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Property grounds
Pool
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ashford, CT
  • Rankin Preserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • University of Connecticut
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Stafford Motor Speedway
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)

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About the area

Ashford

Located in Ashford, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Ashford Town Green and Josias Byles Sanctuary. .This cottage is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from University of Connecticut and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Crystal Pond.
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What's nearby

  • Rankin Preserve - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • University of Connecticut - 25 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Harry A. Gampel Pavilion - 27 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Stafford Motor Speedway - 35 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Old Sturbridge Village - 38 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buck's Soft Serve - ‬16 min drive
  • Dunkin'
  • ‪Midway Restaurant & Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ashford Dairy Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coriander Cafe & General Store - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!

Are you looking for a relaxing waterfront get away? This may be your place! This newly renovated cottage is located on a pristine 54 acre lake that just begs to be explored! Please enjoy our kayaks and canoe to embark on your own journey. There are no gas powered motors allowed on this lake which makes it a relaxing place for swimming, floating and boating! I hear the fishing is good too. The cottage is situated on a spacious double lot that provides plenty of room for activities and some added privacy. Inside you will find a lovingly renovated 2 bedroom cottage with approx 1200 square feet of living space. The layout is open and bright with fantastic views of the lake and some magnificent sunrises! The kitchen is fully stocked and should satisfy most of your needs. There are multiple sitting areas for chatting, relaxing, napping and a dining table for 6. The main bedroom is quite large and consists of a queen size bed and full size futon. The second bedroom has twin bunks. There is another futon in the front living room perfectly suited for those that don't want to miss the sunrise, which is often spectacular!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features books, games, and a playground. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Noelle Merle

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash the dishes.
Leave bedding on beds.
Make sure boats and life jackets are put away.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paul t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great !

Just as advertised, Very Quiet. Took our kayaks out daily was great with no power boats , beautiful, clean,well stocked our dog didn't want to leave. Wife and I enjoyed the Great Fishing. We are planning on going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to unplug

This place has been a favorite! it’s very quiet there and the lake is beautiful and clear. The property manager is incredibly responsive. I loved the stay and the quick communication had us feel more welcome, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy J., Simsbury

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Vacation

Had a peaceful and relaxing stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

The house was perfect for our little family. My daughter loved swimming in the lake, morning coffee was sublime as I stared out over the water, the house had everything we needed and being able to bring our dog was great. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarika S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend trip

Lovely cottage, beautiful view, very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as pictured

The property is exactly as pictured, which isn't always the case. Decorated cutely, small but well organized to make the most use of the space. The beds all seemed comfortable, including the pull out ones - I only slept on one bed but heard no complaints from anyone else. Everything needed was provided. When we ran out of paper towels it took a bit of hunting but we found those there too. Great communication with the host. We ended up staying on a rainy weekend so we didn't use the lake, but had fun and used the covered patio section with chairs. Bug spray was also provided, they really have everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week!

This wonderful cottage on a beautiful quiet lake was just what we needed. Our family came and we had a great Father's Day cookout. Our daughter came with her huband and son often since the cottage was close to home. We loved watching our 4 yr old grandson learn to fish. We will be returning. Thank you Noelle for sharing your place with us. Karen & Darren
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable place on a peaceful lake

Just a super cute place that had everything we needed!Host was very responsive.Only 20 minutes from UCONN - we were there for graduation and it worked out very nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely!

This was the perfect place to unwind for a few days. The house is quaint and cozy, super clean, and very dog friendly. There were fresh flowers in the kitchen and plenty of throw blankets for cooler nights. There was even a bed and bowls for the dogs! It is such a peaceful place and so comfortable inside and out. Noelle was easy to reach and very accommodating.I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

A Slice of Heaven!

My Mom and I had a fabulous stay and would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Cold but sunny visit. Beautiful sunrise each day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girl’s/Cousin’s weekend

We had the most wonderful experience this wkd! The cottage was very accurate to what we saw online & it was even better than we’d expected! It was stocked with everything we needed & we weren’t wanting for anything. Everything was clean & smelled so good. Our host Noelle was great to communicate with. Very prompt with corresponding & she was so thoughtful, leaving us a sweet note & a bottle of wine! Thank you so much! We will definitely be back & plan to have this wonderful place be our annual gathering place for us girls in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Wonderful!

