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East Otis, MA, Waterfront Summer Cottage, Big Pond,

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Exterior
Property grounds
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

Explore the area

Map
East Otis,, MA
  • County Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Otis Reservoir
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jacob's Pillow
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

East Otis, MA, Waterfront Summer Cottage, Big Pond,

Rental is weekly: Sunday to Sunday.
This charming waterfront cottage is located on the pristine 333 acre lake known as Big Pond, one of the Berkshires most hidden treasures. Enjoy and relax on the deck as you watch the sunrise every morning or just to enjoy the beauty of the lake at your fingertips.
This cottage sleeps 6 comfortably with 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed, one with a queen bed and a loft with two single beds. The loft is accessible by a ladder. There is a large spacious living room with a wood stove to enjoy on a cool night if you are not having a fire on the beach in the fire pit. It also has a large spacious kitchen and dining area.
This cottage is rustic with imperfections and is completely furnished. Heat source is a wood stove and wood is provided.
If you are not relaxing on the deck you can sit on our privately owned beach area and relax by the waters edge. There are beach chairs to use, a dock to sit on and a raft to swim to.
This cottage sits in a little cove and is ideal for young children because the water is shallow near the dock and they can walk out about 50 feet before it starts getting deep.
The lake is clean and ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boating, windsurfing and so much more.

Property manager

Deborah Danoff-Hoppe

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children need to stay on our property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Must be friendly, non-barker, clean up after it
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed inside cottage
You receive the cottage clean and it is expected to leave it clean. If not clean you will lose your security deposit and be charged more if needed
We Do Not supply bed linens, blankets, or towels.
Company – no large gatherings. A couple people visiting for a couple hours is acceptable. Company is NOT allowed to spend the night or bring pets.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0229412250

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Otis

Located in Otis, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Baldy Wildlife Sanctuary and Becket Land Trust Historic Quarry, while Jacob's Pillow and Bidwell House Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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East Otis,, MA

What's nearby

  • County Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Otis Reservoir - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Otis Ridge - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Tolland State Forest - 14 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Jacob's Pillow - 16 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knox Trail Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Papa Bobs - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Papa’s Food and Fuel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Farmington River Country Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is East Otis, MA, Waterfront Summer Cottage, Big Pond, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at East Otis, MA, Waterfront Summer Cottage, Big Pond, ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East Otis, MA, Waterfront Summer Cottage, Big Pond, ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is East Otis, MA, Waterfront Summer Cottage, Big Pond, located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of County Beach, Otis Reservoir and Old Baldy Wildlife Sanctuary. Larkum Pond and Otis Ridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

On the Lake

Exactly as promised. Because of the unexpected cold temperatures we had the pleasure of lighting up the wood stove in the mornings and it worked great to take the chill out of the air.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Big Pond Waterfront Heaven

Our stay was wonderful. The cabin was just as described. The waterfront was phenomenal! Debbie and Christine could not have been lovlier. Our special needs niece Cannot stop telling everyone about "her" Lake house vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindy m.

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

Quiet location

My family enjoyed staying on Big Pond. We were able to go swimming every day and relaxed overlooking the water. The living room is very comfortable with many comfy places to sit. The kitchen is well equipped, but I would bring my own nonstick pan next time. There are plenty of places to sit and relax by the fire pit. We brought our own chairs but found we didn’t need them. There are convenient stores close by that made it easy for us to run out and get replacement groceries. Overall my family had a great time on this trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan P.

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

Great on the water cabin.

Rustic cabin with a great lake location. The outdoor and indoor space was comfortable for two seniors , young parents with a new born and preschool children. Used my two weeks to visit family enjoy nature. Many of the days were rainy. We found many things to do with in a 20 min drive.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni T.

