Lakeside cottage gorgeous lake/mountain views. Cable/WIFI, large decks, 30' dock

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10111.5 sq m

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Island Pond, VT

Island Pond
‪1 min walk‬
Brighton State Park
‪19 min walk‬
Lake Willoughby
‪35 min drive‬
Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County)
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds, 2 Double Futons and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

This cottage is newly renovated. Fully equipped kitchen including gas range/oven, refrigerator microwave, granite countertops, double sink and dishwasher. Also has new couches, large dining table with Parsons chairs, vinyl wood flooring throughout, large bay window with window seat and cushions, washer/dryer, Smart TV, outside gas grill and WIFI. Exterior deck has new outdoor furniture. Nice spot for morning coffee. There is a 30' dock; tie your boat or water craft up to the dock for your stay!

The cottage has 4 bedrooms and sleeps 10. Upstairs there is 2 bedrooms and downstairs there are 2 bedrooms. One of the downstairs bedrooms is a large room with Smart TV and 3 queen beds.

We are located on a side road that has no traffic so you have peace and quiet during your stay. The cottage is situated in a cove so the water is always calm. Water depth is gradual with a mostly sandy bottom. Great for swimming!

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Jason Waldo

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brighton

Located in Brighton, this cottage is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Willoughby and Brighton State Park, while Island Pond Historical Society Museum and Bread & Puppet Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Island Pond, VT

What's nearby

Island Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Brighton State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Spectacle Pond - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Lake Willoughby - 35 min drive - 25.4 km
Mount Pisgah - 36 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

‪Common Sense the Yellow Deli - ‬3 min drive
‪Kingdom Grille - ‬3 min drive
‪K.T. Ray's on the Pond - ‬3 min drive
‪Hobo's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪Jesse's Little Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside cottage gorgeous lake/mountain views. Cable/WIFI, large decks, 30' dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside cottage gorgeous lake/mountain views. Cable/WIFI, large decks, 30' dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside cottage gorgeous lake/mountain views. Cable/WIFI, large decks, 30' dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside cottage gorgeous lake/mountain views. Cable/WIFI, large decks, 30' dock located?

This family-friendly Brighton cottage is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Island Pond, Brighton State Park and Island Pond Historical Society Museum. Island Pond Public Library and Don Eagle Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

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9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

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10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

18 August 2024

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

Beautiful Lake House

We loved the views- Lake great for swimming- lots to do nearby - would stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

1 August 2024

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

Great waterfront spot

Our family of 4 (including 2 young adults) very much enjoyed our stay. The location on the water was wonderful - for views all times of the day, relaxing on the deck or dock, and access for kayaks, stand up paddleboards, and swimming. Island Pond Lake is beautiful and clean, with a sandy bottom and very few weeds. The location was also great for easy access to the businesses in the town of Island Pond. Having a nearby town center with a few restaurants, shops, and a grocery store was a nice convenience that many of the towns in Northeast Kingdom don't offer. It was also close to great mountain biking in Burke and to many hiking trails. The house fit our needs well. The living room and dining area was very comfortable. We cooked about half of our meals and found the kitchen to be well stocked, including lots of good quality ceramic non-stick pans, plenty of dishes, and a dishwasher. The table on the main deck was perfect to seat 4 for dinner. There were plenty of beds for our family of 4. The upstairs bedrooms were a bit small for the size beds they held and the downstairs bedrooms were down a steep flight of stairs from the bathroom. But those were minor inconveniences, considering the positives that the house held. Although there are many beds, especially in one of the downstairs bedrooms, the house seems best suited for 4 or 5 people. More that that may get too crowded in the main living area and tiny bathroom. Overall, the place was great. We'd return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

22 July 2024

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

Chill Family Getaway!

