Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!

10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Ashford, CT

University of Connecticut21 min drive
Stafford Motor Speedway30 min drive
Old Sturbridge Village34 min drive
Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Are you looking for a relaxing waterfront get away? This may be your place! This newly renovated cottage is located on a pristine 54 acre lake that just begs to be explored! Please enjoy our kayaks and canoe to embark on your own journey. There are no gas powered motors allowed on this lake which makes it a relaxing place for swimming, floating and boating! I hear the fishing is good too. The cottage is situated on a spacious double lot that provides plenty of room for activities and some added privacy. Inside you will find a lovingly renovated 2 bedroom cottage with approx 1200 square feet of living space. The layout is open and bright with fantastic views of the lake and some magnificent sunrises! The kitchen is fully stocked and should satisfy most of your needs. There are multiple sitting areas for chatting, relaxing, napping and a dining table for 6. The main bedroom is quite large and consists of a queen size bed and full size futon. The second bedroom has twin bunks. There is another futon in the front living room perfectly suited for those that don't want to miss the sunrise, which is often spectacular!

Property manager

Noelle Merle

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ashford

Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chaplin Museum and William Benton Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taylor Brooke Winery and Sharpe Hill Vineyard. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion or Stafford Motor Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ashford, CT

What's nearby

Tinkerville Brook Reserve - 17 min drive
Bigelow Hollow State Park - 20 min drive
University of Connecticut - 21 min drive
Stafford Motor Speedway - 30 min drive
Old Sturbridge Village - 34 min drive

Getting around

Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

‪Buck's Soft Serve - ‬16 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
‪Ashford Dairy Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Sneakers Sports Bar - ‬12 min drive
‪Midway Restaurant & Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical Waterfront Cottage! Pet friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tinkerville Brook Reserve, Nathaniel Lyon Memorial Park and Chaplin Museum. Bigelow Hollow State Park and Nickerson Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

30 May 2024

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

Relax and recharge

This is the perfect spot to get away for quiet and relaxing weekend with the whole family (pups included)! We spent our days relaxing by the water, fishing and kayaking. The house had everything we needed and the beds were super comfortable. Noelle was a great host and was quick to respond to any questions we had. Thank you Noelle! Can't wait to come back again soon!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

MONTANA L.

21 May 2024

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

Great

Overall the stay was great. We were very comfortable and the primary bedroom was very comfortable. My mother was sleeping in the bunk bed room- so she wasn’t as happy- but great if you have children. Also wonderful when the weather is nice! Great outdoor activities.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

22 Apr 2024

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

Wedding retreat

Great place to stay for our daughters wedding weekend! Quiet, peaceful, relaxing and close to the wedding venue. Had a great time! Thanks so much.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

3 Jan 2024

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

Christmas Getaway

Noelle was a great host. She set up a Christmas tree for us and made it homey. The view was so beautiful from the living room.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C., Fontana

17 Oct 2023

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

Cute lake house

This house was cute and comfortable for an October weekend with our family.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S.

11 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful, Peaceful, just what we needed

We came as a bridal party for a girls night right before the wedding. It was absolutely perfect! The right size for us with stunning views! The bride loved it and so did the whole group! Noelle was so responsive and made our stay wonderful! We didn’t feel the need to go anywhere and with a full kitchen we were able to make the food we needed to have a girls night in. Definitely recommending this to anyone who needs a peaceful getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

26 Aug 2023

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

Cool vintage decor, great location

Beautiful spot! Great base for lots of family activities, like CT Science Center in Hartford (60 min drive) and Sturbridge Village (30 min drive).

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

8 Aug 2023

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

Relaxing weeklong getaway!

This cottage was a wonderful place for a family vacation! We received a mini welcome gift with some popcorn (which was very delicious!). The lake was very private and quiet, which was very nice to take a relaxing swim or kayak ride. The place is pet friendly, which is a plus. One of our favorite parts of this place was getting to feed the turtles in the afternoon all week! There is ample space for both outdoor and indoor seating to read, play games, or just sit and talk. As for off of the property, we were able to go to the drive-in, local restaurants, and there was an apple crisp stand down the road that was awesome!! Overall it’s a very charming place owned by a very nice host and would love to come back in the future :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

30 July 2023

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

5-star host!!!

5-star host. 4-star property, but many improvements are in process. The best host ever! Very responsive and supportive. Great location. Super quiet. Great fishing! We will be back here again! Thanks Noelle!!!

