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Bantam Lake Cottage - 4 min walk to lake/shared beach, 6 Kayaks, 2 SUP, fire pit

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A red house with a white front door, a small porch, and a white bench in the yard.
A lakeside view with boats docked, a gazebo, and a grassy shoreline.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, and a large sofa. There is a fireplace, a television, and a kitchen area visible.
A residential area with a red and black sign, a white picket fence, and a house with solar panels.
A residential house with solar panels on the roof, a fenced yard, and a small shed.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bantam Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Morris, CT
  • Place, Bantam Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Camp Columbia State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Quinnipiac University
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Family Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Great Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Morris

Located in Morris, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camp Columbia State Park and White Memorial Conservation Center, while Bantam Cinema & Arts Center and Litchfield Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden and The Christmas Shop are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Morris, CT

What's nearby

  • Bantam Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Camp Columbia State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Candlewood Lake - 29 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Lake Compounce - 35 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Quinnipiac University - 52 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popey's Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nicks Country Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪G.W. Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Litchfield Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bantam Lake Cottage - 4 min walk to lake/shared beach, 6 Kayaks, 2 SUP, fire pit 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 Bantam Lake Cottage - 4 min walk to lake/shared beach, 6 Kayaks, 2 SUP, fire pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bantam Lake Cottage - 4 min walk to lake/shared beach, 6 Kayaks, 2 SUP, fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bantam Lake Cottage - 4 min walk to lake/shared beach, 6 Kayaks, 2 SUP, fire pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bantam Lake Cottage - 4 min walk to lake/shared beach, 6 Kayaks, 2 SUP, fire pit located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bantam Lake and Bantam Cinema & Arts Center. Camp Columbia State Park is 1.4 mi (2.2 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. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Host has done a great job to make their guests feel at home!!

Every kitchen/ lake amenities you could need! We look forward to returning and would highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Jan, thank you for your review, we are happy you enjoyed your 3 weeks at Bantam Lake Cottage! We would welcome you back again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 3rd time staying at this wonderful property. Hosts think of everything to make it incredibly comfortable, down to the abundance of supplies. There is truly nothing more you could ask for (including amenities for your pets). Thomas responds immediately and makes the entire process as simple as possible. Location is wonderful and there is a ton of equipment and toys for use on the lake!Don’t hesitate to book this inviting lake cottage, you will not regret it!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation getaway near the lake

This is an awesome, well stocked vacation home with lots of thoughtful touches. We loved being such a quick walk to the lake. The kitchen and living room are great, the backyard is lovely. Would recommend the house to anyone looking to visit the Litchfield area!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Kelly, Thank you for your review; we hope to see you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing lake stay

Excellent host with great attention to detail to make us feel welcome. House was exceptionally clean and well stocked with lots of amenities. Tom was an excellent communicator. We really appreciated all the water toys, and we had a blast on the lake! Overall, an excellent vacation stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thanks for review, Bantam lake is a great vacation spot, we are happy you had a blast on the water like our kids do!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Bantam Lake

The cottage was very nice but was hoping for a better location on the lake - we basically couldn’t really see the Lake unless you went out into the little lane. The general area was fun, lots to see and do.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
It was a pleasure to host your family at the cottage for 3 weeks, it sounds like you really got to explore the area and some of the great things it has to offer. I was happy to see that the Tesla solar and Powerwall+ kept everything running seamlessly during the short grid outage after the storm for you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We absolutely loved our stay! The house is beautiful, spacious and clean, and provided everything we could possibly need and more. The master bathroom is beautiful, beds are comfortable, towels are plush. And the house is well equipped for children. The location is great - several great restaurants and a sweet public beach nearby. Thomas is a fabulous host. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Week in Bantam

We spent a week at 9 Willow Drive to celebrate our 50 th Anniversary. Immediately upon entering the charming cottage we knew we had found the perfect place. Every need for a comfortable stay was thoughtfully provided by our hosts. Comfortable beds, a well equipped kitchen and baths and pleasing decor made for a very pleasant stay. We hope to return next year! Sincerely, Joe & Lauren Matthews
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful family getaway

Our family had the pleasure of staying for 2 weeks while our home was being renovated and it was truly “home away from home”. The Tollers have thought of everything for this property from the beautiful decor, books, children’s games, water activities to the yard games. The lake access and small beach were just perfect for the little ones to enjoy their swimming time. We were greeted with a thoughtful card and welcome gifts from litchfield distillery and arethusa, it was the sweetest! We would recommend this property without a doubt. Thank you Toller family 🌸☀️
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
Krystal and Family, Thank you for your review. We would be glad to host your family again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, house, attention to detail.

