Charming Lakefront Cottage; Boat, Swim, Fish, Hike, Bike, Golf, majestic Views
Cottage in Salisbury, CT
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this cottage rental
A charming lakefront cottage in the foothills of the beautiful Berkshire Mountains. Located on a peaceful lake with a private dock & shore-front with gorgeous lake & Mountain views. The cottage is only 75 feet from the lake and private dock. It comes with a canoe, sailboat, two kayaks, a small row boat, paddle board and is pet friendly. Relax in the newly renovated large screened-in porch- that is spacious enough to entertain in while watching the majestic wildlife (blue herons nest nearby and we often see bald eagles). Twin Lakes is known for its great fishing (a trophy lake) This lake (West Twin) has no public access, so it’s very quiet. The cottage can sleep 6 people comfortably. It has two bedrooms (1 queen and 2 twin beds), a queen pullout couch and a bathroom .There is a bright and airy open living room and dining area. Cuddle up on the comfy sofa cozy by the large fire place inside, or enjoy the fresh air toasting marshmallows in the fire- pit on a cool evening. Enjoy cooking your meals on a gas or charcoal grill, while savoring your meal in the sunshine on the large deck facing the lake. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker. We have a flat screen TV with WiFi, and central air conditioning. The bathroom was recently(3yrs ago) renovated and has all new fixtures and stack washer & dryer! We provide linens, life vests, fire wood, propane for grill and many other amenities all you have bring is food! *As of June 2017. We have a new microwave, toaster oven, and coffee maker. The newly refinished wood floor is beautiful in living and dining area. There are new indoor/outdoor rugs in the kitchen and porch that gives them a fresh and look and easy cleaning. We have refurnished furniture, pursed new cushions for chairs, new lamps. Every week we have our cottage professionally cleaned. We have a notebook with many suggestions and information on the area. Our “little home” is a perfect place to unwind, enjoy nature, have a great time on the lake, or enjoy the many things to do in this unique area. As you can see we try to make our home as comfortable and enjoyable as possible and are always looking for ways to make your stay the best!!
Many fantastic restaurants,a quaint grocery store and unique shops, beautiful golf courses, tennis, as well as bike trails, hiking on Appalachian Mtn trial & skiing are all few mins away. There is beautiful town park on Lakeville Lake with a sandy beach, new play ground and large shady picnic is a great place for the whole family and it's right in town only a few miles away.
Theaters, Music, Movies, Shopping, Restaurants: Broadway stars join many productions in the local theaters of Triarts in Sharon, CT and The Berkshire Theater Festival in Stockbridge. Enjoy the many talented musicians at Tanglewood, Music Mountain, and Berkshire Choral. There are several movie theaters, some include dinner. Your taste buds will be pleased with the variety great restaurants in the area. Visit the many intriguing antique and gift shops as well as Lee Outlets stores 40 minutes away.
Golf, Tennis, Biking Hiking, Swimming & Nature: Play golf on one of eight scenic golf courses only 10 –20 minutes away. Several paddle and tennis courts are available. Go biking on the various bike trails that includes three states, and scenic roads. The Town beach has a playground, and swimming, canoeing and sailing lessons for children. The Sharon Audubon offers nature walks, bird watching and educational programs for kids. Hike on the Appalachian Mtn trail and see panoramic views of three states and two mountian ranges. Catamount ski area is close by and in the summer has a great ropes course for all ages.
Downhill skiing is only 20-25 mins away at Catmount and Butternut Ski Areas in nearby Gt Barrrington, Mass. and Mohawk Mt in Cornwall. From beginner skiers to experts, everyone can enjoy these easy to get to areas that are cheaper and less crouded than going further north.
History, Art Galleries, Museums: Being one of the oldest towns in Connecticut, many historical landmarks and guided talks about Salisbury’s importance in the Revolutionary War. Norman Rockwell Museum, Shaker Museum and Clark Institute are not far away in Mass. Jacob’s Pillow in Stockbridge has various dance companies perform. There are three art galleries in Lakeville as well as others in the area.
Many fantastic restaurants,a quaint grocery store and unique shops, beautiful golf courses, tennis, as well as bike trails, hiking on Appalachian Mtn trial & skiing are all few mins away. There is beautiful town park on Lakeville Lake with a sandy beach, new play ground and large shady picnic is a great place for the whole family and it's right in town only a few miles away.
