5745 Chedwel, Bemus Point

Built in 1912 by the Welch family, of the Welch Grape Juice Co., with the landscaping originally designed by the firm of Fredrick Law Olmsted, this cottage is a real tranquil spot on the Lake! Mentioned frequently on the Gadfly and Belle trips as being the Welch house, the cottage proudly sits on approximately 2.18 acres, with approximately 120’of lakefront. The property has a beautiful sloping lawn to the lakefront, with spectacular views and magnificent sunsets. The lakefront and dock areas are private and take in the sights and sounds of the Bell tower, which is directly across the lake. The cottage itself boasts a 2410 + square footage, built with steel beams in the house and porch. The deep wrap porch and screened outside dining area are breathtaking. The exterior covered porches measure over 1,032 square feet and are clearly designed as the main living spaces of this classic lake home. The home exemplifies the shingle style emphasis on linkage between the interior and exterior, here with the wrap around porch with stone supports, three sets of french doors, plus dutch door and stone fireplace. Inside, the large living room and fireplace are open to the lake views, with 2 entry doors. The kitchen has an adjacent spacious, work-in pantry area. The formal dining room opens to the living area and creates a flow that is perfect for entertaining. Upstairs the 6 bedrooms inclusive of 2 sleeping porches are spacious and light. Three of the bedrooms have direct lake views. Off o