benny.estate
For SaleMLS # R168677345 days on market

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

Location

Mayville, NY 14757 · Chautauqua County

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.