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The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake "Private Lakefront Lot Included"

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Beautiful Afternoon at The Blue Jay
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New Lakefront Firepit !

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Union City, PA
  • Splash Lagoon
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Peek'n Peak Ski Resort
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Presque Isle Downs and Casino
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake "Private Lakefront Lot Included"

This beautiful renovated 3 bedroom is located on the quiet side of Canadohta Lake.

Just a 300 foot walk from the 3/4 acre private lakefront property with dock and pavilion and a short drive to the busy side of the lake where you can enjoy the Canadohta Roller Rink, Putt-R-Golf, free beach or the water slide at The Frog Pond.

Plenty of places to eat around the area as well including the The Anchor Bar and Grill, Happy Jax, The Frog Pond, Lana's on the Lake or The Bear Inn. The city of Erie is less than an hour away where you can enjoy all the shopping and adventures your heart can desire.

When all the fun day activities are wrapped up and it's time to unwind, relax by the fire pit while roasting a few marshmallows with friends and family, or hang out by the lake and enjoy the peace and serenity of nature.

No matter where you are coming from The Blue Jay and surrounding areas have something for everyone !

"Newly renovated kitchen in 2024" !

Property manager

Brandan Lapek

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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)
Upon owners approval. $35/Pup/stay. No Cats Please
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoke outside please.
This home has been in our family for decades. It's not wrapped in plastic but treat it like you would your grandmother's please.
Place trash in 13 gallon WHITE trash bags. Not directly in the cans. Service company will not take it otherwise. You will be charged if not followed !
Please use The Blue Jay property only. This includes the lakefront and dock.

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
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Union City

Located in Canadohta Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Riverside Brewing Company and Mount Pleasant Ski are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Erie County Fairgrounds and Great Eastern Cutlery. Travelling with kids? Consider Wilderness Lodge, or check out an event or a game at Eriez Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Union City, PA

What's nearby

  • Edinboro University - 35 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Splash Lagoon - 44 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Peek'n Peak Ski Resort - 46 min drive - 45.1 km
  • Presque Isle Downs and Casino - 49 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Millcreek Mall - 49 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bear Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Union City Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Retro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ma-Donna's Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake "Private Lakefront Lot Included" pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake "Private Lakefront Lot Included"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake "Private Lakefront Lot Included"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake "Private Lakefront Lot Included" located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Riverside Brewing Company, Erie County Fairgrounds and Great Eastern Cutlery. Lakeside Commons and Woodcock Lake Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 104 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

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

Nice!

Perfect location and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance C.

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

Loved the Blue Jay!

We had a great week at the Blue Jay, The place was clean and spacious. Well equipped kitchen and the table was wonderful not only for meals but for evening game time. We loved the Gazebo and lakeside access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe a., mccandless twp., pa 15237

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

chilling

great triple a place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei P.

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

Cottage Experience

Very clean and well kept property with lots of indoor and outdoor amenities. We were expecting a lakefront on the same property as the house but the access to the lakefront was fine. Enjoyed renting a pontoon and exploring nearby Lake Erie
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Amazing place

From the beautiful location to the exceptional customer service, this place is amazing. The cabin is clearly well loved and well cared for - the family's love for the place is clear and shows in all the details. So relaxing, so quiet, and such a great week.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Blue Jay Cottage

Property was well equipped inside and outside. Very nice neighbors. Very nice waterfront dock and pavillion. We had not the best weather (rain) but had a good time with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall F.

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

September Getaway

Very much enjoyed our stay at the Blue Jay. Cottage was large and spacious. Loved having two fire pits. Lake access away was great. The mattresses on the beds were amazing. Would like to know the manufacturer. All the guests loved them. Brandan is great to work with. Highly recommend and definitely will go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Great getaway

Clean and cozy! We’ll equipped kitchen. Cozy beds!! No complaints. Detached property was a real bonus! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

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

Wonderful

We all had a fantastic time. The weather at first was chillier than expected, but we did fish and yesterday was beautiful. We will consider visiting again. Thank You, Ray & Barb Salvo
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

Nice House Near The Lake

We enjoyed our stay at the blue jay for a long weekend. The boat dock was a quick 5 minute drive and our dog loved swimming there every day. We enjoyed making dinner at the house and night caps on the front porch. A great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cherylann B.

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

Long weekend

We had the best time! Clean, spacious and the owner was so very helpful and very quick at getting back to you with any questions. Wonderful place. Will be hopefully returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

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

Off season

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Blue Jay even though it was off season! The house was clean and well equipped, already talked about a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cherylann B.

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

Wonderful people

We had a family emergency and Brandan was so understanding and supportive. Wonderful people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Great cabin

This was our second year in the Blue Jay and it was perfect. Very well equipped cabin and the owner is great at getting back to you if you have questions while there. So many new things added this year to. I would highly recomend the Blue Jay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C., The Colony, TX

Wonderful weekend at the Blue Jay Cottage!

