At this cabin you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Watson's Chocolates and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Nannen Arboretum. .Cabin features a washing machine, free WiFi and 1.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and a living room are also available.
Sky High Aerial Adventure Park - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Holiday Valley Resort - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Olean, NY (OLE-Cattaraugus County) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Mountainside Grille - 6 min drive
Tim Hortons - 3 min walk
Waffle Cabin - 5 min drive
Katy's Fly-In Restaurant - 12 min drive
Ellicottville Brewing Company - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome
ABOUT THE SPACE Come and enjoy this gorgeous 4 bed, 4 bath waterfront-log-cabin, perched on a breathtaking lakefront property, offering year round beauty! We are nestled in amongst over 1000 acres of undeveloped wilderness and rolling hills. This property offers the rare combination of relaxing, rural-type privacy, yet is so close to town you can walk there. Come enjoy the beauty of our hidden wilderness, yet be so close to town you won't miss any of the action. It's truly the best location you could hope for!
THE SPACE The house is fully furnished with every amenity you could want. Basic cooking equipment and utensils (as well as grilling utensils) are provided for your convenience. Hand sanitizer in every room for your safety and ours. Every room in our house has a spectacular view! 3 of the 4 bedrooms have a Lakeview window, and the other one has a beautiful view of the ski slopes of Holimont Private Ski Resort.
There a plenty of indoor and out door games provided such as Corn Hole, Ring Toss, Life, Chess, Checkers, Cards, Sorry, Monopoly, Hungry-Hungry Hippos, Rummikub, 7 Wonders, and others. All of the light switches in the house are clearly labeled to make things as easy on you as possible. We also provide an office area complete with a comfortable chair, a large monitor, laptop stand, and a printer.
Head outside and enjoy grilling on one of our two grills, as you take in the breathtaking year round scenery of our property surrounded by beautiful rolling hills. Relax on our lake by kayaking, or fishing for our stocked game fish including Large Mouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Or try your hand at fly-fishing in order to catch one of our mature Rainbow trout! (Fly fishing gear can be purchased in town if you dont have your own.) Take an adventurous hikes around our 25 acre property and discover wild apple trees, raspberries, strawberries, a hidden hillside pond, and a multitude of wildlife including deer, turtles, foxes, beavers, ducks, geese, woodpeckers, and humming birds.
Enjoy our bar style patio furniture, complete with awning, or relax in our folding camp chairs by the campfire pit. Imagine creating great memories by telling ghost stories as you cook marshmallows or Smores in the lakeside campfire, to the serenade of bull frogs, while you sit under a spectacular, celestial display of brilliant stars!
If indoor fires are more your thing, enjoy using our wood burning stone fireplace. Imagine yourself cozied up on the couch, sipping on hot coco or hot cider, to the wonderful aroma of real Applewood burning in the fireplace.
(Applewood sold separtaly, only while supplies last!)
GUEST ACCESS You will have access to our 4 bed, 4 bath log cabin and also enjoy sole access to the entire property and lake.
It is conveniently located only 0.8 miles to the famous resort-town of Ellicottville. Only 1.5 miles to Holimont Private Ski Resort, and just 2 miles from Holiday Valley Ski Resort, Golf Course, Driving Range, New York Canopy Ziplines Aerial Adventure Park, Sky Flyer Mountain Coaster, and Tubing. Ellicottville Rodeo is also a popular tourist attraction in the summertime, usually around the 4th of July. Another Popular draw is Gentners Commission Market (Flea Market/Farmers Market/Auction Barn) opens at dawn, every Wednesday, year round, located in nearby Springville. Fall Festival (Octoberfest, October 9-10), and Summer Music Festivals are also a big deal in the town of Ellicottville. If you have never been, I highly recommend it!
In town you will discover great restaurants and a lively night life. The local favorite Ellicottville Brewing Company (EBC), and Villaggio, are great fine dining experiences with a great atomosphere. The EBC offers traditional American food in a fine dining atmosphere and the Villagio offers more seafood on its menu including Chillean Sea Bass, and often has live music as well. Check out the another local favorite called The Gin Mill, a casual feeling bar restaurant and bar with reasonably priced menu which also has live music several nights a week with no cover charge. From there, the late night crowd likes to congregate at either Maddigan's Rockin' EVL bar, or Ballons. Both are great for more of a Bar/Club scene.
