210/212 Forest Home Drive

Come home to your private oasis, footsteps from Cornell University. Two historic homes on adjoining lots: 'Forest Home Lodge' which served for many years as a guest house, and the 'Carriage House' with a heated two-car garage and a fully equipped studio apartment. From the chestnut staircase to the gracious porch overlooking Fall Creek, this home was custom built in 1910 for Ithaca's first judge. This historic gem has been upgraded to operate on net-metered solar power, with mini-split heat pumps in every bedroom to keep you cool in summer and warm in winter, plus highly efficient air source water heaters in both homes. The location is unbeatable, nestled beside waterfalls and next to a peaceful park. Escape to the nearby Botanic Gardens or enjoy myriad world-class cultural and educational events hosted by Cornell. The third-floor apartment has a full kitchen and bathroom that can provide rental income or serve as a comfortable guest suite. Six bedrooms, four baths, living room, dining room, office, family room, and even a swing on the screened porch to watch the fireflies. All of this, with a monthly electric bill of less than $20 for the majority of the year!