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LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.

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Overview of LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Burt, NY
  • Popular LocationOlcott Beach Carousel Park9 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlack Willow Winery2 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau Niagara Winery6 min drive
  • AirportNiagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.)42 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

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

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.

Property manager

Michael Ritenour
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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
No charge for children under 12

Events

No events allowed
Parties/ Events require prior approval

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets are allowed on a case by case basis.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
THIS IS A SMOKE FREE PROPERTY
Quiet zone after 10:00 pm
No under age drinking allowed on the property. No illicit drugs are allowed on the property. No boat work or vehicles that leak oil.
ABSOLUTELY NO FISH CLEANING, BOAT WASHING, FUELING, OR DUMPING OF OIL ON THE PROPERTY

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

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. Hrvol House Museum and Erie Canal Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Olcott Beach Carousel Park and Royalton Ravine County Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Burt, NY

What's nearby

  • Olcott Beach Carousel Park - 9 min walk
  • Black Willow Winery - 2 min drive
  • Chateau Niagara Winery - 6 min drive
  • Clifton Hill - 45 min drive
  • Shaw Festival Theatre - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gordie Harper's Bazaar - 9 min drive
  • Bill's Diner - 5 min drive
  • Wilson Boat House Restaurant - 12 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
  • Brookside Banquets - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LaVida Cottage Welcomes you with wide open, private, green spaces. located?

This family-friendly Burt cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Olcott Beach Carousel Park and Lake Ontario. Black Willow Winery and Schulze Vineyards and Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage With Character
If you want to stay at a cozy cute cottage look no further. This cottage met our needs for a whole week and I wish we could of stayed longer. The yard was a great size to hang out and the park literally across the road was great for two young children. We enjoyed being directly across the road from Bye's Popcorn, now we know why theres a line for popcorn. The cottage had everything from books to games to extra linens and kitchen utensils. We had a few days of bad weather and it was just nice to relax and unwind at Lavida Cottage. Mike was a great host and always responded quickly. He even bumped the heat up to 70 on the nights that were freezing. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Great place for a quiet getaway with pets. Location close to the park, Lake Ontario waterfront, wineries and breweries. Nice large yard for pets to play. Cottage was very quiet even though it is on a main road.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Oldtown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LaVida
Awesome location for seasonal fishing. The Owner Mike was very acomidating, friendly, and helpfull. Great local experience. The local food is amazing. The cabin was cozy. Honestly can't think of anything to complain about. Hope to stay again next year. Thanks for opening your cabin to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Quiet, clean, lots of cooking utensils, spacious yard and home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lavida
Mike was professional and quick response for any question…has very large yard/property for our dog to run-cottage was comfy/cozy & also a good size within…overall it helped make our stay in the area very enjoyable! thank-you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Ritenour

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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!

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.

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.

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