benny.estate
For SaleMLS # R1620000296 days on market

218 Applegate Road

Ithaca, NY 14850 · Tompkins County

Price

$4,500,000

Bed / Bath

Interior

13,969 sqft

Lot

141.00 ac

Built

1985

About this home

Between the waterfalls and wineries of the Finger Lakes lies a rare 141-acre, hole in one opportunity—Hillendale Golf Course, where investment meets lifestyle in one of New York’s most captivating landscapes. Lovingly stewarded, it’s legacy shaped by time, care, and conviction by its owner for nearly half a century; the opportunity is now here for a visionary successor to carry it forward—and elevate it into its next era. Just 20 minutes from Cornell University and Ithaca College, this property is perfectly positioned to serve one of New York’s most dynamic regions—rich with tourism, academia, and innovation. This award-winning 18-hole, par-70 golf course presents a generational opportunity—a fully functional estate with strong bones, unmatched setting, and limitless development potential. Amenities include: A fully-equipped Pro Shop Pristine Putting Greens and Driving Range Turnkey Restaurant with Full Commercial Kitchen “Party Barn” with a Second Commercial Kitchen & Bar - perfect for any event, retreat, or special gatherings. A private Owner’s Suite with commanding views - 2 beds, 2 baths An Airbnb rental drawing income from tourists and golfers alike - 3 beds, 1 ½ bath and laundry Additional Building Lots for future expansion or custom homesites Stay the course—or redefine it entirely. From an exclusive boutique resort or private estate compound, to a reimagined golf-centric enclave, wellness retreat, or residential community with scenic trails and curated gathering spaces—the possibilities here are as expansive as the landscape itself. We’re not just selling fairways, this is a multi-use income generating estate in the Finger Lakes, one of the most scenic, sought-after regions in the Northeast. Hillendale Estate + Golf Retreat - An investment in legacy, land and lifestyle.

Exterior features

  • Propane Tank Leased

Mechanical

Heating

Propane, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Schools

District

Trumansburg

Elementary

Trumansburg Elementary

Tax & finance

Annual taxes

$23,384

Financing

Cash

Location

Ithaca, NY 14850 · Tompkins County

MLS Attribution

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX In Motion. Listing agent: Chelsey Smith. Data last updated 5/13/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.