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Private architectural gem by waterfall, walk to heart of Cornell campus

Ithaca, New York, United States
Rates from USD $2700 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From August 1, 2026 until January 15, 2027

Description

A cozy early-1800s house surrounded by greenery, remodeled by a 20th century architect into an open-plan modern space as a home for himself. The house is tucked away on a small road. There are skylights, a garden front and back, and a spacious elevated back patio. A creek with a waterfall are just beyond the fenced yard. The house is full of light, art, books, and plants. It's a 15 minute walk to the heart of Cornell campus along Beebe lake, walking distance to Cornell botanical gardens, a 5 minute drive to a cross-country skiing area; also great for running. Several bus lines take you to downtown Ithaca in minutes. The house has one main bedroom with a queen-sized bed; 2 small offices; 1 and a half bathrooms; modern appliances (oven, energy efficient washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, and a projector); an outdoor grill and a fire pit. There is a convertible sofa for house guests. The house is supplied by a green energy company, and there is a set up for composting in the yard. We have 1 parking space on the street, and one covered/garage space. Lovely neighbors, mostly other faculty from Cornell. //Video link below. //Pictures show in order: partial front view; entryway; downstairs area x 3; upstairs bedroom; upstairs office #1; upstairs common area; backyard; back patio. (To help orient what you're seeing on the pictures: downstairs, the kitchen and the two living areas on both sides of the kitchen form a sort of circle around the downstairs bathroom. Upstairs, the common area is the stairs landing; you then have the two offices to your left; and the main bedroom and the bathroom to your right.)

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
2

Offices
2

Size
1,365 ft2

Suited For
3

Property Type
House

Availability

From August 1, 2026 until January 15, 2027

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Dates are flexible.

Location

House in Ithaca, New York, United States

Closest University

Cornell University

Nearby Universities
Ithaca College
Neighborhood

Forest Home Cornell

Nearby Cities

Ithaca

Comments: Historic neighborhood, 15 minute walk along a lake to the heart of Cornell campus, near botanic gardens, forest, wildflower meadows.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Countryside
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Historic Home
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $2700 Monthly

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: To clarify, utility costs are split: we ask the tenant to pay for wifi and for usage-sensitive utilities (electricity/gas, and water/sewage). Other fixed-price utilities (garbage pick-up, snow plowing, etc) are included in the rent..

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are allowed

Ask about smoking in the home

A car is not available

Comments: Smoking is permitted outside the house only.

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with plants or garden

Watering of indoor plants.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: We have a projector and use streaming services instead of TV. A microwave is available upon request. There is a faux wood (really electric) stove. We get electricity from a green supplier. There is a composting area in the yard.

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