Vacation Rentals by Owner

Just perfect!

Guest: Liz (Sunnyvale, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/20/12 Review Submitted: 05/06/12

My family loved our weekend at this cottage. The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped. There was plenty of room for everyone and we spent a lot of time sitting on the deck admiring the view. The boats were great during the day and the DVD player was great for the evenings. Thank you!

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Beautiful Spot

Guest: Monique (Santa Cruz, California)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11 Review Submitted: 08/28/11

Just got back from a week at this charming cottage. Everything exactly as advertised and more. Lake is absolutely beautiful with crystal clear water and gradual sloping shore. View from the cottage deck is gorgeous, especially at sunset. We spent many restful hours sitting on the deck enjoying the lake view, breeze and each other's company. Kids swam, paddled, pedaled and fed the ducks. Many nearby restaurants and lounges of all types. (The kitchen is fully equipped, but we didn't cook a thing!) Good variety of shopping nearby as well. We bought a bunch of craft kits at the nearby Michaels and spent some delightful hours on the deck with glue and glitter. Fun! I would definitely recommend Sunset Point cottage.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

RELAXING even with a 8 month old

Guest: Amanda (NYC)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11 Review Submitted: 07/06/11

We just came back from 5 days at the lake house and had a wonderful relaxing time in a beautiful cozy well appointed home. The moment you walk in the main room and see the 3 walls of windows with unobstructed views of the lake you know this house is special. We spent our days swimming in the lake, going out on one of 3 boats the house provides, reading on the comfy couches and sitting on the deck staring at the sunsets every night. We cooked on the grill and never felt the need to leave the oasis. We brought our 8mth old and his grandma as well and all hated to leave and hope to make it a yearly tradition. Judy was a pleasure to deal with and you can tell they thought of everything when putting the house together. We highly recommend it!!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Lovely!

Guest: J&S (Long Island, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/16/11 Review Submitted: 04/28/11

My husband and I recently spent a week here, and it was wonderful. The cabin is exactly as pictured and fully equipped. Perhaps the best part is the location. The site on the lake is gorgeous, quiet and peaceful. But even though you feel like you're "away from it all," there's good shopping nearby (Stop and Shop supermarket and Target) and lots of great day trips--Old Sturbridge Village, casinos, Newport & Providence RI. Jane, the owner, was a pleasure to deal with. We would definitely recommend this cabin!

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Birgit, Bad Soden (Germany)

Guest: Birgit R. (Bad Soden, Germany)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10 Review Submitted: 10/28/10

I just spend a week in your really cozy cottage with my friends. We absolutely loved it. The views of the lake, the foliage were beautiful. The cottage is really well equipped. Everything there you need for a comfy stay. Jane and her family were very kind and answered all our questions. Great to be there in autumn. Hope to return another year in the summertime :o). Thanks for this special experience. Birgit

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Absolutely Fantastic

Guest: Lin (Vernon,Ct.)
Date of Stay: 08/21/10 Review Submitted: 08/22/10

One for the books! Plenty of good fishinf,kayaking, canoeing, swimming in and on the most pristine lake in Connecticut. I just finished (sadly) a week in the most lovely cottage you can imagine with it's french countryside flair combined with a lakeside New England charm. The view is spectacular from the large wrap-around porch or dining at the table through the unobstructed windows. Definitely a place I will go back to next year and the year after that if I can. Owner more than willing to answer questions and do whatever it takes to make you comfortable. Convenietcnt to everything,shopping,antiquing,movies,etc.Abso

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Summer at Sunset Point

Guest: byrne (Asheville, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/04/10

Our family of four just spent a week at Sunset Point. It truly is a home away from home. Such a wonderful place to share with family & friends or to just have a quiet day on the lake. The home is ready and fully stocked for all types of entertainment. We plan to extend our stay for 2 weeks in the future. Downtown Putnam has a lot to offer for dining & entertainment. We really enjoyed walking/running around the lake each day. The walk is shaded and cool at any time of the day.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Special Place...

Guest: Veth Family - Holland (The Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 05/04/10 Review Submitted: 07/02/10

We really recommend this amazing cottage right on the peaceful lake. In May 2010 we have stayed here for 10 days and felt right at home. Our 2 children (4 & 7) adored the house, the lake and the area, so many fun things to see and do . We want to thank Jane for the wonderful stay and very kind help on all our questions. One day we hope to return to this special place again! Warm regards, The Veth Family - Holland

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Martha Thornley (Wilmington,Delaware)
Date of Stay: 07/26/09 Review Submitted: 07/26/09

Jane and Neil, What a Wonderful Place you have. The view is just Wonderful and the Cottege has everything anyone would need.Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful piece of paradise. Martha Thornley

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Guest: Lynn Q. (The Jersey Shore)
Date of Stay: 10/18/08 Review Submitted: 10/18/08

When I first arrived here and pulled into the driveway, I was literally speechless (which takes a lot!)over the panoramic view. I have just completed my second wonderful stay at your beautiful, cozy cottage. My first stay was during the summer months and now it is fall. Both seasons offer a fabulous reason to come back and see what the next season will bring to Lake Alexander....a winter wonderland, I am sure. The beautiful lake during the summer months was most refreshing and the magnificent fall foliage surrounding the lake is breathtaking. Sunset Point is truly "heaven on earth". I have travelled many places and Sunset Point ranks among one of the most beautiful places I have visited. Thank you, Jane and Neil, for opening your charming home to me. Looking forward to future stays..... Lynn, The Jersey Shore

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/03/08 Review Submitted: 08/03/08

My husband and I spent our honeymoon in this lovely cottage on Lake Alexander. The cottage is equipped with everything you need to have a comfortable vacation and the water is warm, clean and perfect for swimming and kayaking. We had a relaxing and peaceful stay and have already started planning when to come back!

