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Luxury in a Historic Landmark-great restaurants within walking distance!

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3 Schlafzimmer2+ BadezimmerPlatz für 8 Gäste241.5 m²

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Clarence, NY
  • Samuel’s Grande Manor
    ‪6 Autominuten‬
  • Walden Galleria Mall (Einkaufszentrum)
    ‪17 Autominuten‬
  • University At Buffalo - North Campus
    ‪18 Autominuten‬
  • Buffalo, New York (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪15 Autominuten‬

Zimmer und Betten

3 Schlafzimmer (Platz für 8 Personen)

Schlafzimmer 1

1 King-Bett und 2 Einzelbetten

Schlafzimmer 2

1 Queen-Bett

Schlafzimmer 3

1 Queen-Bett

2 Badezimmer, 1 Gäste-WC

Badezimmer 1

Seife · Handtücher werden bereitgestellt · Badewanne oder Dusche · Toilette · Shampoo · Haartrockner

Badezimmer 2

Seife · Handtücher werden bereitgestellt · Badewanne oder Dusche · Toilette · Shampoo · Haartrockner

Badezimmer 3

Seife · Handtücher werden bereitgestellt · Toilette

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Luxury in a Historic Landmark-great restaurants within walking distance!

Enter a by-gone era at our stonehouse, circa 1820~Unique architecture & history. Honored as a Historic Landmark in our town. Step back in time, yet enjoy an extremely comfortable bed and beautiful neighborhood with a park!

The space:
You have private use of the house in a quiet neighborhood! Upstairs are three bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The ground floor has the dining/living room, foyer and 1/2 bath, "Rocker Room" (circa 1820) and "Vintage Kitchen" (1950). We have achieved historic landmark status from our town, and we are very proud to share the history of this house that is connected to the War of 1812 and Buffalo!

There is so much to do in this area! We are a short drive from the Highmark Stadium where the Buffalo Bills play (32 min), Buffalo/Niagara Airport (15 min), Niagara Falls (45 min), & Several Buffalo Universities and Colleges (think Parent Weekend or Student Drop off). It takes less than 30 min on major streets and expressways to get to Downtown Buffalo hosting a wide variety of theatres, restaurants and nightlife. Drive to the East of us to reach Darien Lake Theme Park (25 min), Akron Falls (15 min), Batavia (30 min) and Rochester Area (60 min). Many of our guests wished they stayed longer, just to enjoy the house and neighborhood, much less the reason they came into town! Spring offers a Saturday morning farmers market, local hiking, pond fishing, bike paths and a park across the street is great for families.

All the bedrooms are outfitted with extremely comfortable, high end mattresses, including Saatva, Winkbed and Aireloom. We have dressed the beds with soft, cotton and hypoallergenic sheets, pillows and blankets. There are 2 full bathrooms upstairs with the bedrooms, with plenty of towels for you to use. Toilet paper, liquid hand soap & body wash are provided in each bathroom. Want to know more about the 3 bedrooms? Read on...

The Master King bedroom has a great king bed and twins. The wood floors in this room are original soft pine from the 1860's & we are very proud of the refinishing job we did! There are vintage wooden shutters in this room that date to the early 1940's. One of the twin beds is in an "annex" room that was built as a sewing room with an ironing board built into the wall in 1947. It features a walk in closet. This bedroom shares a hallway bathroom with the canopy room.

The middle bedroom is called the Rose Room after my daughter, who loves to paint roses, and you will see her artwork in that room. It has an incredibly comfortable mattress on the queen bed and en suite bathroom. The bathroom has newly installed tile and a gorgeous vessel sink that is hand-thrown on the wheel by my husband Jack. This room has an electric fireplace for ambiance and heat.

The older part of the house hosts the "Canopy Room", which has exposed original beams & a queen bed under a canopy. Antique dresser and beaded milk glass vases and lamps adorn this space. This room was the servants quarters in the 1940's and still has a back stairway that empties very close to the kitchen. We ask that you not use these stairs, as they are very steep. In the early 1800's, this was probably where they entered the loft bedroom via a ladder. The canopy room shares a hallway bathroom with the master king room. Past Guests think this is the most romantic room!

