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Join us for Vacation Rental Week!

March 6-10, 2023

All week, we’ll join vacation rental professionals around the globe in spreading awareness about the positive impact that professionally managed vacation rentals have on guests, property owners, and local economies!

Enhanced Safety:

Vacation rentals have very few common areas and offer minimal interaction with staff and other guests, allowing for a safe and socially-distanced stay. They are also maintained with the highest cleaning standards, in accordance with national, state, and local guidelines.

Endless Options:

More available properties, more variety, and more destinations worldwide to choose from.

Comforts of Home:

Create a more personalized, memorable vacation experience with the comfort and convenience of an actual residence.

Great for Groups:

Multiple bedrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and easy access to local entertainment.

Head over to www.myteamvp.com to view property availability and pricing and to lock in your next stay! Have questions or prefer to book over the phone? No problem! Call our office at 716-413-0200 to speak with a Vacation Specialist!

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Ellicottville this Fall

PHOTO CREDIT: ALDRICH AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Ellicottville, NY is of course known for its two phenomenal ski resorts; Holiday Valley and HoliMont. People from all over the north east visit the village frequently throughout the winter months, but have you visited during the fall? If not, here’s why you should!

  1. Fall Chairlift Rides – Enjoy the beautiful fall foliage from up above! Fall chairlift rides run on weekends through the month of October, weather permitting.

2. Pumpkinville – A local favorite and for a good reason! Designed to keep your whole family entertained for hours with children’s games and attractions, helicopter rides, baked goods, chicken barbecue, and new this year, a beer garden!

3. Hiking, Biking and Walking Trails – They speak for themselves! You’ll be sure to enjoy the beautiful fall scenery when you take advantage of the dozens of trails our area has to offer! Check out the trails at Holiday Valley, HoliMont, the Arboretum, and many other local favorites!

4. Golfing at Holiday Valley – According to Holiday Valley’s website, “The 18 hole par 70 “Double Black Diamond” golf course is challenging and well maintained with breathtaking scenery from every hole. The Double Black Diamond was nominated by Golf Magazine ’09 as one of the best redesigns in the country.”

5. Ellicottville’s Fall Festival – October 8-11. One of Ellicottville’s biggest events of the year is back and you don’t want to miss it! If you still need accommodations, we have very limited availability so book today!

‘Travitude’ is a mood

Isn’t it finally time to get away? Your local oasis awaits!

We can all agree that it has been a tough year! We have been distanced from our loved ones, our routine lives, and we have lost opportunities to travel to our favorite vacation spots.

Have you ever heard of the term Travitude? No, well we have…, and we’d love to share what it means with you…

Travitude is ‘when you get grumpy and sassy due to of a lack of traveling’. (Don’t check that with Mr. Webster, he may not agree with us). This year, we feel pretty confident that many are suffering from a little bit of Travitude, if you will (insert wink here)!  So, if you are “chomping at the bit” to get out and about and make some travel plans, be sure to add the sweet hometown of Ellicottville, NY to your destination calendar! And, book your home away from home today!

  • Do you love hiking, biking, and all things outdoors? ✔️
  • Are you hoping for a much-needed get-away for you and your significant other? ✔️
  • Are you looking to decompress, window shop, and unplug from the everyday? ✔️
  • Are you hoping to create the most amazing memories that will make you want to come back year after year? ✔️💯

If yes, then read on, friends!

Elkdale Country Club

Nestled in the rolling hills of New York’s Southern Tier, Elkdale Country Club offers a challenging 18-hole golf course, beautiful scenery and complete restaurant and lounge facility. The front nine at Elkdale was built in 1927 and is cut through varied terrain and mature trees. The back nine was added in mid-1960’s and is a bit longer with larger greens. The 6132-yard par 70 layout is designed to provide an interesting challenge for players of all skill levels. Our modern tee-to-green watering system insures maximum playability through-out the season. The course includes a challenging 555-yard par 5 followed by a 215-yard par 3. The course men’s rating is 70.2 and the slope rating is 122.[1]

Holiday Valley

Fill your days at the Sky High Adventure Park: 13 courses (largest in NYS and 3rd largest in US), 142 platforms, 170 elements, 43 ziplines, tallest platform is 68 feet & the longest zip line is 350 feet![2] If that doesn’t get your heart racing, I’m not sure what will! If that seems a little too extreme, check out the biking options and journey on one of the several trails via mountain bike or rent an e-bike for the afternoon! Finish your day with a challenging game of golf. The course is a pleasing blend of a mountain and flat terrain.

