Inn Details

Hosting weary travelers since 2002, City Lights Bed and Breakfast is an interesting and enchanting place, located just one mile west of Ithaca, NY. We offer incredible views, cozy bedrooms, roomy suites, healthy breakfasts, & lots of room to stretch your legs. We welcome children of all ages, and are pet friendly.

City Lights Bed and Breakfast is housed in a beautiful 1860's Greek Revival Farmhouse, surrounded by over 7 acres to stroll, picnic, or play. Our romantic garden has panoramic views of Cornell University, Ithaca College, and the grand hills that surround Ithaca, NY. Visit our on-site antiques and consignment shop. There's ample parking, wireless internet access, multi-room suites with private baths & separate entrances, and a "home away from home" feeling unlike any other bed & breakfast!

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Finger Lakes Region
    • Museums
    • State Parks
    • Theatre
    • Water Falls
    • Watkins Glen Race Track
    • Airport
    • Countryside
    • Small town
    • Village
    • Wine country
  • Nearest major city: Syracuse, NY (60 miles East, Northeast)
  • Directions to property:
    Numerous main roads lead to Ithaca. Travelling on rt. 81 North, get off at exit 8 at Whitney Point, then find rt.79 west, travel about 33 miles through the hills, and into the main section of Ithaca. We are just one mile WEST of downtown Ithaca on Rt. 79 west, heading towards Watkins Glen. We are at the top of West Hill, on the south side of the road, in the large Greek Revival with very tall pine trees in the front. You can't miss us!
    From Rochester, go Rt. 90 east, then head south on Rt. 96, connect with 79 west in Ithaca, and head up the hill!
  • Nearest major airport: Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) 60 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Syracuse Airport is on Rt. 81 North, so head south out of the airport, then travel on rt. 81 south for about 30 miles until there are signs for Cortland, Rt. 13 and exit 12, towards Ithaca. Take a left off the exit and travel south on rt. 13, through Cortland, and then through Dryden. Head into Ithaca, looking on the right for signs for 79 west, following those to the right, up the hill, 2 miles, and we are on the south side of the road at the top of 79 west, just west of town.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport
    • Bus

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: private bath, sitting area.
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 125.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 110.00 and $ 185.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: with private baths.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • DVD Player
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • Videos
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Other Amenitites
  • 7.5 acres to stroll, hike, or jog
  • Children & Pet Friendly environment.
  • Private & semi-private baths.
  • Sunken Gardens with magnificent views!
  • Antique Shop On-Site!
  • Close To "everything" in the FInger Lakes!
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast on wknds, Continental Plus wkdays breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 8-9:30am
    • Breakfast is served in the Large Country Kitchen..., Breakfast/dining area
    • Special meals available: Low Fat

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (During major events, we require minimum stays.)
    • Smoking is allowed outside only (There are smoking areas outside with ash trays.)
    • Guest pets are welcome (We charge a non-refundable cleaning fee.)
    • Children are welcome (Lots of room for kids to play.)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (We do allow reasonable use of alcohol.)
    • Deposit amount required (We ask for a major credit card number to hold the reservations, and ask for a minimal fee for major events & holidays (graduations, july 4th, reunions, holidays).)
    • Check in time is 4-5:30 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
    • Cancellations:
      We require cancellation no later than two weeks prior to the day of arrival for regular dates, and TWO MONTHS minimum prior to major events & hoidays. We will charge full price on the credit card for those cancellations made AFTER the requested period.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Fingerlakes.org
      • Tompkins County Visitors Bureau
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
      Multi-night stays 
      No-Breakfast Fares 
      Preferred Customer Discounts 
      Seasonal and Holiday Rates 
      Weekday Bargains 

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Colleen & Evan
      Cooking, antiques, old house renovations, jogging, music, comedy, garden herbs,fashion, etc.
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There are 2 cats on the property
    • Other pet(s) on the property: Frogs & Goldfish (COY)

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Corning Museum of Glass, Kitchen Theatre, Ithaca, Seneca & Cayuga Wine Trails, Taughannonck Falls, Trumansburg, Women's Equality Museum, Seneca Falls, Palentological Research Institute, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Water sports

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    Contact Information


    The Inn at City Lights Bed and Breakfast
    The Inn at City Lights, Ithaca, NY - Inn
    The Inn at City Lights
    1319 Mecklenburg Rd
    Ithaca, NY 14850
    USA
    Phone: +1-607-227-3003
    Fax: +1-607-272-6828
    Innkeeper(s)
    Colleen & Evan
    Rates:
    $95 - $185
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    This is the North Suite bedroom, with a King size bed, private entrance, large sitting room with fold-out couch, and a large bath.Here is the sitting area of "2 West", one of our three-room suites. It features a private entrance, private bath, with a high quality fold-out futon in the sitting area for an extra sleeping area.
    North Suite Livingroom, with private entrance, comfy fold out couch, and feather-filled daybed.This is the "Petite Suite" bedroom, with double bed, air conditioning, private entrance, and private bath.
    The "Petite Suite" livingroom, features a private entrance, mini-kitchenette, cable tv, and a very nice fold out couch to sleep the kids, or the extra couple in your group.The Inn at City Lights, housed in a Grand Greek Revival Farmhouse circa 1863, stands high atop West Hill in Ithaca, with great views, and convenient driving to just about anywhere in our area!
    Our sculpture garden features amazing panoramic views of Cornell University, Ithaca College and all of downtown Ithaca.Our large kitchen and country table can seat 10 for breakfast, where we serve healthy and hearty meals to get the day going!
    "Granny's Room" features a double bed, private bath just down the hall, flat screen tv, wireless internet, views of the city, air conditioning, and some serious old world charm!

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • A little bit country, a little bit city.
    • Authentic Home cooking.
    • Close to major cultural attractions.
    • Historic west hill farm and homestead.
    • Lots of room to stretch your legs!
    • Majestic Views, convenient location.
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Excellent views
    • Family Travel
    • Gay / Lesbian Travel
    • Gourmet food
    • Group events
    • Honeymoons
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape
    • Weddings

    Type:
    • Historic Inn
    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Greek Revival
    • Built in 1863
    • Opened for business in 2003
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2002
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (Lots of Off-street parking close to suite entrances.)