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Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage

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Peaceful serenity!  Get away from it all, kick back, and just relax!!
Huge lakeside cottage with wrap around outdoor deck and easy beach access.
View from the water of our beautiful lakeside summer cottage.
Just steps away from beach and cove.  Very easy and convenient.
Roomy beach with your own dock.  Nice clean water with very little boat traffic.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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Orange, MA
  • Place, Royalston Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Massachusetts Amherst
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage


(IF THIS PROPERTY IS TOO LARGE, OR UNAVAILABLE FOR YOUR DESIRED VACATION, PLEASE SEE OUR COMPANION PROPERTY AT LISTING #485000. THANKS.)

BOOK FOR 7 NIGHTS OR MORE AND GET A 20% DISCOUNT!!!

Enjoy quiet relaxation at our beautiful lakeside cottage in North Central MA. About 90 minutes from either Boston, MA or Hartford, CT. Sleep 6 in 3 bedrooms on 1 queen bed, 1 double bed, and 2 twin beds. Spread out and enjoy the extra-large living room with working fireplace, spacious kitchen and dining area. Huge wrap-around screened-in porch provides a beautiful view of almost the entire 35 acre Packard Pond while providing insect-free dining/entertaining area with all the fresh air you could possibly want. Large wrap-around outdoor deck provides even more space for grilling, relaxing, and lounging. Cottage shares its own beach with one neighboring couple (the owners). It is 30 feet from this refreshing, deep, clean 'Massachusetts Great Pond' that allows boating, skiing, wakeboarding, sailing, fishing, kayaking, canoes, paddleboats, paddle boards, and of course swimming. We provide a paddleboat, two kayaks, and four adult life jackets. While guests may bring their own kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes if they wish, sorry, but they may not bring powerboats or motorboats. (While some property owners have motorboats, most are pontoon boats that motor quite slowly. There is very little boat traffic on this pond.) Sorry, but outdoor fires are not permitted. Fully stocked kitchen includes all dinnerware, stove, coffee maker, microwave, and gas grill. Washer, dryer, and dishwasher too! We provide linens and towels. Just bring your food, beach towels, and your water toys. Forget something? No worries. Grocery shopping, WalMart, fast food, and other necessities are less than 6 miles away! SORRY, BUT NO PETS, NO SMOKING, AND NO PARTIES! Very near to Tully Lake with its camping, picnic area, hiking, water activities, and disc golfing. There are several public 18 hole golf courses within 20 miles. Cable TV, WiFi, DVD player and games/puzzles galore. Don't miss out on this terrific vacation opportunity!!! PLEASE NOTE - This summer cottage has no heat source other than the fireplace. Sorry, but personal space heaters and air conditioners are NOT permitted. Our cottages are located in a quiet neighborhood. Small groups of visitors are allowed, but large groups or parties are not. Maximum overnight occupancy at this cottage is 6 persons (including all children). On rare occasions, additional overnight guests MAY BE allowed for one or two nights, but ONLY WITH PRIOR APPROVAL BY OWNER , and with an additional fee of $25 per person per night. UPON DEPARTURE TENANT MUST LEAVE COTTAGE AS YOU FOUND IT (All furniture must be returned to its original location.), AND IN BROOM CLEAN CONDITION. You must be 25 years old or older to rent this cottage. Sorry, but this cottage is not appropriate for children under the age of four because it is not child-proofed, and has the hazards of multiple staircases, and close proximity to water.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Cottage not suitable for children under 4 years.
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Events

No events allowed
Small, quiet groups of guests are permitted.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Failure to abide by the house rules and policies may result in Landlord asking you to leave immediately without refund of your payments.
Tenants smoking in the property will incur a $250 deep cleaning fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0060742230
Property # 560958vb
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
Note from host: Small, quiet groups of guests are permitted.
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

About the area

Orange

Located in Orange, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ellinwood Country Club and Rhododendron State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Millers River Environmental Center and Northern Illusion. Red Apple Farm and Jacobs Hill are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Orange, MA

What's nearby

  • Royalston Falls - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Northfield Mount Hermon School - 42 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark - 44 min drive - 49.3 km
  • Amherst College - 53 min drive - 54.7 km
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst - 55 min drive - 55.7 km

Getting around

  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Honest Weight Artisan Beer - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage?

