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The Jefferson Inn of Ellicottville
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  • Inn Details

    Located on a quiet street in the center of Ellicottville, our charming 1800’s Victorian Inn is a perfect refuge for memorable moments. Enjoy a romantic walk around the picturesque town or cozy up in front of the gas burning fireplace. You are within easy walking distance of restaurants, boutiques, and spas. We are only minutes away from Holiday Valley and HoliMont Ski Resorts. Built around 1835, the Inn has maintained its timeless features, now coupled with modern amenities. The house has been beautifully restored and furnished with antiques and reproductions. Relax in the elegant living room around the inviting fireplace, watch a movie in the TV room or rock in a chair on our wrap around porch and watch the town go by! For those needing relief from a day of strenuous activity, a hot tub is available on the back porch year round to soak away your aches. Choose to stay inside the Inn in a B&B room or in one of our efficiency suites. The B&B rooms, located on the second floor, include four tastefully decorated bedrooms and one luxury suite inviting you to experience both comfort and convenience during your stay. Each room is a combination of period antiques and incredibly comfortable beds and mattresses. Efficiency units are located at the side of the Inn overlooking the garden. These units are perfect for guests requiring additional privacy or for those traveling with young children or pets. Both have private baths with showers, sitting areas, kitchenettes, televisions, and telephones. You can enter these units privately from the Inn's covered porch. All rooms have a private full bath. A full gourmet breakfast is served for those staying inside the Inn. Just an hour south of Buffalo at the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains and only minutes from Allegany State Park, the Jefferson Inn is also close to the Nannen Arboretum, Seneca Allegany Casino, Amish country, Griffis Sculpture Park, Chautauqua Institution, and a host of antique shops and museums.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Jean loves the outdoors and can be found skiing, hiking, gardening or playing with Ellie, her golden retriever. Hope you have a sweet tooth - Jean spends lots of time baking tasty treats for guests!

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Award winner: "Inn of Distinction" NY State 2005

    • Award: Best for Winter Escapes and for Outdoor Adv

    • Ski/golf Packages

    • hiking/biking trails

    • maps for antiques & Amish

    • small receptions

    • Business travel

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Hairdryer

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wet bar

    • Wi-Fi

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  • Mary O’Rourke Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$229

    Relax in soft elegance as the sun falls through the windows in the early morning hours and the chime of local church bells calls to you. Named after a previous owner of the original home, the Mary O'Rourke Suite is tastefully decorated in natural wood and jewel tones. This two room suite boasts a private sitting room with TV/DVD, fireplace and loveseat. The separate bedroom has a queen bed. Each room has bathrobes, hairdryer, extra pillows/blankets/towels, alarm clock/radios/CD player, central air conditioning, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet.

    Robert Shankland

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Sunshine from the two windows cascades across the two twin beds in the Robert Shankland Room. Robert Shankland, the original owner of the house and the owner of the Cattaraugus Republican, would have enjoyed sitting in the easy chairs to read his morning paper. The room is decorated in Wedgewood blue. If preferred, the twin beds can easily be converted to a king. Each room has bathrobes, hairdryer, extra pillows/blankets/towels, alarm clock/radios/CD player, central air conditioning, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet.

    Nellie Fraser

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Whether it was Mr. & Mrs. Fraser or their daughter Violet, they would be delighted today with the fresh, airy feeling of the sea grass green room while reading in the king-size bed or curled up on the loveseat. Snuggle up on the loveseat in this romantic room overlooking Jefferson Street. The comfortable king-size bed and the quiet atmosphere are relaxing. If preferred, the king bed can easily be converted to a king. Each room has bathrobes, hairdryer, alarm clock/radios/CD player, central air conditioning, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet.

    Rose McMahon

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$189

    Cute and cozy! For our single traveler or couple, we have the perfect room with a comfortable queen bed, armchair and desk that doubles as a dresser. This room's window looks north to the hills. The McMahon’s lived in this home from 1885 to 1898 and ran the hardware store in town. The room is decorated in moss green and cream. Each room has bathrobes, hairdryer, extra pillows/blankets/towels, alarm clock/radios/CD player, central air conditioning, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet.

    Elizabeth Hickey

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Two generations of Hickey’s owned the house. The women in the family would have loved this lavender hued room overlooking the village park and gazebo. The Elizabeth Hickey room has a comfortable king bed which can be converted to twin beds if desired. Each room has bathrobes, hairdryer, extra pillows/blankets/towels, alarm clock/radios/CD player, central air conditioning, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet.

