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Walk out the door, walk onto the beach!

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with water park

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The view from the sun porch and front yard
View of house from bike path
View of kitchen from living room, bright and airy!
living room view from the stairs with gas fireplace insert
New gas insert

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dunkirk, NY
  • Place, Point Gratiot Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunkirk Historical Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Futons and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

living room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk out the door, walk onto the beach!

Our house is the only one situated on a public beach in the City, where you can walk out the door and be right on the beach! It is located on the bicycle trail and is two blocks from the Dunkirk Lighthouse, as well as Point Gratiot Park. There are lake views from the living room, kitchen, sun room porch & 2nd floor master bedroom. There is a finished bedroom off the back of the garage that one has to walk through the garage to get to, that has 2 full beds, a sofa sleeper and has it's own air conditioning unit. This bedroom also has a tv that can be used with streaming apps. There is air conditioning in the living room, as well as in both bedrooms upstairs (one bedroom with a queen and twin bed, the master bedroom with a queen bed and 2 futons). There is a new gas insert fireplace for use in the colder months.

There is an enclosed, private outdoor area off the back of the house that has a covered area with outdoor furniture for you to use and enjoy. There is plenty of off beach parking with a one car garage the renter may use. There is a propane barbecue grill located in the back yard for you to use. There is a nice garden of perennials for you to enjoy in the back yard also. The house is a pleasant mix of cabin and beach house.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO exceptions to the NO PET rule. No fires outside (city ordinance). No flame candles. Do not parking on front lawn.
Guests must be 24 years of age to rent.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dunkirk

Located in Dunkirk, this holiday home is on the beach. Dunkirk Historical Museum and Rockefeller Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chadwick Bay and Shorewood Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Dunkirk, NY

What's nearby

  • Point Gratiot Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chadwick Bay - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dunkirk Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Chautauqua Lake - 31 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kosciuszko Polish Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blasdell Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Con Club - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk out the door, walk onto the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk out the door, walk onto the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk out the door, walk onto the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk out the door, walk onto the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Walk out the door, walk onto the beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dunkirk holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Point Gratiot Park and Lake Erie. Chadwick Bay and Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

bruce s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean room Host Family-friendly Business-friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in fantastic shape, and the host was super helpful in advance of our stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freddie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is SO welcoming and warmly decorated. It is spectacular to sit & look out at the lake or cozy up by the fire. The hosts were fantastic… the place has everything you could need to settle in for a restful stay. We WILL be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as advertised. One minor issue cane up and the property manager answered me right away. Check in and check out was smooth and easy. We had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Incredible place to stay

My wife and family stayed here. We grew up in this area and could not have found a better place to stay. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Much needed R & R

Stayed 3 nights and loved the location, able to walk to the beach, house was clean and comfortable! Would definitely rent again 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary F., Columbus, OH

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

Lake getaway

Kathy’s place had everything we needed and more. I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Perfect Place on the Beach!

This place was amazing. Gorgeous view of Lake Erie. Quiet, clean neighborhood. Beautiful restored house. Host went over and above when I left my iPad. She messaged me within an hour after checkout that she would mail it to me at no charge. Super great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Labor Day Getaway

My sister and I, with our kids and our mom visit the Dunkirk area every Labor Day. This was our first time staying at this property and it will not be our last! It was perfection. From the spectacular view, to the well maintained property, to the park within walking distance everything was perfection. Our hosts had everything we could possibly need and were excellent with communication. Thank you for an amazing stay! We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred B., Bonita Springs, Fl

Nothing like it in Dunkirk

Kathy Kerns is a marvelous host. The Kerns’ property is unmatched in location and comfort. We four siblings were thrilled with the opportunity to walk Cedar Beach, Point Gratiot, and the lighthouse property. The garden area in the rear was utilized everyday. Kayaks and bicycles were available. Recently remodeled, the house contains everything necessary for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

debra e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage and a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a wonderful view and property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and agreat location for our visit with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and had just about everything you could want for a family vacation. Highly recommend. The beach was only slightly less perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen O.

