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Your country getaway with trails and a pond

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Our 5 acre pond, just steps from the door. Very good Bass & Bluegill fishing.
Nestled in 65 private acres with your own 5 acre pond in Chautauqua County
Snow and ski sports
Exterior
A cozy home base for enjoying winter

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 792.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Findley Lake, NY
  • Place, Lake Erie Speedway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Grahamville Reservoir
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Peek'n Peak Ski Resort
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your country getaway with trails and a pond

Situated on 62 acres with views of our own private, 3.5 acre pond, both summer and winter are divine at Bally Loch(Galic for beautiful lake). Lots of snow in winter for skiing at Peekn Peak or The Wilderness Lodge just a few miles down the road. Our own property is also great for snowshoeing and xc skiing. Summer is equally blessed. Our large pond is fully stocked with bluegill and large mouth bass. Weedless and spring fed makes for a refreshing swim. Rural setting means the stars and moon are bright. Only minutes from Findley Lake and Peek 'N Peak Resort make this the ideal getaway for a restful family vacation OR for a creative retreat.
All the comforts of home--recently renovated and fully stocked kitchen as well as bathroom, central heating--is offset by cozy decor and fires for evening in fireplace. Everything provided including staples in the kitchen and top quality linens for beds and towels for bathroom.
Upstairs, two bedrooms offer one full size in master, and one full and twin in second bedroom.
Modern appliances, nice pots and pans, and china, silverware, and cutting knives. Picnic tables and fire pit, chairs and picnic tables outside. We now have an expansive and ever growing network of trails around the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Take trash out to bins behind shed Just leave the beds used unmade Wash dishes and empty coffee maker Leave dirty towels in a pile by the tub Turn off lights Lock the door when you depart
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Findley Lake

Located in Findley Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. North East Historical Society and Lake Shore Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wilderness Lodge and Freeport Beach. Burch Farms Country Market and Erie County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Findley Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Lake Erie Speedway - 6 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Grahamville Reservoir - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • French Creek Town Hall - 9 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Peek'n Peak Ski Resort - 11 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Penn State Erie - 13 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

  • Erie Station - 26 min drive
  • Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro 210 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪New Harvest Restaurant and Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pine Junction - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪French Creek Tavern - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your country getaway with trails and a pond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Your country getaway with trails and a pond?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Your country getaway with trails and a pond on 26 Mar 2026 start from AU$177, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Your country getaway with trails and a pond?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your country getaway with trails and a pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your country getaway with trails and a pond?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your country getaway with trails and a pond located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Grahamville Reservoir, Peek'n Peak Ski Resort and Lakeview Wine Cellars. Lake Erie Speedway and French Creek Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine. Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! Although, the bathroom was not convenient to the bedrooms, but we managed! Loved the back yard, the pond, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Norman R.

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

Peaceful

the property was very nice , fishing and hiking were good also .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in

Romantic get away

Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna R.

A beautiful escape with my family

Gorgeous property. It was a very relaxing and rejuvenating vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Bedrooms where a little small. The property that is with the cabin is awesome

Loved the pond and all the trails
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Bliss

Great little place full of history. Great views, great fishing, close to findley lake. We just had The best time. So relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful!!!! caught lots and lots of fish. loved the paddle boat. lots of surprises on the property to discover. check in with no problems. kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Family reunion

My daughter and I stayed here the weekend of my family reunion. The property is absolutely amazing! A true respite from The busy city we live in. The house is very cozy and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason Z.

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

Perfect place to relax

This was the third time we’ve stayed here. It nice and relaxing and close to good restaurants. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin M.

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

Seen Northern lights over the Lake

R&R much needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany E.

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

Wonderful getaway

Headed to NY for a long weekend with the family. This cottage was adorable and we all fell in love with it! It is in a great location with tons to do in just a short drive away, but there’s no need to leave the property. The lake, on site trails, and fire pit provided our family with the relaxing time we needed to end the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen D.

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

Great Pond

This place has a great fishing pond and wonderful wildlife walking trails. It is just a short drive to the town and beautiful Findley Lake. Murl was very quick to respond to any of our of our questions. Neighbors are very nice too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

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

Nice little cottage

Three of us stayed at the cottage while attending a retreat about 20 minutes away. We were gone from early in the morning until late at night so we didn't get to use any of the amenities. The beds were comfortable and had we been around during the day or evening, I'm sure we would have taken advantage of the lake for fishing and the fire circle. Everything we needed was right there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Great Location

It was a last minute decision to head to Peek & Peak for a ski competition and we prefer VRBO properties vs hotels when possible and this location met our needs. Hosts were on the spot with giving pre arrival instructions and direct contact information prior to our arrival. The cabin was clean and in a nice location away from busy roads but close enough to resort to make morning commute easy! The kitchen was well stocked with pots pans pantry items etc, even the frying pan was good which always my test of kitchens lol. The wood burning fire place made for cozy relaxation after long days on the slopes for our son and parents. This spot would be a great summer rental also with lake and nice back yard to enjoy the summer nights. Only not perfect thing to mention was the loft sleeping area, beds were as described clean with fresh linens but the ceiling is low.. please use caution when going in and out of sleeping area! Hope other folks can enjoy this properly like our family has! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mara R.