We stayed at this property for about a week to attend a dog competition. It was absolutely worth the price- wonderful location to some good eats, very clean and cozy, and communication with the host was top notch. It helped make a stressful time relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Long Weekend

Gorgeous view of the lake, great neighborhood, and cozy cottage. We had a wonderful long weekend at Noelle’s cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Stay!

We stayed for 2 nights during a long weekend. Gorgeous home, very clean, and all amenities needed to enjoy our stay were there (life jackets, board games, kitchen items, dog items (bowls, tie out, poo bags)). Beautiful foliage to enjoy when going for a nice walk around the lake as well. Really happy we found this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jadelline L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute House with Exceptional Ambience

This place is awesome! It's the best spot for people who need to recharge. It is a very memorable place for me since this is where I was able to watch the Northern Lights that I had been on a quest for for months! I'm so grateful to Noelle for allowing me to create more beautiful memories by being so accommodating! ❤️ I will definitely come back to the Lake House! 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger C., Naugatuck,CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Getaway

The cottage was perfect size with everything you needed.We used the kayaks and boat and did some fishing.Had a great long holiday weekend with the family and dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen goes by Elena S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage and setting

This was a wonderful place for a weekend retreat with a few close friends. The cottage is beautiful, clean and spacious, with ample linens and kitchen amenities, a gorgeous view of the lake, and lots of welcoming outdoor space and peace and quiet. The host was very responsive and helpful when we needed her assistance with a water problem on the last night, and generously offered us a partial refund. We appreciated the beautiful place and the excellent service, and would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay at Ashford Lake

Waterfront with yard. Use of canoe and kayak. Fire pit available ( bring your own wood).DOG FRIENDLY.Plenty of sleeping areas with use of futons. Very open main area. Very quiet lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AB F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Worth the exceptional reviews

My husband, 3 sons, dog, and I enjoyed our stay here. The home was great, clean, and comfortable. We had plenty of room to spread out and, with the open floor plan for the living room, dining room, and kitchen, were able to spend time together even if we were busy doing other things. The kitchen was stocked with all the utensils, pans, and dishes we needed as well as a microwave and toaster. There was even a dog food and water bowl set available. The lake was perfect and clean. We could see to the bottom in the shallow areas and it was sandy instead of sludgy near the shore/dock. I recommend aqua shoes because there are some rocks to beware of. My boys enjoyed kayaking, swimming, and fishing. I enjoyed swimming and floating with a tube. Outside, we also enjoyed using the hammock and sitting around the fire pit and roasting marshmallows. My husband used the grill to cook lunch and dinner a few times. Noelle was friendly and prompt in replying to our questions before the trip; however, we did not need to reach out to her during our stay thanks to the helpful binder of info there. PSA: There are large speed humps in the area. We have a normal height Honda Odyssey, but would scrape the bottom on ONE of the humps no matter how slow we went or which of us was driving. If you have a low car, it might be a problem. Obviously, this has nothing to do with the stay itself or the property, but might be worth knowing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Staycation

We were looking for a lake house not too far from home to relax and vacation for a few days with our pup. I’m so glad we found Noelle’s lake house! Beautiful views, super quiet and calm neighborhood, plenty of options whether you want to get out on the lake, have fun outside, or just hang inside. Weather was pretty cool and rainy for August for most of our trip but we didn’t mind - we were happy just reading and looking out at the lake. The house was clean, set up beautifully, super cute decor, lots of cozy blankets, and lots of great accommodations for our pup (dog bowls, bed, towels, blankets, life jacket, etc.) - made us feel so welcome bringing our boy. Sunrise on the lake was really cool to see! Would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful little getaway

Such a cute little lake house! Has everything you need for a fantastic vacation - kayaks, canoe, row boat, life vests, dock, appliances, tv, air conditioning, Internet. We had an amazing time and would definitely return in the future. Communication was easy and quick. 10/10 all around! Bonus, the house is very dog friendly!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly!

Our family enjoyed our stay so much! The cottage is beautiful and had every amenity we could want or need. Noelle was a perfect host and always available to answer a question. I highly recommend this wonderful place for a relaxing and beautiful vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024