Your dining/living room can be used to enjoy catered or take out food from 9 restaurants all within walking distance. The restaurants cover a spectrum of prices and meal choices, from a burger, pizza or gourmet plates. I have a great binder in the house with restaurant menus and recommendations. There is a small farm brewery within walking distance & my husband is the brewer!

You may use the kitchen for informal cooking. You will experience a small, cute kitchen, pretty much like it was in 1947. It has countertop appliances: induction 2 burner cooktop, George Foreman Grill, cottage size fridge, vintage wall oven, microwave, keurig machine (coffee pods provided), toaster, coffee pot (all sorts of coffee & sweeteners are provided), blender. We will have mugs, vintage dishes, bowls, silverware & wine glasses for you to use. There is no dishwasher, so you will need to wash the dishes you use. I will provide common kitchen cleaning supplies and trash bags.

The kitchen remains as the greatest throw back to older times. We decided to leave it as it was originally installed, circa 1947. We have records that new ovens were installed in 1955 & they still work! Recently, a mason told us the brick walls look like 19th century work. Eighty years of a family's life was left in the attic and cupboards, so we were able to display and even reuse many items from a bygone era. Just outside the kitchen is the original room of the house, with a grand fireplace and rockers for you to relax. The walls in that space are the original plaster walls, we didn't paint over them! In the winter, we will set up your first wood fire for you to enjoy free of charge. We appreciate a small fee to pay for additional fires. We provide hardwood that is cut from trees on the property and prefer that you do not purchase other wood. We want to meet with you when you arrive to show you how to set up the fire and enjoy it safely.

We recently added a Smart TV in the living room. Please remember your own passwords to the streaming services you prefer. Our space invites families to talk over a puzzle, play games and enjoy the area. Several of our guests mentioned they didn't even turn on the TV, but really enjoyed the puzzle on the piano!

Like I said, the property is a work in progress. You might see us in the barn outback, working in there to open a ceramic studio. Currently there are several pieces of pottery in the house that Jack made, some even are for sale. We hope in the summer to offer "Come and Play in Clay...and Stay!" If you want to know the history of this home or know why we named it the Honeyhouse, just contact us!

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We like our neighbors and we want them to continue to like us! Please honor neighborhood quiet time from 9pm to 9am.
Please carry rolling luggage over the pine floors of the living room and master bedroom. The wood floors are 19th century pine.
The house was built in the mid 1800's with unique architecture. Thresholds between rooms may require a step up or down. .

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Clarence

Mitten in Clarence befindet sich dieses Ferienhaus. Die schöne Natur der Region erlebst du hier: Amherst State Park und Great Baehre Conservation Park. Wenn du dagegen eher kulturell interessiert bist, ist Folgendes empfehlenswert: Clarence Historical Museum und Lancaster Opera House. Du möchtest deinen Aufenthalt in der Stadt mit dem Besuch eines spannenden Events oder einer Sportveranstaltung aufpeppen? Dann schau doch einmal hier vorbei: Elegant Builders Raceway Park oder Northtown Center at Amherst. Entdecke die hiesige Tierwelt bei Aktivitäten wie Naturwanderungen und Vogelbeobachtungen.
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Clarence, NY

In der Umgebung

  • Samuel’s Grande Manor - 6 Autominuten - 6.0 km
  • Timberlodge at Arrowhead Golf Club - 9 Autominuten - 8.6 km
  • Walden Galleria Mall (Einkaufszentrum) - 17 Autominuten - 18.2 km
  • University At Buffalo - North Campus - 18 Autominuten - 18.2 km
  • Six Flags Darien Lake - 21 Autominuten - 24.3 km

Fortbewegung vor Ort

  • Bahnhof Buffalo-Depew – 17 Fahrminuten
  • Flughafen Buffalo Niagara Intl. (BUF) – 15 Fahrminuten

Restaurants

  • ‪Clarence Travel Plaza - ‬8 Autominuten
  • ‪Brazen Brewing - ‬6 Autominuten
  • ‪Campfire Grill - ‬2 Autominuten
  • ‪Clarksburg Cider - ‬8 Autominuten
  • ‪Nana's Mediterranean - ‬3 Autominuten

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Check-in ab: 16:00 Uhr.

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Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.

Wo befindet sich Luxury in a Historic Landmark-great restaurants within walking distance!?

