Elegant Home, 6 bdrms & baths, handicap accessible ~ HotTub ~ Firepit & Wineries

Ithaca, New York
$1262 avg/night
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 6

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

Welcome to “Indulgence”! We spent over two years transforming this former hay barn into an exquisite 6-bedroom, 6-bath vacation rental for up to 12 guests. You’d never know from the original art, sweeping 9 and10-foot ceilings, artfully designed kitchen and marble-tiled bathrooms that cows once called “Indulgence” home!

Wake up in an ultra-comfortable Queen or King bed. Brew a cup of coffee on the Keurig and head out to an Adirondack chair on the sweeping back deck to watch the sunrise over the natural pond. Spend the day exploring this exquisite area: wine tours, waterfalls, delicious farm-to-table food and much more are at your fingertips.

Then come home to your restful retreat to make dinner in the gourmet kitchen and soak in the 7-person hot tub with one last glass of wine.

Indulgence is perfect for larger group getaways, from organizations or families to hobby groups and wine trips. Our long-range plan is to also use the space to host pre-apprenticeship training for those interested in a career in the trades, which sorely need new talent.

HIGHLIGHTS

5 bedrooms suites + additional Queen bedroom with office - all with blackout curtains for sleeping in.
6 full bathrooms
All on one level with barrier-free showers + no stairs anywhere on the property
7-person hot tub on the deck
Gorgeous views of rolling countryside, including a natural pond
Chef’s kitchen with SubZero fridge and Bertazzoni gas range
Natural pond with dock (pond is swimmable if conditions permit)
Intimate Library with comfy armchairs, perfect for curling up and conversations with your favorite people
“Rec room” with 65” flat-screen smart TV, wet bar, billiards table and game table
Individual HVAC systems in each bedroom
Plenty of parking for up to eight vehicles
Less than 10 minutes from downtown Ithaca
WiFi throughout


BEDROOMS

Indulgence features 5 bedroom suites, each with a Queen or King bed and an attached bath with a custom, spacious barrier-free shower. Two more guests can sleep on the Queen-size bedroom with an office area and use the additional full bath (with a soaker tub/shower combo) in the hallway. Everyone will get a good night’s sleep: the mattresses vary in firmness levels to suit different preferences, and each bedroom has its own mini-split system with individual temperature control.

This rental is all on one level—no stairs—and works well for guests with limited mobility.

LIVING & DINING

On rainy days (or just lazy ones), choose from various hangout spots. The open living area features the original siding from the barn on it's ceiling, comfy sofas and chairs, views of the pond through many windows, and a pair of stunning art deco paintings. Access the back deck, picnic tables and hot tub through glass doors in this space.

Grab a book from the Library and settle into one of the cozy armchairs. Or uncork some wine and chat with your friends—the armchairs are arranged in a circle for easy conversation that will likely outlast the wine. (This spot is my personal favorite and guests love it, too!)

At the back of the home is the Rec Room. Send kids and husbands here if you need some peace and quiet! This roomy space features a 65” Smart flat-screen, a pool table, a wet bar, a game table for 6, many games and access to the outside.

The kitchen is a masterpiece with marble counters, industrial-sized 48 fridge/freezer, and double ovens, including a Bertazzoni gas range. The center island with barstools is great for hors d'oeuvres before dinner. When the meal is ready, the 12-person dining area under 10-foot ceilings is a formal-yet-comfy place to dig in. Or head outside to the picnic tables on the deck for an al fresco dinner.

Our future plan is to host pre-apprenticeship training for those looking to begin a career in the building trades. In the meantime, we’re excited to host groups of all kinds, from organizations to families.

THE LOCATION

Indulgence is set on 8+ acres in the Ithaca countryside, with only one other house in sight—our second vacation rental, Shangri-Lodge, which sleeps 13 people and can be rented in addition to this one (depending on availability). But don’t let the quiet fool you. You are just minutes from the center of the action.
Drive 5 minutes to downtown Ithaca, where you’ll find more restaurants per-capita than in NYC! Not to mention tasting rooms, pubs, greasy spoon diners, cocktail lounges, cafes and much more.
Then, of course, there’s all the indulgences that this fertile growing region has to offer. Wine trails. Cider trails. Cheese trails. You can even hire a company to drive your own car from winery to winery—there are dozens of them to choose from! Cayuga Wine Trail, the oldest wine trail in the country, is a 10-minute drive from Indulgence. The nearest winery, Bet The Farm is merely 4 miles away.
Nature lovers are in their element here. Just minutes away is Taughannock Falls, a spectacular waterfall you can hike to (or view from the parking area). It is also the beginning of the Black Diamond Trail, and 8 mile long gravel trail that will take you down to Cass Park in Ithaca. Buttermilk Falls State Park, just 10-15 minutes away, features dozens of cascading waterfalls and miles of trails to explore, as does Robert Treman State Park. Watkins Glen is about a half hour away; hike the State Park trails through scenic gorges, or lounge on the shores of Seneca Lake. Cayuga Lake—the longest of the Finger Lakes—is also just a few minutes’ drive away.

