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LAKEFRONT PRIVACY ON SUNSET COVE

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The back covered deck facing the lake and sunset.
other lounge area of the deck
Entrance
Kitchen
Eat at counter in Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ripley, NY
  • Quincy Cellars
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mazza Vineyards
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lake Erie Speedway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LAKEFRONT PRIVACY ON SUNSET COVE

Relax in this super comfortable and cozy cottage high on the cliffs above the always changing waters of Lake Erie. Designed for total comfort and amazingly quiet respite from the real world, our location is reminiscent of the Amalfi coast, but a whole lot more convenient. Enjoy the indoor log burning fireplace with a gas starter, and our granite outdoor fire pit. We recently added a new 2024 Calspas Hottub, that overlooks the lake and sunsets, right off the deck of the cottage. We have a newly added Gazebo lakeside.. so you can enjoy a cocktail, and/or dinner, while taking in the most beautiful sunsets you will ever experience.

The cottage and gardens are perched high up on the cliffs of Lake Erie, currently there is no lake access to the water. Unfortunately the stairs were destroyed 3 times last year, due to higher than normal water levels, and the small beach was under water 90% of the season. So rebuilding them again seems futile at this time.....However, there is a pet friendly sandy beach at Barcelona Harbor about 7 miles away, that we use. It is a great place to swim, relax, kayak, Stand Up Paddleboard, and picnic. It is a sandy beach, and a sandy bottom lake floor...so easy to walk and swim.

There are several wineries and restaurants in nearby Westfield and North East... most visitors to Sunset Cove opt to spend most of their time unwinding on a chair, or on the swing watching some of the most glorious views on the planet.

We are located on the Lake Erie Wine Trail, and there are 26 wineries that make up the complete wine trail. Wineries are open YEAR ROUND and close only on major holidays. There is a very popular Wine Festival each year in late September as well as a cherry festival in July.

We are also only 20 miles away from The Chautauqua Institution, and the lake activities surrounding Lake Chautauqua. Chautauqua is well known around the world for its summer cultural concerts, lectures, operas, etc. For those who prefer a more active stay, there is a public boat launch where you can launch your boat or Jetski. Chautauqua is great for skiing, wakeboarding, and fishing…in the event that Erie is too rough. FYI- Chautauqua Marina also rents boats by the day.

If you want to get out on Lake Erie there is a public boat launch in Barcelona with overnight boat slips. Also, the same accessibility at North East Marina, going 4 miles towards PA on rt 5.

This is our summer “home away from home”, and we are pet friendly (as we have a dog). Please do not allow your dogs to dig (or roam) into the flower beds or the neighbors yard (the entire backyard is fenced). We want them to remain beautiful for everyone (With that in mind). Anyone staying for a week, there could be a time where yard care workers will be coming on the property to water the gardens, and mow the lawn. They will go about their business, but it is a necessity to keep the place looking great! We also have exterior only security cameras, to ensure that the property isn't being broke into while we are away. We also use it to monitor the yard and gardens while away, to know when to come up to water the gardens and mow the lawn, as we are over 2 hours away.

We hope you will enjoy your stay, and feel as comfortable and refreshed as we do every time that we are lucky enough to unwind here.

Property manager

Richard Marshall or Chris Hayes

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 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)
Dogs only. Max 2. Let us know what type of dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted on the decks.
Please take out the trash, and place them in the bins next to the house and back deck.
Please clean up and put away the dishes you use. Strip bed linens and towels that you used, and place them in the laundry bin in the laundry room.
We have a right of way through our yard with gates for the neighboring properties. It is rarely used, but could be without notice. Keep dogs close.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ripley

Located in Ripley, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Sparkling Ponds Winery and Quincy Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street Plaza and Bess Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Freeport Beach and Lake Shore Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ripley, NY

What's nearby

  • Quincy Cellars - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mazza Vineyards - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Freeport Beach - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Lake Erie Speedway - 19 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 34 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wings And Things - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Meeder's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Johnson Estate Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Arundel Cellars & Brewing Co. - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT PRIVACY ON SUNSET COVE pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT PRIVACY ON SUNSET COVE?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT PRIVACY ON SUNSET COVE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT PRIVACY ON SUNSET COVE located?

