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Bemus Point, NY 14712
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Jamestown, NY 14701
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Specialization We specialize in representing clients in the purchase and sale of Chautauqua Lake and Chautauqua County Real Estate including Lake Erie, Bear Lake, Cassadaga Lake and Findley Lake NY Real Estate. We service Chautauqua Institution, Ashville, Bemus Point, Chautauqua, Dewittville, Greenhurst, Harmony, Jamestown, Lakewood, Maple Springs, Mayville, North Harmony, Stow. We keep current of all transactions in these areas, and we are also very knowledgeable about the local schools, businesses and recreational activities.
Chautauqua Lake History For many of us who live in Chautauqua County, Chautauqua Lake is an important part of our lives in several different ways. It touches us politically, economically, and socially. It also touches us historically. One cannot tell the story of Chautauqua County and its people without talking about the lake, because the lake has determined, in large part, what that story is.
Waters arising in Chautauqua County flow to both the Mississippi River and to the St. Lawrence.
Chautauqua Lake was formed during the glacial period. Before that time, it is possible that the northern end of the lake, then only a river, drained into Lake Erie as the streams north of the dividing ridge still do today. Formation of the ridge, however, blocked the river's flow and elevated it high enough so that it joined with the southward flowing river and formed the Chautauqua Lake we know today.
The lake is 17 miles long and 2 miles wide at its greatest width. The surface area is approximately 13,000 acres. The maximum depth is about 78 feet. The north basin average depth is 26 feet and the south basin is 11 feet. The shoreline is about 46 miles. The lake lies southeast to northwest across the county at an elevation of 1,308.25 feet above sea level. It is one of the highest navigable lakes in the nation.
Some say Chautauqua (shah tau' qua) is a Seneca Indian name meaning "Bag Tied in the Middle". A look at the map shows the name fits the lake. The lake boasts some of the best fishing opportunities in the country whether you're a novice or an avid angler. Bass, muskie, walleye, perch, and crappie are just some you will pull in.
The French spelled the lake's Indian name several ways. Maps and reports by Jesuits and explorers who traveled through or near the region by the 1700s exhibit the individual versions: Tchadakoin, Tjadakoin, Chataconit, Shatacoin, Jadaxque, Jadaaqua. The Holland Land Company, on its 1804 maps, spelled it Chautaughque. The "gh" was soon dropped, but the final "que" remained until 1859 when it was changed to its present "qua".
The suggested meanings of this Seneca word are equally numerous: the place where one is lost; the place of easy death; fish taken out; foggy place; high up; two moccasins fastened together; and a bag tied in the middle. Several meanings refer to the lake's or the region's physical or climatic features; two refer to the lake's appearance; and two meanings come from Indian legends.
From above, the lake does resemble a long bag tied in the middle, and that is now the favored translation of Chautauqua. Whatever the correct meaning of its name, however, there is no disputing Chautauqua Lake's inextricable link to the people and the history of Chautauqua.
Chautauqua County Chautauqua County and Lake Chautauqua are located in the westernmost part of New York State. A resort area centered around famed Chautauqua Lake. Its western border is Lake Erie.
Chautauqua County lies approximately 70 miles southwest of Buffalo, 50 miles northeast of Erie, PA and approx: 400-500 miles west of NYC. The county is served by major airports in Buffalo and Erie as well as the Chautauqua County Airport. Interstate routes I-86 and I-90 connect with major eastern, Canadian and western cities and markets.
Our climate is varied, parts being tempered by Lake Erie and parts at higher altitudes providing cool summers and snow cover for three major ski resort areas. Our average summer temperature is 77 degrees and our winters average 32 degrees.
Chautauqua County is home to the world famous Chautauqua Institution located on the shores of Lake Chautauqua. Chautauqua Institution, a summertime center for study, inspiration, and relaxation, is a familiar landmark in American cultural history.
The county is a popular vacation and second home region providing a wide variety of spring, summer, fall and winter activities. One can find boating. fishing, hiking, downhill and cross country skiing, cycling, snowmobiling, Amish crafts and furniture and some of the best dear hunting in the northeast. Plus, antiquing, concerts, art shows a great wine trail to name a few. Please visit the Chautauqua County Visitors' Bureau for a complete resource of info. You can also click on Community Info/Links If your interested in books about Chautauqua Lake, Institution or County click on:
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In Chautauqua County you will also find some of the most affordable housing in the country, as well as excellent schools and universities, museums, churches and a wholesome life style supported through agriculture, manufacturing, education, tourism and web based businesses all supported by DSL, Road Runner and the countys fiberoptic infastructure. The county is also home to a wide variety of service professionals.
On behalf of Julia and myself, we welcome you to our website and Multiple Listing Service. We invite you to use it and welcome the opportunity to assist you with all your real estate needs in a professional and ethical manner.
Properties found on this Web site may be listed with a brokerage other than the owner of this site and are displayed here via the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) system of this broker's MLS. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing nor displaying broker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints, and shall be held totally harmless.
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