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Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Isbell Cottage circa 1930
Isbellita
Main Cottage living room
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Westmore, VT
  • Place, Lake Willoughby
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Pisgah
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1, top of the stairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

The Sleeping Porch

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2, upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 3, in Isbellita Guest Cottage

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

Peaceful rustic 1930s cottage on beautiful Lake Willoughby in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Incredible sunset views over the lake from any of the 3 porches, open, screened and sleeping. Vintage wainscot walls hung with old and new artwork, and large front yard with a fire ring. Lovely cedar hedged alley leading to private beach across the road with deck, Adirondack chairs and a dock for sitting and swimming. Shallow swimming perfect for young children.
Second guest cottage on property included with queen bed, single day bed, mini kitchen (fridge, sink and coffee machine only) living room and porch.
Just 3 properties north of the Willoughby Lake Store where you can find just about anything you might have forgotten from fishing gear to ice cream (and creemees!), to local gifts and a liquor store.
Close to beautiful hikes, museums, great antiquing, farmers markets and the Bread and Puppet Theater.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs: Dogs MUST be leashed when over at the beach!
No fireworks

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Orleans

Located in Orleans, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Orleans Country Club and Quechee Gorge Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Willoughby and Sentinel Rock State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Westmore, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Willoughby - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • North Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mount Pisgah - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Crystal Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Crystal Lake - 26 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gap Pub and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • Step Back Cafe
  • ‪Orleans Country Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Country Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tee Off Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Lake Willoughby and within 3 mi (5 km) of North Beach and Sentinel Rock State Park. South Beach and Hidden Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maura Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed, lots of space, especially appreciated the extra sink, mirrors and downstairs bathroom when 5 of us were getting ready for a wedding
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just couldn’t have asked for anything better. Everything was so perfect and beautiful. We really experienced a magical time as a family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Step back in time and enjoy a quiet get away! We just loved this property and our stay here at Isbell. Willoughby Lake is an amazing clean and quiet lake- our top choice for our granddaughter to swim in! The little slice of beach surrounded by friendly neighbors was perfect for our whole family. We really loved the two porches and spent so much time catching up with family. There were some fierce croquet matches on the front lawn. And the little guest house was perfect for my daughter and hubby to put our little granddaughter in for a nap or down for the night as it was quiet and separate from the main house yet close enough to check on her. We had fun looking through the antiques and trying to figure out their purpose. Our favorite is the kitchen “island”- you will be pleasantly surprised to know it has a hidden gem inside! I would revisit but next time stay even longer; 3 nights just wasn’t enough!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Wonderful Experience

We had a wonderful time. The place brought memories of summers at my grandmothers house. We enjoyed sitting on the porch listening to the loons and catching up with reading. Such a relaxing weekend. Wish we could of stayed longer . Thinking of coming back next year. Thank you Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Great lakeside house

Beautiful views and plenty of space in this lakeside house and cottage. There were 6 of us and the space was perfect. Even though the weather didn't cooperate we made the best of it. Lots of games and fun! Loved the porches for our morning coffee. Living area was nice and cozy with plenty of seating. We hope to return in better weather to take advantage of the private dock and firepits. Thanks for sharing with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

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

Spacious but rustic

This property had essentially 5 bedrooms so ample space for our family. Sleeping porch was wonderful and all beds were very comfortable which was not always the case in our past rentals. Beach area is not very private and is very small but nice dock for our boat. Loved the large covered porch which we enjoyed our morning coffee on and loved sitting out on to read during the one rainy day we had. Large front lawn to play yard games on. The only disappointment was that things were not as clean as they could have been - dirty refrigerator, dirty/stained porch swing cushion and lots of cobwebs especially in guest house. No gas grill so we brought our own. Also Vt recycling is challenging. We were instructed to use Westmore bags for trash but there were none to be found. Nice having washer and dryer available. Overall we were very happy with our stay and it was a beautiful setting to spend time with family and make memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nazia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. There was plenty to do, including hiking, kayaking, antiquing, and even a local corn maze. The house is very comfortable, well equipped, and we love all the antiques in the vibe. The casita next-door was great for our new parents and their baby to have a little privacy. Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful, relaxing stay. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Isbell and Isbellita were truly wonderful and the oasis we needed for the weekend! Everything was perfect, we spent the whole day on the lake, and it is conveniently located. The house is cozy and warm and has plenty of sleeping options. I slept on the porch which was particularly delightful. Also, Bread and Puppet is a 15 minute drive away — I’d highly recommend giving them a visit! On the whole, it was so lovely and it was the perfect birthday getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

