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Lakefront Renovated 4BR w/ Dock, Kayaks, Walk to Bemus Point

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Back of home facing lake.
Exterior
Game room/Reading room with chess/checker table. Book shelves and games.
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bemus Point, NY
  • Chautauqua Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Long Point on Lake Chatauqua State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Chautauqua Institution
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lakefront Renovated 4BR w/ Dock, Kayaks, Walk to Bemus Point

Lakefront Retreat in Bemus Point – Renovated 4BR Home with Private Dock

Experience true lakefront living (not lake view or canal) in this recently renovated 4-bedroom home just 1 mile from downtown Bemus Point. Every bedroom offers stunning views of the lake:

1st Floor: King Bedroom & Queen Bedroom
2nd Floor: One Bedroom with Two Twin Beds & One Bedroom with a Double Bed
Bathrooms: Full bath on the first floor and a half bath upstairs
Interior Features:

Updated kitchen with new appliances (2021), fully stocked with everything you’ll need, plus two closet pantries
Spacious living room with dining area and lake views
Eat-in kitchen includes an island, bar-height table, and countertop seating
Two smart TVs to connect to your streaming accounts (Netflix, Prime, Hulu)
Game room with checker/chess table, books, and a large selection of family games
Central air added in 2021 for your comfort
Outdoor Amenities:

Brand new dock (2021) – accommodates 3 boats and 2 jet skis
Two kayaks and 8 assorted-size life vests included
Covered patio with a Weber grill (2022) and additional patio space added in 2021
Fire pit (Solo Stove) and picnic table available year-round (outdoor furniture set is seasonal)
2-car attached garage (1 car fits inside), plus additional parking near the dock area and room for a trailer
Tech & Connectivity:

High-speed WiFi through Spectrum – fastest available in the area
Location:

Situated on a peaceful peninsula, this home offers bridge views and is a birdwatcher’s paradise with frequent sightings of waterfowl and a bald eagle
Walkable to Bemus Point (1 mile) – enjoy restaurants, shops, playgrounds, and a golf course
Seasonal Notes:

Dock goes in mid-May – not available before that
March & April bookings: patio furniture not yet out, but picnic table, Solo Stove, and outdoor chairs are available

Property manager

Kirstan Tervo

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for infants and toddlers.
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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 smoking inside residence!

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bemus Point

Located in Bemus Point, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chautauqua Lake and Long Point on Lake Chatauqua State Park, while Chautauqua Amphitheater and Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum are cultural highlights. Midway State Park and Lakewood Golf Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bemus Point, NY

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Long Point on Lake Chatauqua State Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Chautauqua Amphitheater - 15 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum - 17 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buddy Brewster's Ale House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Steener's Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Renovated 4BR w/ Dock, Kayaks, Walk to Bemus Point pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Renovated 4BR w/ Dock, Kayaks, Walk to Bemus Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Renovated 4BR w/ Dock, Kayaks, Walk to Bemus Point?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lakefront Renovated 4BR w/ Dock, Kayaks, Walk to Bemus Point located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Chautauqua Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Long Point on Lake Chatauqua State Park and Whitney Bay. Midway State Park and Ashville Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful time! The house was exactly as advertised. The host was easy to communicate with and very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Couldn’t be better…

Simply perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Fantastic setting

It was perfect. I could live on the patio all day and all night!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittney H.

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

Beautiful

This property was beautiful. The house was so cute! My kids had a blast! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Relaxing. fun and interesting week at the Lake.

Appropriate furnishings. Not sure if the hot and cold-water hoses to the washer were correct. Liked the smokeless fire pit. Loved the lake and Bemus Point. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Addie H.

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

Beautiful Property!

We really enjoyed our stay at Heron’s Rest! The property has an amazing location on the lake and the views are gorgeous. The house was clean and had many recent upgrades, you can tell the owners have invested a lot of time and love into the home. There were a lot of added amenities that you don’t usually find in a typical rental that made our stay very comfortable. The owners are very nice and attentive with any questions you may have. We would highly recommend Heron’s Rest!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

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

The Best Did Change - It Got Better !!!

