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Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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View from front porch across Lake Wononscopomuc
Exterior
House from the Lake
Friends cooking in kitchen
Friends enjoying dining room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lakeville, CT
  • Place, Holley-Williams House Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Taconic State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lime Rock Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village

This is the lake cottage your grandmother visited during her childhood. Charming, original 1920 features. Big remodeled kitchen (new stove/oven) and big living room for family reunions and guests. Sleeps 9 in comfort; it has often slept 20 with air mattresses and sleeping bags. Porch overlooks Lake Wononscopomuc -- deepest lake in Connecticut. Close to train to New York and recreation facilities, in the heart of the New England independent school world and just right for the family's May and June, end of school and graduation weekends. Adjacent to Hotchkiss School and Interlaken Inn. Great fishing, hiking (including access to Appalachian Trail), antiques, golf, tennis, fall foliage, summer theater, dance and art. Superb porch sitting. Wood stove, fire-place, and electric heaters deal with extra-cool evenings or mornings. Outdoor gas grill supplements 2 indoor ovens and stove. WiFi, TV, phone.

Note that this is NOT a good place for wild or late night parties. It is located on a quiet lake not far from neighbors who appreciate the quiet beauty of the rural area. If you want to party loudly or despoil the lake, please go elsewhere. Also, it can be chilly in May and October!

Cultural Activities -- Near Lakeville, CT: Within a few miles of Lakeville, CT are features that include Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Tri-Arts Sharon Playhouse, Music Mountain, Norfolk Festival, Railroad Days, excellent restaurants, and lovely NW CT countryside. We are five miles from the Appalachian Trail and many other hiking options. Lake Wononscopomuc is cool and clean all summer. It drops to 180 ft within 250 yards of our shore. Kayak, canoes and a sailboat supplied.

Sports: Sports include all low speed water sports -- no water skiing. Fishing is excellent for Lake trout, bass, pickerel, perch, and catfish. Many other lakes streams and ponds in the area. The Hotchkiss School Golf course is about 300 yards away and other nearby and publicly available courses are in Sharon, Amenia and North Canaan. Tennis is available at town courts a mile away. Horse-back riding is nearby. Lots of hiking opportunities.

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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
Check out before 10:00 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
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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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakeville

Located in Lakeville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Bodhi Tree Gallery and TriArts Sharon Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Undermountain Golf Course and Land of Nod Vineyard and Winery. Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room and Clarke Outdoors are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Lakeville, CT

What's nearby

  • Holley-Williams House Museum - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • North East Town Hall - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Taconic State Park - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lime Rock Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Harlem Valley Rail Trail - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fern Lakeville - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Woodland Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mountainside Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse At Lakeville - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Lake Cottage, private beach, Berkshire Hills, small village located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Holley-Williams House Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of North East Town Hall and Millerton Village Hall. Harlem Valley Rail Trail and Hanging Rock Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

AT Adventure Weekend

Wonderful lake retreat 🥾
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese L.

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

Perfect cabin!

Amazing cabin, thank you for a beautiful stay! We came in for a wedding and this was a great location to where the wedding was held.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Amazing trip, never had a more helpful host

Perfect relaxing location and lots of fun on the lake, can't wait to be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ted K.

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

Fathers/Sons get-away reunion

Despite the wet weather and mud, we enjoyed the rustic feel of the house and surrounding property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Amazing!

This place was awesome. Nothing more to say besides “book it”.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Spacious rustic cabin on beautiful lake

We had a little family reunion here with three generations of people and a couple of dogs too. It was just an amazing stay, beautiful tranquil lake that we swam in every day, and lots of room for everybody to have their own space, inside or outside. Loved every minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ellie M.

Great stay for a wedding!

This was a great property for our group of 11. The outdoor space was fantastic, especially the screened-in porch, and the common space in the house is great for a large group. Alden was very helpful and incredibly responsive. If I were to attend a wedding in the area in the future with a large group, I would definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn M.

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

Lakeville Lakehouse Weekend Stay

My girlfriends and I had a great weekend staying here! There was more than enough space for over 14 of us to sleep, and everything seemed to be clean and ready for us to get there when we checked in. The area was quiet and we were on one of the cleanest lakes I’ve ever seen. Gorgeous lake and a great place to spend with family and friends. My mom and I might even try to rent out the cabin to get the whole family together for the holidays in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jean L.

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

Nice Family Getaway

Family cottage on small lake. Located in beautiful area. Very scenic, paved bike path in excellent condition located just 7 minutes away. Lake was weedy and rocky, so it presented a little challenge at first for our grandkids (ages 5-8), but they quickly adapted and had a great time. Water shoes definitely helped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Holley M.