Dank der ausgezeichneten Lage in Clarence ist dieses Ferienhaus nur einige Schritte von Clarence Historical Museum und 2,1 km von Antique World Market entfernt. Ebenfalls in einem Umkreis von 10 km: Elegant Builders Raceway Park und The Links at Ivy Ridge.

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Sauberkeit

10/10

Ausstattung

10/10

Zustand der Unterkunft

10/10

Umweltfreundlichkeit

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 – Hervorragend

kevin c.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wedding weekend

Plenty of room in the place and the beds were comfortable. Low beams in places if you are over 6 ft and we couldn't get the football games on TV. But it was a lovely place to stay in clarence at a great price.
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Oktober 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Bruce E.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

fantastic place!

This is the second time I’ve had friends / family stay at this residences. A really unique property with a great backstory and wonderful hosts. Very comfortable place to stay. My group this time are really experienced travelers with many travel books / features to their names. They all loved it. A perfect headquarters to explore all the WNY has to offer. (The first visit was a for a family wedding.) It will certainly be my go-to place for future visitors.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Oktober 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Elizabeth P.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Beautiful week!

We had the unique opportunity to stay at this house with our 4 young children ages 8months, 3,5, and7. We messaged sue prior to booking to make sure this property was suitable for a family our size and she was so accommodating and encouraging. What sold us on this place was the stunning park with bike paths directly across the street. In the house Sue reassured us that breakable things were out of reach and she had toys and books for the kiddos which was a lifesaver. Clarence is absolutely charming with excellent restaurants within walking distance. We planned some crock pot meals for the kids, I will say the kitchen is not super conducive for cooking large family meals, so plan to eat out or make simple meals here. There is also no washer and dryer and nearest laundromat was about 15 min away so be sure to plan accordingly. During our stay we went to Niagara State Park twice about 40min away and we went to the Buffalo children’s museum about 25 min away. We really could have stayed longer and just stayed in Clarence doing some outdoor exploring at the park, my kids could have spent all day here. The house is very spacious with great bed arrangements for young kids as well which was another favorite feature for us. You can tell sue loves this house and sharing it with people, we hope to be back someday!
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Oktober 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Anna Marie

Gut: Sauberkeit, Ausstattung, Zustand der Unterkunft und Kommunikation
Sue is a wonderful hostess. She quickly got back to us when we had questions, had great recommendations for dining and places to visit. Loved that we could read about the history of the house and the area. We will definitely stay there again.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im September 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Lynda H.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

A place to stay for a class reunion

The house was lovely with tons of history. The owner was very welcoming and gave us lots of ideas for places to eat and see!
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im September 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Amy V.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Unique and historic home - so comfortable and accommodating!

The house is full of charm with notes from Sue and Jack (the amazing hosts) to help us make the stay most comfortable as well as learn about the history throughout the house. We were about 30 min to Buffalo and Niagara Falls so easy to get to but stayed in a quaint and beautiful town away from the hustle. They shared a ton of great recommendations for food, drink and shopping to make the most of our stay locally. They checked in to make sure we had what was needed and were available for any questions if it came up! Would 1000% recommend - only regret was I forgot to sign the book! Thanks for an amazing stay Sue and Jack!
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Juli 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Thomas Z.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Clarence Family Gathering

Beautiful property with thoughtful host. Property was very clean and well-appointed with a lot of great history. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Mai 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Linda V.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wonderful family home!

We spent Thanksgiving week in Honey House in Clarence. We had a grand time hanging out in the house and also enjoying Clarence and Buffalo. The House was spacious -- big dining table for computers, games or eating. There was plenty of room in the living room for football watching. The bedrooms were also spacious and beds very comfortable. The bathrooms were updated and there was plenty of hot water for the five of us. Sue and Jack are amazing hosts with check ins to make sure we were comfortable and needing anything. The five of us had such a good time admiring the art, antique items and artifacts that are in the house. We also took Sue's recommendations and ate in 4 of Clarence's restaurants that were all walking distance to the house. Sue was so helpful before we arrived, during our visit and also after we departed. I left a valuable item in the house and she sent it to me. You don't get that service if you stay in a hotel! We have family in Buffalo and I am sure if we come to visit, Honey House will be our home away from home.
Aufenthalt von 6 Nächten im November 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Fran T.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Clarence

House was perfect for our needs. Comfortable and convenient. Host was great. Will stay again if available.
Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im Oktober 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Maryanne L.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

