Historic Mansion at Fountain Place in Downtown Ithaca

Ithaca, New York
$1774 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 7

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

BEFORE BOOKING, PLEASE READ OUR RENTAL AGREEMENT

Welcome to Fountain Place, a beautifully restored 1890s mansion and the perfect setting to experience the charm and splendor of Ithaca. Designed by William Henry Miller, Cornell University’s first architecture student and one of Ithaca’s most influential architects, this historic home served as the residence for Ithaca College presidents for over 70 years. Impeccably maintained, the mansion features stunning woodwork, uniquearchitectural details, and modern amenities, offering an unforgettable stay.

Features of Fountain Place:
7 Bedrooms
3 Full Bathrooms and 3 Half Baths
Multiple Gathering Spaces: Sunroom, Drawing Room, Living Room, Game Room, and Dining Room
Modern, Fully Equipped Kitchen
Outdoor Amenities: Slate stone patio with a grill and fire pit
Guests have access to the 1st and 2nd floors of the home, while the basement and 3rd floor remain private.

We are on-call to assist with any needs during your stay, ensuring you enjoy the best experience while respecting your privacy.

Prime Location:
Fountain Place is situated in a quiet, central location, just a short walk from Downtown Ithaca and Cornell’s Collegetown. Downtown offers a vibrant mix of award-winning restaurants, unique artisanal shops, and popular theaters. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the property’s breathtaking view of Cascadilla Gorge and direct access to the Gorge Trail, which leads up to Cornell University’s beautiful campus.

The Finger Lakes region is renowned for its natural beauty, and Fountain Place is the perfect base for exploring its highlights, including the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, America’s first wine trail, with tours tailored to every taste.

Additional Amenities:
On-site parking for multiple vehicles
Easy access to Ithaca’s excellent TCAT public transportation system
Walking distance to top local attractions
Important Note for VRBO Reservations:
Please be aware that if you cancel your reservation at any time, a 3% fee will be retained to cover credit card processing costs.

We look forward to welcoming you to Fountain Place and sharing the best of Ithaca and the Finger Lakes region with you!

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

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

    7 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Dryer Laundry Facilities
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Patio Terrace
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood 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. Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • marybeth s.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    We stayed with extended family here and the house was perfect. It had everything you needed if you were to cook and eat at home, very well appointed kitchen. The linens and beds were very comfortable. it had so much space even with many people there it never felt cramped. Beautiful property

  • Karl L.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    All was great.

  • Linda E.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Aug 18, 2024

    Beautiful and spacious home to stay with family while moving our daughter into Cornell.

  • Jeff G.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    170 year old home so we understand there are some issues. Oven was not working, yes we used the instructions to turn it on. Did not get hotter than 200 degrees. Second oven saved the day. Other issue was some of the showers and faucets had one temperature and that was 120 degrees. Scalding hot and would not turn down. Beautiful property and fit our needs perfectly.

  • Bruce S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    Interesting historic home with enough modern updates to please most. Easy walk to plenty of shops and restaurants. Useful kitchen for eat-in breakfasts or dinners. Easy drive to numerous gorges/falls. Very farm to table vibe in the town…

  • Kari F.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2023

    Stayed Aug 11, 2023

    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.

  • Rich B.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2023

    Stayed Apr 21, 2023

    Hose worked great for our visit.

  • Maya S.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2022

    Stayed Jul 28, 2022

    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

  • David M.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2022

    Stayed Jul 21, 2022

    We had a great stay at the house. 6 couples back for a Cornell reunion from the late 80s. The house was perfect.

  • Clayton K.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2022

    Stayed Jun 9, 2022

    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.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$1,774+
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