1171 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850

PET OWNERS DREAM! This traditional New England beauty w/ FLEXIBLE floor plan is just minutes from Cornell University Vet school and has a huge, private, level backyard COMPLETELY FENCED BY WHITMORE FENCING. LET YOUR PETS OUT WITH EASE OF MIND, where they have plenty of room to run! Though it appears to be a ranch, there is a "hidden level" upstairs, where you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bath. With a freshly painted interior, this home has stayed true to its original architectural design, and is set on a 63-acre level lot. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers space, flexibility, and modern updates, with the bonus of income potential or multigenerational living. Cornell antique bricks were used for all the brickwork on the exterior of the home, walkways, entryway floor and fireplaces, possibly from the demolished Cornell library in 1960. The brick fireplace anchors the spacious living area. The formal dining room seamlessly connects to the eat-in kitchen, and three season sunroom. The lower level features a fully equipped apartment OR guest suite OR office/family room with its own private entrance, second fireplace, bedroom, and full bath — perfect for an AirBnB rental, in-law suite, home office, or guest retreat. Step outside and enjoy the expansive, newly fenced backyard—a true private oasis perfect for outdoor gatherings or pets. The gracious three-season porch (not included in the 2,200 sq ft of living space) offers additional space to unwind and enjoy the view year-round. A stone patio invites summer grilling and entertaining. Additional upgrades include: Whole-house generator for peace of mind (Generac 16 kW backup generator was professionally installed). Fresh interior paint throughout (2025). Added attic insulation for energy efficiency. NEW fence around entire backyard! All just minutes from Cornell, downtown Ithaca, and Ellis Hollow Preserve trails.

Just an 8 minute bike ride to Cornell and Ithaca, this charming 4 bed, 2 bath home welcomes you into an inviting foyer with antique brick flooring from Cornell’s very own campus. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the formal dining room and spacious living room with wood burning fireplace. The hardwood floors continue on into three bedrooms on the upper level. The large eat-in kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Right off the kitchen is a generous heated sunroom to enjoy all year round. The lower lever 1 bedroom apartment has its own entrance and separate driveway. The parklike back yard with apple and peach trees and mature grape vines, features a private patio area for outdoor entertaining or a private oasis to relax and unwind. Hike or cross country ski the land trust property that adjoins the backyard. Don't miss out and schedule a showing today!