Waterfront Retreat on Bantam Lake with Private Beach - Winter Ski Getaway
4.8
Outstanding(41 Reviews)House in Bantam Lake, CT
7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental
Enjoy a relaxing getaway at the lake. Sip your morning coffee on the deck overlooking the lake; swim from your private beach; kayak with the 4 available; BBQ on the grill provided, relax around the fire pit on the beach roasting marshmallows.
The surrounding area offers great restaurants, family friendly activities such as museums, hiking, nature preserve, apple picking, all in close proximity. During winter months, its only 20 minutes to enjoy downhill skiing at Mohawk Mountain or Ski Sundown. For the adults, tour one of the local vineyards or the Litchfield Distillery, all just minutes away.
The house is a great place to enjoy the beautiful Fall foliage, watch the ice boaters and ice fisherman in the winter. It is beautiful all year round.
The house has everything you could need, sheets, towels, washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen with all necessary cooking utensils.
The house can be enjoyed by couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families with kids . Please check first before bringing a boat. Occupancy not to exceed 7.
Discovery + filmed an episode at the house for the reality show 'UFO Witness",
shown on the Travel Channel.
Note: If you plan to bring a boat, check with host first. Renters swim at their own risk.
The surrounding area offers great restaurants, family friendly activities such as museums, hiking, nature preserve, apple picking, all in close proximity. During winter months, its only 20 minutes to enjoy downhill skiing at Mohawk Mountain or Ski Sundown. For the adults, tour one of the local vineyards or the Litchfield Distillery, all just minutes away.
The house is a great place to enjoy the beautiful Fall foliage, watch the ice boaters and ice fisherman in the winter. It is beautiful all year round.
The house has everything you could need, sheets, towels, washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen with all necessary cooking utensils.
The house can be enjoyed by couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families with kids . Please check first before bringing a boat. Occupancy not to exceed 7.
Discovery + filmed an episode at the house for the reality show 'UFO Witness",
shown on the Travel Channel.
Note: If you plan to bring a boat, check with host first. Renters swim at their own risk.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Bantam Lake, CT
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(41 Reviews)5.0
Absolutely loved it. There was not one thing that we needed for our stay. The owner was readily available for
questions. The whole process was extremely simple. When
we told our grandson that we had to leave, he started crying. We hope to return again.
5.0
All the years of boating location is key.
Perfect spot in a cove with a beautiful home.
The host responded to any of our requests promptly. Already looking forward to next year.
5.0
Priscilla has crafted such a nice place to stay and has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. This was our second time staying and we will be back!
5.0
My family and I had such a great time at your beautiful lake house. The children loved the kayaks, fishing and swimming in the lake (we all did). The house is impeccably clean, well stocked and very comfortable. We couldn't have asked for more. We definitely want to come back again.
5.0
Another great time at this house. We dodged a few storms and made the best of the Lakes high water table due to the storms that produced a lot of rainfall. Some noticeable changes inside/outside that looked great. For a hot week with a miserably high dew point the house was very cool and comfortable. Already looking forward to next year :)
5.0
This was the second time I rented this property for the purpose of having my children know who their relatives are.
It was a short stay for us this time, however, many family members were able to attend and to enjoy good food and the view from the lovely wrap around deck!
5.0
We had an amazing stay. The house is very clean and well stocked. The host is very attentive and friendly. Great family vacation!
5.0
We came for a quick visit for a Celebration of life. Our children loved the lake. Saw Geese and Goslings, Ducks and Ducklings, a fox and 2 bears (bears at a property down the road). Had s’mores by the fire. Really enjoyed the property. Such a wonderful time. Next time we will come back in warmer weather when we can swim.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home on Bantam Lake. The house was clean, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and the kitchen was fully stocked with nice appliances and cookware. The view of the lake was amazing, whether sitting on the deck or inside. Having access to a number of kayaks was a huge plus. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Everything was as listed and the house had all we needed to enjoy our stay comfortably. The kayaks were a big hit and our first fishing experience was so much fun. Easy access to ice cream and restaurants. The owner was very responsive and friendly. Looking forward to booking again next year!
