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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Newfield, NY
  • Popular LocationButtermilk Falls State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationIthaca College20 min drive
  • Popular LocationCornell University21 min drive
  • AirportElmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)46 min drive

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About the area

Newfield

In Newfield .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this cottage, you'll find Newfield Public Library and Newfield Bridge. Newfield Town Hall and Robert H. Treman State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Robert H. Treman State Park - 10 min drive
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 16 min drive
  • Ithaca Commons - 18 min drive
  • Ithaca College - 20 min drive
  • Cornell University - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 13 min drive
  • Ithaca Beer Co. - 12 min drive
  • Dolce Delight - 19 min drive
  • The Bistro at La Tourelle - 19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy, Artistic Retreat Surrounded By Waterfalls, Orchards And Gardens

Relax and enjoy life in a beautifully simple tiny house! Clad in cedar and bathed in sunshine, this 8-sided artistic retreat invites travelers to re-connect to nature. The Octagon at Climbing Vine Cottages is only 12 minutes from downtown Ithaca but a world away on 16 acres of field, forest, orchards and gardens. The Octagon sleeps 2 on a full-size, decadently comfortable, memory foam bed. The kitchen is equipped with all of the basic essentials including a small fridge, induction cook top, and toaster oven plus cooking supplies and utensils. Dine in simplicity at the glowing walnut bar counter overlooking a wildflower field. Basic dining supplies are provided as are local, award-winning Gimme coffee, local honey, tea and olive oil. Melt away stress in the claw foot bathtub featuring a Victorian faucet and hand shower below the greenhouse window brimming with houseplants. The toilet and hand sink are tucked away providing privacy in this one-of-a-kind dwelling. Step through the sliding glass doors to a private grass lawn and perennial garden for picnics, sun bathing and star gazing. Internet is fast and reliable, capable of video conferencing, streaming, etc. The Octagon works well for travelers needing to work from home.

Our grounds are resplendent with flowers, herbs, fruit and vegetables at the 2 orchards and numerous gardens. Our property borders a nature preserve especially noted for its spring wildflowers and featuring many incredible waterfalls. We're also only 5 minutes drive from both Treman and Buttermilk Falls State Parks.

The Octagon is deeply cleaned and thoroughly sanitized 24 hours before check in. During the Covid-19 pandemic the garden and hen house are off-limits but there's plenty of room to enjoy the wildflower field and nature preserve while maintaining distancing requirements.

We have hosted travelers for 10 years at our nearby Yurt (also listed on HomeAway and VRBO) and we look forward to offering the Octagon to a pair of travelers seeking peaceful respite, great adventure and a wonderfully memorable vacation.

Property manager

Michelle Menter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 350 sq ft (33 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Ask first, pet fee applies

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Cozy, Artistic Retreat Surrounded By Waterfalls, Orchards And Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
quiet getaway
Very unique octagon home. Nice dark sky for telescope viewing. Would love to come back in spring/summertime to see the gardens that are outside the sliding glass doors and walk the nature path to the waterfall. (It was pretty cold while we were there, and we were visiting family, so did not have time to enjoy the surrounding beauty. ) Bed was very comfortable, and we slept great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Best way to describe our stay was amazing! Michelle was wonderful to meet and full of knowledge! The property was so peaceful and calming. It was a short drive into Ithaca and truly the center of all the places we visited. I would highly recommend this property and Michelle!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet, relaxing escape!
My husband and I came up for Cornell homecoming. This place is just about 10 minutes from the commons, and was way easier to get to than I expected. True, there is but a curtain and small wall separating the toilet from the rest of the octagon. But that’s all part of the adventure! The place was clean, lovely, warm, quiet, and well-tended. Nature greeted us. Roosters called for us to awaken. We had total privacy but knew Melissa was just down the driveway if we needed anything. Perfect alternative to a stuffy hotel. 10/10, we plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great building.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful quiet location next to a wildflower field and nature preserve with challenging hikes. It is a one-room octagonal building with privacy for the toilet. The description is accurate: a cozy, artistic retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Magical Meadow
The property is beautiful and surrounded by a meadow of native plants and wildflowers. We normally stay in places without electricity or running water, so we were absolutely thrilled to walk into the octagon and discover actual air conditioning and a flush toilet! The octagon is adorably decorated but without any clutter and the windows, all look out into the meadow. We saw bunnies, heard the rooster crow, and ventured into the adjacent nature preserve to check out the waterfall. What a dreamy spot this is! Thank you so much for an amazing stay that far exceeded expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Climbing Vines
A perfect location just a few minutes from Buttermilk Falls and Robert Tremaine State Parks. Very relaxing and peaceful. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yurt Stay
Never stayed in a yurt before and decided to give it a try. Loved it, discovered that I enjoyed open tiny house living. Host Michelle was accommodating. The views were heavenly. Will definitely go back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karola M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway!
Fantastic nature, cute accommodation, easy to communicate with host! We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice rural retreat near town - perhaps a bit overpriced for what it is
All was exactly as advertised. The host was responsive but away during our stay. We found it easily after dark, walked right in and felt relaxed to be settled in a low-frill rural retreat within easy reach of Ithaca and state parks. There are no amenities in the immediate vicinity. We had a flight cancellation that put us in town a day late. It would have been nice to receive some consideration for our lost night, since it took no more effort from the host, but they fell back on the excuse of vrbo policy. That left a less-pleasant taste than we would have wished for a sweet accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023