Are you a resident of WNY looking for a cool “staycation” spot? Or looking to visit Buffalo and want a home to rent for the week? Check out “The Station” home located at the corner of Starin Avenue and Amherst Street. The Station was originally owned by Buffalo Cement and leased by New York Central and Hudson River Railroad. Built in 1897, it was known as the Bennett Station. After WWI, the Beltline gradually faded from existence due to the development of trolley lines and automobiles. It was sold to the Boy Scouts to be used as a scout’s headquarters until after WWII. It is the only surviving station on the Belt Line.
The current owners are Patrick Nehin (president) and Saschi Nehin (partner) of Swiss Packaging LLC of NY and Switzerland, which is a luxury brand development and design company with extensive experience in jewelry and watch packaging and display.
Leaving the historic shell intact, the Nehin’s designed a modern retreat. The 1,645-square-foot train station now features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen was originally added when the Boy Scouts bought the building, it has since been upgraded to feature a contemporary design with stainless steel appliances. The living room, which was once the train station’s waiting room, now features a theater-quality sound system and a large screen TV. Also, the home is fully automated.
Other amenities include a pool and jacuzzi. The home is set back off the street, and has its own short cobblestone access road. Surrounded by trees and beautiful landscaping, the design gives you the feeling of being secluded in your own forest hideaway.
Chadwick Bozeman, star of the movie “Marshall,” stayed in the home during filming. It was also featured on HGTV’s show “You Live In What.” And most recently was featured on WIVB News Channel 4, Check out the video here.
The Station is located near Hertel’s commercial strip and within walking distance to Delaware Park and the Buffalo Zoo. The Station can be yours for about $200 per night. See the full Airbnb listing here.
Photos courtesy of Patrick Nehin.
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