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5 Acre Lakefront Beauty Featured in Lake Erie Living Magazine

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The Cottage with enclosed front porch and expansive back deck

The Cottage with enclosed front porch and expansive back deck Beautiful and modern kitchen with open dining area attached Eat-in kitchen - table expands and comfortably seats six Living Room Queen bedroom - this is larger of the three Full bedroom Full bedroom The front porch provides a serene and cozy place to relax rain or shine Spacious rear deck with lake view - smaller 2nd story veranda The beautiful relaxing view during your stay! Large side yard - great for playing bocce, croquette or chasing fire flies! The very relaxing hammock! The path to the beach This is the foot of our path at the beach - a bit tucked away. The beach can change overnight - sometimes rockier, sometimes less beach Our Lake Erie sunsets rival those of Key West!!

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Last updated: 05/23/2013
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Get away from it all at a charming Lake Erie retreat located 25 miles West of Erie, PA and 7 miles East of Conneaut, OH. Nestled on five private wooded acres with 365 feet of private beach, the cottage offers a fun-filled and relaxing get-a-way for any type of vacationer.

This 3 bedroom home is available year round. The property is bordered by Lake Erie to the North, Raccoon Creek to the East and to the South and West, the largest tract of undeveloped land on the South Shore of Lake Erie, the Pennsylvania State Gamelands/David M Roderick Wildlife Reserve. The new Lake Erie Bluff's park is also very near by.

Historical property built around 1909 as the Superintendent's house for the Elmwood Home for Boys. The cottage was renovated in 1999. The first floor has a spacious modern kitchen stocked with all equipment to prepare any meal. The living room has a stone, wood burning fireplace to make any night feel cozy. A very large deck on the back is the perfect place to relax, listen to the waves, see the boats go by and watch the hummingbirds dart around the feeder. If the weather turns, the enclosed front porch allows you to take in the beauty.

The second floor has 3 bedrooms. One Queen and 2 Double Beds. The bathroom was also gutted and fully renovated in 1999. Garden style tub.

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Nearby: Wineries, Covered Bridges of Ashtabula County, Geneva on the Lake, Presque Isle State Park, Tom Ridge Center, The White Turkey Drive-In, Peggy Gray Candies, Waldameer Amusement Park, Splash Lagoon, The Brig Niagara, Pymatuning Lake (where the ducks walk on the fish's backs), Amish country, Camp Lambec, Camp Fitch, Camp Sherwin, Camp Eriez, Charter Fishing in Conneaut or Erie (no cleaning fish at the cottage), Pizzi Pizza, Tasty Twist, Conneaut Lake Park, Golfing (Over Lake is very nice and nearby), Sea Kayaking, Canoeing (Grand River and Elk Creek are a short drive), jet skiing, Scuba Diving (yes, in Lake Erie!), Morel mushroom hunting, disc golf ...

Relaxing: The environment simply lures you into leaving your stresses behind. Read a book while relaxing in the hammock. Take the time for incredible sunsets.

Badminton, horseshoes and bocce balls are all provided. The large side yard is a great place to play catch.

Hiking: Over 4000 acres of State game lands are just outside your front door.

Boating: The cottage has plenty of room to park your boat. Smaller boats can be launched next door at Raccoon Creek Park. Larger boats will need to go to Conneaut, Elk Creek, or other nearby ramps.

Swimming: On your own private beach. Build a fire on the beach and cook a hot dog or roast a marshmallow. There is almost always drift wood to keep the fire going.

Hunting: Deer, turkey, dove and much more bring the hunters in from all over the world.

Birding: At least 50 species of bird nest here. Bald Eagles, Mississippi Kites, Peregrine Falcons are all sighted during migration. Late August and early September brings Monarch butterflies on their way to Mexico. King rail, black tern, least bittern, great egret, yellow crowned night heron and the common tern are others the avid birder has a chance of seeing. Recently spotted Scarlet Tanager and Rose Breasted Grosbeak.