Rock City Park

A piece of history and a local hidden gem, Rock City Park is the perfect opportunity to take the family for a day of hiking through giant rock formations and trails that descend into crevices. There are spectacular views of the area to enjoy, and events planned all throughout the summer!

Griffis Sculpture Park

450 acres located eight miles outside of Ellicottville, Griffis Sculpture Park is not only a tremendous regional attraction, but holds the distinction of being one of America’s largest and oldest sculpture parks. The park features over 250 large scale sculptures dispersed through miles of hiking trails. Each sculpture was placed with the natural setting in mind, creating a truly unique experience between art and nature.[3]

Holimont

Now if you have heard anything about Holimont, you might think if there is no snow, there is nothing happening there. Let’s talk about biking and trails in this gorgeous area! Access to a fun and flowy, 1 mile trail from the top of our Greer slope to the main chalet area. Recently added is a trail that connects the top of Sunset to the top of Greer. This trail can be found by climbing up the HoliMont multi-purpose trail or from the 30+ miles of single track in the McCarthy Forest. HoliMont has direct access to some of the best trails in Western New York. Whether you like to hike or bike, the single-track trails in McCarthy State Forest has something for everyone. There are over 40 miles of IMBA Epic trails to ride in EVL and surrounding area.

After exploring the area, you are going to be ready to pamper yourself with a fun night out. Vacation calories do not count, right? So, while you are here, make sure you visit one of the 23 eateries or pubs in town. Just to mention a few favorites:

  1. Dina’s Restaurant, rated #1 by TripAdvisor and a fan favorite in I LOVE NY’s Restaurant Challenge. For a more refined palate, check out their extensive wine list and pair it to their filet mignon or their lobster ravioli.
  2. Ellicottville Brewing Company, ranked one of the best bars and brew pubs in NY State. They also serve a mean menu; tasty dishes range from ‘loaded brewer tots’ to Persia Salmon and NY Strip Steak.
  3. The Gin Mill, a house favorite of Bills running back #34, Thurman Thomas. He and his wife say they have, “the best fries around”[4].
  4. Katy’s Café, lighter fare and a morning option for early risers. Come enjoy the local artwork while sipping on a made to order espresso, grab a breakfast bagel or sit and enjoy some homemade French toast. If you get a hankering for something sweet after perusing the town all day, head back here for ice cream or a milkshake.
  5. Villagios, another favorite of Thurman Thomas, Bills running back #34!  Fine, Italian cuisine working with local growers, farmers, and businesses. Winner of 2016’s Taste of Buffalo: Pat Sardina Memorial Award for Best Comfort Food — Meatball.

Enjoy your adventure, you deserve it!

[1] Elkdale Country Club | Salamanca, NY – The Course (elkdalecc.com)

[2] Holiday Valley: New York Canopy Ziplines Aerial Adventure Park

[3] Griffis Sculpture Park » Griffis Sculpture Park (griffispark.org)

[4] Bills Legend Thurman Thomas’s Guide to Buffalo and Greater Niagara (iloveny.com)

Ellicottville, NY 2019-20 Seasonal Rentals

Have you ever thought to yourself, “Man, one weekend on the slopes just isn’t enough!” Then this is your opportunity to take the plunge and secure a seasonal rental in Ellicottville! Seasonal rentals are available to be secured for the entire ski season, usually for the dates of 12/1-4/1, allowing you and your family to come and go as you please and soak up as much skiing as you can.

