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The Tate House, Historical and Spacious, 5 miles to downtown

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ithaca, NY
  • Ithaca College
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cornell University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Ithaca

In Ithaca .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ithaca vacation home, you'll find Hillendale Golf Course and EcoVillage at Ithaca. Puddledockers and Museum of the Earth are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Ithaca College - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Cornell University - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 14 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Purity Ice Cream Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Spring Buffet - ‬9 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.

The Tate House, Historical and Spacious, 5 miles to downtown

Renovated 5 bedroom home built in 1856 and a reputed stop on the Underground Railroad. Just a 5 mile drive or Uber to downtown Ithaca.

Spacious, light filled house with adjoining apartment. Apartment is included in bedroom count. Wrap around porch, large decks, screened in porch and large yard allows for large groups to relax and enjoy without a concern for noise or neighbors. Perfect for large group trips, with plenty of private and common areas to relax and enjoy.

Property manager

Anne Leister

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

The Tate House, Historical and Spacious, 5 miles to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming but dated....

In general, we were very comfortable and the kitchen, though small, was very well equipped. Beds very comfortable. The main bath downstairs was difficult to use for showering b/c you have to step over and into a claw foot tub to use the shower, and getting out was a little tricky as well. Nothing to really hang onto for balance, but I'm in my late sixties, so maybe age was a factor in my disappointment in the main bath. This was very convenient to a family wedding location, and we enjoyed being all together and everyone having a room to themselves. The hostess was very responsive to anything we wanted or needed, and graciously allowed us an early check if needed, and an extra hour to get checked out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Miles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Location for Family Visiting Cornell

The property photos and descriptions are mostly accurate. The 4 main house bedrooms are all good size and the beds were extremely comfortable. The annex apartment was nicely appointed, the only issue is that everyone in our family is tall, and the loft bed with its low ceiling was a bit challenging. The kitchen has been modernized and well appointed. Overall the house is spacious with several "living areas" allowing a family to spread out. The bathrooms have been somewhat updated but the 2 tub/showers in the main house could use some attention and further updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sibling reunion

The house is large, has great beds, very nice pillows, linens and a great dining room. The outside and grounds need work.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth Silver S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

We loved spending time on the screened porch visiting with our extended family, watching the birds and squirrels at the feeder with our morning coffee and the fire flies at night. The house is close to so many beautiful state parks for lots of hiking and swimming. Also close to Cornell’s botanical garden and ornithology lab. And near great breweries and wineries. The Finger Lakes are a wonderful vacation spot and our family really enjoyed having the Tate house as our home base.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old School Charm

Ten person family returning to Ithaca as an extended weekend getaway-looking to re-connect and spend time with aging parents. Such a great decision to stay at the Tate House. Location is easy in and out of both Ithaca and Watkins Glen. We lived here almost 50 years ago so we spent a great deal of the days travelling around the area but the best parts of out stay were the mornings and evenings. At those times we were in the house eating, drinking, remembering, telling stories, and laughing together. Tate House is PERFECT for these activities. Kitchen is large and open, dining room is just the same-plenty of room to hang out, cook, and eat. We particularly enjoyed being together on the well appointed screened in porch overlooking the garden area and woods. Anyone that needed a little quiet time could retire easily to a bedroom or the parlor/library (which, such a cool little cozy space.) Of course, the place is old so it needs a little loving care here and there (some of the decking in the front of the house has soggy boards or nail pops,) and the flooring and stairs (as is to be expected) is uneven in spots-none of this is likely to be problematic for most guests but we had a few elderly folks with us and they had to be mindful. Overall, a stellar, well appointed property that could not have been easier to inhabit. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for graduation

This house was just right. It has 5 well spaced big bedrooms, and important to note a king bedroom and bath on the ground floor. The house was spotless and uncluttered. Each room had a fan and plenty of extra blankets and towels. One of the bedrooms is an apartment right off the kitchen. My son enjoyed this having this be very private. The outdoor porch was peaceful. All around great house
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious family home

This house worked very well for our family weekend. Dining area had a large table that easily accommodated our group of 8 adults. Kitchen was well stocked and we had what we needed to cook some great meals. Beds were very comfortable which allowed for a good nights sleep. Great set up in the living area so we could all gather there and be comfortable. House was very clean and we had plenty of parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Christmas Stay

The place was perfect for a bunch of our family to spend the holidays, they even had a Christmas tree set up!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for group of friends

The house was spacious and clean. Kitchen was big enough to enable multiple cooks in the kitchen. Lots of gathering spaces for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

NELSON S., Lancaster

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

The house was located nicely between Ithaca and Watkins Glen for easy access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Stayed for a long weekend with the family. Really enjoyed the stay. Location is great! Checking and check out was very easy Thanks Anne!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming historic home

My family was in Ithaca for a reunion. We stayed at this charming home about 3 miles outside of Ithaca. Although it is an older home, it has been updated to have everything we needed. The beds were super comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked and we had plenty of linens. Everyone enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for families

We were there for a wedding. Very close to Farmers Market and loads of waterfalls and wineries in every direction. Loved that there was a bedroom on the first floor for my parents who can't do stairs anymore. Extra apartment was perfect for our adult children to have a place of their own. Having king beds was a plus. It was a great stay with parents and extended family. We all had our own rooms and loved the extra large kitchen table for all of us to gather at
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great stay

Great house for two families with lots of kids ages 3-12. Lots of space for outdoor play, hanging out playing games on the porch, or finding a quiet corner to curl up with a book. Location was perfect and close to everything for exploring Ithaca and surrounding towns and parks. Property manager was very responsive when we had questions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A historical gem

We really enjoyed this property. There were plenty of common areas and the bedrooms were separated perfectly for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody K.

Liked: Cleanliness

2023 Cornell Reunion

Great property for a group of 8-10 people. The house had everything we needed. We cooked and the kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans. The beds were super comfortable. The screen porch is a wonderful place for morning/night relaxing. Close to Ithaca and the colleges. There is no downside to this property. We especially loved the antique charm of the house. Anne was very responsive to all of our questions. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a large group

The large dining room table with all the chairs helped create such wonderful group mealtimes . The screened in porch is such a special extra room to hang out in. The house is furnished tastefully and has everything you might need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Family Meet Up

Beautiful home with a perfect location for family members from west and eastern NY, Philadelphia and Connecticut. Everything we needed to cook a large meal. Plenty of space for everyone and short drive to town. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great group stay

We stayed here with multiple households for a friend reunion. Our group includes a 4 year old and an infant. The family with the infant stayed in the separate apartment with the pack and play in the living room area. The family with the 4 year old stayed in the two connected bedrooms. It worked great! The apartment served as a great early morning hang area with the kids while other adults slept in in other parts of the house. The kitchen was well equipped for a lot of home cooked meals. The TV was great for movie nights. The screened porch was wonderful for morning coffee enjoying the views of the backyard. The ONLY downside was that the house was closer to the road than I thought - you can definitely hear road noise - so if that bothers you, be aware. Otherwise, would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Taylor L.

Family wedding

This was a spacious place for our large family to stay. The location was great for our needs and the outdoor area was a great space to relax in. The large table was perfect for family meals. Anne was quick with communication during our stay to address a minor issue. It is a charming historic home, however it could have been cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022