As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage on 23 Aug, 2026 start from S$317, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Lakeside Waterfront Summer Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Royalston Falls and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fish Brook Wildlife Management Area and Alan E. Rich Environmental Park. Millers River Environmental Center and Millers River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Perfect Lake Stay

We loved our stay here, reminded me of childhood. Rustic and clean, friendly and attentive owners, perfect pond water - our family of all ages enjoyed swimming, boating and playing games during our visit. Thanks for sharing your space with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
Thanks for the wonderful review. We try very hard to make our guests happy they chose us for their vacation destination. From your review, it looks like we nailed it. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent property and location

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2022
Thanks for your 5 star rating. We strive for a high guest satisfaction rating, and yours confirmed we hit that goal. Thanks, and we hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

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

Stay of a few days

Lake was clean and quiet. Porch was wonderful. Everything well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
Thanks for the fine review. Glad you enjoyed yourselves.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Perfect Description

The cottage was more than expected, they thought of everything. The owners are very friendly and helpful with tips on local attractions. I would highly recommend a stay on the lake.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the great review. We believe this cottage is a real gem too, and hope others find your comments helpful. We spent a whole year rehabbing this property before we started renting it, and we continue to make upgrades. Your review confirms that we're on the right track!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten N.

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

Nice home away from home

Relaxing cottage with private spaces inside and out. Very clean, with everything we needed to accommodate 5 adults. Another toilet would be a great addition, but we made it work with one very clean bathroom. Would recommend this cottage and owner! We enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for your great review. We're glad you found the cottage to be roomy enough for the 5 of you and that you appreciated the cleanliness. We try very hard to make our properties the very best they can be. Come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnne M.

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

Most relaxing vacation ever!

We had a wonderful and restful vacation which was just what we were looking forward to having. The property is beautifully rustic and very well equipped. The lake is so picturesque and quiet. A perfect setting for relaxing and reading! The hosts could not have been any better. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2022
Thanks for the stellar review. That was AWESOME and greatly appreciated. You were model guests - quiet, respectful, responsible, and personable too. You treated the property just as if you owned it. An owner couldn't ask for anything more. You are welcome back anytime, and we do hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Great getaway

We loved the water and the swimming and boating right off shore. We were hoping for a little more of a private spot, but it’s a small lake with people recreating. Overall we had a good time! It was great to have laundry on site!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2022
Glad you enjoyed yourselves. This is a great spot with lots to offer, and every guest has a wonderful, memorable stay with us. Glad you did too.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

barry s.

Excellent Family Vacation! ! !

It was perfect weather, perfect cottage, rustic, but everything worked perfectly inside, and it was the cleanest place we've ever stayed. Owners were a dream to work with, fair and firm, and great sense of humor. Understood customer service, and we'd love to go back. We came from 6 to 8 hours away, so it was a risk...but we're so glad we did!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the very favorable review. We try very hard to make our property fully satisfy your expectations, and we treat every renter as we'd like to be treated if the roles were reversed. We pride ourselves on making the cottage as spotless as possible for your arrival. Sounds like we succeeded. Come back again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

holley p.

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

A pristine peaceful getaway

You can hear the sound of a pin drop on the pond. The house is well kept, comfortable and stocked with everything you need. Ray and Due are lovely people and make excellent neighbors :) The screened in porch is EVERYTHING!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
Glad your family enjoyed yourselves. We try very hard to please our guests. Do consider us for your future vacations to our area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip m.

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

great stay

House is set up perfectly. It has a nice uncovered deck with grill. When it rained it had a very large screened in porch. Both had a great view of the lake. It had everything you needed to cook and eat with, even had an immersion blender. Beds were comfortable and slept 6 of us. Ray was easy to communicate with. I had 1 request ,which he allowed. It really made our visit. If you want to rent a lakefront house for a fun time, this is it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2021
Thanks for the super review. We try hard to accommodate our guests and make their vacations memorable. Glad you had a great time. Come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Classic lakefront cabin--updated for today

My family loved this rental house. The house itself is charming with so many original (1930's era) features. It was amazing marveling at all of the history this place has seen. But it is also perfectly suitable for today (modern appliances and, yes, wifi). And, there are plenty of amenities available--it happened to get very cold, and we found extra blankets in the closet! It is right on the lake, with easy access and many "toys" to play with (kayaks, etc). The hosts are delightful. Easily reachable but hands off, so that you can enjoy your stay and know that if you need something, they are a text away. My kids (teenagers) said that this was the best lake swimming they've been to. A little chilly (it was a cold week in August) but clean and so refreshing! The location is a kind of isolated (Amherst is about 40 minutes away), which is a plus if you're looking for solitude, but a bit of a hassle i you want to do any touristy stuff. However, the local area has hiking trails and waterfalls and all kinds of amazing outdoor activities (disc golf, skydiving (!)), within a few minutes. A wonderful vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2024
Thanks for the great review. We could tell you were enjoying your stay. Glad you had fun and didn't let the cooler weather slow you down. It was great to hear your laughter.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet and family friendly property

