Erie, Pennsylvania, located 2 hours north of Pittsburgh, has a lot to offer the vacation traveler. Presque Isle State Park is home to miles of beaches and a great number of endangered species. Boating, fishing and swimming are all popular activities here, and there are over 15 golf courses in the area. And while Erie is the third largest city in Pennsylvania, it still retains a friendly, small-town feel.
Lakeview on the Lake
Located on the shoreline of Lake Erie, this establishment has two-bedroom family cottages situated in a wooded section of the property, away from the other rooms. The property sits on 8 acres and also includes a motel, minicottages and one-bedroom suites. There are only 13 total guest accommodations, and the maximum occupancy for the two-bedroom cottage is four people. The other cottages allow a maximum of two people. The family cottage has a full eat-in kitchen. Prices vary based on the unit selected, but average about $1,500 per week.
Lakeview on the Lake
8696 East Lake Rd.
Erie, PA 16511
(888) 558-VIEW
(814) 899-6948
lakeviewerie.com
Kelso Beach Rentals
This rental company has cottages throughout Erie along the coast. All are located close to an unguarded beach, and within a 15-mile radius of Presque Isle State Park. The occupancy varies from six to 15 people, depending upon the cottage you select. Rents range from $1,200 to $3,500 per week.
Kelso Beach Rentals
1004 West Sixth Street Suite 1W
Erie, PA 16507
(814) 874-3800
kelsobeachrentals.com
Presque Isle Cottage Court
Located just three blocks from the entrance to Presque Isle State Park, these one-, two- and three-bedroom cottages can accommodate between four and eight people. Each cottage has a kitchenette with a refrigerator, sink and stove, and also has screened living rooms or porches. Dishes, glasses and utensils are included. The cottages face a grassy area that includes a playground, and picnic tables and lawn chairs are available. Rents range from $450 to $955 per week.
Presque Isle Cottage Court
320 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 833-4956
hiddenvacations.com/li/Pennsylvania-Erie-Villas-Presque_Isle_Cottage_Court_.html
Swanson's Resort Area Cottages
This property has six cottages, ranging from two to four bedrooms and is located near the entrance to Presque Isle State Park. All cottages include a stove, refrigerator, coffeepot, toaster, microwave and cooking utensils, and there is a television in the living room. The tenant must provide all linens, pillows and towels. Each cottage has its own yard that includes a picnic table, chairs and a charcoal grill. Rents range from $695 to $895 per week.
Swanson's Resort Area Cottages
161 Kelso Drive
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 838-6243
swansonproperties.net
About The Author
Jean Standish Marovich worked as a social worker for more than 15 years in the areas of foster care and adoptions before beginning her writing career. She graduated from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with an undergraduate degree in psychology, and from University of Nevada Las Vegas with undergraduate and graduate degrees in social work. Marovich enjoys running, hiking, biking and swimming.
