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LAKE Getaway w GREAT VIEWS + dock+ fire pit + BBQ

Lakefront cottage in Mayville with kitchen

View from backyard to Chautauqua Lake with picnic table, dock, fire-pit and lawn chairs

View of big window to the CHQ Lake with its beautiful bird life and docks.

The stairway to the entry door of the white WoodFisher cottage.

Laundry room with washer, dryer, two cabinets and cleaning supplies.

View of kitchen cabinets and breakfast table with pathway to living area.

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61008 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Washer

Explore the area

Mayville, NY

Place, Chautauqua Belle Steamboat
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Chautauqua Institution
‪6 min drive‬
Place, Chautauqua Amphitheater
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)
‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

LAKE Getaway w GREAT VIEWS + dock+ fire pit + BBQ

This charming clean cottage is only footsteps away from the Chautauqua lake and your private dock. This vacation rental is comfortable for 4 (6 guests possible) and pets or as a Home-Office. You will enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee. Observe birds, enjoy fishing, swim, kayak or stoke up the fire pit. It is your time to relax because the cottage is close to the marina, restaurants, shops, markets, ice-cream bar, Chautauqua institution, national comedy center and the Putt putt.

Our spacious living room offers an expansive view of Chautauqua Lake, welcoming the morning sun directly across the water for breathtaking vistas. Guests enjoy complimentary access to all amenities, including a selection of books, games, and to entertain during downtime indoors.

Need extra sleeping space? We provide two additional fold-out beds (single) to accommodate your needs seamlessly (max 6 guests)

Follow Route NY-394 to Mayville to 136 West Lake Road. Close to the Marina and opposite of the Motel and the Putt putt you will find the #136B.

You access the WoodFisher cottage on 136B W Lake Rd via the footpath on the right side of the top (red) cottage.

Sometimes we will be on the lake as well to enjoy the nature`s beauty and relax. If we come over to do some landscaping or maintenance we will let you know in advance.

You can meet us in person or contact us via phone or email and we will help you to make your stay memorable.

Everything is really close:

Walking distance from marina, boat/kajak/canoo rentals, restaurants, farmers market, putt putt, town park & The Floating Concert. Just a few miles from shops with local tasty products, two miles from the Chautauqua Institution, 15 minutes from the National Comedy Center. Musky hatchery minutes away. Art-galleries, Bemus Point, Southern Tier Brewery a couple miles away. On a major bicycle route 17. Enjoy a ride on the Chautauqua Belle Steamboat a block away.

You will feel safe in this quiet neighbourhood.

There are up to 3 parking spaces for you, 1 is on the left of the driveway of 136A WLake Rd.. Please see the detailed information in the Welcome Guide.

Your trailer can be stored for free at the harbor where you can also launch your boat. However, the trailer must always be attached to a car. You can park your trailer at Chautauqua Marina for $10 per night. Please let Lou know that you are staying at Jim Kelleher’s cottage.

Bicycles can be locked at the sign pole or in the backyard (bring your own lock)

The access to the yard and shared dock is via the wooden stairway.

Boats up to 25ft can be tied at our dock.

You can have great motorcycle or bike rides from the cottage in the summer to explore the area, and in the Winter you can snowmobile right from the cottage to the trails and have fun.

The parking space, dock, and portions of the garden are shared with our second cottage on the property.

Two stairways with handrails lead down from the driveway and red cottage to the WoodFisher cottage, providing safe and convenient access to the lakefront.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mayville

Located in Mayville, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chautauqua Lake and Lake Erie, while Chautauqua Amphitheater and McClurg Museum are cultural highlights. Chautauqua Belle Steamboat and Chautauqua Bookstore are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

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Mayville, NY

What's nearby

Chautauqua Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Chautauqua Belle Steamboat - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Chautauqua Institution - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
Chautauqua Golf Club - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
Chautauqua Amphitheater - 7 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Andriaccio's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Big Inlet Brewing - ‬6 min drive
‪The Lakeview Hotel - ‬13 min walk
‪Mayville VFW Post 8647 - ‬5 min walk
‪The Lakeview Restaurant Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE Getaway w GREAT VIEWS + dock+ fire pit + BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at LAKE Getaway w GREAT VIEWS + dock+ fire pit + BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKE Getaway w GREAT VIEWS + dock+ fire pit + BBQ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKE Getaway w GREAT VIEWS + dock+ fire pit + BBQ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Chautauqua Lake and Chautauqua Belle Steamboat. Chautauqua Bookstore and Chautauqua Institution are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

7 Jun, 2024

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

Beautiful lakefront cottage.

Amenities provided as stated were very helpful. Beautiful views from inside and out. Would rent again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

3 Jun, 2024

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

View

It’s a beautiful location on the lake. We enjoyed the kayaks and fishing pole provided by the host

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon t., Pittsburgh, PA 15210

12 Jun, 2020

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

GREAT GET-A-WAY TO CHAUTAUQUA!

