A small lakeside village on the shores of Lake Chautauqua. Good food, friendly people, a historic ferry, and one of the most beautiful lakes in New York.
Lakeside lodges, boutique village inns, event venues, and waterfront retreats in Bemus Point, NY on the shores of Lake Chautauqua.
A lakeside lodge in Bemus Point offering classic accommodations close to the village waterfront. Convenient to the lake and Main Street.
Modern suites on the Lake Chautauqua waterfront in Bemus Point. Splash Suites offers contemporary rooms with lake views.
A lakeside resort in the Bemus Point area with scenic accommodations and outdoor recreation access on Lake Chautauqua. Available for family stays, group retreats, and extended visits.
Boutique-style accommodations on Main Street in Bemus Point, steps from the village’s restaurants, shops, and the lakefront. Also available as a vacation rental through local real estate partners.
A wedding and event venue set in the countryside near Bemus Point, with views of Lake Chautauqua. Morning Glory Wedding Venue is available for ceremonies, larger celebrations, and special events. Contact Blair or Drew directly for availability and details.
Fifteen locally owned restaurants, taverns, cafés, and specialty shops, all within a few blocks of Lake Chautauqua.
The Village Casino sits right on the lakefront at 1 Lakeside Drive and has been a gathering point for the community and visitors for generations. Open May through September with food, cold drinks, live entertainment, and a waterfront setting.
A local restaurant on Main Street in Bemus Point serving quality cuisine in a straightforward, welcoming setting. A solid option for residents and visitors looking for a satisfying meal.
A year-round restaurant at 4958 Main Street in Bemus Point, offering sit-down dining with a lakefront location. A good choice for a special occasion or a relaxed dinner in the village.
A year-round neighborhood tavern serving hearty American comfort food and cold drafts. Guppy’s has a lively atmosphere and a loyal following of locals and visitors. Located just outside the village on Route 430.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 557 serves as both a community institution and a casual dining destination in Bemus Point. Open to the public, VFW Post 557 offers affordable, no-nonsense food and drink in a space that carries real community history. A uniquely local experience that supports veterans while welcoming everyone through its doors.
A neighborhood bar and grill in Bemus Point with a relaxed atmosphere. The Green Door Tavern offers comfort food, cold drinks, and a friendly local crowd.
Hogan’s Hut is a casual dining spot and general store in the village that has been a community gathering place for years. Part general store, part casual eatery.
Bemus Point’s go-to for pizza and Italian comfort food. Coppola’s Pizzaria has been satisfying appetites on Main Street year-round with classic pies, hearty Italian dishes, and the kind of straightforward, honest cooking that never goes out of style.
Everything you need for your Lake Chautauqua stay — from fresh produce and pantry essentials to local goods and last-minute supplies — right here in the village, year-round.
The Bemus Point Market is a year-round neighborhood grocery on Main Street in Bemus Point, NY. It stocks fresh produce, deli items, pantry essentials, household goods, and local specialties for residents and visitors alike.
Whether you’re a local looking for your regular stylist or a visitor with some time before a lakeside dinner, Bemus Point has a full-service salon and spa in the village.
Modern Expressions Salon & Spa Inc is a full-service salon and spa located in Bemus Point, NY, open year-round. The salon offers hair and spa services for both residents and visitors to the Lake Chautauqua area.
Bemus Point’s trusted real estate professionals are ready to help you plant roots on the shores of Lake Chautauqua.
An independent real estate agency based on Main Street in Bemus Point, serving buyers and sellers throughout the greater Chautauqua County market.
A full-service real estate agency serving the Bemus Point and Lake Chautauqua region. ERA Team VP is part of the ERA national franchise network and also handles vacation rental bookings in the area.
Kayaking, chartered boat tours, historic ferry crossings, waterfront golf, and a lakeside boat museum, all within a few blocks of each other in Bemus Point, NY.
Bemus Bay Water Toys offers kayak, paddleboard, and water toy rentals right on the Bemus Point waterfront. A good starting point for getting out on Lake Chautauqua at your own pace.
One Fine Day Boat Charter offers private lake cruises departing from Long Point State Park, available for sightseeing, special occasions, sunset cruises, and group outings. Contact Captain Paul directly for scheduling.
ROCK Marine carries marine products, handles boat sales, and provides on-the-water service for Lake Chautauqua boaters. Open May through October.
