The Purple Martin, a unique rustic lakefront cottage at Canadohta Lake!

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Lake view

Explore the area

Union City, PA

Meadville, PA (MEJ-Port Meadville)36 min drive
Splash Lagoon36 min drive
Peek'n Peak Ski Resort39 min drive
Presque Isle Downs and Casino39 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Relax and unwind at this tranquil & unique rustic lakefront getaway with spectacular sunsets!
The Purple Martin cottage at The Pier sleeps 2 people and is one of five cottages located at the foot of Canadohta Lake. Canadohta Lake is Pennsylvania's second-largest natural lake, with nearly three miles of shoreline. Activities include fishing, birdwatching, minigolf, roller rink, miniature golf, parks, swimming, pontoon boats/ kayaks, and paddle boards. The Pier is great for a family vacation or a work/play destination. It has use of the 100 feet of private lakefront access with a great view of the lake and sunsets. In addition to the lakefront access at The Pier, Ruggles Park is located immediately next door. It is a community park and is open to the public. There is a small beach, a basketball court, and a pier for fishing. You may want to consider bringing lawn chairs and a cooler 😊. There are NO LIFEGUARDS.
The Purple Martin sleeps 2 people and is a studio-style cottage with 1 twin to king trundle daybed. It has 1 bathroom, a kitchen with a range, a refrigerator, and a small porch. There is a pavilion for outside dining/picnics. It is shared with the other 4 tiny cottages and is equipped with two charcoal grills (charcoal not provided) and a propane grill (propane provided). There are two shared fire rings at lakefront and there is parking on-site for 1 vehicle only. There is no TV, but we have Wi-Fi. There is no central heating, but the cottage has an electric radiator-type heater in each bedroom and a wall heater in the common room. There is no air conditioning, but each cottage has a whole house fan, and we also provide circulating fans. The Pier is equipped with a potable water supply. It has an on-site PA Department of Environmental Protection approved water treatment system. Our water is chlorinated and softened and tested monthly.
Kayaks and Paddleboards: You can bring your own or rent them locally. We have a shared dock to launch and tie-up. Lifejackets (not provided) are required on PA Fish & Boat Commission Lakes. There are NO LIFEGUARDS.
Come and enjoy lake life at the Purple Martin cottage located at The Pier at Canadohta Lake!

Property manager

Tamara Gromacki

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Property is not child proof.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Union City

Located in Canadohta Lake, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. John Brown Museum and Drake Well Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Erie County Fairgrounds and Queen Cutlery. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Eastern Cutlery and Wilderness Lodge. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Union City, PA

What's nearby

Edinboro University - 31 min drive
Splash Lagoon - 36 min drive
Peek'n Peak Ski Resort - 39 min drive
Millcreek Mall - 39 min drive
Presque Isle Downs and Casino - 39 min drive

Getting around

Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Union City Country Club - ‬8 min drive
‪JJ's Retro Eatery - ‬9 min drive
‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
‪Brian's Country Market - ‬11 min drive
‪Bear Inn - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Purple Martin, a unique rustic lakefront cottage at Canadohta Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Purple Martin, a unique rustic lakefront cottage at Canadohta Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Purple Martin, a unique rustic lakefront cottage at Canadohta Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Purple Martin, a unique rustic lakefront cottage at Canadohta Lake! located?

This family-friendly Canadohta Lake cottage is located on the waterfront, 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from John Brown Museum, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Erie County Fairgrounds and Queen Cutlery. Great Eastern Cutlery and Harwood Tri-Community Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).