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The Timber Garden Cottage

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Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

Miscellaneous

Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views!

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views!
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About the area

Map
Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Medical Center - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ithaca Commons - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Ithaca College - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Cornell University - 13 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Purity Ice Cream Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The BoatYard Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Northstar House - ‬10 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 Timber Garden Cottage

This entire stunning home is waiting for you! It has classic timber frame construction boasting large beautiful wood beams, lots of light, and a rustic feel. Both spacious and cozy at the same time!

This unique converted space is the former home of a plant nursery and my bakery! It was converted to a year round home a few years ago, so its beautiful with a few quirks... like two ovens, exit signs, and lots of baking supplies! This is a peaceful space that has been loved and thoughtfully curated. I hope you enjoy!

All parts of the home will be available to you during your stay, except for the storage room... which is less than exciting anyway!

Located centrally to all things Ithaca,
7-10 mins drive to downtown, 15 mins to both Cornell and Ithaca College, and a few miles to Taughannock State Park, the beginning of the Cayuga Wine trail, and Trumansburg. This cottage puts you close to all things Ithaca!

** New bathroom renovation completed Jan 2022!

Property manager

Audra Bartlett

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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

The Timber Garden Ithaca
The Timber Garden Cottage Ithaca
The Timber Garden Cottage Private vacation home
The Timber Garden Cottage Private vacation home Ithaca

Frequently asked questions

Is The Timber Garden Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Timber Garden Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Timber Garden Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Timber Garden Cottage located?

Situated in Ithaca, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Museum of the Earth, Cayuga Medical Center and Cayuga Nature Center. Cayuga Lake and Taughannock Falls State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Audra’s communication was excellent. This was a great home base for me and my wife on our honeymoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This cottage was perfect for our stay. Close to downtown and waterfalls. It had every accommodation we needed. Super pleased and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend
This was acquaint, cute and comfortable house! It was far enough out of Ithaca for peace and quiet yet very convenient to get to attractions and get necessary items. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
great weekend get away
This property is located outside of Ithaca for a quieter vibe yet within a 5-10 minute drive from Cayuga Lake and downtown. It was easy to navigate, great communication, and perfect for a girls getaway weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in excellent location
Fairy-Tale cottage, tastefully decorated inside and out, close to Ithaca and Cornell University. Would not hesitate to stay there again. Host was also lovely and super-responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
Beautiful property, very easy checkin and the communication with the owner was great. Very close to town but far enough out where there isn’t a lot of commotion.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and spacious renovated bakery!
We had a fantastic stay at the Timber Garden Cottage. Its location is perfect--not right in the downtown area, but conveniently close. It was also a good base for driving out to several area waterfalls. The living area is laid out as an "L" and was spacious with super-comfortable couches. There was a pretty garden with a couple of Adirondack chairs to enjoy a drink outdoors. The beds and bedding were high-quality and comfortable. We didn't cook while we were there, but coffee, tea, sugar, ice, a few welcome snacks, and some miscellaneous staples left by other tenants were there on arrival, and I was envious of the professional gas stove, left over from this property's former identity as the Wild Flour Baked Goods company. Be prepared to use a French press if you are a coffee drinker; if you aren't, bring a small coffeemaker with you! The AC is window mounted and supplemented by fans, but even with a loft and a heat warning, the house stayed comfortably cool. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return during high flow time in the spring or early summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Timber Garden Cottage It was close enough to downtown but too close. We loved being in the quiet outside of the downtown but loved we could fry to it easily. We will absolutely rent again when we go up to see our student.

