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Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike

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Interior
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Nestled in the woods above Uncas Lake, this cottage offers a tranquil retreat with canoeing, fishing, and swimming. Inside the spacious cottage are cedar-paneled walls and a cozy library with books and games. Enjoy beautiful lake views from almost every room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike

Tucked into the hillside above the serene waters of crystal-clear Uncas Lake, this comfortable cottage is surrounded by its own wooded grounds with private lake frontage. Guests can enjoy the canoe provided, fishing, swimming, wildlife and tranquility (no motor boats are allowed on the lake). You may spot otters, beavers and ospreys diving for fish in the calm waters, deer in the woods and wild turkey from the balcony or one of the two decks. Inside the spacious cottage are cedar-paneled walls, cathedral ceilings and a office/library with books and games. Enjoy beautiful lake views from almost every room and the large screened porch. The main floor has a full kitchen, study with full bath, master bedroom with queen bed and full bath, great room with fireplace, huge screened porch, and outside decks, all overlooking the lake. Upstairs is a balcony overlooking the great room, 2 bedrooms and a 1/2 bath,. Downstairs, game room, 2 dressing rooms, 1/2 bath, washer and dryer. Yard, Dock, Raft, Boats.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 not allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Beautiful Setting Best Kept Secret Swim Boat Fish Hike

About the area

Located in Old Lyme, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. New London Ferry Dock and Ocean Beach Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Saybrook Country Barn, or check out an event or a game at Waterford Speedbowl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Goose Island - 15 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 21 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Essex Steam Train - 23 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Essex Island Marina - 25 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art - 35 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 21 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Griswold Inn - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Drift - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sapore Pizzeria & Bar - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike located?

This family-friendly Old Lyme holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Beckett Hill State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dinosaur State Park and Devil’s Hopyard State Park. Haddam Meadows State Park and Goose Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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