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Retreat-Like Setting

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to this one-of-a-kind rental nestled near Trumansburg village, where serene creekside surroundings meet modern comforts. Unwind with a piano performance or entertain in the fully-equipped kitchen while taking in nature views through 35 feet of windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61152 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Retreat-Like Setting

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with Netflix.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Piano
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: If you smoke outside discard all butts

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,152 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Events

No events allowed
We welcome small gatherings.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you smoke outside discard all butts

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
Note from host: We welcome small gatherings.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Retreat Like Setting
Retreat-like Setting Trumansburg
Retreat-like Setting Private vacation home
Retreat-like Setting Private vacation home Trumansburg

About the area

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Trumansburg, NY

What's nearby

  • Taughannock Falls State Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Americana Vineyards - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Hillendale Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Cayuga Nature Center - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Cayuga Medical Center - 15 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trimmers Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Inn At Taughannock - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gimme! Coffee Roastery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mama Said Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ice Cream Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat-Like Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Retreat-Like Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Retreat-Like Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat-Like Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat-Like Setting located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Taughannock Falls State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cayuga Lake and Hillendale Golf Course. Americana Vineyards and Cayuga Nature Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Retreat-Like Setting Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

camille w.

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

Bee House

We love the location and the house. This was our third visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard G., Tucson, Arizona

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

Stay in Trumansburg

Great place. Be sure to visit Taughannock Falls nearby when visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very Peaceful setting. A homey comfort feel. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Great stay

The house was wonderful! Very quiet and peaceful. Great location for lots of day trips! The pottery made by Shirley in the house was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ellen p.

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

Vacation

Beautifull
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely place in a private setting

We enjoyed our stay at the Bee House. Comfortable bed, beautiful views and fast internet! Would recommend a bigger TV and better couch setup so more than one person can enjoy. Otherwise, it exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Just lovely

A lovely, peaceful week of cooking, sledding and bird watching!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta Y.

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

Wonderful house and great host

Reuniting with old friends at the Bee House was the perfect setting for relaxation and conversation. The house is comfortable, and the setting is beautiful. Everything we needed to make meals and sleep well was provided. Shirley is a great host and even showed us her pottery studio. We enjoyed her artistry and all of the thoughtfully chosen artwork on display in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Fantastic house and property

Our family loved the house! The wall of windows offered lovely views, and Shirley’s amazing artwork throughout the house was a wonderful touch. Every detail has been thoughtfully taken care of. Shirley was a pleasure to work with, and all of the directions and recommendations were super helpful. It was great to be so near a variety of state parks, wineries, and more. We would totally recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

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

Peaceful

What a wonderful house we happened upon. Everything we needed was provided and more, and the handmade touches made it feel all the more special. We especially loved the views from the large windows and sitting on the balconies and riverside chairs as the weather allowed. Everything was comfortable and bright. Add in easy communication with our hosts, and this house is hard to beat. If we’re ever in the area again, we’d love to stay right here. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Private, Peaceful, Perfect

The pictures of this property tell the story. It is clean, quiet, private, and all in a serene setting. Out the window the lawn slopes down to the river. Step outside at night and see the stars. The kitchen is beautifully equipped with Shirley's ceramics as well as top of the line pots and pans. Not all rentals have good quality cooking utensils. You will not be disappointed should you decide to stay at this property. The one thing I would add to this home is lamps in the living area for reading at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeny H.

Bee- utiful Bee House

We loved, loved LOVED the Bee House. The Bee House exceeded our expections in every way. Situated in an elevated position overlooking the creek, it has the most amazing views of woodland, water and a charming little bridge. The location is tranquil and secluded, whilst in easy reach of Trumansburg, a charming little town, with all amenities. The Bee House is furnished to a high standard, with beautiful wooden floors and everything you could possibly need, inluding toiletries and kitchen spices! The only possible improvement I could suggest, is that the single bed in the second bedroom could be replaced by a double bed or another single added, instead of the futon. Shirley couldn't have been more helpful. She went out of her way to enable my husband to see one of the World Cup rugby matches and nothing seemed too much trouble. I wholeheartedly recommend the Bee House and have no hesitation in rating it five star.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2015

