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Charming cedar shingle cottage

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Side Deck
Kitchen
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Otis, MA
  • Place, County Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, MGM Springfield
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Middle Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Near bedroom

1 Double Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming cedar shingle cottage

A 3-bedroom lakefront cottage. Knotty pine interior with ample frontage on Big Pond. Dock available on property May - Sept. Feel free to bring your own, boats.

Minimum stays:
* September - May, 2 nights
* June - August, 7 nights (Fri - Fri)
Check in after 4:00 pm.
Check out by 11:00 am.

Maximum stay length: 14 nights (two weeks)

The primary bedroom has one queen bed, a table & chair, a dresser, and a closet.
Bedroom one has one double bed, one dresser, and a closet.
Bedroom two has a bunk bed with twin on top and double underneath with the double converting to a couch if/when needed, one dresser, and a closet.

Washer and dryer on premises.

Property is very close to Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, Berkshire Theater Festival, The Mount, Otis Ridge and Butternut Ski resorts, and much more.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Not child-proofed, however.

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0223612250
Property # 1653675
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Otis

Located in Otis, this cottage is on a lake. Jacob's Pillow and Bidwell House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otis Ridge and Blandford Ski Area. Ashintully Gardens and Becket Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Otis, MA

What's nearby

  • County Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 32 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 39 min drive - 42.5 km
  • MGM Springfield - 39 min drive - 56.6 km
  • Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame - 40 min drive - 56.9 km

Getting around

  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Knox Trail Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Bob's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paige's Place - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cedar shingle cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming cedar shingle cottage?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cedar shingle cottage on Aug 28, 2026 start from $266, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming cedar shingle cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cedar shingle cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cedar shingle cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from County Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Otis Reservoir and Old Baldy Wildlife Sanctuary. Larkum Pond and Otis Ridge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A prefect weekend getaway :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I lovedy stay here def will recommend this to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, private, peaceful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Perfect getaway for the family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was a great location. Very charming with rural charm. Great access to the lake and very close to the Appalachian Trail for hikers. Comfortable beds and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is gorgeous with lots of windows looking out on a beautiful lake. The hosts are very responsive. It snowed the night we arrived and the driveway was plowed by 8 am. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ciindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place glad it was witerized.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great time! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of the water, the warmth of a well loved and used cottage and the ease of staying here make it pure magic. Everything you could need for a fun week is here, whatever the season! Grateful for another week of rest, peace and a reset!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, lakeside retreat. Nice waterfront, screened in porch, hammock to swing under the trees. Many quaint New England towns nearby and cultural attractions like Jacob's Pillow and Tanglewood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina S.

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

Wonderful lake house

We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect location for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Cozy family lake house

Amazing thanksgiving
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 8, 2025
We've enjoyed many a thanksgiving there. Glad we were able to share it with you this year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful camp right on the lake. We had an amazing time in this peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 8, 2025
Glad you were able to enjoy our little piece of heaven
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy f.

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

Another wonderful stay

Spring, summer and now fall- love this cottage and its location on Big Pond! We feel comfortable and at home while we explore the area. Highly recommend this if you are looking for a peaceful, lovely stay in a great New England location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 8, 2025
Glad to have you back again. Thanks for the kind comments.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

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

Cozy, charming

The setting and view is amazing. Lots of windows, we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendal B.

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

Great cozy fun

Great cozy place to relax and play games with family
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and spacious great room

Beautiful location and spacious great room for gathering with family. Kitchen well stocked. Enjoyed having access to kayaks to use on the lake. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake house Getaway

Property was as described, a rustic lake house with modern conveniences. Our only glitch was that we were not sent the key code from VRBO. Once that was resolved, everything went smoothly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Wedding Weekend

Great location to attend a wedding at Camp Bonnie Brae.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful autumn days at the pond

It’s clearly a well loved family vacation home. The owner was quickly responsive to our initial needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huseyin M.

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

Cozy cabin in perfect location

Wonderful little log cabin. Plenty of room for a family of 5. If you’re used to living in the city be prepared - this is not a modern, luxurious dwelling but it has everything you need and is exceedingly comfortable. It oozes charm and the ultra quiet location right on the lake (Big Pond) is postcard picture perfect. The hosts Sarah and David were very responsive and helpful. We highly recommended them and their beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your time at our cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conrad T.

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

Otis Cottage

Enjoyed our stay immensely. Had a problem with furnace shutting down, but owner rectified by getting us service promptly. Ideal location and amenities excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy f.

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

Heaven on earth

This was my second time staying at this charming cozy cottage. There was never a dull moment with kayaking swimming, walking and paddle boarding. We played rousing games at night and laughed more than we have in years. Highly recommend this wonderful spot!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa K.

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

Great Stay

We have enjoyed our stay here, especially the location. This is an older home, cabin style, as we expected but it had everything we needed. Our kids like to fish so it was the perfect location for that being right on the water. A bit of a drive if you are trying to be near a city but it worked for us since we were visiting family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Holcomb

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We are Sarah, Joel and David Holcomb. We are the 2nd generation to grow up spending summers on this lake. We are eager to share this relaxing oasis and hope you will make happy memories with your family and friends, just as we have.

Why they chose this property

This cottage was built by our grandfather and great-grandfather in the 1940s. The photo of us at the lake is circa 1976. Our parents had the cottage enlarged and winterized in 1990. They lived here for a time as their primary residence. It’s a wonderful spot for family vacations, a gathering of friends, quality quiet time or a special holiday.

What makes this property unique

Big Pond is a lovely lake approx 1 mile across, and 1.5 miles long, stocked with fish, and a great place to paddle around. While there are many cottages, it is not overcrowded with people or powerboats. There is a charming village nearby with a country store, roadside syrup stands, and a local ice cream shop. Along with all of the cultural attractions as close as 15 minutes, there are also several small and large ski slopes very close as well.

Languages:

English

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