Stone Quarry House

Welcome to the Stone Quarry House, a collection of stunning and unique lodgings nestled in the hills just two miles east of Ithaca. Located just minutes from Cornell University and close to Ithaca College, Stone Quarry house is also convenient to downtown Ithaca and many beautiful walking trails through Ithaca’s gorges.

the Stone Quarry House, the perfect place to stay in Ithaca NY.

Whether you are here for a long-term stay or a weekend getaway, Stone Quarry House has the perfect place to stay in Ithaca. We offer three self-contained, self-catering living areas: the romantic tower cottage and the stone cottage, both with kitchenettes., and at the top of the property is the Hilltop House, a luxurious Nordic inspired home overlooking the valley. Find our current rates and reservations here, or view our list of luxurious amenities.

Our rentals have superior beds, line-dried high-count cotton sheets, down comforters, Jacuzzis, Stickly and Harden furniture, hand-knotted carpets, skylights and divided light windows for your comfort. We use many eco-friendly practices at SQH, including solar power, heat-pump heating and cooling, food scraps composting, low-flow toilets and in the tower cottage, a waterless composting toilet, and more, so you can feel good about the low ecological impact of your stay here in Ithaca. For holiday, vacation, business, or retreat, the Stone Quarry House offers privacy and a luxurious home away from home… the perfect place to stay in Ithaca NY.

Ithaca’s wealth of year-round activities are at your doorstep during your stay. Nature lovers of all ages will enjoy the Sapsucker Woods Bird Sanctuary and the Cornell Plantations. The Cayuga Wine Trail, the Cayuga Lake Scenic Drive, and our many stunning State and local parks and waterfalls are ready for exploring. Fall in Ithaca is a special time, join us for leaf-peeping as our Finger Lakes woodlands burst into vibrant colors. Some of the most beautiful walks in and around Ithaca are just minutes away. Were happy to recommend our favorite spots or help you find the right trail that fits your ambitions during your stay here in Ithaca.

Nearly twenty screens at Ithaca’s movie theaters show a wide range of films from blockbuster hits to lesser known art films you would only expect to see at film festivals or in larger cities. Catch a play at one of Ithaca’s wonderful independent theaters. For an outdoor show, Taughannock Falls State Park’s Saturday evening concerts on the great lawn are legendary, or enjoy Cornell University’s world class summer concert series outside on the campus arts quad.

Ithaca is famous for its dining scene and boasts more restaurants per-capita than New York City! Dine out at the world famous Moosewood Restaurant, or choose from many other fantastic Ithaca eating experiences. Our vibrant farm-to-table community means lots of exciting regional and seasonally focused cuisine.