4994 Lake Road
Mayville, NY 14757 · Chautauqua County
Price
$469,900
Bed / Bath
4 bd · 3 ba
Interior
5,788 sqft
Lot
34,561 sqft lot
Built
1904
Garage
2-car
↓ Reduced from $479,900
About this home
Step into a piece of Chautauqua history and discover a truly one of a kind property located just north of Chautauqua Institution. Originally built as a sawmill, this remarkable residence blends historic character with incredible flexibility, offering a lifestyle opportunity unlike anything else on the market. The home features a spacious two story layout with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Designed for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining, the home includes an attached two car garage, a loft area, and a cozy sitting room that opens to a private patio, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Adding even more versatility is a separate one bedroom guest apartment with an open concept living space. Ideal for extended family, guests, a private home office, studio, or potential rental income, this additional living area provides endless possibilities while maintaining privacy and convenience. One of the property's most extraordinary features is the massive open workshop space. Rich with history and architectural character, this expansive area still showcases the original second-floor catwalk from its sawmill days. Whether you dream of creating an artist's studio, home gym, collector's showroom, woodworking shop, entertainment space, indoor recreation area, event venue, or simply an incredible workshop for your hobbies and passions, this space is ready to become whatever you envision. Both the main residence and guest apartment share a beautiful oversized covered porch, providing a welcoming place to gather with family and friends while enjoying the property's unique setting. Located just moments from Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua Lake, Bemus Point, and the many cultural, recreational, and dining attractions that make this area so desirable, this property offers the perfect combination of history, character, space, and opportunity. If you've been searching for a distinctive home with room to live, create, entertain, and dream, this historic Chautauqua property delivers a rare chance to own a landmark residence with endless possibilities. Seller is a NYS Lic RE Salesperson
Interior features
- Ceiling Fans
- Den
- Entrance Foyer
- Eat In Kitchen
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Guest Accommodations
- Country Kitchen
- Living Dining Room
- Other
- See Remarks
- Second Kitchen
- Skylights
- Natural Woodwork
- Bedroom On Main Level
- In Law Floorplan
- Loft
- Bath In Primary Bedroom
- Main Level Primary
- Primary Suite
- Workshop
Exterior features
- Blacktop Driveway
- Patio
- Private Yard
- See Remarks
Appliances
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Free Standing Range
- Gas Water Heater
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Mechanical
Heating
Gas, Forced Air
Schools
District
Chautauqua Lake
Tax & finance
Annual taxes
$5,010
Financing
Cash · Conventional
MLS Attribution
Listing courtesy of ERA Team VP Real Estate. Listing agent: AnnaMarie Bennett. Data last updated 7/20/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.
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