Fishing: Either from the shore, along Raccoon Creek, or nearby Elk and Walnut Creeks, your own boat or chartering in Conneuat or Erie. Walleye, Trout, Perch and many other species. Ice Fishing in Presque Isle bay is a popular winter sport. *NO CLEANING FISH AT THE COTTAGE*

Biking: The lightly traveled roads make for great rides, from leisurely to hard core. Check out Old Lake Road west of the OH/PA line, its awesome!

Golfing, Sailing, Exploring ...




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Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Minimum Age Limit For Renters:

            Require Driver's License of signing renter. No rentals to singles under 25 years of age without adult parent or guardian....morecollapse

          • Pets Not Allowed:

            ANY REPORTS OF PETS ON PREMISES DURING STAY WILL RESULT IN COMPLETE SURRENDER OF DEPOSIT. NO EXCEPTIONS....morecollapse

          • Non Smoking Only

          Bedrooms

          • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
          • Bedroom 1
          • Bedroom 2
          • Bedroom 3
          • Details:

            Queen size Beds (1) New mattress 2011, Double Beds (2) New mattresses 2010...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 1.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Electric fry pan, large coffee urn, two regular coffee pots, toaster oven, toaster, crock pot. Misc serving ware. Numerous utensils....morecollapse

          • Refrigerator:

            Standard size - new in 2010 with freezer on bottom!...morecollapse

          Amenities

          • Linens Provided:

            No laundry service - if you are a large family for a week stay, you may want to bring some of your own towels or plan a trip to the laundromat....morecollapse

          • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:

            Must be cleared with owner first. Please no more than 6 guests using home amenities (bathroom/shower)....morecollapse

          • Wood Fireplace:

            Original stone fireplace. Please bring your own wood. Fireplace must be cleaned if used....morecollapse

          • Air Conditioning:

            New in 2012 - Central A/C!!!!...morecollapse

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                Multiple Board Games and Cards, Yard games, Hammock, 2 Adult Bicycles, one youth. Washers game, badminton, horse shoes, croquet, Bocci....morecollapse

              Entertainment

              • Music Library:

                Unique. Lots of good old vinyl here. 80's and earlier. Please respect the collection ... some of it has walked out the door! Stereo is a very old stereo/phono combo - no iphone plug in. There is also a boom box to play CD's....morecollapse

              • Television:

                32' flat screen with hdtv antenna. 2nd TV upstairs with built in DVD player - DVD playing only, no reception. Great if kids want to watch a movie!...morecollapse

              • Video Library:

                Miscellaneous movies including childrens...morecollapse

              • DVD Player
              • Stereo
              • VCR
              • CD Player

              Communications

              • Wireless Internet:

                Due to the minimal IT support of Windstream in this area, while we do have wi-fi, it is not uncommon to be down. It will sometimes require you to reboot the wi-fi for access....morecollapse

              • Telephone:

                Cell phones are not dependable at the cottage. No long distance service provided. Please bring a calling card....morecollapse

              Outdoor Features

              • Deck / Patio:

                Very roomy - custom deck tables that allow movement along the rail to suit your needs. Three smaller tables, or put together for one large table. There is a sun umbrella to help shade you from the hot afternoon sun while eating al fresco on the patio....morecollapse

              • Outdoor Grill

              Location & View

              • Lakefront:

                Foot path direct to lake and sandy beach from property. **Note: considered steep for some. Can also access beach through Racoon Creek park directly to the east....morecollapse

              • Beach View:

                Can see lake from the home. Can watch boats go by and bald eagles cruise the beach. Search us on Facebook at 'cottage on lake erie' for views of the lake....morecollapse

              • Beachfront:

                Home sits on a bluff over Lake Erie. Trail down to private beach. Not 'community private', we literally own 365' of beach....morecollapse

              • Water View

              Activities

              • Theme Parks
              • Fly Fishing
              • Freshwater Fishing
              • Hunting Small Game
              • Cross Country Skiing
              • Fishing
              • Kayaking
              • Swimming
              • Sailing
              • Golf
              • Hiking
              • Jet Skiing
              • Skiing
              • Snowmobiling
              • Wind-Surfing
              • Mountain Biking
              • Hunting
              • Snorkeling/Diving
              • Medical Services
              • Snowboarding
              • Laundromat
              • Groceries
              • Live Theater
              • Restaurants
              • Museums
              • Zoo
              • Cinemas
              • Boating
              • Sledding
              • Shopping
              • Horseshoes
              • Wildlife Viewing
              • Sight Seeing
              • Antiquing
              • Beachcombing
              • Bird Watching
              • Scenic Drives
              • Walking
              • ATM/Bank
              • Hospital
              • Cycling