For those of you that don’t know, Ellicottville, NY is known for it’s two quaint, yet evolving ski resorts and appealing village life. Holiday Valley Resort was named 3rd in the East according to Ski Magazine in 2015, while HoliMont is the largest private ski resort in the country, and they’re just 2.5 miles apart from each other with a quaint village nestled between.

Not only does Holiday Valley offer 60 well-groomed ski slopes, 13 lifts, and 3 phenomenal lodges, but also an incredible Aerial Park, Climbing Forest and a Mountain Coaster, all for year-round entertainment. Not to mention the dozens of hiking and biking trails, 18 hole golf course, and a fun summer cabana bar adjacent to the 3 public pools.

Across town, HoliMont is equipped with 55 trails, 8 lifts, and loads of hiking and biking trails as well. The HoliMont board members and staff take pride in being the only ski area in North America to use what they call “Mountain Men” to service their ski slopes during ski hours, rather than mechanized equipment like other resorts. HoliMont membership information can be found on their website, however, guests that stay with ERA Team VP can be signed in as guests during their stay as well (maximum of 3 weekends). Both resorts are fabulous venues for weddings, corporate events and retreats as well.

It doesn’t end there! The Ellicottville Village offers even more with the perfect balance of local charm, unique retail offerings, phenomenal dining options, and overall fun atmosphere. Some of our favorite spots are The Purple Doorknob, Watson’s Chocolates, Adventure Bound on the Fly, Bike and Bean, and Ellicottville Brewing Company. Not a skier? The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce does an excellent job at filling the calendar with exciting, family friendly events throughout the year, so you’ll be sure the whole family will be entertained while you’re here!

Whether you’re ready to dive into a seasonal rental or just looking to stay a weekend, ERA Team VP has you covered! Contact our Ellicottville office today for availability and pricing!

716-699-4800
rentals@teamvp.com

Booking Your Vacation Rental

Looking for an easy way to book your next vacation? Booking your vacation rental is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with ERA Team VP Real Estate & Vacation Rentals! The ERA Team VP website is a fast, easy, and effective way to browse all 200+ rental properties located throughout Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua Lake, and Ellicottville.

Book your next vacation with confidence

Each property has a wide array of high-quality photos, so you know exactly what to expect before you arrive! Whether it’s a historical home on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution, a Chautauqua Lake lakeside home, or a cozy chalet in Ellicottville, NY, we have what you’re looking for!
1. Go to www.myteamvp.com
2. Select Vacation Rentals – All Properties
3. Browse All Rental Properties -or- Perform an Advanced Search
4. Review Property Details, Amenities, and Photos
5. Request More Information; Add to Your Favorites; Perform a Quote; Utilize the Split Cost Calculator; and More!
6. Book Now!

It’s that simple! Of course we have an experienced staff of seasoned Reservationists who are available for further insight or questions.

Head over to www.myteamvp.com today to book your stay! Your dream vacation awaits!

Chautauqua Institution Week 9 Rental Promotions

Team VP Vacation Properties is offering a great Vacation Rental Promotion for Week 9 in Chautauqua Institution.  A featured selection of Chautauqua Institution Rental Properties will be offered for “10% off the Rental Rate plus one extra night FREE” when rented for Week 9 (August 19, 2012 – August 25, 2012).

Chautauqua Institution’s Week 9 theme is “The President’s Club”.  According to Chautauqua Institution, Week 9 will address the following, “With the U.S. presidency a singular position that only those who have occupied the White House can understand, relationships between current and former presidents cross political boundaries. How do they relate to each other? Where are the boundaries? What role do families play in the presidency? In a week that takes its title from a new book by Time’s Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy, we’ll examine historic relationships between the president and former presidents and their families.”

The following list of Chautauqua Institution Vacation Rental Properties are being offered as part of Team VP Vacation Properties’ “Week 9 Rental Promotion”:

Rent any of these great Chautauqua Institution Properties for Week 9 and save 10% off the Rental Rate plus stay an extra night for FREE!

Arcade 34
1 bedroom, 1 bath
sleeps: 4

Lakeside Location in Chautauqua Institution, just off of Miller Park!