If you want to stay closer to the cottage, we have a number of great places within walking distance! Right next door we have Hockey legend's very own, the always popular, Tim Hortons Cafe and Bakery. Right across the street from there you will discover the fashionable Steelbound Brewery & Restaurant, which serves great food and decent priced flights of inovative beverages. Also, we just installed a brand new luxury HOT TUB for your enjoyment!
Other details to note: You are welcome to use the entire property, and should be the only ones on it. However, due to the popularity and location of my property, on occasion there are people who stop to go fishing on my property. If that is the case during your stay, and it bothers you, you can ask them to leave or let me know, and I can send someone out there.
There is a blow up queen size mattress in the upstairs bedroom closet and two extra large cots for extra guests to sleep on. Please be careful not to scratch the hardwood floor with the cots, as we have had problems with this in the past. Please place the cots only on the carpet.
Propane, charcoal, and firewood are not included with the property. However, we have a propane tank for the grill that you can refill if you need to. Sometimes previous guests will leave some propane/charcoal/fire wood behind when they leave. If they do, you are free to use that free of charge. Real Applewood logs for the fire place are sold right out back of the cottage in the parking lot, only while supplies last. Prices may vary due to supply, as Applewood is notoriously hard to source due to its superb utility in all of its aspects. It is the best for carving, the best for furniture, the best for smoking food, and also produces America's favorite fruit. So nobody ever wants to cut these trees down! Yet we provide the best of the best at this cottage so we bring it to you as often as we can! A separate charge will be added to your account if you would like to purchase some.
Note from host: Absolutely NO SMOKING inside the house.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure all windows are closed and locked
Make sure all doors are closed and locked
Take the trash out to the trash cans at the curb
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No confetti! Any use of confetti, indoors or out, will incur additional clean up charges of up to $200. No littering of any kind this is a wilderness.
Do NOT dispose of the charcoal on my lawn or in my bushes. If you do so there will be an extra fee of $200.
Please flip all kayaks and canoe upside down. Place paddles underneath kayaks. Please keep all pets off the furniture and beds. Thank you! :)
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 4 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Please do not chain pets up to porch posts.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO SMOKING inside the house.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Gorgeous Waterfron Log Cabin Located Near Town
Cozy, Peaceful, and Gorgeous Waterfront LogCabin!! Cabin
Cozy, Peaceful, and Gorgeous Waterfront LogCabin!! Ellicottville
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome?
The closest beach to 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome is Cuba Lake Beach (30.1 km).
How much does it cost to stay at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome?
As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome on 17 Sept 2025 start from AU$1,232.44, 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.
Does 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome have a pool?
No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.
What luxury perks are available at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.
What makes 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome.
Is there a private hot tub at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome?
No, 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at 1/2 mile to EVL, Lake, HOT TUB, Pets welcome?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Paula S.
26 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely getaway
We enjoyed the cabin very much. There were plenty of spaces for us to gather, or to have a quiet moment alone. My husband fell in love with the Blackstone grill and grilled everything from hamburgers and hotdogs to pancakes and bacon.We would suggest that you replace the lower rack in the dishwasher, so that the lower spray can move freely.
Paula S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen G.
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a great time staying in Ellicottville. The log cabin was very nice and the fireplace was beautiful. The location is very convenient, being about 5 minutes from town and skiing. The host was very responsive and helpful.
Ellen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
cathy a.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful place to stay
we had a great time, loved the hot tub, the little shops are great, brewery was a great place to eat, only negative was we thought the kitchen and dining area needed to have brighter lights. way to dark. would recommend anyone to stay!
cathy a.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca T.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rebecca T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
John & Doris D.
