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0 Baths
5,500 sqft

$795,000/month

188 South Erie Street, Chautauqua NY, 14757

Price per sqft$144.55
Built in1995
Property size5,500 sqft
Property typeCommercial

Overview

Active

Listed May 27, 2026

Updated Aug 22

Introducing 188 South Erie Street, a landmark waterfront opportunity along the shores of Chautauqua Lake offering over 5,000 square feet of mixed-use space with extraordinary residential, hospitality, and commercial potential. Formerly home to one of the area’s most recognized lakefront destinations, the property is now positioned to offer a rare opportunity for an owner, investor, or visionary entrepreneur to write this iconic property’s next chapter. Inside, soaring ceilings, dramatic architectural trusses, expansive open-concept interiors, and panoramic lake views create an atmosphere unlike anything else on the lake. Originally designed for gathering and entertaining on a grand scale, the existing layout naturally lends itself to a luxury waterfront residence, boutique hospitality concept, mixed-use development, or a wide range of commercial and lifestyle-oriented ventures. Existing infrastructure includes a commercial kitchen layout, large central bar, expansive waterfront patios, oversized windows, generous parking, and a footprint adaptable to multiple concepts. Dock rights leased through the Village with access directly outside the building, direct access to the snowmobile trail system, and prominent visibility from the water, Route 394, and the Chautauqua Rails-to-Trails create exceptional year-round accessibility and exposure. Located within the B2 Lakeside Business Overlay District, the property offers true mixed-use flexibility with additional opportunities potentially available subject to municipal approvals. Whether envisioned as a signature lakefront residence, destination hospitality venue, mixed-use waterfront development, or an entirely new concept, 188 South Erie represents a rare adaptive reuse and legacy opportunity in one of Western New York’s most scenic waterfront settings. Ideally positioned within close proximity to Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Cleveland, and the Canadian border, the property is exceptionally well-suited for both seasonal and year-round enjoyment. 188 South Erie is offered for both purchase or lease.

Additional information

MLS® ID
R1678275

Interior Features

Bathrooms
0
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.71 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$10,015
Tax Frequency
Annually
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