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

Lovely place!

We absolutely love this cottage. Beautiful home and wooded area. A nice pond in the back for fishing or paddle boats or just to enjoy looking at. My kids loved the hammock and playing on the dock. The also enjoyed the loft space and looking down on the living room from up top. I would go back in a heart beat. The hosts are genuinely nice and accommodating. I would give it 10 Stars if I could.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Even better than last year!

This was our second time coming here and we loved it! The property is so beautiful. We loved rowing and using the pedal boat on the pond and jumping off the floating dock into the water. We made pizza in the wood-fired pizza oven and roasted s'mores around the firepit. The local contact was super friendly and told us all about the property. This is a great place to just unwind. If it were closer to our home we'd come all the time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

David B.

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

As always wonderful stay

No problems. Although the price was reduced after I booked my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Excellent!!

Perfect cabin feel for a weekend ski trip, very easy contact with the host, would return for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melodie H.

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

Comfy cabin close to skiing

This property worked well for us so that we could ski at Peek'n Peak and maintain social distancing. It has a nice kitchen that is very well equipped. Some furnishings could be updated or removed, meaning the curtains. Beds were comfortable and it was nice to have the fireplace insert in the evenings. Overall worked great for us in a lovely setting. Property owner was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

We love this place

This was our 2nd time staying here so cozy and quiet for some much needed R&R
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Erika R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice but misleading Zero privacy..

There is a huge lack of privacy between the owners who live next door. We couldn't walk the property without being seen by owners. Pond is much smaller than expected and is also shared by owners. The firepit is closer to the property owners house than the rental.. Ok as for the inside don't plan on watching any TV minus DVDs.. Make sure to cover bathroom window seeing how it's a direct view to the property owners house.. Finally the sleeping situation is one big open loft with a dividing wall, bedding was clean and comfortable however if you're over 5 ft tall plan on wacking your head a few times also don't get to close to railing cause you could fall a good 10 ft to the livingroom below. Okay one last thing is you can hear the l-86 traffic noise in the background. Overall I would not rent this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

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

Cozy and peaceful

Had a wonderful time in this quaint little cottage! We especially enjoyed the row boat and fishing…. And had 3 amazing fires in the giant fire pit! Thanks fo sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer N.

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

Cozy Cottage

We absolutely loved this cozy cottage stay. The location was perfect, the cottage was adorable, and the pond was amazing. We could seriously have stayed just on the property for our whole trip and it would have been so relaxing (we did venture to Lake Erie to explore). The included toiletries and fire wood made a HUGE difference for us. The kitchen was well stocked and there were plenty of fluffy towels. I took away one star because the mattress on the master bed was like sleeping on a rock, but the overall stay was awesome, and we definitely plan to return!

About the host

Hosted by Murl Kinal

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My name is Murl and I grew up on this property. Swimming in the pond and exploring the woods with my brothers and cousins. Being an avid outdoorsman I love living in Chautauqua county. This place has everything. Mountain biking, fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting and boating and the list goes on. I love inviting people to enjoy our little slice of heaven.

Why they chose this property

We have owned this property or generations. Its our ancestral home and its where we come to meet and recharge. The surrounding area offers so much to explore.

What makes this property unique

The rural experience moves further and further away from those of us who live in cities for proximity to work and schools. A slice of heaven, Bally Loch is set like a jewel in the heart of Chautauqua County, which enjoys an abundance of powder snow in the winter and temperate zone lakes, farms and meadows in the summer.
Have you experienced the western New York village? with its white houses along main street, central square surrounded by shops savvy enough to know their market, cafes alongside diners, beaches along Lake Erie and the smaller lakes up on the escarpment, fruit orchards and vines along the Lake Erie plain?
We have plenty of water here! Temperatures in the summer range in the 60's at night and 70's in the day while winters can almost always be counted on for plenty of powder snow.
Spring brings wild leeks and maple syrup. Our hardwood forest offer a colorful and lingering autumn. Always a fresh breeze off Lake Erie!

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