- Presque Isle Lighthouse is in Erie, Pennsylvania.presque isle lighthouse image by Wendy Hampe from Fotolia.com
Named for one of the Great Lakes, Erie, Pennsylvania is the state's fourth largest city and according to state promoters, home to the nation's oldest land lighthouse which was built in 1818. Erie played a significant role in the War of 1812 when an American squadron defeated a British fleet and changed the military situation on the Western frontier. Today Erie is a popular destination for travelers, offering every type of entertainment from amusement parks to fishing spots and beach vacations. Accommodations in Erie range from small quaint bed and breakfast establishments to luxurious, elegantly outfitted cottages. - Kelso Beach Rentals offers tastefully furnished cottages, some with Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, hot tubs, and stone fireplaces. You may choose from 19 uniquely outfitted cottages. For example, the one-bedroom Woodmeer has hardwood laminate flooring throughout the home and huge windows that provide close-up views of the lake from every angle of the home.The four-bedroom Sandcastle Cottage is tiled throughout the home has two decks for relaxing outdoors. Weekly rental prices range from $1,020 to $4,000 and linen-packages are available for an additional $150. Owners require a deposit of the greater of $350 or 25 percent of the total rental cost at the time of reservation.
Kelso Beach Rentals / Erie Beach Rentals
1004 W Sixth St, Suite 1W
Erie, PA 16507
814-874-3800
kelsobeachrentals.com - Located two minutes from Presque Isle and within walking distance of Waldameer Amusement Park, Swanson's Resort Area Cottages include one, two, three and four bedroom vacation homes. The fully-equipped cottages include fully-equipped kitchens with kitchen utensils and dishes. The outdoor areas are complete with picnic tables, lawn furniture and charcoal grill. The one, two, three and four-bedrooms cottages rent weekly at $645, $745, $845 and $945 respectively. Your stay must begin or end on Saturday, check in by 3 p.m. and check out by 9 a.m.
Swanson Properties
161 Kelso drive
Erie, PA 16505
814-838-6243
swansonproperties.net - Lake View on the Lake is a smaller property that offers a variety of accommodations. Offerings include three mini cottages, a family cottage and a "retreat" cottage. The mini cottages feature a double bed, a front porch furnished with Adirondack chairs, a microwave and refrigerator. The two-bedroom family cottage has double beds in each bedroom and is equipped with a complete kitchen. Located in a private wooded area of the property, the family cottage includes a picnic table, bench swing and a campfire area. Lake View presents "Anna's Retreat" as their more luxurious offering. Promoters state that Anna's Retreat has a queen includes bedroom with a walk in closet; living room with queen sized sofa bed, dining room, full kitchen, two bathrooms, private deck, gorgeous views of Lake Erie Sunsets and of the beautiful grounds and pool. Rates at Lake View on the Lake range from $99 to $225 per night. The property enforces a seven-day cancellation policy and travelers reserving less than seven days automatically forfeit opportunities for refunds. All other cancellations are subject to a $10 cancellation fee.
Lake View on the Lake
8696 East Lake Road
Erie, PA 16511
814-899-6948
lakeviewerie.com
