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Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

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A lakeside view with trees, a white house, and a dock.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A cozy living room with a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a black cat.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a fire pit in the yard.
Two children in blue hoodies standing in a grassy area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This cottage offers space for 9 guests in 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features a private boat dock and opportunities for hiking, biking, and fishing. The yard, deck, and porch provide outdoor areas, while the property is pet-friendly. Enjoy water views and explore nearby attractions like Lake Willoughby and North Beach.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Willoughby
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Barbecue
  • Kitchenette
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Westmore, VT
  • Place, Lake Willoughby
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Burke Mountain Ski Area
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Jay Peak Ski Resort
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1, top of the stairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

The Sleeping Porch

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2, upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 3, in Isbellita Guest Cottage

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

Peaceful rustic 1930s cottage on beautiful Lake Willoughby in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Incredible sunset views over the lake from any of the 3 porches, open, screened and sleeping. Vintage wainscot walls hung with old and new artwork, and large front yard with a fire ring. Lovely cedar hedged alley leading to private beach across the road with deck, Adirondack chairs and a dock for sitting and swimming. Shallow swimming perfect for young children.
Second guest cottage on property included with queen bed, single day bed, mini kitchen (fridge, sink and coffee machine only) living room and porch.
Just 3 properties north of the Willoughby Lake Store where you can find just about anything you might have forgotten from fishing gear to ice cream (and creemees!), to local gifts and a liquor store.
Close to beautiful hikes, museums, great antiquing, farmers markets and the Bread and Puppet Theater.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs: Dogs MUST be leashed when over at the beach!
No fireworks

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2956715vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Orleans

Located in Westmore, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Stone House Museum and Charleston Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Orleans Country Club and Quechee Gorge Mini Golf. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby.
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Map
Westmore, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Willoughby - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Burke Mountain Ski Area - 26 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Lamoille Valley Rail Trail - 34 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Jay Peak Ski Resort - 48 min drive - 67.3 km
  • Pump House Indoor Waterpark - 50 min drive - 68.7 km

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gap Pub and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Orleans Country Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Country Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Robin's Roost - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shitlord Manor 5.0 - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Lake Willoughby and within 3 mi (5 km) of North Beach and Sentinel Rock State Park. South Beach and Mount Pisgah are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming vintage cottage with two porches and an ample lawn, so you can enjoy it rain or shine. If only I could beam myself back there for a few more days. :0)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
So glad you had anither great stay! See you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of 5 “bookclub women” all stayed at the main house. It was so cozy and well-appointed. Plenty of room to all have meals together inside and out, and lots of places to gather to chat. The private dock and beach area was just right across the road. We kayaked, swam, walked, and hiked in this gorgeous lake/mountain gem of an area. Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
We're so glad you had a good time! Sounds like a tradition in the making!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exactly as described. The private beach was so great and right across the street from the cottages. Our group of 7 had plenty of space and the teenagers lived having their own little cottage next to the main house. We’re so grateful dogs are allowed here too! We would love to come back during a warmer time of the year to enjoy swimming more, I forget how far north this is and by September it is quite chilly already. The beach is sandy, clean and shallow for quite a while.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed yourselves. Do come back during the summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Vermont at your charming and rustic home.It was peaceful with ample space for sleeping. I absolutely loved the porch swing and had many morning coffees there.My kids spent a lot of time at the dock fishing The sunsets were gorgeous from the dock Definitely stop at the country store for chicken tenders and ice cream!!!And for a great hike and astonishing views go the south beach/state park I felt like I was in Hawaii Thank you for the unforgettable memories *The Briggs*
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
We're so glad you had good family time! Ive never had the chicken tenders at the store. Now on the list!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely property could use some updated porch and lawn chairs but overall it had everything you could need and then some we loved it! Such a nice place thank you for letting us stay. We loved the porch swing also and the sunsets were unbelievable from the porch! It was nice having the space to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
We have added 4 new lawn chairs! Thanks for the suggestion. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had a fantastic time and I tend to be very particular but with everything included - the private beach with dock, the large front lawn and porches for our two grandsons to play will instill a memory for them to always remember. The inside had just been painted this past Spring and looked so professional. It was so clean and was so easy to ask questions and get answers, etc, etc. I even watched the beautiful sunset each night. Can’t say enough!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
We're so glad we met your high standards! That means alot to our crew. We hope you'll return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful, relaxing stay. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
I'm so glad you enjoyed Isbell Maura!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

