Welcome to Camp Ervay, a unique 5 acre retreat surrounded on three sides by over 11,000 acres of state forest offering endless exploring and outdoor activities. Currently operating as a highly successful off the grid Airbnb, this amazing opportunity can be expanded upon with the partially constructed 2nd cabin. Convert to year round residence with income or use as a hideaway to escape the everyday grind. Power and fiber optic available at the road. One cabin is fully operational with a studio space design including kitchenette, woodstove, fully insulated plus solar and propane powered amenities. Covered rooftop deck to get lost in the beautiful natural vistas and a fire pit for end of day relaxation. 2nd cabin is under construction with 2 individual rooms joined by a covered deck and waiting for new owner to complete and customize to their desires. Small pond, wildlife and access to many trails, including Finger Lakes Trail, located nearby. Truly a magical place just outside Ithaca.
Single-familyProperty Type
2020Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$1,319Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listing by Steven Saggese• Warren Real Estate Downtown Of
Welcome to Camp Ervay, a unique 5 acre retreat surrounded on three sides by over 11,000 acres of state forest offering endless exploring and outdoor activities. Currently operating as a highly successful off the grid Airbnb, this amazing opportunity can be expanded upon with the partially constructed 2nd cabin. Convert to year round residence with income or use as a hideaway to escape the everyday grind. Power and fiber optic available at the road. One cabin is fully operational with a studio space design including kitchenette, woodstove, fully insulated plus solar and propane powered amenities. Covered rooftop deck to get lost in the beautiful natural vistas and a fire pit for end of day relaxation. 2nd cabin is under construction with 2 individual rooms joined by a covered deck and waiting for new owner to complete and customize to their desires. Small pond, wildlife and access to many trails, including Finger Lakes Trail, located nearby. Truly a magical place just outside Ithaca.
IBRMLS #409219
Aug 7, 2023
Listed
$189,900
$989/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,750
$50,000 + $190,000
$240,000
2025
$5,750 (+29.2%)
$50,000 + $190,000
$240,000
2024
$4,450 (+134.2%)
$50,000 + $140,000
$190,000
2023
$1,900 (+19.4%)
$50,000 + $25,000
$75,000
2022
$1,591 (−3.9%)
$50,000 + $10,000
$60,000
2021
$1,656 (+4.8%)
$50,000 + $10,000
$60,000
2020
$1,580 (+67.7%)
$50,000 + $5,000
$55,000
2019
$942 (+66.0%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2018
$568 (−0.6%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2017
$571
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2016
$571 (+0.2%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2015
$570 (+37.0%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2014
$416
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
Tax history for 101 Tower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,750
$50,000 + $190,000
$240,000
2025
$5,750 (+29.2%)
$50,000 + $190,000
$240,000
2024
$4,450 (+134.2%)
$50,000 + $140,000
$190,000
2023
$1,900 (+19.4%)
$50,000 + $25,000
$75,000
2022
$1,591 (−3.9%)
$50,000 + $10,000
$60,000
2021
$1,656 (+4.8%)
$50,000 + $10,000
$60,000
2020
$1,580 (+67.7%)
$50,000 + $5,000
$55,000
2019
$942 (+66.0%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2018
$568 (−0.6%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2017
$571
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2016
$571 (+0.2%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2015
$570 (+37.0%)
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
2014
$416
$16,800 + $3,200
$20,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.9 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Tompkins County
APN
503400A00100000010240000000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Unpaved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Cooktop, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 436 x 497
Lot Size Acres: 5
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Newfield
Middle Or Junior School: Newfield
High School District: Newfield
High School: Newfield
Location Information
Directions: From Ithaca take Route 13 south towards Newfield. Take a right on Millard Hill Road, cross over Trumbull Corners Road and you are now on Cayutaville Road. Follow Cayutaville Road to Tower Road and take a left. Tower Road takes a sharp bend to the right and then a sharp bend to the left. Property is on the immediate right. Driveway marked by 101 and Camp Ervay sign.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.9 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 503400A00100000010240000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Newfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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Newfield Middle School
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Newfield Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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6 days above 91° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$241,000 – $292,000
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