Lovely Cottage, Completely Remodeled Two Bedroom One Bath Can Accommodate Six.

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View from your porch to enjoy a glass of wine.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125.4 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Pet-friendly
Kitchen

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New Preston, CT

Lake Waramaug
‪1 min walk‬
Hopkins Vineyard
‪3 min walk‬
Lake Waramaug State Park
‪4 min drive‬
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford)
‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This completely remodeled cottage includes all amenities, complete kitchen accessories, linens, towels, washer & dryer and outdoor grill.

Ideally located overlooking pristine Lake Waramaug. Large front porch has wicker furniture and cushions to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets.

The lake is ideal for state stocked fishing, as well as boating.
The cottage is only 90 min. from N.Y, to enjoy the Berkshire area and historic Litchfield County

Bliss cottage is a fun retreat where you can take an early morning walk or bike around the lake. It is within driving distance of historic Litchfield for great shopping, antiquing and theaters. Award winning Hopkins Vineyard and Hopkins Inn are available for wine tasting and dining a short walk from the cottage.

Citied in the book 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. 'One of the most beautiful lakes in the world'

Come and enjoy the rest and relaxation that is Bliss Cottage.
Full season rates are available through the fall foliage time frame with discount, Please contact owner.

Property manager

Tom Maguire

Languages

English

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs under 40 pounds please.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

On deck or behind house please.No-smoking in house

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, 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

New Preston

Located in New Preston, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center and White Memorial Conservation Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Clarke Outdoors and Flanders Nature Center. Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden and The Christmas Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

New Preston, CT

What's nearby

Lake Waramaug - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Hopkins Vineyard - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lake Waramaug State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Bantam Lake - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
Kent Falls State Park - 23 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

Appalachian Trail - 42 min drive
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪The White Horse - ‬7 min drive
‪Warren General - ‬7 min drive
‪Community Table - ‬9 min drive
‪Hopkins Inn - ‬2 min walk
‪Kent Falls Brewing - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Cottage, Completely Remodeled Two Bedroom One Bath Can Accommodate Six. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Lovely Cottage, Completely Remodeled Two Bedroom One Bath Can Accommodate Six. located?

Located in New Preston, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Lake Waramaug and Hopkins Vineyard. Lake Waramaug State Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Beverly F.

20 October 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

Tom’s cottage was perfect for a short weekend away with close friends. The property was beautiful with perfect views of the lake and the foliage. The cottage was updated and had ALL the amenities to ensure your stay was exceptional. The pastries and fresh bread and butter were wonderfullly delicious and appreciated. Thank you Tom for your hospitality!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A.

20 September 2017

Terrific place to stay!

Loved staying at this cottage. Beautiful location and perfect for the weekend! Thank you, Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

23 April 2024

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

Truly a Blissful Stay

The property and location is beautiful. The house is extremely well appointed and the host is amazing. Great communication and we felt very welcome. The restaurant and vineyard right next door were great and we enjoyed both. It's a lovely area and we will definitely return!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susan L.

11 June 2021

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

Excellent stay - thanks, Tom!

What a charming little cottage. Thanks for the delicious treats. Would love to come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

3 August 2017

Wonderful, relaxing weekend

Had a lovely weekend in this cottage. The lake was crystal clear and great for swimming, the cottage is right near an inn that serves breakfast (which is quite convenient), and the surrounding area is lovely, with little towns to explore. Perfect for a getaway weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y., Essex Junction VT

16 June 2023

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

Perfect

The house was amazing.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

15 October 2023

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

Fall peeping

Great location with a beautiful porch overlooking the lake. A walkable neighborhood with friendly people. Lots of small shops and restaurants a stones throw away. So quiet and relaxing.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

anne M.

20 April 2019

Excellent

Tom is a very nice host. His house is great and very comfortable. Lovely place.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jen N.

27 March 2022

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

Cozy cottage on beautiful lake

Had a great time. Tom was available and helpful. Cottage is clean and comfortable and tranquil. Close to plenty of restaurants, shops, wineries.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaelin M.

10 June 2021

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

Wonderful Getaway

The cottage was lovely, and perfect for a nice weekend getaway for two. The view was great, and sitting on the front porch was so relaxing. Tom was a great host and very communicative and provided everything you would want and then some! Hopefully we will be able to go back next year.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane G., Gloucester, MA

22 June 2022

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

comfortable cottage with spectacular view

This is a well-equipped cottage with a great porch for reading, visiting and enjoying the wonderful view of Lake Waramaug. The king bed was very comfortable and the owner was prompt in replying to messages and very easy and pleasant.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

13 June 2024

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

CT

This is the second time I've rented the house. It's still amazing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G., Voorhees, New Jersey USA

30 October 2021

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

Charming cottage with incredible view

This cozy cottage was perfect! It had everything we needed, including a great view of Lake Waramaug. Beds were super comfy and all linens were included. Hiking and biking trails were nearby. The Hopkins Inn and the Hopkins winery are right next door, and my husband and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at the Inn and shopping at the winery's gift store.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

11 July 2015

What a find!

