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EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York )

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A white house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a garden with various flowers and plants.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, a dining table, and a chandelier.
A bathroom with two large mirrors, a glass bowl sink, and a towel rack.
A residential area with a house, a flag, and a garden with various plants and decorations.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining table set for four, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 12•5 bedrooms•7 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Cattaraugus, NY
  • Place, Griffis Sculpture Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, HoliMont
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Holiday Valley Resort
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York )

Our private country home nestled in the majestic mountains offers a truly unique experience sure to make fond memories. Only a 11-minute drive from Ellicottville (Ski Country), and along the Amish trail. Unique as we invite guest, if so inclined, to engage with the animals on the ranch. Take a hike along marked trails of over 100 acres in our beautiful forest, sit beside our secluded pond and throw in a line for Large Mouth Bass, or tour the Amish trail where many shops offer homemade goods.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We do not have child safety items in place.
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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
Please treat our place as if your own.
No parties or events
Have fun and relax!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2621693vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cattaraugus

Located in Cattaraugus, this holiday home is in a rural area. Holiday Valley Resort and Winery of Ellicottville are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Griffis Sculpture Park and Allegheny River. Travelling with kids? Consider Nannen Arboretum and Watson's Chocolates. 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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Cattaraugus, NY

What's nearby

  • Griffis Sculpture Park - 19 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Winery of Ellicottville - 24 min drive - 21.4 km
  • HoliMont - 24 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Holiday Valley Resort - 27 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Sky High Aerial Adventure Park - 27 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Olean, NY (OLE-Cattaraugus County) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rocketcup Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Natural Foods Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Jenny Lee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jenny Lee Country Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The New Waverly of Otto - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York ) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York )?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York )?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York )?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is EARLY BIRD RANCH ( Beautiful Country Home Located Near Ellicottville New York ) located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Griffis Sculpture Park, Nannen Arboretum and Watson's Chocolates. Sky High Aerial Adventure Park and Snow Pine Village are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was clean, warm, stocked with all essentials. Very easy to check in and out. The owners are great people!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our group of 9! Plenty of beds, cozy living room with lots of seating, big kitchen table for everyone, and plenty of games to play. Terrific hosts, very well stocked home. Easy 15 min drive to downtown and just 20 min to Holiday Valley, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
Jen, it was a pleasure having you and your family stay at our place. So glad you enjoyed your stay. You could not have asked for better skiing conditions!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Dave was a great host the property was perfect for our stay. We will definitely stay again when returning to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Great property and better host

Dave and Kathy were extremely easy to work with. Our stay was great and the house was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Hi Greg, Thank you for your review. It was great having you stay and hope you can come back again! Fall is a great time of year as well as winter! Thank you, Dave & Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything about this property is top notch. The owner (Dave) is absolutely wonderful & helpful. Beautiful home, plenty of amenities, and close to Holiday Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner hosts have created an “atmosphere” to share with house guests who stay in a large, comfortable and cozy house. Along your drive here, the beautiful countryside is dotted with fishing sites, Amish Farms and shops and an even an Alpaca farm. You can easily interact with many of the animals on the property. The Bake Shop next door offers fresh eggs , small gifts, and , of course, delicious baked goods. Relax here or explore the area.
After you enter through the covered wrap around porch, you could smell the baked goods!
There is another recliner couch to the left in the comfortable living room.
Walking with the goats
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Multiple Family Ski Trip

Three Adults and 7 kids stayed two nights on a Holiday Valley Ski trip. The house was able to accommodate us perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Tim, It was a pleasure having you stay. Our place was left great and your kids were very well behaved!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sean m.

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

delightful weekend

we had a wonderful stay and plan to return! the layout of the house is perfect for a group to spend quality time- open kitchen and comfy family room. our hosts were extremely helpful with our various requests. thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure having you stay! Look forward to having you stay again. Dave & Kath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Ski Trip w/ Friends

My friends and I had a great time skiing and snowboarding at holiday valley while staying at this awesome property. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Check in and check out were extremely easy. Dave was a great host and made sure everyone was happy and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Michael, Thanks again for staying at our place. Glad you enjoyed it! Dave & Kath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HolisticHeidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose Early Bird Ranch for its proximity to where our large family reunion was held. What a delightful surprise! Dave greeted us warmly and was a magnificent host, letting us know of all the things in the area. We loved getting fresh pastries and eggs for breakfast at the farm store that the family runs. If this is available the next time we have this reunion, we will absolutely stay here again annd book more days outside the reunion days. Truly a little slice of heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Heidi, You and your family were wonderful guest! It would be great to see you again as this area really does have a lot to offer guest to do! Thank you for staying. Dave & Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Spacious Home and Wonderful Hosts

This is home is very welcoming and cozy. Kathleen and Dave are great to work with. They have adorable little farm animals that they invited is to come see. Our granddaughter enjoyed that. The house has everything you need for all ages. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Dawn, We are happy you enjoyed your stay. You were great guest and it was fun watching your Granddaughters expression when seeing the animals! Hope you come again and maybe have time hiking our trails. Thank you, Dave & Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

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

Amazing Stay

We had a group of 12 staying at the house ranging from 10yrs -80urs. We were skiing at Holiday Valley and Holimont. It’s only 20 min max to the hill. There is a big entrance to the house and then a huge kitchen that is equipped with almost everything you can imagine… than your average place. Dave was very quick with any question we had and looked after us very well. Linens and towels were very nice. Each bedroom is decorated a little different and very cute. I would stay again and absolutely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

A Great Place for a Family Stay!

The house was immaculate, nicely decorated, comfortable, and roomy. Owners David and Kathy were friendly, available if we needed something, and helpful. In addition to multiple bedrooms, the house boasts a well-stocked kitchen - all the utensils you will need, provided k-cup coffee, cooking spices, etc, and seating around the table for 8. The wrap around front porch has many comfortable chairs and another table and chairs for outdoor eating. The owners also allow guests to visit their animals- goats, turkeys, chickens, rabbits and a horse, which was great fun for our four-year-old granddaughter. A few steps from the house, Kathy and David have a small store filled with Kathy's homemade baked goods. We bought cinnamon rolls, raspberry twist pastries, a cheese strudel, and cookies. All were outstanding! Again, we cannot stress enough how gracious and welcoming David and Kathy were during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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Hosted by David & Kathy

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