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The 1970's Re-lived! Pets Welcome! Central to Cayuga and Seneca Lakes

 
 
 
Ithaca house rental
 
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Per night (USD) $175 - $200
Per week $1,180
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Ithaca vacation house rental
2 Bedrooms, Full Bath w/Shower, Sleeps 6

In the heart of the Finger Lakes, this ranch house is just twelve miles from Ithaca and ten miles from Watkins Glen. So if one of you is into NASCAR racing and the other wants attend lectures and music, you can have it both ways from here. No traveling down long back roads, either, since we are right on State Route 79, the main road between these two towns.

The home is located on a property which operated for many years as one of the premier landscape plant nurseries in the area. Those days are gone, but the gardens are still there, and rejuvenation efforts are under way.

Offered today for your vacation needs, is a ranch style home that features a nice big open area for the living and dining rooms, two large bedrooms with queen size beds, separate kitchen, full bath with shower only, three porches and lots of parking. The sofa in the living room also has a full size hide-a-bed.

Originally built in the 1970's, we have decided to pursue a decorating scheme that attempts to recreate that era. The real wood paneling (not like today's photographic repro paneling) and low ceilings are perfect for those ever-so-comfy chairs and sofa. The main bedroom has been given an eastern flair, with Japanese woodblock prints and 70's period furniture. Sturdy chairs surround a spacious dining table (with extra leaves!) for eating, organizing, planning, or entertaining. The bright kitchen has a wonderful view of the gardens behind. Vegetables will be grown there all summer, and the apple trees will begin to bear fruit in August. The enclosed front porch is perfect for morning coffee or afternoon reading.

This unit once served as the office for the landscape company, and as such, it has some unique features that are not normally found in a residence. For example, the front bedroom has a nice large set of sliding glass doors that lead out to the glassed-in front porch. However, it also still has pegboard on one wall, and enough cupboards to store luggage for ten people. We are planning an overhaul for some time down the road.

There is a lane that leads back to the rear of the property, which visitors are welcome to use. It goes past the new and old planted areas and back to a berm pond and stream. There are large open lawns that allow space for your dogs to play and exercise, and they are welcome to go swimming in the pond, too!

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About Allen Reed

I was born and raised in New York’s 1000 Islands region, even further north than the Finger Lakes. But after I graduated, I left to go to the “big city” - Washington, DC. A few years later, I moved to Baltimore, MD, where I met my wife, a native Marylander. We both watched in dismay as all of the places she used to play as a child fell to the bulldozer and the march of suburbia. After 20-some years, we decided to act on our dreams of moving to the “country” where we could have bigger gardens and possibly even a few chickens.

Whenever we would visit the Finger Lakes, we would find others who had similar dreams to ours. People who had left the high-pressure, high-powered jobs in the city and started digging in the dirt and making things with their hands and growing healthy foods for themselves. Everybody seemed to be optimistic and enthusiastic. We made up our minds that this is where we wanted to live.

After shopping around for a couple years, we found the perfect property in 2007. Though we didn’t actually move in until 2012, we had our new home, and our new life ahead.

Allen Reed purchased this house in 2007
Why Allen Reed chose Ithaca

There are many obvious amenities on the property that our guests appreciate as much as we do ourselves. The large open lawn adjacent to the parking area is great for tossing a ball or playing fetch with Fido. Traveling dogs can stretch out after a long ride in the car.

There is a grassy lane that makes a perfect walking path to the other areas of the grounds, over 11 acres total.

This summer, we will be installing a raised garden bed with fresh vegetables for use by our guests. Imagine how good that heirloom variety tomato will taste in your salad or sandwich.

The house is a detached ranch style, surrounded by lawn, gardens, and plenty of parking.

As mentioned in the description, our location is smack dab in the middle of all the action in the Finger Lakes region. Ithaca, Watkins Glen, Burdett, Trumansburg, Odessa, Enfield, Newfield, Hector, and Montour Falls are all within a fifteen-mile radius.

