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LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.
Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio
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9.6 out of 10
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m
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Burt, NY
- Place, Olcott Beach Carousel Park10 min walk
- Place, Black Willow Winery2 min drive
- Place, University At Buffalo - North Campus38 min drive
- Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
main bedroom
2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.
LaVida Cottage is following the CDC's current guidelines in protecting our staff and maintaining the highest cleaning standards in preparing for our guests.
Our preparation for your guest experience includes the following :
All cleaning staff monitor their health status according to the current CDC guidelines.
Our cleaning staff wear masks and gloves while cleaning and preparing the cottage for your visit.
All contact surfaces outside and throughout the interior of the cottage are wiped down and disinfected.
The refrigerator is cleaned and disinfected.
All bedding linens and blankets are washed and disinfected.
All floors are cleaned and vacuumed.
In addition to complying with the requirements of The CDC, we have the following special requirements of our guests:
• We are limiting the house occupancy to 6 people. No additional visitors during your rental are allowed.
• Guests will please limit the amount of luggage and personal items brought into the cottage to minimum needed to sustain their experience.
• Guests will not wear shoes of any kind in the cottage. Please bring your slippers.
Now for the positive stuff.
The cottage was built in the early 1950's and has been well maintained since.
Over the years it has developed a warmth and charm all its own. Walking down to the creek takes the noise of the world completely away and you only hear nature calling.
Our unique setting on the banks of the 18 Mile Creek offer 3/4 of an acre of privacy and a secure getaway from the congestion of modern life. Few local cottages offer this kind of privacy and expanse.
We have over 300’ of creek bank and a prime and unique southern view of the beautiful wetland for almost a mile, with no houses to interrupt the natural water and land scape.
We have an outdoor firepit, two patios and plenty of places to pitch a family tent, let your kids blow off steam, or your dog to run free.
We offer free off-street, security monitored, parking for guest vehicles, small trailers and fishing boats. The alignment of Park Lane street and our main driveway allows easy pull in or backing in of a vehicle and trailer.
The interior of the cottage presents a laid back lake cottage atmosphere. Our newly installed air conditioning provides a cooling respite from the warming climate.
Right across from our cottage is Park Lane and as the name suggests, it leads to the huge “Krull Park”. The park has many activities from a small RC airfield to a stunning overlook of Lake Ontario with many picnic sites and kiddy attractions. Depending on conditions, swimming is allowed at the beach.
Olcott offers a quaint and quiet setting two blocks from the cottage. Many years ago, a small replica of a New England wharf took shape and the quaint shops now offer a unique shopping and eating experience. We also have several great bars and restaurants within walking distance and nearby via car.
Our preparation for your guest experience includes the following :
All cleaning staff monitor their health status according to the current CDC guidelines.
Our cleaning staff wear masks and gloves while cleaning and preparing the cottage for your visit.
All contact surfaces outside and throughout the interior of the cottage are wiped down and disinfected.
The refrigerator is cleaned and disinfected.
All bedding linens and blankets are washed and disinfected.
All floors are cleaned and vacuumed.
In addition to complying with the requirements of The CDC, we have the following special requirements of our guests:
• We are limiting the house occupancy to 6 people. No additional visitors during your rental are allowed.
• Guests will please limit the amount of luggage and personal items brought into the cottage to minimum needed to sustain their experience.
• Guests will not wear shoes of any kind in the cottage. Please bring your slippers.
Now for the positive stuff.
The cottage was built in the early 1950's and has been well maintained since.
Over the years it has developed a warmth and charm all its own. Walking down to the creek takes the noise of the world completely away and you only hear nature calling.
Our unique setting on the banks of the 18 Mile Creek offer 3/4 of an acre of privacy and a secure getaway from the congestion of modern life. Few local cottages offer this kind of privacy and expanse.
We have over 300’ of creek bank and a prime and unique southern view of the beautiful wetland for almost a mile, with no houses to interrupt the natural water and land scape.
