Irwin Bay Cottages offers the chance to own an operating lakefront vacation rental business on Chautauqua Lake. Situated on approximately 1.62 acres across four contiguous parcels, the property includes 11 rental accommodations, approximately 211 feet of lake frontage, and a private 17-slip dock. Operating for more than 30 years, the business has a strong rental history and a loyal base of returning guests.
The property includes two year-round homes and nine seasonal cottages, offering a combined 29 bedrooms and 14 full bathrooms. The current owners have made extensive improvements from 2024 through 2026, including updated interiors, exterior improvements, landscaping, expanded parking, upgraded Wi-Fi, and keyless entry. Additional amenities include an office building, guest laundry facilities, separate housekeeping laundry, recreation areas, and direct lake access.
Located approximately one mile from Chautauqua Institution and convenient to Mayville, the property is positioned near the many attractions that bring visitors to the area year after year. Furnishings, equipment, booking and management systems, and relationships with local service providers are already in place.
Whether you’re looking to expand an existing hospitality portfolio or purchase your first vacation rental business, Irwin Bay Cottages offers something increasingly difficult to find: multiple income-producing accommodations, substantial lake frontage, and an operating business all in one offering.
The property includes two year-round homes and nine seasonal cottages, offering a combined 29 bedrooms and 14 full bathrooms. The current owners have made extensive improvements from 2024 through 2026, including updated interiors, exterior improvements, landscaping, expanded parking, upgraded Wi-Fi, and keyless entry. Additional amenities include an office building, guest laundry facilities, separate housekeeping laundry, recreation areas, and direct lake access.
Located approximately one mile from Chautauqua Institution and convenient to Mayville, the property is positioned near the many attractions that bring visitors to the area year after year. Furnishings, equipment, booking and management systems, and relationships with local service providers are already in place.
Whether you’re looking to expand an existing hospitality portfolio or purchase your first vacation rental business, Irwin Bay Cottages offers something increasingly difficult to find: multiple income-producing accommodations, substantial lake frontage, and an operating business all in one offering.
Property Details
Price:
$1,395,000
MLS #:
R1721617
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Commercial
Neighborhood:
chautauqua062889
Listed Date:
Oct 12, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
6,286
Total Sq Ft:
2,972
Lot Size:
71,500 sqft / 1.64 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1938
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Schools
School District:
Chautauqua Lake
Interior
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Electric, Gas, Baseboard, Central, Forced Air
Levels
Two
Exterior
Lot Features
Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Parking Spots
24
Parking Total
24
Roof
Shingle
Stories
2
View
Water
Waterfront Features
Beach Access, Dock Access, Lake
Financial
Taxes
$12,332
Map
Community
- Address5088 West Lake Road Chautauqua NY
- CityChautauqua
- CountyChautauqua
- Zip Code14757
Subdivisions in Chautauqua
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Commercial in Chautauqua as of Oct 17, 2026
4
Commercial Listed
99
Avg DOM
141
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,128,725
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 5088 West Lake Road Chautauqua NY is a Commercial for sale in Chautauqua, NY, 14757. It is listed for $1,395,000
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Chautauqua, NY