5.0
A beautiful house on a quiet little bay with an exquisite wrap around deck facing the water. Homeowners went ‘Above and Beyond’ in facilitating any need or question we had. Already looking forward to next year’s star.😀👍
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 days filled with swimming and kayaking, eating meals and reading on the covered porch, and playing games. The sandy bottom at the end of the dock where the water was just waist-high was perfect for those in our group still learning to swim. The cove was quiet and is a "no wake" area for boaters. The lily pads near the shore didn't bother us. Priscilla was very responsive and helpful. Our only complaint was the inability to control the thermostat on the air conditioners or open windows, but Priscilla came by and made an adjustment for us. A highlight for us was a one-hour boat charter with CT Watersports. We cooked all our meals and found the kitchen and outdoor grill to be excellent for that. All-in-all a great place for our group.
5.0
Perfect vacation spot the lake is absolutely beautiful the house is a wonderful mix of new and vintage. Communication with Priscilla always went smoothly she was quick to answer any questions. Would highly recommend planning a vacation here.
2.5
This is our 3rd year vacationing on this lake and second year renting this lovely beach house. The place is beautiful , well stocked, extremely clean and accommodates our family and friends perfectly. The host is easily accessible and we are already looking forward to coming back next summer!
5.0
Great time!
The perfect rental on the lake. The property had everything we needed and was beautiful. The only downfall was the Lilly pads. The younger kids were unable to swim close to the shore due to the amount of Lilly pads. Other than that would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Lake house
Our stay was fantastic for our family. The house was so clean and superbly outfitted.
5.0
Peaceful location with amazing views
We had a great stay at the lake house. The view is beautiful from the deck. Very peaceful place. House was well equipped for our needs. Highly recommend, thank you!
5.0
Easter Week
The house was great. The small beach was a hit with the kids, and there was a nice porch to sit on and get some outdoor time. The kitchen and living room is fantastic with lots of natural light and views of the lake. We would definitely stay here again.
4.0
Long Boring Evenings
We stayed here two years ago, so were familiar with the property. Our problem was the TV. We couldn't get it to work. Was told by the owner it was a new "Smart" TV which she also could not get to work. So the week was spent with one kiddie show we did manage to get.
5.0
Great location
I chose this spot over many similar because of the boats. Not one or two or three but five! - four kayaks and a SUP. We did have to provide our own life jackets but that wasn’t a problem as the owner warned us ahead of time.
The best feature of the location is that it’s on a quiet no-wake cove, rather than the main expanse of the lake. This meant that my teens were often within view and not too far from shore while goofing around..
The fire pit, air conditioning units, and sparking bathrooms were all appreciated.
5.0
Life is Good at the Cottage
All who visited during our week at the cottage were united in one thing...this cottage has everything we need and want.
The crown jewel on the cottage is the wrap around deck. We almost lived out there because even if it rained and it did a little, we could still be outside watching.
The owners have done an amazing job with the care and upkeep of the cottage.
I appreciate all the little things the owners did like supplying the linens (not all rentals do) and even beach towels.
The kitchen had some little things that one might forget like salt and pepper and other condiments, however, the best part is that the kitchen has the highest quality appliances. The cabinets are plentiful with lots of dishes, bowls and pots (especially for cooking corn in) and pans - all that one would need for a very pleasant stay.
I especially like sitting on the deck with my morning coffee when the sun comes up!
After all of us went home, my daughter texted me a message, "Mom, we made a lot of memories there!"
A special thanks to the owners who provided us with this very special place.
5.0
Vacation getaway
My wife and i have been vacationing on lakes with our boat(s) for over 25 years. Our kids and their friends grew up swimming, boarding, knee boarding. skiing, tubing and just hanging out having fun. Life's too short to not have fun. This house met every need and Priscilla was awesome. What a great lake and equally what a great home.
(Don't pay attention to the reviews about the road noise. Yes it is quite busy but it didn't bother us in the least. You want quiet head to the forest :)
5.0
Awesome Stay!
Priscilla was an amazing host. She was very quick to respond to any question we had. The home was clean and perfect for a quiet getaway. The kids had a blast fishing, they caught so many fish off the dock. Everyone enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board and just relaxing on the deck. I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking to get away.
