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Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip

The lightkeeper's refuge is a charming 3 bedroom cottage with grand balconies and views of Lake Erie. Located across the street from the historic Barcelona lighthouse, the public boat slip and public beach. Want privacy? Enjoy luscious gardens and a view of the grape vines in the backyard.

The area is known for its wine and breweries, a quaint town with many small restaurants and stores including amazing antique shops and local market! The house is stocked with sustainability in mind and we think you'll love this area for all the local shops and small businesses.

Property manager

Kathleen Clark

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No vaping or smoking inside the house or balcony

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Must be notified in advance & extra deposit req'd

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: balconies & beach traffic are not for small kids
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Entire house Lightkeeper's Refuge lakehouse

About the neighborhood

Map
Westfield, NY

What's nearby

  • Johnson Estate Winery - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Mazza Chautauqua Cellars Five & 20 Spirits and Brewing - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Chautauqua Lake - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Chautauqua Institution - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Lily Dale Spiritual Center - 33 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Jamestown, NY (JHW-Chautauqua County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪21 Brix Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Westfield Main Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Johnson Estate Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪CJ's Pizza & Subs - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Erie and within 3 mi (5 km) of McClurg Museum and Westfield Memorial Hospital. Johnson Estate Winery and Grape Discovery Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Private Home: Lightkeeper's Refuge steps to beach, marina and boat slip Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Had a very nice stay and enjoyed spending time with family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Windber, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing beautiful location
We had a great time. The house is in a perfect location! Very clean with everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay!
This was our 2nd time staying at this property and we were so glad we returned! The house is spacious and well appointed, and the location couldn’t be better! Loved having my morning coffee on the upper deck and I enjoyed the view of the lighthouse and harbor. Will be back again, I hope!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MIke S., Avon, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Weekend Getaway
The property had a beautiful view. It was very clean, with a comfortable bed. The kitchen was well equipped and the game room was nice. Only thing we could have used was a grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W., Mount Vernon, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lakeside House with Beautiful Views
This house exceeded our expectations and was very accommodating for our group of friends who wanted the perfect summer beach trip. The house was clean and provided us with all the necessary amenities. Morning coffee on the balcony, front row views of the beautiful lighthouse and marina, and a close proximity to the beach, breakfast diner, and fishery were the highlights of our stay at the Lightkeeper's Refuge. The host was a big help and quick to respond. I would highly recommend this location and cannot wait to return to beautiful Barcelona and the town of Westfield.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas & Betsy B., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure Relaxation
Another wonderful stay at the Lightkeepers Refuge. The added seating on the top balcony was perfect. Mornings couldn't be better on that balcony rain or shine. Watching the boats head out for the day, breathing the fresh Canadian air, (we had no issues with the Canadian wildfires) there is nothing more relaxing. Dining at Brazill's is highly recommended. We are still enjoying our pies from Portage Pies, definitely worth the stop. Sadly we weren't able to make it to The Parkveiw for their fabulous chicken salad. Nothing but relaxing. No need to worry about anything. If you do need anything, its just a little drive into Westfield.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