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful stay
We had a wonderful time. The house is beautifully crafted and spacious. We enjoyed the outdoor patio next to the gardens with a glass of wine. The location is perfect - close to downtown Ithaca, but far enough away that you don't know its there. Close to the lake and many wineries and breweries. We had a nice time at Bet the Farm Winery, which is just a skip down the side road. We also enjoyed Knapp Winery, Goose Watch Winery, Liquid State Brewery, Buttermilk Falls and Taghaunick Falls. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Luciano G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and Unique
We enjoyed our stay. Great location. The cottage is exactly as described, very charming. The mattress and linens are high quality and comfy. Probably the nicest most contemporary bathroom we've had in a private rental. Audra provided full sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap and toilet paper. More generous than a high end hotel. Plenty of glassware, dishes etc. and all very clean. Audra was nice enough to leave some healthy snacks in the counter bowl to welcome us. If I had to leave one constructive critique - some of the pots/cookware were grimy. Probably due to not being used in a while or whomever did use last did a rush job washing. Easily remedied and small issue in the scheme of things. It gave me a great excuse not to cook much :) Plenty of cleaning supplies were provided so we could clean up throughout our week's stay, if needed. Overall, cozy and enjoyable. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to stay!!
Great communication with the property manager. The place is so lovely and cozy. We didn't want to leave. I would definitely recommend it to others!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chenoa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable and functional
Super cute and somehow feels private even though it is along a busy road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Clean, and Comfy!
We enjoyed our stay at Timber Garden Cottage. It was the perfect location for all the sightseeing we wanted to do, including Buttermilk Falls State Park, Robert H. Treman State Park, Taughannok State Park, the Sheldrake Winery, and the Fingerlakes Cider House. The cottage is thoughtfully decorated, cute, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property and host!
We loved staying at the Timber Garden Cottage. It's beautiful and just a few minutes' drive from Ithaca. Communication with the host was fantastic. We hope to come back soon. : )
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Comfy
Over all we loved the rental! We slept well after we hiked 3 water falls, and visited both Ithaca and Watkins Glen. Several items could have better .... such as a Keurig with coffee cups instead of the "French Press" coffee. All & all we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Getaway
My spouse and I stayed here for 2 nights to celebrate my birthday. The cottage was very cozy and we loved the post and beam interior and its unique decor. It is located on a busy road, but we really didn't notice the traffic noise while inside. It is conveniently close to Ithaca where we dined at the Ithaca Bakery (would recommend visiting there) and the Moosewood Restaurant, which we thoroughly enjoyed. The cottage is also very close to many beautiful waterfalls which we visited. All in all, a great place to visit and a really nice cottage to enjoy after our outings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle B., Brighton, Mi 48843

Liked: Cleanliness
Ithaca getaway
This VRBO was cute. A couple of comments/suggestions…since the floor is concrete, I definitely suggest some more area rugs as floor got chilly in the morning and evening. Secondly, lots of lightbulbs were out in the rental. The 2nd floor loft was nice but floorboards were very creaky so if someone got up during the night to use the bathroom the other person definitely was woken up even though we tried to be quiet. Bathroom was updated and nice with nice amenities. Overall, we enjoyed our stay as only 8 minutes or so from downtown, wineries and hiking places. It was a different VRBO for us with its unique charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Property is just as described. Very clean, easy ride to downtown Ithaca. No issues at all. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mary M., Scranton PA area

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House just outside of Ithaca
This was a bakery and greenhouse business turned small cottage for 2-3 people. Just outside of Ithaca, not far from everything Ithaca has to offer. Beautiful windows and woodwork inside, with a nice loft area for sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short family getaway
This charming house was perfect for our little family getaway. Everything was clean and well organized. We had no issues at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Lewes, Delaware

Liked: Cleanliness
Ithaca - great location
We really enjoyed the property, everything you needed was there. It is a great location for exploring the Ithaca / Watkins Glen area, we did lots of hiking and this was the perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ithaca
Nice place. Comfortable and clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A charming modern cabin within a quick drive to Ithaca
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely and modern property in a peaceful setting. Audra was super easy to get in touch with and very accommodating. If we have one constructive suggestion, it’s to add more light in the bathroom, particularly at the mirrors, where it’s a bit dark for men’s shaving. But the bathroom has been renovated recently and is nicely appointed. The Wi-Fi signal was excellent. This was our first stay at a vacation rental and we’ll be happy to do it again…at this property, if it’s available. Many thanks for a wonderful stay, Audra.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The cottage was even cuter in person. I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend and will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, sunny spot
This place was perfect for my husband and I over the long weekend of our wedding. It was a nice quiet oasis for the two of us. (I was a little worried that there might be noise from traffic on route 96, but I didn't notice it at all.) The place is just as light as the photographs show. We walked the ~15 minutes down the road to Bet the Farm Winery and didn't have to worry about driving after having a couple glasses in their lovely outdoor seating area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022