Staying here with my family was a really great experience. Bantam Lake, Morris, and the greater Litchfield county area is one of the most pleasant and beautiful places in Connecticut. I grew up in this area and I return every summer. This year we chose to rent in Morris because this house had all the great watercraft available and was so close to the lake. The house was also really nice, modern, and clean. The owner, Thomas, clearly has paid attention to every detail in order to make the stay a lovely experience for the guests. I highly recommend this place and my family and I hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Thank you Tracy, we hope to see you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for exploring Litchfield!

Strengths: welcome package (note, ice cream in freezer, dog poop bags - very generous!); location, amenities (AC, kitchen appliances, well stocked (detergent, coffee pods...); abundance of kayaks and other items for use on the lake; gorgeous master bath; large-capacity washer/drier; communication with owners was timely and appropriate Areas of growth: outside seating - in sunshine and there is no table with an umbrella to eat outside; quality of beach area for the property - dog poop, no way to safely step down to beach area; inside seating for watching TV etc is a bit uncomfortable and limited Overall: I would rent this property again for a shorter stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Dear Lisa, Thank you for your great review, and feedback. We will incorporate this as we continue to upgrade the cottage. You would be welcome for a 1 week stay anytime! The Tollers
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a Hidden Gem!!

This house had it all for a 2 week lake vacation with my family of four including 2 grown kids and our dog. Tom and Erin thought of everything to make our stay stress free. The kitchen was well stocked with all the tools and essential ingredients and we were able to cook dinners for most nights of our stay. The backyard was fabulous for romping with the dog and enjoying cornhole and s'mores. We enjoyed kayaking/paddleboarding and swimming in Bantam Lake (some of the kayaks were a bit small for adult use, but we made do). Tom and Erin were quick to respond to questions and very welcoming hosts. Hoping we can return soon and maybe for a winter visit for some skiing.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you. We are happy you had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bantam Lake Cottage - great!

What a special place. This was our first time at Bantam Lake. We were able to swim, kayak, hike, and more. We have family nearby and they visited us each day spending time swimming. It was the cleanest and tidiest cottage we have rented over the years, and beautifully remodeled. The owner was easy to contact and responded quickly when I had some questions about the kayaks. The house was well-stocked with everything we needed – with a special treat of ice cream in the freezer upon our arrival. The AC worked well, and the weather was quite hot during our stay. It’s in a cute quiet neighborhood. I would totally recommend a stay at Bantam Lake Cottage, it was just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
Hi Karen, thank you for your thoughtful review. We love the lake and keep working to make sure everything we (and our guests) need is at the house so that everyone's stay is as relaxing as possible!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Host thinks of absolutely everything to make the stay absolutely seamless. The only rental we’ve stayed at that provides enough supplies for our entire stay. The most thoughtful touches including air purifiers, every appliance you could possibly need and welcome gifts. Very accommodating to guests and always asks for feedback. Even added a recliner after our visit last year when we mentioned it.The neighborhood and proximity to the lake are great as well as the use of a variety of watercraft’s available with the rental and a golf cart to use around the neighborhood.We cannot say enough about our experience here 2 years in a row. All VRBO Hosts should take a page out of this Host’s playbook as it couldn’t be a better experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot & Inviting home

We stayed here with our extended family and couldn't have had a better time! All of the amenities here are top quality, the house is well stocked with necessities, and the rooms are tastefully decorated. We got a lot of daily use out of the kayaks, paddle boards, & paddle boat (with life jackets of all sizes provided) as well as corn hole. The water access was just as advertised, an easy short walk away, no problem for young children. Also nearby is an ice cream shop, a great bread store, seafood restaurant, and a market. Thomas was easy to contact and generous with accommodations, and left a book with all the info we'd need. We also found ice cream & drinks from local stores when we arrived, a wonderful treat to discover! We all loved our stay here and would highly recommend it to others!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Lucille, we are happy you and your family had such a great time at Bantam Lake, and got to visit all the amazing local spots!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week on Lake Bantam