The beach and dock were perfect for our grandchildren. There were plenty of comfy chairs for everyone. The variety of beds accommodated us well and it was especially helpful to have a washer and dryer. The one bathroom is small. The kitchen is amazing - large, enough chairs and exceptionally well appointed with cooking utensils and dishes. We would highly recommend this for a family. The owners were very welcoming and took the time to explain everything very thoroughly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2021
Thanks for the wonderful review. We try hard to satisfy every guest's needs and make their stay comfy and memorable. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret V.

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

A Lovely Spot!

This was a lovely spot. The area was beautiful and the view of the lake from the cottage was superb. It was extremely well equipped. Downside: We happened to hit a very cold few days and we were unable to use the fireplace as it smoked throughout the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2021
Thanks Margaret for your fine review. We aim to provide everything a traveler might need during their stay, and based on your comments, it looks like we hit the mark! As for the fireplace, we are sorry to hear you had trouble starting and/or keeping the fire going without smoking. With the many travelers who've made fires there over the years, you are the first to state they had a problem. After your departure I tested the fireplace, and could not duplicate your issue. Perhaps using more paper or light kindling to initiate a better draft might help. In any event, I do hope you'll give us a try again in the future, and thanks again for your great review. Ray
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Saved us in our moment of need

Ray and Sue not only keep a beautifully maintained, spotlessly clean cottage equipped with everything you could possibly need for a lakeside getaway, they also came to our rescue when disaster struck during our stay. Our car broke down on the side of the road, and they not only picked us up but helped us get to the grocery store so we could have food for the weekend. They are truly generous, kind hosts who went out of their way to help us and ensure that our stay was as smooth as possible. Despite the car trouble, we had the loveliest of weekends in the cottage, spending mornings kayaking on the lake and afternoons exploring local breweries or hiking the nearby trail that Ray and Sue pointed out to us. We had a truly unforgettable time here thanks to their generosity and selflessness, and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2021
Thanks Rachel for your outstanding review. We're so glad you and your friends made the best of a less than optimal situation. Of course, we would do what we can for any of our guests when they are in distress, but your appreciation made the assist especially rewarding for us. You and your friends were a joy to host, and we loved hearing your laughter during your school get away. You all were respectful of our property, and us as neighbors, and you left the property clean and in great shape. What more could a landlord ask for. You and your friends are welcome back anytime, and we hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENISE Q.

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

Loved the Lake Life

Our family of three had a great time at this location. It was just as described and pictured. A rustic 50'ish? cabin. My family had one when I was young and this brought back so many wonderful memories and allowed me to make new ones for my son. Kayaks, rowboat, canoe and peddle boat were available for use and the lake was awesome. Clean water and not mucky on the bottom! Owners were great and easily accessible when needed. It was a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks so much for the awesome review. We try hard to please, so thanks for confirming we are meeting that goal. You guys were super to have as our guests, and you are welcome back anytime. Keep us in mind for future vacations.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

mike and penny

Had a good time,very nice little home.We had a family gathering on a wet rainy day,there was a large screen porch that held all 25 plus people and stayed dry and comfie.Owner where real nice and helpful would recommend to anyone that has children plenty of space.Alls we had to bring was food everything else was there.Drove 14 hrs to get there but glad we did and would do it all over again.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the great review. We believe we provide a lot of value for our guests, and we are glad your family enjoyed their stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Idyllic family vacation spot

"Cottage" is an understatement. The house is pretty spacious, with plenty of room for young kids (and adults) to run around and play -- upstairs in the big attic room, the big screened-in porch, on the deck, and especially the nice sandy little beach right in the backyard and the swimming beyond. The house is well stocked with bedding, blankets, towels etc , and the kitchen is especially well stocked with dishes, glasses, etc. Ray was very responsive to any requests we had. A perfect spot for a family vacation, swimming, boating (row boat and canoe provided), grilling, having friends over, and especially for making summertime memories!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the great review! We try very hard to provide everything you could possibly want to make your dream vacation a reality for your group whether all adults, or a family with young children. All you really need to bring is your beach towels, and food and beverages of your choice. We look forward to seeing you back again next year.

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