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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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Beautiful Afternoon at The Blue Jay
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Spacious Backyard
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New Lakefront Firepit !

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Union City, PA
  • Place, Splash Lagoon
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Peek'n Peak Ski Resort
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Presque Isle Downs and Casino
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, 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" !

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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. Cornplanter State Forest and Oil Creek State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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

  • ‪The Orr Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Union City Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Retro Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Frog Pond Restaurant - ‬4 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 16 mi (25 km) of LeBoeuf Township Town Hall, Cornplanter State Forest and Riverside Brewing Company. Erie County Fairgrounds and Great Eastern Cutlery are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Great cabin.

Very well equipped cabin. Clean and every year we find something new they have improved on!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickie F.

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

3rd Timers Club

We’ve stayed at the Bluejay three times now, and they have all been lovely. Definitely our favorite place to stay at the lake. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend. The cottage is clean. We had plenty of yard space for the dogs and the neighbors are friendly. We got to go for a boat ride on the lake and watch Steeler football at the Frog Pond. Shopping is convenient. Loved nights by the fire pits.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed at The Blue Jay for the weekend to celebrate my grandson's 9th birthday. It was the perfect size for our family, very clean and cozy as well. It provided the perfect space for a weekend getaway for some much needed family time. The large table in the kitchen was perfect for playing games, and we enjoyed sitting around the fire in the evening just enjoying time together. Additionally, some of the family went fishing, used the paddle boat and kayak, and just enjoyed the lake component. Very peaceful. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Jay was amazing!!! Everything you need to come and enjoy family time. I am so happy that we found this cabin. The kitchen is perfect for preparing meals and game nights. Beds were very comfortable. The lake side space was so peaceful and perfect for the kids to fish. It was a little to cold to swim but we did enjoy the paddle boat and kayak. We are already planning our next trip!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, location, and tons of room!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience. The house was clean, spacious and cozy. Lots of things to do around the lake. The lake front pavilion and dock really put this place over the top! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay with large family and pets. Huge equipped kitchen, lots of beds, fire rings and lakeside area. Very well maintained and clean. We have stayed here multiple times and will come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend this rental! It was like a home away from home, spacious, inviting and memorable. The 2 fire pits/chairs were perfect spots for morning coffee and evening lakeside views. I enjoyed floating around the lake in the paddle boat and the private pavilion was great to play Yahtzee while it rained. We found the ice cream shops to be great for evening snacks and the miniature golf course was fun! We needed a chance to relax, and this was definitely the perfect spot for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. Cottage was perfect as was thel lakefront. Couldn’t ask for anything different
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

The Blue Jay

We totally enjoyed our stay at The Blue Jay at Canadohta Lake. It was spotless when we arrived and we felt very welcome. It was our 3rd year in a row staying there and never fails to impress us. From the morning breakfast to the evening campfire every day we loved our stay at The Blue Jay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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

Frederick O.

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

Another great stay

We have stayed at this property many times. Each time we are greeted with new updates. The property is clean and well kept, and we keep coming back which is the best compliment in my mind. The owner is readily available and quick to respond if and when needed. Look forward to visiting for many more years to come!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Joyce B.

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

FOR FAMILIES

I can see that this would be a good place for a family, as there is plenty of space to spread out. It's kind of big for one person though, and I thought that maybe rates should be adjusted accordingly. It's a walk to the shelter on the beach, but the view from there is quite nice. There are a lot of attractions close by, and Blue Jay would serve nicely for a base.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

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

Paul G.

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

Very Nice!!!!

This was our third year renting this cabin. Very well equipped and all the room we needed. Every year we find improvements . Would highly recommend this cabin!!!! So many extras.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 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

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.

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