Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca
Ithaca, Saunders County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca Convenient to everything! Our "Ithaca Urban Retreat I" is a first floor 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in a 2-family house located in a downtown neighborhood. Ideal for family visits to Cornell or to Ithaca College. A new sofa bed in the LR gives sleep space for 2 more family members if needed. Desk with a computer monitor in the back bedroom o...
Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca Convenient to everything! Our "Ithaca Urban Retreat I" is a first floor 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in a 2-family house located in a downtown neighborhood. Ideal for family visits to Cornell or to Ithaca College. A new sofa bed in the LR gives sleep space for 2 more family members if needed. Desk with a computer monitor in the back bedroom offers a quiet space for work or study. High speed internet offers 132 Mbps. Please inform us if you want to use the sofa bed. Well-behaved pets welcome; $100 pet fee required. Please ask. For large family groups rent the upstairs, too! (ithaca-urban-retreat-2)The apartment reflects 19th-century country charm, while providing updated amenities of a modern city apartment! The "country" shows through in the wood floors, the newly-painted original wood floor in the front bedroom, the antique kitchen cupboard as well as other interesting 19th furniture pieces found in houses of this era in Central New York. These furnishings have been complemented tastefully with new ones and accented with loved items to help you feel at home. An antique quilt made by Chad's great-grandmother after the civil war is used as a wall hanging welcoming you to the home. Window AC units cool the bedrooms and dining area; a tower unit cools the living room. Please respect the guest staying in the upstairs apartment by observing quiet time after 11pm. Entry to the apartment is presently through the back door. Walk along the left side of the house to the back porch. The entire first floor apartment with its front and back porches is yours alone. Professionally cleaned to help you be safe. There is another apartment upstairs with its own outdoor deck. The back yard, play area, garden and laundry are shared spaces used by both units. We have cleaning wipes available to wipe down door knobs and the laundry area before & after use to help protect one-another.We respect your privacy, but are available for questions and concerns.* Easy walk to the Commons .7mi, Ithaca Falls .8mi, and local restaurants .3mi.* Bike (jog, walk) to area parks and Cayuga Lake along Ithaca Waterfront trail via the nearby gateway .2mi* Fill your shopping bag at the Ithaca Farmer's Market .4mi, or have lunch there on the dock overlooking Cayuga inlet* Walk to Purity for its famous ice cream .3mi* 1.5 miles to Cornell Arts Quad and 2.5 miles to Ithaca College* Easy on/off access from Rt. 13.The Northside neighborhood is a triangle defined be Gimme Coffee to the southeast, Purity Ice Cream to the southwest and the ScienCenter to the north. It is unique in a number of ways: Like the nearby Fall Creek neighborhood, it is conveniently close to many of the attractions of Ithaca and yet remains distinctly residential in flavor. The Northside typically has lower density per acre than the other downtown neighborhoods; which translates into more open space between houses and larger gardens surrounding them. Historically it was an entry point for many immigrant families moving into Ithaca and remains the most ethnically and economically diverse neighborhood in the city today. In the context of Ithaca's recently approved Comprehensive Plan, it anticipates many future-oriented goals; pedestrian-friendly, affordable housing, mixed use buildings, good bus service, neighborhood-oriented retail on its perimeter, good-access to parks and other recreational opportunities. Many young families are choosing to make the Northside their home.Ithaca is very walkable and is the preferred way of getting around! Several bike shops and the Ithaca Youth Bureau offer reasonably-priced bike rental--another great option. There is plenty of parking available on the street if you have a car. T-CAT bus service is just a block away to take you up the hill to Cornell or downtown (& transfer to most anywhere.)The new main entry is being completed little by little. Until it is done, entry is via the back door. The work will not affect your enjoyment of the home or porches.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Internet
- Computer monitor
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Location type
- City centre
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Playground
- Travel cot
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk chair
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 9 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the city centre
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Recycling
- Water-efficient showers
- Composting
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Well behaved pets allowed ($100 fee): Well behaved pets allowed ($100 fee)
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- 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
About the area
Ithaca
Located in Ithaca, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 happening at Newman Arena or Robert J. Kane Sports Complex.
Nearby locations
- State Theatre of Ithaca 13 min walk
- Ithaca Falls Natural Area 15 min walk
- Ithaca Commons 15 min walk
- Ithaca College 4 min drive
- Cornell University 6 min drive
Getting around
- Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) 12 min drive
Restaurants
- Purity Ice Cream Co. 7 min walk
- Ithaca Bakery 9 min walk
- Northstar House 13 min walk
- The BoatYard Grill 3 min drive
- Shortstop Deli 10 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ithaca Urban Retreat I, Your family home in downtown Ithaca located?
Located in the heart of Ithaca, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sciencenter and Ithaca Commons. Cornell University and Cayuga Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).