421 N Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850

Undoubtedly one of the finest homes in the Fall Creek neighborhood of Ithaca, 421 N Cayuga represents a beautiful example of fine craftsmanship, wood working and architectural detail. Believed to have been built in the 1860s, it was the home of Maynard Granger, a dry goods merchant who had a store a few blocks away on State Street. It would change hands twice in the next 20 years becoming the home of Warren Tibbetts, reputed to be a builder of fine boats. His hand is evident in the elegantly appointed woodwork of the home. Today, the home retains this historic character throughout while having been lovingly updated with a tile and granite kitchen, two modern bathrooms, full insulation from the basement to the attic, and high-efficiency heating and cooling including solar hot water. After crossing the deep front sitting porch, you enter into a gracious two story entry with broad staircase to the upper floor. The large parlor/living room enjoys nearly floor to ceiling windows,...