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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.

Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell

1,300 sqft and fully furnished with a King sized master and luxury amenities including: dedicated WiFi, smart TV with AppleTV for casting, 2 wood burning fireplaces, wet-bar, Whirlpool appliances including washer & dryer, attached 2 car garage & use of an overhead opener during your stay.
Used only as a vacation home, the lodge is nestled among the trees with all of the comforts of home. The huge sunken living room has a wall of custom cabinets surrounding the fireplace as well as a wet-bar on your way out to the large 330sqft porch. Porch is completely private with a view of the surrounding woods. With a glass table & chairs for 6, luxury furniture and a weber propane grill, it's the perfect retreat.
The massive eat in kitchen has Whirlpool appliances including full size stove and dishwasher as well as the second wood burning fireplace. The kitchen is fully equipped including convenient pantry staples and complementary coffee. With a dining table for 6 it's the perfect place to feel at home while away.
The master bedroom features a king size bed and is extra large at 13'x14' with convenient double door access to the bathroom from the master as well as from the main hallway. The second bedroom is 13'x9.5' and is set up as the perfect home office with amazing light and a peaceful view. The room includes a desk, office chair, large reading chair and a new (in Summer 2021) Luanto full sized pull out couch. For additional sleeping needs we also have a new (in Summer 2021) Luanto king sized pull out couch in the living room. All of the beds feature goose down pillows and we provide complementary: dishwasher detergent, dish soap, laundry detergent & Puracy bath products for use during your stay.
The home also features an attached 2 car garage with oversized 10' doors with Chamberlin openers. Yes, we loan you an opener for use during your stay - the ultimate convenience! In addition to the 2 garage spaces, there is also ample room for additional parking on your private section of our paved driveway. The driveway is only shared between this rental home and our barn and home. It is very long, such that there are no sight-lines between the houses.

Property manager

Elizabeth Nickitas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Wet bar

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: FYI Fireplaces have large stone hearths

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: All events must be approved & require deposit
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Wooded Retreat Cornell
Private Wooded Retreat Close to Cornell Freeville
Private Wooded Retreat Close to Cornell Private vacation home

About the area

Freeville

Located in Freeville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Robert J. Kane Sports Complex, or consider a night out at Dutch Harvest Farm.

What's nearby

  • Shops at Ithaca Mall - 14 min drive
  • Cornell University - 15 min drive
  • Ithaca Commons - 18 min drive
  • Ithaca College - 21 min drive
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Salt Point Brewing Co. - 12 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 11 min drive
  • Ice Cream Caboose - 13 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private Wooded Retreat close to Cornell located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary, Cornell University and Cayuga Lake. Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Bacchus Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Merrill E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property Owners Who Go Above and Beyond
This unique lodge-style home is clean with very comfortable beds and a beautiful natural and private setting to explore! The owners truly go above and beyond to make the stay special - with so many thoughtful touches (snacks, basic food items, coffee, local recipe books, great local recommendations) and a warm reception to enjoy the full property. We were there for the eclipse - and the owners invited us into their private/separate area of the property for better views. Convenient to Cornell - and we're grateful to the owners for welcoming our dogs. Would recommend this place and would stay here again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taggart S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
We had a great time staying at this house enjoying cozy weather and heading out to beautiful parks in the area. There was a lot to do at Ithaca as well, the Farmer's market in particular was really nice. The host was very thorough in leaving info about the property, as well as restaurants and things to do in the area. The house was very clean and comfortable as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chenin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
Thanks so much for the wonderful stay! You are amazing! It was so fun to arrive to a personalized welcome sign for our new Cornell students. The house was fully stocked with anything we could think of. The location was beautiful and private. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Son's graduation
We stayed here with 6 adults for my son's graduation. We had reserved another place in September but the host canceled in May. We found this location at the last minute and couldn't be happier. I stayed there with my my family and friends and immediately felt at home. The house was clean and organized with very clear instructions. We where treated to breakfast items which my hubby and sons really appreciated. The house is close to the Cornell campus so it was a breeze driving in. The host was easily available via texting on the VRBO app. I'm so happy the other host canceled and we were able to enjoy our time here. 5 stars for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem in the Ithaca area
This comfortable, meticulously clean and well appointed property is nestled in the privacy of a quiet, wooded area, but is just minutes from Ithaca and its surrounding attractions. The owner is genial, quick to respond and has thought of a myriad of small touches to make renters feel welcomed and comfortable, including some food/drink in the kitchen. There are clear instructions on how everything in the house works. The property is accurately described/pictured on the website, except that the coffee maker is a Keurig and the second bedroom has a comfortable full size pull out bed as described, not a twin day bed as pictured. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and enthusiastically recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy retreat among the trees
We had a very comfortable stay in the house. Every detail to make sure we had all of our essentials was met. We enjoyed the very private beautiful & peaceful deck in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Reunion
The house was just what we needed to get together with our adult children and the dogs. The kitchen was big and surprisingly well stocked. The living room had cozy couches, a good fireplace and a TV. The wifi was adequate. The house was extremely clean and had well designed surfaces to accommodate dogs, who had run in the yard/woods that surround the house. The house is only 15 mins from Central Ithaca, but feels like you are in the middlenof the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay at a lovely house
This house was perfect for our family trip to Ithaca. Elizabeth was a very considerate host and we had everything we needed for our stay. There was even milk and eggs in the fridge - which was such a pleasant surprise. It helped us start our day right! The property was very clean, lots of towels, HEPA filter, sanitized counters etc. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a vacation rental in Ithaca region.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, rustic and clean!
This property was perfect! It was peaceful and CLEAN! Property owner was easily accessible and super easy to deal with. Will absolutely stay here again! Thank you for a wonderful weekend away with family.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
The house was perfect for our stay in the Ithaca area. We appreciated the little things that made it very inviting and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021