My family & I absolutely loved the lakeside cottage! There were 6 of us and we had plenty of room. There is one bathroom, but it met all our needs. When we wanted to communicate with the owner he was very reachable and accommodating. There are two beds on the first floor/main level and there are three beds on the lower level. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen had all newer full size appliances. We spent most of our time outside on the water - we were lucky that the weather was beautiful. The lake water was very clear and warm to swim in. We rented paddleboards and a kayak from Clyde River Recreation. They dropped everything off the morning of our arrival and they picked everything up the morning we left. It was a great option to have available. If you’re someone who needs ac, there’s one window ac unit and it completely cooled off the whole main floor. Island Pond is a very small town. There isn’t too much in the town, but you can address all necessities. There’s one small grocery store, a Dollar General and a few small restaurants to eat-in or take-out…nothing fancy, but good. Quick drive to Canada, Newport VT and hiking trails-if you are looking to get about. And/or if you are an easy going family looking to just chill, relax and be on the water, you’ll love it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

16 July 2024

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

Summer vaca

Our family had an amazing week at this charming lake house. Waking up to the loons while drinking coffee on the deck was almost as awesome as watching the sunsets at night. The owner was very receptive and informative. On a rainy day, the inside was cozy with the same incredible view from the living area. We would stay here again for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

4 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great overall, but …

Place is great. As described. Very comfortable with excellent access to the lake. Wonderful views. Lake itself is clear with sandy bottom. Only issue was the VRBO check-in link wasn’t working and the key box access code was wrong. Also the owner was not responding due to a health issue so we were stuck checking in and couldn’t access the key box. It eventually worked out and we had a great stay. We’d go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lucy P.

6 August 2022

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

Island Pond Week

1. The inside of house was fairly clean. Beds and linens were great. 2. Stairs to the lower bedrooms were steep and narrow. 3.Being right on the water was truly wonderful. Lots of usable outdoor space on the porches which we really enjoyed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ariana W.

27 July 2022

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

Best location, right on the water, comfortable stay!

Waking up with the water in the center of your view is a feeling like no other. This house has been renovated nicely, is very comfortable and was overall lovely to stay in! The kitchen and other areas of the house are well stocked for your random stay needs, very thoughtful touches throughout. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jim N.

25 July 2022

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

Small Cottage in Great Location

We enjoyed our stay! The location is great - directly on the water and only a couple of minutes from the sleepy town of Island Pond. The latter has a number of restaurants and a small grocery store. It is definitely a "cottage", closer to neighbors than pics indicate, and with the lower level being a bit musty and only one bathroom, so I would not recommend filling this cottage to the max. But for our family of four, it was a perfect size and the location can't be beat. The deck, where we ate all of our grilled meals, has a beautiful view of the lake. We brought kayaks, which we launched from the shore every day. There is a wonderful metal dock, which was great for loon watching, but could nicely accommodate a larger boat, and the lake has a public boat launch at the southern end. Straight across the lake were some nice sandy beaches on the island and the opposite shore, which were great for swimming. We stayed in July, and at that time of year, the lake is very busy on the weekends, but was wonderfully quiet during the week. The host, Jason, was very responsive to my texts, whenever I had any questions prior to, or during, our visit, although cell service at the cottage is not great. I often only got cell service (via T-mobile) when I was in the middle of the lake, or in certain places in town.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brijal D.

28 August 2021

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

Great house, great location

It is a lovely lakeside house with a beautiful deck with wonderful views. The lake is very clean; we enjoyed kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming. The house is well equipped and exactly as described by the host. A second bathroom would have been helpful, otherwise great. Will definitely consider coming back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Alechia T.

25 August 2021

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

Great house

Great location. The house was as shown in pictures. Clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

22 August 2021

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

A Fun Week at the Lake

We enjoyed the wonderful view from the deck and hearing the Loons at night. I definitely recommend renting paddle boards and kayaks from the nearby boat rental business that brings them to the house and picks them up. When we weren't swimming or on the lake, we hiked and biked. Our adult kids rock climbed too. The day it rained, we went to St. Johnsbury. It was a relaxing week in a beautiful spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

9 August 2021

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

Another great stay

We love this cottage and had another great stay here at the cottage. Love being right on the water. At Jason’s recommendation we rented kayaks from Clyde River recreation easiest rental ever they were delivered within an hour of calling and had them for the week. Hiking is near by and went on a bass fishing tour on Lake Memphremagog as well as Jay peak water park. Thank You Jason for such a great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Judith A.