One of our favorite places to stay while fishing on the lake. Jim and Ulrike are the best hosts. Spacious rooms, clean and fresh. The view of the lake is amazing. Highly recommend and we will be back. Sharon & Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Loree P.

3 Jun, 2023

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

Lovely cottage and property.

My two sisters and I enjoyed our 3 night stay in this cottage right on the lake. From early morning sunrises, late morning coffees, evening wine, and after dark boat lights, the lake views were beautiful. The cottage was clean, comfortable, and fully equipped. Restaurants and stores were within walking distance as well as a short drive away. The owners were welcoming and ensured that we had all that we needed during our stay. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne & David K.

10 May, 2021

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

Delightful Getaway!!

Ulrike and Jim were very easy and enjoyable to work with.. Appreciated the cleanliness of the cottage.. Thoroughly enjoyed the gift basket and the detailed list of places to shop, tour, eat, visit.. The Luci Desi Museum is a must as is the Audobon Nature Center.. Check out the Marmaduke Statue, too.. Andriaccio’s, Stedman’s Corners, Haff Acres Farm, VFW, and Lighthouse Grocery Store are also a must to dine/shop.. Same goes for Johnson Estate Winery and Brix21.. Thanks for an awesome two weeks!

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

10 Oct, 2019

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

Nice view

The view is lovely and the location is convenient. The house was clean and kitchen had basic cookware. I would suggest bringing your own sheets and towels as those provided were too thin and dingy. Also if over 6 ft tall take note that the ceilings are rather low in the bathroom and door-frames. So you may find it challenging to maneuver those areas.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

sharon t., Pittsburgh, PA 15210

4 Oct, 2019

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

EXCELLENT CABIN!

Thank you for a wonderful couple of days at your lovely cabin! The place was so very fresh and clean. We appreciated that you provided the linens and towels. Kitchen very clean and all in working order. The view from the front window was amazing! Everything you could possible want/need in a lakeside cabin. Having the boat dock was perfect for our fishing boat. We will be sure to come back again. Spacious rooms and simple furnishing, just what we like. We also liked hanging outside in the back yard in the evening. Sharon and Paul from Pittsburgh, PA.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary D., Twinsburg, Ohio

5 Aug, 2019

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

Perfect lake house retreat

This house was exactly what we were looking for. The location is great, being across the street from Putt-Putt golf and next to the marina. We brought our boat and found the dock to work well to tie off to as well as sit at the end and watch boats go by. The house was very cute and well stocked with everything we needed from dishes and cooking supplies to towels and toilet paper. We did not use the air conditioner because there were so many windows and the lake breeze was wonderful. The furniture and beds were comfortable and the house was very clean. The table and grill in the yard were used for many meals and the fire pit was a great place to make s’mores and listen to the concerts happening at the amphitheater down the street. The view from the living room is spectacular. We loved our stay and look forward to returning next summer!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

10 Apr, 2024

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

Lovely Lake House Eclipse Trip

This home is wonderful. As advertised, right on the lake with some of the most beautiful sunrises you’ve ever seen. Large windows allow you to enjoy the view from the living room or master bedroom. The home was more spacious than I imagined from photos. It is decorated with a tasteful nautical theme, making the house feel welcoming and comfortable. There are parks, trail heads, & stores within walking distance of the home. We didn’t spend a lot of time in front of the TV but it was nice and the Wi-Fi was responsive. Did I mention the view? TV can’t compare. It was the little touches which showed Jim and Ulrike really care about their guests’ experience. The eat in kitchen is well equipped; the cabinets are labeled to allow you find what you need quickly so you can get back to enjoying the lake. Organization flows through the home with labeled closets & cabinets full of extra blankets (indoor, outdoor, & pet) towels, board games, cards, toys for the lake, even fishing poles & grill tools. There is a fire ring just far enough from the lake to stay dry. There were kayaks & life jackets, but early April is a bit cool for water sports with my crew. We were there for the solar eclipse & got to meet the hosts while they viewed the event from a neighbor’s home. After meeting them, I am certain the dozens of the tiny details I noticed were all intentional to ensure their guests have the best trip possible. I wish I lived closer so I could book with Jim & Ulrike more often.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine C.

20 Sept, 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous views

The location was exquisite. The only reason I gave a lower score was the rugs. While I deeply deeply appreciate somewhere that accepts dogs, the carpet was so stained and dirty. Yellow stains everywhere from other peoples animals. May I suggest pulling the carpet up and putting tile down? But again the location and the views were DYNAMITE!!

