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The woods at spring creek

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Interior
Property grounds
A hot tub with a step and a chair in a covered outdoor area.
A covered patio area with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.
A cozy outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a glass-top table, a hot tub with blue lighting, and a large window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

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Alden, NY

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs bedroom

1 King Bed

Down stairs bedroom

1 King Bed

Main bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

downstairs full bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

upstairs 1/2 bath

Toilet

upstairs full bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The woods at spring creek

This house is very unique as it is on world famous spring creek. Comes with 47 acres to hike and explore. Also The quaint little village of Alden, home of the black water bath. There are many restaurants and shops to explore in the village. A short dive away from Darien lake and Niagara Falls. The surrounding area has so much to explore.

Pet rules. Dogs only no cats. Must messages to get pet approval before booking. Dogs are not allowed downstairs as there is wall to wall carpeting. If dogs go downstairs there is an additional cleaning fee of $1500.00. If there is excessive cleaning cause by pet (hair, dirt, mud) there will be an extra $1500.00 cleaning fee. Dog must be well behaved and potty trained. Owner of dog will be held liable for any damages caused by pet. Guests are expected to leave the house with the same cleanliness they found it. If there is excessive cleaning there will be a charge of $1500.00. (fee is per night)

If a party is thrown there will be an extra $2000.00 fee.

Private pool and hot tub are seasonal. Hot tub on porch will be available year round.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2219817vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Alden

Located in Alden, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Lancaster Opera House and Clarence Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Warren Hull House and Patriots and Heroes Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Six Flags Darien Lake and Darien Lake Performing Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Alden, NY

Getting around

  • Buffalo-Depew Station - 21 min drive
  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John & Mary's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Water Tap & Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hilltop Inn & Grove - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The woods at spring creek have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The woods at spring creek pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The woods at spring creek?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The woods at spring creek?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The woods at spring creek?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The woods at spring creek located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Darien Lakes State Park, Six Flags Darien Lake and Darien Lake Performing Arts Center. Marilla Country Store and Corn Maze are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home away from home expreince. The location offered privacy. The home is spacious, clean and has great amenitites. Me and my businessa associates had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were pleasantly surprised at this little oasis! Beautiful home, secluded on 47 acres of land, providing the perfect private vacation.Home was bigger than expected, very clean and maintained.Plenty of amenities to keep the family busy, from the heated in ground pool, separate hot tub and game room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Amazing place to stay

Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Niagara Falls Family Trip

The house was everything advertised & more. No one wanted to leave - grandkids loved the pool & hot tub - as well as the rest of us. The patio was beautiful & great to sit & keep a watch on the kids in the pool. So much room & huge kitchen. Samantha was so kind & accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Family Getaway

This was a great property for our party of 10. My family really enjoyed the indoor and outdoor amenities. Thank you for a wonderful getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

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

Family Reunion

This property was perfect for our family. We loved everything about it and had an amazing time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn P.

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

Fantastic time

We loved the location & the property! It made our trip to Niagara Falls easy. Loved seeing the deers every day what a treat. We also got to see Robins leave the nest during our stay at the house. Highly recommend this property for a vacation destination!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R.

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

Great vacation house

The house was perfect for a family vacation! You did not need to leave the property. The kitchen is awesome for cooking for a large group and the outside entertainment area is beautiful! Relaxing, peaceful and perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

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

The Watkins Review

One of the nicest vacation rentals ever. The home was immaculate - kudos to whomever does the cleaning. Very spacious home, beautifully decorated, kitchen well equipped. The large back porch had a great view of the meadow below and we watched the deer feeding and fawns playing. Samantha was a super host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

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

Amazing Property

This property was amazing! The house is huge and appointed with the best of everything. The pool, the porch, the firepit - it was all great. The host Samatha was so nice and easy to deal with; she responded immediately to my questions. My family and I had a fantastic time, and it was so nice to be in a space that accommodated all of us. Thanks for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C H.

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

Fantastic!

