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Exterior
TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Great Valley, NY
  • Holiday Valley Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Holiday Valley Tubing Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Seneca Allegany Casino
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Olean, NY (OLE-Cattaraugus County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Private retreat less than 7 miles from Ellicottville!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (7)
The price is €340
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Private retreat less than 7 miles from Ellicottville!

About this property

The Alpine Wilderness Lodge

Welcome to Alpine Wilderness Lodge

Escape to the serene beauty of Alpine Wilderness Lodge, nestled in the heart of nature near Ellicottville, NY. This rustic yet cozy retreat offers an idyllic getaway for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.

Features:
Stunning Natural Setting: Surrounded by lush forests and towering mountains, our lodge is a nature lover’s paradise.

Beautiful Pond: Enjoy the peaceful ambiance of our private pond, perfect for fishing or simply relaxing by the water's edge.

Hiking Trails: Explore miles of scenic hiking trails that wind through the wilderness, offering breathtaking views and a chance to connect with nature. Camping Opportunities: Set up camp and immerse yourself in the great outdoors. Our designated camping areas are ideal for a night under the stars.

Fishing: Cast your line in our well-stocked pond and experience the thrill of catching your dinner.

Star Gazing: With minimal light pollution, our location is perfect for stargazing. Witness the majesty of the night sky like never before.

Campfires: Gather around a crackling campfire to share stories, roast marshmallows, and create lasting memories.

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Alpine Wilderness Lodge offers the perfect backdrop for your next getaway. Come and experience the beauty and tranquility of nature at its finest.

Book your stay today and discover the magic of Alpine Wilderness Lodge!

Paradise Found best describes the Alpine Wilderness Lodge. What we enjoy most about the cabin is relaxing on the 60-foot deck that overlooks the pond at the end of a wonderful day! We take time to reflect on the nature hiking trails we explored and the wildlife we encountered on our adventurous walks during the day. But what keeps us coming back to the cabin is the beautiful views surrounding the property, just a reminder of our Creator in all His majesty. Enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine as you unwind.

With the option to catch dinner in town (Ellicottville) or just hang out and enjoy a BBQ, we never tire of the fresh air and plenty of sunshine as we enjoy a late dinner setting on the deck once again. Time seems to stand still at the Lodge as wonderful memories are made, memories that last a lifetime. Some of our guests have returned for their 15th year and are now bringing back the second generation of their family with them.

The Lodge is truly a place to relax and enjoy family and friends. Come stay a while and see what we mean. And don't forget—the night skies are perfect for stargazing!

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  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 8 mi (12.9 km) from Holiday Valley Resort and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Seneca Allegany Casino
This lodge offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Great Valley lodge.

Property manager

MARGIE KANDEFER 716 244 0608

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Playground

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility

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  • Books
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Games
  • Stereo

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

The Alpine Wilderness Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Class reunion
The address was confusing because I assume the owner lived at the address on the listing, but "The Lodge" was about 1/4 of a mile down the road from the house address listed. There was also no cell tower available, so you could only text with the WIFI. However, the Lodge was remote, VERY peaceful and Quiet, large and open and tranquil. It was also away from any kind of traffic or any neighbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Very clean, relaxing, large cabin! Loved fishing and swimming in the pond!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get a way with friends of over 27 years of friendship!
Great weather, nice clean lodge and plenty of space to enjoy our time there! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cool, rustic place
This was an older hunting lodge in the woods, many game mounts and antlers, we thought it was very cool and certainly unique, close to Holiday valley, we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seclusion at it’s finest
We had two families spend a week here and enjoyed every minute of it. Plenty of room for 9 people and the pond was big enough to enjoy our kayaks and paddle board. Margie was great to deal with and we will back at some point in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property to get away.
This is the ideal spot to get away from everything (including cell service). There is plenty of yard to play games like cornhole/can jam etc. The cabin had plenty of space for 8 adult men - large main room with 4 couches and tons of outdoor space. We also loved the stove, plenty of burners and a flat top section was great for breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the stay. Great weather!
We really enjoyed the property. We only wish we had more "quality wood" to burn in the fire pit. We used it sparingly due to lack of quality wood. We shall return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hide Away!
We had a group of friends and family staying for a ski weekend, and The Lodge was perfect! There was plenty of space to spread out, but also a living room area in front of the fire place that felt super cozy. Comfortable beds, large dining table, plenty of hot water and a fire to warm up after skiing, and a casual feel...couldn't get better any better than that. Make sure to get specific direction for getting in, as the address isn't a pinpoint location, but it's well worth the trip to have such a spacious house and property around it. We are planning to come back over the summer when we can enjoy the outside areas more. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We enjoyed our stay. The place was clean. Lots of room for the kiddos inside and out. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clayton a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for relaxing
A secluded spot with plenty to do. The pond was perfect to keep the kids entertained, either fishing, swimming, or jumping off the rope swing. The trails are pretty well maintained and worth the time to walk them. Overall we had an amazing time with friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raymond S., Hamburg, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway from everything
We had a great time at the lodge. Its very large and roomy. It rained most of the time unfortunately, but we had board games and all kinds of stuff there too keep us occupied. Ended up being a great time bonding. We brought our kayaks and enjoyed the pond. Didnt try the ropeswing this time, but i will on the next trip. Gas grill came in handy. Great firepit. Overall great time. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie M., Tonawanda, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We had a great stay. The property was well maintained. The pond was huge, great for fishing and floating on tubes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Danny W.

