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We specialize in the process of buying and selling homes throughout Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus! If you are a buyer or seller who lives near Chautauqua or Cattaraugus, or if you are looking to relocate to our area, we are happy to assist you! Real estate is one of the largest and most exciting investments one can make. We are here to make sure that your process is a fun and rewarding one! Our website is geared toward our local areas of Chautauqua and Cattaraugus, and also surrounding communities such as Jamestown, Bemus Point, Ashville, Gerry, Panama, Frewsburg and all other surrounding areas . We are specialists in our community and we would be happy to help you with all of your real estate needs!
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Chautauqua Lake History
For many of us who live in Chautauqua County, Chautauqua Lake is an important part of our lives in several different ways. It touches us politically, economically, and socially. It also touches us historically. One cannot tell the story of Chautauqua County and its people without talking about the lake, because the lake has determined, in large part, what that story is.
Waters arising in Chautauqua County flow to both the Mississippi River and to the St. Lawrence.
Chautauqua Lake was formed during the glacial period. Before that time, it is possible that the northern end of the lake, then only a river, drained into Lake Erie as the streams north of the dividing ridge still do today. Formation of the ridge, however, blocked the river's flow and elevated it high enough so that it joined with the southward flowing river and formed the 17-mile lake we know today.
Chautauqua Lake, lying southeast to northwest across the county at an elevation of 1,308 feet above sea level, is one of the highest navigable lakes in the nation.
Some say Chautauqua (shah tau' qua) is a Seneca Indian name meaning "Bag Tied in the Middle". A look at the map shows the name fits the lake. It is 17.3 miles long and boasts some of the best fishing opportunities in the country whether you're a novice or an avid angler. Bass, muskie, walleye, perch, and crappie are just some you will pull in.
The French spelled the lake's Indian name several ways. Maps and reports by Jesuits and explorers who traveled through or near the region by the 1700s exhibit the individual versions: Tchadakoin, Tjadakoin, Chataconit, Shatacoin, Jadaxque, Jadaaqua. The Holland Land Company, on its 1804 maps, spelled it Chautaughque. The "gh" was soon dropped, but the final "que" remained until 1859 when it was changed to its present "qua".
The suggested meanings of this Seneca word are equally numerous: the place where one is lost; the place of easy death; fish taken out; foggy place; high up; two moccasins fastened together; and a bag tied in the middle. Several meanings refer to the lake's or the region's physical or climatic features; two refer to the lake's appearance; and two meanings come from Indian legends.
From above, the lake does resemble a long bag tied in the middle, and that is now the favored translation of Chautauqua. Whatever the correct meaning of its name, however, there is no disputing Chautauqua Lake's inextricable link to the people and the history of Chautauqua.
Chautauqua County
Chautauqua County and Lake Chautauqua are located in the westernmost part of New York State. A resort area centered around famed Chautauqua Lake. Its western border is Lake Erie.
Chautauqua County lies approximately 70 miles southwest of Buffalo, 50 miles northeast of Erie, PA and approx: 400-500 miles west of NYC. The county is served by major airports in Buffalo and Erie as well as the Chautauqua County Airport. Interstate routes I-86 and I-90 connect with major eastern, Canadian and western cities and markets.
Our climate is varied, parts being tempered by Lake Erie and parts at higher altitudes providing cool summers and snow cover for three major ski resort areas. Our average summer temperature is 77 degrees and our winters average 32 degrees.
Chautauqua County is home to the world famous Chautauqua Institution located on the shores of Lake Chautauqua. Chautauqua Institution, a summertime center for study, inspiration, and relaxation, is a familiar landmark in American cultural history.
The county is a popular vacation and second home region providing a wide variety of spring, summer, fall and winter activities. One can find boating. fishing, hiking, downhill and cross country skiing, cycling, snowmobiling, Amish crafts and furniture and some of the best dear hunting in the northeast. Plus, antiquing, concerts, art shows a great wine trail to name a few. Please visit the Chautauqua County Visitors' Bureau for a complete resource of info. If your interested in books about Chautauqua Lake, Institution or County click on:
Chautauqua Bookstore
In Chautauqua County you will also find some of the most affordable housing in the country, as well as excellent schools and universities, museums, churches and a wholesome life style supported through agriculture, manufacturing, education, tourism and web based businesses all supported by DSL, Road Runner and the countys fiberoptic infastructure. The county is also home to a wide variety of service professionals.
On behalf of our members, we welcome you to Real Estate Advantage. We invite you to use our site in selecting your home or property and to assist with all your real estate needs in a professional and ethical manner.
Properties found on this Web site may be listed with a brokerage other than the owner of this site and are displayed here via the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) system of this broker's MLS. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing nor displaying broker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints, and shall be held totally harmless.
Earl Johnson, Broker/Owner
Richard Benedetto, Broker/Owner
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