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Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Escape to a charming lakefront cottage, ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts. With 3 spacious bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and plenty of seating areas in the main house; unwind on the back house porch while grilling meals or relax by the fire pit overlooking Lake Chautauqua.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8990 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard

Comfortable three bedroom cottage that is ideal for a family get-away. We have a lakefront parcel and dock to accommodate boaters and easy launching of kayaks! The secluded backyard and abundance of trees is also ideal for fall colors.

Our location is also only 3.5 miles from downtown Jamestown and attractions such as the Lucille Ball museum.

The property consists of 2 homes built in the early 1900s. The back house is where we keep the kayaks, grill, fire pit and other outdoor items. Grill your meals from the back house porch while watching boats enter and exit the southern tip of Lake Chautauqua. The back house is included as part of the regular rental.

In the main house, the 2 primary bedrooms each have a queen bed, and the 3rd bedroom has a twin as well as a twin size trundle bed. All 3 bedrooms are on the second floor. The fold out couch and futon in the living room can accommodate additional guests.

The kitchen is very spacious and has plenty of counter space. And the property itself is fairly private with fencing along 2 sides and the creek bordering the other 2.

Kayak rental is also available.
You can make use of our 6 available kayaks throughout the duration of your stay for a $100 fee, which can be added to the booking.

The lakefront property is basically just across the street and maybe 30 yards from the driveway. This is an ideal spot for fishing, boating, relaxing and viewing sunsets from our dock. The water depth at the dock can go down to about 27" though, so it may not be able to accomodate larger boats.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 990 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cottage steps away from the lake
Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views

About the area

Map
Jamestown, NY

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 16 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Seneca Allegany Casino - 33 min drive - 63.5 km
  • Peek'n Peak Ski Resort - 38 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans Market Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Goodtime Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard located?

This family-friendly Jamestown holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Chautauqua Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Roger Tory Peterson Institute and Lucille Ball Memorial Park. Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum and Robert H. Jackson Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Creek Side Cottage with Lake Views, Lake Access, Dock and Secluded Yard Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corinne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marrene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Erik was very quick to respond to any questions and very thorough and accommodating. The cottage has a quaint-private atmosphere. It is clean and well stocked, but the creature comforts are lacking a bit. The availability and use of the kayaks, and boat house were a huge bonus! We enjoyed our stay and are very grateful to Erik for his hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Very Rustic Cottage

We were quite disappointed when we arrived. The many pictures on the website greatly enhanced how the place really looked. It was clean and well stocked with annuities. The view from the back house porch (with great rocking chairs) was across a creek--not across the lake. You must walk a short distance to see the lake and dock. The water around the dock is totally congested with seaweed and algae. Suitable only for kayaks, not boats. The firepit was nice, with lots of firewood and firestarters, until the mosquitos arrived. Stairway to the bedrooms on the second floor was very narrow and steep--but the house is 100 years old, after all! Overall, a decent visit for four people who have been friends for over 60 years!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away for family

Wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jamestown Trip

We enjoyed our stay. We were only at the cottage for 3 nights so we basically just slept there & ate breakfast there. The kitchen was well equipped and clean. The "Lake" decorations were a very nice touch -- they made it feel like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daylyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities

We had a great time on our first trip to Lake Chautauqua. This property came with several kayaks of varying size; kids could fish in the creek or off the dock; great size yard for Cornhole, spike ball, and more. My husband loved the dock for his fishing boat. Lots of extras provided: charcoal and lighter fluid for the grill, games, life jackets, seasonings, foil, plastic baggies, extra toilet paper and paper towels. We didn’t spend much time inside other than to sleep, but the cottage is rustic feeling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

100 year old charm

Cottage was so fun! Loved knowing how old it was! We were 8 people, which was lots for 1bath, but it all went well. Fire pit was a gold star, plus the wood provided. Well equipped kitchen and no shortage of chairs for all of us. Would have liked at least one full length mirror, but no big deal. Had a blast! Thanks, Erik for your hosting and generosity. Erik made things all go well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway

It was a great stay, unfortunately not long enough!! Went out for 2 days had great communication with the owner, very timely responses. Not many people around but the ones we saw were friendly neighbors. Will certainly stay again, went fishing off the dock with no luck was a little shallow for the time of year. Next time i will have a boat to get out for musky. All and all i would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Years Eve Stay

We came up to the area for one night to celebrate the New Year with family who have a lake house in Greenhurst. Erik was awesome to work with. They even had a bottle of bubbly and some NYE favors for us which was a nice touch. Very clean. My only piece of information to pass on is the steps upstairs will be difficult for older folks or those with mobility issues. It was no problem for us or our kids.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway - Awesome kitchen

We stayed for a family fishing trip. Kitchen/gas stove was fantastic during meal times. Little creek is cool. We cooked out and relaxed on the outdoor porch. The indoor porch was great when it rained. Ours was a short trip and the dock was great, but for a die hard fishing group, there's no electric access at the dock for charging your batteries. For older visitors, just know there is only 1 bathroom downstairs...all the bedrooms are upstairs. Thanks, Steve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R., Boynton Beach FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

The cottage and "boat house" are both really cute, quaint and well maintained. I spent alot of time outside enjoying the little stream right there as well as the birds, chipmunks and ducks :) and I would often walk over to the private dock for amazing lake views - you can also see the lake from the porch on the boat house. We utilized the fire pit several times. The location is very nice and quiet. The stairs are a bit tight, but there aren't many of them so it was doable. Bedrooms were perfect for me and my daughters and grandson. We were puzzled by the lack of real doors to close and lock (2 bigger bedrooms and the bathroom). It was an amazing stay and we hope to rebook in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat W., Canandaigua, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

