Plan your visit to Hammerstone
We have classes in two locations about 20 minutes apart by car. Be sure to check the location of the class you are interested in.
Two Locations!
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In July 2024 we opened our new shop in downtown Ithaca. Most Hammerstone classes are now held at this location. This shop has a dedicated parking lot and it’s a 15 minute walk from the Seneca Street bus stop on the Commons. Nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes, Ithaca is known for its welcoming atmosphere, vast art scene, and outdoor recreation.
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Hammerstone School is surrounded by farmland on a country road in the hamlet of Jacksonville, New York. We're a five mile drive from Cayuga Lake, with swimming, hiking, and boating access at Taughannock Falls State Park. The school is seven miles north of Ithaca, a small city bustling with restaurants, local crafts, swimming holes, gorge hikes, and farmers’ markets. Hammerstone is equally close to Trumansburg, a charming village with restaurants, bowling, and great coffee. People visit the Finger Lakes Region from afar for the numerous wine trails, local fresh food, and to enjoy the natural beauty this area offers.
3285 Jacksonville Rd, Trumansburg, NY 14886
Where to Stay
Year-Round
We’ve partnered with local lodging to help make your stay as comfortable as possible. Here are a few options, all within a 5–20 minute drive of our campus:
Grayhaven Motel – A charming vintage motor lodge that offers 16 rooms year-round and one very cute 1964 Shasta camper during the summer months.
Be sure to add the “Hammerstone Students” package to your booking!
House Rental – Great for longer stays or small groups. Are you taking the class with friends or traveling with family? We’ve partnered with one particular 4-bed Saltbox house that is 10 minutes from both locations.
Reach out to us for information on how to book with the Hammerstone’s special rate!
Summer Visitors
The Finger Lakes region offers a variety of camping experiences. Here are some options close to Hammerstone:
Firelight Camps - Offers elevated camping in luxury safari tents, providing a comfortable and revitalizing experience in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
Taughannock Falls State Park - Offers tent and RV sites, with access to hiking trails, Cayuga Lake, and the stunning Taughannock Falls.
Buttermilk Falls State Park - Located south of Ithaca, this park features a campground with tent sites and cabins, a natural pool, hiking trails, and playing fields.
Robert H. Treman State Park - This park offers tent and RV camping, scenic trails, and a natural swimming area beneath a waterfall.
Hillside Haven Campground - A small, private campground nestled between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes, offering RV hookups, tent sites, and proximity to local attractions.
Spruce Row Campground & RV Park - Family-friendly campground with full hookups, a swimming pool, and easy access to nearby state parks and the Cayuga Wine Trail.
Hipcamp - Explore unique camping options like secluded tent sites and cozy cabins through Hipcamp's Ithaca listings.
Hammerstone does not have on-site accommodations for students. If you are visiting from out of town for a class and need help planning your visit, please contact us.
Visit Ithaca maintains the most up to date accommodations listings.
Extend your stay!
The Finger Lakes region is full of beautiful hikes, waterfalls, wineries, and cultural stops. Add an extra day to your trip if you can! Here are a few ideas:
Gourdlandia – There's a lot to see and do at Gourdlandia. It's an activity destination for all ages. Learn how to grow and dry gourds, explore the gourd garden, shop, be inspired, and maybe even make something!
Taughannock Falls State Park – Less than 10 minutes away and home to the tallest waterfall east of the Rockies.
Ithaca Murals Walking Tour – Ithaca Murals is a network of people transforming gray walls into beautiful, meaningful works of art that tell the stories of the diverse people who live here.
Finger Lakes Wine & Cider Trails – Sip your way through the countryside.
Downtown Ithaca Commons – Shops, food, and funky art in a pedestrian-friendly zone. Bonus is that it’s walking distance from our downtown workshop!
Museum of the Earth – Natural history with a local and global focus.
Cornell Botanic Gardens – Gorgeous gardens and walking trails.
Where to eat
Maria’s favorite
Christina’s favorite
Bee’s favorite
Sophie’s favorite
Kimberly’s favorite
ITHACA is foodie heaven
Moosewood - World-renowned vegetarian and vegan cuisine. You’ll want to grab the cookbook on your way out!
Short Stop Deli - Great deli sandwiches, soups, and mac, serving Ithaca since 1978!
Lev Kitchen - Middle Eastern. Try the Kennebec French Fries - trust us!
Asempe Kitchen - West African restaurant that also offers cooking classes! Great options to-go!
One the Street Pita - Walking distance from our downtown location, this food truck serves up incredible “Ithaca inspired pitas.” If you like spice, their homemade hot sauce is for you!
Yxi’s Arepas & Gordito - Sharing a parking lot with On the Street Pita, this food truck serves 100% gluten-free Venezuelan and Mexican food, offering plenty of delicious high-protein, vegetarian, and vegan options.
The Ithaca Ale House - Modern American food and local brews.
Collegetown Bagels - So much more than bagels!
Getting Here
Plane
Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) – 11 minutes from our downtown location. Public transportation and Uber available to Ithaca.
Direct flights from Dulles International Airport (IAD) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Rochester (ROC), Elmira (ELM) and Syracuse (SYR) – Direct flights from many locations including the Washington Metro Area, Raleigh, NC, Boston, MA and many more. About 45 minutes to 1.5 hours away by car, with car rental available at each airport.
Train
Amtrak stations in Syracuse or Rochester with car rentals and buses available for the final leg of your trip.
Automobile
A car is the easiest way to get around and explore the area. Rideshares like Uber and Lyft are available but can be spotty outside Ithaca. TCAT public transit serves most major stops, and we’re happy to help you plan your route if needed.
Bus
Greyhound and OurBus serve Ithaca from NYC and other Northeast cities
TCAT (Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit) connects local bus stops to Trumansburg (limited service – let us know if you need help navigating)