Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community.
“Huckle Chuckle” is the perfect cottage for a large family vacation. It is a short 10 minute walk to the private beach and to our quaint village stores. With our classic cottage furniture spread throughout the cottage you will find yourself wanting to sit in every corner as each room has its own unique experience. This amazingly well-preserved historic cottage's most special attribute is it's large, lovely porch, with comfortable seating, where you can enjoy company and family. The 3rd floor bedrooms are a fun adventure for the kids to sleep and play. Fancy a round of croquet, badminton, or frisbee golf? Our big yards are the perfect place for it!
The edge of the spacious property sits feet from our pristine and private Eagles Mere Lake and access to the communities beautiful path around the lake called the Laurel Path.
Coffee your mornings away on our huge and sumptuous covered porch facing the lake while birdsong inspires your morning. That’s where you surely will want to lounge around late in the day, too, sharing a craft beer with someone special and making memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re interested in golf or pickle ball you can obtain a visitor’s membership to the Eagles Mere Country Club. There is a lovely restaurant in the club as well as some outside dining in the summer on the porch and by the fire pit. Please visit their website: eaglesmerecc.com for information.
There are plenty of other activities for all ages in our private lake community & some call Eagles Mere an “adult summer camp”. Because the lake is a private lake, all guests must registerwith Eagles Mere Association and pay for a temporary membership at least 3 days prior to your arrival date. Base rates for temporary membership start at $240 for 1-4 guests, $300 for 5-10 guests and $420 for 11+ guests for the first week. http://eaglesmereassociatio.fatcow.com/temporary-membership.html
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. ?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. on 17 May 2026 start from AU$754, 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 Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. ?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. ?
Checkout is at 4:00 PM.
Where is Large, charming lake cottage nestled in the heart of our private community. located?
This family-friendly Eagles Mere cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Eagles Mere Museum and Eagles Mere Historic Village. Eagles Mere Lake is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Huckle Chuckle was wonderful even on the hottest, most humid days of our visit. Can't beat the location, accommodations, and amenities. Thank you for another great family vacation, J&R!
Large house with plenty of room to stay comfortably. We had a great time and will be going back next year. Thank you to the owners for a great vacation spot. Plenty of things to see and do.
We had a wonderful extended family stay in June 2025! While the weather was drizzly, this cottage provided plenty of entertainment and space for our family to enjoy each other's company!
We had a phenomenal time! Thank you for providing such a great experience for us on Eaglesmere lake. The cabin was clean, well-stocked, and clearly well cared for, with thoughtful touches throughout. We left feeling totally refreshed and already planning our next trip back :)
We greatly enjoyed an eclectic and roomy historical property! Great view, well inventoried kitchen, very roomy, we had 12 men and seated everyone for meals, great fire pit, and a cool historic yet homey vibe. Would be a great place for a multi family vacation. Kids would love the place.
We had a lovely time at this charming lake house. We will love to stay again some day.
Erin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2024
Erin was great at communicating with me and we resolved some small household issues quickly. I would be happy to have her and her family stay with us in the future.
The place was comfortable and inviting with plenty of room to move around and gather together. We stayed on a rather unusually cold week and the gas heating system had a bit of a learning curve but once we got things working it went well. Enjoyed the extra parking spaces on the side street. Glad to have had the full kitchen and large dining table to gather around. Will stay again!
Huckle Chuckle is the perfect cottage for a relaxing stay in Eagles Mere with family. The house is large enough to fit many family members with comfortable and beautiful communal areas to get together. We loved sitting on the porch together overlooking the lake and being a quick walk from the beach.
Elisabeth M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
Elisabeth was a pleasure to interact with and I would gladly have her and her family stay with us again in the future.
We loved our stay at Huckle Chuckle. It’s a cool historic house with quirks and character. There’s lots of space to spread out and the kitchen is well-equipped with everything we needed. Location-wise it’s a quick walk in one direction to the beach and to the Sweet Shop the other way. We hope to stay again.
We had a fantastic time at Huckle Chuckle cottage. This is an old school place with oodles of charm. We loved the deep covered porch with views of the lake and opening all the windows and doors to get the constant breeze. Convenient to all EM has to offer! Looking forward to returning!
