Built in 1854 by Charles and Charlotte Playter in the second empire style this stately mansion is full of architectural character exuding the excess of Buffalo's early prosperity. Throughout 2023 the building received a comprehensive renovation including the construction of a new loft apartment on the second floor of the carriage house. Due to the incredible integrity of historic architectural details and the tactful restoration by the development team, the property has been nominated to be on t
Lockbox on front porch
- Put the front door key back in the lockbox. You will have your own key in the unit for the duration of the stay.
Keypad on apartment doors
- To unlock: type code then hit the check mark button
- To lock from inside: Turn deadbolt completely. Lock does not close automatically.
- To lock from outside: Pull door shut completely, hit any button and wait until deadbolt is fully engaged
The Lower West Side neighborhood of Buffalo, NY is a culturally diverse and historic area located just west of downtown Buffalo. The neighborhood is anchored by retail shops along Niagara Street, and Lasalle Park, soon to be renamed Ralph Wilson Park, spans the Lake Erie shoreline. In addition to its scenic parks, the area boasts several cultural and academic institutions, such as D'Youville University, Kleinhans Music Hall, and the Frank Lloyd Wright Fontana Boathouse. Despite its rich history, the Lower West Side remains a vibrant and tight-knit community, attracting both longtime residents and newcomers alike.
The Lower West Side can be accessed through various transportation options. Walking is a convenient option to reach shops and restaurants, while downtown Buffalo, as well as the Allentown and Elmwood Village neighborhoods, can be easily reached by bicycle. Bus stops are available at the intersection of Niagara St and Porter Ave. Additionally, the nearby on-ramp to 190 offers access to the rest of the city, Western New York, Niagara Falls, and Canada.
This is a very old house and despite our best efforts, its not perfect. But we hope you embrace the quirks and character as much as we do. The main entrance and stairways are shared so you will probably run into another resident or even the owner during your stay. Be nice and say hi, they might just share a tip to make your stay that much more enjoyable. You will hear footsteps from people in the stairway or closing their doors. Its temporary and we ask all of our Guests to respect their neighbors by keeping the noise down both in the stairway, in their apartments and in the shared side yard.
The building is heated by one central boiler and you will not have individual control over the heat in your unit beyond adding layers or opening windows. Due to the size of the building and the tankless hot water system, it may take a minute for the water to get hot, especially the first few times you run a faucet or shower, but once you've been using it regularly it won't take as long. Just quirks of being an old building, thank you in advance for your understanding!
