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Your Cottage on the Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Beach
Property grounds
Snow and ski sports
Property grounds
Lake

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dudley, MA
  • Place, Pierpont Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffumville Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, DCU Center
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Worcester, MA (ORH-Worcester Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Your Cottage on the Lake

Escape to our peaceful private lakefront cottage in Dudley, MA, your perfect year-round retreat! Recently updated 3-bed, 2-bath home on beautiful Pierpoint Meadow Lake offers swimming, fishing, kayaking, vibrant fall colors, and winter ice skating. Inside, enjoy air conditioning, cozy fireplace, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and new TVs. Outside, relax on the new multi-level deck with stunning lake views, gather by the fire pit, or step onto your private dock and sandy beach to make lasting memories. The ~60 feet of shoreline with sandy beach make it perfect for swimming and playing on the water. The back yard is mostly flat with soft grass a picnic table, 2 grills (Charbroil gas and charcoal), fire pit, plenty of seating options (over 10 chairs, chaise lounge, antigravity chair careful - it will put you to sleep), small sand beach for easy access and making sand castles, dock for fishing (~5 feet off the end) and life jackets. For a small additional fee we can rent our water trampoline, canoe, kids Kayaks, paddle boat, stand up paddle board, floats and all sorts of tubes. For sailboat enthusiasts we also have that to rent.

We have been remodeling the cottage since purchasing it last year and we designed it to maximize space, comfort and time together as a family.

We went for an open concept so you can be in the kitchen but still be connected to the family in the living room, dining room, front porch and even see what is going on outside. The kitchen features a dishwasher, microwave, small stove, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, large refrigerator with freezer, all the basic silverware, utensils, pots/pans and plenty of counter space. We leave some basic supplies for our guests to use including some condiments, olive oil, spices salt/pepper and dry food. We prescribe to the community mentality here and encourage our guests to share or replace any food they use up.

The living room has a super comfy leather couch (please be careful with it / no eating on it), recliner, working fireplace, 65 inch OLED tv with Netflix, Amazon Prime, Paramount and other apps (perfect for family movie night), Bluetooth speaker, Amazon Alexa with Amazon music (just say what you want to listen to song, artist or genre and she plays it - connects to Bluetooth speaker for surround sound), LED lights, Washing machine for dirty clothes, new small bathroom, cordless Dyson vacuum and a table for indoor eating. Guests have exclusive access to the entire home (excluding the unfinished basement), private yard, sandy beach, and dock with no shared spaces. Parking includes two spots directly in front of the house, plus two additional spaces available just across the street. For your convenience and security, the home features a keypad door lock allowing easy, keyless entry.

The 3 season porch is screened in and features panoramic views of the lake, a desk to work from, dinning table with 4 chairs (we eat most of our meals here), couch, coffee table (for wine / apps of course!) and two chairs for hanging out at night and taking in the views - plus outdoor cafe string lights, fan and small art/craft table for the little ones.

We have a brand new deck facing the lake with padded patio seating for 5* with couch tables and foot rests to relax. Our gas grill is out there on the deck making meal preparation easy.

It has 3 bedrooms, with new beds that are on the smaller side but certainly comfortable. The master features a king size bed, AC and new 50 inch LG flat screen TV (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc). The second bedroom is larger and has a Full size bed which can sleep 2. The 3rd bedroom has a twin bed with a trundle bed for sleeping 2. The upstairs bathroom has been remodeled and features a new Marble tile shower. My wife and I deeply appreciate the trust you place in us when you choose to stay at our lake cottage. Having grown up spending summers by the lake, we understand how special these moments are and are happy to share this treasured space with guests who will treat our home with the same care and respect as their own. To make your stay easier, we share some food items and condiments from our cabinets and refrigerator—so you don’t have to buy everything. We are here to support you throughout your visit and encourage you to reach out anytime via phone, text, or email if you need anything or have questions. Your comfort and great experience mean a lot to us. We invite you to relax and enjoy the peaceful outdoors—this is your perfect place to unwind! For safety, all guests are required to sign a liability waiver related to water activities, the fire pit, and other outdoor features.

Included for your stay:
The home is stocked with common kitchen, living room, and bathroom supplies. Feel free to use what you need, and please replenish basics like condiments that you finish so the next guest has them.
Towels, washcloths, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and basic first aid items are provided.
Fresh linens are supplied; extra blankets and pillows are stored in the second bedroom (under the double bed).
The kitchen features standard cookware, utensils, dishwasher, microwave, stove, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, large refrigerator/freezer, and condiments to help you get started.
Gas and charcoal grills are provided (please bring charcoal for the charcoal grill).

Parking:
Two parking spaces are available directly in front of the house, plus two additional spots across the street if needed.

House Rules:
This is a strictly non-smoking home. Violations result in a minimum $800 cleaning fee due to the difficulty of smoke odor removal.
Heating & Cooling:
The mini split system controlled by the white remote in the kitchen provides air conditioning and heating (please set to the correct mode).
Baseboard heating should only be used if necessary as it is less energy efficient.

Wildlife & Nature:
Pierpoint Meadow Lake offers abundant wildlife including ducks, geese, and nesting swans that raise their young nearby.
The far side of the lake borders a nature preserve ideal for hiking and offers quiet seclusion.

