127 Rachel Carson Way, Ithaca, NY 14850

Beautiful and well-maintained home for sale in the FRoG neighborhood! Two-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, energy-efficient home with 1,100 square feet and a bright southern exposure. Mezzanine above the kitchen and a separate area behind the living/dining area that is up a few steps (potential 3rd BR). Kitchen has a range and oven as well as dishwasher and large pantry. Hookups for a stacked washer and dryer. Lots of closet space, including shelf systems. Honeycomb blinds in all the windows. The air handling system provides continuous fresh air. Our heating bills are very low. The front yard has a patio and trellis as well as a flower garden with a variety of perennials. The back yard has a larger patio as well as trees and greenery, including ivy The house is in very good condition. It is conveniently located and close to the common house, which includes space for community meals and special events, an indoor children’s play area, meeting rooms, guest room and laundry. The neighborhood also features an outdoor pond, playground, sandbox, basketball court, woodworking shop, shared edible landscaping and two community gardens. The village offers the use of our 175 acre property, with miles of trails for hiking, birding and skiing, a sauna, and a berry CSA farm. Community is an important aspect of living at EcoVillage. In order to see if EcoVillage is a good fit, potential buyers are required to take a formal tour, visit for 5 days, participate in work-team activities, attend 2 community meetings, and meet with the Membership Committee, among other things. Interested parties must meet all EcoVillage membership requirements and be willing to contribute 2-4 hours a week to community work. Such work comes in a variety of choices based on your interests, skills and abilities.