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Guest: Gary LaPierre (Beverly, MA)
Date of Stay: 06/03/08 Review Submitted: 06/03/08

If you're looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle, reconnect with the beauty of nature and enjoy the feeling of discovering hidden gems, then this lakefront cottage is for you. My family and I spent Memorial Day weekend here at Lake Alexander, and a wonderful time was had by all. Jane and Neil, thanks for sharing the spectacular view.

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Guest: Becky/Al Hoffey (Hinesville, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 01/15/08 Review Submitted: 01/15/08

Heaven. If you are looking for a place to get away and just get away. This is it. Close enough to areas of fun but not so close as to be annoyed by anyone. HEAVEN.

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Guest: Jon & Stephanie Randall (Singapore Malaysia)
Date of Stay: 10/02/07 Review Submitted: 10/02/07

WOW!! What a spectacular place! The lake & the surroundings are exactly as you described - incredibly beautiful, serene, & relaxing. This ambience extends into your cozy & well-appointed cottage. You have everything imaginable to make your guests fell comfortable - love ALL the kitchen utensils, the music CD's (so organized), DVD's. It was so enjoyable to be in a CLEAN & welcoming house! Thank you for a perfect week of fun & relaxation! Jon & Stephanie Randall

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Guest: Mary & John Baxter (Pasadena, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/10/07 Review Submitted: 09/10/07

The cottage and setting were just lovely. I grew up in the area and spent many summers at this lake. I was so happy that my memory of this beautiful lake did not disappoint me. As far as the accomodations, the cottage could not have been better. The beds were extremely comfortable and the furnishings, as well as kitchen supplies, were top-notch. Thank you Jane and Neil for your thorough directions and suggestions. It was all very positive.

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Guest: Alan and Dianne (-)
Date of Stay: 08/24/07 Review Submitted: 08/24/07

Jane and Neil, Thank you so much for opening your lakefront cottage to me and my family for our vacation. It was all that you had advertised and then some! We really had all that we could possibly have needed and, while we didn't have completely perfect weather, we had enough to do indoors, with your music, movie, book library and board games available. Our 5-year-old son just thoroughly enjoyed swimming in the warm, clear lake and we also enjoyed the excellent fishing with largemouth and smallmouth bass, as well as sunfish and yellow perch. Our son caught the biggest fish he's ever caught there! We also had a chance to visit Mohegan Sun to shop and have lunch. Again, thank you.

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Guest: Kevin Bianchi (Milford, NH)
Date of Stay: 08/14/07 Review Submitted: 08/14/07

Jane and Neil, I would just like to thank you for allowing my family to enjoy your home during our vacation. As someone who has vacationed all over my compliments go out to the both of you. Your webste depiction is spot on. While most wesites attempt to deceive the viewer, yours is exactrly as it plays out in life., "What you see is what you get." This is not a rental property but a home, a home that anyone could be envious of. Like you know, my wife and I grew up in the area, so touring the area meant more to us than most. For anyone interested, this home is a vacation. My family can not wait to see which week I can rent again next year. Please contact me for any questions, my comments are not intended to flatter the owners, this place is special. Kevin and Lisa Bianchi

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Guest: Joanne Griffin (Granby, CT)
Date of Stay: 07/30/07 Review Submitted: 07/30/07

My husband and I stayed here the week of July 14-21. The cottage is beautiful. We loved the stone fireplace. The lake was lovely and very quiet. I would definitely come back!

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Guest: Eric & Antje Schwartz (-)
Date of Stay: 07/11/07 Review Submitted: 07/11/07

Our second year in a row... It's nice to step into a vacation house and feel like you're home - but with a far nicer view than OUR home! We have two young kids and we couldn't keep them out of the lake. After they were in bed, we enjoyed the quiet solitude of the lake. When we weren't boating or swimming, nearby attractions were an easy drive. We particularly liked the Mashantucket Pequot museum next to Foxwoods - wow! Thanks for sharing such a great place. Eric & Antje Schwartz

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Guest: Daniel Clark (Memphis, TN)
Date of Stay: 06/02/07 Review Submitted: 06/02/07

We had a terrific time staying in your cottage. The cottage itself is very cozy and well-decorated and very comfortable. The lake is gorgeous at sunset!