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

Lovely home!

My family and I spent 5 days at Kathleen’s home. It’s well stocked with necessities including beach items, toys and books. Kids loved spending time outside and we were fortunate to have great weather. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us!
View from porch
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is located right on the lake and you can walk down within 2-3 minutes. It’s also located close to everything in town but is secluded.
The sunrise from the driveway
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Weekend getaway

Check in was very easy. Great location being right on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy M.

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

65 Roses Meet

The property was super cute and was fully loaded with toys, dishes, pots, pans, and was very cute. The heat situation in the downstairs was sometjing to be desired. The kitchen and living room were 50 degrees when the heat as high as it would go it only got to 624go w
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Krista S.

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

Perfect stay!

This is the second year my family and I have stayed at this property. It was wonderful both times! I appreciate how clean the house is and how well the house is stocked with essentials. One of my children in particular was so excited to stay here because of the toys and games she remembered from the year before. The owner is very quick to respond to messages and goes above and beyond! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy E.

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

Cedar Beach Christmas

Perfect spot. Cool house. Fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marta M.

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

VRBO

The house was beautiful. Very nice that personal amenities were available. The home was immaculate. Location was awesome b
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Lovely Lake Erie Stay

This was our second year staying at this property and it was again a lovely stay. The house is nice and private, set back from the road. Super easy and convenient access to the beach. If you want a few more waves it’s a quick walk to another beach area close by. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Check in and out was easy and Kathleen responded to any questions we had quickly. We hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie F.

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

Close to the beach!

My five sisters and our mom stayed here and we had a great time. The beach was close to the house and a park within walking distance. It had plenty of things to do at the house the well stocked with beach chairs and things for kids. Nice island with seating and a nice dining table as well. We go on a girls trip each year and stay some place new but we would definitely go back here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Awesome

This home is absolutely the best place to stay. From the fully stocked kitchen, every appliance imaginable to a room stocked with toys and games. This is the place to be. Walk right out onto Cedar beach. Great neighborhood and the house is,absolutely spotless!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Cozy Christmas on Lake Erie

So warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in the door. A cute mantel decorated for the holidays in the living area. Soft blankets and towels, comfortable mattresses and just like home all around. Very clean, updated and new feeling. Will definitely be back for another stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Kern

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I have been a City of Dunkirk resident for 28 years. I love my City and believe it has a lot to offer as a permanent place to live as well as a vacation destination! I work for the City of Dunkirk for the past 25 years and work in human resources. My husband Al and I live 2 short blocks from the Cedar Beach House, so we can be there for you if need be. It's a lovely area to live/rent.

Why they chose this property

The lake views are spectacular! There is lots of bird life to enjoy, as well as watching the boaters and beachcombers. The house is situated on a bike path. You can walk or bike on the path with the two vintage bicycles provided, through the public park. There is also a bird sanctuary beside the park that you can walk the wooded paths on. You can hunt beach glass right out your front door as well as bring a chair onto the beach and enjoy the sun, water, sand and a good book! The house is close to local restaurants. It is a short mile to the City Pier where there are free live bands that perform every Thursday night in the summer months.

Along with the lighthouse, there are many other interesting places to visit. The newly opened National Comedy Center is located in Jamestown, a 30 minute drive from the house. There is also Chautauqua Institution that has many cultural events in the summer. Roger Tory Peterson Institute is also located in Jamestown, and a longer drive, but still close is Niagara Falls. We are also located in the middle of the wine trail that runs along Route 5 from NY to PA!

What makes this property unique

-The house has a one car garage attached to the house. The guests have use of the entire garage.
-There are cathedral ceilings throughout the 2nd floor.
-There is a secret, private garden area in the back with plenty of seating, night party lights and a barbecue grill.

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