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Best of Both worlds 25 steps from the North gate of world famous Chautauqua Inst

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Property grounds
Exterior detail
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Chautauqua Lake
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Mayville, NY
  • Place, Chautauqua Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chautauqua Institution
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Chautauqua Amphitheater
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Best of Both worlds 25 steps from the North gate of world famous Chautauqua Inst

Nice home with attached segregated mother-in-law suite located just a few steps before the North/Elm entrance to the Chautauqua Institution. Large yard with deck and pavilion and driveway. No gate pass or parking pass is required!

This home has been rented for the full season to the same guest for the past 10 years and thus back on VRBO for the first time! Reviews and previous guest references are available upon request!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets allowed with prior owner approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2665786vb
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

About the area

Mayville

Chautauqua is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chautauqua Lake and Lake Erie, while Chautauqua Amphitheater and McClurg Museum are cultural highlights. Chautauqua Belle Steamboat and Chautauqua Bookstore are also worth visiting.
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Mayville, NY

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Chautauqua Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Chautauqua Amphitheater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Miller Bell Tower - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Inlet Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lakeview Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pueblo Real - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lakeview Restaurant Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tulip’s Brunch House - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best of Both worlds 25 steps from the North gate of world famous Chautauqua Inst pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and 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.

What time is check-in at Best of Both worlds 25 steps from the North gate of world famous Chautauqua Inst?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best of Both worlds 25 steps from the North gate of world famous Chautauqua Inst?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best of Both worlds 25 steps from the North gate of world famous Chautauqua Inst located?

Situated in Chautauqua, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chautauqua Lake and Chautauqua Institution. Chautauqua Golf Club and Chautauqua Amphitheater are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for us, so we could easily attend Institution events, or easily explore the region. Lots of space to entertain, or just chill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, good location close to the institute for walking or bus/tram pickup. Great porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

cat c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was very easy to get in touch with, and if there was an issue, he resolved it right away.We loved the location. The place had a lot of space, and we enjoyed the outdoor deck. The beds were comfortable and the bedroom air conditioners worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert P.

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

Chautautua Institution visit

Great location. Plenty of room. Fully equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Great value in great location

We stayed in the main house of a duplex with multiple rental units. We did not hear the neighbors at all from the unit despite the fact that they were musicians and we could hear them rehearsing from outside. The owner Scott was a pleasure to talk with and was very helpful. The house is located durectly outside of the Chautauqua Institution's Elm Gate and the nearby shuttle stop - an outstanding value all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location near Chautauqua Institution and the spacious porch were definite highlights of this rental. Unfortunately, several aspects of the home fell short. Some of the updates felt cheaply done, and there were maintenance concerns such as a broken living room ceiling fan, a bathroom window that wouldn’t close, mold on the tub caulk, and very noisy air conditioners that made sleeping difficult.In addition, the listing mentioned soap and shampoo, but these were not provided. Dishwasher detergent was also missing despite contacting the host. These oversights made the stay less convenient than expected.While the property’s location and porch are strong positives, guests should be aware that the house would benefit from more thorough maintenance and attention to detail.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2025
Ceiling fan referenced had failed the week before this guest check-in and was located on a 25-ft high vaulted ceiling no way to replace in a 4-Hour turnaround window. As this house is a rental we focus on quality but not super expensive fixtures and upgrades to balance the substantially lower rent that we charge compared to other similar accommodations in or near the institution, as previous feedback has emphasized the desire for value over higher end amenities. This is a home built in the '60s with baseboard boiler heat common with that era and thus no ductwork, with reference in the listing to no Central AC window and floor units only. Thus the reference to noisy ACs is simply a reality of this fact and the resulting choice to have some AC over none. Lack of soap in the bathrooms was an oversight by cleaners who were replaced at the end of the season for for tendency to miss such things apologies offered! We feel very confident in the relative value of this property at a third to a half less than similar properties!

About the host

Hosted by Scott McVicker

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We've been! coming to Chautauqua for 30 years and have owned this house for almost 20! We live most of the year in Denver but love our time in western NY in the summer! And we love other guests to be able to do the same

Why they chose this property

Convenience and flexibility!

What makes this property unique

More space for less money!

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