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Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, and a coffee table. There are two large windows with curtains, a wall-mounted mirror, and framed pictures.
A wicker chair with floral cushions and a book on it, placed on a porch with a patterned rug.
A bedroom with a bed, a blue wall, and various posters.
A white house with black shutters, a welcome sign, a porch with a bench, and a potted plant.
A hallway with a kitchen sign, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This cottage offers space for 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features a patio for outdoor enjoyment and is pet-friendly. Nearby attractions include Chautauqua Lake and Chautauqua Golf Club.

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • 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 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mayville, NY
  • Place, Chautauqua Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Chautauqua Institution
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Peek'n Peak Ski Resort
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake

Don't miss your opportunity to stay in a lovingly renovated cottage, nestled in the woods on 11 acres! Just a short drive to the Historic Chautauqua Institution and Lake. Enjoy the seclusion of the Cottage surrounded by nature and wildlife, roam nearby walking trails and swap stories around the fire-pit. You are able to enjoy all of this without giving up the convenience of being able to explore all the culture and activities that Chautauqua County has to offer.

Sit on the covered front porch for your morning coffee or BBQ on the back deck; the cottage is like your home away from home with it's fully equipped kitchen and coffee bar. There is a laundry room and large downstairs tub/shower bathroom. The main floor is complete by a Dining Room which is open to a kitchen, a cozy Living Area with a large Smart TV to snuggle up in front of and a main main floor bedroom.

Upstairs there are two more spacious bedrooms sharing a Jack n Jill shower bathroom. The second floor primary bedroom has its own private porch, perfect for a late afternoon cocktail.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Absolutely no cats. Multiple dogs? Please ask.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4304706vb
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

About the area

Mayville

Mayville is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Midway State Park, while Chautauqua Amphitheater and The Lawson Center are cultural highlights. Chautauqua Belle Steamboat and Chautauqua Bookstore are also worth visiting.
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Mayville, NY

What's nearby

  • Chautauqua Lake - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum - 32 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Peek'n Peak Ski Resort - 37 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Presque Isle Downs and Casino - 54 min drive - 74.7 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lakeview Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lakeview Restaurant Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pueblo Real - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tulip’s Brunch House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage near CHQ Institution & Lake located?

Situated in Mayville, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Chautauqua Lake, Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Golf Club. Chautauqua Amphitheater and Miller Bell Tower are also within 3 miles (5 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 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, quiet and very comfortable. Linda is a great host, very accommodating and great with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2026
Michele was a fantastic guest to have. The home was left very clean and tidy. Great communication too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful cottage. The hosts are prompt in responding and really did a great job with the place. We would definitely book this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
So glad you liked it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded Cottage

A wonderful stay at a beautiful farmhouse close to so many fun adventures!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2025
So glad your stay was good. Thank you for leaving the home so clean! We appreciate it. Happy to have you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and secluded
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We throughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was beautifully decorated, well equipped, and impeccably clean. It was a perfect location for our few days at Chautauqua Institute. Jim & Nancy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Getaway!

I cannot say enough about this CHQ cottage - it is perfection! A quaint cottage with all the updates! We plan an Autumn visit and wouldn’t consider anywhere else! Great Owners who pay attention to all the details for a perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Linda and John's place. Everything was clean and creatively decorated. Kitchen was very well stocked and Linda even offered to bring more kitchen ware if we needed it. She lives nearby and was a great communicator. I left some literature behind by mistake and she has agreed to mail it to me! Whole house AC is great for summer and there was firewood and kindling provided for firepit. Two complete bathrooms was a plus for six adults. Location is close to Chautauqua Institute and everything on west side of lake - including short and charming ferry to Bemus Point on east side. All in all a great place for a vacation visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2026
Thank you, Paul, for the kind words. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us and glad you enjoyed the home and our area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is perfect, and lives up to the high expectations we had from the photos. Everything was very clean and the decorations truly gave a sense of being in a well maintained Chautauqua home. The house is very close to Chautauqua Institution, which made it very easy to get back and forth. It is located on a large property in the forest with a big lawn that affords a lot of space and privacy. The owners are delightful. We plan to stay here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful experience during our stay here. Checking in was extremely easy, the property is beautiful, and our dog was welcome. It’s also so close to Chautauqua Institution! We’ll definitely stay there again if we find ourselves back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage was lovely, nicely appointed, well stocked, comfortable and had everything you need. Excellent and prompt communications with the owner. Wonderful secluded location and close to Chautauqua Institute. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2026
We're so happy you stayed with us. Glad the cottage worked for you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Linda Creech

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We are Linda & John, parents of 2 amazing sons & daughters-in-law, and grandparents to 6 of the best kids on earth. We love the lake life, hiking, golf, and playing in the snow! Chautauqua County stole our hearts 23 years ago, and we want to share that experience with others. This cottage is the perfect opportunity to stay in a great location and enjoy all that Chautauqua County has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is located on a secluded 11 acre property, minutes from the Historic Chautauqua Institution and Lake. It is also just a short drive to Jamestown and Westfield, NY. and Lake Erie.

What makes this property unique

This lovingly renovated cottage is cozy, cute, & comfortable. The private porches and fire-pit are perfect for relaxing and enjoying time with others. The home is fully equipped to make your stay easy and convenient.

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