Leave the hustle and bustle behind at this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental with access to Hitchcock Lake. Scale the waters on the provided kayaks, fish from the dock, or take in scenic views and play cards in the 4-season sunroom. Going out? Take a short drive to Mount Southington Ski Area in the winter or visit Downtown New Haven or Hartford. Return to the charming Wolcott home and prepare a meal in the modern kitchen, use the workstation or art easel, and cozy up by the fireplace.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sunroom | Electric Fireplace | Boat Dock
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3 (Office): Futon | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: Fire pit, outdoor seating, 4 kayaks, life vests, gas grill, spacious front yard INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TVs, DVD player, stereo, ceiling fans, desk/art easel w/ basic art supplies, board games, books KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, spices, breakfast bar, coffee maker, toaster, blender GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, towels/linens, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, laundry detergent, hangers, hair dryers, trash bags/paper towels SUITABILITY: Stairs required for access PARKING: Back of house (2 vehicles), parking pad (2 vehicles), overflow parking (on front lawn)
-- THE LOCATION --
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: AMC Southington 12 (3 miles), Barker Character Comic and Cartoon Museum (5 miles), Lake Compouce (8 miles), New England Carousel Museum (9 miles), Castle Craig (10 miles), New Britain Museum of American Art (15 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: Woodtick Recreation Area (3 miles), Mount Southington Ski Area (3 miles), Panthorn Park (3 miles), East Mountain Golf Course (6 miles), Rockwell Park (9 miles) NEW HAVEN DAYTRIP: Westville Music Bowl (21 miles), Yale University (21 miles), Fort Nathan Hale (25 miles), The Shore Line Trolley Museum (25 miles), Seabluff Beach (28 miles) AIRPORTS: Tweed New Haven Airport (25 miles), Bradley International Airport (44 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
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Getting around
Meriden Station - 16 min drive
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Blackie's Hot Dog Stand - 19 min walk
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Ria's Restaurant - 3 min drive
Dunkin' - 4 min walk
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington! on 2 September 2026 start from NZ$577, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Mattatuck Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Panthorn Park and Mount Southington Ski Area. Cheshire Hollow Farm and Brass Mill Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay was very relaxing. Our host thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and welcoming. The house was totally equipped with anything you might need. It was extremely clean and organized. I highly recommended this house. We would definitely rent it again.
Catnap was such a beautiful peaceful location. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. The games and puzzles offered our family fun and relaxing evenings after our sightseeing adventures! We would definitely come back.
We had an amazing stay. The place is immaculate and very well stocked. We enjoyed 3 days of kayaking, fishing and smores over the fire pit. Will be back soon.
Edward S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alicia
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful, comfortable, and clean lakefront home with helpful hosts. So much fun kayaking around the lake and meeting kind neighbors. Kitchen is very well-stocked. We will definitely rent again!
I stayed at this property over Christmas while visiting family in the area. The house was immaculate and we loved looking through the vast collection of books.
Adam C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ann Marie
16 August 2025
Love it
Very Charming hime right on the lake. It was well stocked with everything you needed. We spent hours in the lake, ate outside and enjoyed talking at the fire pit. Would recommend to all
Ann Marie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kenvin
3 July 2023
Great views and home
The house and backyard is a renters dream. Lovely accommodations await especially by the owners. This piece of paradise is just what our family was looking for.
Kenvin
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
From the owner: "Thank you so much for your wonderful review and you were a great guest! We welcome you anytime soon!"
We had a wonderful stay at this cozy home on the lake. Though it was a winter wonderland when we traveled I can imagine this would be a perfect stay in the spring time. Our hosts were wonderful and highly responsive, and we appreciated that snow removal was taken care of before we arrived. Very clean and comfortable home. We would definitely stay again!
This house on the lake was perfect! It was clean, fully stocked with anything you may need, and offered a peaceful getaway on the lake. It was a bit cooler so after sitting on the dock for a bit, we retreated to enjoying the view from the all seasons room (and provided electric heater)! Looking forward to returning in the future!