What makes this house unique

My wife and I are very proud to be able to take our turn as “caretakers” of this historic property. The main house is not included in the rental, but it still provides a very dignified and noble view as you pull in the driveway. A New York State historical marker has been placed at the entrance to the property. It states that the house was built in 1815-20, and was originally occupied by the Honorable Henry Fish, who was the first assemblyman from Schuyler County, and chairman of the first Board of Supervisors. Further history of the building tells that one part was originally constructed as a Masonic Lodge in the early part of the 19th century. As you stroll around the grounds, remember that you tread a path that’s nearly two hundred years old.

Drink in all of the joys and entertainment that the Finger Lakes has to offer, and come home afterwards to a peaceful night’s rest in the quiet hamlet of Mecklenburg.

The Finger Lakes Region of central New York is one of two main wine-producing areas in the state. Mecklenburg is conveniently located between the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail and the Seneca Lake Wine Trail. There are over 50 wineries within 15 miles, over 100 within an easy day's travel, and the closest one is only 8 miles away.

The region is fortunate to have many spectacular natural wonders, especially the deep gorges and waterfalls. Hiking trails afford ample opportunity for photography and sightseeing.

Nearby Ithaca is home to Cornell University, Ithaca College, and other institutions of higher learning, with the dynamic night life, sports, music and theatrical activities associated with student life.

If you are into quieter pastimes, the Finger Lakes National Forest is a 10 minute drive away. Sapsucker Woods is a world-class bird watching area with frequent guided tours led by professional naturalists from Cornell. The Museum of the Earth (15 minutes away) has paleontological exhibits and descriptions of the local geographical features that are the source of the area's geological wonders.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Ithaca, New York

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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$175
$200
Fri, Sat, Sun
$1,180
2 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

We require a 50% deposit in order to hold a reservation. We accept PayPal, cashier's check, money order, or cash. Personal checks will be accepted as long as they are received 3-5 business days in advance so that they will clear our bank. Balance due before arrival, or by special arrangement with owners.
Fees And Taxes There are no addition fees beyond the posted rental rates.
We do not offer a refund of your deposit, unless special arrangements are made with the owners. However, we will be glad to reschedule your stay for a different available date at no charge.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Ithaca, New York

Property Type:
  • house

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Location Type:
  • Lake ...
    Location is halfway between Cayuga Lake and Seneca Lake, and is also very near Keuka Lake, too.
  • Rural ...
    Surrounded by bucolic farmland and forest, with the Finger Lakes National Forest less than 10 miles away.

Theme:
  • Historic
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Away From It All

General:
  • Towels Provided
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Internet ...
    High-speed wireless internet available on secure network.
  • Air Conditioning ...
    The house is cooled with Central Air Conditioning.
  • Heating ...
    Forced hot air furnace.
  • Parking ...
    Plenty of parking available. There is even plenty of space for boat or trailer parking while you visit. Campers ok, but there are NO hookups.

Kitchen:
  • Kitchen
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Stove
  • Coffee Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Microwave

Dining:
  • Dining ...
    Large table seats six comfortably, with two additional leaves for larger dinner parties.
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower

Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Television

Outside:
  • Boat ...
    Two of the largest Finger lakes (Cayuga and Seneca) are less than 15 miles away, and there are several other state boat launches within minutes of this location. BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat)
  • Lawn / Garden ...
    The property features large mowed lawns and beautiful flower gardens. there are raised beds where we grow fresh vegetables (in season) that will be available for our guests.
  • Golf ...
    There is a golf course only five miles away.
  • Deck / Patio

Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only ...
    Guests may smoke outdoors, but not in the house.
  • pets considered ...
    We are glad to welcome your well-behaved pet. There is plenty of room on this large property to exercise your dog, including walking paths, open woodland, a small stream and a farm pond. Please check with the owners for final approval.
  • wheelchair accessible ...
    There is a 5 inch step up into the front door. The rest of the house is on one level. Bathrroom is NOT designed for wheelchair access.

Attractions:
  • winery tours
  • festivals
  • autumn foliage
  • recreation center
  • live theater
  • coin laundry
  • library
  • waterfalls
  • pond
  • cinemas
  • museums
  • forests
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • sledding
  • bird watching
  • gambling casinos
  • walking
  • scenic drives
  • antiquing
  • photography
  • horseback riding
  • sight seeing

Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • laundromat
  • hospital
  • groceries

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • cycling
  • golf
  • swimming
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • fishing

Payment Methods
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Contact the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.

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