              Other Activities

                  • Details:

                    Charter Boat Fishing is available in Conneaut and Erie. Local Guides Available as Well. No Cleaning Fish at the Cottage. 45 minutes to Peak N Peak Ski Resort, Not much farther to Holiday Valley Ski Resort. Property is across from 4,000 acres of Pennsylvania State Game Lands. Near Presque Isle, Waldameer Park and Splash Lagoon....morecollapse

                   

                  Reviews

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                  • Property 243536

                    Property 243536

                    • Guest Rick
                    • Date of stay 03/24/13
                    • Review Submitted 03/28/13
                    The cottage was wonderful, close to everything and secluded. My wife and I would go back tomorrow.

                    Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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                  • mistnetter

                    mistnetter

                    • Guest petunia
                    • Date of stay 10/19/12
                    • Review Submitted 11/28/12
                    3 couples in their 50s spent an extending weekend at this cottage soaking in the last of the Autumn scenery and enjoying the beautiful surroundings. We spent a good portion of our time outside, walking along the beach and through the leaves lining the roadway. We loved the massive old trees in the backyard. The accomodations were clean and accurately portrayed in the listing. The kitchen was well supplied with cooking utensils. We loved listening to the oldies on the record player. For us there were no negatives although we did try to connect to the internet but without success (which didnt matter much to us!) The owners were very responsive to our requests. We would, without hesitation, recommend this rental to anyone looking for a place to truly get away from it all!

                    Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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                  • Erie Getaway

                    Erie Getaway

                    • Guest maggie
                    • Date of stay 11/07/12
                    • Review Submitted 11/14/12
                    Great location and very well supplied house. Thank you to Rick and Diane for making your home available to us.

                    Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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                  • Everything we could have asked for and then some!

                    Everything we could have asked for and then some!

                    • Guest Eric
                    • Date of stay 07/28/12
                    • Review Submitted 09/22/12
                    All the pictures on this site accurately depict the cottage. What it cannot show is its quaintness, cleanliness, and all the amenities that are provided. The kitchen is well equipped to cook or bake any type of meal and is user friendly. It was hard to decide whether to sit on the deck and take in the beautiful view of the lake or snuggle up on the screened in porch with some coffee and a good book. The owner actually called us during our stay to make sure that everything was to our liking. We are actually are planning to rent the cottage again. Definitely recommend

                    Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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                  • Amazing and relaxing week.

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                    Amazing and relaxing week.

                    • Guest Matt, Maggie and Megan.
                    • Date of stay 08/12/12
                    • Review Submitted 09/02/12
                    What an amazing and relaxing week at the cottage. Sunday night when we arrived we began to realize exactly how lucky we were to be able to call this home for an entire week. This house has everything we imagined and more. We spent many evening on the back porch watching the sun set with the lake as the back drop. What an awesome view! The humming birds were very entertaining with their antics. We saw wildlife everywhere (something we miss tremendously having grown up in the country but don't get where we currently live). Three types of catepillars, frogs, many types of birds, deer, rabbits, woodchucks, and a day we got lucky enough to watch bald eagles "fish" at racoon park next door. We were able to make it down to the water every day and found "treasures" galore. (special rocks, shells and beach glass). One of the days we were here we made a day trip to Cleveland Zoo and when we got back Megan renamed your woods and path to the beach "The Jungle". We went to the jungle often! :) I know tomorrow when we have to leave my daughter is really going to miss being able to see the water from here. She's not the only one! Thank you for sharing your amazing special place. May God continue to bless this cottage. Love and God Bless

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                  • Quaint and Historic.

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                    Quaint and Historic.

