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Charming cedar shingle cottage

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Side Deck
Kitchen
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Otis, MA
  • County Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Otis Reservoir
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Jacob's Pillow
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Near bedroom

1 Double Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming cedar shingle cottage

A 3-bedroom lakefront cottage. Knotty pine interior with ample frontage on Big Pond. Dock available on property May - Sept. Feel free to bring your own, boats.

Minimum stays:
* September - May, 2 nights
* June - August, 7 nights (Fri - Fri)
Check in after 4:00 pm.
Check out by 11:00 am.

Maximum stay length: 14 nights (two weeks)

The primary bedroom has one queen bed, a table & chair, a dresser, and a closet.
Bedroom one has one double bed, one dresser, and a closet.
Bedroom two has a bunk bed with twin on top and double underneath with the double converting to a couch if/when needed, one dresser, and a closet.

Washer and dryer on premises.

Property is very close to Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, Berkshire Theater Festival, The Mount, Otis Ridge and Butternut Ski resorts, and much more.

Property manager

Sarah Holcomb

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not child-proofed, however.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No 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 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 deadlock
Property Registration Number C0223612250

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Otis

Located in Otis, this cottage is on a lake. Jacob's Pillow and Bidwell House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otis Ridge and Blandford Ski Area. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Otis, MA

What's nearby

  • County Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Otis Reservoir - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Otis Ridge - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Tolland State Forest - 14 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Jacob's Pillow - 17 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knox Trail Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Bobs - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Papa’s Food and Fuel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Farmington River Country Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cedar shingle cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cedar shingle cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cedar shingle cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cedar shingle cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from County Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Otis Reservoir and Old Baldy Wildlife Sanctuary. Larkum Pond and Otis Ridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Huseyin M.

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

Cozy cabin in perfect location

Wonderful little log cabin. Plenty of room for a family of 5. If you’re used to living in the city be prepared - this is not a modern, luxurious dwelling but it has everything you need and is exceedingly comfortable. It oozes charm and the ultra quiet location right on the lake (Big Pond) is postcard picture perfect. The hosts Sarah and David were very responsive and helpful. We highly recommended them and their beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Cozy family lake house

Amazing thanksgiving
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy f.

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

Another wonderful stay

Spring, summer and now fall- love this cottage and its location on Big Pond! We feel comfortable and at home while we explore the area. Highly recommend this if you are looking for a peaceful, lovely stay in a great New England location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful camp right on the lake. We had an amazing time in this peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

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

Peaceful autumn days at the pond

It’s clearly a well loved family vacation home. The owner was quickly responsive to our initial needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Wedding Weekend

Great location to attend a wedding at Camp Bonnie Brae.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa K.

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

Great Stay

We have enjoyed our stay here, especially the location. This is an older home, cabin style, as we expected but it had everything we needed. Our kids like to fish so it was the perfect location for that being right on the water. A bit of a drive if you are trying to be near a city but it worked for us since we were visiting family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy f.

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

Heaven on earth

This was my second time staying at this charming cozy cottage. There was never a dull moment with kayaking swimming, walking and paddle boarding. We played rousing games at night and laughed more than we have in years. Highly recommend this wonderful spot!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Great location and spacious great room

Beautiful location and spacious great room for gathering with family. Kitchen well stocked. Enjoyed having access to kayaks to use on the lake. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina S.

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

Wonderful lake house

We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect location for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Shiphrah R.

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

Nice pond and neighborhood

Mouse dropping on eating surfaces
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendal B.

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

Great cozy fun

Great cozy place to relax and play games with family
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

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

Cozy, charming

The setting and view is amazing. Lots of windows, we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Beautiful and Magical

This is our second year in your home, and it was just as amazing as last year! Big pond itself holds this magic that simply heals and rejuvenates your soul. This home is cozy, comfortable, and functional. We loved having kayaks to use during our time. The kids enjoyed the dock where they spent hours a day fishing. I highly recommended this home if youre looking to stay on big pond!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aruna V.

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

Just the place to recharge and appreciate nature

Check in process was seamless and the property is as stated in the listing. Communication with the host could’ve been a little faster but they were very nice in general. The location is just beautiful and so peaceful it was worth every $ we spent. Very cozy home, beautiful sunrise right outside the door and the water makes things 10x beautiful. Sounds of nature and the silence like no other. Loved our stay. My only suggestion to ensure the space was cleaned a bit more. It wasn’t filthy but needed some dusting. Bedding was comfortable and clean. But I’d totally rent this space again loved it! Thank you for this listing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad T.