In Town for a Family Wedding Weekend

Sue and Jack have such a beautiful, spacious and welcoming home! They are also the very best kind of hosts - attentive (checking in once each morning via text to see if we needed anything) but very respectful of our privacy and space. The house is so spacious, clean and welcoming, with beautiful gardens, outdoor artworks, history and artifacts as well as comfortable a/c and modern bathrooms and conveniences. We recommend the Honey House highly and certainly would book again in the future!
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im September 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Angela F.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great Stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is great, as long as you're not expecting a modern house. We weren't, so we (mom, dad, and 4 teens) enjoyed it as the bit of history that it is. Very clean, and plenty of space. Sue made sure we had what we needed and let us know of opportunities in the community, as well as about many of the restaurants in the area. Great hostess, and great house. We would definitely come here again!
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im August 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Julie P., Buffalo, NY

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Quaint

Interesting historical landmark. Not your average ABnB. Great location
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im August 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jenna M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wonderful

This house and location were everything we could have dreamed of. We have a large family and the house never felt crowded, everyone had plenty of room. The little details all over the house really made it feel well cared for and extra homey and cozy. The yard was so whimsical and had an enchanted feel with all of the flowers and decor. We also loved how we were so close to everything. Walking distance to the beautiful and relaxing park, walking distance to the farmers market, the AMAZING donuts two houses up! Omg so good. All of us are already looking forward to coming back and making this a family tradition. Sue, thank you for everything! You were the most hospitable host, and it was so appreciated. Thank you for making it a wonderful stay for us all.
Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im Juli 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

David P.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

History and Friendliness

Upon arrival Sue gave us a nice history lesson of the place that goes back to 1820! Very comfortable and roomy. Loved the stay in the house. Communication was great with Sue and Jack throughout the stay. Couldn't ask for better hosts. The area of Clarence Hallow is a wonderful place to stay. Good restaurants, Had a nice walk to the hallow every morning for Jamakin me Crazy coffee at the Clarence Deli. Fresh made breakfast sandwiches available there also. The beautiful Clarence Park is right across the street with playgrounds and pool for our grandkids, and biking hiking on the other side of the lake for all. Absolutely great vacation!
Aufenthalt von 11 Nächten im Juni 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

bill l.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Mr

Short stay but nice
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Juni 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Karen G.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Awesome!

We spent 4 nights here. We flew in on a red-eye flight and were exhausted. Sue offered an early check-in, gave us suggestions of local restaurants and activities, made sure we had everything we needed, and even brought us some donuts from the local bakery one morning. Although we didn’t spend a lot of time at the property, we had plenty to do. There were games, puzzles, books, wi-fi, etc. If we are ever in the area again, we will definitely be booking this property!
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Mai 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Yuliya

Gut: Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Wonderful! Waiting for the next one time.
Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im Mai 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great Location

Interesting historical home
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Mai 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jeannie B.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

The Merlinos are Fabulous!

Sue went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and at home. I call the house our "home away from home." That is thanks to the atmosphere Sue and Jack create for their guests. Do yourself a favor and make this house your number one choice because you won't find another property like it! Plus the location is close to shops and restaurants, some of which are in walking distance. A+++
Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im April 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Alissa O.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Historical Family Stay

Traveled here with five kids and was a little concerned it wouldn’t be family friendly but staying in this historical home ended up being such an educational experience for the kids and they loved it. Sue and Jack also did everything they could to make us all comfortable. As a mom, it’s not often I’m the one being pampered but I sure felt that way here! Do recommend.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Februar 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gary S.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Awesome hosts, very cool house

A beautiful historic house. Very comfortable beds. The best hosts you could ask for! The bakery that is two doors down was closed due to weather so Sue delivered fresh baked scones. What more could you ask for
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Dezember 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Anthony A.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great Property and Hosts

We loved our stay and hosts went above and beyond for our comfort. We had zero complaints about the property and have to say we were impressed by the comfort of the beds and the overall "old world" feel of the house. Thanks for the great time Sue!
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Dezember 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Carolyn F.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Step back in time with the convenience of modern amenities!