Was a great place to escape the world around us.
Of you want a private location this is it. Relax and enjoy the people next to you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
President's Valentine's Day weekend
Great Classic Cabin in the woods!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Get Away
We had a wonderful time at The Lodge. Enjoyed relaxing with family and friends. Having fires indoors and out, walking the property and just overall a nice place to have a family get camp out. My 3 year old grand daughter didn't want to leave and wants to know when we can go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brook W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Lodge
Our stay at the lodge was great! We enjoyed the remote and spaciousness of the property. The never ending trails (beautiful,) the huge yard, nice pond, and roomy house fit our family perfectly. We had all ages stay for my step-dads 50th birthday and everyone enjoyed there stay. We especially liked swimming in the pond and hanging around the campfire at night. I would definitely recommend this property - the owners were so nice as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway!
We had a wonderful time staying at this perfect remote location. The cabin was very large and the property was amazing! That pond is so peaceful! A few recommendations to anyone going to visit in the future- bring your own camping chairs to sit around the fire. Other than a picnic table there is no seating. If you have small children, bring nightlights! The cabin is pitch black at night. I also felt that I had a difficult time communicating with the owner. It took a very long time for responses and when it came close to the trip I had no reply from leaving a voicemail asking for a call back. I finally had to call again and Margie was extremely pleasant to speak with. But, there was some very important details about the property that should have been addressed without me having to track the owner down. Like- the actually directions to the cabin - they are a little different from what is listed , how to get inside the place and the WiFi password. The linoleum should really be washed between guests. Also, the dumpster on the property seriously needs to be addressed. It was very full when we showed up and the bears broke in to it WITH the bungee cords still attached and we had placed rocks on top! We had to clean up other guests garbage in the morning and it was very disgusting! Even with any minor issues we would return to this place in a heartbeat! Other than the floors, the cabin was fairly clean! It was very relaxing and we had perfect summer weather to enjoy everything the place had to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Relaxing
The location is very private and peaceful. Although twice neighbors showed up on Atvs, to fish and drop off trash, which threw us off. It was wonderful to listen to the quiet, except when neighbor ran chainsaw for hours. The cabin is big but could be cleaner. Cobwebs, lightbulbs out, floors were dirty upon arrival, screens are ripped, mouse in bedroom. Couches are comfy, table huge, deck amazing. My favorite part was the swing overlooking pond and sound of nearby stream. My kids loved catching newts in pond. My husband loved rocking chairs. Address delivered us to neighbors house which we were not expecting. Wish there was instructions for grill, tv, stove, fireplace. Overall nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

EmilandJodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for ski get away
Margie was a great host and her description of the property was pretty true. Perfect for large group. Only thing I would note is that there is not a washer/dryer for wet snow clothes. Also there is No WiFi or cell reception at all. You have to get in your car and drive up the road to get service. This was not clearly noted in description.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Annette H.

Fun by the Pond!
We loved our stay for the most part the key was not on the counter as we were told it would be. So couldn't lock up when leaving for outing . And I wasn't impressed with the cleanliness I pulled an extra blanket and pillow from a shelf in bedroom and it was full of mouse poop!🤨 so house cleaning is poor!! Other than that we enjoyed it. Lack of phone service or landline was a problem as we had children who are young and could be injured anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Mary Ann W.

solitude galore
Loved the area, very secluded and peaceful. Great pond with bird watching and serenades by the frogs. The cabin could have been a bit cleaner, cupboards, and stove need a good cleaning, and there was a musty smell that lingered. I could tell there was a lot of history in the place and that gave it charm. The front porch was perfect. It would have been helpful to have a reference binder with info on operating stove safely and how to access cable. There was only one porch light that worked which makes those arriving in the dark for the first time a bit more challenging . Still had a wonderful family time. Great table i kitchen with room for all and then some.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Weather took over!
Still a pretty nice Lodge and almost everything was ready for us upon arrival. Only spent a few hours outside as it rained almost the entire time of our stay. Looking forward to returning again next year and hoping for better weather!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Country seclusion
Everything was good and reasonably priced, the land and the property were super nice . The property was well taken care of. Cooking on the oven was a little sketchy . But the cabin was pretty nice overall. No cell phone service or WiFi , perfect getaway in my opinion !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

gabrielle w.

Perfect family place!
What a lovely time we had! House is perfect for big and loud family gatherings! We all loved the big fireplace and burnt a lot of wood that was provided for free! Thank you Margie! Our little ones 3,5 and 7 felt very comfortable and adventurous running around playing hide and seek! And the adults survived 5 days without internet, in fact all enjoyed the “no cellphone” time... it meant more talks and more games!! Ride to the ski hills takes 15 min, no problem!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Susan S., Royal Oak, MI

Second time around
3 generations of our family stayed this year. The property is great to let the kids explore and play outside and plenty of room inside when the weather doesn't cooperate. We were able to get all 12 family members around the kitchen table. We enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. The 2 bathrooms with showers made everything easier. Our only negative is the configuration of the bedrooms; they didn't fit our needs. We enjoyed swimming and fishing in the pond and I could have sat on the porch all morning. We took a side trip to Griffis Sculpture park this year. The scenery was spectacular. Our youngest family member was fascinated by all the animals hanging on the wall.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018