NOTE: Not suitable for large weddings, receptions, parties or gatherings which include outside guests. Property is for the use and enjoyment of registered guests only, unless prior approval from owners is given.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Local Artist Showcase Recycling Unit Size: 4943 Sq Ft (459 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    6 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    3 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Area Rugs In Public Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Stair-free Path To Entrance Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Visual Alarms In Hallways Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Alexandra D.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2026

    Stayed Apr 7, 2026

    The house was exactly as expected. Very clean and a great place for a large group of people. Highly recommend for those who are staying in Ithaca!

  • Kat H.

    Submitted Feb 22, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    Mitch and his wife have a beautiful home . Thank you for everything!

  • Lindsay S.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    We had the privilege of staying over Christmas with a large group of family. The layout is very accommodating for multiple families to spread out with both quiet and gathering spaces. Mitch & KC’s attention to detail was very appreciated with a well-stocked kitchen, laundry, functional closets, and activities so that we could truly enjoy each other’s company comfortably within the space. We hope to be able to visit again!

  • Christina C.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    KC and Mitch are fantastic hosts! Very responsive and helpful.

  • Elizabeth R.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Mitch and KC’s home is STUNNING. Our jaws dropped when we walked in - the photos on the listing are obviously gorgeous but seeing this place in person truly surpassed expectations. The details and organization were unlike any rental property I’ve stayed in before. The location was well situated between Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and the cider trail. We enjoyed the hot tub on chilly nights, the sitting areas were all cozy for PJ nights with the girls, and we loved having the game table for card games. It was so nice for everyone to have their own room and bathrooms (again, the details in each room were gorgeous), and we had ample parking available. Mitch took time to come out and show us around the house and provide us with tips for using different features around the property. We would definitely love to come back! The girls actually voted to stay in one night instead of our original plan of going out for dinner because they wanted more time to enjoy being in the house! Thank you for a wonderful weekend!

  • Jennifer Z.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Our stay at Indulgence was absolutely perfect! We were a group of 12 women between the ages of 50 and 60, and the six bedrooms and bathrooms suited us perfectly. Every detail in the house was very clean & so thoughtfully designed, and the kitchen was even stocked with essentials to get us started until we made it to the market.During our stay, we enjoyed a chauffeured ride around the lake one day and hiked Buttermilk Falls the next. The location was ideal—just a short, easy drive to downtown Ithaca. The kitchen was so well equipped and convenient that we chose to have breakfast and dinner in, which made it easy for all of us to spend more time together.The house had everything we could possibly need: extra cuddle blankets, plenty of games, and even a second full-sized refrigerator in the game room. Some of us gathered there for Sunday football while others relaxed in the hot tub, soaking in the beautiful views. The beds and pillows were wonderfully comfortable, too!KC and Mitch were fantastic hosts—friendly, responsive, and always available if we needed anything (though they had truly thought of everything, so we never had to call). We’re already talking about returning and would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for the perfect getaway!

  • Anne

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    This large, beautiful house easily accommodates 6 couples in luxurious fashion. The kitchen is large, well designed and equipped. The dining room is suited to 6 couples plus friends. There are several living/gathering spaces indoors and a great deal of living space outdoors, with a view of rolling hills and a pond. Host was gracious and made everything easy.

  • Bob S.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    This is the perfect house for a relaxing family getaway. Very spacious, beautiful decor, and everything we needed. We wouldn’t change a thing. Already planning a return visit. Thanks for everything.

  • Kay H.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Beautiful and relaxing property equipped with everything for an enjoyable stay

  • dan h.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    This was our 7th annual family trip with siblings and was by far the nicest place we have stayed! House was so lovely. It was well appointed and very clean. All 9 of us agreed on what a beautiful place it was! Thank you for everything!

