Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos
Charming open floor plan lakeside cottage in Griswold, CT. Our rustic home has modern stylish touches and is directly on the lake. We have a dock for swimming, 2 kayaks for boating, and we have an elevated screened in porch for you to enjoy the waterfront views. Take in the sunset at dinner time or while using the outdoor firepit. There is a king sized loft bedroom upstairs and a second queen sized bedroom downstairs. There is one fully updated bathroom.
The house is direct waterfront on Ashland Lake, a ponded section of the Pachaug River in Griswold, CT. You can fish, swim, kayak, canoe, and more right off the grassy backyard of our cottage home. Use our kayaks or bring your own if you prefer - you can boat right from our personal dock in the backyard.
The house has an open concept two story living room when you walk in the door with a tv and plenty of seating, fully stocked kitchen, full bathroom, a queen sized bedroom, and a king size bedroom which has it's own sitting area and work desk. Pets are also welcome with a paid pet fee.
Important: Sheets and towels ARE included with your stay. They are washed before and after every guest, feel free to use the laundry room during your stay as needed as well. We also provide a starter pack of paper towels, toilet paper, toiletries, cleaning products, soaps, detergent, sponges, k cups, nespresso pods, and tea!
This lake cottage has so much to offer! Some of the nearby attractions include:
Buttonwood Farm - known for their ice cream and sunflower fields ~ 10 minutes
Pachaug State Forest - The largest in the Connecticut state forest system ~ 12 minutes
Hopeville Pond State Park - multiple hiking trails on 400 acres of mixed woodland ~ 5 minutes
Stonebridge Farm - alpaca farm with open farm weekends ~ 8 minutes
River Ridge Golf Course - pristine golf course with idyllic views ~ 8 minutes
Mohegan Sun Casino/Arena - 20 minutes
Foxwoods Resort and Casino - 20 minutes
Mystic Aquarium and Mystic Village - ~30 minutes
Our lakehouse is the perfect getaway from many locations:
Hartford ~50 minutes
NYC ~ 2.5 hours
Boston ~2 hours
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Jewett City
Located in Jewett City, this cottage is in the mountains and on the beach. Foxwoods Resort Casino and Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino are cultural highlights of the area. Travelling with kids? Consider High Rollers Luxury Lanes and Lounge and Norwich Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino - 22 min drive - 25.3 km
Getting around
Westerly Station - 35 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 8 min drive
Panera Bread - 6 min drive
Chili's Grill & Bar - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos on 10 Jan 2027 start from AU$561, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful WATERFRONT Cottage Near Mystic and Casinos located?
Nestled on the beach, this Jewett City cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Clayville Pond, Hopeville Pond State Park and Pachaug Outdoor Club. Irma and Charles Levonius Preserve and Quinebaug Wildlife Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house had a beautiful view and the screen porch was very nice for both us and the dogs to walk in and out of! We would have liked a little more seating but overall it was a great place!
It was a great stay. Good space. A great place to come back to after exploring Connecticut for a few days. The pond access and kayaks were a great bonus
This is a nice place to stay that is not too far from home, but far enough for it to feel like you’re on a weekend getaway. Beautiful location that has access to calm and relaxing weekend or you’re up for some more active weekend getaway like fishing, swimming and kayaking
We stayed in July to kayak on the water. We brought our own kayaks. Clean, clear water with many waterlilies. Rental property was exactly as described. Had a great stay. Communication with owners was excellent.
Nice little place for a weekend stay. All the features of a well-loved lake house. Especially enjoyed the screened in porch and simplicity of check-in.
I had a very restful stay here, enjoyed the calming view of the lake and watching the sunset from the porch. I heard at least one frog calling at night, and enjoyed the birdsong. The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, pots and pans. I didn't use the upstairs level, but it was a great set up with bunk beds on one side and also a bed on the opposite side.
Great house for a little vacation. Beautiful view although it rained the whole trip we still enjoyed sitting in the porch. Some dishes was still dirty in the cupboard but didn’t really bother us. Overall good
This is a lovely property in a fantastic position and just what we needed for a weekend break from New York. The weather meant we didn’t really get a chance to use the outdoor areas as much as we’d hoped but we had everything we needed indoors. Michael responded really quickly to any questions we had and check-in and check-out were very easy. We’d highly recommend this cottage
Wonderful family vacation, where the kids have a loft bedroom with foosball table & games, and parents have a bedroom downstairs. Kayaks and a wonderful lake!
It was perfect for a short weekend stay with my sisters. Not too far from cute towns and amenities. Beautiful water to look at. Easy to check in and to communicate with owners.
Had a quiet and relaxing time at the property. Beautiful view, and sunsets were amazing. Close to everything you could need, but nestled in a lovely neighborhood. The porch was definitely a highlight.
Nice space, great kitchen with everything we needed, nice looking lake and washer/dryer nice for travelers needs. Owner very quick to respond to questions.
Very nice lake cottage nestled in against lake on a quiet road. Breathtaking views, comfortable interiors, and a tranquil ambiance make this a perfect serene escape. Highly recommended! 5 stars - Would stay again
A nice place to get away from the stress of being a small business owner and to celebrate my birthday with family.
Loved sitting on the porch in the morning and enjoying coffee and the ducks floating by. Also the amazing sunsets were wonderful!
Deborah T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Brian W.
7 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Long weekend
The screened in back porch overlooking lake was perfect way to relax.
Brian W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Michael and Ashleigh McDonald
Languages:
English
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