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

getaway

very accomadating--
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old-timey cottage with vintage furnishings but well-equipped kitchen and a wonderful large porch with a nice view of the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph and Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Older lake house with a lot of character. The separate cabin is a nice amenity. Only issue we experienced was the limited wifi data.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

KIM H.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Could have been cleaner

Nice place wished it was cleaner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine G.

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

Week end Action de Grace

Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour! La maison est très accueillante et chaleureuse. Et que dire du paysage! Tout simplement wow!! Toute ma famille est d accord pour dire qu on desire y retourner ! Merci Mary!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Perfect family house!

Fantastic location. Hose had everything we needed for our family visiting for a family wedding. We enjoyed hanging out on the porch, swimming and relaxing at the dock and gathering together for dinner. Thanks for a lovely stay. Stunning fall foliage too!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura Z.

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

Another beautiful visit to the cottage

We love the charm and layout of the cottage, it’s so welcoming and relaxing with multiple porches and cozy comfy bedrooms. Can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susanna B.

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

Charming cottage

Cute and affordable with plenty of character and lots to do in the area. Outdated electrical, although given the age of the property this shouldn’t be a huge surprise. We did have some minor issues with cleanliness: the Isbellita shower had a previous guest’s hair clip/hair in it and there was no laundry detergent available. Minor issues though and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

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

Girls Week

We had a great time, and loved the stay. Would like to return again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Great Vacation Home!

The house is straight out of an antique shop which I absolutely loved! My family and I enjoyed the peace and quiet. The private beach was just that. Perfect. Floats & kayaks were provided which made it even more fun. General store close by made it all the more convenient. Definitely worth the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

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

Beautiful location!

This was our family's first trip to this part of Vermont and hopefully it will not be the last. The Lake Willoughby area is singular and this cottage is at the heart of it. The cottage is "rustic" in the most positive sense possible of that word; it is not "fancy" and it is maybe even a bit dated, and that is exactly as it should be - the cottage has everything you could possibly need for a pleasant stay, everything works as it should, it is clean and comfy, and there is plenty of space. If you are traveling with kids, the front yard of this property is sizeable and perfect for all manner of activities (and they might not even miss their phones). The lake access is convenient and the neighbors, friendly. We found the property host be easy to reach and very responsive which was appreciated. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Perfect spot in a very special place!

Lake Willoughby is a special place for me and my family and this was a perfect spot to gather together for a lake vacation. Great for families and awesome beach access! We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

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

Wonderful

We had a lovely stay at Isbell Cottage... she was bewitching!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay!

It was a very quaint property with great sleeping and shared spaces! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by MS MARY HAMILTON

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Hi,

I first went to Lake Willoughby as a young child and it got stuck in my heart. When I began the search to find a retreat, Willoughby naturally bubbled to the surface.

I am so happy to share this very magical cottage with you. I hope you will enjoy the peace and fun that Isbell has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This cottage sings of vacations of old: porch swing, hammocks, and fire pits, the clearest water in all of Vermont, loons at night, eagles during the day, hiking or lazy walks, virtually every driver that passes waves, fireworks on the fourth, cool nights for sleeping and hot days for swimming, creemees just a walk away, incredible autumn color, a place to slow down and enjoy your family and friends.

What makes this property unique

This is not an IKEA vacation home. The furniture and decorations match the atmosphere of a 1930s cottage. It's a bit of a Time Machine to what we now believe were simpler days (not sure those in the 30s would agree but sure feels that way now).

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