David R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
DISAPOINTED
HOUSE WAS OLD AND DIRTY OUR FEET TURNED BLACK PROBLEMS WITH ANTS .COULD NOT USE THE OVEN DUE TO GREASE. OWNER WOULD NOT ANSWER OUR EMAIL. TRUCK TRAFFIC WAS HEAVY AND NOISY ENJOYED THE LAKES AND TOWN YOU COULD WALK TO STONEY BEACH ENJOYED THE VIEW AND CONVIENCE TO MARINA
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly What We Wanted!
My wife and I were looking for a comfortable/secluded home that was close to highway access. This home was perfect! We were able to easily see a lot of WNY due to the multiple nearby roads and highway. Additionally, the quaint town of Westfield was close so we were able to go grocery shopping, get coffee, and pick up take-out from multiple restaurants that were all within 5 mins. The house itself came exactly as advertised! We spent a lot of time in the back room reading, playing games, and watching TV. The house was really clean and had a lot of nice touches. We stayed in the middle of the winter and it was NOT drafty as every room felt toasty and warm! The layout was also perfect as you could hang out together or go to another room to get some privacy. The pier and light house across the street were beautiful. There was also a nice beach within a 1/4 mile with some great views and a lot of driftwood. The owner of the home was amazingly quick to respond to messages and you can tell she truly cares! Additionally, she was understanding, patient, and terrifically kind. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah R.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Variable Experience
I feel compelled to leave a review that is an accurate representation of our stay. Despite most reviews indicating a 10/10 experience, which speaks for itself, our experience was not fully the same. When we got there the lockpad to get in was being finicky. The host was very response via phone to help us get in. We arrived later in the evening (8:30pm) so were hoping to settle in and relax. After we got inside the host called us back to let us know there had been a mistake and the cleaning crew had never come to clean. She did immediately offer to refund our trip if we wanted to stay elsewhere (which wasn’t an option, it was late and we had nowhere else to go) and also offered to contact her cleaner to send her out right away. She offered to refund us the cleaning fee, which was nice but didn’t feel sufficient in my perspective. She did get the cleaners out about 30 minutes later which was nice and the cleaners were very nice. They cleaned until about 10:30/11 and then we were able to get ready for bed. The host reached out to offer a better refund due to the trouble/stress which felt more appropriate to us. The rest of our stay was completely fine and we enjoyed the space. The initial stress does not seem to be a regular occurrence.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas & Betsy B., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for Family to Meet
Wonderful! Words really cannot describe what a fabulous relaxing refuge this is. Kathleen and her staff have thoughtfully designed the Lightkeepers Refuge for a carefree stay. Everything you'll need for your stay is there. My husband & I booked in hopes that family nearby could visit. The offer of unlimited WIFI got our nieces there, but surprisingly they stayed, sleeping in often. I'm guessing their beds were just as comfy as the master. There was plenty for the 4yr old to explore in the yard, when we weren't across the street at the lake. The game room provided actives to keep him entertained also. I can't begin to describe the beauty of the porch and decks. The swing on the second story deck was so peacefully enjoyable. The back deck overlooking the grapes was the best for stargazing. Being there during harvest was an added plus also, Oh the sweet smell of grapes in the air. Chautauqua County is my favorite place to recharge, and the Lightkeepers Refuge delivered 100%!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting
With a vineyard and garden in the backyard this house is perfect. We were able to watch restoration of the lighthouse across the street and had a wonderful view of Lake Erie. The house is also perfectly located for quick day trips to Buffalo, Niagara, and Chautauqua.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Fabulous Stay!
I believe this is our 3rd stay at the Light Keepers Refuge, and we hope to return again. I could go on about the comfy beds or the accommodating space for friends and family while visiting the area, but its the fresh air that is gem of this property. The fresh Canadian air that blows through this home is truly restorative. You just feel better when you stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
The house was clean and we felt very safe as all doors and windows locked and had deadbolts too. The outside is as beautiful as the inside with the view of the lake, wow! I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We all had a wonderful time staying here. Loved that you can walk to a small beach, sit in the porch and watch boats on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

niki r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family weekend!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our week as a family here! The house had everything we needed and the host was wonderful!! Perfect location. We enjoyed the close access to the beach. The home was very clean and welcoming. We would absolutely book this home again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in a wonderful location
My partner and I came here with our dog for a mini-moon right after getting married and we had such a wonderful time. The harbor and the beach right across the street are beautiful and were very quiet on weekdays. We had a lovely time visiting local wineries and were able to find plenty of restaurants with dog-friendly patios so our pup could join us for dinner. The house is really charming and the host was very helpful and responsive - we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

christian w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
It was a great few days amd we will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
My family and I had a great vacation at Lake Erie. The property is beautiful and the house was clean, great location, beautiful views and provided everything we needed and more!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Our stay was too short! We loved our stay and hope to come back and explore more. The house had everything we needed and was very clean and well appointed. We loved sitting on the upper porch swing with a view of the lake and lighthouse. The host was wonderful and check in and out were easy. We hope to return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Beautiful!!!
We had a wonderful time in a wonderful location! We thoroughly enjoyed the beauty of Lake Erie from the home and from the beaches, which are in walking distance. Sunsets over the lake were especially beautiful. We also enjoyed the lighthouse and the town of Westfield.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
We were looking for a house to celebrate my moms 60th birthday and we picked the perfect place!!! Kathleen was wonderful from the start, answering all our questions prior to arriving. The house was exactly what we were looking for, lots of space to be together and yet spread out when we needed our own space. It was perfect walking distance to the beach and directly across the street from a beautiful light house!! Would 100% recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing weekend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Had a great Vaca - property was exactly as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway!
The beach house was a perfect place to spend a vacation. Access to the beach/marina is very close; town is just a few minutes away. House is very spacious, and the outside porches with bench swing and bench were very relaxing places to spend time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We enjoyed the house and surrounding area very much. The house is right across the road from an old lighthouse and steps from several beaches (sandy and rocky-take your pick). The host is very responsive. Wonderful activities include Niagara Falls, Erie Canal, Dunkirk Lighthouse and Park, Lucille Ball/Desi Arnaz Museum, and the National Comedy Museum. Also lots of vineyards and excellent restaurants!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Escape
My family just suffered a tremendous loss so we needed to spend the Easter holiday away from the usual holiday traditions as part of our healing. My parents and my daughter relaxed and played board games. The new family puppy loved walking on the shore. The sunrise and sunsets were spectacular. The hosts had every single amenity handled—from coffee to snacks, extra towels to dishware. During this time if year, most tourist spots were closed but it was an easy drive to Niagara Falls and the natural beauty of the area makes for pleasant day drives. Highly, highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022