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Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie

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A bar area with a wooden counter and stools, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a sliding glass door leading to a deck with outdoor furniture, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious kitchen with a bar area, wooden chairs, and a dining table.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a central island, and a hanging light fixture.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and skylights.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Erie

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ripley, NY
  • Place, Sparkling Ponds Winery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Erie Speedway
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Splash Lagoon
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ripley

Located in Ripley, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Freeport Beach and Lake Shore Railway Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street Plaza and Bess Center. Lake Shore Center for the Arts and Burch Farms Country Market are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Ripley, NY

What's nearby

  • Sparkling Ponds Winery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Erie Speedway - 17 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Presque Isle Downs and Casino - 30 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Peek'n Peak Ski Resort - 31 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Splash Lagoon - 34 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meeder's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Skunk and Goat Tavern - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage with Hidden Cove on Lake Erie located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ripley cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie and Sparkling Ponds Winery. Fishermans Beach and Ripley Community Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and secluded. A little quirky, but nice. Grounds could use some TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, peaceful, great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
5/10. The owner seemed nice enough but the listing needs updated pictures and the rate needs to halve. For the right price, the house is charming and quirky. At luxury rates, it’s false advertising. The grounds are overgrown, the house has lots of little issues that add up, and the expectations set are not met. For instance, chairs featured in the picture of the fire pit are busted up and tossed in the bushes. The pictures of the “beach” may as well be removed. Meanwhile, the overall vibe of the house is “overlooked.” I made sure to leave the mouse poop and cobwebs to illustrate the point. The house has a lot of potential - the pictures and property website prove that proper management can make it something special.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Location

We really enjoyed our stay. The location is amazing and there's lots to do close by. Sitting by the water watching the sunset with a bottle of local wine was the highlight.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private, nice view of the lake, close to many wineries (and an EV charging station).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Erie Cottage

Property was gorgeous and cute town and beautiful beach within 10 minutes away. Gorgeous sunsets everynight we were there. Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed the property and area! Thank you so much for staying with us and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Stay

Spent the weekend at “hidden treasure” Absolutely breathtaking view of Lake Erie. Quiet and peaceful getaway location Very happy with everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great quiet get away

Nice clean living area with a great view from all rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2023
Thank you Brian for your positive review! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible secluded paradise

This place was simply amazing. Sunsets were the best, along with the stunning views! We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us and your kind words! Yes, the property is often described as amazing. We love sharing it with others!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and private

We enjoyed our stay in Ripley. Saw the eagles alot- flying through the yard at times!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super peaceful and amazing view.

Absolutely coming back to this property, would live here in a heartbeat. Couldn't ask for a better host. My wife and I saw two bald eagles while on our stay at the cottage, amazing sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday trip

Perfect quiet location to spend the evening after wine country tours and diner out. Serene environment to wake up to every morning. Host was exceptionally helpful and communicative whenever I had a question. Great location, great area and fantastic property owner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We love to create an awesome place to help our guests celebrate the special times in their life!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful scenery

Nice peaceful place to stay. Was a little upset that the water was high and there was no beach at the cove, as stated in the information and seen in the pictures but it was beautiful. The inside of the cabin was very nice. The outside needed some clean up but over all it was a nice weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
I am sorry Lake Erie took the beach away. This has never happened to us before and we have owned the property for three years. We asked the prior owners and they said, yes, sometimes it does that and then it comes back. There is never a large beach. Also, it is so wet in the Spring that we cannot mow the entire two acres. There are some areas as you can see we got the mower stuck multiple times. Fortunately, in June we are able to mow everywhere. However, we are always able to mow dirrectly behind the cottage and by the firepit which are the only areas that guests will go.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Getaway

The privacy and the views definitely were not oversold. The view from fire pit looks tropical. We found Five & 20 Spirits and Arundel Cellars on our last night, wish we would have found them sooner. The impromptu band at Five & 20 was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was to die for and the property was so enjoyable and serene. The cottage was rustic but being from the area I get the unique charm of the older homes in the area. The host was very communicative and in my opinion fantastic. The few things to note is the pot, pans, and cooking utensils were extremely basic and so cooking easy meals was a challenge. There is also not a place to hang clothes. These are easily remedied and in my opinion should not deter anyone from renting this unique property…just quirks to be aware of. Please be warned that if you are tall you will hit your head going up the stairs if you do not notice how low the ceiling as you go…which is easy to overlook when you’re tired from a long day or two of travel. Unfortunately my husband hit his head pretty bad taking suitcases to the main bedroom. There is signage on the way down but none on the way up. As long as you’re mindful it shouldn’t be an issue. Overall we had a fabulous time and I would recommend this property to others!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique hideaway with all the conveniences

We loved our stay at the end of the gravel road from the main highway. The grounds are well kept and invite strolling around a bit, with the groundhog. The host maintained excellent communication. The bed upstairs is very comfortable for sound sleep. This is very close to relatives in Pennsylvania. We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wine venture