It was a very quaint property with great sleeping and shared spaces! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2023
And we'd love to have you return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
So glad you had fun Nazia!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary was an excellent host, who responded quickly with helpful information on both our arrival and departure. Pull in the driveway and you are able to park 3 cars easily behind the house, with a separate exit that continues on around the other side of the house. The private beach is across the road, through two hedges. The dock is sturdy, the beach is sandy, the water is shallow and there are good chairs for relaxing by the water. There is a general store about 100 yards up the road where you can purchase most things, including breakfast/sandwiches to go. The large cottage is quirky, yet comfortable, as might be expected in an older house. We happened to be there during some very hot days and while there were fans in the larger cottage, they did little to reduce the heat at night, especially on the second floor. We did not locate a fan in the small cottage, but it did have ceiling fans and we brought a fan over from the large cottage to help. The small cottage was actually cooler than the large cottage as it only had one floor.We enjoyed our time at Isabell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottages on Lake Willoughby. Thank you, Mary!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
So glad you had a great time. It does get hot these days in the Kingdom but its still fairly rare. Closing the door to the sleeping porch During the day can help keep the upstairs cool.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed, lots of space, especially appreciated the extra sink, mirrors and downstairs bathroom when 5 of us were getting ready for a wedding
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old-timey cottage with vintage furnishings but well-equipped kitchen and a wonderful large porch with a nice view of the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just couldn’t have asked for anything better. Everything was so perfect and beautiful. We really experienced a magical time as a family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
We're so glad Isbell was everything you were hoping for for your family time together! We hope you'll all return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. There was plenty to do, including hiking, kayaking, antiquing, and even a local corn maze. The house is very comfortable, well equipped, and we love all the antiques in the vibe. The casita next-door was great for our new parents and their baby to have a little privacy. Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed yourselves! Hope to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

getaway

very accomadating--
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Older lake house with a lot of character. The separate cabin is a nice amenity. Only issue we experienced was the limited wifi data.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
I'm sorry you were unaware of the wifi situation. I was speaking with a neighbor about this challenges of wifi in the North East Kingdom (few carriers, very expensive) and she let me know that Xfinity just came in so after this season, we can get that up and running and should have unlimited data.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot in a very special place!

Lake Willoughby is a special place for me and my family and this was a perfect spot to gather together for a lake vacation. Great for families and awesome beach access! We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed Isbell Cottage Nicole and we hope to have you back! Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely

We had great time and love this charming cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Week

We had a great time, and loved the stay. Would like to return again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2024
So glad! Please do come back!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House

We had an awesome time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another beautiful visit to the cottage

We love the charm and layout of the cottage, it’s so welcoming and relaxing with multiple porches and cozy comfy bedrooms. Can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2024
So glad you enjoyed Isbell again Maura. We love our repeat renters!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the unique structure and decor of the house, and felt very at home. The property was spacious, clean, quiet. The private dock and water access was perfect for morning coffee and swimming. We knew there was no tv on site, so we brought a small one with us for movie night! Communication with the owner was quick and responsive. We'd happily book there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Great location. Comfy beds. Lots of room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family house!

Fantastic location. Hose had everything we needed for our family visiting for a family wedding. We enjoyed hanging out on the porch, swimming and relaxing at the dock and gathering together for dinner. Thanks for a lovely stay. Stunning fall foliage too!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by MS MARY HAMILTON

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Hi,

I first went to Lake Willoughby as a young child and it got stuck in my heart. When I began the search to find a retreat, Willoughby naturally bubbled to the surface.

I am so happy to share this very magical cottage with you. I hope you will enjoy the peace and fun that Isbell has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This cottage sings of vacations of old: porch swing, hammocks, and fire pits, the clearest water in all of Vermont, loons at night, eagles during the day, hiking or lazy walks, virtually every driver that passes waves, fireworks on the fourth, cool nights for sleeping and hot days for swimming, creemees just a walk away, incredible autumn color, a place to slow down and enjoy your family and friends.

What makes this property unique

This is not an IKEA vacation home. The furniture and decorations match the atmosphere of a 1930s cottage. It's a bit of a Time Machine to what we now believe were simpler days (not sure those in the 30s would agree but sure feels that way now).

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