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Where to stay around Town of Chautauqua Lake, US?
Our 2019 property listings offer a large selection of 152 vacation rentals near Town of Chautauqua Lake. From 85 Houses to 35 Bungalows, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends. The best places to stay near Town of Chautauqua Lake are on VRBO.
What are the most popular destinations to visit in Town of Chautauqua Lake?
There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Town of Chautauqua Lake. From VRBO travelers, the top most popular destinations to visit are:
- Pennsylvania: 7,659 vacation rentals
- Lake Erie: 1,756 vacation rentals
- Chautauqua Lake: 151 vacation rentals
- Upstate New York: 4,908 vacation rentals
- Bemus Point: 134 vacation rentals
And VRBO offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in Town of Chautauqua Lake! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.
What are the main cities to discover in Town of Chautauqua Lake?
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Town of Chautauqua Lake:
- Bemus Point: 134 rentals
- Mayville: 124 rentals
- Westfield: 106 rentals
- Clymer: 67 rentals
- Findley Lake: 67 rentals
For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
Escape to Chautauqua Lake
From swimming and boating to kayaking and fishing, vacations in Chautauqua Lake are all about sun-drenched days on the water. If you want to stretch your legs Chautauqua Lake vacation rentals offer easy access to some of New York’s best hikes. From the Chautauqua “Rails-to-Trails” network to the Audubon Community Nature Center, waterfront rentals give you the freedom to hit the trails then cool off with a dip in the lake. Feel like a change of scene? Chautauqua County is home to 5 lakes, which means that beach hopping is always on the cards.
Sip your way through Lake Erie Wine Country
From art and education to lectures and entertainment, the Chautauqua Institution is the beating heart of the lakeside community. If you want to venture beyond the shoreline, the iconic Bemus Point Stow Ferry has been cruising the lake for over 200 years. Love to unwind with a glass of wine? Chautauqua Lake offers easy access to New York’s famous Lake Erie Wine Country. With 23 wineries to choose from plus a handful of boutique breweries and small batch distilleries, you’ll never go thirsty. And with Chautauqua Lake vacation rentals you can stock up on all your favorite picks, then enjoy a private toast on your waterfront deck.
History and culture abounds in Chautauqua Lake
Beyond the lake itself, Chautauqua County is brimming with history, culture, and small-town charm. Now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Dunkirk Lighthouse overlooks sparkling Lake Erie. If you’re a comedy buff a trip to nearby Jamestown is well worth the drive. Sitting at the southern tip of the lake, the lively town is home to the beautifully curated Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Museum, celebrating the “first couple of comedy.” It also serves up the region’s best street scene, so why not stay local with Chautauqua Lake vacation rentals in the heart of Jamestown?
Summer celebrations in Chautauqua Lake
Summer brings high season in Chautauqua Lake, when flocks of vacationers descend on the county. The long days and warm weather make cooling off in the lake more than enticing. The summer atmosphere peaks on July 4, when fireworks are launched from the communities that dot the lake. If you want to beat the crowds, fall sees the lake explode in a sea of reds, yellows, and golds. Winter is quiet and serene, with plenty of opportunities to cozy up by the fire or try your hand at ice fishing.
Cast a line in Chautauqua Lake
Stretching for 17 miles from tip to tip, Chautauqua Lake is dwarfed in comparison to mighty Lake Erie. That said, there’s still more than 40 miles of shoreline to discover, dotted with beaches, boat docks, and grassy parks. If you like fishing don’t forget your rod because Chautauqua Lake is famous for its muskellunge. There’s also world-class birding, with a flurry of migratory activity in the surrounding forests, wetlands, and open fields.