A family-friendly stay in Ithaca awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like Cornell University and Ithaca College. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this South Hill holiday home include Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks
Summary: Experience Ithaca in our beautifully maintained home!
Walking distance to: -Ithaca Falls -Ithaca Commons/Downtown -Cornell University -Ithaca College
5-10 Minute Drive to all the main attractions! - Buttermilk Falls State Park - Cayuga Lake State Park - Taughannock Falls State Park - Robert H Treman State Park - Ithaca Farmers Market
30-35 Minute Drive ! -The start the Seneca like Wine Trail! -Watkins Glen State Park and Race Track -Hector Falls -Havana Glen Falls -Greek Peak Ski Resort
The Space: You won't beat the location of our newly renovated home! Close to Cornell, Ithaca College, Coscadilla Gorge Trail, & walking distance to Ithaca Commons,South Hill Trail, Bars & Restaurants! Our home has a stocked kitchen, board games, pool table, and also be sure to leave some time for poker nights! The house is built for a fun time! Explore all the waterfalls & state parks in Ithaca while enjoying the Finger Lakes wine region! The perfect home base for exploring all that the area has to offer.
The Ac units are located in all the bedroom windows! Spacious home great for families and large groups.
There are 3 bedrooms on the first floor all with double/full size beds and upstairs is 2bedrooms with double/full size beds. There is a bathroom in each floor. Kitchen and living room are on the first floor.
Guest Access: This home is 100% PRIVATE to the renter. This is the 4 bedroom 2 Bathroom listing, for bigger groups please contact host for more bedroom options!
Other Things to Note: Welcome to the city of Ithaca! Please note this is street parking only and the driveway on the side of the house is not ours. There is FREE street parking on Hudson St and Columbia St! This space offers one fully stocked kitchen with pots / pans plates cups etc. Two dish towels and 1 roll of paper towels. We provide 2-3 toilet paper rolls each bathroom along with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. One bedding set for each bed, including all linens.
Interaction with Guests: We prioritize your privacy so you can enjoy your vacation uninterrupted. While we will not be present at the property, we are always available via the messaging app or by phone should you need any assistance or have questions during your stay.
Relax at Poplar Beach Retreat on the sparkling waters of Cayuga Lake. This charming waterfront escape combines rustic character with bright, comfortable living spaces, creating the perfect setting for a relaxing Finger Lakes getaway.
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Relax at Poplar Beach Retreat on the sparkling waters of Cayuga Lake. This charming waterfront escape combines rustic character with bright, comfortable living spaces, creating the perfect setting for a relaxing Finger Lakes getaway.
Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
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
Garden
Unit size: 2,034 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Approved refunds will be processed promptly. The non-refundable Stripe payment processing fee (3%) from the original transaction will be deducted, as Stripe does not return this fee to us. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
City has strict quiet hours of sundown to sunrise and a zero party tolerance. Parties will result in immediate cancellation of reservation w/ no re...
Pets
No pets allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed at this property
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Children are welcome at this property
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
What makes Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks.
Is Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks?
No, Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks?
No, pets are not allowed.
Explore Ithaca | Near Colleges | State Parks Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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Diane and Erik made the whole process super easy and keep a lovely home with enough fun stuff to do at the house that you don't even need to leave the property!
We loved staying in this 5 bedroom house while our family was in town for Cornell’s graduation. The pictures online do not do it justice. The home was very clean and big enough to fit our entire family comfortably. There was a dining table that fit up to 10. In addition, there was a game room with a poker table and two arcade game machines our sons loved to play. There was also a small pool table room we enjoyed and darts in another room. In addition, there was a workout area with weights and a Peleton bike. But the piece de resistance was the rear yard area with a nice hot tub, new gas fire pit, Adirondack chairs, new grill, cornhole, and pretty string lights :) We absolutely loved hanging out here. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Roberta T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Patrick T.
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, location
Very disappointed that the hot tub wasn't hot. I called the owner and they gave some instructions about the buttons but it didn't work. They didn't get back to us. They had said to close the top but they didn't tell us that if we closed the top for a certain amount of time it would heat up. The next morning it was hot but we had to depart by 10am so we didn't get to use it. I was frustrated that they didn't get back to us in the evening and didn't sa3how long to leave it closed to get heat.
Patrick T.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
jemini p.
28 Jul 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Definitely a rental for students NOT FOR FAMILY REUNION
The beds were very comfortable and clean. Location was close to city and sight seeing. Our check in was fine. Host are nice.
Keep in mind we are 8 people who rented this place.
It was very very disappointing to see that the place where we seat around with everyone was furnished for 2 couples only.
The family room has seating for four people. Very disappointing.
The dining table is not even our regular small size. it could may be seat 4 people and you would have your dinner plates half out of the table if you set your food in the middle. No way can more than 4 people seat at the table. We took turns eating breakfast and dinner.
This is for sure a students rental place which was rented out to us as maybe its empty during summer.
The bathroom downstairs had so many issues with the flush we could hardly use it.
The cooking utensil were bare minimum.
Floors are so sticky and not even so some of us were tripping everyday at the kitchen and dining area. Not safe at all.
Definitely a rental for students NOT FOR FAMILIES.