Fishing:
We tried to leave out some Adult and child fishing rods with minimal supplies but please bring your own to ensure you have what you want. The lake is stocked annually and great for fishing.
Fishing licenses must be purchased online through mass gov before fishing (just google Massachusetts fishing license).

Water Activities:
Canoe use requires a signed waiver. Life jackets and paddles are provided; please use with care at your own risk.
Rentals: Canoe, water trampoline, slide, kayak, paddle boat, stand-up paddleboard, floats, tubes, and sailboat (separate rental) are available for an additional fee.

Fire Pit:
Please use responsibly per local laws, keep fires contained, never leave unattended, and supervise children closely.

Gatherings & Visitors:
Day visitors are welcome, but groups of five or more require prior approval to respect neighbors and parking capacity.

Trash & Recycling:
Please separate trash and recyclables in bins on the driveway with lids secured and bins spaced apart for collection

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Guests required to sign a waiver

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0269150800

About the area

Dudley

Located in Dudley, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Dudley Hill Golf Club at Nichols College and Mohegan Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit TriState Speedway and Walcott Street Playground. Travelling with kids? Consider Breezy Picnic Grounds & Waterslides, or check out an event or a game at Thompson International Speedway.
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Dudley, MA

What's nearby

  • Pierpont Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Buffumville Lake - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Union Station - 24 min drive - 31.8 km
  • DCU Center - 25 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute - 26 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Worcester Station - 24 min drive
  • Worcester, MA (ORH-Worcester Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mexicali Mexican Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Cottage on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your Cottage on the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Cottage on the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Cottage on the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Cottage on the Lake located?

This family-friendly Dudley holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pierpont Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary and Buffumville Lake. Slater Woods and Hiland Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

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

Family stay

Awesome vacation. Great location to have with the family. Kids had a blast as did we. Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

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

quiet lake getaway

very relaxing lakehouse, the screened in porch and outside deck overlooking the lake were perfect for a getaway from city life. brian, the host, is super friendly and accomodating, will hopefully stay next summer as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa L.

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

Peaceful Lake

The location on the lake was perfect. I loved the back deck, the screened in porch, the large grassy yard, the fire pit, the sandy entrance to get into the lake and more. The area was very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Most relaxing vacation!

This was our 4th year staying at this property. We loved the improvements (new appliances, new 2 level deck, water trampoline). We had a relaxing time as always. Lots of time swimming, boating, and fishing. We always look forward to our week at the lake house and this year exceeded expectations. The beach was clean and the water was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

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

Great spot for kids

Great spot to bring the kids for some time on the water - they loved the dock, watching boats go by, feeding the fish and swimming around. The screened in porch was our preferred spot to eat and hang out after a day of swimming. Living room is pretty big - plenty comfortable. The kids (7 and 5) loved their rooms. Host was responsive and welcoming. Great vacation away!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra O.

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

Relaxing week on the water

We enjoyed the water a lot, the kayaking was amazing. The porch was nice with lots of windows. We had a nice fireworks display from the neighbors on the 4th. Brian was great with communication throughout our stay, and promptly contacted us when there was a power outage and even offered us the opportunity to rent another night if it was available. Thanks for hosting us, Sandy, Patti and Char.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Amazing as always

This was our 3rd year renting here, and we plan to visit again next summer. The house is fully stocked with linens, kitchen items, etc. Just show up and enjoy. The beach is clean and the fish are plentiful. We had a great time fishing, swimming, boating, and most of all relaxing. Brian is a great host. He is always quick to respond to any questions. We look forward to returning next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Dianne R.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful location

Pierpoint Pond is a crystal clear beautiful gem. Small beach was wonderful for our grandchildren. The fishing is catch and release but my husband happily caught many fish from the dock and on the water. Everyone enjoyed the blue mat raft and the children’s kayaks but many of the other flotation devices were broken or dirty. The yard and water are shaded most of the day. The stairs to the back yard need to be replaced. The picnic table is extremely weathered. Each house you rent is an adjustment, but the living space, kitchen and porch were all very good. Master bedroom is extremely small with a king size bed. The room with the trundle bed also extremely small. The furniture in the room did not allow the trundle bed to be pulled all the way out. The third bedroom was good. We had a wonderful week The owner is nice. A book for the house and the area would be good and a contact phone number.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail P., Amherst

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

Terrific access to the water!

The house is great and well stocked. The yard to the beach is as advertised- the decent to this lovely kettle pond is very moderate in this spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Awesome getaway!

We stayed here for a second time and will be returning again next year. My kids love swimming from the private beach. They woke up every morning and fed fish from the dock. They has a blast catching frogs, crayfish, and bluegill. There is good fishing from the dock too. We caught lots of bass and catfish. The house has everything you need to just show up and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joseph P.

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

Family Get Together

Peaceful, beautiful setting! Large porch with a water view great place to relax and enjoy meals. Lots of outside lakefront seating. Comfortable roomy living room with large screen TV. Great spot for our small family get together.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Victoria T.

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

Great time

I grew up on this lake so it was fun to be back and see old friends. Cottage was great, kind of pricey for what you get, but we did love it and had a blast!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brian and Kathleen Trojan

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