The cabin was very nice, clean and had everything you needed. Bit of a problem with drowsy bees though. Had to rid around 10 of them. Not sure where they were coming from but Overall it was a lovely place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Big issues on the house not being clean, cobwebs, dirty. First minute in the house my daughter wanted to make coffee, she finds a swirl of festering mold sitting at the bottom of the coffee pot, she was grossed out. First night, at midnight, my other daughter sees a mouse run under their bedroom door and freaks. Toaster Oven didn't work, Outdoor grill was FILTHY/uncleaned and unusable, Wanted to wash a pan, there was no dish soap. No place to hang clothes, No nightstands or lamps, No curtains in main living room, broken blinds in bedroom and bathroom, Grounds were unkept and overgrown, with grass cut maybe a week earlier. This Vrbo AD lists two photos of a small cove beach, which should not be posted since the lake has taken them away (even with small written disclaimer). Lastly, to pay 4-or5 Star nightly rates, higher end service and expectations -- but we were super unhappy and wholly underwhelmed with this poor experience. Certainly no where near worthy of the excessive charge.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location!! We were thrilled with the view, the quietness of the surrounding area, and the tranquil setting of the house. We were looking for a quiet respite and that is exactly what this place will do for you. We fished from the dock and the cliff, we didn't catch anything, but it was so wonderful to just be together with my husband. We had coffee and watched the water and just mellowed out and finished the day by seeing the gorgeous sunsets. Rock hunting was great fun too.! God is good and we were thrilled to get a couple of days away from duties, jobs, and obligations. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Total seclusion and waterfront sunsets.

Fantastic seclusion and waterfront, a rare combination. Only one other home is even visible from the property, and it did not appear to be in use at this time. Also the wildlife, we saw deer, groundhogs and chipmunks right on the grounds, and bald eagles overhead. This is an older home which shows its age on the outside, but the interior is nicely redone. If you like total seclusion and waterfront sunsets, this is a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very unkept property, umbrella was torn broken no point of having it attached to deck . Place seemed to left to the elements, gardens , decor outside in shambles . All overgrown weeds all around house property etc . We made the best of the situation. Propane grill somewhat worked, tank was bone dry . Old brooms hanging on front door area that looked like it wasn’t usable for years . Trees fallen around property. Was very unkept outside . We made the best of the circumstances and situation. Overall we had a good time . I would not recommend to anyone looking for a place to go outside and enjoy . Has lots of potential, but overall lack of property management or maintenance etc was completely unacceptable for a Vrbo standard. Secluded yes private yes . Run downed landscape and outdoor decor if you could call that was terrible rotted etc . Not sure if the property owner just gave up on place a few years ago . I’m sure covered in a foot or more of snow would be fine would hide all the outside issues I suppose. When you get dealt a lemon for a property all you can do is suck it up and try to make lemonade and salvage your vacation .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful secluded place on Lake Erie

If you are looking for a place to unplug, rest, and relax, this is the place. We took advantage of the location and spent a day in Niagara Falls. We also explored some of the local area beaches (Twenty mile beach and Shades beach). We were lucky enough to drop the ladder one day and swim in beautiful Lake Erie. The property is absolutely beautiful. We picked wild blackberries and enjoyed the sunset each night from the dock. We are returning to life rested and rejuvenated. The host is great! They took care of us very quickly when a concern arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location!!

This was a girls trip for my daughter's and I. We LOVED the Cove so close to the house! We had breakfast on the ledge above and were mesmerized by the huge crashing waves which sounded like thunder at times! We got drenched once even though far away. The sunsets were breathtaking unlike we've ever seen! The water was way too rough to swim in while we there but someone did just a few days before our stay. The yard was filled with beautiful wildflowers. We brought folding chairs which we were SO glad we did to be able to sit near the waves. The house was very comfortable and unique. It had everything we needed. Thanks for a great stay. It would be great to see it at another time of the year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us! Yes, Lake Erie can be as calm as glass one day and powerful crashing waves the same day. Would love to have you back again! Glad you enjoyed your stay and beautiful sunsets!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This trip was a once in a lifetime opportunity that I will absolutely never forget. The view on the property is something out of a movie and it truly offers a piece of mind that no longer exist in the world we live in my fiancé, and I enjoyed attempting to fish at nearby docs, we also locally made wine and enjoyed sitting by the pellet stove where we got warm together we watched bald eagles, fly in the morning and observed black squirrels, climbing trees in the location. We have made it our agreement to try to travel somewhere every year, it is easy to say that this one will likely never be topped. Thank you to the host who is easy to contact and willing to go out of his way to teach us how to use the pellet stove. Nearby beaches offered a form of peace that seems to cleanse the mind and offer a gratitude unlike anything I’ve experienced. The diners in the area offer a warm small town interaction that feels connected in a way that I thought had disappeared in 2025. The amount of wildlife that we observed was phenomenal in the scenery in the fall is something a picture just cannot capture. The suggestions made by the host were thoughtful and kind. Because of this trip, I have a little more gratitude for my life, and I counted as one of my biggest blessings thank you for allowing my fiancé, and I have one last adventure before we become husband and wife I will cherish this place in my heart forever
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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