5.0
Beautiful home and ammenities
We loved our stay at this home! The weather was awful but we had a great time despite the rain. Swimming, kayaking ( in between the rain) and relaxing. Beautiful views from the deck. Plenty of room for all of us. Great little beach area for our2 young grandkids. Highly recommend this lovely home.
5.0
Family lake getaway
property was as described or better. Very private getaway with great lake access.
4.0
Lake house
Very nice house, however the road was a little load and busy. Beautiful lake and quiet with our house being in a non-wake area of the lake. We had a great time with a fire pit available with wood provided . However, there were large black ants; somewhat noisy road; dirty outdoor furniture and only one reading lamp in all the bedrooms and we are a reading family. Overall a great stay
5.0
Great!
Awesome property great location.
5.0
Very nice property and house Host was very nice
Would come again. Had a great time
5.0
Stress Reducer and Fun
My family and I stayed at the cottage for only 3 nights, however, they were magical. Everyone who visited was very pleased.
As for me, I was able to go kayaking with my daughter and two grandsons (ages 23 and 26), celebrate her birthday with a family gathering and a cake from Love's Heart's Bakery (the best!) and to have a good friend to come to join me for dinner at The Hopkins Inn.
Our stay was short, but the layout of the cottage, the way almost everything was provided (like towels), and especially the wrap around porch gave everyone an opportunity to reconnect and to relax in a beautiful setting.
4.0
Great House, Lake & Kayaking
Gorgeous property and lake, suitable for families and groups of friends
4.0
Great house
Our family really enjoyed the house and everything it had to offer
5.0
Great Family Vacation
This house was perfect for our family vacation. Our two young boys (age 8 and 10) loved being right on the lake, and we got a lot of use out of the kayaks and paddleboard. The house is on a quiet cove so not many boaters and safe for the kids to swim. And the house was great, we loved the open floor plan, and the deck overlooking the water was a perfect spot to relax with coffee or a book. Several great restaurants nearby, which was a pleasant surprise. Priscilla was easy to communicate with, and she lives nearby in case you need anything.
4.0
Awesome lake access
Beautiful location, private lake access, kayaks, paddleboards. awesome for families
2.0
Noisy Location
Pro: Inside of house was clean and nicely decorated but with many carpenter ants and a few spiders. Cons: The only reason we reserved this property in the first place was the fact that it had a nice long dock. Unfortunately, there was no dock. The website mentioned the house had air conditioning, but there was none. It was so hot upstairs that we had to go out and purchase a fan for master bedroom. The beach area was in poor shape and had debris. It was difficult to enjoy the view of the lake because of the loud traffic that was a constant. While we may visit the area again, we will not stay here. If the owner had offered a partial refund, it would have been nice and the right thing to do.
5.0
Great place
great private beach, clean updated house, responsive owners. Excellent all around.
5.0
Wonderful & relaxing week in Bantam
We had never been to Bantam Lake before, and now we believe we will be regulars at Priscilla's property! The house is even nicer than the pictures show, the private beach allows for extra relaxing-time by the lake, and Priscilla's commitment to making sure you have a wonderful stay will make you truly feel like you are home. We recommend booking for more than a few days because you will NOT want to leave!
5.0
Exactly what we needed!
A lovely home on a beautiful lake that was ideal for our girls weekend getaway! Clean and comfortable and even though it was a cold November weekend, the setting was just what we needed...warm, inviting and relaxing!
5.0
Beautiful weekend at the lake!
We love the location, the private sandy beach, and lots of things to do for the kids. The house was very comfortable and clean. Had a wonderful relaxing stay! Thank you!
5.0
family getaway
great weekend. house was well supplied. weather great. family enjoyed fishing, swimming and kayaking. beautiful area to enjoy. spent some quality family time together.
5.0
Fantastic Vacation
The property was as expected and more. Modern and beautifully maintained. Bantam Lake is beautiful and this property is situated on a cove where motor boats have to slow making it safe for kayaking. Fishing was great and dining and shopping in the area is outstanding.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bantam Lake?
The average price for a rental in Bantam Lake is £422 per night. This rental is £0 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront Retreat on Bantam Lake with Private Beach - Winter Ski Getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Waterfront Retreat on Bantam Lake with Private Beach - Winter Ski Getaway pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Waterfront Retreat on Bantam Lake with Private Beach - Winter Ski Getaway?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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