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra T.

8 July 2023

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

Relaxing Vacation!

We truly enjoyed our stay at Mimi's place! The cottage was exactly as listed. We loved the open layout plan in the cottage as well as the lovely decor. We especially loved the amazing view from the cottage! It was so serene, beautiful, quiet, peaceful and just what we were looking for! The owner of the cottage, Noelle was so nice, responsive and communicative. The manual left in the cottage was informative and helpful as well! The neighbors nearby were so friendly and welcoming, even the deers we spotted on our walks around the lake! We truly appreciated all the amenities that Noelle has thoughtfully left for us in the cottage to use along with the fully stocked kitchen! She had even thought of our dog by providing a dog bed, dog towels, dog blankets and even a dog run for the yard! We felt absolutely comfortable in and out of the cottage and could've easily stayed for longer! We did not plan to go out anywhere other than that area, so we can't recommend any restaurants or things to do nearby. However, we can honestly say that you wouldn't need anything else but the cottage, garden, and the lake! We cooked our meals in the cottage everyday, kayaked on the lake, read a book on the hammock, sat by the dock or the firepit and enjoyed our cocktails and even enjoyed listening to a record on the record player that they provided for us in the cottage! We have to say this was one of the best property we had stayed in so far! It's certainly a piece of heaven on earth! Book this now!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

2 July 2023

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

Hidden Gem!

My wife and I stayed here before and we were so happy to see this house available to rent again! This place is high on our list and compare it to every other lake house we have been at. There have been many improvements including some renovations inside, the deck, and the walkout dock on the water! We were there to unwind from work, and this place was so quiet during the week. I went on the kayak everyday to fish, you couldn't ask for a cleaner lake. It is incredibly clear, not many weeds, and plenty of fish (sunfish, catfish, perch, and best of all - bass). I have caught chain pickerel here before just not this time around. The lake itself is clean, and really enjoyed how big it was yet no motors allowed. The quick access to the lake, swimming, fishing, the house, and the size of the yard makes this place a dream! The owner's ability to make this much more dog friendly made this trip easier for our senior dog. We really appreciated the thoughtfulness and communication the owner had with us. We will be dreaming of this place until we are there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

24 June 2023

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

We were the first guests, and we loved it!

We just got back from our vacation at Ashford Lake and we had a tremendous time. After a year and a half of constant work we very badly needed one thing, and that was a lakehouse. We've stayed at Ashford Lake before and it's a reallllly relaxing place. We were very happy to have found this gem and stay at our favorite lake again. All I needed, and I felt this deep inside me, was a firepit in front of a lake with drinks and conversation. I got that, here. Every night it wasn't raining, we sat out by that fire for hours and hours. It was so healing. That and the kayaking and feeding the turtle regulars (we named them Ferdinand and Mabel) that dropped in constantly. We really appreciated being able to bring our pets, because we miss them when we leave them... and not having to miss them made everything more special. Noelle was fantastic and responded to every question very quickly. She seems like a great person. Thanks Noelle!!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Noelle Merle

Hello! My name is Noelle and I live in Sturbridge Ma with my husband Sam, our son Crosby and my father Michel (aka Pepe.) We fell in love with Ashford Ct over the past few years camping at Brialee, a local family campground. I have been dreaming of a lake house for years and when I saw this one, well... it spoke to me. The stars aligned and here we are! We named this magical place after my fathers late wife Mimi, who was truly magical and as loving as they come. She would have whole heartedly supported me in this endeavor!
I feel her all around, and especially at sunrise.
I am a local Realtor and Broker/Owner of Hometown National Realty.
Sam is a singer, songwriter and the recording artist, Sam James.
Crosby is 6 and fantastic. Professional kayaker and Minecraft maniac.
Pepe, (Michel) is a retired college professor and full time Artist, Poet and writer. He is fantastic, kind and eccentric! We love him.

Why they chose this property

There is something really special about this property. It just brings me this overwhelming feeling of peace and happiness. The lake is generally very still and calm. The night sky is spectacular without the obstruction of city lights.

What makes this property unique

The local turtles may stop by for a visit and a snack... if you're sharing. The neighbor cat may stop by for a pat. Relax under the willow tree, have a cocktail on the deck. Enjoy coffee with the sunrise. It's all good here!