17 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice Cottage; Great Location

Nicely updated cottage on pristine Island Pond. Checking in was a problem as the code did not work. I followed directions and called the phone number provided but it went to voice mail twice. I never heard from the owner for four days. Luckily there was an unlocked window we climbed through, otherwise we would have had to drive home. I got the new code on Wednesday! The camp kitchen was well stocked with a full sized refrigerator and easy to use gas stove. The outdoor grill was in excellent condition and we used it for every dinner. I would definitely recommend as a great summer get away but the communication could have been better.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Bill K., Alexandria, Virginia

5 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peaceful lake, so-so house

We had a great time in Island Pond, but the house was lacking in some essentials. Pros: 1. Lovely quiet lake. If you are looking to get-away from it all, this is a good option. 2. Great wi-fi, no cell service for Verizon users, cable TV was fine. 3. We rented paddle boards from Clyde River outfitters and loved going out on them. We went swimming every day (had wonderful weather.) 4. We went to Parker's Pies for pizza and beer - fantastic! 5. We drove to Burlington and rented bikes and drove along the causeway - beautiful! Great restaurant in Burlington - Leunigs - highly recommend. 6. Great hiking, lovely backroads. 7. Brand new outdoor grill. We cooked on this every night. 8. The listing has incorrect outdoor furniture. There are no couches outdoors, but instead a table and 4 chairs. We ate outside every night and appreciated the table and chairs. 9. There is a window AC unit. We needed this every day except the last day. Cons: 1. The "bedrooms" upstairs are not true rooms. We were fortunate to only have 4 people and used one of the so-called rooms to sleep, and the other one to set our suitcases out on the bed. Beds were comfortable, pillows sucked, rooms were hot but we had unusually warm weather for Vermont. 2. Only one bathroom for 4 people, nowhere to hang towels. 3. A smell like a dirty moldy rug in the basement. If you are sleeping in the basement, you get that, plus you have to climb the stairs to use the bathroom. 4. The stairs are not the easiest to maneuver, the light to go downstairs was iffy (it usually would not work.) 5. The kitchen it tight. It lacked some essentials. We cooked a lot and made do. Found Libby's Meat Market and got some great meat. 6. The common room/living room can comfortably accommodate 4 people. The dining table indoors is small (they say in the it large.) We never ate inside because it seemed cramped, plus we had outstanding weather so enjoyed the outdoor setting for meals.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

jonathan l.

5 October 2020

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

Had a great fall foliage visit

The house has a beautiful view overlooking the lake. It is very well equipped and comfortable. We had a great time hiking, kayaking, cycling, and relaxing at the house. This area of Vermont is lovely and has much to offer. Owners were very helpful and accomodating. Would love to come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

30 September 2020

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

Great vacation

Property was as described in listing, clean and recently remodled. We were there for the foliage and views from the amazing deck were stunning. Beautiful spot in a beautiful setting.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

15 September 2020

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

Beautiful Lake cottage

Fantastic stay right on the lake.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jesse T.

9 September 2020

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

Late Summer Getaway

We had a fantastic trip to Island Pond. The house was as advertised and well equipped. Highly recommend Clyde’s for Kayak rentals. Would definitely recommend a stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keri G.

29 August 2020

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

Great lake-side get-away

We spent a very enjoyable vacation at this lovely lake-side home and took full advantage of what Island Pond had to offer. We loved that a kayak was included with the rental, and rented paddle boards from Clyde River recreation -- they delivered right to the dock. We also loved the proximity (~25 min.) to Kingdom Trails, which enabled us to enjoy both time on the water and on our mountain bikes. If you're into corn mazes, then a trip to the Great Vermont Corn Maze in Danville is well worth the drive. All-in-all an active, but relaxing, family vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Céline L.