20 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin
The best features were the pond front porch and fire pit. The location was very convenient and close to Ellicottville and shopping. One portion of the front porch was a bit rough plus there was a abandoned grill on the porch that should be removed. The hot tub needed to be cleaned and serviced while we were there which was promptly attended to. The combination clothes washer and dryer took forever to do a load of laundry typically two and a half to three hours with an additional time added for drying.
John & Doris D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property! Very comfortable.
Perfect for girls weekend! Hot tub was great, furniture was comfortable, kitchen well supplied. Covered porches were nice for winter. We stayed in March. Fireplace was great. This property is remote, yet minutes from the action in Ellicottville. Clean and comfortable. We will be back! A big thank you to our host Michael!
Kathleen P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew P.
6 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot close to Downtown
Fun time with a group of friends with a short trip to downtown. Plenty of parking, clean rooms, and everything else you could need.
Andrew P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy D.
7 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Rare find. Secluded, yet close to everything
This property has it all- outdoor exploring, water activities, fire pit, decks to relax, with beautiful indoor space for small or large gatherings. Highly recommended.
Amy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sherry P.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation ever
Super great, quiet location. Kids loved fishing and swimming in the pond. We had days of amazing hikes through the 25 acres of beautiful nature at its finest. This will be a repeat spot for our family to return at various times during the year. The host was the best!! He put up a bunch of extra beds for all my kiddos and even made a special trip to take care of a hornets nest for us. Loved this vacation. Grocery and gas within walking for bait and fridge fill. Great eateries. Looking forward to returning soon.
Sherry P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brooke L.
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin in Ellicottville
Beautiful cabin just minutes from town and Holiday Valley. Had all the amenities we needed plus some for our pup we travel with.
Brooke L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
14 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
This was my third time staying here! 6 of us went for a girls weekend. We enjoyed lunch and shopping downtown and cozying up by the fireplace at night. Michael is always very helpful and his house and property are beautiful!
Laura G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kyle F., Buffalo, NY
12 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Big beautiful home close to town!!
I travel to ellicottville once a year and this is by far the best place we have stayed. The house is huge and perfect for groups. It had plenty of land with beautiful scenery leaving you with plenty of privacy but it’s also close to town (walking distance). Will be booking again next year. Highly recommend. Also, the host went above and beyond on multiple occasions and is very quick to respond if you have any questions!!!
Kyle F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Melissa
3 Oct 2021
Melissa
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
16 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Weekend
I traveled to Ellicottville with a group of friends for a golf weekend. The property was perfect for the weekend. The amenities are great with lots of room for lawn games, the pond for fishing, the kayaks that are provided, and an awesome fire pit right by the water. Michael was quick to respond to anything we needed. Hoping to come back again for another weekend in the future!
Michael F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
8 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
This was our second time staying here! We love this property and it’s location! We will be back!
Laura G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Alecia S.
11 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a weekend getaway
Rented this house for a weekend to celebrate a friend who will be getting married soon. The house was gorgeous, in a great location, and perfect for our group! The amenities available were fantastic! We will keep this house in mind for another weekend getaway again!
Alecia S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
5 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
The house and property are beautiful! We had two families for a total of 10 people and there was plenty of room for all of us. My husband enjoyed taking the kayak out on the pond every morning. And the kids loved walking to Tim hortons in the morning. We also walked to steelbound and the new bar, fatteys, right across the street. We ended our days with campfires by the pond. Michael was very helpful and easy to work with. Definitely plan to come back!
Laura G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dave K.
6 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway weekend!
Six friends and I rented the property for a weekend getaway of fun and games. We had a blast! The property was as advertised and the owner was very responsive. We did not need anything during our stay, but it was nice to knowing we were in good hands. Plenty of lawnspace for games and a campfire, and very close to the main town. A+ stay
Dave K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeff H.
31 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin life close to town
Great location. Rustic cabin vibe. Nice big property to hike and explore. Fun little lake with kayaks. Great porches. Super fun town of Ellicottville with lots of good restaurants and shops. Golf and Sky Adventures at Holiday Valley was excellent. Loved the big stone indoor fireplace.
Jeff H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Corinne B.
9 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and property!
Very nice property and house with plenty of privacy, but still conveniently located.
Corinne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
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