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2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont

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Dog days of summer on the lake
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 658.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Westmore, VT
  • Lake Willoughby
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • North Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Mount Pisgah
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont

Willoughby Lake in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, welcomes swimmers and boaters to its clean, clear waters. Sheltered by Mount Pisgah on the east and Mount Hor on the west, Willoughby resembles a fjord, a mile wide and six and half miles long. Enjoy nearby hiking, mountain biking, and golfing at some of the most beautiful courses in the northeast.

Cozy 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and new sleeper sofa (2018) in living room - sleeps 6 (maximum capacity). 1st bedroom has queen bed and 2nd bedroom has two twin beds. Sleeper sofa in living room will sleep two. The cottage offers lakeside privacy with a large yard bordered by privacy hedges. The 1.5 acre yard makes for great lawn gatherings and recreation. Two kayaks are available for use.

WiFi available.

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 10:00 AM

Property manager

Peter Gage

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs (limit 1 total)
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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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orleans

Located in Orleans, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Lake Willoughby and Sentinel Rock State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fairbanks Museum of Natural Science and Quechee Gorge Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Westmore, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Willoughby - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • North Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mount Pisgah - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Crystal Lake State Park - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Crystal Lake - 21 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gap Pub and Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lake House Saloon - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Roost - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Willoughvale Inn & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ming's House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 BR Lakeside Cottage on Willoughby Lake - Northeast Kingdom, Vermont located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orleans cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Willoughby and North Beach. Sentinel Rock State Park is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David Carroll H.

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

the Lake house

Very nice location - plenty of parking - beautiful views
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsey A.

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

Beautiful tranquil spot

We just love it here! The camp is perfect for us and lets us bring our dog. There's plenty of outdoor activities to do: swimming, kayaking, hiking, etc. Or just relaxing by the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

Shakey Jakes stay

Little piece of heaven on Lake Willoughby!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsey A.

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

Idyllic stay on beautiful VT lake

Property was clean and accommodating. Even our 2 dogs were welcome! Lots to do, or just hang out beside the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

Awesome place

Great place. Love the location and of course, Lake Willoughby! Can't wait to come back next year. Thank you for sharing your beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

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

Awesome Vermont Camp on Lake Willoughby!

The camp was perfect for our family with 2 bedrooms, big gathering spaces and beautiful spacious lake front to enjoy! We enjoyed kayaking and swimming during the day and campfires in the fireplace at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Perfect place on the lske

Our family really enjoyed staying at your house. It is right on the lake and has beautiful views. I loved seeing the Loons and their babies every morning. Would highly recommend this property to stay at K. Dennis from VA
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alberta W.

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

Perfect Cottage!

Sparkling clean, perfect, private location. Owners were wonderful, cottage was exactly what we were looking for. Ready to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L., Corralitos CA USA

Loved it!

Perfect location on the lake! We loved the big yard and access to the kayak! The place was immaculately clean and well appointed. We had such a great time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Magical place

This is our second time staying at Shakey Jakes. It is a simple and clean place to stay in, with the most wonderful view. The owners are a delight and what a magical place to visit. The view is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Minh B.

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

What a beautiful spot!

Awesome vacation and we have the best spot on Willoughby lake. We enjoyed your placed and everything were wonderful and will will come back next year. Thank you, Minh&Guy Best
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

A total gem!

Shakey Jakes is an absolute gem. The private back yard was awesome. The cottage is very cozy and clean. Thank you for sharing your beautiful spot with us. Can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul h., Cape Cod

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

Terrific property in every way.

The cottage is as neat as a pin. It is small but plays large with a good size living room. It has all the amenities you need. The views of the lake and mountains are spectacular. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E., Woodstock, VT

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

The perfect lake cottage

This lake cottage was charming in every way! My family and I were so lucky to spend two glorious weeks here. Despite some serious flooding in vermont before and during our stay, we were comfortable and happy the entire time. Lake Willoughby is so beautiful, and the lakefront this property offered was private and spacious! We had a few days a heavy rain so we ventured to the museum of everyday life and then to Parker pie in Glover for lunch- both shouldn’t be missed! Devaney’s Produce stand and vintage shop is also a must do- we went there a few times for donut peaches, fresh strawberries, and vintage treasures. If you’d like a tour of the lake on a pontoon boat, give Fran a call (you can find her on Facebook). We had a delightful 90 minute boat tour around the lake which we all enjoyed. But mostly, we hung at the cottage, swimming, paddle boarding, and kayaking. The owners were kind and responsive to requests. We hope to return next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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

Wonderful week

The cabin was perfect for a great week at Willoughby. It was extremely clean, comfortable, and had many conveniences. Perfect beachfront vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ann & Joe C.

