Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Ashford, CT

University of Connecticut21 min drive
Stafford Motor Speedway30 min drive
Old Sturbridge Village34 min drive
Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Are you looking for a relaxing waterfront get away? This may be your place! This newly renovated cottage is located on a pristine 54 acre lake that just begs to be explored! Please enjoy our kayaks and canoe to embark on your own journey. There are no gas powered motors allowed on this lake which makes it a relaxing place for swimming, floating and boating! I hear the fishing is good too. The cottage is situated on a spacious double lot that provides plenty of room for activities and some added privacy. Inside you will find a lovingly renovated 2 bedroom cottage with approx 1200 square feet of living space. The layout is open and bright with fantastic views of the lake and some magnificent sunrises! The kitchen is fully stocked and should satisfy most of your needs. There are multiple sitting areas for chatting, relaxing, napping and a dining table for 6. The main bedroom is quite large and consists of a queen size bed and full size futon. The second bedroom has twin bunks. There is another futon in the front living room perfectly suited for those that don't want to miss the sunrise, which is often spectacular!

Property manager

Noelle Merle

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ashford

Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chaplin Museum and William Benton Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taylor Brooke Winery and Sharpe Hill Vineyard. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion or Stafford Motor Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ashford, CT

What's nearby

Tinkerville Brook Reserve - 17 min drive
University of Connecticut - 21 min drive
Harry A. Gampel Pavilion - 24 min drive
Stafford Motor Speedway - 30 min drive
Old Sturbridge Village - 34 min drive

Getting around

Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

Buck's Soft Serve - 16 min drive
Dunkin' - 12 min drive
Ashford Dairy Bar - 7 min drive
Sneakers Sports Bar - 12 min drive
Midway Restaurant & Pizza - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tinkerville Brook Reserve, Nathaniel Lyon Memorial Park and Chaplin Museum. Bigelow Hollow State Park and Nickerson Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

22 Apr 2024

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

Wedding retreat

Great place to stay for our daughters wedding weekend! Quiet, peaceful, relaxing and close to the wedding venue. Had a great time! Thanks so much.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

3 Jan 2024

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

Christmas Getaway

Noelle was a great host. She set up a Christmas tree for us and made it homey. The view was so beautiful from the living room.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C., Fontana

17 Oct 2023

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

Cute lake house

This house was cute and comfortable for an October weekend with our family.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S.

11 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful, Peaceful, just what we needed

We came as a bridal party for a girls night right before the wedding. It was absolutely perfect! The right size for us with stunning views! The bride loved it and so did the whole group! Noelle was so responsive and made our stay wonderful! We didn’t feel the need to go anywhere and with a full kitchen we were able to make the food we needed to have a girls night in. Definitely recommending this to anyone who needs a peaceful getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

26 Aug 2023

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

Cool vintage decor, great location

Beautiful spot! Great base for lots of family activities, like CT Science Center in Hartford (60 min drive) and Sturbridge Village (30 min drive).

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Noelle Merle

Hello! My name is Noelle and I live in Sturbridge Ma with my husband Sam, our son Crosby and my father Michel (aka Pepe.) We fell in love with Ashford Ct over the past few years camping at Brialee, a local family campground. I have been dreaming of a lake house for years and when I saw this one, well... it spoke to me. The stars aligned and here we are! We named this magical place after my fathers late wife Mimi, who was truly magical and as loving as they come. She would have whole heartedly supported me in this endeavor!
I feel her all around, and especially at sunrise.
I am a local Realtor and Broker/Owner of Hometown National Realty.
Sam is a singer, songwriter and the recording artist, Sam James.
Crosby is 6 and fantastic. Professional kayaker and Minecraft maniac.
Pepe, (Michel) is a retired college professor and full time Artist, Poet and writer. He is fantastic, kind and eccentric! We love him.

Why they chose this property

There is something really special about this property. It just brings me this overwhelming feeling of peace and happiness. The lake is generally very still and calm. The night sky is spectacular without the obstruction of city lights.

What makes this property unique

The local turtles may stop by for a visit and a snack... if you're sharing. The neighbor cat may stop by for a pat. Relax under the willow tree, have a cocktail on the deck. Enjoy coffee with the sunrise. It's all good here!