Once again, Heron’s Rest did not disappoint !!!! Absolutely wonderful week…. The best just keeps on getting better…. Can’t wait to come back next year…. Thank you Kirstan !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy V.

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

Relaxing week

This property was great for our family! The kitchen was a wonderful gathering place and had everything we needed. We spent many mornings at the table playing games and evenings playing bocce in the yard. My husband and children loved the dock for fishing and the bird watching can’t be beat. We brought my parents along and they loved it too. It’s an easy bike ride into Bemus Point which we did often. We had an age range of 10 to 75 and everyone had a fun week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

A comfortable cottage

Three generations spent a week here, and we enjoyed ourselves. We never met the owners, but they were very friendly and responsive to texts. The cottage was well stocked with supplies, including K-cups, spices, a few snacks, and the makings of s’mores. There is a fire pit with plenty of wood (we didn’t use it) an old paddle boat that was fun for the kids, a kayak (which we didn’t use), a very good grill (which we used a lot). The outdoor seating area was very comfortable and got lots of use. This is an older cottage which means smaller rooms. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Julie F.

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

Lake time with friends and family

This property is lovely and exactly as advertised. We enjoyed the back porch with beautiful views. My only suggestions would be to put a mirror, light switch and a real lock on the upstairs bathroom. We appreciated all the details and extras (chocolate bars, coffee and lots of pantry items to use, row boat and paddle boat) this house had to offer and the convenience of being so close to Bemus Point. Kirstan was wonderful! She was so quick to respond to our questions and very accommodating! Thank you again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

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

Wonderful waterfront property

Stayed here with my family (husband and 3 kids) for relaxing long weekend getaway and couldn’t have been happier. The house was clean, spacious, and convenient to town. It was well stocked with pots/pans, bakeware, plates, glasses, paper products, as well as staples such as coffee, sugar, spices, oil, etc. It’s right on the lake with stunning sunsets from the covered outdoor patio. Kids loved the fire pit, and all the games, especially the chess table. Kirstan was a great host, providing a detailed information packet about the property and region and responsive to any questions. There were nice touches like firewood and s’mores supplies. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

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

Our Best Cottage at the Lake yet !!!

We have been renting a cottage at Chautauqua every year except 1 for the past 10 years…. We are a group of 8 friends and we are picky with the locales….. we looked at 3 different ones this year and Heron’s Rest was , by far, the best…. This cottage is the best we have ever rented… Amenities were off the charts ….location perfect….all new kitchen appliances, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, enough parking for 4 vehicles… everything with this cottage was SUPERB !!!! I already booked next year…. Thank you Kirstan !!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

aaron s.

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anniversary present.

MY parents and there friends really enjoyed their stay. The view and proximity to Bemus Point was great. The 80+ degree days in October didn't hurt either.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

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Absolutely awesome!

Our stay was absolutely awesome!! The house was very welcoming and the view of the lake was fantastic. We felt like we were at home. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

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

Great stay on the lake

This property was nicer than we expected, the pictures don't do it justice! Roomy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander E.

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

Better than the photos let on

We had 8 guys stay here with 2 boats, 3 cars, and a trailer. Water near the dock is pretty shallow, maybe waist height so we had to anchor a little further out, maybe 50 ft and swim/paddle board to the boat. Nice piece of property, tucked away in a corner of the neighborhood. House has plenty of amenities and really anything you might want from a rental house, and likely more. Beds were comfortable, plenty of space. Everything seems fairly new and recently updated. There’s a grill and solo stove out back, and a nice seating area outdoors. Absolutely nothing to complain about here, or even feedback for improvement, we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Great Summer Trip

We had a great time enjoying Chautauqua and all the views from our rental. The property is great and made for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Amazing property - wonderful stay!

