Welcome to one of Chautauqua Lake's most extraordinary waterfront properties, where panoramic lake views surround you from nearly every room and create a setting that is rarely found. Perfectly positioned on the shoreline, this exceptional Bemus Point residence offers an unmatched connection to the water, with breathtaking vistas stretching in every direction and a spectacular lakefront lawn that invites endless days spent enjoying the beauty of the lake.
Designed for effortless living and unforgettable entertaining, the outdoor spaces are truly exceptional. Gather on the expansive lakeside patio, complete with a custom outdoor kitchen featuring a built-in grill and stone oven, all overlooking the sparkling waters of Chautauqua Lake.
Inside, the thoughtfully designed three-level home offers generous living spaces filled with natural light and stunning lake views. The main level features a spacious living and dining room with an additional lakeside sitting room and a lakeside sitting room, a breakfast room just off the kitchen, and a welcoming family room. An impressive indoor grill room, complete with an open-hearth gas grill, wet bar and full bath, seamlessly connects the home to the lakeside patio, making indoor-outdoor entertaining effortless.
Upstairs, the primary suite showcases breathtaking panoramic lake views that greet you each morning. A second private bedroom suite features its own lakeside glass-enclosed sitting room—an incredible space to relax with a morning coffee, unwind with a book, or enjoy spectacular sunsets and star-filled evenings over the water. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath complete the second level. The third floor offers an additional bedroom and full bath, providing comfortable accommodations for guests.
This is more than a lakefront home—it's a legacy property offering one of the most remarkable waterfront settings on Chautauqua Lake. Whether hosting large gatherings, enjoying peaceful mornings by the water, or creating lifelong memories, this exceptional residence offers a lifestyle that is as rare as its panoramic views.
Active
$1,890,000
3239 Driftwood Rd, Bemus Point, NY 14712
5beds
4,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$394/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable accommodations for guestsExpansive lakeside patioLakeside sitting roomSpectacular lakefront lawnWelcoming family room
- 90 days
- 618
- 17
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
ERA Team VP Real Estate 716-413-0200,
JoHanna "Hanna" Briggs 716-450-4319
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1696305
Originating MLS: Chautauqua-Cattaraugus
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Ductless, Gas, Baseboard, Hot Water
Cooling
- Ductless, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Den, Guest Accommodations, Great Room, Living/Dining Room, Sliding Glass Door(s), Solid Surface Counters, Skylights, Bar, Bath in Primary Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,800
- Total interior livable area: 4,800 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Dock, Fence, Patio, Private Yard, Stamped Concrete Driveway, See Remarks
- Fencing: Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Dock Access, Lake
- Body of water: Chautauqua Lake
- Frontage length: 184
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 184 x 150
- Features: Pie Shaped Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0636893510180001035000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Slate,Tile
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bemus Point
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $394/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $710,000
- Annual tax amount: $21,663
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,890,000$394/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2017 | $10,997 | $710,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $710,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $710,000 +42% |
| 2010 | -- | $500,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $500,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $500,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $500,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $500,000 |
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Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 14712
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bemus Elementary
- High: Maple Grove Junior-Senior High
- District: Bemus Point
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




