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Secluded Chautauqua Lake House, private dock & beach, short stroll to town!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (#1)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Chautauqua Lake House, private dock & beach, short stroll to town!

NOW OPEN! —AUG 9-15, 2025 (4-night min). It’s not often dates open up so BOOK your trip today! Bridlepath Lake Resort is a 2,200 Sqft. completely renovated retreat home on the Lake. A secluded gem with 110 feet of private lakefront and sand beach situated on Chautauqua Lake in Bemus Point, NY. Private and peaceful, yet within walking distance to all of the excitement (shop, dine, golf, etc.) of Bemus Point Village. With its brand new updated coastal beach design, your Chautauqua Lake experience will be like no other. Large lawns in the front (lakeside) and back of the house. Fire pit near the Lake. Long, private pier with a 12 x 20' platform at the end to enjoy lake life, sunsets, etc. Up to two boats can be tied to posts next to the dock. Large common areas (kitchen, living room, sunroom, porch and patio) to enjoy. Patio is steps from the fully stocked kitchen and living room, faces the Lake and comes with a gas grill and comfortable outdoor furniture.

We transformed an original 1930’s cottage/1960’s outdated addition into a stunning all-season lake/beach encounter. Our property is not only secluded (end of a private road) providing a peaceful experience, we're also short walk or minute drive to charming Bemus Point Village--the best of both worlds!

Our open-floor plan home and grounds includes:
- new appliances,
- central air-conditioning,
- heating system (base board/boiler heating)
- patio,
- boat dock (12x20' platform)
- all new landscaping


Keywords: Bemus Point, Lake Chautauqua, upper NY, boat dock, central ir conditioning, four bedrooms, two full- bathrooms, Activities: boating, swimming, skiing, snowboarding, ice-fishing, kayak, golf, hiking, biking, concerts, games, Chautauqua Institute, internet, tv, cable, streaming, parking, sheets, towels, stocked kitchen, fireplace, firepit, outdoor dining/eating, patio, washer, dryer.

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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bemus Point

Located in Bemus Point, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Chautauqua Institution and Miller Bell Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Midway State Park and Chautauqua Golf Club. Lakewood Golf Center and Chautauqua Belle Steamboat are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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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 - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Chautauqua Amphitheater - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum - 15 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Truffle Honey - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Group Ther-Happy - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Schuyler's Country Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bemus Point Golf Club & Tap House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Steener's Pub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Chautauqua Lake House, private dock & beach, short stroll to town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Chautauqua Lake House, private dock & beach, short stroll to town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Chautauqua Lake House, private dock & beach, short stroll to town!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Chautauqua Lake House, private dock & beach, short stroll to town! located?

Situated in Bemus Point, this golf holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Chautauqua Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Long Point on Lake Chatauqua State Park. Midway State Park and Whitney Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always have a great stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The property was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Extremely clean. Secluded for privacy. Spacious home to allow for privacy if needed. Host provided small amenities, linens, towels, soap, shampoo etc. which added to our comfort. Home is beautifully remodeled as we look at pics before the updates. A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Wonderful getaway

Such a nice place! I've stayed at a lot of different VRBO's and this was ny favorite! Very clean and updated. We hope to come back and enjoy warmer weather!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda E.

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

30th Birthday Trip

We had a great time at this property. The location was convenient and the views were beautiful. It was a perfect winter escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Great location!

This is located right on Chautauqua Lake. There is a large yard and a dock. The house was exactly as described. Everything was clean, organized and by far the best stocked rental I have ever been to! Would love to come back again with my family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Great Thanksgiving!

Great time, a lot of snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Perfect location for a family gathering

Stayed at this property over Easter weekend to meet up with my son from college. There were 8 people. Plenty of room in this house for all of us to either be together or spread out. Beautiful view of the lake! House is nicely updated and very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steven W.

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

Work trip

Came down for a work trip and it was perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

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

Spence& Sievers

Our 3rd wear at this property. As usual, the house and yard were great. I get place for our families to gat together for a few days. The only downside of our visit was the fishing which was slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Beautiful lake house

Spacious, clean, comfortable home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Wonderful

This was a great place for a girls weekend! House is beautiful, very well kept and right on the lake. Walking distance to bemus point tap house. Debra was great with checking in on us and making sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin J.

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

Great Vacation

This was our second year staying at the Lake house and everything was fantastic from check-in to checkout. We highly recommend staying here if you're looking for a family getaway! Everything is provided in the home and you are so close to all the amenities that Bemus Point has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home, yard and lake. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

Lake house

Beautiful property and views. Very nice setup, clean and comfortable. Plenty of room to bring more people next time. Very nice host. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe l.

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

Excellent Lake House

We had a great time at Bridle Path resort lake house! An upscale,Beautifully decorated resort, modern kitchen well stocked with all essentials, from spices to pots & pans. Spacious layout, plenty of spots in house to gather! Comfortable beds, nice linens and best of all private lake front access with new dock!!!

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

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

Brothers reunion

Outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Great family amenities.