                    • Guest Leah, Nina, Stacia and Robert.
                    • Date of stay 07/26/12
                    • Review Submitted 09/02/12
                    Rick and Dianne: Arrived at your quaint and historic cottage on Monday. Welcomed by hummingbirds and hospitably arranged home to the delight of all in our family. Enjoyed relaxing drinks on the deck in the evenings, day trips to Presque isle and Niagra Falls were terrific. Dinner down the road at Alto Cucina was wonderful. Grilled out everyday, visited the beach to skip rocks and explore with our girls. Visited one time by a friendly skunk. We were surprised and excited that every day was different on the lake. Day 1 was rough and a bit murky. Day two was clear and breezy with waves crashing so loudly we could hear it all night. Day 3 like glass. It was terriffic. You clearly love this cottage; thanks for sharing it.

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                  • A great weekend trip

                    A great weekend trip

                    • Guest Anna
                    • Date of stay 07/14/12
                    • Review Submitted 07/23/12
                    The cottage was clean, well maintained, and comfortable. The kitchen was awesome!!! It was huge and had everything we could have possibly needed! The deck out back was great! We spend most of our time out there. The beach was not great, it was very smelly. But this was mainly due to the dry summer and completely out of the control of the cottage owners. Over all, we had a lovely trip and wouldn't hesitate to recommand it to others looking for a quiet get away.

                    Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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                  • Everything it says

                    Everything it says

                    • Guest Bub&Pieya
                    • Date of stay 06/17/12
                    • Review Submitted 07/10/12
                    Was the listing description accurate regarding the location? Yes Did the listing photos accurately reflect the rental’s appearance and amenities? Yes Was the property clean and well-maintained? Yes Was the owner helpful in answering your questions or concerns? Yes, but no bathroom blinds. What nearby activities, attractions and restaurants would you recommend? Fishing, biking, swimming, boating, etc.

                    Owner response: In the second floor bathroom that overlooks the woods there are curtains and always have been. No other renters have addressed this as a concern.

                    Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                  • Great Place, Great Stay

                    Great Place, Great Stay

                    • Guest Bob
                    • Date of stay 06/11/12
                    • Review Submitted 06/24/12
                    The cottage was in excellent condition. It’s been well maintained, with modern plumbing, lighting, and amenities. The gas grill on the deck was wonderful, and we used it most of the days we were there. The view from the deck is great—you can actually see Lake Erie through a partial clearing in the woods. Privacy is excellent—the cottage sits on a very large wooded area (I won’t call it a lot because the patch of woods is very large). Access to Lake Erie can be had by a (steep at parts) trail on the property which is fine for kids and able-bodied adults, or by walking just down the road to the adjacent park (access for anyone). The hummingbirds were constantly visiting both of the feeders and were a joy to watch. There was lots of other wildlife too. There’s also a screened front porch, which is great for winding down at night before bed. The fire pit is a very short and easy walk for anyone to access. There’s a metal bench and other seating around the pit. My wife had relatives in the area with lots of kids, and we all had a blast roasting marshmallows in the fire pit. The first day we were there, the phone had some issues. The next morning the repairman quickly got it all working. Other than that, everything worked fine. The DSL speeds were not fast enough for our 14 year old son (which was just fine with us, because he ended up spending his time doing other stuff). The cottage is on well water, and the owner recommends bottled water. The nearest grocery store is around 15-20 minutes away, so plan accordingly—stop by there on the way to the cottage and grab a few things (including bottled water) so you have enough to get you through the first night and breakfast. One concern we had was the options of payment: Paypal and check (no credit cards). We no longer (and never again will) have a Paypal account. We were nervous about paying by check, but it ended up not being any problem at all. Our stay was excellent. Our security deposit was returned very promptly (refund check arrived in a week). So in the end, our concerns were about nothing. As I reflect back upon writing this review, this place was great. It’s among the top 2 places we’ve ever stayed. I can’t imagine anyone not really enjoying their stay here. It’s beautiful, secluded, peaceful, fun, relaxing, wonderful. It’s a piece of Pennsylvania history too (but it’s in such great shape, you’d never know it was as old as it is). We would highly recommend it.