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Guest: Edgars Sniegs (Riga, Latvia)
Date of Stay: 05/16/07 Review Submitted: 05/16/07

Perfect place! Very nice house, good location - quite area, yet in the middle of everything (New York, Boston, Cape Cod, casinos, lobster eating places, state parks). One can feel how much the owners have worked to make the house warm and cozy. Excellent CD and old movie collection! Special thanks to Jane for going extra mile to accommodate to some of our special needs because we arrived from a foreign country. We found the owners to be very responsive and generally very positive people. I highly recommend the place!

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Guest: J&J (Woodstock, CT)
Date of Stay: 03/28/07 Review Submitted: 03/28/07

We have stayed at Sunset Point on three separate occasions, Thanksgiving, Christmas & while relocating to Connecticut. Each stay was lovely & we enjoyed the house & beautiful views. The Cleary's have always been accomodating in order to meet our needs. Thanks again.

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Guest: Jan & Vinnie Petralia (Winfield Park, NJ)
Date of Stay: 09/04/06 Review Submitted: 09/04/06

Jane & Neil, Thanks for sharing your lovely lakefront home with us. We had a wonderful time - relaxing when we wanted to, lots to do in the area when we wanted to. The view of the lake is just great, we were impressed how peaceful and quiet it was, not speedboats zooming all over the place like some lakes! When we vacation in this area again you're at the top of our list!

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Guest: Jean DiBenedetto (East Hartford, CT)
Date of Stay: 08/31/06 Review Submitted: 08/31/06

We had a lovely week at Sunset Point. It was all that was advertised, and more. The lake is gorgeous, the cottage both luxurious and homey. Even the fishing was good! We were fortunate to be in town for the Brooklyn Fair, and enjoyed a hike at the Bafflin Bird Sanctuary. We needn't have traveled to find birds, however--the little cove just north of the cottage is home to blue and green herons, egrets and kingfishers, and Baltimore orioles sang from the treetops right over our deck! Only an hour from our home, but we were in our own little world. Truly a relaxing experience.

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Guest: Susan and Dan1 (Baltimore, MD)
Date of Stay: 08/22/06 Review Submitted: 08/22/06

We had an absolutely wonderful week at the lake house! We enjoyed our stay in summer 2005, so came back again--both experiences were fantastic. The house (inside and out) are exceptionally well-appointed and well-equipped, clean, and very comfortable. It is a great spot for a peaceful, yet active (swimming, canoeing, etc) vacation.

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Guest: Randa and Mark (La Pine, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 01/04/06 Review Submitted: 01/04/06

Hi, Jane--We had the most delightful time staying in your lovely cottage on the lake! It was peaceful, quiet, wonderfully appointed with all the important amenities, and the view of the lake was fantastic. We'd love to call your cottage our "home away from home" when we are in New England again.

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Guest: Robin Pysar (Farmington, CT.)
Date of Stay: 08/28/05 Review Submitted: 08/28/05

We all had a wonderful vacation and would like to rent the same week next year

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Guest: Michele Kunlan (Brooklyn, NY.)
Date of Stay: 08/28/05 Review Submitted: 08/28/05

Place was wonderful

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Guest: Dr. & Mrs. Ruth (Pleasantville, NY )
Date of Stay: 08/28/05 Review Submitted: 08/28/05

The Ruth family is really enjoying sunset point! The weather has been great. Temperature and sunsets are picture perfect. I canoed down the Quinebaug river from Putnam to the Rte 106 bridge in Dayville with my son. I also discovered a wonderful bird sanctuary off of Wright's Crossing near Pomfret Center. An extensive tract of farm fields with well marked trails and courtesy maps supplied by the Conn. Aud. Society. It would be a great addition for your things-to-do booklet. Biking around the back roads (e.g., River Rd.) is very nice. A lot of the land is wild because it is under the Wyndham Land Trust. We are treating your home like ours!! Thanks again. Bill, Tracey, and 3 happy children

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/16/05 Review Submitted: 08/16/05

We had a wonderful stay! We were very comfortable, the cottage is luxurious while maintaining that rustic feel and the fireplace is a classic. The lake swimming was the best, the water is such a wonderful termperature, very peaceful and so clean. The view from the deck and kitchen are spectacular. Everything you could possibly need was provided. We'll be back!

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Guest: Jan Hudson (-)
Date of Stay: 07/25/05 Review Submitted: 07/25/05

The cottage was very quaint. well decorated and fully equipped. The view of the lake is gorgeous. Early morning coffee on the deck is terrific. The Quiet Corner of Connecticut is quite picturesque with lots of farm land and open spaces. We enjoyed our stay very much.

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Guest: Jeanne & John Swensen (Malverne, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/04/05 Review Submitted: 02/04/05

We found it to be a beautiful and charming house with gorgeous panoramic views of the lake. It is beautifully decorated. It is in a quaint town with lots to do nearby. GORGEOUS SUNSETS!

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Guest: Gaillard P.O. & Tara (Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 01/17/05 Review Submitted: 01/17/05

The cottage is amazing with its impressive chimney that is at the center of main room. And the view on the lake is unbelievable, it is a bit like being on a boat cruising on the lake, really. The night sky can be pretty romantic too,

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