Asa Ransom House

10529 Main Street-Route 5
Clarence New York 14031-1684
USA

http://www.asaransom.com

Phone: +1-716-759-2315
Phone: +1-800-841-2340
Fax: +1-716-759-2791

General Information

Voted best B&B in Buffalo News Readers survey.
In 1803 Asa Ransom built a grist mill on the property, the first in Erie County. The original Inn structure dates back to 1853. Dining rooms were added in 1975 with careful concern to keep the charm of the 19th century. Each room has been created with its own distinctive character. All have private bath, radio & hidden TV, telephone, Wi-Fi & AC. Nine of our ten rooms have working fireplaces, and rooms 5 - 9 have a porch or balcony. Pets are limited to roomsd 5 & 8. Dinner is available, including many local farm products. Afternoon Tea served Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 10 guest accommodations (10 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is $ 95.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 120.00 and $ 330.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: Suites
    Abigail's Garden, suite #9, features a whirlpool tub.
    Rooms 5 - 9 feature a fireplace and outdoor porch.
    Country Garden Suite (#10) also has a whirlpool tub and a french door leading out to the herb garden.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Videos
  • Wedding Facilities

Other Amenities: Fireplaces in 9 of 10 rooms, Two with Whirlpool, Some rooms with private entrance

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
  • Lunch is available for $10 - 15
  • Dinner is available for $12 - 36
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon Tea - Tue, Thr, and Sat., Lunch Wednesdays only, Fruit
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Yankee Pot Roast
    Slow roasted brisket simmered with begetables and gravy served over mashed potatoes

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required ($100 deposit required on Friday and Saturday reservations)
  • Closed: January
  • Check in time is 2-9pm and Check out time is 11 am
  • Cancellations:
    Refund of deposit will be made if the reservation is cancelled seven or more days in advance. If the cancellation is made less than seven days, the deposit will be refunded if the room can be re-rented.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • AAA
    • Empiere State B&B Association
    • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
    • Select Registry
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
 10%AAA (Sunday - Thursday) 
 10%AARP (Sunday - Thursday) 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Queen Anne
  • Built in 1853
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1993
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Access for the disabled

Location

  • Location is best described as: Village
  • Nearest major city: Buffalo, NY (18 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    Traveling east on I-90, exit 49,L on Rte.78 for 1 mile to R on Rte.5 for 51/2 miles to Inn. Traveling west on I-90 exit 48A & R on Rte.77 for one mile to R on Rte. 5 for 10 miles to Inn.
  • Nearest major airport: BUF 9 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    15 minutes from Buffalo Int'l Airport and Amtrak. From Airport - East (left) on Rte. 33 (Genesee St.) to Ransom Rd. (aprox. 8 miles) Turn left on Ransom, go to end, turn left and Asa Ransom is 1/2 way up the hill on left. Amtrak - will pick up from Depew station. Must call ahead.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Robert Lenz, Abigail Lenz
    Traveling the country by train, gardening, model railroading, Farmers' market, participating in community organizations.
  • The innkeepers speak: English
  • There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Lockport Canal Rides, Lancaster Opera House, Wine Tasting, Amherst Colony Museum, Niagara Falls - 28 miles, Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Golfing, Hiking trails, Jogging Trails, Retreats - learn to paint., Dinner Theater, Antiquing, Shopping, Sight-seeing