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the james family

Meet the James Family! A homeschooling husband and wife duo who travel the world with their four small kiddos. Emilee and Josh created Haven Homes because they realized really quick how hard it is to find safe, reliable, and comfortable accommodations when traveling. When the James Family isn't at home in Buffalo, they're probably out chasing waterfalls with their kids.

Mindfully designed spaces

our lifestyle vacation properties

Whether you are traveling solo, with someone, or with the entire family, we know how important a safe and clean environment is when we travel. From location to personalized entry codes to security cameras… sleep peacefully knowing that you are safe when you stay with Haven Homes.

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Mindfully designed spaces

our lifestyle vacation properties

Whether you are traveling solo, with someone, or with the entire family, we know how important a safe and clean environment is when we travel. From location to personalized entry codes to security cameras… sleep peacefully knowing that you are safe when you stay with Haven Homes.

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explore our other ventures

Real Estate is our passion. Whether it’s helping people find their dream home, creating cozy vacation getaways, or guiding clients through designing their space, we live for it. Take a look below to see for yourself!

e james & co

home staging and design

Expert home staging and design services, blending style and functionality to attract and inspire.

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the josh james team

with keller williams realty

Maximizing property values and streamlining the selling process with our expert real estate sales services.

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our lifestyle vacation properties

We believe that no stage of life should hold you back from going on your next adventure. Whether it’s a family visit, staycation for the weekend, or going to a place for the first time. We know what it takes to make a stay memorable, regardless of the reason… so we do that, plus more.

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Browse our properties

our lifestyle vacation properties

We believe that no stage of life should hold you back from going on your next adventure. Whether it’s a family visit, staycation for the weekend, or going to a place for the first time. We know what it takes to make a stay memorable, regardless of the reason… so we do that, plus more.

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Our latest trips

the haven home blog

We believe that no stage of life should hold you back from going on your next adventure. Check out some of our latest family trips; we hope they inspire your next adventure. 

Top 5 Pizzerias in WNY

By Emilee James • November 20, 2022
Looking for the perfect pizza spot in Buffalo? Look no further!

5 Must-Visit Local Coffee Shops in WNY

By Emilee James • November 15, 2022
Here are some of our favorite WNY coffee shops!

Explore the Greater Buffalo Area | Waterfall Edition

By Emilee James • November 1, 2022
FALL in love with waterfalls in the greater Buffalo area

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Introducing ✨The Willow Home✨ located on Lake Ontario! First three guests will receive 20% off their booking by using code WILLOW at checkout. www.havenhomesvacay.com/willow-home
Meet the faces behind Haven Homes ✨ We are The James Family! Josh, Emilee, Elexa, Elijah, Judah & Esmia. We are a travel-loving homeschool fam based out of Western NY. We enjoy pizza night, adventures, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills. Our favorite day of the week is Friday & our longest roadtrip to date is 22 hours. We sure are glad that you’re here! Tell us something about yourself 👇🏻
the views matter ✨ #lavenderhome #havenhomes #str #airbnb #vrbo #vacationrental #vacationhome #buffaloblogger #rochesterblogger #nycblogger #lakevibes #lakehouse #lakehousevacation #onthewater #getaway #buffalostaycation #buffalo #olcottny
Introducing The Lavender Home ✨ This spacious and contemporary chalet style lakefront home, is perfect for small families, a romantic getaway, or a weekend with friends. Featuring an open-loft master king suite, with a soaking tub and private balcony. Peer out the prominent wall of windows to enjoy the majestic views Lake Ontario has to offer. Relax in the hottub, or warm up with your beverage of choice by the fireplace. With a private second bedroom on the first floor, a fully stocked kitchen, and large great room with soaring ceilings, this home is the perfect relaxation spot! Book your stay today using code LAVLAUNCH for 20% off. Code is only available for our first three bookings. #lakeontario #ontarioescapes #lakehouse #lakeview #lake #str #airbnb #vrbo #vacation #staycation #buffaloblogger
flashback to the start of haven homes; our sweet magnolia 🤩
Do you hear that? I think it’s the lake calling… ✨
IT’S TIME! Haven Homes is live 🎉 Head on over, check it out, and then come back and let us know what you think. havenhomesvacay.com - link in bio!
Right here is the #1 reason we decided to launch Haven Homes! We believe people should pay less on fees, and more on adventures. ✨ #havenhomes #havenhomesvacay #vacationrental #travelnurse #str #airbnb #vrbo #shorttermrental #tennessee #newyork
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bathroom goals 🤩 #juniper #juniperhome #travelnurse #healthcareprofessional #str #extendedstayrental #airbnb #vrbo #havenhomes #buffalony #buffalo #bathroomdesign #bathroomremodel #bathroomdecor
who doesn’t love a good before & after shot? 👀 @threesixtyviews #before #after #beforeandafter #kitchendesign #kitchenremodel #havenhomes #travelnurse #buffalony
there is no such thing as too many pillows 🥰 #olcottny #burtny #wilsonny #buffalony #buffalostaycation #staycation #lakeontario #lakehouse #staycation #travel #havenhomes #sunflowerhouse
Added a few new amenities to warm things up this fall/winter 🔥❤️ dm to book
Fall in love with Lake Ontario in the Fall 😍🍁 #lakeontario #olcottny #havenhomes #vacationrental #airbnb #vrbo #str #buffalony #autumn #fall #fallvibes #october #octoberisforlovers #placestosee #thingstodo #travel #explore
buffalo + boho + basket wall = the poppy house 🤩 link in bio to book this adorable apartment! . . . #boho #bohostyle #bohodecor #havenhomes #havenhomesvacay #travel #airbnbbuffalo #vrbobuffalo
Just a few views from around Buffalo✨ . . . 📸: @tyfelizabeth #buffalo #buffalony #olcottny #olcottny #staycation #vacation #vacationrental #havenhomes #explore #travel #niagarafalls #newyork
we. love. nashville. ❤️ & we want to share it with you all. stay at the magnolia house, link in bio 🤩 photo: @nashvilleblog . . . #nashville #nashvilletn #tn #tennessee #nashvillestr #magnoliahouse
“So lovely was the loneliness of a wild lake.” - Edgar Allan Poe . . . #buffalo #buffalony #buffalostaycation #staycation #str #vacation #vactionrental #lake #lakeview #lakeontario #havenhomesco
wan·der·lust a strong desire to travel and experience the world. "the girl is consumed by wanderlust" . . . #travel #wanderlust #explore #lakeontario #lake #atthelake #havenhomesco
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