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Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps

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1 living room with gas fireplace
2 bedroom 1 king bed double closets and work station
3 game room, bar with smart tv, Aspen Gondola, pinball, fuse ball, bubble hockey, arcade, juke box
4 roll up window indoor outdoor bar view of hills, hot tub and outdoor seating area
5 dining table seats 8

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ellicottville, NY
  • Place, Winery of Ellicottville
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, HoliMont
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Holiday Valley Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Olean, NY (OLE-Cattaraugus County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

6 Single Beds, 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps

Experience the ultimate Ellicottville location! Newly renovated private home located perfectly between Holiday Valley Ski & Golf Resort & lively Ellicottville village- quick walk to either. Ideal for 2-3 families, featuring slope views from the hot tub, patio, fenced-in yard, and luxurious bedrooms. Also enjoy the fully loaded arcade and bar room with vintage games and jukebox, modern & open living areas, and chef's kitchen. The perfect blend of location, comfort, fun, and convenience awaits!

Experience the ultimate getaway in this stunning retreat, where modern design meets endless entertainment. Featuring five spacious, newly furnished bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home is designed for both relaxation and fun.

Step into your own private arcade and bar room, complete with foosball, Chexx bubble hockey, a vintage arcade loaded with 70 Atari games, and a classic 1993 "Wipe Out" pinball machine. Revel in the nostalgia of a 1971 80-disc jukebox while you sip cocktails at the indoor/outdoor bar, which boasts panoramic views of the slopes and a unique touch with an original Aspen Silver Queen Gondola car.

The fully appointed kitchen is a culinary dream, featuring a 5-burner stove, a full oven, a slow cooker, an air fryer, two microwaves, and both Keurig and drip coffee makers. For added convenience, a separate kitchenette on the lower level is perfect for morning routines.

The fenced-in yard is ideal for family activities, with plenty of space for games and a cozy firepit. Located just a ten-minute walk from the village main strip and less than five minute walk from the Inn, golf course, driving range, and Sunrise chair at Holiday Valley, this home offers easy access to all the area’s best attractions. Enjoy a perfect blend of modern luxury and unbeatable location in this exceptional property.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Ellicottville

Ellicottville is home to this holiday home. Allegany State Park and Griffis Sculpture Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Watson's Chocolates and Nannen Arboretum. Sky High Aerial Adventure Park and Snow Pine Village are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Ellicottville, NY

What's nearby

  • Winery of Ellicottville - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Watson's Chocolates - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • HoliMont - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Holiday Valley Resort - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Sky High Aerial Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mountainside Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pour Taproom Ellicottville - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ellicottville Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps?

As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps on 17 Jun, 2026 start from S$793, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gondola House- fun central! Quick walk to village and slopes, Fun Central! Game Room, Hot Tub, Steps located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Ellicottville is within a 15-minute walk of Winery of Ellicottville, HoliMont and Watson's Chocolates. Nannen Arboretum and Sky High Aerial Adventure Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking and location was great! Home was very clean and large enough to host our group. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much! We’re really glad the parking and location worked well for your group and that the house felt clean and comfortable with plenty of space. We appreciate you choosing Gondola House and hope to host you again on your next trip to Ellicottville! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb, 2026
Richard, we love hearing that — thank you! We’re so glad everything felt just right, from the walkable location near the village and slopes to the cozy spaces and hot tub setup. Ellicottville is such a great spot for a ski trip and just as enjoyable year-round. Thanks for staying with JustGo Travel Properties — we’d be happy to host you again anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! Enough room for all of us! And the hot tub and game room were great! We all throughly enjoyed the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled to hear the house had plenty of room for everyone and that the hot tub and game room were a big hit. It sounds like your group made the most of the space, which is exactly what we hope for. We’d love to have you back at Gondola House anytime! 😊
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation. Plenty of room for everyone. Loved the game room
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2025
It was so nice hosting you, Elaine! You’re welcome back anytime. If you want to stay updated, we do share travel pics and updates on social
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great family ski getaway

Great accommodations - clean, fun and centrally located. The host was also very communicative.I would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2025
Thanks for the generous review Amy! Look forward to hosting you for a discounted stay next time you’re in the area 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Best Rental Yet

Avid traveler and this property is 5 stars all the way around. Perfect location, clean, comfortable and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much, Christina! It means a lot coming from an avid traveler like you. I’m thrilled you found the home comfortable and well-equipped. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Fabulous family winter getaway

The perfect Ellicottville stay! So much do to in and around the house, but also conveniently close to all the EVL activities and village when you are ready to venture out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2025
Thanks Katherine! Look forward to having you back soon 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our stay and the owners were a please to interact with before, during and after our stay. I couldn't say anything negative about the property or the service we experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
Thanks again, Jason! So glad you enjoyed your stay. We’d love to host you again—check Just Go Travel Properties out on social media to keep up with what’s new.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Expertly renovated and decorated older home in a great location. The heated garage with games, gondola, jute box, pinball machines, refrigerator and hottub access were fantastic. The kitchen had everything we needed and communication with the host was excellent. Bedroom with king and bunk bed was perfect for a family with young skiers. Roomy bedroom with 3 beds was great for adults. Upstairs bedrooms were great for couples. Surprisingly roomy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb, 2026
Sharon, thank you for such a thoughtful review! We’re so glad you appreciated the renovation and layout — and that the heated garage with the games, gondola, jukebox, pinball, and hot tub access made your ski trip extra fun. It’s great to hear the bedroom setup worked perfectly for families and couples alike. Ellicottville is such a special place in ski season and just as enjoyable year-round. We truly appreciate you choosing JustGo Travel Properties and would love to welcome you back to Gondola House anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh m.