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

Beautiful place.

Very small kitchen and bath but we made do.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Exceeded expectations!!

What a fantastic place we discovered by booking this cottage! The cottage itself was roomier than expected and the yard and lot was superb! We spent mornings on the sun porch playing cards and drinking coffee and evenings in the backyard by the fire overlooking the lake. And Lake Willoughy itself was also wonderful - so clean and beautiful with mountains surrounding. This was our first trip to Vermont - we all loved it! Cannot wait to return. Especially loved the kayaks and paddle boards being onsite already. Hope to return to this exact cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Spacious Serenity

Shakey Jakes is a delightful retreat on the shore of Vermont's most beautiful lake. The cabin is clean and well-maintained and, although conveniently located on Route 5A, set far back enough from the road that noise from passing vehicles is unnoticeable. Others have described is many charms so I will focus on things I believe make it truly unique. There's plenty of room. Between the large living room and bright, cheery sun room, both bedrooms have ample space unlike the closet-like quarters of typical cabins. Having that kind of indoor space is welcome when Willoughby's fickle weather throws a sudden, pop-up thunderstorm your way. The yard is SPECTACULAR. If a larger lot exists on the lake shore, I've never seen it. As I mentioned, the big front yard provides a great buffer from Route 5A. The back yard is expansive and flat, with an outdoor fireplace and an amazingly wide waterfront, resulting in a level of privacy unique to this popular lake. With the large boathouse, it takes about 30 seconds to launch your kayaks (we brought our own) on a whim. Finally, Shakey Jakes is on a particularly warm part of the lake, making swimming more practical there than in some other parts of Willoughby's notoriously arctic waters :-) Great experience, we'll be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Farah S.

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

Willoughby Loons

Beautiful waterfront location, all kitchen tools you could want, puzzles, games and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

S P.

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

Lovely part of Vermont

Stunning lake. Fall colors had started! Didn't have to go far for great hikes. Pisgah, Bald and Burke Mtn trails are incredible. Brownington Village is cool, too. About a mile from the cabin the Gas Pub and Grill was the place to be. Mid Sept we had chilly evenings/mornings and the gas stove as wonderful as it is didn't heat the bedroom great. I didn't mind, I love sleeping in socks and a stocking cap if necessary but wanted to mention it for others. Next time I wanna come to Willoughby in July!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Betsey A.

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

Summer Idyll

Beautiful, peaceful setting with plenty of outdoor activities to do. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darlene L.

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

Take me away :)

Our stay was amazing, the property sits on a beautiful lot right on the water and is very private. We lucked out and everyday was perfect weather for fishing, boat rides and just hanging in the back yard taking in the lake and mountains. Couldn't have asked for anything to make it better ~ Thanks for sharing Darlene & Craig Ladabouche

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Willoughby Lake

Wonderful lake front Amazing sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Wonderful Place!

Shakey Jake's is a marvelous place to stay on beautiful Lake Willoughby. The reservation process was seamless and the communication from Molly, the owner was so informative, we knew exactly what to expect when we arrived. But the camp exceeded our already high expectations. The cottage is very spacious and was immaculate, well kept and well stocked with any food prep and household supplies we needed. What really blew us away was the property-more land than we have at home. The large back yard with its beautiful view makes it very private and quiet-very unique for Willoughby, which gets busy in the summer. There are two great bonus extras; are a cozy outdoor fireplace which is an inviting place to find Zen like relaxation and reflection in the cool of the evenings. There's also terrific boat house, which makes launching kayaks a snap. We paddled swam every day (the lake was warmer than we ever remember in our 16 years of visiting Willoughby). The exercise was important considering we visited a personal favorite, The Parker (pizza) Pie Company and the Lake store for ice cream. We highly recommend Shakey Jakes and would love to make it our regular Willoughby destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

This is our second year staying here. Very comfortable and the lake is so clean.

Easy well thought out rental. We really enjoy staying here. Thank you

About the host

Hosted by Peter Gage

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