This property was clean and ready for our arrival. The owner, Erik, was very responsive. We didn’t know how to use the smoker grill so we cooked on the gas stove in the kitchen. It’s a short walk to the lake and dock and the community is quiet. We got out in our rented kayaks only once due to weather. The location was great with attractions like the Lucy and Desi Museum and Midway Amusement Park just a short drive away. This property was perfect for our needs, but I would not recommend it to families with toddlers. As you can see in the photos, there is a lot of water around the house. All in all, it was a nice stay and the kids enjoyed playing the games in the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

D R.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Buyer Beward

There's a saying, "Buyer Beware," and this property could be the poster child for this saying. The property is not on the street, but located behind another house, which had (among other things) a broken down truck rusting in the back yard and about 30 old tires piled haphazardly in the backyard. (I thought I was on a mission project in an extremely impoverished area of Appalachia.) On the description there are beautiful pictures of a dock and of sunsets looking out over the lake. For me, these pictures implied that the property was on the lake. Such was not the case. Instead, you had to walk down the "street" to stand by the property and I was never clear on whether that spot was actually someone else's private property. There were hordes of mosquitos which drove us inside every night we were there. Perhaps the most outrageous aspect was that all three bedrooms were located on the second floor. To access them, one needed to climb up and down these incredibly steep and narrow steps. The steps were clearly not to code. As someone who has an autoimmune disease which makes me mobility challenged (yes, I get to drive around with one of those blue tags issued by the the state DMV.), the steps were a huge risk and hardship. However, when I went back and looked at the pictures of the house, there was not a single picture of the stairs. As far as I could tell, there was no warning about the stairs either.. Let me me clear here, I am not an invalid. I can walk around without a cane or walker or any other device. I can climb stairs on my own. I can get around the office, mall, movie theater, sidewalks, etc without any assistance. However, stairs to represent a special challenge, and if you are going to be renting your home, the least you could do is advise potential guests about the stairs up to the bedrooms. Or, as I said in the title, "Buyer Beware." If you have read my review this far, consider this fair warning and look somewhere else for a vacation rental .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion weekend

My 3 young adult granddaughters and I drove from Indianapolis to attend the annual gathering of families whose ancestors immigrated from Greece at the Greek Club, as the locals call it. Erik did an excellent job of explaining the location. We were surprised to realize there is a second ‘back house’ equipped with a game table, water sports items, a grill and a porch with nice seating. There’s also a firepit that we used the first night. The mosquitoes were savage, but Erik can’t control that. Bring a can of YardGuard if you’re planning to spend time outside. Inside, the house was clean, cozy and well-equipped. Everything we needed was there. The dance at the Clubhouse went until 2, so I asked Erik ahead of time if we might have some leeway on checkout so that we could be rested for the 7 hour drive home. He was very gracious in allowing us a few extra hours. I appreciate how prompt he got back to me when we had a couple questions. The girls and I had a memorable weekend. Thank you again, Erik.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

lisa e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Didn't meet expectations

I had very high hopes based on the description and photos however I have to admit I was disappointed in the condition of the property and the location. This was one of three places we stayed on a week long trip in the area and while it was priced similarly to the other properties, this did not compare. The property was essentially located in a swamp... The surrounding water was very stagnant and overgrown, nothing like the photos, the neighboring proper
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

My wife and i stayed 2 nights and thiroughly enjoyed our time! We loved the cottage experience! The place was clean, comfortable and private. Having kayaks was a plus also. Wished we could have stayed longer! Host was personable and timely with communications. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July on the lake

House was very clean and in a great location with easy access to Jamestown and lake. Host did a great job setting us up for a fun weekend and went out of his way to make our trip a success. If we make it back to this part of the country again we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Host Experience!

The house is the perfect stay for a small group get together. Nice, clean, and so reasonably priced! The dock is a short walk and easy to tie up to. Erik was the best host we’ve experienced and had great communication before and during our stay. Would definitely stay again! Thank you for such great hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ron B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very old property and not really boat friendly.

Had multiple issues with kitchen sink being plugged up and issue with toilet. Property after rains turns into a swamp, ended up leaving early. Be sure to take your boots…
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ted O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for fishing

Weather was rough as it rained everyday, so the water and mud made things tough and the TV would not work properly with YouTube TV and the lag made it impossible to watch. Otherwise property is an excellent location e with a dock for the boat. Nice spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Very clean comfortable cottage. We stayed for 4 days in March. It was cold but the heat works great! The boat house is nice for playing cards etc and you can fish in Spring creek right off the back of the boat house. There was tons of wildlife. We saw a beaver, geese, mallard ducks, a porcupine, 2 mink and a muscrat in the creek. Great stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for a quick getaway

I spent 3 October nights with my family including two kids, age 11 and 14. The leaves were beautiful and it was a very peaceful stay. We ate most meals in the house which had everything we needed in the kitchen. Bedrooms were comfortable. Great access to the lake where we were able to enjoy the northern lights. Cute enclosed porch where I could enjoy my morning coffee or a glass of wine at night. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway!

We had a wonderful and restful week at this cottage. Kitchen was well stocked beyond what we could have asked for. Plenty of paper products including tissues which as a nice touch. We enjoyed playing some of the games provided during the evenings and the property owner Erik was quick to respond when we had a question. The beds are a bit worn but we made due. If vacationers have mobility issues the stairs will be challenging to navigate. Thankful for our time away and even our 20 something son enjoyed his few days with us and commented on the amenities. Owen
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Everything you need and more. Host was very accommodating. Would definitely recommend friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Everything was as described. Nice spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024