One of the oldest continuously operating ferries in North America, the Bemus Point-Stow Ferry has been carrying passengers across Lake Chautauqua since the 1870s. It’s a short, scenic crossing between the villages of Bemus Point and Stow, and a well-known part of the Lake Chautauqua experience.
The Lawson Center is a nationally recognized small craft boat museum and community gathering space on the shores of Lake Chautauqua in Bemus Point. It holds a collection of historic wooden boats and small watercraft, open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Local contractors, legal services, a credit union, transportation, and community organizations, all based in Bemus Point.
The Bemus Point Volunteer Fire Department serves the Bemus Point community and surrounding Lake Chautauqua area. An all-volunteer department and a long-standing part of the village.
The Bemus Point Library offers books, digital resources, children’s programs, and community events. Open year-round, serving both year-round residents and seasonal visitors.
Dedicated to preserving the history of Bemus Point and the Lake Chautauqua region. The Bemus Point Historical Society maintains local archives and hosts community programs throughout the year.
A Disabled Veteran’s Retreat & Wooded Oasis dedicated to supporting veterans and their families through nature-based healing programs. Healing For Heroes is a 501(c)(3) organization providing a peaceful, restorative environment in the Bemus Point area.
A community makerspace in Bemus Point, open June through September. The Illustrious Order of MAKESMITHS is a creative workshop space open to the public.
Local shuttle service in the Bemus Point area, available May through November, weather permitting. Contact for current scheduling and availability.
Legal services for individuals and local businesses in the Bemus Point and Chautauqua County area. The offices of Attorney Elisabeth A. Hall are affiliated with Miller Hall Financial.
A member-owned financial cooperative serving the Bemus Point community and surrounding Lake Chautauqua area. Inner Lakes Federal Credit Union offers savings accounts, loans, and other financial services to its members.
A shop in Bemus Point featuring original artwork alongside handcrafted furniture and home décor pieces.
A pottery studio and shop open May through November in Bemus Point. Bemus Point Pottery sells hand-thrown and handcrafted ceramic pieces made locally, including mugs, bowls, vases, and sculptural works.
A local shop in Bemus Point. Stop in and see what’s new.
The Ugly Peacock is a boutique in Bemus Point carrying a mix of gifts, accessories, and home goods.
A seasonal shop open May through November in Bemus Point. Petals & Twigs carries custom floral and faux flower arrangements, garden accessories, resort wear, wall art, home décor, men’s gifts, and children’s books, toys, and accessories.
A women’s clothing boutique on Main Street, open May through October. GI Threads carries clothing, footwear, accessories, gifts, and home décor, including brands like Alo Yoga, Barefoot Dreams, Dolce Vita, Steve Madden, and Mudpie.
A Bemus Point institution since 1908. With three floors of shopping on Main Street, Skillmans carries apparel and footwear for women and men, artisan jewelry, home accents, gourmet food and wine accessories, books, and a dedicated kids’ room with puzzles, books, and games. Open seven days a week.
A working alpaca farm and gift shop located just outside Bemus Point, open April 15 through January 15 and by appointment. Alpacaville sells alpaca yarn, clothing, blankets, and accessories made from their on-site herd. Visitors are welcome to meet the animals.
Stone & Outdoor Living Center in Bemus Point carries landscape stone, outdoor furniture, hardscape materials, and outdoor living products for local property owners and lake home projects.
An ice cream and treats shop in Bemus Point, popular with families and a regular stop for visitors during the summer season.
Sweet Aleda’s serves creative customized sodas, sweet treats, and desserts in Bemus Point. A specialty shop with its own personality and a growing following among visitors and locals.
A dining and bar destination in Bemus Point with lakeside meals, drinks, and a lively summer atmosphere on Lake Chautauqua.
A year-round café on Main Street in Bemus Point serving quality coffee and light bites. A relaxed spot for a morning coffee, open to both residents and visitors.
The Chautauqua outpost of Ellicottville Brewing Company, a western New York craft brewery. Ellicottville Brewing on Chautauqua serves award-winning craft beers and a food menu in the Bemus Point area.
A year-round tap house and golf course on Main Street in Bemus Point. Play a round, then stop in for a cold draft and something from the kitchen, or just come for the food and drink.
An architectural design firm based in Bemus Point. Bemus Bay Architecture, PLLC offers residential and lakeside design services.
A contracting firm serving clients in Bemus Point and the greater Chautauqua County area.
A locally owned home services provider in the Bemus Point area. Contact directly for current service offerings and availability.
The official Village of Bemus Point municipal government. Your resource for village ordinances, local governance, permits, and community announcements.