Promotional Rate: $1215.88

15 Ames #5
1 bedroom, 1 bath
sleeps: 2

Beautifully appointed 3rd floor condo, completely renovated in 2006

Promotional Rate: $1238.13

St. Elmo # 407
1 bedroom, 1.5 baths
sleeps: 6

St. Elmo condo with central AC and porch off of living room, overlooking Ames

Promotional Rate: $1793.25

Glen Park C4
2 bedrooms, 2 baths
sleeps: 6

2nd floor, centrally located condo, just off of Bestor Plaza. Nice porch facing the Plaza

Promotional Rate: $1871.62

Pines 2
2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
sleeps: 7

Modern tri-level condo at the North end of Chautauqua Institution. Central AC

Promotional Rate: $2171.25

Pines 25
2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
sleeps: 6

Modern tri-level condo at the North end of Chautauqua Institution. Central AC

Promotional Rate: $2171.25

34 A Forest
3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
sleeps: 6

Centrally located w/ shared front porch & patio. Finished basement w/ washer/dryer

Promotional Rate: $2292.63

28 Morris
4 bedrooms, 2 baths
sleeps: 6

“The Breezeway” Classic Chautauqua Cottage. 1 block to the Lake and Bestor Plaza

Promotional Rate: $2419.76

Gatehouse Commons #3
3 bedrooms + loft, 3 baths
sleeps: 9

Large, modern North end townhome. Deck with gas grill. Central AC. Bright & sunny!

Promotional Rate: $2981.00

87 Harper
3 bedrooms, 2 baths
sleeps: 6

Great North End Chautauqua Institution home with 1950s decor. Full kitchen, central AC

Promotional Rate: $1974.13

39 Scott
5 bedrooms, 4 baths
sleeps: 10

“The Samurai House” Classic Chautauqua home. Central location. 3 levels!

Promotional Rate: $3256.38

28 Foster
6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
sleeps: 14

Large home, centrally located in Chautauqua Institution. 2 porches & deck. 2 kitchens

Promotional Rate: $4016.13

47 Foster
7 bedrooms, 3 baths
sleeps: 15

South end Chautauqua Institution home. Central AC on 1st 2 floors. Private front porch

Promotional Rate: $4066.13
For more information about any of these
properties, or Team VP Vacation Properties
Rental program, call 800.344.2198 OR
716.789.9298 to speak with a reservationist

Global Health and Development as Foreign Policy – Presented by Chautauqua Institution

Miller Bell Tower - Chautauqua Institution

Take an Educational Vacation in Beautiful Western New York State! Chautauqua Institution allows us to experience Performing Arts, Religion, Education and Recreation in the scenic and tranquil setting of Chautauqua Lake.

Team VP – Vacation Properties would like to let you know that Chautauqua Institution is offering 1 full week dedicated to Global Health and Development as Foreign Policy: Week 1 of Chautauqua’s 2011 Season: June 25 – July 2.

Lecturers will discuss topics such as:

  • “What is, and what should be, the relationship of U.S. government and private foundation investments toward improving the wellness of global citizens, to U.S. foreign policy?”
  • “How do we decide where to spend valuable resources?”
  • “What other factors affect global health, well being and economic development?”

Experts in this field will be giving lectures throughout the week, including:

  • Paul Farmer, founder, Partners in Health
  • John Hamre, President/CEO, Center for Strategic and International Studies
  • Helene Gayle, President/CEO, CARE USA
  • Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Foreign Correspondent, NPR

If you’re interested in visiting Chautauqua Institution during Week 1, dedicated to Global Health and Development as Foreign Policy, we have many accommodations for rent on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution. Fully equipped and furnished Chautauqua cottages, condos and townhomes are available to suit your needs and make your Chautauqua Experience one to remember! For availability and the option to book online, visit http://bookings.eravp.com

To contact a reservationist and plan your Chautauqua Vacation, call (800) 344-2198 or email rentals@vacationpro.com

As an added bonus, popular entertainment for Week 1 at Chautauqua will include: The Mormon Tabernacle Choir, The Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra, Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers “An Evening of Bluegrass and Banjo” and more!

