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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Warren, CT
  • Lake Waramaug
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Waramaug State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hopkins Vineyard
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Cottage and Waterfront Access

Enjoy classic New England weekends and holidays year-round on Lake Waramaug’s Gold Coast. Waramaug is a Connecticut Heritage Lake, and was pictured in the book, “1000 Places to See Before You Die”.
The cottage is located above the Main House, in a private setting with easy access to everything the lake, and the surrounding Litchfield Hills have to offer. The house boasts two fireplaces, a deck, picnic garden, stone terrace, and a private lawn area.
The living room has a cathedral ceiling, a paneled fireplace, built-in storage and bookcases, a TV, and comfortable seating. The open kitchen is convenient to both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The Master Bedroom has French doors opening to the stone terrace, as well as a fireplace, and an adjoining bathroom. The second bedroom is furnished with twin beds and has access to a large bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub and shower. There is also an open office/work area with internet access, where one can set-up a laptop and printer. Air-conditioning units are provided and the house has wide-board pine floors throughout.
The Cottage tenants have access to the waterfront and dock, which is shared with the Main House, and is located at the base of the driveway, across the road. The tenants also have the use of a solo/tandem kayak. The Lake Waramaug community takes pride in the meticulously maintained water quality and scenic views around the lake.
The charming New Preston village is a short bike ride away with shops and restaurants specializing in locally grown produce. And, the Hopkins Winery is a great choice for a late afternoon wine tasting.
Annual events on the lake include July 4th fireworks, college and prep school crew regattas, triathlons, and numerous road and bike races.
Within a short walk are public beaches and playgrounds, canoe and kayak rentals, walking trails, a winery and a restaurant overlooking the lake.
A short 25 mile drive will lead to Stony-Brook, a lovely nine-hole public golf course, or in the winter, to Mohawk Mountain, for a choice of 25 ski trails. A little longer ride will provide skiing at Butternut or Catamount and golfing at a number of public 18-hole courses.

Seasonal activities in the surrounding area include:
-Fall leaf-peeping
-Cycling and hiking
-Antique shopping
-Kayaking
-Whitewater rafting at Falls Village
-Lake fishing and Fly-fishing on the Housatonic
-Bird-watching – including American Bald Eagles
-Golfing at Stony-Brook, Candlewood, Lakeville
-Wine tasting at Hopkins Inn and on Connecticut Wine Tour
-Skiing at Mohawk, Butternut and Catamount Mountains
-Cross-country skiing on Waramaug and nearby trails
-Dining in award-winning restaurants and Pubs
-Swimming, tubing and water-skiing
-Films in Connecticut’s landmark Bantam Cinema
-Shopping and dining in historic New England villages

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
On approval by owner
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are not permitted on couch or beds
Pets should be supervised and kept on a leash when outside.
Pet owners are requested to remove poop and to discourage pets from peeing on plantings or lawn.

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Preston

Located in New Preston, this cottage is on the waterfront. Seven Hearths Museum and Bull's Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hopkins Vineyard and Woodbury Ski Area. White Memorial Conservation Center and Clarke Outdoors are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Warren, CT

What's nearby

  • Lake Waramaug - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Waramaug State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hopkins Vineyard - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Steep Rock Preserve - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Mohawk Mountain Ski Area - 30 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Appalachian Trail - 39 min drive
  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Warren General - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Community Table - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Iga - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hopkins Inn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage and Waterfront Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage and Waterfront Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage and Waterfront Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage and Waterfront Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Waramaug, Lake Waramaug State Park and Hopkins Vineyard. Mount Bushnell State Park and Above All State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Odile S.

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

Spring visit

Good time was had by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kato

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

A beautiful space

Really beautiful and clean, only a minute walk to the lake. Coming from a NYC apartment the kitchen was divine. Big recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Cozy lakeside cottage

My sister and I enjoyed a wonderful three night getaway, indulging in what has become an annual garden center/greenhouse tour in western CT! We also love stopping in at any vintage shops we can find - this trip we discovered The Hunt in New Milford, which was a great find! It was lovely to return to a cozy, well appointed cottage in the evenings - thank you hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew g.

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

Perfect Connecticut cottage

Beautiful location and perfectly kept cottage. A great spot and the epitome of Litchfield county.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly U.

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

Loved the house and location

We stayed over Thanksgiving weekend to be close to family in Kent and we didn't want to leave! Perfect location and great little cottage for our family of 4 our dog. Loved that we could use the woodburning fireplace.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad g.

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

aWESOME wEEKEND

I am planning to stay again. I loved the location and the lake is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Picturesque Lakeside Getaway

Cozy. Great spot for our young family. Quiet, with easy access to nature, art and food. Nearby winery is a nice perk.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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

Great Stay

Very well-equipped, attractive and comfortable cottage steps away from Lake Wauramaug. Beautiful surroundings. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kerry p.

