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The Timber Garden Cottage

Holiday home in Ithaca with kitchen

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Experience the charm of this unique converted home, with classic timber frame construction and a peaceful atmosphere. With its rustic feel, large beautiful wood beams, and lots of light, you'll find it both spacious and cozy at the same time.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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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.

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 rooms …which are 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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • 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
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Ithaca is home to this holiday home. Kitchen Theater and State Theatre of Ithaca are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of the Earth and Puddledockers. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newman Arena, or consider a night out at Dutch Harvest Farm. Visit our Ithaca travel guide
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Ithaca, NY

What's nearby

  • A perfect waterfall on its way to Cayuga Lake. The trees provide scale.
    Taughannock Falls State Park
    5 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Museum of the Earth
    4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cayuga Medical Center
    5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cayuga Nature Center
    5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Hangar Theatre
    6 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Boatyard Grill
    8 min drive
  • Ithaca Coffee Company Roasting Facility
    8 min drive
  • One Particular Harbour (Private)
    11 min drive
  • Inn At Taughannock
    9 min drive
  • Glenwood Pines
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Timber Garden Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Timber Garden Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the 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).

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The Timber Garden Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michele J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place and we enjoyed our stay! Close to all the things we wanted to see and do! We did a lot in Ithaca and the west side of Cayuga Lake and the east side of Seneca Lake. Very cozy house and I loved all the plants! Thank you! My only complaint is- the lighting in the bathroom is not good at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ithaca is Gorges

Close to parks and restaurants and shopping and just a pretty place to spend some time. Perfect for a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Truly Unique Gem

Spent 4 wonderful nights in the Timber Garden Cottage. Audra communicated all I needed to know before I arrived. When I got there she had a vase of sunflowers waiting for me! The cottage is tastefully decorated & is equipped with everything you could possibly need. I enjoyed the natural beauty of the wooden beams, the long table, the desk, the countertop, the stairs, the floor of the loft & its dresser. I appreciated the living plants, the spectacular view of sunrise, & the super convenient location. Ithaca is minutes away. You will not be. disappointed with this rental, I hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend!

My husband and I celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary in Ithaca and this home was just perfect! Great spot located about 12 minutes from the downtown and only 5 minutes from (in our opinion) an absolute must see, Taughannock Falls State Park. Very unique interior with awesome natural lighting. The host keeps this home clean with great smelling soap (yes we took a picture of it!)…overall 10/10 experience and we would highly recommend. Only thing to note is that it is right off the side of a road so if you are sensitive to noise while sleeping this is something to consider. This did not bother us but just something to note!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great July 4th weekend stay at The Timber Garden Cottag

My wife & I loved our stay at Timber Garden Cottage. A unique, wood beam chalet type 2 story home, filled with charm, books, games, and kitchen utensils. Very comfortable bed upstairs. It was hot outside but the 2 A/C units downstairs did a good job. We had small breakfasts at the lovely Timber Garden Cottage, ate most other meals at a friends nearby lakefront home on Cayuga Lake. Loved seeing the wineries & breweries on scenic Seneca Lake, and loved hiking the breathtaking Robert Treman State Park, highly recommend. It's hard to think of anything to recommend as an upgrade for Audra's Timber Garden Cottage. Possibly a brigher light in the bathroom, we found it a bit dark. Also, we had forgotten there was no dishwasher, we wish we had remembered to bring plastic plates, glasses,etc. No big deal, as we didn't cook big meals. Another big plus, TV worked well , with lost of options. Garden out the back door smelled so nice ! The lock box worked well and was easy, not always the case with our other VRBO &AB&B experiences. Audra was easy to communicate with and pleasant. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Luciano G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really liked the place and enjoyed our stay. There was plenty of room for a couples getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here. Very clean, comfortable and well stocked. Easy communication and no issues with either stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here. Every detail was considered. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. It was cooled by two portable AC units. Lots of space
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Ali G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Madalyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second most enjoyable stay at the Timber Garden Cottage and it won't be our last. This well-appointed place is away from it all, yet conveniently close to anything you'd like to do in Ithaca, Seneca Falls or Aurora. You'll find everything as pictured & described in the listing. There's a library of books to choose from should it rain. Outside there's a table & chairs where you can watch the sun rise with a cup of tea. Later in the day there's a firepit & charcoal grill to use should you choose. Audra has done an excellent job curating a peaceful retreat where we we've been able to refresh & recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Toby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Chenoa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable and functional

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