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2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont

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Dog days of summer on the lake
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont

Willoughby Lake in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, welcomes swimmers and boaters to its clean, clear waters. Sheltered by Mount Pisgah on the east and Mount Hor on the west, Willoughby resembles a fjord, a mile wide and six and half miles long. Enjoy nearby hiking, mountain biking, and golfing at some of the most beautiful courses in the northeast.

Cozy 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and new sleeper sofa (2018) in living room - sleeps 6 (maximum capacity). 1st bedroom has queen bed and 2nd bedroom has two twin beds. Sleeper sofa in living room will sleep two. The cottage offers lakeside privacy with a large yard bordered by privacy hedges. The 1.5 acre yard makes for great lawn gatherings and recreation. Two kayaks are available for use.

WiFi available.

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 10:00 AM
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 270998
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Orleans

Located in Orleans, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sentinel Rock State Park and Crystal Lake State Park, while Charleston Historical Society Museum and Old Stone House Museum are cultural highlights. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Willoughby - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • North Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Burke Mountain Ski Area - 27 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Jay Peak Ski Resort - 47 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Pump House Indoor Waterpark - 49 min drive - 67.3 km

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake House Saloon - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Gap Pub and Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Orleans Country Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shitlord Manor 5.0 - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orleans cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Willoughby and North Beach. Sentinel Rock State Park is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place on the nicest lake in Vermont. A very comfortable well maintained home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

Lake Willoughby

One of the best spots on the Lake!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Maggie, you are the best renters we could possibly ask for! The cottage was left in pristine shape as well as the grounds. You guys are the best!! Thanks so much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsey A.

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

Idyllic stay on beautiful VT lake

Property was clean and accommodating. Even our 2 dogs were welcome! Lots to do, or just hang out beside the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

Awesome place

Great place. Love the location and of course, Lake Willoughby! Can't wait to come back next year. Thank you for sharing your beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
So glad to have you back this year Maggie. You left the cottage spotless. Hope the fishing was good.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Carroll H.

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

the Lake house

Very nice location - plenty of parking - beautiful views
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage David. Hopefully we will see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

Shakey Jakes stay

Little piece of heaven on Lake Willoughby!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marta T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described, very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the lakeside property which also has plenty of lawn space for outdoor activities. As usual, the lake was crystal clear and while being a bit low this summer it still proceeded for many hours of swimming and paddling.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

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

Awesome Vermont Camp on Lake Willoughby!

The camp was perfect for our family with 2 bedrooms, big gathering spaces and beautiful spacious lake front to enjoy! We enjoyed kayaking and swimming during the day and campfires in the fireplace at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you, Michaela! So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alberta W.

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

Perfect Cottage!

Sparkling clean, perfect, private location. Owners were wonderful, cottage was exactly what we were looking for. Ready to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2020
Hi Alberta! Thank you for you kind words. We're so happy that you enjoyed your stay at the lake. It's a magical place! Excited for you to visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Willoughby Lake

Wonderful lake front Amazing sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Loved it!

Perfect location on the lake! We loved the big yard and access to the kayak! The place was immaculately clean and well appointed. We had such a great time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you, Jessica! We loved having you and hope you'll return again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Magical place

This is our second time staying at Shakey Jakes. It is a simple and clean place to stay in, with the most wonderful view. The owners are a delight and what a magical place to visit. The view is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
Thank you for the kind words Erin, and we are so happy that you enjoy our special place in the NEK.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Perfect place on the lske

Our family really enjoyed staying at your house. It is right on the lake and has beautiful views. I loved seeing the Loons and their babies every morning. Would highly recommend this property to stay at K. Dennis from VA
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2023
Hi Kathy. Thanks for your feedback. Willoughby is certainly a gem. I’m so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsey A.

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

Beautiful tranquil spot

We just love it here! The camp is perfect for us and lets us bring our dog. There's plenty of outdoor activities to do: swimming, kayaking, hiking, etc. Or just relaxing by the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
We always look forward to your stay at the cottage Betsey. So glad you had a great week.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minh B.

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

What a beautiful spot!

Awesome vacation and we have the best spot on Willoughby lake. We enjoyed your placed and everything were wonderful and will will come back next year. Thank you, Minh&Guy Best
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2021
We are so happy your stay at Shakey Jakes was so enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you at a future date.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

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

Wonderful stay and awesome property!

