Holiday rentals with lake access in Chautauqua County

Forest Retreat, 90 miles to Niagara Falls.

Welcome to Forest Retreat! We are nestled in the hills of Western New York, 23 miles to Chautauqua Lake and 14 miles to Lily Dale. This unique home is near several wedding venues and the Earl Cardot Overland Trail, which is surrounded by 2,300 acres of state forest. We are located between 2 local ski resorts, and only 87 miles south of Niagara Falls State park. Relax by the fire, kayak, or fish in the 2 acre pond and just enjoy the scenery. We do require a signed waiver to utilize the pond.

50 ft to Beach-Lakeview |Hot Tub| Quiet & Relaxing

“Time wasted at the lake is time well spent.” Welcome to your cozy lakefront cottage. The perfect place to unwind, reset, and soak up the beauty of Lake Erie. You’ll enjoy stunning lake views throughout your stay. Just steps from a large, family-friendly beach. Looking to explore? Point Gratiot Park is just around the corner, literally steps from the front door. Rent bikes & cruise through scenic trails, the park also offers pavilions, playground, volleyball court, BBQ grills, & picnic areas.

House On Cedar Beach

Walk out of the house and walk on to Cedar Beach! Our house is the only one situated directly on a public beach in the City! It is located on the bicycle path, and is two blocks from the Dunkirk Lighthouse, as well as Point Gratiot Park. There are lake views from the living room, kitchen, sun room porch & 2nd floor master bedroom. There are cathedral ceilings on the entire 2nd floor. The sun porch has a seating area for 4, where you can have your morning coffee and gaze onto the beach & water!

Charming Lake Home In The Heart of Bemus Point

Come & enjoy this spacious living area & all the amenities of a home away from home. You'll be centered around all the fun that Lake Chautauqua has to offer. This home is w/in walking distance to the charming Village of Bemus Pt. which offers great dining, shopping, playground, golfing and so much more. The lake is within walking distance for boating, fishing or jet skiing. For winter enthusiasts, Bemus Point is at the heart of the best snowmobile trails & a short drive to ski resorts.

Blue Oar/Luxe Lakehouse/Chautauqua

Welcome to Blue Oar Lakehouse on Cassadaga Lakes! Luxe 4 Bed / 3 full Bath, with stunning views, private dock, and 75 ft beach. Spacious and light-filled, renovated 1925 Craftsman home, perfect for family or group getaways. Located in a quiet, year-round neighborhood just minutes from Lily Dale and The Red House. Dog-friendly. Kayaks, paddle boards, pedal boat, bikes, yard games, grill, firepit on lakefront. If booked, check out our sister property, Blue Canoe (2BR/1BA, right on the water!

Lotus Bay Cabin- all seasons oasis

*8-person stand alone hot tub open Dec.-April* *In-ground pool with spill over hot tub & pool house open May 1st, 2026* Winter, Spring is that you? A drink in the above ground hot tub (or pool & hot tub), meals in the fully stocked kitchen, movies on the spacious sectional, reading in the sunroom, bomb-fires under the dark sky & gorgeous sunsets, walks and seasonal swimming along Lake Erie…simply cannot go wrong! Wine country, beaches, ski resorts, Buffalo & Niagara Falls all nearby

Hidden Cove

Beautiful lakefront cottage on Findley Lake. Completely remodeled cozy one-bedroom cottage with two docks, 150 ft. of lake frontage, and boathouse. Tucked away on a quaint woodsy lot, you can enjoy breathtaking sunsets while relaxing around the firepit. Hidden Cove offers a one bedroom with a queen mattress and futon in the living room. The kitchen is fully stocked. Just a few miles from Peak n' Peek resort where you can enjoy skiing, cycling, ziplining, segway tours, and restaurants.

Kingfisher Point: Beautiful New Lakeside Home

This stylish new lake house was completed in September of 2022, and we are excited to open it to visitors to the Cassadaga Lake. Our home on Cassadaga Lake rests among the trees of an old growth forest adjacent to protected wetlands. Guests can enjoy the sun setting over the lake each evening from one of two porches facing the lake, or from the kayaks that are available to guests. And yes, Kingfishers are frequent visitors to the lakes as well! (No smoking and no pets allowed).

Peaceful waterfront paradise

Take it easy at this remodelled, well stocked, peaceful, family friendly, vacation spot. Fish, swim, kayak, golf, visit wineries or just watch nature. Located in Sunset Bay, a beautiful sandy beach on Lake Erie, 10 minute walk away. This is a beach community, during the summer it is very active, two beach bars in the bay. There are boat launches nearby. Trains pass nearby, which may disturb your sleep. This area is 40-50 min. drive to the Buffalo/Niagara Falls area.

Spacious Cottage With Lake View

Welcome to our lake house on the one and only Chautauqua Lake! Many of the reviews for this listing can speak for themselves - in short, you are guaranteed a cozy, lakefront experience perfect for travelers traveling in small or large groups. The house is located walking distance to the town’s main road with convenience stores, shopping, coffee shops, restaurants, local mall, parks, etc. The sunrise and sunset views from the back windows will leave you breath taken!

"Close to the Lake" House

The home is located just two blocks from the beach, a short drive to the SUNY Fredonia campus and within the Chautauqua wine trail. You will find it is very clean, well maintained, well stocked and provides a private backyard with covered porch. This is a great location for anyone who wishes to visit the campus, enjoy Lake Erie, explore Chautauqua County or coming into town to visit family. Ideal for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers and families.

Sunset Lake Cabin

Newly Renovated! The Sunset Lake Cabin is a beautiful chalet style cabin on a beautiful piece of lakefront property and nestled in the woods. It has a little bit of everything, towering pine trees, amazing lake views and a very quiet relaxing atmosphere. Natural beautiful wood throughout. You’ll think you’re in Napa Valley. Open floor plan sleeping with loft bunks overlooking two story stone fireplace and antler chandelier. Open floor plan sleeps 10.