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Enchanted Waterfront Cottage

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A wooden dock leading to a house by a calm body of water.
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A hallway with white-framed doors, a patterned rug, a guitar leaning against the wall, and a small table with a lamp.
A spacious living area with a white sofa, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a table and four chairs, a window with blinds, and a view of the water.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Old Lyme, CT
  • Place, Rogers Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Beckett Hill State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Foxwoods Resort Casino
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Enchanted Waterfront Cottage

Beautiful, private cozy cottage with nightly stunning sunset set directly on Roger’s Lake. Only 10 minutes to public beaches, literally the best of both worlds. This property has recently gone through many upgrades including a 30 foot by 6 foot boat dock. The home also has additional parking across the street. The cottage has a master bedroom sleeps 2, middle bedroom sleeps 3, loft bedroom sleeps 2 and 1 remodeled full bathroom. Sleeps 8 with pull out sofa in living room and an additional sofa on porch. Kitchen is small but beautifully remodeled with new appliances and granite countertops. Unmatched relaxation and location. We have paddle boards, a canoe, several tubes and life jackets. Bedding, pillows and towels are not provided.

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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
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2811601vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Old Lyme

Located in Old Lyme, this cottage is on a lake. Florence Griswold Museum and General William Hart House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Beckett Hill State Park and Rocky Neck State Park. White Gate Farm and Saybrook Country Barn are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Rogers Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Beckett Hill State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mohegan Sun Casino - 26 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Mohegan Sun Arena - 26 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 40 min drive - 49.0 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 13 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanted Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Enchanted Waterfront Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanted Waterfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanted Waterfront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanted Waterfront Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Rogers Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Beckett Hill State Park and Florence Griswold Museum. Old Lyme Historical Society and Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was relaxing and the sunsets were gorgeous. Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The trip was excellent, the property was wonderful. A couple of snafus around the grill and water pressure, that were addressed quickly. Overall, we definitely will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property listing title of “Enchanted Lake House” was absolutely on point! It felt magical being so close to the water with all the beautiful wildlife and activities. The sunset over the lake was magnificent and the cottage was perfect size for my family. The children especially loved climbing to the loft and catching turtles near the dock. I thought we would venture out and visit other beaches during our stay, but my kids were so busy with the lake we never needed to leave! We had a great family vacation, it was truly an enchanting place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The most beautiful view!! We really enjoyed our family time on the lake !!

Easy process, owner was very responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Thank you very much Colleen, we love the view too and the unbeatable sunsets!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake front home

The location was perfect. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lakeside cottage

Beautiful lake with comfortable accommodations. Only drawback was the place on a busy narrow street.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2022
Thanks for taking the time to review Ted. I’m so glad you enjoyed your time at the cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right

Everything was just right. Peaceful location, but still close to everything. The house was clean and bright and the lake was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Thank you very much Elisabeth! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, we think it’s the perfect spot too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Had an absolutely wonderful time! Cannot beat the sunsets in the lake. Cara was great through the entire process and we look forward to staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words Thomas. Hope to have you and your family back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

You can't beat the proximity to the lake!

If you are looking for water access, look no further. Very comfortable outdoor spaces to enjoy Rogers Lake to the fullest. New kitchen & bathroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Thanks so much Melissa! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Super Lake Stay

The location is ideal, and it’s wonderful to have a paddle board, kayaks and life jackets available. The house is rustic, cozy and comfortable and the air conditioning is effective. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Thank you Sarah! I’m so glad you and your family enjoyed your time at the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location, cute cottage

We had a wonderful stay with all the comforts of home! The grassy side yard was great for the kids to run and explore. The new lit dock and finished patio were so nice in the evening after a busy day. We enjoyed watching the 8 person rowing groups go by the cabin too. The lake was pretty quiet with little motor traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Girls Weekend!