We had such an enjoyable time at this cottage. In addition to the great layout and general great condition of the house, the main benefits included access to the beach owned by the Hopkins Inn and the convenience of having the inn and restaurant next door. We would definitely return!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alisha S.

5 August 2016

Great stay, great house, great host!

Beautiful location walking distance to a great restaurant, wonderful vineyard, and practically a private beach all to yourself! What a retreat. Clean and renovated to perfection. We loved this place. We loved the surroundings and felt as if we were a world away. The owner was also very accommodating and extremely kind. I would recommend this place to anyone who "wants to get away from it all", even for a weekend. We would stay again and hope to do so soon. -Mark and Alisha

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lana s.

18 July 2017

Peaceful cottage getaway

We stayed at Tom's cottage in July to get away from the city for some peace and quiet. The cottage was perfect for relaxing on the porch in the comfy chairs and rocking chairs with the great view of the lake and hills. Kitchen had everything we needed. We didn't grill but it seemed to have everything needed if we wanted to. Tom was great and answered every question we had. Was nice meeting you Tom! Lake was great for walking down to the beach as well as canoeing and paddle boarding. We had a great time!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

shannon v.

21 September 2018

Wonderful Getaway

My husband and I wanted a quick getaway where our dogs could swim. Tom’s Bliss Cottage is exactly that...blissful. It was comfortable and clean. The wonderful muffins that greeted us was a nice touch. Tom stopped by to make sure everything was to our liking, and we enjoyed chatting with him. We had my in-laws and a few friends up for a visit to sit on the porch and have some wine and cheese while taking in the view. Hopefully the diners at the Hopkins Inn didn’t mind some singing with their dinner. We would definitely recommend Tom’s cottage if you are looking for a peaceful retreat. The private beach on the lake is a short drive or walk from the cottage.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

4 June 2023

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

Wonderful Cottage and Beautiful Area

Everything was as described. It was the perfect escape by the lake to decompress and enjoy the surrounding area. Host was friendly and called before the arrival date. He went over a few things and answered questions. He left some fresh bread and baked goods to enjoy and everything I needed was available. The only issue I had was with the coffee maker which just needs some maintenance. My dogs got to come and enjoy the lake and some great walks as well. Good fishing off of the semi-private beach, 4 bass averaging 2-3 lbs., that I could land. It was difficult because of the bank, bring a net and watch for wildlife if you want to fish! The cottage and location was exactly what I was looking for. I would definitely recommend checking it out if you want to enjoy the lake and do some hiking.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paige B., Sanibel, FL

29 August 2015

Lovely place to decompress!

Pure simplicity at its best! Run the lake, hike in Steep Rock (3 preserves with a variety of trails) or enjoy the waterfront a short walking distance away. Daily kayak and paddle board rentals available at Sportsmen's in Litchfield. Area is filled with lovely dining options. Hopkins Inn next door offers three meals daily. The patio has a beautiful view of the Lake Warmaug. 9 Main in New Preston is great for breakfast/lunch sandwiches. There is also Bantam Bread, Arethusa and West Shore Seafood in Bantam (BYOB picnic style dining and warm lobster roll with butter is a must). The White Horse and Upper Crust Pizza in Marbledale/New Milford are casual options with indoor/outdoor dining. All are within 10 minutes of the house as are several area markets/wine shops. If you like antiques, Woodbury is about a 25 minute drive and on Sunday there is the Elephants Trunk Flea Market in New Milford. Tom Maguire and his family could have not been more gracious. Look forward to returning.

10/10 Excellent

William G.

13 June 2022

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

Great Lake Cottage

Cottage and grounds are nicer than pictures indicate. Owner / Property manager is responsive and helpful. Location is A+. Great getaway for a small family. Hope to visit again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jasmani F.

29 May 2022

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

Strongly recommend as a hotel/inn alternative

The host was excellent and the property was a very comfortable environment. Strongly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlo d.

25 April 2022

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

Great stay

Woke up to playing records on the turn table and enjoying a cup of coffee on the front porch with a beautiful lake view.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

31 October 2021

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

Great place!

Tom was really nice. The place looked great when we got there. Beautiful this time of year!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Henry K.

25 April 2021

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

Memories Relived

Our host welcomed us after a long journey from Wisconsin, with wonderful jam, and handmade baked goods to enjoy. After being away from CT. for 30 years, we totally enjoyed the cottage and its' great view. The records and turntable fit right in with our memory tour. Everything was perfect! John and Barb K.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

14 April 2021

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

Hidden Gem in CT!

We could not have been more impressed with our stay at this cottage! Tom took such great care of us and we truly felt safe, clean, and comfortable during this covid-19 era. A true hidden gem that we couldn't recommend enough- Peaceful, beautiful, and with all you could need within walking distance!

About the host

Hosted by Tom Maguire

This family owned property, was once part of the family's ownership of Hopkins Inn as well as the two homes next to the cottage. Passing down from generation to generation this is the fourth season that it will be available for rental since complete remodeling in 2015. Please see the comments that past guests have posted.

Why they chose this property

There is not a better view of Lake Waramaug available for renting. This is the only property for rental with a fabulous southern exposure as well as dining and vineyard within walking distance.

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