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A cozy cottage with a beautiful deck - swim, hike and play!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, table tennis
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6730 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Colchester, CT
  • Popular LocationLake Hayward6 min walk
  • Popular LocationDevil's Hopyard State Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMohegan Sun Casino27 min drive
  • AirportFishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field)105 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A cozy cottage with a beautiful deck - swim, hike and play!

Relax and unwind at Stargazer. A cozy cottage in the community of Lake Hayward. This home is nestled in a quiet and peaceful wooded setting and is 1/2 mile walk to the Lake.

Stargazer is only 1/2 hour drive to Mohegan Sun and Mystic Seaport

This home has a queen bed, 2 twin beds and 2 futon beds. Parking for 2 Cars

Enjoy the amenities including 3 lakefront beaches, swimming, tennis, basketball court and playground. This area also has beautiful hiking trails and a quaint local farm stand.

High speed Wifi and Roku TVs

Property manager

Allison

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 730 square feet
Outdoor dining
Relax with a beautiful lake view
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
Relax with a beautiful lake view

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this cottage is on a lake. Colchester Historical Society Museum and East Haddam Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mark's Tree Farm Zip Line and Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Waterford Speedbowl or Senator Thomas J Dodd Memorial Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Hayward - 6 min walk
  • Devil's Hopyard State Park - 9 min drive
  • Gillette Castle State Park - 24 min drive
  • Mohegan Sun Arena - 27 min drive
  • Mohegan Sun Casino - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 35 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 8 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A cozy cottage with a beautiful deck - swim, hike and play! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A cozy cottage with a beautiful deck - swim, hike and play!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A cozy cottage with a beautiful deck - swim, hike and play!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A cozy cottage with a beautiful deck - swim, hike and play! located?

This family-friendly Colchester cottage is located on a lake, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Hayward, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Devil's Hopyard State Park and Colchester Historical Society Museum. Mark's Tree Farm Zip Line and Amston Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage by the lake
The cottage was super cute and had everything we needed for a quick visit with family. Location is a little isolated but not terrible. The lake is right down the road and in warmer months would be an easy walk
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home!
We rented this property while we visited our son in college. Such a charming and cozy home, with lovely little touches to make it a very comfortable stay. The beds were very comfortable, and the kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice trip!
My family had a good stay at this cute little house! It's only a one minute drive down the hill or a short walk to a really nice beach with plenty of parking (but no bathroom). The neighborhood is super cute and the local farmstead is just a quick walk up the street. My son actually learned to swim while we were there! I would suggest the owners/cleaner pay slightly more attention to cleanliness -- there were lots of dead bugs squished on the ceiling of the bunk room (it looks like they were sprayed with something but then never wiped off) and the front door shade was broken and made the house look uninviting when we first drove up. Also, the screen door to the backyard was impossible to open and close. Otherwise, the beds were comfy, the backyard was a nice place to have breakfast, the kitchen was cute, the light in the kids room was super fun, and we had such a nice, relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay in Connecticut
Great place for a family, especially with teenagers. Ping pong table and multiple TVs were a big hit with the kids. Beautiful deck for stargazing and enjoying a morning cup of coffee. Great location with lots to do nearby. Lake Hayward is beautiful. Great farmstand just up the road. We had a great week here. Great base of operations for a family visit to Central Connecticut. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lake Vacation Home
The Stargazer lake cottage is comfortable and cute! Fantastic deck, cozy sunroom, laundry on site. Great location in the Hayward Lake community.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022