This spacious home is so inviting and comfortable that you won't want to leave. The sprawling property is private, absolutely beautiful and perfect for hiking. The location is secluded, yet not too far from everything...grocieries, gas, restaurants, amusement park, waterfront, etc. The home has a great layout and is superbly appointed. The amenities are awesome - from the pool, hot tub, fire-pit, kids swings/play area, and heated back porch, to the quality appliances, game room, awesome master bedroom/ensuite, and gym! The host, Samantha, was always quick to respond whenever we had a question. She was very accommodating, which made our stay even better. This place made our family getaway even more memorable and is definitely one to revisit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Incredible home! Magnificently built home

Amazing property to be allowed to share and enjoy. The builder of this home was a genius. The crown molding details are like nothing you have seen. Truly incredible. Home is very large with every detail thought through perfectly. The owners thought of everything. As a regular with vrbo for many years, this was the nicest home we ever stayed in. And every tiny detail including toys for kids, gates, stools, etc., were all addressed upfront by the owners. This property gets a property of the decade award for us and all our family. It is worth staying just to see the builder’s amazing craftsmanship. On a scale of one to five.. this property gets a 10! Yes, double best of the best and this home in Alden. NY wins. It was an honor to share this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Thank you so much for such tremendous compliments. It was an honor to host you and your group.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rebekah Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Unfortunately, I can't recommend this property to others. The home was very poorly maintained and many of the listing's amenities were broken or not functioning. Most seriously, one of the knobs on the kitchen stove broke on the last day of our stay and started a major gas leak. We had to wake up two kids under 3 who were napping and evacuate. The host was responsive, but the stove clearly hadn't been serviced or tested recently. The hot tub was broken for the entire length of our stay. We could not get the living room fireplace to work and there were no instructions. Washing machine didn't work. Half of the TV's in the entire house did not work, including the large TV in the downstairs game room. 75% of the remotes laying around the house didn't even have batteries in them. All it took was losing an iPhone down the couch cushions to realize how long it's been since it was cleaned (don't look underneath it, either). We also had strangers staying on the property that weren't disclosed to us at any time. Two cars consistently came and went from the large garage that's right next to the home, and we saw people go inside and stay overnight. Did not feel private or transparent. For the nightly rate being charged, you expect for the house to be in working order. It was not.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Buffalo area sanctuary located close to everything

We spent three nights at this wonderful secluded property while visiting the Buffalo area for the Bills v Jets game in December 2022. The home is set on a secluded property just beyond an otherwise unassuming residential neighborhood in Alden, NY. The home is beautiful and well appointed throughout with plenty of room for everyone to stretch-out and enjoy the property's amenities. You'll be about 30 minutes from Downtown Buffalo, Orchard Park, and Niagra Falls depending upon which direction you travel. You'd be hard pressed to find a better homebase from which to explore while visiting the Buffalo area. And, it's a welcome retreat to return to in the afternoon or evening when your daily exploration is done. Our traveling party of 9 (4 adults, 5 children) enjoyed our stay tremendously. The owner, Samantha, was very easy to reach and communicate with and worked with us to accommodate our needs at check in and check out. It's without hesitation that I'd recommend this 5-star property if your travel brings you to Buffalo, Alden, or the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Wonderful, spacious house!

Beautiful house with lots of great spaces for family to gather! We really enjoyed our stay! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

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

Can't wait to come back

Everything was great. Pool was the perfect size for everyone and the fence allowed for great safety with the kids. The house was enormous. Easy to have fun with the family or to find a space to read a book. Also you really feel like you are all by yourself (no neighbors) but still have the convenience of grocery story's in Alden. Def considering another stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

This home, nestled in the woods of Alden is absolutely perfect! It is modern and very comfortable. The kitchen is spectacular. Our family loves cooking together... there was plenty of room for all 8 of us to dive in! The back porch is completely perfect for morning coffee. The bedrooms are spacious and the beds are very comfortable. Bathrooms are also large and really nice. If you're visiting western NY, this home is perfect!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Samantha Kraus

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We are a family of 5 that loves to travel. This house was our main residence until about 2 years ago when work pulled us out of state. We love visiting the house and all the property has to offer. We still visit a few times a year.

Why they chose this property

This property is located on spring creek, a world famous fossil hunting creek. There is 47 acres to explore. As well as a pool and a hot tub out door gas fire pit and swing-set. In the house there is so much to offer. Gym, pool table, ping pong table, 2 large living rooms with tvs. A bar with its own fridge, ovens, stove and dishwasher.

What makes this property unique

Spring Creek is really a unique benefit. People from all over the world have come to fossil hunt here. the shale walls are so beautiful, it like looking 380 years into the past. Fossils are easy to find trilobites are in almost every piece of shale.

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