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Close to Buffalo and Dog Friendly!

Close to Buffalo and Dog Friendly!

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Overview of Close to Buffalo and Dog Friendly!

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Angola, NY
  • Popular LocationEvangola State Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationEvans Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBennett Beach7 min drive
  • AirportBuffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Close to Buffalo and Dog Friendly!

This is Hilton's Pinewood, Large family home almost a century old and only 2 blocks from Point Breeze Beach. This home is NOT directly on the lake. Built in the 1930's as a summer retreat. Over the years a room was added on the front, both porches closed off and a master suite added as a 2nd Floor. The downstairs bedroom and the upstairs bedroom have window A/C units. Very small kitchen with older appliances.

*Note the property in not usually rented during the winter months due to a small leak in the roof. The lawn is also not maintained during the winter months, however the dog run is still usable.*

My grandparents retired there and enjoyed working in the gardens for their last 25 years. They enjoyed sharing it with other families when they weren't living there and I want to continue that tradition. It is decorated with family antiques and hasn't changed much in the last 30 years, so it is like a visit to your grandparents house.
It is only a 5-10 minute walk to Point Breeze Beach. Connors and Evans Town Park are each about 2 miles away. Large yard with a fenced in dog run, overgrown gardens and goldfish ponds. There is a fire pit in the yard and a couple of charcoal grills available for renters, buy your own charcoal. Some of the decking around the house is showing some wear and tear, hoping to get it fixed soon. This is a quiet neighborhood with yearlong residents surrounding our property.

Home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. New mattresses in 2 of the bedrooms. Sleeps 6. Rustic charm with original cabin details. Bathroom on first floor is very small. Upstairs bathroom much more spacious. Older carpet through most of home. Ceiling fans upstairs and down. Our family still uses it so it is stocked with dishes, general supplies and we sometimes keep food in the refrigerator.

Parking for 2 cars in front paved driveway. Includes Wi-Fi, Roku stick with Netflix, Disney, HULU and HBO+. DVD player and small assortment of movies provided.

This home is not updated and has only recently been converted to a part-time rental property. There are the same dishes that my family has used for 50 years in the cupboard. The carpets have stains in spots, but have been professionally cleaned. There is a water stain on the ceiling in the bedroom from an old leak that has been fixed for years. Please be aware that this home is used by members of my family in between rentals. We clean it thoroughly before each guest arrives.

Property manager

Love Slating

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 6 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house, but you are welcome to smoke outside.

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Angola

Located in Lake Erie Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Lake Erie and Evangola State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hamburg Fairgrounds and Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Highmark Stadium or Buffalo Raceway. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like birdwatching.
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Angola, NY

What's nearby

  • Evangola State Park - 13 min walk
  • Evans Park - 5 min drive
  • Bennett Beach - 7 min drive
  • Hanford Bay - 15 min drive
  • Bills Stadium - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • BTR Brews - 9 min drive
  • Seneca Hawk - 8 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 8 min drive
  • McDonald's - 12 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fawn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space excellent location
Quick easy walk to a great little beach. My family and our dogs loved it. Two beach bars, one had some great live music we could hear from the yard but we walked down to the beach with the dogs to enjoy. Not on the water but you're trading that view for extra space and privacy. Comfortable beds, plenty of space for family to share a meal and watch a movie. This is obviously a space used by families and for me, staying with kids and dogs, it feels relaxing. The upstairs bed room is large - comfortably accommodated 2 large dog crates while leaving plenty of space - and the ensuite bathroom clean and roomy. Kitchen is serviceable but small. We had fantastic wings and pizza from Marias. The Toasted Hog had great burritos and tacos. Connors hot dogs was a hit for a quick lunch. And the food at Aunt Millies was really good - but oh man the baked goods are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B., MANASSAS PARK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, nostalgic and relaxing
Snowmaggon hit the area right before our stay, but everything was perfect. The house was exactly as described and very nostalgic and a mix of both my grandparents hones from growing up in the area. The location us perfectly located, everything we needed at the home, and traveling with our pups. Only wish we could enjoy some of the outdoor activities as the gardens and ponds look amazing! But so thankful we had a well dug out parking space,! So appreciative for that effort! (I remember and absolutely do not miss the freak lake effect storms and the amount of snow that accumulates so quickly!) The owners kept in touch to keep us informed of the storm and accommodations. Loved being able to walk the pups around the neighborhood, they enjoyed some snow, and still had every comfort to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayme G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable home
The owner was very accessible, friendly, and accommodating. The home was well maintained and really felt like a home. I look forward to returning again soon. Thank you love for your kindness.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caleb D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and cozy near the lake.
My wife and I enjoyed our stay here! We loved being close enough to Buffalo and Canada but also being able to escape back to this quiet property. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Geri N., Albuquerque, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cottage
This home is a trip back in time as stated in the description, comfortable beds and cozy. Perfect location for our group...could walk easily to the lake. Owner is very responsive. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Love Slating

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I am the granddaughter of Eugene and Alene Hilton the former owners of the property. As the executor of their estate I am renting out there home to help support the family being able to keep the property for future generations.

Why they chose this property

My Great Great Grandfather and Great Grandfather built this home in the 1930's. My grandfather, Eugene Hilton, was sickly as a boy and the beach weather helped with his health. After years of putting up a tent at Evangola State Park, my Great Grandfather, who was a bricklayer bought a lovely lot with trees in Point Breeze to build a family cottage. It was originally one room with a basement. Eventually porches were closed in and a 2nd floor addition was put on. I spent every summer as a child there, playing on the beach and having cook-outs in the yard. I want to share it with as many people as possible because it is peaceful and tranquil and a wonderful place to unwind from the daily grind.

What makes this property unique

It is very quiet and is on a triple lot, so it is fairly private. It is in a residential neighborhood with a mix of summer rentals and year round residents.
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