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

Loved Gondola House!

House is quite nice and in a great location to holiday valley and downtown. Michelle is a fantastic host and very attentive to her guests, checking in with us after arrival to assure everything is well. Best stay we have had in Ellicottville!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2025
his truly made my day—thank you! I'm so happy to hear you loved your time at Gondola House and that the location, comfort, and care stood out to you. It was a joy checking in with you, and I’m so glad it helped make your stay extra special. I’d love to host you again, whether it’s back in Ellicottville or at one of our other charming retreats throughout Western New York. You can explore them all here: justgoproperties. com. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Game room!

Amazing location to the slopes, so much fun in the game room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2025
Thanks for the kind review Ryan! So happy you enjoyed your stay- can’t wait to have you back :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Fun place to stay!

This was the perfect place to stay for a thirtieth birthday celebration! Plenty of room and the game room in the garage was the highlight! Quick walk to town for shops and food! Very responsive to any questions or concerns!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2025
hanks so much for your generous review! And thanks for leaving the place in such amazing shape! We hope to host you again soon- you are welcome at any of our JustGo Travel Properties 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

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

Gondola House - Excellent!

Clean and decorated so well! Host met all of our needs and was quick with response time. I would definitely come back to this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov, 2024
Thanks for the kind words and for being such wonderful guests to host- look forward to your next visit with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Gondala house was everything we wanted and more! The house was so accommodating and had all the essentials to make our weekend away stress free and enjoyable. Michelle thought of everything and has such a beautiful and clean home. Thank you again for such an amazing weekend and i would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2025
___, thank you for staying with us and for your lovely review! We'd be delighted to host you again. You’re welcome to check out our social media if you’re curious about other stays!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our birthday trip. There are plenty of beds, rooms and spaces to hang out! The beds were so comfortable. Hot tub was great and the game room was perfect for hanging out. The owner checked in to make sure everything was good. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words Heather! So happy you enjoyed the spaciousness and comfortable beds. We love that you got to have fun in the game room and relax in the hot tub as well. We tried to design this home to always be a 5 star stay and are so happy you appreciated and enjoyed it. Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath H.

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

Cute, convenient, and fun house

Great home for our family and extended family of 6 kids and 6 adults. Game room is really cool, and our daughters wore out the jukebox with Cyndi Lauper’s, girls just want to have fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2025
Thanks, Heath! Love hearing how much fun the kids had—especially with the jukebox! I'm so glad the space worked well for your big family. You’re welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Gondola house is Fanta!

This was a birthday / ski trip for 4 adults and two children. While Gondola house is not huge or fancy looking from the outside, it all changes when you walk through the door! This house is very nicely decorated, the several bedrooms are all just perfect - totally ski themed without being “kitschy”, and the game room just blew everybody’s mind. When we weren’t skiing or out at some of the great local restaurants, we spent all our time in the game room and the hot tub. Michelle was an excellent, responsive host, and I definitely recommend her house !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2025
Thank you, Donna! I'm so glad the home was a hit for your birthday ski trip! It was a pleasure hosting you and your group—hope to welcome you back next season!

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Hatswell

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Hello and welcome! We are Michelle and Keith Hatswell—a couple driven by our shared passions for travel, the great outdoors, and the joy of creating unforgettable moments with loved ones. We live with a spirit of exploration and a zest for life in everything we do.
Our adventures span continents, from the lush landscapes of Guatemala, the rich history of the Middle East, to the sweeping plains of Africa…the streets of Paris, rolling hills of Tuscany, Zurich's charming cityscape, and the vibrant energy of Barcelona. Our family's wanderlust knows no bounds.

Whether cruising the Caribbean, sipping wine in Napa, or skiing the majestic Rockies, our journeys reflect a profound appreciation for diverse cultures and the sanctuary of a welcoming retreat. As seasoned travelers, we understand the importance and features that make a perfect stay.
Our journey into hospitality began with a shared love for skiing and the purchase of a vacation home for our family in Ellicottville NY that stole our hearts. Enthralled by the charm of the house and the beauty of the surrounding area, we felt compelled to open our doors to fellow travelers. And so, our venture into the world of short-term rentals began.

At the heart of our mission lies an unwavering commitment to crafting exceptional guest experiences that surpass the ordinary and inspire wanderlust in all of us.

Each property reflects our dedication to providing cozy, fun and inviting spaces where families and friends can come together, explore, and create cherished mem

Why they chose this property

I'm a dedicated school teacher, lifelong Western NY resident, and fervent world traveler.
Ellicottville, NY is our vacation home go-to town because it has so much to offer year round from skiing, golf, biking, hiking, shopping, and great food and entertainment.
We've chosen our properties to be most conveniently located in order that it's a quick walk to the village's main strip or the ski slopes, golf, hiking, and biking trails.
When traveling with my husband, two adventurous sons, and two adorable dogs, I prefer short-term rentals over traditional stays for the extra comforts hotels can’t usually offer.
Eager to share this passion and expertise, I now specialize in delivering seamless and exceptional guest experiences with unique amenities at my properties.
I’d love to host your next unforgettable stay! Let me help you make the best of it with tips only a local would know.

What makes this property unique

Large fully loaded arcade and bar room with indoor outdoor bar, Original Aspen Silver Queen Gondola Car photo spot, hot tub, central location on quiet street.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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