Westfield offers rural charm in Lake Erie’s Concord Grape Belt
Westfield is a small town in Lake Erie’s Concord Grape Belt, a 60-mile stretch known as the largest Concord grape-growing region in the world. Once called the Grape Juice Capital of the World, it became home to Welch’s first grape-juice plant in 1897. Though no longer the company’s headquarters, Westfield remains an agricultural community with vineyards, wineries and events that cultivate its grape-growing heritage.
Rows of green grapevines surround the independent village of Westfield, a walkable town center with shops, restaurants and historic red-brick buildings. “Westfield is a cute, little, sought-after town,” says Mary Ford, an associate broker with ERA Team VP Real Estate who has more than 30 years of experience selling homes. “There are beautiful old houses, a vibrant downtown and seasonal produce in the summer. It’s very Americana.” Along with its rural charm and quaint village center, Westfield offers lakefront recreation that draws homebuyers looking for a quiet community rooted in nature.
Surrounded by nature, Westfield Township, New York, offers plenty of outdoor recreation to enjoy throughout the day.
Westfield Township, New York, sits in the heart of Lake Erie’s famous Concord Grape Belt.
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Wineries, festivals and grape growers near the Grape Discovery Center
Residents can sample Concord grapes at spots like Johnson Estate Winery, the state’s longest continuously operating estate winery. It’s also one of many stops on the 50-mile-long Lake Erie Wine Trail. In mid-September, the Westfield Grape and Wine Festival celebrates the grape harvesting season with themed activities for all ages. A grape stomping contest encourages friendly competition, while wine tasting workshops highlight the region’s terroir. The festival also includes educational activities at the Grape Discovery Center, the official visitor’s center for the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt. Agricultural tourism is essential to the town’s economy, and companies like Mogen David Wine Corporation and Growers’ Co-op Grape Juice Company grow their grapes in Westfield.
Wine lovers will enjoy exploring Westfield Township, New York, where many local wineries and breweries offer tastings and tours.
Visit Johnson Estate Winery on West Main Street in Westfield Township, New York, one of the area’s best-known wineries.
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Housing options range from country retreats to lakefront properties
Westfield is home to roughly 4,550 people, more than 65% of whom live in the village center. Development thins out across the rest of town, where quiet country roads pass farmhouses, Cape Cod-style builds and ranch-style homes with large lots. Lakefront properties offer scenic views of the water, although they rarely come on the market. Home prices generally range from $90,000 for smaller builds to $530,000 for lakefront homes. At Edgewater Condominiums, waterfront units sell for $100,000 to $230,000. Westfield’s overall CAP Index Crime Score is 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
In Westfield Township, New York, you’ll find a variety of homes, including charming farmhouses and spacious ranches.
Many homes in Westfield Township, New York, enjoy scenic lake views right from their backyards.
Many homes in Westfield Township, New York, back up to wooded areas, offering quiet spots to unwind.
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Downtown has shops and restaurants, with bigger retailers in Jamestown
Downtown surrounds the East Main Street Historic District and the French Portage Historic District, both known for their collections of 19th-century and early 20th-century architecture. It offers a mix of specialty shops, thrift stores and vintage spots like the Westfield Village Antique Center. For essentials, residents can go to CVS, Tops Friendly Markets and Dollar General. Jamestown is about 26 miles away and has larger retailers such as Wegmans, The Home Depot and Walmart.
Family-owned eateries include Full Strength Coffee Company and Calarco’s Italian Restaurant. Westfield Main Diner serves American classics in a retro setting, and Portage Pie uses locally grown fruits in its homemade treats. More businesses sit near the lakefront, including When Pigs Fly BBQ Pit and Westfield Fisheries, a seafood market known for its smoked catches.
Downtown Westfield Township, New York, offers plenty of shops and dining options to explore.
There are many small local shops in Westfield Township, New York, including Rosie’s Workshop on Main Street.
Stop by Westfield Main Street Diner in Westfield Township, New York, for a hearty meal when you’re hungry.
Go thrifting with friends at local thrift and antique shops in Westfield Township, New York, such as the Westfield Village Antique Center.
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Water recreation in Barcelona Harbor, near places for winter sports
The lakefront offers seasonal campgrounds and green spaces like Ottaway Park, which has a playground and picnic tables. Barcelona Harbor Beach and Barcelona Harbor Pier are popular for fishing, boating and paddling near the historic Barcelona Lighthouse, the first natural gas-powered lighthouse in the world. Fishermen also visit Chautauqua Creek, especially during steelhead season. Residents are just over 10 miles from Chautauqua Gorge State Forest, where cross-country skiers and snowshoers can explore during colder months. Lake-effect snow can bring heavy storms to Westfield, which averages more than two feet of snowfall each year. Peek’n Peak Resort offers downhill skiing less than 25 miles away. There are more recreational opportunities in the village, which has a pool, skatepark and public library.
Just a few minutes away, enjoy the beautiful views of Lake Erie in Westfield Township, New York.
The Barcelona Lighthouse in Westfield Township, New York, is an iconic landmark beloved by locals.
Lakeside Park in Chautauqua, New York, includes a playground, dog park, and several sports courts for recreation.
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Westfield Academy and Central School serves all grades on one campus
The Westfield Central School District earns an overall grade of B-minus from Niche and has a lower-than-average student-to-teacher ratio of 9 to 1. It has one central campus, Westfield Academy and Central School, serving students from prekindergarten through 12th grade and housing Westfield Elementary School, Westfield Middle School and Westfield High School. The elementary school scores a B-minus from Niche, the high school gets a C-plus and the middle school is not rated. The Westfield Academy Volunteer Experience program encourages students to give back to the community by requiring all high schoolers to complete at least 40 hours of community service. Learning can continue during the summer at the nearby Chautauqua Institution, a nonprofit education center with programs for all ages.
Students in Westfield Township, New York, hit the books at Westfield Elementary School.
Westfield High School was given an overall A- rating from Niche.
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Moore Park hosts outdoor markets with food, crafts and more
Events take place downtown in Moore Park, including the seasonal Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market. “We also have the Arts and Crafts Festival," says Brandi Russo, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Holt–Mayville who has been in the industry for over 20 years. Each July, the YWCA Westfield Arts and Crafts Festival turns the park into an outdoor marketplace with crafts, food and live entertainment. It also raises money for Westfield’s Young Women's Christian Association.
A scenic byway and major highways offer access to Erie and beyond
The Chautauqua Area Regional Transit System bus stops in Westfield’s village center, though most residents rely on their own cars to get around. A National Scenic Byway runs parallel to Lake Erie’s shoreline and offers a direct route to Erie, about 30 miles west. The New York State Thruway and U.S. Route 20 also pass through town, and it’s about a 45-mile drive to Erie International Airport and 70 miles to Buffalo. Westfield Memorial Hospital provides healthcare access in the village center.
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