Authentically Vermont Lake Cottage

Get in on low introductory rates on this new listing offered by an experienced and highly-rated host: seasonal lake cottage/cabin at Neal Pond, which is actually a lake (settlers used terms interchangeably), in the Northeast Kingdom area of Vermont.

Built around the late 1920s, this charming white clapboard cottage with period green trim has a rustic interior downstairs, with plank floors and locally rough-sawn board walls, river-stone hearth in the living room, galley kitchen, and large screened-in porch that faces the lake. The more finished upstairs has the bedroom and bathroom: full/double-size bed and a twin bed, antique wicker rocking chair, dressers and chairs, A/C window unit; toilet, sink, shower.

Fully-equipped galley kitchen: appliances include a gas range, large microwave, full-size fridge with freezer compartment, coffee maker and teakettle, and large toaster oven. The private springhouse supplies the water to the cottage plus Host provides a jug or two of drinking water from a local roadside spring up the hill.

LAKE ACCESS via ROW: Cottage has a well-established right-of-way access to the lakefront for swimming / fishing / boating / relaxing by the water; equipped with a dock and chair(s); explore the lake via vintage rowboat or two kayaks (with paddles and oars, plus personal flotation vests), plus inflated floaties for swimming available for guest enjoyment. Our cove at the south end of the Lake has a wonderful fishing & boat public access area nearby, provided by Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept, that one can kayak or take the rowboat over to quite easily. That public access has sloping gravel footing underwater, minus the aquatic weeds (nice for swimming when not congested with people boating or fishing). And, it may be an option for guests at Host's lake cottage to bring their own boat if mutually agreeable parking for a boat trailer can be arranged.

Sit on the Host's dock or the screen porch with your morning coffee or cold beverage; or gather around a fire in the chiminea on a cool evening. Outdoor seating around the cottage, plus a gas grill for your use; small parcel with single-vehicle parking. Hang your wet swimsuits and damp towels out on the clothesline off the small back deck. Dine or play cards at the indoor table and chairs or out on the screened-in porch, which is furnished with rustic seating, and a hammock and vintage chaise lounge for snoozing.

Decor can be described as cozy cottage with period appointments, featuring collectibles, antiques, and original artwork. Connectivity if you insist: WiFi, with streaming content on smart TV, and a VOIP phone line for outgoing calls.

WHAT TO BRING: All you need to bring are your apparel including swim togs and swim shoes, fave toiletries, maybe your fave bed pillow, plus food and beverage for your stay.

STORES: One can snag a few basics in groceries and beverages at any of the convenience and country stores along the drive to Lunenburg VT. Locals frequent Lunenburg Variety, located in the village on Main St across from the town green; other than basic groceries, they have gas pumps, a deli, and offer primo Vermont maple cremees on certain days of the week. Major grocery/supplies shopping, services, and some restaurants are nearby across the Conn. River in Lancaster NH (just 7 miles away).

An AFFORDABLE New England lake cottage experience: the base rate is for one guest, with an add'l person at a low upcharge (for a two-person maximum), with a modest one-time cleaning fee (regardless of length of stay, which VRBO notes vaguely as Host Fee). Not to worry, the VRBO security/damage deposit is only invoked if any damage or loss is reported by Host. Limited availability for guest bookings at what is Host's summer residence (bookings totaling up to 14 days in any year's season) -- request your stay now! First come, first served in booking popular Fourth of July and Labor Day holiday weekends still available (holiday rate and multi-night minimum stays apply).

Don't hesitate to reach out: Host does not do Instant Booking yet responds to Booking Requests or inquiries promptly, along with addressing any Qs or special requests you might have, prior to finalizing a mutually agreeable booking. An example inquiry might be, to discuss add'l parking needs for a boat trailer or second vehicle. Use either the "Contact host" link or via "Check Availability" and "Book Now" buttons.

Enjoyable Stay: Guests are expected to be considerate of the peace and quiet we value at the lake (as noise travels within our cove and across the water), accepting of the property's limitations, and considerate of Host's personal belongings provided.