  • Stephen B.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    This is a wonderful home, exceptionally clean and comfortable, with lots of indoor and outdoor space to relax and to visit. The kitchen is well stocked with quality dining and cooking ware. Bedrooms are large and very well appointed, five of six have ensuite bathrooms. Our party included six siblings and spouses ages 55 to 75 and everyone loved the place!

  • Suzanne C F.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    The property exceeded our expectations in every way! The property had plenty of spaces for our family with several comfortable gathering areas both inside and out. The outdoor spots were perfect for relaxing together and the elegant bedrooms made everyone feel pampered. The host was friendly and responsive and the house was spotless. Great location. - quiet but close to everything. We’re just a short car right away. Highly recommend for families or groups!

  • Stephanie P.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Amazing property. Fully equipped kitchen. We were met by owner for check-in and he explained how to operate everything in the house. Exquisitely decorated, very comfortable and roomy. Huge game room. I can’t say enough about how special this property is. I highly recommend it for a wonderful stay at Cayuga Lake. Owners go beyond in meeting vacationers’ needs. We shall return!

  • Barbara w.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Accommodations were very comfortable, kitchen was well stocked and included 2 refrigerators and 2 ovens which was a plus. Spacious, clean, great flow throughout the house. Our family enjoyed the many social/ living rooms, especially the library! Beautiful gardens and well tended grounds, the upscale interior and floor plan were well thought out. The hosts were quick to respond with any questions we had. Look forward to coming back next year!

  • Jennifer A.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    8 ladies enjoying our annual girls trip. House exceeded expectations. A rare gem that is better than advertised. Excellent location to enjoy dining and attractions in Ithaca. Fabulous dining options in town Moosewood is not to be missed. Local parks are near by for waterfalls and hiking.Beautiful pastoral setting at the home. Modern amenities and convenience throughout the home. Our host was available for check in and that was a very nice touch.

  • Heather C.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    We loved our stay here. It was huge and fit our group of 11 comfortably. Loved the style of the home and the location was also nice. Very happy and would come here again!

  • Jen V.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 13, 2024

    Stayed for a graduation would love to come back for a family vacation

  • Lynn A.

    Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    Pristine, well maintained, beautiful home (exactly as advertised). Amenities and location were perfect as our son goes to Ithaca and is an easy 10 minute car ride to the house. Be sure to read the fine print of the contract in an effort to avoid any issues as the owners are sensitive to extra people and cars parked at the house for any reason.

  • Deborah G.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    The house was beautiful with 5 large bedrooms with private baths, a large table that we could all eat together and plenty of room to spread iut as well. We had 5 couples so this was wonderful. The house was newly built and decorated as it had been a barn before. We enjoyed the game and TV room after wonderful days spent hiking and at the wineries. I would recommend this property to any big group.

  • Maryann H.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    The property was beautiful with gorgeous views. The home was extremely comfortable for our large group of friends. We enjoyed a few wineries and two State Parks.

  • jen l.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    If we could give this place more stars- we would! We have stayed at dozens of rental homes over the years and this is the first place that we did not want for anything. The owners have thought of everything that you could possibly want or need and did not skimp on anything. They were also a pleasure to work with and extremely attentive with questions. The house is perfect for a larger group of adults traveling together and everything is very comfortable and stylish. Very well thought out with an attention to detail. We look forward to staying here again some day and are recommending this home to everyone!

  • George Y.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    Great property, designed for vacations with several Master Suites. Very well appointed - we loved the kitchen & range.

  • Mary Pat S.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2024

    Stayed Jul 21, 2024

    Indulgence was very well equipped and great for our family of 11 including 6 adults and 5 children aged 1-7. The home is well built and nicely decorated. The single level home was ideal - we were spread out but together! The outdoor space gave the kids a great place to run around and the hot tub was fun too. We found lots to do in the surrounding area of Ithaca with Stewart Park, hikes to several falls, the Children’s Museum. Make sure to read the rental policies from the owners - they are a little different than VRBO’s - be sure you understand their policies around payment and cancellation in particular so there are no surprises. I had several interactions with Mitch (one of the owners) and he was very helpful and prompt in answering my questions.

  • Gail G.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    This house is amazing. It looks and feels brand new and it's enormous. We couldn't have been more comfortable. Every amenity was available and the view of the pond from the back patio was great. Don't hesitate to rent it!

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