This rental is hands down one of our best VRBO experiences. The location of the house is amazing. It was perfect for our family of four. We enjoyed the kayaks and swimming in the Lake. The large lawn was perfect for lounging outside, throwing the frisbee and relaxing. We enjoyed long hikes in the morning (house is close to the trailheads) and would swim in the afternoons. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our meals and the grill outside was much appreciated. Thank you so much! We would love to stay here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed our little piece of paradise! You people were the best. The cottage was spotless and well taken care of when we did our cleaning. Thanks so much, and we hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

A total gem!

Shakey Jakes is an absolute gem. The private back yard was awesome. The cottage is very cozy and clean. Thank you for sharing your beautiful spot with us. Can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2022
We’re so happy that you enjoyed our little piece of paradise. I wish the weather gods had been a little more helpful, however, when you’re on the lake everything else takes a back seat. I think you folks left the cottage cleaner than when you arrived! We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul h.

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

Terrific property in every way.

The cottage is as neat as a pin. It is small but plays large with a good size living room. It has all the amenities you need. The views of the lake and mountains are spectacular. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2021
Thanks for the great review Paul and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our cottage. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 (wife, and two tween daughters) enjoyed ourselves at this great escape. Situated on Lake Willoughby this is a great camp with 2 bedrooms and everything you really need for a lakeside retreat. Inside, the cottage is small, but space out nicely. The main living room is spacious with enough room to spread out. We also very much enjoyed the enclosed porch on the side of the house. That was a great place to wind down at night with a book. Out back you've got beautiful Lake Willoughby with two docks and a boat house off to the left. That was a great spot to locate some kayaks and floats. We spent most of our time either in the lake, fishing or just "being". We are already booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2025
We are so happy that you and the family enjoyed our special spot on the Lake. Thanks for staying with us, and we look forward to your return in the summer of 2026!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

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

The perfect lake cottage

This lake cottage was charming in every way! My family and I were so lucky to spend two glorious weeks here. Despite some serious flooding in vermont before and during our stay, we were comfortable and happy the entire time. Lake Willoughby is so beautiful, and the lakefront this property offered was private and spacious! We had a few days a heavy rain so we ventured to the museum of everyday life and then to Parker pie in Glover for lunch- both shouldn’t be missed! Devaney’s Produce stand and vintage shop is also a must do- we went there a few times for donut peaches, fresh strawberries, and vintage treasures. If you’d like a tour of the lake on a pontoon boat, give Fran a call (you can find her on Facebook). We had a delightful 90 minute boat tour around the lake which we all enjoyed. But mostly, we hung at the cottage, swimming, paddle boarding, and kayaking. The owners were kind and responsive to requests. We hope to return next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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

Wonderful week

The cabin was perfect for a great week at Willoughby. It was extremely clean, comfortable, and had many conveniences. Perfect beachfront vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann & Joe C.

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

Beautiful place.

Very small kitchen and bath but we made do.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Exceeded expectations!!

What a fantastic place we discovered by booking this cottage! The cottage itself was roomier than expected and the yard and lot was superb! We spent mornings on the sun porch playing cards and drinking coffee and evenings in the backyard by the fire overlooking the lake. And Lake Willoughy itself was also wonderful - so clean and beautiful with mountains surrounding. This was our first trip to Vermont - we all loved it! Cannot wait to return. Especially loved the kayaks and paddle boards being onsite already. Hope to return to this exact cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Spacious Serenity

Shakey Jakes is a delightful retreat on the shore of Vermont's most beautiful lake. The cabin is clean and well-maintained and, although conveniently located on Route 5A, set far back enough from the road that noise from passing vehicles is unnoticeable. Others have described is many charms so I will focus on things I believe make it truly unique. There's plenty of room. Between the large living room and bright, cheery sun room, both bedrooms have ample space unlike the closet-like quarters of typical cabins. Having that kind of indoor space is welcome when Willoughby's fickle weather throws a sudden, pop-up thunderstorm your way. The yard is SPECTACULAR. If a larger lot exists on the lake shore, I've never seen it. As I mentioned, the big front yard provides a great buffer from Route 5A. The back yard is expansive and flat, with an outdoor fireplace and an amazingly wide waterfront, resulting in a level of privacy unique to this popular lake. With the large boathouse, it takes about 30 seconds to launch your kayaks (we brought our own) on a whim. Finally, Shakey Jakes is on a particularly warm part of the lake, making swimming more practical there than in some other parts of Willoughby's notoriously arctic waters :-) Great experience, we'll be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
We’re so glad you enjoyed “our” special part of the Northeast Kingdom in all its splendor. Thanks for your kind words and we hope to see you again soon. Peter Gage-owner
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farah S.

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

Willoughby Loons

Beautiful waterfront location, all kitchen tools you could want, puzzles, games and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2021
So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

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