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Spectacular Cottage at Bantam Lake, Sleeps 12

Holiday home in Morris with fireplace

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Terrace/patio
The lakefront
Picnic table and grill below porch
Wraparound porch
Kayaks and floats

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 120.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Morris, CT
  • Place, Bantam Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, White Memorial Conservation Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Litchfield Town Green
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

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4 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Double Beds and 3 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Spectacular Cottage at Bantam Lake, Sleeps 12

This 7-bedroom cottage overlooks pristine Bantam Lake, with dock and kayaks. Cottage features 2 stories -- 3 bedrooms on bottom floor, 4 bedrooms on upper floor. Fully renovated with large wraparound porch, new kitchen and bathrooms, AC, Internet and smart TV. Please note there are 2 other rental cottages on property. Each has own private lakefront area. Dock and swimming raft are shared. This is a paradise for kids, with kayaks, inflatables and other water sports. Cottage is on same property as two other rental cottages, but has exclusive access to lakefront area, including picnic area with grill and fire pit. Sunrises are amazing. Please note that one or two of the other cottages may be rented at same time, but they would have separate access to adjoining dock area. (See photos). The cottages may also be rented as a package for special events. In all, there are 13 bedrooms sleeping 25 guests. Bantam Lake area is undiscovered gem, with top-quality restaurants, artisan bakeries, natural museum and 35 miles of hiking trails just minutes away. Also, best ice cream in world produced by local Arethusa Farm Dairy. As owner, I am on property most of summer. If I am not around, I have delegated hosting duties to my son Richie and a professional property manager during off-season. Bantam Lake is a conservationist’s dream. Most of lakefront is owned by White Memorial Trust, which preserves bucolic character. Even on busy holiday weekends, there are very few boats on water. Guests can park cars in parking lot near entrance. We have wagons to transport food, etc. to cottage. There are 2 other cottages on property, located in front of this cottage. The 100-foot lakefront/shoreline is divided in half, with this cottage having exclusive access to picnic tables, swimming area and dock entrance. (See photos)

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Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Depends, must stay in enclosed porch.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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

About the area

Morris

Morris is home to this holiday home. Camp Columbia State Park and White Memorial Conservation Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden and The Christmas Shop. Thorncrest Farm & Milk House Chocolates and Hollister House Garden are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Morris, CT

What's nearby

  • Bantam Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • White Memorial Conservation Center - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Litchfield Town Green - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Mount Tom State Park - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Lake Waramaug - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bohemian Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Popey's Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Market Place Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Materia Ristorante - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Cottage at Bantam Lake, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Cottage at Bantam Lake, Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Cottage at Bantam Lake, Sleeps 12 located?

Situated in Morris, this holiday home is steps from Bantam Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Camp Columbia State Park and White Memorial Conservation Center. Mount Tom State Park and Topsmead State Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by David Sperling

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I am an immigration lawyer from Long Island. My wife and kids fell in love with the property and the gorgeous surroundings when we first came 7 years ago as renters. We came back every year since and jumped at the chance to own the property, which includes 4 cottages that we have renovated.

What makes this property unique

The word most guests use is "paradise." Bantam Lake is the largest fresh-water lake in CT and will remain undeveloped because a land trust. The area boasts a 400-acre wildlife preserve with 35 miles of trails within walking distance of the cottage.
The dock and 100-foot shoreline are perfect for young children learning to swim. Sports activities include kayaking (on premises), biking, boating, hiking and water-skiing.

Languages:

English, Spanish