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

Beautiful Big Ponf

The place was exactly what we were looking for. The owners were very attentive to what we needed and extremely friendly. We also met some very nice neighbors, Mike and Cathy. Our dog Tia, even made a new friend with their dog Finnigan. They bounced around together, all week long. We would love to go back but the owner's dogs were not as friendly to our dog, as we would have liked them to be. The owner did take them home for the majority of the week which eliminated the concern. When they were there I was continously worrying about the dogs interactions. Other then that, it was a beautiful week. Thank you Chris , Mike, Cathy, and Deb for the great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

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

Serenity on Danoff Lane

We were very pleased with our cozy cottage. It was very clean when we arrived and had all the kitchen supplies that we could ask for. The host, Debbie was very thorough with her directions and also needed items to bring. The location was beautiful, and we were so grateful for the lovely view from the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

joyce h.

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

awesome

great place to have a vacation :-) just bring food, bathing suits, towels!!! cabin has basically all your other needs for inside and outside. looking forward to planning to go back. Thank you for the great memories
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Robin H., Stratford, CT

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

Lakeside stay at Big Pond

This was a cozy camp nestled in a sweet shallow cove. Watched eagles fly and ospreys diving for fish. It's a basic no frills camp, but the location can't be beat! Owners are very responsive and helpful with local info. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

A Secluded and Beautiful Spot

Down a dirt road to a hidden nook of the Bershires. this house abuts a lovely lake and has a deck that overlooks the water. All you'll hear is birdsong and an occasional outboard (no cars!) The rustic home is clean and practically free of bugs. Owners are friendly and responsive. Relaxing on the deck was heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meighan M.

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

Great low key vacay spot

Great dock, great fire pit, great deck, great indoor fireplace! Loved having the kayaks snd canoe to paddle around the gorgeous lake. If you’re looking for architectural perfection and all the mod cons (beds are v basic, no alternate heat source, etc.) maybe look elsewhere but if you’re looking for a genuine old school, charmingly rustic cottage on beautiful lake look no further.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

joy n., brooklyn

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

Sweet Getaway

We had a lovely time in Otis! The hosts were kind and responsive. The cabin is cozy and comfortable, with a wood stove that we used a lot and enjoyed as the weather was chilly while we were there! The lake is beautiful. It was so nice to be in a rural place for the transition from summer to fall. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marsha C., Wilbraham, ma. USA

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

Summer on the lake

This cottage suited us just fine. Beautiful spot on the lake, great deck to relax on, nice fire pit by the lake. Inside is a little rustic but very comfortable. Owners Debbie and linda were great to work with, if you have any problem walking the terrain around the house is very uneven and there are a few steps to get in the cottage. We had a great time and would go back😄
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Great fishing, swimming and just a wonderful atmosphere!!

The wonderful memories we created at Danoff cabin will last a lifetime 💕

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L., Cuenca, Ecuador

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

A little piece of paradise

This is a rustic, summery cottage on the lakefront, with a wonderful deck and a dock with adirondack chairs. It was slightly chilly over Labor Day and we found the wood stove was a fantastic feature, especially with a great supply of wood from the owner. We greatly appreciated the use of kayaks and a canoe for forays into the lake in the late afternoons. The water temperature was pleasant and the swimming good. It was just what we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Newfane

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

Great cottage on the lake

The owners are great to work with. This is an awesome cottage on the lake.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenni O.

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

Relaxing week

My family and I had a wonderful time at the property. The location and lake are absolutely beautiful. The property accommodated my family of 5 well. The raft was a hit and watching the bald eagle was so interested. Our week here was just what we needed to relax and spend some quality time together!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sandra s.

fabulous will be back!!!

The house and location were just beyond perfect for our family vacation. homeowners were incredible and attentive to our needs. breathtaking views from the back deck to the inside of the house, this beautiful house is super comfortable and immaculate! walk right out your back door to the crystal clear lake, which also made for great swimming, and the use of the canoe was a great addition to our wonderful vacation!! we look forward to returning next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P., Westfield, MA

Clean with a fabulous right on the water location

Our stay was fabulous. Rented two cottages for our first annual family vacation. The owners are very pleasant and willing to meet your needs. Kitchens were well stocked with appliances and paraphernalia for easy meal prep. We will definitely be returning every summer.

About the host

Hosted by Deborah Danoff-Hoppe

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