Ithaca Boat House offers weekly cottage rental on Cayuga Lake in Ithaca, New York, right on the waters edge with two fully furnished units available, and the upstairs living room offers panoramic views, while the lower is located directly over the water, and both upper and lower units have their own private deck for star gazing or breathtaking sunsets. There are excellent amenities here including cable TV and WIFI, a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor charcoal grill and picnic table, as well as access to the dock and swing and so much more. Ithaca Boat House welcomes you to a wonderful stay over the waters edge, and they are child friendly, handicap accessible with fireplaces in the rooms.READ MORE

The Cellar d'Or in downtown Ithaca, New York specializes in small production estate bottled wines and ciders, and here you can expect to find small-production, terroir-driven wines and ciders representing some of the greatest growers and wine makers from around the world. This small boutique wine shop offers free weekly tastings at the shop every Friday, and a fun and informative experience is guaranteed. Cellar d'Or also has a Special Club where different wines and ciders reviewed by the staff will be included in your monthly membership with different tiers of membership available, come enjoy a unique selection, so join for exclusive wines, collectible and rare bottles as well as mixed cases of interesting and casual wines.READ MORE

La Tourelle is a hotel with deluxe accommodations, a bistro with fine food, and a destination spa sanctuary with exquisite, tranquil and pampering treatments, all nestled in Ithaca in the gorgeous Finger Lakes wine region of New York. The Bistro here offers farm to table regional cuisine expertly prepared by the executive chef, and the John Thomas Steakhouse serves prime dry-aged beef, live Maine lobsters, fresh poultry and seafood paired with lovely wines from an extensive list. La Tourelle is your ideal base for exploring the state parks, gorges, museums, wine trails and more, only to return for a wonderful night's sleep in one of the deluxe rooms. La Tourelle is also the ideal wedding venue for intimate or large wedding celebrations on this beautiful property with ponds and gazebos and banquet room, they also cater to meetings and retreats, it's all here.READ MORE

Buttermilk Falls State Park in Ithaca, New York is named after the beautiful foaming cascades of Buttermilk Creek, and visitors here enjoy a small lake at the upper park, hiking trails, a gorge, picnic areas and playing fields, there's also a wetland area. Buttermilk Falls State Park have cabins and campsites, picnic tables and pavilions, as well as playgrounds and showers for an incredible stay in a naturally beautiful environment. They offer guided tours, fishing, hiking, hunting, swimming and bird watching and so much more, there are also interpretive programs available. The cabins are very rustic with no bedding, heat or cookware, and the tent sites can accommodate two sleeping tents or a camping unit, come for a wonderful stay, and enjoy playing in this breathtaking wilderness.READ MORE

The Bandwagon Brewpub in Ithaca, New York is a full restaurant with delightful menu and they offer fifteen craft and five house made taps of beer, they serve late night food and have an original late night happy house with nightly specials. The Bandwagon Brewpub also brings you the Bandwagon Lounge which is perfect for private events, work and cocktail parties, private happy hours and any event or celebration you can think of and they offer excellent rates and great beer. The Bandwagon Brewpub offers tasting with the brewers the second Tuesday of every month with a few new recipes, and their beer is now available in bottles. READ MORE

Ports of New York in Ithaca, New York is a winery offering Uniquely mellow but spirited fine Port method wines entirely made in Ithaca. They also have a museum with a collection of photographs from Bordeax to Normandy in the 1920's, before and after the D-Day bombing, a wine and spirit label collection, wine cellar tools, and distilling and smuggling artifacts. Ports of New York is available in wineries, stores, restaurants, and the Meleau specialty wines can be aged for decades stored horizontally at the correct temperature, enjoy them as a complement to a variety of foods, or as an aperitif or digestif, the choices is yours.READ MORE

The Bunny Trail Guest House in Ithaca, New York offers a wonderful stay in this elegant Queen Anne Victorian home where the surroundings are peaceful and tranquil and the location convenient to Cornell University, Ithaca College and the beautiful Cayuga Lake wine country. Antique decor completes the authenticity, and relaxation awaits in a stunning setting of mature wood trees, where peace and privacy beckon for the most relaxing break. The Bunny Trail Guest House complete with exceptional hospitality, is your perfect stay for overnight lodgings and extended visits, and is also ideal for meetings, events and intimate gatherings, come enjoy the peace, you won't want to leave.READ MORE

Visit EcoVillage at Ithaca in Ithaca for organic farming, green building, alternative energy, land conservation, immersion programs, workshopsREAD MORE

Plum Tree Japanese Restaurant in Ithaca, New York takes you on a sublime culinary journey of exquisite Japanese cuisine from an extensive sushi menu, bento boxes and noodles in a wide variety of meats and flavors. Enjoy dining in a bright and lively atmosphere where the sushi chef prepares your meal while you watch, they also have excellent tempura and teriyaki dishes as well as great appetizers, salads and soups. Plum Tree Japanese Restaurant are also available for parties large and small, and are open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Come for an authentic Japanese dining experience from a menu that has something for everyone.READ MORE

The Paleontological Research Institution in Ithaca, New York offers excellent programs in research, collections, publications, and public education, and has merged with Cayuga Nature Center, which together with its Museum of the Earth are the public education venues. With over 8000 square foot of permanent exhibitions showcasing a 4.5 billion years of history from earth's origin to present day, a collection of almost three million specimens, here you can explore the world through a mix of natural history displays, interactive science features, and art exhibitions. Special guided tours are available, with the museum, and Nature Center offering interesting and regular events, you can even overnight at the Museum of Earth and enjoy hands on learning about dinosaurs, playing interactive games and sleeping under a whale skeleton. The Paleontological Research Institution offers fascinating and informative visits with something for everyone.READ MORE