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Ellicottville

Sidewalk view in Ellicottville, NY (2016)

Ellicottville was named in honor of Joseph Ellicott, an agent of the Holland Land Company, was formed from Ischua in 1820.  A portion of Ashford and East Otto were taken in 1824, and 1858 respectively.

Ellicottville is a charming little ski town in Western New York with two ski resorts, Holiday Valley and HoliMont. Historic Ellicottville isn't just for the Winter Season as it is a year-round destination with boutiques, restaurants and great shops!

Learn more about Ellicottville, NY or view their upcoming events.

Places in Ellicottville

Full service, well stocked ski and snowboard shop featuring top notch equipment, apparel and accessories. 
North America's largest private ski area devoted to family skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor adventures.
Visiting Ellicottville?
A venue for meetings, gatherings and weddings with direct access to Nannen Arboretum.
A full service, family-owned company offering Real Estate Sales & Vacation Rental Management.
A small off-grid “Glamperound” featuring three large sites on 5 acres.
Shop located in the village of Ellicottville.
Conveniently located slopeside, these 1, 2 or 3 bedroom condos are a home away from home. 
Fresh baked bread, daily!
A brewery, distillery and restaurant in Ellicottville that offers some tastes from around Buffalo and Western NY.
Do you want to be an artist?
A smaller version of traditional golf!
SK8EVL was formed in 2018 to advocate for the sport of skateboarding and raise funds for the construction of a public skatepark in Ellicottville, NY.
Restaurant in Ellicottville with award winning beer!
Check out the selection of clothing and accessories.
A bar that's the local favorite in Ellicottville, NY!
Four star slope side condominium/hotel.
Visit Ellicottville's only salt cave!
Forgot some gear or looking for something new?
Three level chalet sits on 1.5 acres of privacy.
Come chill at Katy's Cafe and start your day off right with a hot fresh cup of coffee, a variety of expresso drinks, or one of their homemade baked goods.
Located on a quiet street in Ellicottville, N.Y., this charming 1800's Victorian Inn is a perfect refuge for memorable moments.
This sweet little shop is located on the lower level in the Holiday Valley Lodge.
Work on your golf swing all year long!

Nightmare Hayrides

Jump on the SCARIEST HAYRIDE in Western New York. Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings only.  Nightmare Hayride is a twenty five minute tractor drawn hayride that will lead you down a creepy haunted path with live scary creatures. You may end up sitting in the person's lap next to you.  But that's not all!  You will then have to make your way through the Gothic Chamber, Haunted Wooden Maze, and through the Haunted Barn with the Vortex Tunnel.

New Year's Eve Liquor Mile & 5K

Join Ellicottville Distillery as they celebrate the last day of 2023 with their annual "Liquor Mile" at on Sunday December 31st!

Distillery opens and registration for runners starts at 11am. Run starts at 12pm. It is $25 a runner to enter the 5k followed by the Liquor Mile which is $15. $35 fee if you are planning on doing both the 5K & Liquor Mile.

All proceeds will be donated to Oishei Children’s hospital.

After every quarter of a mile you get a miniature cocktail! 1 mile run + 4 drinks!