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

Lake House is a rambling old summer house that has good space and comfy beds for a big family

Once we cleaned up after the resident squirrel and got the place warmed up, cuz we happened to get there on the first frosty night with little firewood…. The house was a great place for our family gathering. Good kitchen, good gathering space, comfy beds, lovely location on the lake. Alden was helpful and accommodating remedying the firewood and squirrel situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

peg A.

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

Family gathering

This is a wonderful spot, exactly what we were looking for, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and lawn activities! The house was rustic, but very roomy for our big crowd. We loved the big kitchen with 2 sinks and 2 refrigerators! There are plenty of nice linens on the beds and in cupboards. Lots of space to spread out! This is a nice quiet spot in a beautiful area of Connecticut! Very relaxing for all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

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

Serene, rustic and private

This house rustic, clean, private, accommodating for our large family and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The owner was very responsive and we felt very welcomed into his home. The fact that he allowed our dogs was a big plus! The kids caught fish off the dock, went canoeing as well as swimming in the pristine lake. The beach is small and a little rocky so advise you bring some swim shoes but the water was clean and lot's of opportunity to do some great snorkeling! We would certainly consider another vacation at this beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Michael T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Don’t drive anything other than an SUV or Pickup down the driveway as it’s narrow rutted and has a mud pit right in front of the house. There are no walls and exposed wiring throughout the building. No soap or shampoo at the house for guest as is customary. The listing says it sleeps 18 but sleeps 10 only, so buyer beware. Musty smell throughout the house. Animals scratching from the basement at sunrise on the floors from below. Floors as a mishmash of unfinished wood and essentially a step above a dirt floor.“Master” bedroom had a futon as a bed and the other beds were no better. Not what I would expect in the area and for the price. Rustic at best so make sure you are prepared for a near camping experience. READ THE DESCRIPTION PROVIDED ON VRBO VERY CAREFULLY AND PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diane K.

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

Great Family time

Nice area and great to have the screened porch. The house laid out well with lots of areas to spread out. Kitchen was large for everyone to help out with meals and the second sink & fridge a plus. Futon in the one bedroom was not very comfortable so a real mattress would have been a good addition. The dock could use some work but the lake was beautiful and peaceful. Thank you for the use of your family cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Would love to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is key on this property. It wirked out well for having a wedding at Interlaken inn
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jane D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for racing at Lime Rock Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very comfortable and perfect for visiting with family and friends.We enjoyed the roomy kitchen space. The porch is great for relaxing and gazing at the tranquil lake. We appreciated the use of the canoe and the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place by the lake, very quiet and comfortable outdoor space. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has rustic charm and sits right on the lake. It is a beautiful peaceful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Love this place

This the second time staying here. We will be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

AnneMarie P.

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

Lakehouse

My family had a nice time. It was cold but no doubt it's amazing in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

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

great fall stay!

We had a wonderful time in Lakeville. The house is close to great hiking trails with wonderful fall foliage! The house was well-equipped for cooking and was spacious. We enjoyed the lake views and hanging out by the fire in the evening! The cabin was pretty chilly in October, and the space heaters helped heat up the smaller rooms but didn't make the main room and kitchen particularly warm, so plan to build a fire in the fireplace in the kitchen and the woodstove if you're there in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

will m.

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

Our annual happy place

This is a fantastic property for our large group. We can't wait to return next year. The partially shaded waterfront provided shade and privacy while still allowing pleasant views of the lake. The screened-in porch space was fantastic, and the common space in the house is great for a large group. The bedrooms are roomy and separated from the common space. The large kitchen with 2 sinks and 2 refrigerators made meal preparation easy for multiple cooks. The property was equipped with so many useful things. We especially enjoyed the multiple boats for cruising the refreshing and quiet lake. The area has easy access to services and other activities for a wonderful vacation visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

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

Swimming and relaxing

Lots of time was spent in the lake, and thanks for the new dock for easy access to the water. The house is very comfortable for cooking and resting. Love the screened porch for lake views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Alden Briscoe

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I grew up in Lakeville only a few miles from this house, which my parents bought in 1958. I and my family have spent numerous summers here, swimming, fishing, sailing, canoeing, reading, cooking and eating great meals, and resting, We have brought family, friends, and colleagues here for relaxation and business retreats. Our company still meets here annually to bond, plan strategy, refresh.

Languages:

English, German
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