Find out more about Chautauqua Institution and the details of Week 1 here.

Enchanting Retreats Fit for a Royal Couple (in Chautauqua & Ellicottville)

In honor of the Royal Wedding (occurring in just 1 week) all of us at Team VP – Vacation Properties have compiled a list of great get-a-way ideas fit for Royalty!  Are you within driving distance of Chautauqua Lake, New York or Ellicottville, New York?  If you are looking for a nice weekend retreat, a week long get-a-way or a month long vacation, we are very easy to find!

Ellicottville, NY: 1 hour South of Buffalo, NY; 3.5 hours from Pittsburgh, PA; 3 hours from Cleveland, OH; 2.5 hours from Toronto, Canada
Chautauqua Lake, NY: 1.5 hours South of Buffalo, NY; 2.5-3 hours from Pittsburgh, PA; 3 hours from Cleveland, OH; 3 hours from Toronto, Canada

85 Stoessel, Chautauqua Institution – 4 BR + loft, 4.5 BA – sleeps 10

2932 sq. ft. home at the North end of Chautauqua Institution – This home offers an open floor plan with lots of living space in 3 levels. Full kitchen, large dining area open to living area with gas fireplace all on main level. Nice porches, central A/C , washer/dryer & 3 parking spaces. **Rents SAT-SAT** Click here for more info, or to book online!

Willowtree Point #9 – 3 BR, 2 BA – sleeps 8

Located just 1 mile from the Chautauqua Institution, on Route 394. RENTS YEAR ROUND! Terrific ground floor lakefront condo with 3 bedrooms/2 baths, central a/c, washer/dryer, deck/patio with a gas grill, cable tv/vcr/dvd (with movies!) Sleeps 8 max BD#1-King with bath, BD#2-2 twins, BD#3-2 TW bunks. HEATED swimming pool at the complex. No dock space included. Arrangements for boat dockage can be made next doorfor an additional fee. facebook is down **Rents SAT-SAT** Click here for more info, or to book online!

Ellicottville Escape – 4 BR, 2 BA – sleeps 10

Enrich yourself while nestled in the charming setting of the Ellicottville Escape. Whether it’s healing your inner spirit or challenging your outer soul, this place is it!! Discover the enchanting care free charm of a special place where stress and worry have no lodging. This once upon a time barn, has been cleverly converted to a luscious rustic escape with all the cozy modern amenities to quench anyone’s comfort needs. Encircling this escape, are the breathtaking views of nature’s spectacular frontier. Whether it’s the summer fragrances …or the intense vivid fall foliage …or maybe the inner warmth that you feel, snuggled next to a glowing fire… Your visit here is definitely time will spent. Click here for more info, or to book online!

Share the Chautauqua Experience!

Friends & Family of Team VP: To celebrate the national premiere of the PBS documentary, “Chautauqua: An American Narrative,” Team VP is presenting a special Chautauqua Vacation Rental offer to our customers who refer new customers!

Here’s How it Works…

Guests*: Receive 10% (up to a maximum of $300) off the rental charge on your next reservation with us when you refer a new guest that books a reservation with Team VP!

Owners**: Refer a new guest to Team VP and if they book a reservation with us, you’ll receive a gift certificate equal to 10% (up to a maximum of $300) of their rental charges** to be used towards housekeeping and maintenance services provided by Team VP!

For additional information on this offer please call: (800) 344-2198 OR
(716) 789-9298 or email: rentals@vacationpro.com

 

*To qualify for promotion, guest must not have rented with Team VP – Vacation Properties in previous years. Discount will be computed based on rental charges of qualifying new guest excluding taxes, fees and insurance. Promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. web hosting server . Offer excludes weeks 3, 4 and 6. Not valid on existing reservations. Offer ends 3/31/11.

**To qualify for promotion, guest must not have rented with Team VP – Vacation Properties in previous years. Gift certificate amount will be computed based on rental charges of qualifying guest excluding taxes, fees and insurance. Promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. web hosting server . Offer excludes weeks 3, 4 and 6. Not valid on existing reservations. Offer ends 3/31/11.