Catherine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2024
I had great communication with Catherine & we resolved some small issues at the cottage in a timely manner.
Eagles Mere is a hidden gem. We felt as if we were in a movie set the entire weekend. The house is charming and well stocked, the owners are amazing - responsive and kind. Everything was clean and prepared for anything you think you may need during your stay. We enjoyed the large fireplace room, the firepit, and walking the Laurel Path. We throughly enjoyed the abundant historical information about the home and the area. We are already planning our next trip!
PAMELA H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Amy H.
5 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful Home in a wonderful location but....
The home itself is a wonderful piece of history. More than enough room for our large family. Lovely property with comfortable beds. Beautiful large covered porch in the back. But I have a few things to note.
This house is on a private member only lake. The owner had mentioned a fee of $320 for our large group to use the lake. When I called the Lake association to pay the fee they told me for our group of 18 people the fee would be $600. Without paying this fee you cannot access the lake at all or use the dock that is on the properly. This should be mentioned with the listing with the correct fees.
In addition.....we left the home in impeccable shape upon leaving, and the owner said there were "smudges" on the front door and a "black stain" on a bed spread that would need to be replaced, as well as garbage left on the floors. We left the home spotless. She AUTOMATICALLY charged me an additional $150 on the credit card I have on file with no pictures to prove there were any damages with multiple requests for them.
We are very familiar with Eagles Mere and knew what we were getting into. This is a very small community where everyone knows everyone. But being told that there would be people watching with binoculars to see if we were using the dock without paying the fee was a bit much.
Overall again the home was stunning. Just beware that you will incur multiple additional fees above the listing to say here.
My family stayed in this lovely home for 6 days. The young children (ages 5&7) had a blast with the games and space inside the home. The property had a plethora of activities available. This included a large yard for yard games, picnics, and then the lake for fishing and boating. The adults enjoyed the wonderful dining area for meals, games, and sweet conversations. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything that we needed. The beds were comfortable and we had more than ample space for all of us. We hope to use it for a larger group of friends in the future. Thank you for a wonderful fall weekend.
We stayed here for a long weekend to celebrate our Memaw’s 80th birthday, and we have nothing but praise for the house & location! Well-stocked kitchen, very clean rooms & bathrooms and a home that is filled with character and unique nooks & crannies. We look forward to renting again!
We absolutely loved our stay at Huckle Chuckle! It provided us with plenty of space to spread out and do some writing. We loved the big living room for use in the evenings where we would each take a turn sharing our writing and feedback. Love the gas fireplace! Though it was chilly outside, we still got in some nice porch time and a walk around the lake.
Highly recommend this for a group retreat!
We've stayed here a number of years in a row now. It's perfect for getting family together in beautiful Eagles Mere. The deck is great for meals & star gazing. Thank you!
Huckle Chuckle was one of the most accommodating cottages we have rented in Eagles Mere and we look forward to staying there in the future. The spacious great room, deck and dining room provided us with wonderful opportunities for shared activities, as well as quiet spaces for reading. Bedrooms and bathrooms are lovely and abundant, perfect for our the different needs of family members.
After being outside working during the day it was nice to come back to a relaxing place have a meal, sit on the porch and play games or go down to the dock and sit by the water.
Sara A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jean Walkup
My husband & I live in Chester County & have enjoyed spending our summers in EM with our 3 children for over 30 years. I am from a family that has been enjoying our beautiful lake community for 3 generations. I love sharing our houses so that other families have the opportunity to create wonderful family memories of EM too.
Why they chose this property
The biggest 'why'? Charm! This cottage is like traveling back through time to the quaint and calm beauty of an era you want to bask in. Wrapped nestled in trees and moments from Eagles Mere Lake - WHAT could be better? :)
The decor is a 'shabby=chic' vintage flair which has been put together with detailed thought and quirky touches. It feels like a summer camp you might just never want to leave!
What makes this property unique
Huckle Chuckle is unique in that it still has so many original and charming features throughout the cottage and can accommodate large family gathering.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests