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EVL Retreat- firepit & AC -quick walk to town, Pets welcome! Seasonal for winter

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Open living space
Food and drink
Private kitchen
Back patio with seating and grill overlooking creek
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ellicottville, NY
  • Winery of Ellicottville
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • HoliMont
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Holiday Valley Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Olean, NY (OLE-Cattaraugus County)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

bunk room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

main bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

master

Toilet · Shower only

powder room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

EVL Retreat- firepit & AC -quick walk to town, Pets welcome! Seasonal for winter

This is a recently renovated end unit townhouse- new furniture, updated kitchen/baths, and completely unique and charming style! Tons of great amenities!

Unbeatable location!

Ellicottville brewery .5 mi
Holiday valley resort .8 mi
Allegheny state park 11.6 mi

Perfectly positioned, with a 10 min walk to the Village/Holiday Valley to enjoy the shops, dining, live bands, and many events throughout the year. Grab your skis and hop in the car for a short ride to Holiday Valley/Holimont to hit the slopes. Ride the cruiser bikes around town in the summer!

You enter the property through a mudroom where you can store your ski equipment on the built in ski racks. Also located in the mudroom is a combination washer/dryer for your use. First floor has a fully equipped kitchen with both a keurig and regular coffee pot. Condiments and basic cooking essentials (Oil, cooking spray, sugar, flour, spices) are provided.
The couch in the living room pulls out to a full sleeper sofa. Roku smart tv with premium
cable including HBO/STARZ. Upstairs houses three bedrooms with brand new upgraded hybrid mattresses. Unwind from a day full of skiing or other activities in the Master bedroom that has a queen bed and full bathroom attached. The second bedroom has a queen bed and the third room has a bunk bed with a full on the bottom, twin on the top and a trundle. Another full bathroom services these 2 rooms.


***Pets are welcomed with approval and pet fee.

***Free parking right in front of the house. 3 car max. Parking is monitored via security cameras with live visual and audio feeds.

***BUNK BEDS
TENANT/STR RENTER is advised that:
1. Only one person should be allowed on the top bunk at a time, and there should be absolutely no horseplay on or under beds.
2. Kids and toddlers under the age of 6 should not be left unattended in a room with bunk beds or be allowed to use them.
3. Never hang any items such as belts or jump ropes to any part of the bunk bed, as these can pose a strangulation risk.
4. Always use a sturdy ladder to enter and leave the top bunk. Never play on the ladder and keep it free of toys, clothes, and other clutter.
5. Keep the area around the bed free of dangerous objects.

TENANT/STR RENTER agrees to use the bunk bed at his/her own risk and to hold the LANDLORD harmless for any damage and/or injury caused by TENANT’s said use of a bunk bed. TENANT shall be liable for any damage caused to the bunk bed.

***Charges for violation of rules/mistreatment of the property:

-Smoking/Vaping air purification and removal of malodor to linens etc.-$250
-unauthorized pets-$300
-noise violations-after 1st warning reservation will be canceled no refund
-parties-immediate cancellation of reservation no refund
-additional cleaning charges due to excessive mess/untidiness-$100/hour
- failure to check out by 11am will be charged at 50.00 USD per hour. -tampering with security cameras- cancellation of reservation no refund




Property manager

Danielle Francis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for infants or toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
All pets subject to owner approval case by case
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parking available-3 car limit. Driveway is Monitored via security cameras
No ski boots in the house-remove in mudroom
no excessive noise. quiet hours after 11pm. Noise complaints after will result in forfeiture of full security deposit.

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Ellicottville

Located in Ellicottville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Winery of Ellicottville and Holiday Valley Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Allegany State Park and Griffis Sculpture Park. Watson's Chocolates and Sky High Aerial Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and hiking nearby.
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Ellicottville, NY

What's nearby

  • Winery of Ellicottville - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watson's Chocolates - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sky High Aerial Adventure Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • HoliMont - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Holiday Valley Resort - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Olean, NY (OLE-Cattaraugus County) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Katy's Fly-in Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ellicottville Brewing Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gin Mill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dina's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is EVL Retreat- firepit & AC -quick walk to town, Pets welcome! Seasonal for winter pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at EVL Retreat- firepit & AC -quick walk to town, Pets welcome! Seasonal for winter?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EVL Retreat- firepit & AC -quick walk to town, Pets welcome! Seasonal for winter?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is EVL Retreat- firepit & AC -quick walk to town, Pets welcome! Seasonal for winter located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Winery of Ellicottville, Watson's Chocolates and Sky High Aerial Adventure Park. Holiday Valley Resort and HoliMont are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MS M.

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

Super clean, super organized................

We were there for a 3-day ski trip with our son & pups. The property was very welcoming and well-stocked with everything needed for a stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant A.

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

Family Trip

Perfect for 2 families, had a great time! Everything was as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody K.

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

Close to everthing

This was a great place! We were able to walk into EVL for dinner and only a 5 min drive to Holiday Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliette D.

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

Excellent EVL Stay

Our family of 5 stayed for 6 nights for a ski vacation. We had the best time. EVL Retreat was perfectly appointed with lots of space while still being cozy and everything you’d ever need.The location is great with an easy walk to shops and restaurants and a short drive to Holiday Valley. We had the best stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Keith K.