The lake house is delightful, well appointed and the location is amazing. Our 13 year old caught (and released) a few fish, the 11 year old enjoyed the kayak and tubes on the lake, the weather was perfect, the surroundings so quiet, and all the amenities one could want were there. Thank you for sharing this lovely home!
Joan I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John
8 July 2025
2025July4th
I have rented this property for the past several years and the experience is wonderfully consistent. Clean property, beautifully appointed, useful amenities (didn't even use them all!), great lakeside location, proprietors are easy to work with. Would rent again! ;-)
Staff very much enjoyed the atmosphere after long days of work. Wonderful Ownership. Thank you so much Susan!
kevin h.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
21 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is by far one of the best I’ve stayed at. Very homey and comfortable. The lake is beautiful and peaceful. There is everything you could ever need and then some! Someone has put their heart into this one!
Beautiful house; everything you possibly could need is there. The beds were comfortable. The lake views were incredible. But the best part of our stay were the hosts. They were friendly and helpful and just plain wonderful!!
I’d recommend this inn to ANYONE. You won’t find anything like it.
We highly recommend this home! Such a beautiful home and gorgeous view of the lake. We loved our stay here and would definitely come again. It was very comfortable and had everything we could ever need. The owner was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. We hope to stay again in the future!
The host was very responsive. We even had 10 inches of snow one night and they had someone come and plow the driveway twice and then sent someone to shovel and salt/sand all the walks and the driveway by 8 am the next morning. The house had many amenities that made us feel at home, including spices and every utensil imaginable in the kitchen, many games and books for entertainment, and other thoughtful items in the bathrooms and rest of the house. Very well decorated with attention to detail. We've stayed in many vacation rentals over the past 25 years and this is the best one we've ever stayed in.
Wonderful house, perfect for a family stay. We had a wonderful time in the house with our grown kids, and our grandkids. The house was perfect to hang out at, plus the backyard was fantastic. We really enjoyed sitting by the campfire, kayaking on the lake etc. The local liquor store and grocery store are walking distance from the house.The house itself was thoroughly stocked with every amenity you could think of. Very clean, and functional for a group of people.
Cherie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steven
17 October 2025
Exceptional
Italian family from Trieste, my niece outta Daytona Beach, my wife and I from Connecticut stayed here as the last stop of a four leg journey together. It was perfect. The water, the quiet, ducks, and yes swans. The warmth of the fire-pit extended into the home. Exceptionally decorated. Almost storybook. The kitchen had everything we required to make our meals. The home and location provided everything we needed to feed our souls after a ten day journey.
Steven
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Crystal
5 September 2025
Absolutely perfect!!!
The second we entered this home, we were enveloped in warmth and comfort. And that feeling didn't fade at any point in our 4 week stay. There truly is no detail that the owners hadn't anticipated for their guests' needs. The kitchen, the bathrooms, the games, the books, the lake toys, the fire pit, the grill and outdoor eating area - all were so well supplied that it just felt like home. We shared this wonderful lake experience with family and friends who were equallyblown away. We were sad to leave, but have already reserved our time next summer.FABULOUS!!
Crystal
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
Crystal. Thank you for the great review. You guys were a pleasure to host! We also are looking forward to next year when we can host you again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ann Marie
7 November 2024
Third times a Charm
This is our third visit to the Catnip Inn. It is a beautiful home right on the water. We arrived on an unusually warm Thursday evening and immediately went to the dock to relax. The communication from the homeowner is wonderful. The beds are comfortable and everything is so convenient. We may have one more trip in our future. I am definitely recommending this home to others.
This is a charming house that actually is even better than the photos! Spotless and organized. Kitchen is perfectly stocked. Came with a bag of nice Italian coffee, Kurig and teas with refrigerated creamer. Bed was terrific and large. AC and Heat easy to use. Easy to find and surrounded by everything you need, like food, coffee, bagels, restaurants.