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Historic Mansion at Fountain Place

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Ithaca, NY
  • Popular LocationIthaca Commons6 min walk
  • Popular LocationIthaca College3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCornell University5 min drive
  • AirportIthaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)12 min drive

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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

Fountain Place is the perfect setting to enjoy the many splendors of beautiful Ithaca, a quiet spot but just blocks from downtown or Cornell's Collegetown. This beautiful 1890s mansion was designed by one of Ithaca's most influential architects and served as the home of Ithaca College presidents for more than 70 years. Beautifully maintained and full of unique woodwork and architectural details, with a fully equipped modern kitchen and lots of unique spaces for socializing or retreating.

Fountain Place features 7 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 3 half baths, a solarium, drawing room, living room, game room, dining room, kitchen, and large outdoor patio area equipped with a grill and fire pit.

Guests have access the 1st and 2nd floor. The basement and 3rd floor serve as private spaces.

We will be on-call to ensure you have the best stay possible, but we will also be mindful of your privacy!

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

Fountain Place has on-site parking for multiple vehicles and is within walking distance of the best that Ithaca has to offer, from Cascadilla Gorge to Downtown Ithaca. For those who want to venture further, we have an excellent TCAT public transportation system.

Property manager

Conor Gaffney

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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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

Ithaca

This holiday home is located in Ithaca. Shoppers can check out Ithaca Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cayuga Lake and Buttermilk Falls State Park. Puddledockers and Sciencenter are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 6 min walk
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 9 min walk
  • Ithaca College - 3 min drive
  • Cornell University - 5 min drive
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Revelry Yards - 5 min walk
  • Asia Cuisine - 5 min walk
  • Bike Bar - 6 min walk
  • Ithaca Ale House - 6 min walk
  • Kilpatrick's Publick House - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Mansion at Fountain Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Mansion at Fountain Place?

As of 30 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Mansion at Fountain Place on 24 Jun 2024 start from NZ$2,654.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Situated in Ithaca, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The History Center and Ithaca Commons. Cornell University and Cayuga Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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