18 August 2020

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

Spectacular place to play and stay!!!

Beautifully decorated and clean. Enough beds for everyone, furniture was comfortable. The dock was perfect for our 22 foot boat to be tied up to for the week of tubing and sunset cruises (oh and picnic lunches at the island). Great BBQ grill, well stocked kitchen with dishes, pots and pans. Morning coffee on the deck as the fog rolled off the pond was as magical as the pink and orange sunsets we got every night!!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

9 August 2020

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

Mountains and Lake Best Rental Ever

Perfect spot on Island Pond to rent. Beautiful swimming and boating just down the steps. Great running around the lake and hiking 5 min drive away. The two floors were perfect for teenagers downstairs and the rest of us upstairs. WiFi excellent if you need to still work and decent cell service if needed too. We loved are stay and will definitely come back here. The house is in perfect condition beautifully decorated, wonderful porch furniture, fully stocked kitchen it has more than everything you need. Owners easy to get a hold of if needed. Love this place. 5 stars from both teenagers and adults!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., Vermont

18 July 2020

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

Relaxing Retreat

Property was clean, well maintained and tastefully decorated. Comfortable furniture inside and out. Despite having a week with some rain and clouds, we had a great time. We rented kayaks from Clyde's which were delivered right to the beach. Also recommend kayaking down Clyde River. The house has plenty of rafts, tubes, etc. and one kayak. It is a 5.5 mile bike ride around Island Pond (recommend clockwise for less hills!) We enjoyed eating outside at Eastside in Newport, Orange Rind in East Burke and take-out at Jessie's Little Kitchen. The grill on the deck was great and kitchen was well stocked at the house. At night we had several bonfires by the beach (Bought a bundle of firewood down Head of the Pond Rd). It was great to have a big washer/drier, too. The driveway is a bit steep, but easy to turn around at the bottom and there is parking spots up top, too. We enjoyed this nicely updated cottage and hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

5 July 2020

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

Clean, Cozy and Comfy

The cabin was exactly as described. Kitchen was fully stocked. Jason was helpful and responsive with any questions we had.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gloria B.

29 June 2020

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

A lovely stay on a beautiful lake

We had a wonderful stay in this clean, well-kept house directly on the shore of Island Pond (which is actually a lake with a beautiful island in the center). Everything you may need is supplied from fresh linens, kitchen items, and similar. Just bring what you need to stock the fridge and get ready to rest and relax, swim, and enjoy. We brought our bikes and kayaks and spent the days swimming, sun bathing, biking, walking, paddling, and more. We were blessed with great weather and wonderful neighbors next door. We sat on the lakeshore enjoying a fire at night before settling in to rest, drifting off to the sounds of the waves rolling up on the lakeshore. Perfect. From a booking and stay management perspective, the owners are very responsive to any communications, the check in process was easy and clear. Kayaks on site would be great as it took a bit to get ours to and from the water but otherwise we had everything we needed/wanted.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert T., Scarborough, Maine (United States)

4 November 2019

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

Peaceful and Comfortable

On the spur of the moment, we decided to look into alternatives to hotels in the area (work-related visit in Derby, VT) and chose this rental. It was worth the effort, and we loved every moment! Clean, updated, and very comfortable! Owner was responsive and accommodating. We highly recommend this property for a quiet getaway in the beautiful mountains of the Northern Kingdom of Vermont!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jason Waldo

I live in MA and have been going to Island Pond for years. I’ve always enjoyed the quiet surroundings, pristine views and crystal clear water. I bought the home to be able to enjoy the area and to rent it out to others so they can enjoy the best parts of Island Pond without the hassle of ownership. I am always available for vacation ideas so that you can get the most out of your stay and enjoy the best things to do in the area.

Why they chose this property

I have been going to Island Pond for many years and found this to be the best location on the lake. It is very quiet and the lake bottom is mostly sandy and the slope into the lake is perfect. There is no overgrowth of weeds in the water and you get a perfect sunrise. I rented here in the past and when it came up for sale I bought it!

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Location, location, location!

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