This family-friendly Ripley cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie and Ripley Community Park. Ripley Town Hall and Ripley Free Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wiener D.

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

Paradise Once More

Beautiful, relaxing and above average accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Beauty on the lake

Totally enjoyed our stay. View of the lake and the gardens was fantastic. Will definitely look to rent again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Wonderful, relaxing stay for families with or without pets

We had an excellent vacation experience at this comfortable and convenient vacation home. TVs, WiFi, comfortable beds, nice kitchen area, great backyard and view. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Breathtaking Lake View

Clean, cozy and comfortable with best view of lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Great Place for a Respite

The house is lovely and the view spectacular. Could not ask more from the hosts who made everything feel special!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Kyra B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake views.

Great Lake view of Erie lake. Fantastic accessibility to wineries and Chautauqua lake. Great fenced in back yard with patio. Will return to this home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Tranquil and relaxing

Magnificent!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Wonderful Stay

Our third time staying at this beautiful home. Other than some nasty weather we had a great time. Home is clean, comfortable and has all the amenities you need. The view of the lake is outstanding. Our two dogs loved running in the fenced in back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

relaxing

Enjoyed our stay. The cottage had just what we needed. Lovely to be able to let our dog run in the fenced in yard. He had a lot of fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Nice long weekend getaway

House was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Good central location for wineries. Beautiful view of lake from house and fenced in yard was great for our two small dogs. Had a relaxing long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great place to spend a few days with your partner and pooch!

The house was comfortable and welcoming. The backyard and porch were great places to waste some time. Our dog had a blast running around and meeting the neighbors. We'd absolutely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lori d.

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

Gorgeous

Sunsets and backyard were perfect for this location! We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadine G.

Spectacular sunsets!

The name of the house is truly fitting, the sunsets were amazing! Very well appointed and wonderful hosts! Fresh flowers all over the house! Had a very relaxing and enjoyable time! Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Perfection!!!

What an absolute gem of a place! Cozy, quiet, clean AND dog friendly with a fenced in yard!!! I’ve never settled into a vacation spot so quickly and comfortably. It felt like home right away! Everything that I could have needed was there, and seeing my pups so happy was just the absolute best part. Thank you so very much!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

Cozy cottage with beautiful lake views and sunsets!

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend stay at this beautifully renovated cottage. A perfect place to relax and unwind. Beautiful views, great deck and yard for grilling out, enjoying the lake views and sunsets, and having a bonfire. Thanks to the owners, Richard and Chris, for the welcome wine and candy, flexibility and quick responses to all communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

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

Lovely All Around

The house is lovely and so warm and welcoming with multiple vases of fresh flowers. It has everything you need and is comfortable and beautifully decorated. The house is even more beautiful than shown in the online pictures The gardens are gorgeous with lots of blooming flowers even in mid-October. The lake view is amazing and the dogs loved the fenced back yard. Chris is a great host and very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Lakeside stunner

We spent a long weekend here and found it to be exactly as advertised. Home was so well appointed, beautifully decorated, comfortable beds and furniture and just so…homey! Perfect location for us- close to great restaurants, golf, parks and beaches. The gardens and fenced yard were perfect for our pups to play and explore while we took in the stunning views from the gazebo. This place is such a gem but the most outstanding thing about this stay was the stellar communication and hospitality of our hosts. Would definitely stay here again and certainly recommend to others looking for something very special.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Just Like Home!!

