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Lovely Cottage by Lake Hayward

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Colchester, CT
  • Place, Lake Hayward
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Goodspeed Opera House
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Foxwoods Resort Casino
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bed/Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lovely Cottage by Lake Hayward

Stay in this lovely, recently renovated cottage that is just a quick walk (or drive) to 3 lakeside beaches and just 30 minutes away from the casino! Guests of the cottage will be able to enjoy the community tennis courts, volleyball court, and basketball court. This cottage has gorgeous wood ceilings, a full kitchen, a gas grill, a washer/dryer, and an self-standing enclosed gazebo.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Parking. There are 2 spots in the driveway for parking. There are no other spots. Do not park on the lawn.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2700692vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this cottage is on a lake. Priam Vineyards and Château le' Gari' are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art and A-Maze-Asaurus. Marlborough Arts Center and White Gate Farm are also worth visiting.
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Colchester, CT

What's nearby

  • Lake Hayward - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Goodspeed Opera House - 19 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Mohegan Sun Casino - 32 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Mohegan Sun Arena - 32 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 46 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 33 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stop & Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casa De Purple Squirrel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fresca Tequila Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Cottage by Lake Hayward pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Cottage by Lake Hayward?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Cottage by Lake Hayward?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Cottage by Lake Hayward located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Hayward and within 6 miles (10 km) of Devil's Hopyard State Park and Colchester Historical Society Museum. Backus Health Center and Colchester Dog Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat near lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maleya E.

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

Highly recommend booking!

Everything was great, bed was comfortable, rooms were great and plenty of towels. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Ostrye O.

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

Family Fourth

Great place to stay. Close to the beaches and in a quiet neighborhood. We had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Great

Was an awesome stay and very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn A.

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

Great place

Well furnished, quiet by near things to do. We would come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia L.

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

Pleasant Stay, Great Location

My husband and 1 year old had a nice, extended stay here. The owner was very responsive and communicative. Lake Hayward is a wonderful community!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

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

Family retreat

My family came to visit and I didn’t have enough room for everyone. The cottage was perfect, and the kids loved playing in the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nicely kept property in a beautiful lakefront community. Property was stocked with all necessary items - kitchenware, paper goods, towels,etc that were all in new condition. Heat, A/C , fans all worked well. Very pleased with stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M D.

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

Great stay

We had a great time at the cottage. Comfy and well apportioned for all our needs. Katie is a great host. Easy check-in. We would definitely come back for another stay at Lake Hayward.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

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

Absolutely gorgeous

The cottage was absolutely beautiful. The cottage was clean and provided everything you would need for the stay. The gazebo was gorgeous and made for beautiful nights outside with family. The whole neighborhood was so quiet and peaceful. The lake was stunning. The water was amazing and perfect temperature for swimming with the whole family. There were three beaches to choose from. We had the whole beach to ourselves which was really nice. The host was so nice and answered all my questions. Check in and check was so easy. I highly recommend this cottage and we had an amazing stay. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya E.

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

Very Comfortable Stay

My husband and I rented this house for our 2 daughters their husbands and 3 children under the age of 4 coming in from out of state, as we didn't have the space at our cottage at Lake Hayward to accommodate them. We were all so impressed with the thoughtfulness of the accommodations. She thought of everything! Very family & kid friendly. Great location to the lake and its beaches. There were even beach parking passes & beach towels. Very nice backyard outdoor seating in a screened-in Gazebo to protect you from the mosquitoes...along with a grill. They all appreciated the central air as July is the hottest month at the lake. They very much enjoyed their stay as they and their kids loved it too. We would highly recommend this lovely cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott N.

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

Lake Hayward cottage

Ants we're everywhere and ended up with a lot in our luggage when we left. There are broken blinds and door screens. The toilet paper was the least expensive ones you con find.( We bought some good stuff) spider webs all over the cottage and on the porch. Bace of the refrigerator missing. For what we spent it should be better than a 3 star hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

It was a good experience overall. Cute place in a nice location.

The process was very easy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken D.

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

Relaxing atmospherse

Close proximity to everyone we knew in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

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

Lake Hayward - lovely cottage

I was delighted with this cottage. Very well kept, a lovely, private screened in gazebo in the back,yard, air conditioning in the 3 bedrooms as well as gathering areas, and completely equipped with anything you can think of. Will definitely plan to rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard M.

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

Lake house on a hill

House is clean and has plenty of room. Nice bathroom, AC works great only 2 parking spots. Great for family’s who want to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

Nice cottage

Nice cottage everything was supplied for us. The beds were very comfortable. The owners were very responsive to my questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Very cute cottage. It met all of our needs. Katie was quick to reply and very friendly/helpful.

I would overall recommend this property. Each room has its own A/C, which was huge!! As well as a nice mini-split in living area for heat and A/C.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy S.

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

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