[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Cayuga Lake ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108324400/108324388/77f27319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108324400/108324388/8f7d5e17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108324400/108324388/92eedfb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108324400/108324388/aaa74287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108330000/108324400/108324388/10c2da39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock Relax with the whole family at this rustic lakefront cottage with cozy interior and expansive lakefront. Whether you'd like to stay in and enjoy the home or go explore Ithaca, we have something for you! With kayaks, a fire pit, spacious outdoor space, lake access, a large dock, and a cozy interior, staying in has never felt so good. If adventuring is more your speed, we're minutes away from Taughannock Park, Cass Park, waterfalls, wineries, and more. We are also only 6 miles from Cornell and IC! ★ LIVING AREAS ★ Step into a bright, welcoming living space with stunning lake views, cozy seating, and all the entertainment you need for a memorable stay. Whether you're curled up with a book, playing a board game, or streaming your favorite show, this room is the heart of your lakeside retreat. ✔ Comfy Futon for Extra Sleeping Space ✔ Smart TV ✔ Books & Board Games ✔ Scenic Views of the Lake ✔ Dining Area for 6 ✔ Additional Tall Table with 4 Stools in Adjacent Room (Great for Extra Dining or Games) ★ KITCHEN & DINING ★ The well-appointed kitchen comes fully equipped with all the essentials to whip up a home-cooked meal or prep picnic lunches before a day on the lake. Enjoy your meals indoors or step outside and grill with a view! ✔ Refrigerator, Oven, Microwave & Dishwasher ✔ Coffee Maker + Fresh Coffee ✔ Blender, Toaster & Hot Water Kettle ✔ Dishes, Silverware, Wine Glasses & Cookware ✔ Dining Table for 6 ✔ Extra Tall Table with 4 Stools for Additional Seating ★ BEDROOMS & BATHROOM ★ Upstairs, you’ll find four comfortable bedrooms—perfect for families, friends, or couples. All rooms come with fresh linens, soft pillows, and thoughtful touches to help you feel at home. ✔ Bedroom 1 – Queen Bed, Lake View ✔ Bedroom 2 – Twin Bed ✔ Bedroom 3 – Twin Bed ✔ Bedroom 4 – 2 Twin Beds ✔ Additional Futon on First Floor ✔ 1 Full Bathroom Stocked with Towels, Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash ✔ Hair Dryer, Iron & Ironing Board ✔ Pack & Play Available for Little Guests ★ OUTDOOR SPACE & LAKE ACCESS ★ Take full advantage of the serene lakeside setting with plenty of outdoor space to relax and explore. Grill out, soak in the sun, or head down to the private dock for some unforgettable moments. ✔ Furnished Deck with Seating ✔ Large Yard for Outdoor Fun ✔ Private Dock – Ideal for Swimming, Fishing, or Sunset Gazing ✔ 2 Kayaks Available for Guest Use ✔ Outdoor Grill ★ ADDITIONAL AMENITIES ★ ✔ Air Conditioning & Heating (Baseboard + Space Heaters) ✔ Free High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Washer & Dryer ✔ Free Parking (2 Cars in Upper Lot, Additional in Lower Lot) ✔ Stair Access from Parking to Home ✔ Pack & Play ✔ Two Dog Blankets Provided – Please use to help keep furniture pet-free We’ve designed this home to offer the perfect mix of comfort, relaxation, and adventure. Whether you’re here to explore the lake, bond with family, or simply unwind with a view, this is your place to feel at home. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Apartment, Private Bathroom, Lake View (Upper Unit) | Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35680000/35670200/35670123/2bbb4e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ithaca Boat House Ithaca - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=35670123&PinnedHotelID=35670123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102660000/102659200/102659134/a0b48fed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Rustic Retreat- King bed, hot tub, wineries, waterfalls, hiking, Cornell Ithaca - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=102659134&PinnedHotelID=102659134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34940000/34937600/34937578/1a9d97b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 120 Feet of Private Beachfront Trumansburg - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=34937578&PinnedHotelID=34937578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110718200/110718134/dea432fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Gallery House- Hot Tub and Designer Home Ithaca - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $295 CA $613 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=110718134&PinnedHotelID=110718134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117840000/117839600/117839567/60dfb21a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Getaway by Cayuga Lake, Pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna, Game Room & More Trumansburg - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=117839567&PinnedHotelID=117839567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100439400/100439330/8810fc09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to Cornell University, IC, hiking, airport, peaceful views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=42.49414,-76.542465&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mokbGjudrM%3FS%3FU%3FU%3FS%40U%40U%40S%40S%40U%40UBQ%40UBUBSBSBSBUBSDSDSBSDSDSDQFSDSDQFSFQFSFQFOFQFSHOFQHQHOHOHQHMHQHMJOHOJMHMJOJMJKJMJMLKJKJMLKJKLKJILILKLILILGLILGNILGLGLENGLENELENGLCNENCLCNCNALCNCNANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40NBLBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNFNDLDLDNFLDLFLFNHLFLHLFLHLHLJLHJHLJJJLJJLJJLJJLJLJJJLJNHLJLHNJNHLHPHLHPHNHNHPFPHNFRFPFNFPFRFPFRDPDRFRDPDRDRBRDRDRBRBTBRBRBRBT%40T%40PBT%40T%40R%40R%40T%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FRATATAPATATCTAPATCTCRCRCRCTCRERERCREREREPGREPERGRGPGRGPGNGPGRINGPINIPINIPILIPILKNINKLILKNKLKJKLKLMJKJKLMJKJMJKHMHMJMHMHMFMHMFOHMFMFMDOFMDMDODODMDODOBMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOCOAMCOAOCMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMEOGMEMGMGOIMGMIMGMIMIMKMIKIMKKKMKKMKKMKKMKMKKKMKOIMKMIOKOIMIQIMIQIOIQIOGQIOGSGQGOGQGSGQGSESEQGSEQESESCSESESCSCUCSCSCSCUAUCQAUAUAUAQAUAU%3FS%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=p5hEoYwZrpU7xdYvmOiDuR3ijFo=) Ithaca, NY #### What's nearby - Cayuga Medical Center - 7 min drive - 4.3 km - Ithaca Falls Natural Area - 10 min drive - 8.6 km - Ithaca Commons - 10 min drive - 8.9 km - Ithaca College - 11 min drive - 9.9 km - Cornell University - 13 min drive - 10.7 km #### Getting around - Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Sumo Hibachi and Sushi - ‬13 min drive - ‪23 North - ‬13 min drive - ‪Ithaca Bakery - ‬13 min drive - ‪Ithaca Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at The 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The 65th Step - Lakefront Cottage + Private Dock located? > Situated in Ithaca, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cayuga Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cayuga Nature Center and Cayuga Medical Center. Museum of the Earth is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question