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L., Hamburg, NY 14075

26 Jun, 2023

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

Wonderful Woodfisher Cottage

Cottage was wonderful, the lake was beautiful and views spectacular. Cottage was clean and filled with all the amenities and items you would need. King size bed was soo comfortable. Great place to stay - we loved every minute there♥️

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike V., Geneva, Ohio

29 Nov, 2021

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

Wonderful winter stay

The property was very nice and well stocked. We went in the winter so we were happy to see that the cottage was well heated and we were comfortable the entire time. The owners checked on when we arrived to be sure everything was in good order and responded quickly to a question I had. It is very much like the listing describes and you are right on the water. We had some good lake effect snows while we were there so we didn’t spend too much time outside, but I imagine that it is a lot of fun in the summer. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Oct, 2021

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

Perfect Experience

This place was perfect. We had family over for a bon-fire and cook out every evening. I was able to tie up a rental pontoon boat to the dock just 50 feet from the back door. I would not recommend this cottage to anyone with vertigo or balance issues as the floors are a bit sloped.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe V.

28 Sept, 2021

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

Charming cottage with a million dollar view

We enjoyed our stay at this cottage, from the welcome basket to the last day. It is well equipped and extremely comfortable. We are not boating people, but we loved being right on the lake and enjoyed the view from the large picture window! We would definitely come back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carina D.

18 Sept, 2021

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

Such a relaxing visit

This stay was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable I've ever had. The lake view was so enjoyable and we had such a fun time just fishing off the dock and hanging by the fire pit. The owners stopped by and were very friendly and super nice to talk to. We also decided to take a drive around the full lake to explore all that is up at Lake Chautaqua and that was a beautiful relaxing drive too. The park was in close proximity so we could take the dogs for daily walks. Very convenient area and accessible to a few stores/ restaurants. Definitely would love to return ASAP!!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Linda H.

29 May, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fishing cottage

House was dated but had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Parking situation was not ideal especially if you have a boat trailer and an extra car. Dock was nice but no electric to charge boat. We used long extension cords. Owners were very easy to communicate with.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

sharon t., Pittsburgh, PA 15210

23 Sept, 2020

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

GREAT CLEAN AND SPACIOUS COTTAGE!

We always enjoy our stay at this Woodfisher cottage. Perfect location directly on the lake with a dock for our boat. The hosts are wonderful and the place is always clean! See you again next year. Paul and Sharon - Pittsburgh, Pa

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

23 Sept, 2020

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

Amazing Lake House

We had an amazing weekend on Chautauqua Lake. The house had everything we needed and some! The views were amazing and the yard and dock made our experience so memorable. I would love to come back again. The owners were very quick at responding, and helpful!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

5 Sept, 2020

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

Amazing View

We had an amazing stay at the house! Jim and Ulrike were amazing and the response time at reaching them were great! The cottage and kitchen is fully stocked with everything you may need. The set up of the cottage made it very spacious and definitely couldn’t beat the views from the living room, bedroom and of course the yard and dock. We would love to stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

10 Jun, 2020

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

Nice!

We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

24 Sept, 2019

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

beautiful sunrises

Very clean and very nice people:)

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Aug, 2019

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

Definitely returning

My Wi-Fi I couldn't have enjoyed the property more. The proximity to Lake, the beautiful sunsets and sunrises all breathtaking. Jimand Ulrike were fabulous hosts. We were Fortunate enough to meet them during our stay. What a pleasure we can't wait to return. Only thing that could have been better was my luck at fishing:)

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

7 Aug, 2019

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

The VIew!!!!

Beautiful view of the lake! Great little lake cottage, good location across the street from mini golf, ice cream and candy shoppe. We had fun fishing on the dock. We had a wonderful stay and the house was very clean. The owners were helpful attentive.

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Ulrike Kelleher

Jim has spent nearly his entire life in the Buffalo area, and now resides in Hamburg. Ulrike has lived in Germany and Switzerland before moving to Hamburg NY. As avid world travelers, we cherish returning home to enjoy all four seasons. Like everyone else, we value quality time after busy workdays and weekends. Our passions include woodworking, cooking, sewing, exploring various creative pursuits, and immersing ourselves in the beauty of nature. Our lake house showcases our signature crafts throughout, reflecting our love for craftsmanship and creativity.

Why they chose this property

As a child and teenager, Jim spent many vacations with his family on this lake, fishing and swimming. He always dreamed of owning a cottage on this beautiful lake—a dream that has now become a reality. This property represents the perfect location for our family to live for generations to come, offering an ideal setting for both summer and winter stays. It's a place where we can fish, savor sunrises and sunsets, immerse ourselves in culture, host and cook for friends and families, and find inspiration for writing or sewing in this serene and peaceful area.

What makes this property unique

The cottage with unique touches exudes a cozy atmosphere. Comfort is paramount to us, and every detail—from the well-equipped kitchen to amenities, games, USB plugs, books, and creative boxes—is designed for ease and enjoyment. Your relaxation begins the moment you arrive.