This property "home" was excellent. When you walked into the front door it felt so warm & inviting. Everything little detail was taken care of for you. Everything that you could think of needing for a weekend getaway was there in the house. You can tell that the owners really had their guests in mind. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B., Chagrin Falls, Ohio

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

The View and the Garden

An incredible property located right on Lake Erie with a spectacular view and a diverse and gorgeous garden. The roses were in bloom when we were there and the flora smell drifted on the breeze as we sat around the fire pit enjoying smores. The house is lovely and had everything you could possibly need. We rented a boat not far away and it was an easy drive to Niagra Falls.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

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

Took my Breath Away

The views, the views, the views. The beautiful garden backyard was a setup for an amazing view of Lake Erie and those tranquil sunsets. A fenced yard for my dogs was a bonus. They really enjoyed all the scents. The gazebo was perfect for drinking coffee or wine, all watching the eagles soar by. This was a better then expected stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alex N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Erie Getaway

The exterior grounds of the property were amazing. The flower garden and the Jew of Lake Erie from the back yard was incredible. The location was great and the home was comfortable. The only negative experience was the cleanliness of the bathrooms. We had to clean the bathtubs and toilets upon arrival. Other than that everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F., Camillus,

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

A peaceful and beautiful lakeside retreat!

We stayed for a long weekend at this beautiful property and had an absolutely amazing time. The house itself is exactly as it is pictured. Everything was clean and the amenities were perfect for our group. The view of the lake from the house was incredible - it felt like we were at the ocean! The weather was perfect and the sunset was like nothing I have ever seen before. The rock beach was a little rough due to all the rain we have been getting, but we took the advice from the guest book and visited Barcelona Beach - it was perfect and only a five minute down the road. Would absolutely stay at this hidden gem again! Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Great location with beutiful views of Lake Erie.

The home owners did a fantastic job of creating a true “home away from home” experience. So many special touches, from the beautiful decor, to generous outdoor seating, to freshly cut flowers throughout the house! The pictures of the outdoor landscaping do not lie; it’s beautiful! I have stayed at several VRBO locations throughout the country, and I’ve never seen homeowners make such an effort to make you feel at home. Thank you, Chris and Richard. Your efforts were greatly appreciated by my entire family. Do yourself a favor and check this place out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Gorgeous Lake Erie Home with two Ahhhh-mazing Hosts

Can I give the property Six Stars? The view is sublime and the house is gorgeous and chock-full of lake charm. Chris and Richard are the quintessential hosts. No detail overlooked. Regardless of the soggy weather we encountered -- a good time was had by all. We had a rainy start, but we enjoyed a couple of Lake Erie sunsets. New moments seized and memories forged. We'll be back soon and hopefully in the throes of the summer sipping Limoncello from the Adirondack chair overlooking "ocean" Erie.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Jim K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs attention

Yes gardens r very nice but bldg needed thorough cleaning Bugs were in sink and counter area w garbage cans Garbage can area not clean had empty pop bottle layin there for how long?Bugs were issue for whole stay Room ac were filthy filters ever cleaned? Master bedroom linen was disgusting stains on mattress cover and pillows should be in trash not on bed ! Gas grill has like no bottom totally rusted away must b lit w match or lighter ? Not very safe. Dog hair on most furniture be prepared to brush clothes after sitting on it. As title suggests this place needs attention Absolutely ridiculous condition this was left in for rent cleaning was minimal at best
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Richard Marshall or Chris Hayes

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We are avid gardeners and water enthusiasts, and have totally transformed this property from top to bottom, inside and out, to have that relaxing resort getaway feel. It took only 2 short years to plant the expansive garden trails leading to the lake, along with gutting the entire house and coming up with an entirely new floor plan and upgrades. We are very proud of our accomplishment and want to share it with others. Please treat it with respect.

Why they chose this property

My father was born in Erie. I have been coming to Lake Erie since I was a child. We both love the water, sunsets, and relaxing feel of this property. It truly is our "Home away from Home". We hope that you feel the same about it, and will come back time and time again! When we toured the property for the first time in Feb 2016. We knew right away this was a keeper. Even though a lot of work was needed to bring it up to today's you couldn't beat the view!!! So I wrote a check on the spot to secure the property.

What makes this property unique

You will fall in love with the stunning views of the coast line and cliffs. It is especially spectacular on days where the lake is rough with large waves crashing up the face of the rock cliffs.

Languages:

English