We had a group of 7 - two families consisting of 3 children. We had a wonderful time. Kirstan’s home was very clean, comfortable and has everything you need. The private dock was wonderful as we brought our boat and was able to dock it right at the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Week flew by too fast

The “Rest” was awesome we enjoyed the water, cottage and the beautiful view. It had everything we needed for a great vacation! Outside or inside the property was clean comfortable and quiet… Thank you Lake Chautauqua! You never disappoint!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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Great Lake property

Our whole group loved the property on the water. It was serene and relaxing. We enjoyed the feel of the updated home and it had many amenities that made our stay very comfortable. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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Girls getaway

Five of us stayed for 3 nights, loved it! The view was stunning, and the house was comfy and perfect! Local shopping, and also into Ellicotville , we enjoyed the trip to Lake Chautauqua very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Relaxing Stay

I stayed at this property with my husband, sister-in-law and brother-in-law. The new renovations are very nice and the decor is super cute! The location was really a highlight for us being right on the lake with a huge yard. We also really enjoyed the covered porch because we could still enjoy the outdoors while it was raining. Overall, a great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie Y.

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

Perfect!

We had a great time during our stay! The back patio is perfect and was our favorite spot to hang out and relax. It’s obvious the owners have spent a great deal of time and care in making this feel like a home away from home. There are countless amenities provided and the views are gorgeous. Thank you for opening up your home to our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trent D.

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

Fishing Crew

Our fishing group stayed in this house 7 or 8 years ago. We rented it through the previous owners. It was a nice place to stay then. Now, the house is amazing! The new owners have made many upgrades to make this place feel like home. Updated kitchen, bathroom, furniture, lighting, painting and carpet. We really enjoyed the back patio area that included a couch, grill and picnic table. Also, the cafe lights were a nice added touch to this area at dusk. We had 3 boats on this trip and the dock accommodated all of them. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Excellent spot to relax

House was in an excellent spot in the lake with great shade trees and out door area. Older house with newly remodeled kitchen and bath. Well equipped and plenty of room. We had 7 adults and it worked very well. New patio and back porch area is the best and where we spent most of the time. Had a small paddle boat we used and hung out on the dock. Bemus Point is only a mile or so away and an easy walk if you want to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kirstan Tervo

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Hi, I’m Kirstan!
My husband and I have been landlords most of our adult lives, but The Heron’s Rest on Lake Chautauqua is our very first vacation rental—and a true dream come true. We also own a historic apartment building in a charming small town in Western Pennsylvania.

I’m a mom of three, a landlord of 20+ years, and a big fan of bookstores, strong coffee, my Peloton, and a good glass of wine. We love creating warm, comfortable spaces for others to enjoy and hope you love our lakefront home as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

A Unique Lakefront Setting on a Peninsula & Sandbar
This one-of-a-kind property is tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, offering peace and privacy with easy access to downtown Bemus Point (just one mile away). Set on a peninsula and natural sandbar, the home is a haven for bird lovers—frequent sightings include cranes, swans, geese, ducks, and even a bald eagle!

Inside, you'll find a well-designed floor plan featuring a first-floor master bedroom and a wide-open living space with a large picture window framing beautiful lake views. Best of all, every bedroom in the home offers a view of the water, making this a true lakefront escape.

What makes this property unique

rue Lakefront on a Peninsula & Sandbar
– Unlike canal or lake-view homes, this property sits directly on the water with unobstructed access and views from every bedroom. The natural sandbar and peninsula location offer rare water exposure on multiple sides.
Birdwatcher’s Paradise
– Frequent sightings of cranes, swans, geese, ducks, and even a bald eagle make this a dream location for nature lovers and photographers.
Private Dock with Bridge View
– A brand-new dock (2021) with space to tie off 3 boats and 2 jet skis, plus beautiful views of the Chautauqua Lake bridge—perfect for sunset watching or morning coffee.
Every Bedroom Has a Water View
– This is rare even in lakefront homes and makes each room feel like a retreat.
Quiet Yet Close to Town
– Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac, you get peace and privacy while still being just 1 mile from restaurants, shops, and activities in Bemus Point.

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