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Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Experience the classic charm of this 1920 lake cottage, where a big remodeled kitchen and spacious living room await. With comfortable accommodations for up to 9 guests, unwind on the porch overlooking Lake Wononscopomuc or enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and kayaking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

This is the lake cottage your grandmother visited during her childhood. Charming, original 1920 features. Big remodeled kitchen (new stove/oven) and big living room for family reunions and guests. Sleeps 9 in comfort; it has often slept 20 with air mattresses and sleeping bags. Porch overlooks Lake Wononscopomuc -- deepest lake in Connecticut. Close to train to New York and recreation facilities, in the heart of the New England independent school world and just right for the family's May and June, end of school and graduation weekends. Adjacent to Hotchkiss School and Interlaken Inn. Great fishing, hiking (including access to Appalachian Trail), antiques, golf, tennis, fall foliage, summer theater, dance and art. Superb porch sitting. Wood stove, fire-place, and electric heaters deal with extra-cool evenings or mornings. Outdoor gas grill supplements 2 indoor ovens and stove. WiFi, TV, phone.

Note that this is NOT a good place for wild or late night parties. It is located on a quiet lake not far from neighbors who appreciate the quiet beauty of the rural area. If you want to party loudly or despoil the lake, please go elsewhere. Also, it can be chilly in May and October!

Cultural Activities -- Near Lakeville, CT: Within a few miles of Lakeville, CT are features that include Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Tri-Arts Sharon Playhouse, Music Mountain, Norfolk Festival, Railroad Days, excellent restaurants, and lovely NW CT countryside. We are five miles from the Appalachian Trail and many other hiking options. Lake Wononscopomuc is cool and clean all summer. It drops to 180 ft within 250 yards of our shore. Kayak, canoes and a sailboat supplied.

Sports: Sports include all low speed water sports -- no water skiing. Fishing is excellent for Lake trout, bass, pickerel, perch, and catfish. Many other lakes streams and ponds in the area. The Hotchkiss School Golf course is about 300 yards away and other nearby and publicly available courses are in Sharon, Amenia and North Canaan. Tennis is available at town courts a mile away. Horse-back riding is nearby. Lots of hiking opportunities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Lakeville, CT

What's nearby

  • Holley-Williams House Museum - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • North East Town Hall - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Taconic State Park - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lime Rock Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Harlem Valley Rail Trail - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fern Lakeville - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Woodland Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mountainside Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse At Lakeville - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Holley-Williams House Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of North East Town Hall and Millerton Village Hall. Harlem Valley Rail Trail and Hanging Rock Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 84 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very comfortable and perfect for visiting with family and friends.We enjoyed the roomy kitchen space. The porch is great for relaxing and gazing at the tranquil lake. We appreciated the use of the canoe and the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has rustic charm and sits right on the lake. It is a beautiful peaceful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place by the lake, very quiet and comfortable outdoor space. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Love this place

This the second time staying here. We will be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

AT Adventure Weekend

Wonderful lake retreat 🥾
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese L.

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

Perfect cabin!

Amazing cabin, thank you for a beautiful stay! We came in for a wedding and this was a great location to where the wedding was held.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julianna C.

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

Nice Place to Stay

We were very happy with the cottage, Sitting on the porch looking at the lake was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Amazing trip, never had a more helpful host

Perfect relaxing location and lots of fun on the lake, can't wait to be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Wonderful relaxing weekend

Beautiful location, lovely cabin, great facilities. 5 star weekend getaway all around. Alden was very helpful leading up to our check in and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steven B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Gathering Place

A large comfortable rustic cottage on a beautiful small lake well located in the Berkshires.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon O.

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

Excellent location. Good fishing!

Nice tucked away property, fit all 14 of us comfortably with some air mattresses, and great fishing all weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

AnneMarie P.

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

Lakehouse

My family had a nice time. It was cold but no doubt it's amazing in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tim F.

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

family vacay

Have had a large family gathering here a few years in a row. Plenty of room for everyone and all associated activities. We were very happy to find the new stairs and dock, a huge improvement for water access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Beautiful lakefront views in a rustic cottage

Gorgeous lakefront views and excellent proximity to Hotchkiss School and NW Connecticut's scenic villages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Great lake house for a group.

Great tranquil location with a rustic lake house designed for relaxing and gathering. Communication with owner was great and everything was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

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

Swimming and relaxing

Lots of time was spent in the lake, and thanks for the new dock for easy access to the water. The house is very comfortable for cooking and resting. Love the screened porch for lake views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Exactly as advertised - in all the best ways

Reminded me of my grandparents lake side cottage - brought a well of pleasant memories
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted K.

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

Fathers/Sons get-away reunion

Despite the wet weather and mud, we enjoyed the rustic feel of the house and surrounding property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Amazing!

This place was awesome. Nothing more to say besides “book it”.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Spacious rustic cabin on beautiful lake

We had a little family reunion here with three generations of people and a couple of dogs too. It was just an amazing stay, beautiful tranquil lake that we swam in every day, and lots of room for everybody to have their own space, inside or outside. Loved every minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tim F.

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

family gathering

The house and yard are great, lake is beautiful. It would be nice if the water access was better.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie M.

Great stay for a wedding!

This was a great property for our group of 11. The outdoor space was fantastic, especially the screened-in porch, and the common space in the house is great for a large group. Alden was very helpful and incredibly responsive. If I were to attend a wedding in the area in the future with a large group, I would definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

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

great fall stay!

We had a wonderful time in Lakeville. The house is close to great hiking trails with wonderful fall foliage! The house was well-equipped for cooking and was spacious. We enjoyed the lake views and hanging out by the fire in the evening! The cabin was pretty chilly in October, and the space heaters helped heat up the smaller rooms but didn't make the main room and kitchen particularly warm, so plan to build a fire in the fireplace in the kitchen and the woodstove if you're there in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Outstanding Lakeville rental!

We rented this great cottage for our daughter's wedding and could not have been happier. The owner responds to questions immediately, was very nice to deal with from start to finish, and provided all the necessary information to make the stay easy. Thank you so much for a great Lakeville rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Step back in time

Great old, classic lakeside lodge. Quiet yet close to local towns. Wonderful, large kitchen for cooks and guests that extends out to a large, open living and dining room. Lovely screened porch looking out over the peaceful lake. Perfect for families and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023