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Ithaca Boat House

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A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by dense forest. - Ithaca Boat House (Ithaca)
A wooden deck with benches overlooking a lake, surrounded by greenery. - Ithaca Boat House (Ithaca)
A wooden pergola with a pathway leading to a house with a green door and a white exterior. - Ithaca Boat House (Ithaca)
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and dark cabinetry. - Ithaca Boat House (Ithaca)
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows overlooking a lake, and a view of a dock with a boat. - Ithaca Boat House (Ithaca)
Close to Cayuga Lake, Ithaca Boat House has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included

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Room options

View all photos for Apartment, Private Bathroom, Lake View (Lower Unit)

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a large island with a gas stove.

Apartment, Private Bathroom, Lake View (Lower Unit)

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

View all photos for Apartment, Private Bathroom, Lake View (Upper Unit)

A bedroom with a bed, two potted plants, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of trees.

Apartment, Private Bathroom, Lake View (Upper Unit)

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

APARTMENT LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 10

About the neighborhood

Located in Ithaca, Ithaca Boat House is on a private beach. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park. Sciencenter and Cornell Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ithaca travel guide
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1180 East Shore Drive, Ithaca, NY, 14850

What's nearby

  • A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.
    Ithaca Falls Natural Area
    4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • A tall clock tower with a pointed roof and two large clocks.
    Cornell University
    5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Stewart Park
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Shops at Ithaca Mall
    3 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Triphammer Marketplace
    4 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sumo Japanese Sushi And Hibachi Grill
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    5 min drive
  • Ithaca Bakery
    5 min drive
  • 23 North
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach

Pool/Spa

  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Free self parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

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)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Ithaca Boat House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ithaca Boat House?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ithaca Boat House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ithaca Boat House located?

Situated in Ithaca, this apartment building is steps from Cayuga Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cornell University. Stewart Park and Ithaca Falls Natural Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Ithaca Boat House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I cannot express enough how wonderful our stay was here! Beautiful location, very clean, and easy to communicate with the owner! Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Immaculately clean, perfect size for my wife and I and our college son that crashed with us for a night. Ideally situated to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in the upper unit, right on the lake, great views, nice big decks all around the property, clean and well maintained, nicely furnished, owner was lovely and very responsive, will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location in Ithaca for Cornell events. Loved being close but also having the relaxing and quiet area. Great host!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying here! The views were amazing, the apartment was very open/spacious, beautifully decorated, and perfect for a romantic weekend getaway. Very clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Can't wait to get back here again!!

The view over the lake was spectacular for sunsets and especially full moon! The place was spotless and had everything we needed, with very comfortable furniture. Could use a small step stool to get into and out of the bed, and maybe a small half door across the stairs for safety, especially at night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a spot — an amazing location literally on the lake! We enjoyed the views, the sunset on the boat dock, and the availability of the house’s kayak that we took advantage of for a spin on Cayuga Lake. The bedroom is spacious and comfortable and while the kitchen is compact, it was fine for two of us to make breakfast. And it’s convenient to all that Ithaca has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, has everything you need and was in perfect shape when we arrived. Would rent it again in a second.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice and comfortable abode for a long weekend getaway. Owner is very accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of the property was beautiful and the size is good as well, however, we stayed in the lower unit and two out of the three mornings, we awoke to toddlers running above our heads. It was miserable waking up at 5 and 6 am to kids running through the house above. If we ever stay again at this location, we will only stay in upper unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, comfortable bedding, well decorated, great water view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ceasar

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019