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

Fall Get Away

We loved our stay so much. Al's place was the perfect home base for exploring the beautiful Lake Waramaug, New Preston, New Milford and all of Litchfield County. We hiked many of the trails, had amazing meals and slept great each night. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina t.

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

long weekend incottage

This cottage is absolutely delightful, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The owner was very responsive and helpful, and the area was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Well equipped kitchen, excellent fireplace and beautiful setting

We spent the Christmas holiday at the cabin in CT. That means a full turkey dinner, eggs benedict, coq au vin, etc. the works! The kitchen had what I needed except the immersion blender which was easy to pack. We loved the nature sitings all around the two story cabin. It made bird watching frequent and easy. Fantastic stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauralyn R.

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

Nice 3 day stay

Perfect stay for short term. Only suggestion is sturdier kitchen chairs for adults. Beautiful property and views. Note no tvs in bedroom. If you like to wind down by watching tv in bed, suggest bring a portable tv device.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo C.

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

Lake Waramaug

We have stayed in this property before and we highly recommend it.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amylyn R.

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

Amazing lakeside space

We completely loved staying at the lakeside space. It was comfortable with beautiful views. The linens was very nice along with fluffy towels. We would stay here again in a second.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felice D.

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

Beautiful peaceful location

This place met every expectation - the two eagles feeding their young in the nest of right outside the deck wheee I drank coffee and watched them in the morning - beautiful walks, very friendly and warm people around, especially to bikers. The owner was very responsive and seemed to really care about my experience. Could not recommend it more to be in nature and get away while also close to very interesting small towns and good restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Peaceful Stay

My husband and I enjoyed our extended weekend at this lovely cottage. Tranquil setting in a clean and cozy home with access to the lake was exactly what we hoped for. Close to so many local sites. Would definitely look to rent again in the future in both the winter and the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

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

Consistently great

Repeat visitor- at least 5 times. Beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reina O.

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

Comfy cottage few steps from lake

We stayed at the cottage over Christmas holidays. It was perfect for a two kids household. We loved the real wood fireplace with plenty of wood, nice cooking environment and clean house with a good view of the lake. Al was friendly and attentive, it felt like a second home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

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

Lake Waramaug getaway

Great location. Comfortable home. Tidy. Love this place. Second stay. Hope to return in fall Traci C
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie F.

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

Perfect escape

We were so happy with this adorable cottage. A perfect view of the lake, house was very clean and a well stocked kitchen for guests who love to cook. Al was very response and easy to talk to. Our next visit we will have him up for a glass of wine. I totally would recommend this cute cottage. Plenty of room for 4 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

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

Lake house

Beautiful. Fabulous. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Slice of Heaven

We absolutley loved staying at your cottage. It was perfectly appointed and very comfortable. Had everything we needed but most of all we had this beautiful, relaxing 3 days in one of the prettiest places in the Northeast! The extra bonus of having lake access and a dock to hang out on was wonderful. And meeting you both was wonderful.Needless to say, "we will be back"!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam F.

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

Gorgeous and Delightful Lake House

We could not have been happier at our stay here! A picturesque lake front property, with a beautiful two bedrooms, a gorgeous living room and excellent house amenities. The house had terrific privacy and could not have been in a better location. All of our interactions with the host and entry instructions were lovely and crystal clear. We truly cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

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

Lake Waramaug retreat

Love this place during every season! We are repeat offenders!!!! Super location. Comfortable house for us and our dogs. Everything you need in kitchen...Diana, the housekeeper, does a superb job, cleaning and organizing!!!! Beds are comfortable, as is the livingroom for a tiny bit of pm tube time. This place never disappoints!!! Traci, Dave, Billy and Mimi
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R R.

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

A perfect private cottage

We had a truly lovely time staying at the cottage by Lake Waramaug in the early summer months. It was the perfect size for two adults and one rambunctious three year old (would also be great for two kids). Our daughter loved running around outside and eating meals at the outside tables. We also went swimming every day, and saw lots of nature - herons, eagles, hawks, an osprey, lots of fish, and even an otter! Al is a great host, very responsive to needs and helpful. When it got unexpectedly warm in early June, he showed up with extra air conditioners before we even thought to ask. The yard and house are very well kept - the kitchen is small but has everything we needed, and the half dishwasher was perfectly suited for our purposes. We liked watching movies in the cozy living room at night, but spent most of our time outside. Our small SUV had no trouble in the driveway, but if you have a big truck (as one of our visitors did) it might be frustrating to navigate the narrow bend on the way up to the cottage. We really enjoyed our visit to the area, which is one of the most beautiful parts of Connecticut, and we hope to be back!
Stayed 32 nights in May 2024

About the host

Your host

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The Lake House owners live in New York City and have enjoyed weekends and summers on Lake Waramaug for more than 30 years.

Why they chose this property

Litchfield county offers a unique blend of farms, lakes and historic towns.

What makes this property unique

The property is not only located on the pristine Lake Waramaug, but is within twenty minutes from the historic towns of Kent, Washington and Litchfield.

Languages:

English