Theaters, Music, Movies, Shopping, Restaurants: Broadway stars join many productions in the local theaters of Triarts in Sharon, CT and The Berkshire Theater Festival in Stockbridge. Enjoy the many talented musicians at Tanglewood, Music Mountain, and Berkshire Choral. There are several movie theaters, some include dinner. Your taste buds will be pleased with the variety great restaurants in the area. Visit the many intriguing antique and gift shops as well as Lee Outlets stores 40 minutes away.
Golf, Tennis, Biking Hiking, Swimming & Nature: Play golf on one of eight scenic golf courses only 10 –20 minutes away. Several paddle and tennis courts are available. Go biking on the various bike trails that includes three states, and scenic roads. The Town beach has a playground, and swimming, canoeing and sailing lessons for children. The Sharon Audubon offers nature walks, bird watching and educational programs for kids. Hike on the Appalachian Mtn trail and see panoramic views of three states and two mountian ranges. Catamount ski area is close by and in the summer has a great ropes course for all ages.
Downhill skiing is only 20-25 mins away at Catmount and Butternut Ski Areas in nearby Gt Barrrington, Mass. and Mohawk Mt in Cornwall. From beginner skiers to experts, everyone can enjoy these easy to get to areas that are cheaper and less crouded than going further north.
History, Art Galleries, Museums: Being one of the oldest towns in Connecticut, many historical landmarks and guided talks about Salisbury’s importance in the Revolutionary War. Norman Rockwell Museum, Shaker Museum and Clark Institute are not far away in Mass. Jacob’s Pillow in Stockbridge has various dance companies perform. There are three art galleries in Lakeville as well as others in the area.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Salisbury, CT
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
This property was so beautiful & the owners were extremely accommodating. We brought our grandson to Berkshire school. There was everything you needed , Mini golf , fishing restaurants all within a 15-20 minute drive.
5.0 / 5.0
We feel so blessed to have been able to stay at this property. The cottage was simply perfection. It was cozy, clean, had every amenity you could want by way of comfort, cookware, laundry, games and books, and the view was spectacular.
We enjoyed the dock, kayaks and paddleboard daily. Rindy and Jon, thank you for your beautiful space and for allowing our dog to join us. We cannot
thank you enough for sharing your cottage.
5.0 / 5.0
The cottage is cozy which is just what we wanted. An adult son did stay for a few days. The property around the cottage was wonderful, expansive. Plenty of sun and shade. The dock was a great place to sit and watch the sun come up or just to relax. I only used the kayak but all the boats seemed in great shape. It is challenging to get into the kayak as there is not a walk in water area like a beach but certainly from the dock. The screen porch kept bugs out and adds to the living space. PLENTY of wood and kindling, a very nice bonus and we had several fires. Our only disappointment was the fishing. Not much luck except for pumkinseeds from dock. Salisbury is a beautiful area and the cottage and property reflect that. We had a great time and would return!
5.0 / 5.0
It was very relaxing and a wonderful place to have a vacation!
5.0 / 5.0
The cottage was very comfortable and conveniently close to the small downtown area in Salisbury. We spent a lot of time enjoying the view from the screened porch and also boating on the beautiful lake. It was a great place to explore and relax.
5.0 / 5.0
The description of the property says charming and it fits it to a tee! The property was so quiet and park-like. Just spectacular surroundings!The screened porch was wonderful and we had so much fun relaxing in the beautiful lake! We couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you so much for having us,Rindy and Jon, I hope we have the chance to come again!
Gretchen and Joe
5.0 / 5.0
Very relaxing five-night stay with our granddaughter. Be aware that you need to either bring sheets or launder the sheets provided, and the washer/dryer takes a long time. The canoe and kayaks were great for long morning paddles. Loved the area.
4.0 / 5.0
The property was as described and we enjoyed our stay. It is a great location for people that want to enjoy nature and explore. It was very quiet and I enjoyed the view of the lake from the backyard. The screened porch was also a nice feature. I would recommend bringing your own linens though as trying to wash everything before you leave was very loud and time consuming.
4.0 / 5.0
Twin Lakes is a very peaceful scenic area to stay. The cottage is welcoming, however, it would have been nice if the outside amenities, including the chairs and boat toys were cleaned and refreshed for new renters. A simple detail such as replacing the old life vests would leave a better impression. The sailboat looks fun online but wasn't easily accessible to get in the water, besides looking quite dirty, so we didn't use it. We enjoyed rowing around in the canoe and rowboat, fishing and enjoying the lakeside views. It's fun to check out the channel which is off to the right of the cottage...about a 5 minute row. We rented a boat at O'Hara's Marina one day which was also fun.