Hit the Slopes during the Holidays!

We’ve already had 2 big snow storms here in the Southern Tier, and it’s not even technically winter yet!  Why not spend some time this holiday season with your family and friends and take advantage of all of this snow by going skiing or snowboarding!  Some of our biggest ski resorts are now open – Holiday Valley & HoliMont, both in Ellicottville, NY!  Did you know that Team VP offers awesome vacation rentals at each of these ski resorts?  Whether you live nearby or are planning to visit the area during the holidays, wouldn’t it be fun to stay in a slopeside chalet or a ski in/ski out condo or townhome?  Bring your whole family, a group of friends, or plan a romantic weekend getaway!

Imagine yourself crossing through this beautiful trail at HoliMont…

HoliMont Ski Resort (in Ellicottville, NY) is open to non-members Monday – Friday.  They currently have 1 lift open (Exhibition), giving access to 7 trails, but according to their website (http://www.holimont.com/) “After a solid opening weekend and a favorable looking forecast for the coming week, it is our goal to open three more lifts this coming weekend [December 18-19].  On top of Exhibition we also plan on opening Cascade, Sunset and Chipmunk.  If all goes according to plan that will provide access to Wild Turkey, Cascade, Homerun, Top of Meadow, Condo Line, Lullaby Lane, ABC Gully, Exhibition, West Connection, The Ridge, Sunset, Chipmunk, High Road, Low Road, and Loch Lomond.”

HoliMont Ski Resort Rates: (weekdays)
Adult Full Day $47
Adult Half Day (after 1:00pm) $44
Junior (ages 6-11) Full Day $37
Junior Half Day (after 1:00pm) $34
Beginner Area $18
Group (15+) $35/each
Seniors (70+) $35

Here are some Where – To – Stay suggestions for HoliMont visitors:
– call Team VP @ 716-699-4800 for any rental questions/information
– book online and view available properties @ http://www.ellicottville.com/ (click Vacation Rentals)

1.  HoliMont 2 – walk to the slopes!


4 bedrooms
2.5 baths
– features a fireplace & outdoor hot tub!


2.  The Woods Unit 81 – walk to the chair lift!


3 bedrooms + loft!
2 baths
– wood burning fireplace & views of the Sunset Slope!


 

Holiday Valley Ski Resort (in Ellicottville, NY) reports on their website (http://www.holidayvalley.com/) that they have a 10-40″ base of snow and 10″ of snow have fallen in the last 48 hours!  They also say “we’ll be operating 7 lifts Friday [Dec. 17] and 8 lifts on Saturday [Dec. 18].

Holiday Valley Rates: (weekdays)
Adult 8 hour pass $48
Adult 4 hour pass $45
Junior or Senior 8 hour pass $38
Junior or Senior 4 hour pass $35

Holiday Valley Rates: (weekends & peak time)
– Holidays: December 26 – January 2, January 17, February 21 – 25
Adult All-Weekend pass (8:30 AM Sat – 4:30 PM Sun) $98
Junior All-Weekend pass $75
Adult 8 hour pass $57
Adult 4 hour pass (non-holiday Sundays) $53
Junior 8 hour pass $43
Junior 4 hour pass (non-holiday Sundays) $38

Here are some Where – To – Stay suggestions for Holiday Valley visitors:
– call Team VP @ 716-699-4800 for any rental questions/information
– book online and view available properties @ http://www.ellicottville.com/ (click Vacation Rentals)

1.  Mountain Watch – walk to the chairlift!

4 bedrooms
2 bath
– fireplaces in master bedroom & living room, outdoor hot tub, wireless internet, weekday ski lift discounts!

2.  Valley Village – short walk to the Chute chairlift!

3 bedrooms + loft!
2.5 baths
– 3 level townhouse, hot tub on the rear deck!

These are just a few of the many vacation rental options that we offer in Ellicottville!  Call Team VP (716) 699-4800 any time to find out more information, or visit our website. available domains domain tech info .