Historic Estate on Chautauqua Lake | House in Mayville

10.0 (49 Reviews) |   8 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Chautauqua House | Historic Estate on Chautauqua Lake

8 Bedroom House in Chautauqua, Mayville

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This gorgeous 6,221 sqft home sits the perfect distance across open lawn to its private dock and 270 feet of frontage near Whitney Bay on the western side of Chautauqua Lake. This bay is known as a great fishing spot and is perfect for a relaxing kayak, canoe or stand-up-paddleboard outing and beautiful views of sunrises and sunsets. The large dock has two open 30' slips, enough room to moor your boat and/or jet-skis, and a great place to swim or fish if open water isn't your thing (fishing by permit only, poles and tackle available at the house).
Whether you're looking to enjoy quiet solitude or to host a family event, Magnolia-on-the-Lake is designed for year-round enjoyment. This unique house has 23 rooms, including eight bedrooms and six full bathrooms (one en suite). A perfect home for a multi-generational family getaway with space to gather for pool, games or a movie, as well as a number of private spaces to relax peacefully and enjoy the scenery. Indoor and outdoor games and toys for all ages are available. The large, open kitchen has been updated with marble, stainless steel, and modern Thermador appliances. A large grill is available on the porch outside the Butler Pantry. Towels and bedding are provided, with two washers and dryers on separate floors for your convenience on longer stays. Wi-Fi is available throughout the house and, although our TV's are “smart”, Chromecast is the preferred method to access your streaming services because it allows you to cast directly from your mobile device without logging in to our systems or forgetting to log out. Tour local breweries, wineries, golf courses and local restaurants close by, or take a short drive to explore nearby Jamestown, and check out the new National Comedy Center (which was built with a significant contribution from a foundation started by the originating family of this house).
On the grounds of the estate you will find an expansive lakeside lawn and a private park-like garden area with mature trees and many species of decades old plantings. Multiple sitting areas allow you to enjoy the tranquility of a small pond and a variety of aquatic birds which frequent there. Absorbing the beauty of original hardscapes will bring you back to another time.
Founders of this magnificent estate chose the perfect spot and spared no expense giving its preserved unique character and charm. Step back in time and enjoy Chautauqua Lake as its famous occupants have done for decades. Relive the elegance of the past with all the conveniences of today.
Read a detailed description of the home's history and the fascinating people who lived here, along with original floor plans and many more pictures at magnoliaonthelake.com.

Historic Estate on Chautauqua Lake is located in Chautauqua. Historic Estate on Chautauqua Lake provides accommodation, featuring Accessibility, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Accessibility, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Historic Estate on Chautauqua Lake has 8 Bedrooms , 6 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chautauqua has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Chautauqua, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • 6 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Note from host: Collect/dispose of butts in exterior containers
Activities
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness center
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sailing nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Table tennis
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 6221 sq ft (578 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 40
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: no less than 2 adults for every minor child (1-17)
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings;maximum event attendees: 20;no outdoor music or loud activities after 11pm
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;collect/dispose of butts in exterior containers

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: no outdoor music or loud activities after 11pm parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 property registration number 2237 property registration number 2237 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: 2237

Reviews

Leah L.
Jul 17, 2025 07:34:02 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had a fabulous time visiting Magnolia on the Lake. We had 12 people (10 adults and 2 littles) for an extended family vacation. Here are our favorite things about the house. 1. The house is beautifully and tastefully decorated. The rooms are large and spacious. It's an older house and I love the way they have preserved the history while still providing the modern amenities. It was so cool reading the story of the house books and architectural displays. 2. Very well stocked - spices, pantry, s'mores stuff. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and bathrooms. Enough toilet paper, cleaning supplies, garbage bags, etc. We also loved that we could leave unopened items in the pantry and condiments in the fridge when we left. We hate having to throw stuff like that away when we check out of a rental. 3. We enjoyed the canoes/kayaks, fishing poles (we caught lots of little fish off the dock), life jackets, pool table, and children's toys. Our little ones particularly loved the play kitchen and coloring supplies. 4. We loved watching the bird feeders outside the kitchen window, picking and eating a few wild raspberries, the outdoor pond, beautiful flowers, chasing fireflies, and of course the lake was fabulous!5. Roger is so accommodating and available. He texted me back quickly when I had questions. Thank you Roger for the nice little touches! We especially enjoyed the chocolates, fresh cut flowers, coffee and tea.
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