It's better not to wait checkout day to wash linens as the washer/dryer has seen better days. In the end this cottage is really cute and cozy, just needs a little TLC.
5.0 / 5.0
Very relaxing place to stay if you are participating in a track event at Limerock Park. Know ahead of time you. are expected to provide your own sheets and towels unless you have time to wash and dry the hosts' sheets and towels. This should be mentioned in the description as this is the first time a host has requested this on any rental I have used on VRBO.
5.0 / 5.0
Cozy and relaxing. The screened in porch was wonderful. Great view of lake, no bugs and very comfortable with cushioned chairs and couch. Table where we had snacks and wine. Would love to go back!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to get away if you enjoy nature and a quiet pace of life- Mountainside Cafe for breakfast!!! Amazing food! Overall a nice stay…
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful time! Cozy house with a wonderful screened porch. It was so nice to be able to bring our dogs with us. Fishing, relaxing, and walks with our dogs. It was perfect. We can’t wait to come back again sometime!! Loved every minute of our stay. Peaceful and private.. perfect ♥️ thank you Rindy and Jon for your hospitality!
5.0 / 5.0
We were looking for a quiet, relaxing, comfortable place to stay for a weekend. This house was perfect - and gorgeous right on the lake.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location and views. Kitchen is well equipped and all the comforts of home. Great food market 10 minutes away, this is second time there and definitely be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Stayed in Salisbury, CT over the week of Thanksgiving for a massive recharge. It was wonderful.
5.0 / 5.0
This was our first visit to the Berkshires and we couldn't have asked for a better spot to see the fall foliage! Rindy and Jon offer a lakefront spot with private pier, canoe, rowboat and kayaks. My husband enjoyed fishing while I read on the screened in porch with a clear view of the lake. Our dog enjoyed playing in the yard and we enjoyed using the fire pit stocked with ample firewood. The house is cozy and comfortable with a big kitchen and open floor plan into the living area. It was a relaxing stay and our hosts were really accommodating in answering questions and providing fishing tools. I would recommend bringing your own sheets and towels instead of trying to wash/dry them before checking out. Highly recommend for anyone wishing to unplug and explore the nearby area!
5.0 / 5.0
Every year we try to come back to this lovely cottage on the lake. It’s always clean relaxing and comfortable.
5.0 / 5.0
Jon and Rindybare wonderful hosts! We had a very relaxing time.
5.0 / 5.0
Enjoyable time in lovely lakefront cottage. Great location to hikes, biking, and shopping. Host was easy to reach and accomodating!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful relaxing week
5.0 / 5.0
Place was great. We loved the view and the dock. Close enough to destinations for day trips with our family, but quiet and private to relax after dinner on the deck or dock. Had a great time! Thanks for having us!
5.0 / 5.0
Property was comfortable (especially the power recliner!) and as expected, no problems. The lake a bit weedy and fishing not as good as hoped (~8/19).
5.0 / 5.0
Well appointed confortable cottage in a quiet, serene private lake. For rest and relaxation this is an ideal spot!
5.0 / 5.0
We just loved this cottage and the lake. It was just perfect. The fishing was fantastic. We will definitely be back. The front porch is so wonderful to sit have a cup of coffee and enjoy the view of the lake. Peaceful getaway for sure!
4.0 / 5.0
The house was charming and clean. The porch was excellent. The area is beautiful. The reason I booked the house was because it had a row. Boat. I planned to use it to explore the lake and fish. However there was a rowboat but there were no oars to lock in an row. I used canoe paddles but couldn’t get very far The lake had heavy vegetation in our area so it was very difficult to fish and I couldn’t go anywhere else because of the oar situation. Nice house but the overall situation didnt work for me
5.0 / 5.0
Lake front and very quiet. Well equipped. Highly recommend. Would suggest bringing own linens and towels. As noted in other reviews it takes a while to wash/dry.
4.0 / 5.0
Overall our stay was very nice and would return again.
5.0 / 5.0
This lovely cottage had a beautiful water view. Our favorite hangout was the screened-in front porch, where we watched a heron perch on the dock for over an hour. Easy access with a ramp that enabled our elderly dog to easily navigate his way in/out of the house. Lots of magazines, books, and puzzles for rainy days. Rained 90% of our stay, but listening to the patter while reading and playing games on the screened-in porch was so relaxing. During sunnier weather, the canoe, kayaks and paddle board and the dock and firepit with Adirondack chairs would have been our go-to places. The owners have thought of everything -- firewood for the pit/fireplace, fully stocked kitchen with all appliances, baking/cookware, utensils, and even some spices. Beautiful lawn, both in front and back. Bring lawn games to enjoy. Cottage has been tastefully remodeled and was the perfect size for our family of four. Thank you so much, Rindy and John. We hope to be back for a longer stay in the future!