Large spacious property elegantly appointed to transport you back to a bygone era! Perfect for a large gathering. Enjoy reconnecting with family and friends, playing games and sampling some of the local fare and sites within the community.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Dezember 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jeanine L.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wedding Weekend

We booked this property because it was close our wedding venue. It was perfect! Very historical with a great atmosphere. The hosts are five stars and beyond. They are very responsive and wonderful people. Best rental experience by far. Would highly recommend a stay here.
Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten im Oktober 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gabbi M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

The most amazing stay I’ve ever had

Our stay at this property was the most amazing rental experience I’ve ever had. The property is nothing short of stunning and unique. The age and history of the property made for such a fun experience. My family and I loved having no tv and just spending the time together. We played games and did puzzles together. The touches of old and modern in the home made it feel cozy and intriguing. All the furnishings and bathrooms were lovely and very comfortable to use. The decor in the house made us feel like we were living in the past! Jack and Sue were extremely welcoming and made sure every single need we had was met before we even had to ask! Super fun experience and would definitely recommend!!!!!
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im September 2022

Über den Gastgeber

Zu Gast bei Sue & Jack Merlino

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We live a literal stone's throw from the Honeyhouse, so we can quickly help you out with anything you may need. Jack is a talented craftsman working in clay, so throughout the house you will see his handmade work: bathroom sinks, vases & lamps. This summer, he plans on opening up a pottery studio in the barn on the property, so you may even be able to see him sculpt clay when you visit. Sue is a retired science teacher, now the Honeyhouse hostess & pottery assistant. When the house is not booked, Sue organizes wellness workshops in the dining room.

Darum fiel die Entscheidung auf diese Unterkunft

When the old stonehouse just a few doors away went up for sale, we checked it out and decided to take the plunge to restore it, so we unpacked the tools and set up a plan. During the first summer, we rented the house out as a set to a local film producer for a haunted lighthouse film. Some of the interior scenes for "Widow's Point" starring Craig Sheffer, were filmed at the house before we renovated.

After that, we started the exterior with removing overgrown trees and roof work. Restoring the original windows next, & that was hard because most were painted shut decades ago, many broken. We discovered wavy antique glass panes on the property and wherever we needed to replace a pane, we meticulously cut the antique glass to fit. Now you can see the lines, bubbles & waves in almost all the windows made by glassblowers in the late 1800's. Jack scraped and painted the original cedar shake and wooden trim on the outside of the house. We changed the color from a drab green to a deep blue.

The entire lower floor is made from limestone that masons must have mined locally in the 1800's. The lower floor exterior walls are 14 inches of solid stone. That made working the electricity and plumbing very difficult, but we did it! We did replace the bathroom sinks with Jack's gorgeous hand-thrown vessel sinks, but many of the features are original, we just cleaned and painted.

The kitchen remains as the greatest throw back to older times. We decided to leave it as it was originally installed, circa 1947. We have records that new ovens were installed in 1955 & they still work! Recently, a mason told us the brick walls look like 19th century work. Eighty years of a family's life was left in the attic and cupboards, so we were able to display and even reuse many items from a bygone era. Just outside the kitchen is the original room of the house, with a grand fireplace and rockers for you to relax. The walls in here are the original plaster walls, we didn't paint over them!

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You'll feel like you stepped back in time when you enter. We hope to fill the house with more antiques & Jack's pottery this summer. We also want to use the space to sell Jack's pottery to our visitors. We'll make a wood fire during the winter in the Rocker Room. We are working on the backyard landscaping next spring.

Clarence Hollow has recently opened up a beautiful banquet hall in a renovated vintage church just down the road. Our house could be where you spend the weekend after enjoying an event at the "Brick Hall." We counted 9 restaurants where you can dine-in then walk back to the house, or get take out and eat on our lovely large dining room table with vintage dishes.

There is a lot to do with your family around here! There is a large town park across the street for hiking, cross country skiing, sledding, picnics, fishing & playgrounds! There are miles of bike paths that start at this park. Akron Falls and Tillman Swamps are just short drives away too. There's a small bowling alley you can walk to for Sunday morning Breakfast & Bowl. Shopping? Drive east to go antiquing, drive west for the mall. A few miles away are malls, movie theatres, Highmark Stadium where the Buffalo Bills play, Darien Lake, several Buffalo universities, & the Buffalo/Niagara Airport. Niagara Falls, USA is just a 45 minute ride from the house, mostly on expressways.

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