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying here. Our kids (ages 4 and 6.5) loved having a big yard, woods, and creek to explore, and we loved the peace and quiet and connection with nature. The location was perfect for us - rural, but 7 minutes drive to Trumansburg, 20 minutes to the center of Ithaca, and 20-30 minutes to all the hiking and swimming (and some wineries) we could want!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful house in a perfectly quiet but not too remote location. It was impeccably clean and stocked with beautiful pottery dishes that the owner made. Loved morning coffee on balcony! Beds were comfortable, linens were nice and plentiful. There is quality, well maintained furniture as well as wonderful kitchen. We enjoyed neighboring parks and easy access to Ithaca. We would absolutely do this again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Close to Father in Law, great getaway

My husband's dad lives in Trumansburg, he is 90 and has some confusion. It was too much for him to have three houseguests so my husband stayed at his dad's house and my daughter and I stayed at the Bee House, a six minute drive, very convenient. We stay up later and sleep in so we were able to have our daily rhythm without worry of disrupting my father in law. The house is clean, beautiful and comfortable. Owner is responsive and helpful. Highly recommend.
The river
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

Quiet Tranquility

Excellent spot and such a beautiful quiet place. So close to cider mills and wineries as well as the center of Ithaca for restaurants and attractions. New favorite spot for a quiet weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig U.

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

Great stay for Cornell graduation

This property was a tranquil, beautiful oasis away from the hustle and bustle of Cornell graduation weekend. It was super clean and very comfortable. It was great to enjoy some quiet time with family in this serene setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Beautiful country setting

With the hustle and bustle of graduation weekend in Ithaca, this was a perfect location for a little R & R away from it all. With the windows open, it was wonderful waking to the sound of water. The host makes and stocks the house with lovely ceramics. Cute little town took care of our few needs while there. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

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

Peaceful oasis

We normally visit the area in the fall and stay at a place on the lake. This time we decided to try spring and couldn't stay where we normally do. The Bee House was so comfortable and peaceful. You feel like you are in a secluded area yet you are about 20 minutes from Ithaca and not much further to Watkins Glen. This is a great place to stay to visit the west side of Cayuga Lake and the east side of Seneca Lake. Hiking, waterfalls, gorgeous gorges (!), and wineries, cideries, and breweries all nearby. We loved how all the many windows let in the natural light, which makes you feel like you are in a treehouse overlooking the creek. We enjoyed coffee on the balcony in the morning and wine in the Adirondack chairs by the creek watching the sunset. Great little kitchen, too, with beautiful pottery made by the owner. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri G.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful!

We had a fantastic stay in this Trumansburg house. We cannot speak highly enough of this beautiful house and grounds. It was such a joy, every morning, to look out at the woodland and bubbling river. Very peaceful. Well appointed. Even though it was cold and rainy for one of our days, it was still such a pleasure. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Anniversary getaway

We had a wonderful time! House was just what we wanted. Loved that we were could go out for some day trip activities and come back and relax. Very cozy, and welcoming home. We played some of the games and just relaxed. Lots of restaurants near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Shirley and Rich are the best hosts

I believe this is the 5th time we've stayed at Bee Cottage. We are so happy to be able to visit and stay in such a lovely well cared for property. We come up every year to spend 2 weeks visiting with family, and we look forward to this trip every year. Shirley and Rich have made a cottage that feels like home and we hope to return for many more years. They are the best hosts ever
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

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

Family getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. Great location that was close to all of the outdoor activities we wanted to do. The property was peaceful, secluded and relaxing which is exactly what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria A. B.

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

One with nature

A lovely light-filled space. Very comfortable & private. We loved our week here in this special & well designed cabin with a deeply personal touch in Shirleys pottery, musical instruments, & art work. Lots of wild life around & books to identify. Several outdoor spaces to sit & read or watch the birds. Yoga mat provided for early morning session on the balcony. We enjoyed evenings around the fire pit or by the creek & just a few minutes drive to the charming little town of Trumansburg.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Graduation week at the Bee House

We had a lovely stay at the Bee House. The house was very clean and spacious. We loved the large picture windows and enjoyed the view of the grounds. Shirley is a great host and was incredibly easy to communicate with. I would definitely stay at the Bee House again next time I am in the Ithaca area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024