This was a great cottage to share a weekend with my family. The kitchen was large and had much of what we needed to make meals. Everything worked great and it was clean, very easy to relax and get comfortable. We loved having the fire pit for evening fun. We look forward to our next visit to the Blue Jay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Live once travel often

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

Great Place in Quiet Area

I grew up going to Canadohta Lake for the summers when I was growing up back in the 70's and 80's and its been years since I have been back. Its just the way I remembered it. This was a great property with plenty of room to move around. It also has a private area right on the lake to build a fire or get sit around on the chairs to enjoy the view. Plenty of shade to stay out of the sun. We will definitely be back. Thanks again for an awesome stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

Loved the quiet side of the lake!

We loved this roomy updated cabin! We have been coming to Canadohta Lake for many years always having several generations with us. Everyone enjoyed this cabin and this side of the lake. Having our own lake front area was a first and we really enjoyed it. Loved the comfy beds and having 2 bathrooms. This place has become our new favorite! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Dubuque

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

5th year

Another great trip to the blue jay. I believe this is our 5th year in a row. The updates were great and we love coming here every year. Thank you again for allowing us to share your property with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

This is the first time I've stayed at Blue Jay, on the "quiet side" of the lake, although the lake has been an important part of my family for decades. It provided the meditative, nature-loving solitude that I was looking for to recharge. I booked late, taking the last few days in August, and wish my stay had been longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Our Stay at The Blue Jay

The Blue Jay at Lake Canadohta was a great home that will sleep 8 comfortably. Although there was only 2 of us and we ate all our meals out, all the amenities were available so you didn't need to go out at all. Very clean and felt at home right away. Just about everything you need is right along the lake. Either campfires at the house or down by the lake. Highly recommend The Blue Jay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley V., Greensboro, NC

Quiet and clean cabin!

We traveled to Canadotha Lake to attend a friend’s wedding. We arrived to a clean cabin, with everything ready for us. Communication with the owner was great, he answered quickly each time. Property entry and check out instructions were clearly communicated. We had a great time at the lake and got to explore the western side of Pennsylvania. Beautiful countryside and yummy food at nearby diners. Thanks for a nice place to stay, at a beautiful lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frederick O.

Great spacious cottage for family of all ages!

Our family has been coming to canadohta for years; this was our first time on the “quiet side”. We very much enjoyed our stay at the spacious Blue Jay. We enjoy a busy weekend, visiting Erie and Waldameer along with enjoying Canadohta lake and found the large firepit area a great way to relax at the end of a busy day! The neighbors were very nice and we felt quite at home. The cottage was very clean and well stocked. The welcome book recommendations were great. Definitely a great, spacious cottage for families. We look forward to visiting the Blue Jay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Michael H.

An enjoyable extended weekend stay.

We enjoyed our stay, especially hanging around the fire pit area. Renting the paddle boards, kayaks and pontoon was a lot of fun. Also, there is an excellent mini golf nearby we enjoyed. We would describe the Blue Jay as more of a cottage than a lake house. It grows on you as you use it and has some positive upgrades. There is not much to do directly around the house as there is limited walking. The lake has very limited public access for hanging out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tyler E.

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

Teenager relaxation getaway

My 14 year old daughter and 3 of her pals just had a busy softball season, followed up by volleyball camp. Its hard to get to far away with all of our busy schedules. A few days sitting near the lake and watching the fire was just what they needed. They also took some walks to Happi Jax, the Anchor, and Lincan. We seen some neat wildlife at the damn and on the dock. Highky recommend the Blue Jay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Family fest

We gathered in town to celebrate my mom's 80th BD. She stayed on this same street since she was a child. The property has a great kitchen with everything anyone would need and the gas grill served our purposes very well. The outdoor space cannot be matched at any other lake property. The house has a great flow and since we had a variety of ages there were many options for "hang-out" spots. The neighbors were very welcoming and friendly. Bravo to the Blue Jay....
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brandan Lapek

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My sister and I are joint owners of The Blue Jay. We inherited the home in 2011. I currently live in Colorado with my wife, 2 kids, and 2 dogs. My sister lives in Mill Village with her husband, 2 dogs, and 2 cats. We both grew up in The Blue Jay on Canadohta Lake.

Why they chose this property

Our grandfather started going to Canadohta Lake in the 1940's and met our grandmother at the Canadohta Roller Rink. They raised 4 boys and 1 girl and spent their summers camping in the small field adjacent to The Blue Jay. They eventually saved up enough money to buy The Blue Jay. A few years later they began to buy a few small cottages in the area and rent them out by the week. When my grandparents became ill, sadly the small cottages had to be sold off to cover medical expenses. The Blue Jay was the last remaining cottage in the family. In 1998 an addition was built onto The Blue Jay to create a year round home. My sister and I were raised in The Blue Jay the majority of our adolescent lives. In 2011 our father passed and we inherited The Blue Jay, becoming 3rd generation owners. We began to remodel The Blue Jay in 2016 and completed in early June 2018. The Blue Jay was officially open for weekly summer rentals mid June 2018. We are thrilled to carry on our grandparent's legacy and get back into the rental business so families like ours can create lasting memories at Canadohta Lake for years to come.

What makes this property unique

The detached 3/4 acre private lakefront property makes The Blue Jay a gem ! It includes a new composite dock for fishing, swimming or tying your boat up, a lakeside firepit and a new covered pavilion for relaxing or having a lake side lunch in the shade.

Languages:

English