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Gifford House: 4BR, Secluded Lake House on 1.5 Acres with Private Dock
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8225.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
East Bedroom
1 Double Bed
North Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
South Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
West Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
First Floor Bath
Toilet
Upstairs Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Gifford House: 4BR, Secluded Lake House on 1.5 Acres with Private Dock
Welcome to The Gifford Homestead! Built in 1870 by Jeremiah Gifford, this 4 Bed, 1.5 Bath house is one of the original houses in the village of Lakewood. The house sits on a private, wooded 1.3 acre lot, and is a .2 mile walk to the lake and private dock (less than 5 mins).
There are 4 bedrooms (the house sleeps 8) plus a dedicated office on the second floor. Computer monitor and keyboard / mouse are there for your use. If you have a laptop, just plug in and you're ready to work! (Wifi Provided!)
There are two baths, one full upstairs and a half bath on the first floor. The kitchen is fully stocked (pots and pans, dishes, coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, crock pot, hand mixer, etc.) and there are also lots of restaurants (and yes a Starbucks, but we like the local place--Stedman's--more!) just a short drive away.
There is plenty of room on the first floor with a den area, a dinette area, plus a large formal living room and dining room. There is a first floor laundry area as well.
The lot is wooded and has plenty of areas to explore. There's a creek with a little bridge over it, a sandbox for the kids, a hammock for afternoon naps and a tree swing. There is a covered back porch with porch swing, a great place to have your morning coffee or glass of wine at the end of the day.
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Regarding bringing your boat: we have a dock slip at the local marina so you can bring your boat and keep it in the water for the duration of your stay!
The dock is located at Ready About Sailing in Celoron, a 9 minute drive from the house. Dock slips include the launching of the boat (crane or ramp), Wi-Fi, complimentary ice, electricity & water. The slip is for a boat up to 20' long. If your boat is larger than that, Ready About Sailing charges $15 per day.
There are 4 bedrooms (the house sleeps 8) plus a dedicated office on the second floor. Computer monitor and keyboard / mouse are there for your use. If you have a laptop, just plug in and you're ready to work! (Wifi Provided!)
There are two baths, one full upstairs and a half bath on the first floor. The kitchen is fully stocked (pots and pans, dishes, coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, crock pot, hand mixer, etc.) and there are also lots of restaurants (and yes a Starbucks, but we like the local place--Stedman's--more!) just a short drive away.
There is plenty of room on the first floor with a den area, a dinette area, plus a large formal living room and dining room. There is a first floor laundry area as well.
The lot is wooded and has plenty of areas to explore. There's a creek with a little bridge over it, a sandbox for the kids, a hammock for afternoon naps and a tree swing. There is a covered back porch with porch swing, a great place to have your morning coffee or glass of wine at the end of the day.
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Regarding bringing your boat: we have a dock slip at the local marina so you can bring your boat and keep it in the water for the duration of your stay!
The dock is located at Ready About Sailing in Celoron, a 9 minute drive from the house. Dock slips include the launching of the boat (crane or ramp), Wi-Fi, complimentary ice, electricity & water. The slip is for a boat up to 20' long. If your boat is larger than that, Ready About Sailing charges $15 per day.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Lakewood
Located in Lakewood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Point on Lake Chatauqua State Park and Midway State Park, while Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum and Robert H. Jackson Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Northwest Arena or Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lakewood, NY
What's nearby
- Chautauqua Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Lakewood Golf Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
- Chautauqua Institution - 15 min drive - 21.7 km
- Seneca Allegany Casino - 43 min drive - 72.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wegmans Market Cafe - 6 min drive
- Subway - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 6 min drive
- La Cocina - 2 min drive
- Buddy Brewsters Ale House - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Laura M.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little get away
Laura M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren F.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lake Weekend
Lauren F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kol L.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing Weekend
Kol L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanine H.
16 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully renovated farmhouse close to the lake, shopping, and a brewery!
Jeanine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
christine k.
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chautauqua dance weekend
christine k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather N.
7 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Get-Away
Heather N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shannon R.
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Cute place
Shannon R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gerald F.
21 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great home!
Gerald F.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
About the host
Your host
I live in Pittsburgh, but we love going to CHQ for a quiet weekend away. We love hosting people at the lake house when we're not using it and are happy to share our farmhouse with you!
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