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LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Burt, NY
  • Place, Olcott Beach Carousel Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Willow Winery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University At Buffalo - North Campus
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

main bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

bathroom

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

Spaces

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

About this property

LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.

LaVida Cottage is following the CDC's current guidelines in protecting our staff and maintaining the highest cleaning standards in preparing for our guests.
Our preparation for your guest experience includes the following :
 All cleaning staff monitor their health status according to the current CDC guidelines.
 Our cleaning staff wear masks and gloves while cleaning and preparing the cottage for your visit.
 All contact surfaces outside and throughout the interior of the cottage are wiped down and disinfected.
 The refrigerator is cleaned and disinfected.
 All bedding linens and blankets are washed and disinfected.
 All floors are cleaned and vacuumed.
In addition to complying with the requirements of The CDC, we have the following special requirements of our guests:
• We are limiting the house occupancy to 6 people. No additional visitors during your rental are allowed.
• Guests will please limit the amount of luggage and personal items brought into the cottage to minimum needed to sustain their experience.
• Guests will not wear shoes of any kind in the cottage. Please bring your slippers.

Now for the positive stuff.
The cottage was built in the early 1950's and has been well maintained since.
Over the years it has developed a warmth and charm all its own. Walking down to the creek takes the noise of the world completely away and you only hear nature calling.
Our unique setting on the banks of the 18 Mile Creek offer 3/4 of an acre of privacy and a secure getaway from the congestion of modern life. Few local cottages offer this kind of privacy and expanse.
We have over 300’ of creek bank and a prime and unique southern view of the beautiful wetland for almost a mile, with no houses to interrupt the natural water and land scape.
We have an outdoor firepit, two patios and plenty of places to pitch a family tent, let your kids blow off steam, or your dog to run free.
We offer free off-street, security monitored, parking for guest vehicles, small trailers and fishing boats. The alignment of Park Lane street and our main driveway allows easy pull in or backing in of a vehicle and trailer.
The interior of the cottage presents a laid back lake cottage atmosphere. Our newly installed air conditioning provides a cooling respite from the warming climate.
Right across from our cottage is Park Lane and as the name suggests, it leads to the huge “Krull Park”. The park has many activities from a small RC airfield to a stunning overlook of Lake Ontario with many picnic sites and kiddy attractions. Depending on conditions, swimming is allowed at the beach.
Olcott offers a quaint and quiet setting two blocks from the cottage. Many years ago, a small replica of a New England wharf took shape and the quaint shops now offer a unique shopping and eating experience. We also have several great bars and restaurants within walking distance and nearby via car.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Parties/ Events require prior approval
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
THIS IS A SMOKE FREE PROPERTY

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dirty dishes, turn off all facuets, close and lock all windows, turn off all lights
Text me upon your departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet zone after 10:00 pm
No pets to be left unattended in the cottage. No use of marijuana in the cottage. No under age drinking allowed. No washing of any vehicles
ABSOLUTELY NO FISH CLEANING, BOAT WASHING, FUELING, OR DUMPING OF OIL ON THE PROPERTY

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Parties/ Events require prior approval
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
Property Registration Number STRPB240005

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Burt

Located in Burt, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wilson-Tuscarora State Park and Town of Lockport Nature Trail, while Hrvol House Museum and Erie Canal Discovery Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Burt, NY

What's nearby

  • Olcott Beach Carousel Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Black Willow Winery - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Chateau Niagara Winery - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Clifton Hill - 45 min drive - 62.2 km
  • Fallsview Casino - 49 min drive - 63.6 km

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wilson Boat House Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mariners Landing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wilson Brew Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wilson House Restaurant & Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jeans Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Olcott Beach Carousel Park and Lake Ontario. Black Willow Winery and Schulze Vineyards and Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is cozy. It was my second time staying and its still my favorite cabin in Burt.Mike is a excellent host with a very clean and well maintained property. I would recomend Mikes cabin to anyone looking to stay in the Burt/Olcott area. Its a nice quiet community and the locals are very nice. Thanks again to the host Mike.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve M.

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

Great for families

Nice property with open spaces
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Car Show

Great place wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

Great property

Quiet, clean, lots of cooking utensils, spacious yard and home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Location is near the marina

Location was perfect. Cottage was quaint. Host was attentive and accommodating. Served our purpose perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john w.

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

Yearly Fishing trip to The Burt

The cottage was a perfect place for us to stay. We had 4 people in our group. Plenty of space for us and our gear. Will likely make this a permanent place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Becky H.