This was r second stay which tells u something. We have it booked for next year. We r a boating, active family from 4 months to 74 years. It works for all of us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Wonderful house, wonderful hosts, wonderful location

The property is very smartly designed for a multitude of people enjoying a multitude of activities. The yard is perfect for kids to play with abandon and the kitchen is perfect for cooking for a crowd. We were so happy to be here in the early fall, and enjoyed every minute. Deb and Rick were excellent hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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

AWESOME HOME, LOCATION & OWNERS

This was our first time staying at Bridlepath and everything was OUTSTANDING. The home and property were clean, up to date and there was plenty of room for my wife /self, daughter/family of 4, daughter/family of 3 and our son. The grandkids (age 1, 3 and 5) enjoyed the yard and sand beach. Walking to Bemus Point for mass, morning drinks, lunch, dinner or ice cream made it quick and convenient. Docking the pontoon boat was easy right off the dock. Rick and Debra were amazing hosts right from the start when we booked through when we lefT. We all look forward to coming back !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan j., Granby

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

Reunion

We had a wonderful stay in this cottage by the lake. It worked out perfectly for our group of couples. There was a nice size kitchen, a good size table for meals, and two living rooms. Much attention was given to detail. Debra was easy to contact and very nice. There were several welcoming places to sit outside and we also enjoyed a few short walks into downtown Bemus Point. All in all it was a great cottage for our reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, very clean house, decorated so cute, definitely a cottagy feel. Very well stocked kitchen, everything we needed. Great view of the lake. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is lovely and offers a wonderful layout for family to spend time at either end of house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

STEVEN K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really enjoyed Chautauqua Lake and the surrounding area/neighborhood. I hadn’t been to the area since I was a child in the mid to late ‘70’s. This home is in a beautiful location and is well kept. We enjoyed the amenities, the seclusion and proximity to town. The driveway is long and narrow, I made the mistake of pulling in “headfirst” with my boat in tow. There is no real “turn around” once you reach the beautiful home. Now granted I drive a full size 4 door pickup with an 8’ bed and was towing a 25’ center console fishing boat. Once launching the boat at a very convenient and nearby launch, I had to back the truck and empty trailer down the narrow and curvy driveway to store the trailer for the duration of my stay. It’s a task NOT for the faint of heart. I’m not complaining by any stretch, I’d do it all over again….(I may have asked more questions or mentioned the size of the boat I was bringing prior to arrival) The home was clean and well equipped. We had a wonderful time. Visit Guppy’s for a great meal and a super staff if you get the chance.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love staying here; the home is amazing and I love the view of the lake from most parts of the house. My siblings and I keep coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Debra and Rick Hymer

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We have many passions and being outdoor is a priority for us. We enjoy hiking, skiing, walks in nature and simply relaxing on our porch or patio. With Rick retiring in 2019 and my flexibility as a health coach and yoga therapy student, the opportunity presented itself to venture into business together. Our deep affection for Chautauqua Lake and Bemus Point spans nearly 20 years. We love all seasons in western New York and happy to call Bemus Point a special home of ours!

We are proud parents of five loving children and grampa and mimi to our two sweet grandchildren :-) We are also proud to say that Bridlepath Lake Resort is our second guest property in Bemus Point and has been a true labor of love. Purchased in 2020, we transformed an original 1930’s cottage with its 1960’s outdated addition into a stunning all-season lake/beach encounter. Check out our other Bemus property -- The Resort On Main property, in the heart of Bemus Point Village, for yet another unique lake experience! ~ All our best, Rick & Debra Hymer

Why they chose this property

Indulge in the comfort and tranquility of this updated home while feeling the nostalgia of the Chautauqua Lake experience of the 30s. You will enjoy the opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit in this superbly redesigned home with 100+ feet of private lake frontage — a true dreamscape from your day-to-day responsibilities.

Perfect for family and friend reunions, spa retreats, anniversaries, weddings, business trips — why rent a hotel when you can enjoy a home-away-from-home experience? Bridlepath Lake Resort's open floor plan allows for gatherings and autonomy. Our amenities—from a completely stocked gourmet kitchen to free use of kayaks, paddle boards and outdoor games will satisfy guests of all ages!

What makes this property unique


Bridlepath Lake Resort is a true labor of love. We transformed an original 1930’s cottage with its 1960’s outdated addition into a stunning all-season lake/beach encounter.

ABOUT THE ‘NEW’ LOOK — Two different experiences in one home.

We kept the charm of the original 1930 cottage structure, including restoring hardwood floors in 2 bedrooms. This delightful section of BridlePath includes 4 bedrooms, bath, laundry and sunroom—all connected by a lovely and inviting wide hallway - yet another gathering place. We designed this serene section of the home with privacy in mind. We offer a comfortable and relaxed experience in our cozy sunroom oasis. You can enjoy quiet conversation, accomplish school/work obligations or simply snuggle in for quality time reading a good book.

1960 meets 2021! We redesigned the rest of the home with socializing in mind. This gathering place with family and friends lends itself to many fond memories being created. Raise your voice for some much needed laughter as you prepare a meal together and break bread at the large dining table. Perhaps movie/game night is on your agenda. Play some music and dance around the expansive kitchen and living room. Gather outdoors grilling, playing games, swimming and marshmallow toasting by the fire-pit.

GET OUTSIDE
Being outdoors or simply experiencing nature are important themes for us so even while indoors, you can bask in the morning sun light from any of the front facing rooms or step out into our screened in porch overlooking the lake — perfect for rainy days and evenings protected from the mosquitoes.

Regardless of how you and your loved ones choose to experience BridlePath Lake Resort, you get our intent — the relaxation and enjoyment indoors and outdoors will leave you reenergized -- taking with you a lifetime of cherished memories.

BOOK NOW. Few slots available. If you like what you see so far -- you will simply LOVE the final reveal! More photos being uploaded soon.

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