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DIRECT beach access from property - 5 lakefront acres
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Full Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Queen Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Queen Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
DIRECT beach access from property - 5 lakefront acres
Get away from it all at this charming historical Lake Erie retreat located 23 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. Path on property directly to private beach. Note: most lakefront properties have a bluff with NO beach/lake access. We are UNIQUE!!!!
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, 4,000 acres of 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 1912 as the Superintendent's house for the Elmwood Home for Boys. Completely renovated, the first floor has a spacious modern kitchen stocked with all equipment to prepare any meal - a foodies delight. The living room has a gas fireplace to cozy up to on a chilly eve. A very large deck on the back is the perfect place to relax, listen to the waves, and see the boats go by. If the weather turns, the enclosed front porch allows you to still take in the beauty of the serene property.
The second floor has 3 bedrooms and ONE bath. Two Queen and One Double Bed. Garden style tub/shower combo.
Become a friend on that popular social networking site FB, just search '"Cottage On Lake Erie". (All words begin with CAPS) to see many more photos of and around the property.
Please note: our property has a driveway motion sensor light with a camera. This is the ONLY camera on premises! Please rest assured, there are NO cameras anywhere within the home, on the back deck, or on the front porch. Driveway ONLY. Your privacy is of utmost concern!
Nearby: Markko Winery, Tarsitano Winery, Buccia Winery, Twisted Elk Brewing, Black Monk Brewing, Erie Brewing, Erie Distillery, 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 Fitch, Camp Sherwin, Camp Eriez, Charter Fishing in Conneaut or Erie (no cleaning fish at the cottage!), Tasty Twist, Peggy Gray Candies, Conneaut Lake Park, Golfing (Over Lake is very nice and nearby), lake Kayaking, Canoeing (Grand River and Elk Creek access 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. Take time for incredible sunsets that rival those of Key West!
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.
Games: 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. *Hiking not recommended during hunting season.
Boating: The cottage has room to park your boat. Boats will need launched in Conneaut, Elk Creek, or other nearby ramps. Please clear boat/trailer parking with owners. Kayaks can be launched at Raccoon Park nextdoor!
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. Pileated wood peckers!!!
Fishing: Either from the shore, along Raccoon Creek, or nearby Elk and Walnut Creeks, your own boat or chartering in Conneaut 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 ...
Keywords: House; Lake; Beach; Lakefront; Private;
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, 4,000 acres of 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 1912 as the Superintendent's house for the Elmwood Home for Boys. Completely renovated, the first floor has a spacious modern kitchen stocked with all equipment to prepare any meal - a foodies delight. The living room has a gas fireplace to cozy up to on a chilly eve. A very large deck on the back is the perfect place to relax, listen to the waves, and see the boats go by. If the weather turns, the enclosed front porch allows you to still take in the beauty of the serene property.
The second floor has 3 bedrooms and ONE bath. Two Queen and One Double Bed. Garden style tub/shower combo.
Become a friend on that popular social networking site FB, just search '"Cottage On Lake Erie". (All words begin with CAPS) to see many more photos of and around the property.
Please note: our property has a driveway motion sensor light with a camera. This is the ONLY camera on premises! Please rest assured, there are NO cameras anywhere within the home, on the back deck, or on the front porch. Driveway ONLY. Your privacy is of utmost concern!
Nearby: Markko Winery, Tarsitano Winery, Buccia Winery, Twisted Elk Brewing, Black Monk Brewing, Erie Brewing, Erie Distillery, 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 Fitch, Camp Sherwin, Camp Eriez, Charter Fishing in Conneaut or Erie (no cleaning fish at the cottage!), Tasty Twist, Peggy Gray Candies, Conneaut Lake Park, Golfing (Over Lake is very nice and nearby), lake Kayaking, Canoeing (Grand River and Elk Creek access 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. Take time for incredible sunsets that rival those of Key West!
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.
Games: 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. *Hiking not recommended during hunting season.
Boating: The cottage has room to park your boat. Boats will need launched in Conneaut, Elk Creek, or other nearby ramps. Please clear boat/trailer parking with owners. Kayaks can be launched at Raccoon Park nextdoor!
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. Pileated wood peckers!!!
Fishing: Either from the shore, along Raccoon Creek, or nearby Elk and Walnut Creeks, your own boat or chartering in Conneaut 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 ...
Keywords: House; Lake; Beach; Lakefront; Private;
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Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Pets
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Smoking
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Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave the home as you found it - floors swept, clean fridge, stove top and oven. Please note we do not charge additional cleaning fee - most VRBOs charge $150-$250 for cleaning!
Specific check out instructions are posted on the refrigerator.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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About the area
West Springfield
Located in West Springfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Middle Road Covered Bridge and Creek Road Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Conneaut Railroad Museum and Conneaut Community Center for the Arts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby
- Raccoon Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Eagley Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Splash Lagoon - 31 min drive - 47.7 km
- Presque Isle Downs and Casino - 35 min drive - 53.4 km
- Presque Isle Beach - 50 min drive - 50.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- Circle K - 15 min drive
- Pat's Fireside Pizza - 17 min drive
- Sparky's Place - 17 min drive
- White Turkey Drive-In - 13 min drive
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Reviews
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15 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeff K.
7 Oct, 2025
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Jeff K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lelaine M.
6 Oct, 2025
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Lelaine M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Mandy S.
4 Nov, 2025
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Mandy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Breanna T.
14 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breanna T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
D H.
11 Aug, 2025
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D H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Cassi T.
1 Aug, 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kayla F.
14 Jul, 2025
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Kayla F.
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Brian D.
24 Jan, 2025
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Lucy C.
14 May, 2025
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Super nice cottage
Lucy C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan L.
30 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and communication
Ryan L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Crystal M.
3 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Crystal M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
David S. F.
4 Jan, 2024
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David S. F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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Kristin D.
24 Jun, 2024
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Carianne M.
26 Jun, 2024
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Laureen M.
22 Dec, 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Luke M.
31 Mar, 2025
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Shane P.
22 Jan, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
steven d.
19 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter weekend at the lakeside cottage.
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rikki K.
21 Feb, 2023
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About the host
Hosted by Dianne Swanson
The home has been in the family since the 1950's - we purchased the home in 2008 from family. It is a historical property built in the early 1900's and was originally the headmaster's home for the Elmwood Home for Boys. We love hosting and providing families with memories that last a lifetime! You will see by our numerous FIVE STAR reviews, the number of families that boast how special the property is. Many of our guests have been coming to the Cottage On Lake Erie for years!
Why they chose this property
The land has been owned by the family since the mid 50's. After the Elmwood Home for Boys 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 for Boys and had the buildings torn down (after destroyed by fire). 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 it was 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.
What makes this property unique
The Cottage On Lake Erie is one of very few properties along the south shore of Lake Erie that has a path directly from the property down to the lake/beach. (Most other properties along the shore have a cliff shoreline which does not allow access directly to the lake!) Some activities our guests enjoy include: Hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, hunting, birding, kayaking, fires on the beach, watching incredible sunsets, visiting nearby wineries & breweries, and spending quality time with family. Close to Presque Isle State Park. The property nickname is "Boonies", as the property sits across from over 4,000 acres of State Game Lands. On a very clear day, you can make out Canada across Lake Erie! Directly to the east of the property is Raccoon Creek - a quite popular fishing mecca. On the other side of the creek lies Raccoon Park, which was once part of the cottage property. It's a lovely park with two pavilions - one which is open to the public at all times, and the other which can be rented for special occasions and has a kitchen. The park has recently updated all playground equipment and added concrete paths allowing greater accessibility for those with disabilities.
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