10/10 Excellent
Ruth G.
18 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruth G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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Relax with a beautiful lake view
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Colchester, CT
- Lake Hayward1 min walk
- Devil's Hopyard State Park
- Mohegan Sun Casino31 min drive
- New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Enclosed porch
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Relax with a beautiful lake view
Serene setting on beautiful and quiet Lake Hayward. Quick walk to the beach. Spacious deck for dining and relaxing. Great place to unwind and get away from the everyday dull drums. Clean and roomy.
Property manager
Peg Damato
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Colchester
Located in Colchester, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Devil's Hopyard State Park and Day Pond State Park, while Colchester Historical Society Museum and East Haddam Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights. Mark's Tree Farm Zip Line and Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
Colchester, CT
What's nearby
- Lake Hayward - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Goodspeed Opera House - 22 min drive - 20.2 km
- Gillette Castle State Park - 27 min drive - 24.3 km
- Mohegan Sun Casino - 31 min drive - 41.2 km
- Mohegan Sun Arena - 31 min drive - 41.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Wendy's - 9 min drive
- Scotties Frozen Custard - 9 min drive
- Harry's Place - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot!
Julie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia P.
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Heywood
Cynthia P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathy G.
10 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousins weekend
Kathy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy K.
20 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding in Conneticut, and wanted to spend time in the area, perfect place
Nancy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott J.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake cottage
Scott J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anna H.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Anna H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jesi J.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay on the Lake
Jesi J.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel J.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage
Rachel J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anna H.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Anna H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, scenic location on Lake Hayward
Jill M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rik D., Adamant, Vermont
30 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right!
Rik D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hilary C.
20 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful water views!
Hilary C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deb M.
22 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Relax
Deb M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deana M.
27 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
Deana M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
David M.
20 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
David M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alison W.
19 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely spot on a beautiful lake!
Alison W.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Annalynn R.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake view beauty
Annalynn R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Peter T.
29 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with family
Peter T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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