We spent a week on Lake Bantam with our two children, 12 and 8. The house is perfectly appointed with attentive hosts who have supplied everything you could want to play on the lake, modern appliances, and free streaming services for movies with the kids. They paid attention to small details, like citronella candles for grilling and s'mores out back. Walk to the lake and drive 3 minutes to nice restaurants, a market and the Arethusa Dairy and Cafe for great pastries in the morning and ice cream at night. (Oh, and our trip was delayed a day by Hurricane Ida. We were refunded a night of our stay AND the Tollers extended the rental!)
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

By far the best VRBO that we’ve stayed at. This host has thought of absolutely everything. From air purifiers to every appliance you could need. We rent at least 2-3 vacation homes per year and this is the first time we have not had to go out and buy supplies such as paper towel, toilet paper, shampoo, etc. extremely well stocked including welcome gifts. It was extremely clean and well maintained. Communication with the host was top notch and the location and neighbors were great. Appreciated the thoughtful touches for our pups including bowls and doggie doo bags. Abundance of towels, sheets and pillows. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this rental and the host!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful vacation home

First of all what a beautiful welcome to our beautiful vacation! The owner made sure we felt welcome. What a beautiful home. We had kayaks, a paddle board available to us to use at Batam Lake which was about 1/2 block from the house. What a fun time! We had our daughter and her family over and we played corn hole in the back yard which was so comfortable! We also spent a lot of time in the back yard sitting under the weeping willow tree! My favorite time enjoying family in the back yard. We cooked out and also had several meals we cooked in the beautiful kitchen. Everything available that you could possibly need to cook with. The owner checked in with me via text making sure we had everything we needed. This place provided everything you could ever need! We were so happy with this VRBO! Thank you for such a beautiful home for our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional - a cut above!

There aren’t enough superlatives to describe this place! Spotlessly clean, high-end appliances and furnishings, extremely well-appointed. Charming outside, beautiful inside. Everything has been thought of by the hosts! The home was exactly as depicted and the photos were quite accurate. Directions to the home were flawless, and the contactless access was exactly per the instructions provided. The host, Thomas, was extremely responsive, responding almost immediately to a couple of minor questions I had. My sister and I stayed here with my dog, who enjoyed the limited number of steps to get inside and the lovely, large back yard. It was also wonderful to be able to enjoy the very short walk to view beautiful Bantam Lake every day. I can’t recommend this place enough! My sister and I look toward to returning in the future!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

perfect family getaway

My family and I stayed at The Bantam Lakehouse for a week and had such a lovely time. The house was well-equipped with everything we could possibly need, clean, and in a good location. Thomas and his family thought of everything for their home, including all the kitchen gadgets you could imagine! The walk to the lake is short and sweet, and we often had it to ourselves. We made good use of the paddle boat, the kayaks and life vests. The lake was clean and we spent all day in it. We grilled at home, had smores by the campfire, read a ton, enjoyed some nearby food (the fish market right down the street was delicious and byob! also, arethusa for breakfast, and touring/tasting at the Litchfield distillery), and even hiked the trail up to the watch tower at Mount Tom. When we arrived, there were balloons for my 3 year old's birthday celebration, and local ice cream in the freezer. You cannot go wrong booking this home for your family vacation. We had a blast and made many memories together. Thank you, Thomas and family for such an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2022
Thank you for you review Taryn and family. It looks like you got to make the most of the cottage, lake and local area. We hope to see you again sometime. The Tollers
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic all around!!!

we had a great stay at the house. It has everything you need and Tom did a great job with any questions we had. The lake is a few houses down and easy to navigate. The house was well updated with every appliance and gadget you could ever need. The beds are comfy and everything is new. We will definitely be back. The area is fantastic as well. The Seafood shack down the block was phenomenal. Breakfast from Arethusa was off the charts. Highly recommend the house and the area!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Glad you enjoyed the house and everything the area has to offer as much as we do!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home!

