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Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

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View from front porch across Lake Wononscopomuc
House from Driveway -- Looking Toward the Lake
House from the Lake
Front Porch: Lake Supervision Center
Living Room  -- Relaxation Central

Overview of Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Lakeville, CT
  • Popular LocationHolley-Williams House Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Frissell6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLime Rock Park7 min drive
  • AirportHartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

This is the lake cottage your grandmother visited during her childhood. Charming, original 1920 features. Big remodeled kitchen (new stove/oven) and big living room for family reunions and guests. Sleeps 9 in comfort; it has often slept 20. Porch overlooks Lake Wononscopomuc -- deepest lake in Connecticut. Close to train to New York and recreation facilities, in the heart of the New England independent school world and just right for the family's May and June, end of school and graduation weekends. Adjacent to Hotchkiss School and Interlaken Inn. Great fishing, hiking (including access to Appalachian Trail), antiques, golf, tennis, fall foliage, summer theater, dance and art. Superb porch sitting. Wood stove, fire-place, and electric heaters deal with extra-cool evenings or mornings. Outdoor gas grill supplements 2 indoor ovens and stove. WiFi, TV, phone.

Note that this is NOT a good place for wild or late night parties. It is located on a quiet lake not far from neighbors who appreciate the quiet beauty of the rural area. If you want to party loudly or despoil the lake, please go elsewhere.


Cultural Activities -- Near Lakeville, CT: Within a few miles of Lakeville, CT are features that include Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Tri-Arts Sharon Playhouse, Music Mountain, Norfolk Festival, Railroad Days, excellent restaurants, and lovely NW CT countryside. We are five miles from the Appalachian Trail and many other hiking options. Lake Wononscopomuc is cool and clean all summer. It drops to 180 ft within 250 yards of our shore. Kayak, canoes and a sailboat supplied.

Sports: Sports include all low speed water sports -- no water skiing. Fishing is excellent for Lake trout, bass, pickerel, perch, and catfish. Many other lakes streams and ponds in the area. The Hotchkiss School Golf course is about 300 yards away and other nearby and publicly available courses are in Sharon, Amenia and North Canaan. Tennis is available at town courts a mile away. Horse-back riding is nearby. Lots of hiking opportunities.

Property manager

Alden Briscoe
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakeville

Located in Lakeville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Bodhi Tree Gallery and TriArts Sharon Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Harlem Valley Rail Trail and Land of Nod Vineyard and Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room and Clarke Outdoors. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and horse riding nearby.
Map
Lakeville, CT

What's nearby

  • Holley-Williams House Museum - 4 min drive
  • Mount Frissell - 6 min drive
  • Harlem Valley Rail Trail - 7 min drive
  • Lime Rock Park - 7 min drive
  • Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat House - 4 min drive
  • When Pigs Fly Southern BBQ - 9 min drive
  • Mountainside Cafe - 10 min drive
  • The Woodland - 2 min drive
  • Le Gamin Café - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village located?

This family-friendly Lakeville cottage is located on the beach, 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Holley-Williams House Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room and Mount Frissell. Housatonic River and Great Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ted K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fathers/Sons get-away reunion
Despite the wet weather and mud, we enjoyed the rustic feel of the house and surrounding property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend!
We felt like we stepped back in time in this lake house! Although rustic, the house was clean, well equipped and functional. Our large group of 3 families had plenty of space and we especially loved the huge screened in porch. The waterfront out back was accessible, just had to take care stepping onto the floating dock; no sandy beach at the house however had a great time kayaking, paddleboarding, and canoeing (brought a couple of our own and used canoes on site, plenty of life jackets on site a well) across the lake to the town beach to enjoy sand, swimming and a large playground/playscape area for the littles. Thank you Alden for welcoming us to your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Step back in time
Great old, classic lakeside lodge. Quiet yet close to local towns. Wonderful, large kitchen for cooks and guests that extends out to a large, open living and dining room. Lovely screened porch looking out over the peaceful lake. Perfect for families and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable lakeside home
The house had several roomy seating areas icluding a large screened porch. The kitchen had lots of counter space and we enjoyed cooking in it. We did lots of swimming and canoeing. Had a very good week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Susan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great location, terrible house
Large yard on lake. Has canoe, kayak, fire pit. Dock is unstable and dangerous because of the plank that you need to walk on. House old and run down. One refrigerator is covered in rust. One garbage disposal doesn’t work. Dishwasher probably leaks. The bathrooms are old. Claw foot tubs are rusted on the outside. Has one shower. The walls are unfinished and dark. There was a leak in one bedroom ceiling and the screened porch. Furniture is old and some are uncomfortable. This house would be outstanding because of the location but it needs a tremendous amount of work to make it functional and attractive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alden Briscoe

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I grew up in Lakeville only a few miles from this house, which my parents bought in 1958. I and my family have spent numerous summers here, swimming, fishing, sailing, canoeing, reading, cooking and eating great meals, and resting, We have brought family, friends, and colleagues here for relaxation and business retreats. Our company still meets here annually to bond, plan strategy, refresh.

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