Warmly,
Linde, Ken, Aurora, Haven and Saxon
Tips: 1) As mentioned in other write-ups, consider bringing your own bed linens and towels, so that you don't need to get up super early to wash/dry them prior to your 10 am checkout. (Washer/drier is a combo system. You can do washing or drying, but not both simultaneously. Without bringing our own linens and towels, we would not have completed the laundry on time.)
2) Bring lawn games -- gorgeous, green lawn perfect for croquet, badminton, lawn tosses, etc.
2.5 / 5.0
We have rented this property in the past and every time we stay here is a better experience. We hope to come back again next year.
5.0 / 5.0
What a fabulous space, property and lake. Very peaceful, perfect comfortable space for us. Responsive helpful host. We really enjoyed. The surroundings, view and porch were super peaceful and relaxing. Loved! Thanks, Lisa & Norbert
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely lake cottage! Perfect place for peace and quiet with my dog. We had a great week!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a lovely 3 night stay at the house. The house has everything you need and was very cozy. You can’t beat the view out the kitchen and screened in porch!
The lake was beautiful and serene. The canoe was heavy but easy enough to take down from the dock and navigate on the water. It was very clean as well and we had fun exploring the different houses on the lake.
We ventured over to Canaan (about a 10 min drive) and had a delicious lunch and played mini golf at Caddie Shack.
The second day we took a longer drive to Great Barrington MA and had a great lunch at The Brewery and did some shopping in town.
We had Deano’s delivery from Lakeville and was delicious. We also enjoyed dinner at Picante’s in Lakeville.
The property is large and very well maintained which made it a nice and safe place to walk our dog around.
We enjoyed making s’mores by the fire pit and did some afternoon fishing. Got a couple of bites!
We opted to bring our own linens after reading some previous reviews and happy we did as there would not have been enough time to wash them all had we used the house ones. The washer/dryer is small and you can’t run both functions at the same time so it does take a while.
Overall it was a great place to stay and we can’t wait to come back!
5.0 / 5.0
My wife and I loved the house and location. I wish I owned it myself!
5.0 / 5.0
If you’re looking for a quiet lakeside retreat with beautiful views and plenty of lake activities, then this is the place for you. The cabin is well appointed with a screened back porch to enjoy the view even if the weather is bad, as it was in our case. The only drawback is that the mattress is a bit saggy and needs to be replaced, but we adjusted to that as we could. We loved our stay and would stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
Comfortable, laid back place
5.0 / 5.0
The property is quite charming and the lake is fantastic. We appreciated access to the kayaks and paddleboard for some lake activities. The screened in porch was perfect for morning coffee and evening wine. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you could need for home cooked meals and snacks.
5.0 / 5.0
We had an absolutely lovely time at Rindy's place. We spent nearly every evening sitting on the dock and loved having the screened in porch for reading and relaxing in the shade during the day. The area was so private and quiet - it was just what we were looking for. We loved being able to have our dog with us and made the most of being on the water and having a paddleboard and the ability to just go for a swim. We both work remotely and the wifi was fast enough for us to take video calls and do our work. Rindy and family were super respectful of our privacy and we appreciate it. We highly recommend this VRBO!
5.0 / 5.0
Great Getaway
I was looking for a place to stay near home so my older kids could come and go as they pleased. This was the perfect place! The house was exactly as described and is on a beautiful, quiet lake. Would plan on staying here again.
5.0 / 5.0
relaxing getaway
It's a cozy cottage situated with the ideal lake view in the backyard. Lake is clean and cottage is cozy. Relaxing screened porch with the sounds of water, wind in the trees and birds.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Salisbury?
The average price for a rental in Salisbury is $595 per night. This rental is $312 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Lakefront Cottage; Boat, Swim, Fish, Hike, Bike, Golf, majestic Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Charming Lakefront Cottage; Boat, Swim, Fish, Hike, Bike, Golf, majestic Views. Enjoy the water!
Is Charming Lakefront Cottage; Boat, Swim, Fish, Hike, Bike, Golf, majestic Views pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Charming Lakefront Cottage; Boat, Swim, Fish, Hike, Bike, Golf, majestic Views?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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