    Darcy Efficiency Unit

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Relax on your private porch and watch the town go by or curl up with a book in front of your fireplace. The Darcy and Garden Suites are decorated in a soothing blue with a country cottage feel. Each has a private entrance. Pets and children under 12 are welcome. Each suite has an efficiency kitchen, private bath, tv/dvd, cozy bathrobes, extra pillows/blankets/towels, hairdryer, alarm clock/radios/CD player, window air conditioner, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet and access to the outdoor hot tub. Breakfast is not included.

    Garden Efficiency Unit

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Relax on your private porch and watch the town go by or curl up with a book in front of your fireplace. The Darcy and Garden Suites are decorated in a soothing blue with a country cottage feel. Each has a private entrance. Pets and children under 12 are welcome. Each suite has an efficiency kitchen, private bath, tv/dvd, cozy bathrobes, extra pillows/blankets/towels, hairdryer, alarm clock/radios/CD player, window air conditioner, separate heat controls, outgoing telephones, free wireless internet and access to the outdoor hot tub. Breakfast is not included.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 p.m.    Check out: 11:00 a.m.

    • Minimum stay: Holidays/Festival Weekends usually have a two or three night minimum stay

    • Deposit amount required: A 50% deposit is required to make a reservation, with the balance due one month prior to arrival.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations and rescheduling must be made one month prior to your scheduled arrival. There is no refund if a reservation is cancelled less than one month prior to arrival unless the room is rented again. If the room is rented, your refund will be less a $15 service charge.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: No

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Young children can be accomodated in efficiency units.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30-9:30 (flexible)

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Homemade treats

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Berry Stuffed French Toast
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 15 minutes

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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    • Village

    City

    • Buffalo

    • Distance to city: 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Going east on 90 from Cleveland, just past Erie, take I-86 (formerly 17)East to exit 21 and go North on 219. Going West on 90 from Rochester or Syracuse, take exit 55 and go South on 219. From Pittsburgh, take 80 East and 219 North, or 79 to Erie, Pa. From New York City, take 17 and I-86 all the way to exit 21. From Toronto, take QEW to Ft. Erie, 190 South, 90 West, exit 55 and 219 South. There is one stoplight in the village and we are just behind the town hall, which is on the NorthWest corner

    Airport

    • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo/Niagara International) 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      90 West to exit 55, then 219 South. In center of village at only stoplight, turn right and you can see us on your left. One hour from airport.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Casino

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Picnic area

    • Ski area

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

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    Great Place

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    I was on business and stayed 1 night. She was soooo accomodating - I loved it! I had to be at my meeting very early and she was up right with me making sure I had a nice hot breakfast to start the day. Hope we win the business so I can stay again. Great town can't wait to try out the sky slopes and / or golf courses next time.

    Felt Like Home

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The Jefferson Inn was our first B&B experience. And what an enjoyable experience it was. The innkeeper, Jean, served my wife and I awesome homecooked breakfasts which we ate while having stimulating conversations with her and other guests at the breakfast table. The inn itself is clean, well furnished with antique furniture throughout and is a short walk to the restaurants, bars and shops of downtown Ellicottville. Our hostess encouraged us to explore the town and local attractions and made it clear that we could come and go as we please. We found the atmosphere at the inn very relaxing and wished we could have stayed longer. We'll be back.

    Simply Incredible

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    It is like going home to see a good friend. Clean, inviting, service with a smile. Breakfasts were phenomenal . Stuffed French Toast, Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, Fresh Homemade Jams, Muffins, and Cookies. Bedrooms are very well appointed, Private Baths - exceptionally clean. Property is well maintained. Close to town amenities.

    Location Style and Great Food

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    This in is just perfect. The location is just steps away from the action in downtown Ellicottville, which is filled with charming shops, taverns, and restaurants. We were greated with smiles, the room was beautifully appointed, and the bath was immaculate. I mentioned that I had a gluten allergy, so she made me creme brulee french toast with GF bread, and there were GF muffins, and everything was so delicious. I highly recommend this Inn to anyone looking for fun in the Ellicottville area.

    The Jefferson Inn of Ellicottville

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    This was my first visit to a bed and breakfast. From the time of arrival to departure the staff was wonderful. The inn was inviting, clean and a special place. The food was wonderful and always a little treat and a cold or hot drink available. Location to the town was fantastic. A very pleasent memory.

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