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5 Acre Lakefront Beauty as Seen in Lake Erie Living Mag.

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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!! A freighter passing the cottage in Fall 2014. From east side of cottage in Fall 2014, this shows the edge of deck and the view

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  • Minimum stay:2-5 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets considered:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:N/A

Property description



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 are now a common site, 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

Meals

  • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

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....moreless

  • Non Smoking Only
  • Pets Not Allowed:

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

Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6

Bathrooms: 1 Bathroom

Other Amenities

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

Entertainment

  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • 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....moreless

  • Stereo
  • 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!...moreless

  • VCR
  • Video Library:

    Miscellaneous movies including childrens...moreless

Attractions

  • Cinemas
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Restaurants
  • Theme Parks
  • Zoo

Local Services & Businesses

  • ATM/Bank
  • Groceries
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat
  • Medical Services

Leisure Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Beachcombing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Horseshoes
  • Scenic Drives
  • Shopping
  • Sight Seeing
  • Sledding
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

  • 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....moreless

  • Beachfront:

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

  • 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....moreless

  • Water View

Sports & Adventure Activities

  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Sailing
  • Skiing
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Swimming
  • Wind-Surfing

Dining

  • Dining Area

General

  • Air Conditioning:

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

  • 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....moreless

  • Parking Off Street:

    Plenty of parking available...moreless

  • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:

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

  • Telephone:

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

  • 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....moreless

  • Wood Fireplace:

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

Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker:

    Traditional and keurig. ...moreless

  • Cooking Utensils:

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

  • Refrigerator:

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

Outside

  • Balcony:

    Off landing of staircase on second floor....moreless

  • Bicycles:

    There are 4 bikes, 3 adult and one kids in the basement for your use. ...moreless

  • 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....moreless

  • Outdoor Grill
 

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
Dates Nightly Weekend Night Weekly Monthly * Event
Fall 2016
Sep 7 - Oct 31, 2016
2 night min stay 		$155 $175
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $875
Early Winter 2016
Nov 1 - Nov 22, 2016
2 night min stay 		$139 $160
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $750
Thanksgiving 2016
Nov 23 - Nov 30, 2016
3 night min stay 		$175
December 2016
Dec 1 - Dec 22, 2016
2 night min stay 		$139 $160
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $750
Christmas/New Year 2016
Dec 23 - Jan 2, 2017
3 night min stay 		$189
$1,100
Jan/Feb 2017
Jan 3 - Feb 28, 2017
2 night min stay 		$139 $160
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $750
March 2017
Mar 1 - Mar 31, 2017
2 night min stay 		$150 $170
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $850
Early Season 2017
Apr 1 - May 25, 2017
2 night min stay 		$155 $179
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $900
Memorial Day 2017
May 26 - May 31, 2017
4 night min stay 		$220 $240
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun		 $1,200
Early Summer 2017
Jun 1 - Jun 30, 2017
3 night min stay 		$235 $250
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $1,300
July 4 2017
Jul 1 - Jul 8, 2017
5 night min stay 		$285 $300
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $1,775
Summer 2017
Jul 9 - Aug 31, 2017
3 night min stay 		$265 $300
Thu, Fri, Sat		 $1,600
My Standard Rate
2 night min stay 		$149
$900 $2,500
* Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

  • Refundable Damage Deposit $500
  • Tax Rate 6%

Owner's cancellation policy:

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.

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Location

Car: Recommended

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.

 

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 East Springfield, PA, USA:
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 1965 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.

Contact us

Speaks: english

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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

  • A freighter passing the cottage in Fall 2014.

    A freighter passing the cottage in Fall 2014.

  • 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!!

  • From east side of cottage in Fall 2014, this shows the edge of deck and the view

    From east side of cottage in Fall 2014, this shows the edge of deck and the view

VRBO #243536

This listing was first published here in 2009.

Date last modified - Monday, September 26, 2016

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