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Historic Mansion at Fountain Place

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Exterior
Aerial view
TV, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Mansion at Fountain Place

***BEFORE BOOKING PLEASE READ OUR RENTAL AGREEMENT***

Welcome to Fountain Place, the perfect setting to experience the many splendors of beautiful Ithaca. Situated in a quiet spot just blocks from downtown and Cornell's Collegetown, this stunning 1890s mansion was designed by one of Ithaca's most influential architects and served as the home of Ithaca College presidents for over 70 years. It is beautifully maintained and full of unique woodwork and architectural details, featuring a fully equipped modern kitchen and plenty of spaces for socializing or retreating.

Fountain Place offers:

- 7 bedrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- 3 half baths
- Sun room
- Drawing room
- Living room
- Game room
- Dining room
- Kitchen
- Slate stone patio with a grill and fire pit

Guests have access to the 1st and 2nd floors, while the basement and 3rd floor remain private.

We are on-call to ensure you have the best stay possible while being mindful of your privacy.

Fountain Place is a short walk to Downtown Ithaca, featuring a bustling restaurant scene, award-winning hand-crafted stores, and several popular theaters. The property overlooks the Cascadilla Gorge trail, leading to Cornell University. The area is home to America’s first wine trail, the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, offering wine tours for every taste. We pride ourselves on our knowledge of the area and are here to help you explore the very best the Finger Lakes region has to offer.

On-site parking is available for multiple vehicles, and the property is within walking distance of Ithaca's top attractions. For those looking to venture further, the excellent TCAT public transportation system is easily accessible.

*********Note to VRBO reservations********* Please note that if you cancel your reservation at any time, we will retain a 3% fee to cover credit card processing costs.

Property manager

Conor Gaffney

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Beautifully Decorated Stone Mansion Near Downtown Ithaca Ithaca
8428

About the area

Map
Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ithaca College - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cornell University - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Asia Cuisine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bike Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Moosewood Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thompson and Bleecker - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Loco Margarita Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Mansion at Fountain Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Mansion at Fountain Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Mansion at Fountain Place?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Mansion at Fountain Place located?

Located in East Hill Historic District, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The History Center and Ithaca College. Cornell University is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Historic Mansion at Fountain Place Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda E., Seoul, South Korea

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect base for Cornell move-in
Beautiful and spacious home to stay with family while moving our daughter into Cornell.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
170 year old home so we understand there are some issues. Oven was not working, yes we used the instructions to turn it on. Did not get hotter than 200 degrees. Second oven saved the day. Other issue was some of the showers and faucets had one temperature and that was 120 degrees. Scalding hot and would not turn down. Beautiful property and fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ithaca Visit
Interesting historic home with enough modern updates to please most. Easy walk to plenty of shops and restaurants. Useful kitchen for eat-in breakfasts or dinners. Easy drive to numerous gorges/falls. Very farm to table vibe in the town…
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
Perfect property for a bunch of Cornell graduates in their 40s. Plenty of room and ample bathrooms - perfect in every way and an easy walk to both the commons and college town. It will be the top location of choice for years to come.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend!
Hose worked great for our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
A perfect week in the perfect house for a family reunion. We grew up in Ithaca and then moved away. It was fun to share our home town with our families while staying at a fantastic home base
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion
We had a great stay at the house. 6 couples back for a Cornell reunion from the late 80s. The house was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clayton K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property
From booking the mansion to checking out, Ryan did a phenomenal job. I would highly recommend this property to anyone that is staying in Ithaca.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

betsy e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation !
Perfect everything!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for parents visiting Cornell
The house was perfect for hanging out while visiting our students. A nice backyard to grill and tons of common space. The only awkward part was the bathroom situation as only 2 of seven rooms have bathrooms and the rest share one. In that one bathroom is a old fashioned tub with only a hand shower. Other than that perfect spot !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family house
We (three families) had a great long weekend at Fountain Place. The house had plenty of room and spaces for all. Excellent onsite host - thank you Jyl !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous mansion!
Fountain Place is a beautiful, serene place. The rooms were superb, lovely views, comfy beds---and our host Vanessa was incredibly helpful, caring, engaging and knowledgable. She made great recommendations- for everything from Indian food to nearby waterfalls and locally owned bookstores! 👍 We had a wonderful time, and all the little touches that Vanessa provided made our stay extremely pleasant and Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan M., Southampton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Fabulous stay as always. Beautiful home. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
informal reunion
Very nice. Would definitely stay there again

10/10 Excellent

Dan M., Southampton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Cool historic house only a 5 min walk to Ithaca commons and 7 minutes from Ithaca college. Great stay. Will stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We had a great time staying in this beautiful home. Sarah was so helpful and friendly. When we had a few issues with the air conditioning, she worked right away to remedy the situation. The property was clean and easy walking distance to downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridget C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Property
The mansion was a beautiful property with gorgeous woodwork, detailing and character inside! We had a large group of ladies stay for several days and we had a wonderful time! The home was well-maintained, clean and the kitchen had everything we needed; plenty of dishes, serving platters and cooking essentials were on-hand which was perfect for entertaining and the cookout we held on our last night's stay. We utilized the grill and enjoyed dining al fresco on the beautiful patio. There were plenty of bathrooms, beds/rooms (and even a couple of extra cots) and the location is ideal for walking into downtown Ithaca. I would highly recommend this property to any family or large group who appreciates the love and care that has gone into maintaining the property. We did have a slight issue with no hot water the first evening, but the property manager addressed our concern and corrected the problem the next morning. Two thumbs up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini-reunion
After missing reunion due to covid we got together at this beautiful property as a substitute-reunion. The house was perfect for us, we had a blast. Everything is in walking distance (collegetown and Cornell up, Ithaca commons down), and there are many areas in the house to sit and relax. Every bedroom is nice too. And we were asked every day if we needed anything, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
My family and I stayed here for the weekend and it was absolutely perfect. The home was beautiful, clean, and spacious, with a great location close to both Cornell and the Commons. Sarah was great in all forms of communication both before and during our visit. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hao W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historical and spacious; great host
Really enjoyed our stay. The house has a long history but is well kept. Well stocked kitchenwares made cooking really easy. Our kids had a lot of fun with occasional deer visits. Sarah, our host, was very responsive and helped us solving an internet issue really quickly, so some of us could work in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020