Lake Willoughby is a special place. The view is breathtaking and the fun never stops! From swimming in the lake, kayaking, walking along the beach, sitting by the fire at night, or head over to the bunkhouse for family movie night, you will have endless activities to keep you busy! The wrap around porch gives you breathtaking views of the lake and is a perfect place to have your morning coffee. The private beach is zero entry and is shallow enough to walk out approximately 100 ft. * We do not rent on Criags list* There are no events/ parties/ hosting allowed on the property. No guests other than who is on the reservation are allowed.
Property manager
Marlana Hodgins
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace
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Please take off shoes before entering the house when possible. There will be a bucket to rinse feet from the sand.
If you need to turn the heat/ gas fireplace on, please turn it off when you leave the house and before checkout.
Please do not hang wet towels on the porch.
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
Note from host: Please no large gatherings
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Orleans
Located in Orleans, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Willoughby and Sentinel Rock State Park, while Fairbanks Museum of Natural Science and Bread & Puppet Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
Westmore, VT
What's nearby
Lake Willoughby - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
North Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Mount Pisgah - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
Crystal Lake State Park - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
Crystal Lake - 20 min drive - 17.7 km
Getting around
Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
The Gap Pub and Grill - 7 min walk
Lake House Saloon - 14 min drive
Robin's Roost - 7 min walk
Willoughvale Inn & Restaurant - 1 min walk
Ming's House - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Breathtaking views from The Lions Den pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Breathtaking views from The Lions Den?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Breathtaking views from The Lions Den?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Breathtaking views from The Lions Den located?
This family-friendly Orleans holiday home is located on the beach, just steps away from Lake Willoughby and North Beach. Sentinel Rock State Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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House is as advertised and we had an awesome time on the kayaks and paddle boards on the lake. They were super easy for kids to maneuver and the lake is easy to navigate. The view is gorgeous from the porch - an amazing place to see sunrise and sunset. We made smores by the fire pit and there were plenty of comfortable beds to sleep many. There’s only one pub nearby so we cooked most nights, kitchen is dated but works and you hand wash your dishes. A wonderful way to spend a long weekend!
This was our second time staying at the Lion's Den. We love everything about it. The setting is unbeatable and the house is very comfortable and relaxing. Can't wait to go back.
Our family enjoyed our third year here
The camp is well equipped-beds are comfortable
The wrap around porch is spacious and has a gas fire pit to enjoy -and the views are amazing!
We stayed at the Lion’s Den for two nights in early June. The pictures do not do it justice. It was lovely. The beach area is soooo nice for littles. We had family photos taken on the North Beach right by the cabin by a local photographer (Kelsey Gilman) and the views were great. Our favorite VRBO.
A late September break at this lake house was just what we needed. The place is comfortable, clean, and well-outfitted for eating, sleeping, and water activities. It's not just by Lake Willoughby, it's literally on the lake - sitting on the full-length porch and looking through the space between the floorboards what you see below is water. The owner responded very quickly to questions. Highly recommended.
Our family had a great time at the Lion's Den. It was a good fit for all ages, from 6 to 78. The location is excellent- close to a big beach and yet peaceful. The area has a treasure trove of outdoor activities to enjoy. The view on the lake is spectacular.
I truly loved everything about this home. Its was very inviting and welcoming. Excellent location, amazing view of the lake and mountains. Perfect place to brings the kids. Can't wait to come back.
We had the most amazing week with family. Marlana was so responsive and we appreciate all the amenities this property had to offer. We can’t wait to come back!
We had a wonderful week! The house is stunning and even more beautiful than the pictures convey. All communications with the host, Marlana, were answered quickly and she was very helpful and accommodating. The house was very clean and so well equipped, and there were so many thoughtful touches. Our teenagers loved all the water ‘toys’ and even though the weather wasn’t hot (and the water cold!), we spent lots of time enjoying swimming in the lake, kayaking, paddle boarding, and hiking the surrounding mountains. An exceptional place. Wholeheartedly recommend.
Lions den is a dream lake rental. Highly recommend! We loved having breakfast on the deck, which overlooks the incredible views of the lake! My kids jumped off the private dock, swam at the private beach all day, kayaked around as I paddle boarded and we literally didn’t think of leaving this perfect oasis. Can’t wait to return as we travel a lot and this is by far top of our list ;)