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Asa Ransom House

Asa Ransom House

10529 Main St
Clarence, NY 14031-1684
United States of America

(716) 759-2315
(800) 841-2340

 

Circa 1853. Set on spacious lawns, behind a white picket fence, the Asa Ransom House rests on the site of the first grist mill built in Erie County. Silversmith Asa Ransom constructed an inn and grist mill here in response to the Holland Land Company's offering of free land to anyone who would start and operate a tavern. A specialty of the dining room is "Veal Perrott" and "Pistachio Banana Muffins."

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Asa Ransom House



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Rates

$120 to $185

Payment types accepted include Visa, Travelers Checks, Personal Checks, Master Card and Discover.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast

Events Hosted

  • Seminars
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Weddings
  • Showers

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Full Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Country Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Banquet Service
  • Restaurant on Premises
  • Wine

Other Activities

  • Wineries
  • Tennis
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Parks
  • Museums
  • Live Theater
  • Hiking
  • Golf
  • Bicycling
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing
  • Amusement Park

Transportation Services

  • Train Station Pickup

Innkeeper(s)

Robert & Abigail Lenz

Rooms

This property has 10 total guest accommodations with private bath, 9 with fireplaces, 2 with whirlpools, 2 two-bedroom suites and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include King, Queen and Twin.

Amenities In Room

  • Data Ports
  • DVD
  • Hair Dryer
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Reading Lamps
  • Refrigerator
  • Stereo
  • Television
  • Bath Amenities
  • Bathrobes
  • Coffeemaker
  • Desk
  • Telephone
  • Air Conditioning
  • Turn-Down Service
  • CD Player
  • Cable TV
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Snack Bar
  • Clock Radio
  • VCR
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Some With Porch Or Balcony
  • Old-time Radio Tapes
  • Some With Heated Towel Bars. Cheese & Fruit Bowl In Room Upon Arrival

Amenities On Site

  • Bicycles
  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Handicap Access
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Gift Shop
  • DVD
  • Herb
  • Flower Gardens

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Television
  • Modem Connection
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Gym Nearby
  • Flexible Cancellation
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Hiking/biking Trail
  • Breakfast Box For Those Leaving Extra Early

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Asa Ransom House

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Location: Village.


Romantic Interest

Canopy beds, fireplaces, private porches, balconies, gardens, quiet location.

Historic Interest

Original brick part of building dates back to 1853. Built on site of first grist mill in Erie County. Parcel wall and railroad trestle remain. Clarence is the oldest town in Erie County.

Historic Awards:

  • Local Register (Granted)
  • City Historical Site (Applied)

Historic Memberships:

  • Local Historical Society
  • City Historical Society
  • National Trust

Historic sites nearby:

Clarence Center Emporium (5 miles), Amherst Museum, Colony (8 miles), Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site (Wilcox Mansion) (16 miles).

Other Awards:

New York State Wine and Grape Foundation Restaurant Award for excellance in promotion New York Wines as part of Fine Dining experence.

Weather

About Our Rooms

Joseph Ellicot

Joseph EllicotA king size bed with high canopy proudly presides in this stately getaway. Enjoy a lovely view of the gazebo and front gardens and relax in the spacious bath.

 

Rebecca Hamlin

Rebecca HamlinA popular choice for young couples. Decorated in blues and mauves, this romantic choice is dreamy with its canopy queen bed. A cozy fireplace completes the picture.

 

Portia Ransom

The handsome 1853 brick wall is unique in this room, along with a corner fireplace, hand stenciling and a brass and iron queen bed.

 

Wilson Greatbatch

In this large and impressive space, enjoy a traditional fireplace facing the king size bed, along with a wonderful library corner and sofa bed.

 

Pine Grove

The only accommodation with a front porch of its own on the main floor. It has antique iron and brass twin beds or a king bed and a corner fireplace.

 

Millstream

A dark oak king size bed faces the fireplace. This deluxe room has its own balcony and a wonderful view of the south gardens and pond.

 

Blue Willow

The scheme here is all blue and white. This junior suite offers a canopy queen bed, fireplace, bathroom with heated towel bar and open sitting room. The view from the balcony of the summer gardens is most relaxing.

 

Renaissance

This dramatic suite with carved mahogany king bed has a fireplace, private parlour with sofa bed, bathroom with heated towel bar, garden porch and picture window framing the pond and gardens.

 

Abigail's Garden

A canopy high-poster queen bed, fireplace, refrigerator, robes and window bench make this a most desirable retreat. A small parlour, porch and whirlpool tub are among the best features.

 

Country Garden Suite

Large suite with four-poster bed, whirlpool for two. Features French doors leading to the herb garden, sitting area by fire, library corner, robes, refrigerator and desk with a window view.

 

Innkeeper Note

In the heart of the village with flower and herb gardens, gazebo and seating areas. Most rooms feature a porch or balcony, fireplace, and two have a whirlpool tub. Biking/hiking trails nearby, along with interesting specialty shops. Afternoon tea on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, dinners daily except Monday. Enjoying Innkeeping even after 35 years. We look forward to your visit! Bob Lenz Innkeeper

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Asa Ransom House

 

Policies

Cancellation:One week
Pets:Pets Allowed and Available in rooms 5 & 8.
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on6/5/2010
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Asa Ransom House

5 of 5 hearts
Dawn S (17 reviews)
Port Orange, FL
6/5/2010

What a great place to stay. The food was awesome. Nice fruit and cheese awaited in our room upon arrival. Great location to stay for going on the Niagara Wine Tour.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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romantic

Asa Ransom House

5 of 5 hearts
brian g (2 reviews)
Clyde, NY
11/7/2008

My wife and I truly enjoyed this B&B as a romantic, spur of the moment getaway. From the beautiful fruit and drink arrangement in our room upon arrival to the wonderful gourmet dinner served on site, the Asa Ransom House has our vote for number 1!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Asa Ransom House

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

Popular spot keeps getting better.

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wonderful!

Asa Ransom House

5 of 5 hearts
Brian G (2 reviews)
Fingerlakes Region,
9/16/2008

My wife and I loved the Asa Ransom House! We have been to a number of other B&B's and this one ranks at the top of the list.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 4 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Publicity and Press Reviews

Toronto Star, Buffalo News, Prevention Magazine, Country Living, Country Inns, Buffalo Spree, Inn Country USA.

Other Ratings: 3 AAA Diamonds, 3 Mobil Stars, iLoveInns Guests

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are March-June, September-Dec. 15, Sunday-Thursday