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

Weekend stay

Great place for a quiet getaway with pets. Location close to the park, Lake Ontario waterfront, wineries and breweries. Nice large yard for pets to play. Cottage was very quiet even though it is on a main road.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

enjoyable

It was comfortable and pleasant..
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Don s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay. The house rules about no shoes or guests were a bit much. but we dealt with it. There also were a few trip hazards a couple of short steps ay the front door and the main bedroom but once we got used to them it was all fine. Also the stones on the front walk were loose so you have to be careful. Other than that, the place was very nice . We would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Awesome property in quiet neighborhood

Plenty of space for our group of 5. Very quick drive to the town launch/ marina for fishing access. Large driveway/ yard for activities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Positives: good yard space, close to park and lake, hoist temperature works great, good parking, excellent fire pit, light switches were well documented, good bedroom spaces. Negatives: tiny bathroom, black ants, cell service difficult inside, wifi connectivity with video services not great. I checked WiFi speed and was ok so not sure why it was a challenge.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla B.

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

Beautiful Location

LaVida Cottage was so wonderful! The cottage itself was cozy and provided everything our family needed. My children loved playing in the huge yard and roasting marshmallows in the fire pit. The host, Mike, was always available and attentive. He made sure we had everything we needed. I would absolutely stay at LaVida Cottage again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara K.

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

Great place near Niagara Falls

We wanted a quieter place to stay outside of Niagara and this was a great location. Right by Lake Ontario and the quaint little town Olcott. Fun shops and easy to walk dogs. Large park in vicinity was perfect. The cottage yard and fire pit were perfect and private. No complaints. Best trip on record thus far!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecil H.

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

Enjoyed

Well kept
Stayed 17 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

Fishing trip

Great place and curious order
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary H.

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

Cute Cottage

Cute and spacious cottage. Private and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Great place

Much bigger than expected, location was great. The park is beautiful, we look forward to future stays. The fire pit looked amazing but unfortunately we didn’t have a chance to take advantage of it. Next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Susanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great place. Poor management.

No good deed goes unpunished. We communicated to the owner that he had a leak in his basement and upon leaving received a message that we should have told him sooner. He then added on pet cleaning fees for things that had been already cleaned up. Not pet friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Burt F.

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

Salmon Time

Took my son and grandsons fishing on Lake Ontario, stayed at LA VIDA COTTAGE Clean ,Quiet, Convenient, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

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

LaVida Cottage

Quiet, quaint, clean. Was exactly as desceibed. Family enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Well kept!

Good place on nice grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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

Great place

We came up to fish for three days Beds are comfortable place is clean Short drive to town and the boat ramp Nice little living room to sit in and visit after a day of fishing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

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

Cottage With Character

If you want to stay at a cozy cute cottage look no further. This cottage met our needs for a whole week and I wish we could of stayed longer. The yard was a great size to hang out and the park literally across the road was great for two young children. We enjoyed being directly across the road from Bye's Popcorn, now we know why theres a line for popcorn. The cottage had everything from books to games to extra linens and kitchen utensils. We had a few days of bad weather and it was just nice to relax and unwind at Lavida Cottage. Mike was a great host and always responded quickly. He even bumped the heat up to 70 on the nights that were freezing. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

LaVida

Awesome location for seasonal fishing. The Owner Mike was very acomidating, friendly, and helpfull. Great local experience. The local food is amazing. The cabin was cozy. Honestly can't think of anything to complain about. Hope to stay again next year. Thanks for opening your cabin to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger G.

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

Lavida

Mike was professional and quick response for any question…has very large yard/property for our dog to run-cottage was comfy/cozy & also a good size within…overall it helped make our stay in the area very enjoyable! thank-you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Ritenour

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I am a retired underwater construction professional who loves living near the water.
Voyaging on our sailboat is my passion along with making new friends and seeing strange lands.
LaVida Cottage reflects the laid back and relaxed style of cottage/sailboat living that has always appealed to me.
Sharing our cottage with fellow travelers is a prime opportunity to interact with folks from around the world. Right up our alley!

Why they chose this property

LaVida cottage is located on a major fly away and wetland.
Our 300 foot frontage on this wetland gives a spectacular overview of the activity 50’ below you.
In addition, the 1 acre backyard provides peace and tranquility, as well a great place to catch a starry night.

What makes this property unique

We are located two blocks from Krull Park And it’s a beautiful walks over looks beach and historic building.
World-famous (they literally ship all over the world) Byes Popcorn Stand is located within a few hundred feet of our south driveway. They have been in business for over 79 years.
The town Marina is just over the Rt.18 bridge about five blocks away, with access to Lake Ontario and it’s famous fishery through the town marina or the two private marinas and the Olcott Yacht Club.
Niagara County and the town of Newfane are proud to announce the installation of the Outer Harbor Breakwall, giving boaters a safer and more expanded harbor.

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