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

quick stop on the way to get a puppy

My family stopped here in route to get a puppy nearby the following morning. We enjoyed the fireplace which made our evening cozy. The location is nice - close to town and ski, although we didn't really utilize much of these things as our stay was out of season over Thanksgiving. Overall, really nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Great stay for a group of friends or family

Had an amazing time here!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Eclipse landing spot

Perfect spot for our trip to see the eclipse! Property was exactly as described. Super cozy! Felt more like staying in someone's home than the corporate vibe of a lot of other places we have visited. Although we chose to drive in to town, it was definitely walkable. We especially loved being able to bring our dog on her first vacation with us! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Well appointed, convenient, and cute

We spent a lovely weekend at this duplex. The host has really thought of everything you would need for a great ski weekend. The space is nicely decorated, and themed. We were very impressed with the attention to detail. Would happily book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Great stay

We came to ski and were only able to ski Friday due to weather, however the house had games, darts and all sorts of stuff to keep us entertained. It was a 0.4 mile walk to Ellicottville town which has a lot of entertaining shops and breweries. The house was spacious and cleanly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

This duplex is perfectly located near the center on town and just a few minutes from the ski slopes. We walked into town in the morning to grab coffee and at night for dinner. The house was super clean and well stocked. The bottle of wine was a nice touch. Dee is very responsive especially when we found amenities listed by VRBO not to be accurate. Definitely recommend this home for your next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camryn K.

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

Great location and cute place!

Super adorable and perfect location to town! Will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

We had a great stay. Super close to the resort and we were able to bring our lab with us.

As advertised. Owner was very responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Excellent ski weekend!

Perfect location for my young family. Close to the slopes. Would recommend and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Clean and cozy.

No complaints it’s a great place to stay close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fawn C.

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

Great location

This was a lovely property in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jen W.

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

Think twice about this one

The location of this house - close to ski resorts and town is ideal. However, a few things to consider before renting: -The rooms/gathering areas are much smaller than depicted. Ceilings are low and space is limited. Unable to walk around the queen and bunk rooms. Notes that sleeps 10....teenagers cannot fit in the bunk rooms and mattresses are old and lumpy. - The refrigerator is very small and did not keep food/drinks cool. Waffles and ice melted in the freezer. - Upon arrival, we found just 4 full size towels and 0 kitchen towels. After we contacted the owner, the cleaning service brought a few over....still not enough for a house claiming to accommodate 10. - We found items from prior guests in drawers (face wipes), trash, clothing and toys (tennis balls/dog toys) under beds in the queen and bunk rooms. - The bathrooms could have been cleaner. We found hair on the floors. - Batteries were dead in the TV remotes - Upon arrival, a game was obviously broken, hanging from the wall, screws exposed. This was not noted by the prior guests and/or cleaning crew. The owner charged us $250, although we did not use the game. - Very limited parking. Description notes room for three cars - very tight space and the parking lot had areas of huge puddles due to melting snow so unsure how this could work if all units were occupied. No street parking, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

suzanne s.

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

Perfect holiday getaway

Great stay at the EVL Retreat- very well appointed townhome ten minute walk from town. Small but functional kitchen was nicely stocked which came in handy when I realized I left a bag at home that contained oil,sugar, foil etc.. Nice creek runs behind - we will come back in the spring/fall to enjoy the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

No complaints!

Everything about our stay here was great! Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.. property owner was so easy to deal with!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

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

ELLICOTVILLE STAY

Very clean house, within walking distance to town. Excellent communication with owner of the property. Very easy process!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather R., Buffalo, Ny

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

Fall Fest Get-a-way

Amazing location! Just a short walk in to town. Properly was very clean & had everything we needed for an extended family, get-a-way. We enjoyed all the festivities EVL had to offer. Pictures & description very much accurate although the residence was a bit smaller then I expected. I found the owner very responsive & flexible, honoring a request for a late check out. Parking is limited but street parking was available very close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corrin F.

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

Best rental I've ever stayed in!

EVL Retreat was the best rental I've ever stayed in. It was immaculate, cute and cozy! I could not have asked for anything better! Dee has seen to every detail including instructions for everything we used. Plus Ellicottville was the most adorable little town with great food and shops! Do yourself a favor and stay here! You won't be sorry!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

joan g.

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

Great location and amenities

This was the perfect place for a girls getaway and the fact you can walk to town. The property manager is strict about the rules and regulation so if your looking for any type of flexibility on your stay Id be prepared. While I respected her position I would have expected empathy at the very least. No spoonful of sugar here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Francis

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We are 2 nurses who love to ski both east and west! We are excited to have a place to call our own and enjoying sharing it with others!

Why they chose this property

The location of this condo is amazing! Tons of home comforts and entertainment! Right in the middle of it all-10 min walk to all the village has to offer but set back off the main road with plenty of privacy and peace and quiet! A cemetery lies beyond the lovely creek that runs along the back of the property and only 3 units are located on this half circle

What makes this property unique

Aside from the location....amazing skiing and a charming village with many unique shops and eateries await you. Thoughtful touches such as books, handwarmers, and games are provided. coffee, spices, and pantry items are complimentary as well as local wine!

Languages:

English

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