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

Otis Cottage

Enjoyed our stay immensely. Had a problem with furnace shutting down, but owner rectified by getting us service promptly. Ideal location and amenities excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

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

Big Pond - Otis

The property and views were awesome. We especially loved the kayaks and the canoe for getting on the pond and exploring. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Re K.

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

Relaxation

We had a great break on the lane between two busy and intense weekends. A much appreciated few days.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfy, cozy, connected to nature.

This is a sweet place, three bedrooms down the hall, one large pine-paneled room with windows on 3 sides looking out into nature, and an easy to get around in kitchen. A lovely place to go and relax by the small lake that is right out the back door. Simple, and with all the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

elisabeth e.

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

Very charming place

We loved our stay in this house. Beautiful view on the lake, well equipped with everything needed (not all beds ready with sheets but not a concern), very cozy and charming, with great games and books for kids (thanks so much for letting them at disposal!). Very remote and peaceful, and at a very short drive to Otis ridge where we had fun skiing with the little ones. We hope to come back! Thank you very much also for the very nice and clear communication before and during the stay :)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Lakeside Heaven

We loved every minute at this warm, beautiful home. It's a bit of a drive to the more well known towns, but that means lots of peace and quiet. The house was clean, comfortable (including our bed!), and we extra enjoyed lighting the fireplace on the rainy nights. The view was stunning. We had everything at hand that we could have wanted or needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teena F., Harwich, MA

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

Quiet water front home

The house was everything we needed. Beautiful water views and warm relaxing fireplace. The weather wasn’t warm enough for swimming or boating but we enjoyed it none the less. Owner provided excellent communication before our arrival. We had no issues while we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas & Kelley L.

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

lake getaway

The house was super comfortable and had everything we needed. The lake was beautiful and crystal clear. Only thing missing was a swim out raft and only because the lake is super shallow which was great for the kids but a swim out raft would have been key. Great kayaking and fishing. Kids loved watching the eagle every day. Beautiful sunrises!! We had a great week with the grandkids and would definitely go again!! If you are looking to be off the grid for a week this is the place for you and your family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K., Brooklyn

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

Wonderful stay at precious cottage on Big Pond

This is a very special property with direct access to Big Pond. We visited friends who stayed here last year with their kids, so we knew it would be a wonderful stay. We enjoyed coffee on the deck overlooking the pond, kayak and canoe rides exploring Big Pond, swinging in the hammock, fishing off the dock, and cooking dinner in the well appointed kitchen and grilling outside. Our kids 4 and 6 yo loved the well-stocked puzzle and games cabinet and we even lit the fireplace for one unseasonable cold rainy day. The owner was very communicative and responsive to our needs and any issues. We booked our stay for next year while we were still there if you need any further evidence.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trisha M.

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

A beautiful and healing experience

Firstly, i have to say that there is something about big pond that truly changes you. This was our first stay and it will absolutely not be our last. The home was stunning. The wood interior was absolutely beautiful, the decor was friendly and inviting. The home was the perfect size for my family of 6. It was stocked with plenty of pots, pans, utensils, tableware, towels, and a built in water filter which was great because we do not purchase bottled water, cleaning supplies, extra pillows and blankets, kayaks, and life jackets of all sizes. The fire pit near the lake was also amazing. The kids were able to fish and swim and hop over to the fire to warm up during the chilly times. The area itself is so calm and peaceful. We arrived back home after a week stay here and the first thing I noticed was how loud it was at home. The sunsets and sunrises were probably the best site during our stay here. The community itself is also extremely friendly and welcoming. Everyone waves as they boat/kayak by the shore. You can walk through the trails within the private community to see nature at its finest. We fell in love with this home. On a personal note, I lost my father 8 years ago and everything about this home was everything my father loved. From the wood interior, the deer heads mounted, the canoe (he had the same one), the tableware, and the eagles flying overhead. This home helped me to heal and I'll forever be grateful for that. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Holcomb

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We are Sarah, Joel and David Holcomb. We are the 2nd generation to grow up spending summers on this lake. We are eager to share this relaxing oasis and hope you will make happy memories with your family and friends, just as we have.

Why they chose this property

This cottage was built by our grandfather and great-grandfather in the 1940s. The photo of us at the lake is circa 1976. Our parents had the cottage enlarged and winterized in 1990. They lived here for a time as their primary residence. It’s a wonderful spot for family vacations, a gathering of friends, quality quiet time or a special holiday.

What makes this property unique

Big Pond is a lovely lake approx 1 mile across, and 1.5 miles long, stocked with fish, and a great place to paddle around. While there are many cottages, it is not overcrowded with people or powerboats. There is a charming village nearby with a country store, roadside syrup stands, and a local ice cream shop. Along with all of the cultural attractions as close as 15 minutes, there are also several small and large ski slopes very close as well.

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English
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