Had such a great time at Cara's house. Upon arrival, I did find a fruit cup on the floor and a blanket on one of the beds was wet, but, that didn't deter us from a great weekend! Thank you Cara!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It's a cute place. Some parts smaller in person than in the pictures. Love the Kitchen. The air conditioning felt great since we had a heatwave. Question about parking and Cara answered immediately! Grateful for the dock since we were able to tie our boat up and keep it out front. The view of the lake from the cottage is beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Enjoyable get away

The cottage has a great location right on the lake - beautiful seating outside- fantastic sunsets!! We loved the dock… I would say the cottage is geared more towards 5 or 6 adults at most with the one bathroom and loft sleeping area. Cara was an amazing host - checking in with us to make sure everything was going ok - the first day we did not have any hot water but we spoke with Cara and she was quick to respond and had the hot water tank replaced the next morning. Enjoyable get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay Lynne! Thank you for your kind words and understanding, you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation 2024

My children and grandchildren visited and the kids had ball fishing off the dock (very busy for papa). We did bring a 12x12 easy up for shade in the afternoon. We all had a great time!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean picturesque view

Only draw back was how busy the street was. Everything else was wonderful. Neighbor were very friendly pointed us in the best direction to catch some fish. Loved watching the rowers go by each morning. The family of ducks was something to look forward to each day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can't get any closer to the lake unless you're on a boat!

Beautiful lakeside cottage that clearly has history. Very clean and quaint. One of the most relaxing vacations we have ever had. We came as a family of 5. Two adults, 17, 12 and 10 and our frenchie who quickly became a lake dog. I grew up near Roger's lake was so nice to return after all these years. Lots of kayaking, fishing and swimming. Grocery and liquor stores just a short drive. Loved that Coffees was still there( great little market and deli).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This home was as amazing as it seemed, and more so! The location right on the lake was wonderful, and we were in the water all day long. Close to other things to do and shopping and restaurants/bars. We do wish the light switches were labelled, as there were many that we did not know what they went to, and we could not figure out which ones to use for some of the fans. But overall fantastic, made good use of the canoe and paddleboard for sure! Thank you so much, cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake life

We had a wonderful week on Lake Rogers at this home. The cottage is right on the water. The dock is perfect for using a boat on and the kayaks we brought in and out. The water is pretty clean. Great for swimming on a hot summer day right from the dock. There’s lots of seating outside, and a nice view from inside the house. The street is narrow and busy so parking was a little tough and I watched the kids carefully when getting in and out of cars, but we managed with our 4 vehicles and boat trailer. Fishing on the lake was a blast! The cottage is very clean and cutely decorated. Just a little rustic with amenities. Communication with the owner was easy and pleasant. We will hopefully be making this a new annual tradition family vacation spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Unfortunate experience

While the location on Lake Roger was great, we had a terrible experience. On our third day, there was a problem with the electricity. The electricity to half of the house which included the water pump, the stove, the refrigerator, the major air conditioner, and the bathroom lights went out. We checked the breakers and did as much as possible, but this did not solve the problem. The electricity came back on intermittently then went out again for the remainder of the night, leaving us with no running water and no ability to flush the toilet. We contacted the host. The host sent an electrician, but he could not solve the problem and suggested we contact the electric company. We could not stay in a house without running water or a working toilet, so we had to leave our vacation early. The host agreed to reimburse us for part of our stay and only reimbursed $100. This was an unsatisfactory resolution to the situation and we were very disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Oly Lyme. The view was beautiful! The kids loved the lake! Cara was an amazing host who communicated quickly when I had questions. 10/10 we would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pure serenity

If you want a place to relax and enjoy Mother Nature at is best here is the place. Right on the water with a beautiful dock and canoes and tubes. Roger’s Lake is beautiful and filled with lots of fish. We caught Catfish right off the dock! The place is on the smaller side but perfectly manageable with the # of beds. The AC is on point which was perfect to beat the humidity. I will mention that the house sits on a narrow winding road that gets a lot of traffic but was manageable. We took the pupp for multiple walks and just crept to the side and cars always slowed down and moved over. One small fyi - they have well water so prepare to bring some bottle water with you! If you don’t local stores right around the corner OR stores deliver right to the door if you have their services Cara was responsive when needed and we had a wonderful time. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful and relaxing getaway

This was our second time here. We are from CT and it is about an hour from home, but couldn’t ask for a bigger slice of paradise between water activities, downtime, ability of family to stop over and swim, the dock and lake itself and the sunsets. Also, myriad of local activities, ocean beaches. The house itself is nice & clean, but on small side. Listing says can sleep 12 and it likely could, but we would not be comfortable with that many full size people. The dock is great for jumping, canoe and SUP available. We brought our kayaks. Beautiful surroundings, felt lucky to be there. Very likely to rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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