First off, with all the amenities this home offers, it definitely feels more like a year round house than a short-term rental cottage. There are so many thoughtful “extras” that make a stay there so relaxing! We took full advantage of the yard games as well as the kayaks and paddle boards. The location is great as well between the short walk to the lake or quick drive to close by White Memorial Conservation Center or town to shop. The owners were also very responsive to the few questions we had. We had a great stay at the Bantam Lake Cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you, our aim is to have everything you could need at the house to either get out and enjoy the lake or just relax...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable & Inviting Stay

My family & I had a lovely time at the Bantam Lake Cottage! The Teller family were the most gracious & thoughtful hosts, and really made my family feel comfortable in their cottage. There were special treats left for all members of the family, even our little dog! Thanks so much for the perfect place to ring in the new year!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Thank you for kind words, Happy New Year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was perfect!!!

This house and location were awesome! The house was fully stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms. I had shopped ahead at the Stop and Shop 10 minutes away and didnt need to go out for anything else. House was absolutely spotless and kitchen fully stocked. Best part was the garage. Kayaks, SUP, oars, life jackets, beach chairs, sand toys, fire pit, wagon to pull it all etc… not to mention the board games and books. We had Monopoly and card game tournaments while we watched the Olympics and I (the mom) read 7 books! If you love an “old fashioned” laid back vacation- you cannot go wrong with Bantam Cottage. We had the lake beach to ourselves every day! If you are there, make friends with neighbors as we met amazing people who brought us on their boats and let us fish off their docks! We are already picking out week for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Jill, thank you for your review and tips on Camp Columbia state park. Your week sounds both relaxing and action-packed. We would be happy to host your family again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Lake Property for Families

My family and I just completed a week stay at Bantam Cottage and we are so happy we selected this property. All the pictures of the property are completely accurate. It is a beautiful home that the homeowner put incredible thought into. It is a very comfortable place for a family with young children. Everything was there right down to the bathroom step stools and kid-sized utensils!! The best part is the lake and the water sports- pedal boat, adult and kids kayaks, SUP board and everything to go with them, plus awesome beach toys and towels. We really didn't need to bring a thing! Beautiful yard to enjoy with corn hole and bocce, grill, picnic table, fire pit and Adirondack chairs. If you get some rain- there was even miniature golf set up in the garage, plenty of great board games in the great room, and a wonderful window seat to read in. I can't say enough about the homeowner. The communication prior to our stay was excellent. Walking into the house for the first time, all of us felt like we received a VIP welcome with notes and overly generous local area goodies. Bowls and a toy were even ready for our dog!! There was a very detailed book about the house, all the amenities, and the area. We didn’t have an issues but I felt very comfortable that I could reach the homeowner should any arise. I would highly recommend Bantam Lake Cottage to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2021
Kristin, it was a pleasure hosting your family. Our top priority is making sure all our guests have a fantastic (and safe) vacation at the lake and make the same kind of great family memories we do with our children there!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very pleased repeat guests!

Definitely a lovely home away from home. We were welcomed both with a lighted sign and a hand-written welcome note, local spirits and ice creams in the kitchen. Thomas even remembered about our kids liking pancakes and had a special mix and syrup out and available for us. All your desired kitchen amenities at your fingertips. Well-stocked fridge and cupboards with essentials (condiments, sauces, spices, etc) made cooking a breeze. Board games, the new garage putt putt golf, cards, books, and the best of digital TV to keep the whole family entertained on the occasional rain day. S'mores, corn hole, bocci, and the fire pit were again a hit after a full day of paddling the various water toys (to include the new kayak and SUP). Morris Town Hall happily accommodated our request for a Sandy Beach visitor's parking pass for the week, which was cheaper than some MA or CT coastal day passes. Due to all of the recent rains and high water at the deeded dock area, there was more sand Beach area for the kiddos to play with over there. We'll definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Thank you for reviewing the Cottage again. We are glad you got to enjoy the new water toys. We hope to see you and your family again soon!
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