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The Cottage at Highland Lake, year-round, waterfront with a boat dock

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Main deck
View from upper deck
Property grounds
View of cottage and waterfront
Master bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Highland Lake
  • Place, Platt Hill State Park
  • Place, Burr Pond State Park
  • Airport, Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Cottage at Highland Lake, year-round, waterfront with a boat dock

Welcome to The Cottage at Highland Lake! Updated amenity! Now sleeps up to 6 people with a sleeper sofa on the 1st floor! Updated second floor with central air in bedrooms. Relax anytime at this cozy year-round waterfront cottage. There are two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed with a deck. The 2nd bedroom has a twin bunk bed. There's a dock to tie up your boat, a large deck, upper deck, grill, and beach area. The 1st floor has an open floor plan and includes a full kitchen, TV area with couches, and a bar area. Long-term availability. Get 25% discount off all boat rentals at The Marina at Highland Lake.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-No smoking indoors. Smoking, vaping and hookahs are not allowed.
-Parties, events and large gatherings are not allowed during your stay.
-Sorry, Pets are not allowed. -Please bring your own beach towels. They will not be provided.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Winsted

Located in Winsted, this cottage is on the waterfront. Winchester Historical Society and Warner Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Laurel Lanes and KidsPlay Museum. Action Wildlife Foundation and Flamig Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Winsted, CT

What's nearby

  • Highland Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Winchester Historical Society - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Platt Hill State Park - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Burr Pond State Park - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Warner Theater - 15 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Red Barn Brewer - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage at Highland Lake, year-round, waterfront with a boat dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage at Highland Lake, year-round, waterfront with a boat dock ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage at Highland Lake, year-round, waterfront with a boat dock ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage at Highland Lake, year-round, waterfront with a boat dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Highland Lake and The Marina at Highland Lake. Winchester Historical Society and Laurel Lanes are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Lakefront Stay

We only came into town for a wedding, but we loved the lakefront cottage! It's an older home, but it was well kept and suited our needs perfect. We're hoping to "jump in the lake" the next time we stay. Thank you Jeanne for allowing us to check in early...we look forward to our next stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We booked the cottage as a kayaking retreat approx one week in advance bc the weather outlook was excellent for the season. By all indications in the listing, the cottage was perfect for what we were there to accomplish. When we arrived the water level was extremely low due to a planned drawback which rendered the dock useless and even dangerous for our 3 young kids. The beach area was all muck, moss, and sharp rocks for several feet from the waters edge. This was NOT an act of nature, it was a planned water reduction so that homeowners could work on their docks, this measure was apparently enacted weeks before we arrived.. This information was NOT disclosed to us at the time of scheduling and it was not disclosed in the description. This planned event rendered the purpose of the cottage (as a lake house) nil. Communication with Jeanne proved absolutely fruitless. She took no responsibility for the non disclosure. There was no effort or willingness made to rectify OR comp the experience in anyway, only back peddled explanations and half hearted apologies. It was a very disappointing exchange considering our willingness to reason and settle. We were able to make the best of it by packing our gear and visiting burr pond a few miles away. It would’ve made more sense for us to drive there straight from our home... I would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check was easy and smooth, extra directions communicated were great, the use of water toys were wonderfully appreciated. We had a very short stay for an event but would highly recommend and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Nice weekend getaway

Really enjoyed this cute little cottage right on the lake. Brought our 3 year old to visit family. Nice bedrooms. Gorgeous deck. Really good communication from the owner as far as directions and such. Would go back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

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

Awesome lakeside property

Jeanne was wonderful to work with and very responsive when we booked our last minute get away. Location is ideal - we brought our kayaks and very easy launching area. Would definitely not hesitate to come back to the same spot. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joyce w.

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

waterfront property

happen to get beautiful weather while staying at the cottage at highland lake. so nice to wake up with a view, and then at sunset to enjoy the glass like water.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

My husband and I recently enjoyed a weekend at the Cottage at Highland Lake and would highly recommend it. The host gave excellent detailed directions, check in was easy, and the cottage was clean and exactly as described with a fully remodeled upstairs. There is a small deck off the master bedroom and a really nice size deck off the first floor, both overlooking the lake. Best of all is the location. The cottage is right on the lake and has a dock. Overall just a perfect weekend escape!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Nice

Stay was great but the road to the location is a little rough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeanne Richard

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I've owned rental properties including yearly rentals and vacation rentals for over 10 years. I live and work local and am very responsive to the needs of my guests in order to enjoy their stay, whether it's two days or long term.

Why they chose this property

This property is located in the first of three bays of Highland Lake, which offers a peaceful cove, beautiful views, swimming, boating, fishing and much more, and can be enjoyed throughout the year.

What makes this property unique

This is a cozy cottage located right on the water. You can receive a 25% discount off any rentals during your stay right down the street at The Marina at Highland Lake. You have the added benefit of myself and my husband owning and working close by should any issues arise or if you have questions to further enhance the enjoyment of your stay.

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