                    Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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                  • Exactly what the doctor ordered

                    Exactly what the doctor ordered

                    • Guest Kate
                    • Date of stay 05/03/12
                    • Review Submitted 06/19/12
                    Dianne and Rick: Three sisters from Pittsburgh spent a glorious weekend at the lovely Cottage at Lake Erie. We wanted to thank you both for providing accommodations that left us wanting for nothing. We had absolutely no worries, which allowed us to relax fully and completely. The short stay at the cottage gave us the much needed opportunity to "Hoover the Brain" (an expression learned on a visit to Ireland). We thank you so much for sharing your oasis on the Great Lake. We would love to come back and spend more time there and will definitely try and make that happen.

                    Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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                  May 16 - June 15*      $1295/wk  $215/night  $225/weekend night (EARLY SEASON)
                  June 16 - Sept 15**    $1575/wk  $260/night  $270/weekend night (SEASON)
                  Sept 16 - Nov 15*      $1295/wk  $215/night  $225/weekend night (LATE SEASON)
                  Nov 16 - May 15*       $ 700/wk  $130/night  $160/weekend night (OFF SEASON)
                  Memorial, July 4, Labor Day** $1750/wk  $300/night  $350/weekend ni(HOLIDAY WEEKS)
                  * 2 Nights Min EARLY/LATE/OFF SEASON  ** 3 Nights Min SEASON
                  SIX PERSON MAXIMUM  ***NO PETS***  ***NO SMOKING***
                  $500 Security Deposit  6% PA Sales Tax applies
                  

                  Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


                  This owner accepts: Credit cards.
                  Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.

                   

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                  Last updated: 05/23/2013
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                  Owner info

                  Year Purchased: 2008

                  About the owner: Taken at Raccoon Creek park located next door to the cottage. The cottage is a magical spot to create wonderful memories.

                  Why the Owner Chose Erie:
                  The land has been owned by the family since the Mid 50's. After the Elmwood Home closed, there were two other owners of the surrounding property. I believe one used it to harvest timber, the other gutted what was remaining of the Elmwood home and had the buildings torn down. In the mid 50's, my grandfather, James Evans of Girard, and partners purchased 200 acres including what is now Raccoon park. The cottage was rented to Micheal Obrien, a good tenant whom they sold the cottage to. He raised his family there and lived there until sold back to the family in 1987 when he died. In 1970 the partners sold the acreage of what is now Raccoon Park and kept four 2.5 acre plots west of Raccoon Creek along the lake. Two of those 2.5 acre lots is what the cottage sits on. . It is our piece of paradise all year round and a big piece of our heart and family history.

                  The Unique Benefits at this House:
                  Hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, kayaking, fires on the beach, watching incredible sunsets, visiting nearby wineries, spending quality time with family.


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                  • Secondary: 513-368-2854 Business phone - leave message

                   

                  Photos

                  • The Cottage with enclosed front porch and expansive back deck

                    The Cottage with enclosed front porch and expansive back deck

                  • Eat-in kitchen - table expands and comfortably seats six

                    Eat-in kitchen - table expands and comfortably seats six

                  • Queen bedroom - this is larger of the three

                    Queen bedroom - this is larger of the three

                  • Full bedroom

                    Full bedroom

                  • Spacious rear deck with lake view - smaller 2nd story veranda

                    Spacious rear deck with lake view - smaller 2nd story veranda

                  • Large side yard - great for playing bocce, croquette or chasing fire flies!

                    Large side yard - great for playing bocce, croquette or chasing fire flies!

                  • The path to the beach

                    The path to the beach

                  • The beach can change overnight - sometimes rockier, sometimes less beach

                    The beach can change overnight - sometimes rockier, sometimes less beach

                  • Beautiful and modern kitchen with open dining area attached

                    Beautiful and modern kitchen with open dining area attached

                  • Living Room

                    Living Room

                  • Full bedroom

                    Full bedroom

                  • The front porch provides a serene and cozy place to relax rain or shine

                    The front porch provides a serene and cozy place to relax rain or shine

                  • The beautiful relaxing view during your stay!

                    The beautiful relaxing view during your stay!

                  • The very relaxing hammock!

                    The very relaxing hammock!

                  • This is the foot of our path at the beach - a bit tucked away.

                    This is the foot of our path at the beach - a bit tucked away.

                  • Our Lake Erie sunsets rival those of Key West!!

                    Our Lake Erie sunsets rival those of Key West!!

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