We have an outdoor firepit, two patios and plenty of places to pitch a family tent, let your kids blow off steam, or your dog to run free.
We offer free off-street, security monitored, parking for guest vehicles, small trailers and fishing boats. The alignment of Park Lane street and our main driveway allows easy pull in or backing in of a vehicle and trailer.
The interior of the cottage presents a laid back lake cottage atmosphere. Our newly installed air conditioning provides a cooling respite from the warming climate.
Right across from our cottage is Park Lane and as the name suggests, it leads to the huge “Krull Park”. The park has many activities from a small RC airfield to a stunning overlook of Lake Ontario with many picnic sites and kiddy attractions. Depending on conditions, swimming is allowed at the beach.
Olcott offers a quaint and quiet setting two blocks from the cottage. Many years ago, a small replica of a New England wharf took shape and the quaint shops now offer a unique shopping and eating experience. We also have several great bars and restaurants within walking distance and nearby via car.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Parties/ Events require prior approval
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
THIS IS A SMOKE FREE PROPERTY
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, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dirty dishes, turn off all facuets, close and lock all windows, turn off all lights
Text me upon your departure.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Parties/ Events require prior approval
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
Property Registration Number STRPB240005
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Burt
Located in Burt, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wilson-Tuscarora State Park and Town of Lockport Nature Trail, while Hrvol House Museum and Erie Canal Discovery Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Burt, NY
What's nearby
- Olcott Beach Carousel Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Black Willow Winery - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
- University At Buffalo - North Campus - 38 min drive - 52.3 km
- Niagara Falls State Park - 45 min drive - 68.7 km
- Rainbow Bridge - 46 min drive - 62.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wilson Boat House Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Mariners Landing - 10 min walk
- Wilson Brew Co. - 10 min drive
- Wilson House Restaurant & Inn - 10 min drive
- Jeans Bar And Grill - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Michael Ritenour
I am a retired underwater construction professional who loves living near the water.
Voyaging on our sailboat is my passion along with making new friends and seeing strange lands.
LaVida Cottage reflects the laid back and relaxed style of cottage/sailboat living that has always appealed to me.
Sharing our cottage with fellow travelers is a prime opportunity to interact with folks from around the world. Right up our alley!
Voyaging on our sailboat is my passion along with making new friends and seeing strange lands.
LaVida Cottage reflects the laid back and relaxed style of cottage/sailboat living that has always appealed to me.
Sharing our cottage with fellow travelers is a prime opportunity to interact with folks from around the world. Right up our alley!
Why they chose this property
LaVida cottage is located on a major fly away and wetland.
Our 300 foot frontage on this wetland gives a spectacular overview of the activity 50’ below you.
In addition, the 1 acre backyard provides peace and tranquility, as well a great place to catch a starry night.
Our 300 foot frontage on this wetland gives a spectacular overview of the activity 50’ below you.
In addition, the 1 acre backyard provides peace and tranquility, as well a great place to catch a starry night.
What makes this property unique
We are located two blocks from Krull Park And it’s a beautiful walks over looks beach and historic building.
World-famous (they literally ship all over the world) Byes Popcorn Stand is located within a few hundred feet of our south driveway. They have been in business for over 79 years.
The town Marina is just over the Rt.18 bridge about five blocks away, with access to Lake Ontario and it’s famous fishery through the town marina or the two private marinas and the Olcott Yacht Club.
Niagara County and the town of Newfane are proud to announce the installation of the Outer Harbor Breakwall, giving boaters a safer and more expanded harbor.
World-famous (they literally ship all over the world) Byes Popcorn Stand is located within a few hundred feet of our south driveway. They have been in business for over 79 years.
The town Marina is just over the Rt.18 bridge about five blocks away, with access to Lake Ontario and it’s famous fishery through the town marina or the two private marinas and the Olcott Yacht Club.
Niagara County and the town of Newfane are proud to announce the installation of the Outer Harbor Breakwall, giving boaters a safer and more expanded harbor.
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