Holiday rentals with a kayak in Chautauqua County

Forest Retreat, 90 miles to Niagara Falls.

Welcome to Forest Retreat! We are nestled in the hills of Western New York, 23 miles to Chautauqua Lake and 14 miles to Lily Dale. This unique home is near several wedding venues and the Earl Cardot Overland Trail, which is surrounded by 2,300 acres of state forest. We are located between 2 local ski resorts, and only 87 miles south of Niagara Falls State park. Relax by the fire, kayak, or fish in the 2 acre pond and just enjoy the scenery. We do require a signed waiver to utilize the pond.

Endless Summer Lakefront Retreat @ Chautauqua Lake

Lakefront escape !! Enjoy this unique Chautauqua Lake private beach house! Sleeps 4 with 4 bathrooms, huge private waterfront, 2 docks, private swimming area. Enjoy kayaks, canoes, and fishing. Bring your own motorboat and dock it steps from the house. Spacious indoor and outdoor areas with stunning lake views, firepit, and plenty of room to relax or explore.! This is the former aquatic center for camp merz 2nd bedroom with 5 sets of bunk beds is available for extra rental fee. Inquire w/host

Lakeside Retreat - The Dragonfly Inn & Resort

Relax at my Four-Season lakeside retreat. This family friendly cottage features a spacious loft area with half bath and master bedrooms and bathrooms on the first and lower levels. The first level has a spacious open floor plan with full kitchen, dining area and living room that features spectacular lake views. The lower level amenities include a media/gaming room, recreation room w/coffee bar & laundry. Enjoy the scenery from an expansive deck & patio and swim from your own personal beach.

Cozy lake property get away

Small cottage ( app. 400 sq ft ) on large lake front parcel. The rental is the rear cottage with very nice lake front view, quiet neighborhood and large yard. Two miles to Bemus point where there are several restaurants and a grocery store. Chautauqua county voted best small golf town by golf digest. National comedy center in Jamestown. Boat rentals near by. Guests have outdoor dining area and a fire pit. There is a large supply of fire wood also. Chautauqua institution 7 minutes.

Lotus Bay Cabin- all seasons oasis

*8-person stand alone hot tub open Dec.-April* *In-ground pool with spill over hot tub & pool house open May 1st, 2026* Winter, Spring is that you? A drink in the above ground hot tub (or pool & hot tub), meals in the fully stocked kitchen, movies on the spacious sectional, reading in the sunroom, bomb-fires under the dark sky & gorgeous sunsets, walks and seasonal swimming along Lake Erie…simply cannot go wrong! Wine country, beaches, ski resorts, Buffalo & Niagara Falls all nearby

Lakefront Sunset Getaway on Cassadaga Lake

Welcome to the Cottage! This cottage sits directly on Cassadaga Lake where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets every night from the concrete patio or from the couch. Feel free to go kayaking, fishing, or swimming directly from the dock or shoreline. Perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy lake life for the weekend, week, or month! *NEW* 2 kayaks are available for free use during your stay. No gatherings, events, and/or parties larger than your reservation. Free parking up to 2 cars.

Kingfisher Point: Beautiful New Lakeside Home

This stylish new lake house was completed in September of 2022, and we are excited to open it to visitors to the Cassadaga Lake. Our home on Cassadaga Lake rests among the trees of an old growth forest adjacent to protected wetlands. Guests can enjoy the sun setting over the lake each evening from one of two porches facing the lake, or from the kayaks that are available to guests. And yes, Kingfishers are frequent visitors to the lakes as well! (No smoking and no pets allowed).

Sally's Barcelona Getaway (Beach Suite)

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. This cozy nautical themed apartment has been recently updated with new appliances, carpet, flooring, and furniture. The open space offers a kitchen with plenty of room to cook. There is an oversized deck with plenty of room for guests. There is a shared fire pit to use with plenty of seating. The two bedroom can accommodate four guests with plenty of room to unpack and relax! We also have a golf cart, canoe, and kayak rentals.

Blue Canoe/Upscale Lake Cottage/Chautauqua

Welcome to Blue Canoe Lake Cottage on Cassadaga Lakes! This small, 2 Queen Bedroom/1 Full Bath, newly renovated, open-concept, light-filled cottage offers 125 ft of private waterfront, a gated covered porch, & thoughtful details throughout. Enjoy 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, a pedal boat, 4 adult cruiser bikes, fire pit, & propane grill. Dog-friendly & perfect for up to 4 adults — luxury on the lake awaits! If booked, check out our sister property, Blue Oar (4BR/3BA, lakefront!

Sunny Side Up

Sunnyside Up is a charming refurbished, circa 1900 cottage with three bedrooms, and a sun porch which offers breathtaking views of the lake. The fully stocked kitchen is newly remodeled. The living room provides warmth and coziness with a gas fireplace. A few steps from the front door a new private dock for relaxing, boating, fishing and swimming. Backing up to the woods is a welcoming area with a brick fireplace and lot of seating to relax after a day of fun.

Relax! CHQ Lake, XL View, Sauna, Dock & Yard

This PebbleFisher with 3BR, 1.5 BA is ideal for families, friends, romance, passionate fishermen, bird lovers, winter and summer sport & cultural activities. The lake panorama is awesome at any time. You can experience a hot Finnish Steam Sauna, fish, ice- fish, snowmobile, swim, kayaking, float& boat from the cottage. The fully equipped cottage was fully remodeled in 2020 and transformed into a lake beauty with loads of love and unique details.

Beautiful lakefront home!

Relax in this beautiful lake front home with private dock! Our home is a perfect get-a-way conveniently located near the Stow Ferry and right across from Bemus Point, which offers great restaurants and shopping. Walk to the ferry or ice cream shop down the road, enjoy lakeside dining and grilling on the deck, fish off of our dock, kayak or enjoy a fire lakeside. This fully stocked centrally located home has all you need for a fun CHQ getaway.