A firepit, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location
Light and bright defines the newly renovated cabin boasting spectacular wood throughout and freshly decorated rooms. Radiant heated marble tiles offer cozy warmth during cooler moments as guests gather in the large 20 x 20' kitchen. There is a main floor queen bedroom with a cathedral ceiling an additional shower and toilet area along with enhanced lake views! There is also another first floor full bath with a Jacuzzi tub and a shower too. The second floor has another queen room, and a third room with two twin beds; these share a conveniently located half bath. The house has a screened in porch and various spots both inside and out to watch the prominent wildlife. Bird lovers will be allured by an incredible sanctuary where ducks, blue herons, geese, songbirds and even an occasional bald eagle an be spotted! Outdoor activities such as running/biking, fishing/boating are an easy walk away. The abutting lake does grow weeds seasonally, especially in the summer months, which will limit water activities. For conditions during your stay message us.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
Accessible parking space
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a lake
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We ask that guests keep the pets off furniture.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Discuss event plans with the host.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Discuss event plans with the host.
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
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
Property Registration Number C1697888103
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Lanesborough, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Outback are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Greylock State Reservation and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center. Lichtenstein Center for the Arts and Berkshire Museum are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Lanesborough travel guide
Is Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Cheshire Reservoir and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pontoosuc Lake and St Mary's of the Assumption Church. Mount Greylock State Reservation and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Wildlife Lakeside Cottage
beautiful views, amazing wildlife, great location Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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The cottage was lovely and clean. We very much enjoyed the outdoor space, even in October! and stayed an extra night! Jill was wonderful and available for any questions and recommendations.
We love this comfortable and well equipped cottage -- close to the Ashuwillticook bike path, great kitchen space, wonderful balcony and screened porch. We're repeat visitors and will return again!
Very clean, comfortable and secluded without being isolated. A big portion of the backyard was literally underwater due to the unusual amount of rain. But the water was clean and the kids and the dog had a blast playing in it!
This was a great spot, it felt like we were on our own private island! Cabin is on the small side, but has everything you need with spectacular lake views. My kids are in college in Mass and NY, so it was better to rent the house and meet there for Thanksgiving, we had a wonderful time. Antiquing and other activities in the area. Also great hiking, but a little too cold on our trip. We did miss having a dishwasher
The house was very comfortable for our family of four. Very peaceful location perfect for relaxing out on the deck. The kitchen could use additional glassware and a new coffee maker. Otherwise the house is well equipped.
Host was very responsive. And when it snowed, they coordinated somebody to come and snowblow the driveway (twice!). Place is very quiet, spacious. Directions for how to use the home was very straightforward! (thermostats, jacuzzi)Great experience!
House was very clean, family friendly, host was very attentive with communication and quickly fixed a very routine issue that didn’t even interfere with our stay
We love this comfortable cottage and quiet location, perfect for a relaxing vacation spent bird watching, biking the nearby rail trail, and hiking with our dog. This was our fourth time staying here-- impressed with the beautiful updates to the master bedroom, now a suite with its own bathroom! We'll be coming back again!
This house is immaculate. Loved the fire pit and the jacuzzi. Very comfortable house. We spent quite a bit of time relaxing on the deck of the living room. We did get a bit lost getting there, but the caretaker, Jill, was readily available and not only helped us with directions, but gave us suggestions on where to go for groceries, etc. Very friendly and helpful woman.
We loved our stay at this cute, comfortable house -- drinking coffee on the deck and watching the birds, biking and dog walking on the nearby Ashuwillticook trail, relaxing on the screened porch in the afternoon. Very nice kitchen and bath, with everything you could need for a relaxing getaway!
This lake house was exactly what we hoped for in an anniversary weekend trip. The wildlife, peacefulness, hot tub, and bonfire were all perfect. Jill was so quick to respond and seemed to really care about the quality of our time at her home. We’d love to come again!
Lovely home next to lake. Many hiking/lake spots within a reasonable drive. Lovely small waterfall along the driveway. Very close to rail trail. Walk to fishing spot as well as good fishing in nearby lakes. As noted in the property description,on/in the lake activities during the summer months are limited by plant growth in the lake. Spent sometime watching the birds on the lake. Dog friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
20 May 2016
Private lakeside cottage
This was our favorite rental so far. We loved to privacy, the location on the water, and the closeness to the walking trail. The cottage was very comfortable and there was plenty of space for all 6 of us. We had an enjoyable trip and the kids absolutely loved playing there. It was great to have direct contact with the homeowners throughout the visit.
We enjoyed our stay at the lake house. House was cute and location was great for what we were there for , less then 15 minutes from skiing. There’s a target less then two miles away and
a good bar/ restaurant also two miles away. Good for a burger or a sandwich.
Communication with the property owner was outstanding, she was quick to answer any questions we had and to let us know she was there if we needed anything ! We look forward to coming back again.
This cottage is very clean, incredibly cozy and has plenty of space to enjoy a weekend without ever leaving. The rail trail is in walking distance and a quick walk results in phenomenal views. The kitchen is full of maps of other area hikes, as well. The owners were quick to respond when we noted we'd arrived and seemed genuinely interested in our happiness. We hope to come back in the summer and head out on the lake! The only negative thing about this place is that we had to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
jason H.
16 Oct 2017
Just what we needed- Serenity
Book this house in any and all seasons. Living in Brooklyn and working in Manhattan may be the dream for many, but it's hard living. We needed some peace and quiet. We chose to stay here and never regretted the decision.
The house is an absolute dream. It has mid century charm as well as all of the modern conveniences and luxuries. Heated marble floors, a 2 person spa tub, large 4k TV and more. The front, screened, porch has 4 comfortable seats and reading light. Two of the seats are slide/rockers and the others are large Adirondack chairs. I would recommend you bring a couple camping fold chairs with you.
The lake offers beautiful views of wildlife and provides a great deal of privacy. While the water levels were too low to kayak in the section behind the house this week, the other section is ideal. In other seasons or different years you will likely be able to put the kayak or canoe in the water just behind the deck. Perhaps one day they will install a small dock/walkway to aid in this. Even without I would recommend this to anyone looking for a large home and peace.
The location is simple amazing for any guests, regardless of their agenda. We were there for leaf peeping(peak week!) and to re-live a trip we took 20 years earlier as teenagers.
Activities nearby: The lake house is minutes from Jiminy Peak ski resort(all seasons activities)
other ski options
Tanglewood music venue(world class)
Mount Greylock and dozens of other hikes for all abilities
Fishing
Biking
Hunting
Antiques
Excellent live theater
Very good food
Close to Bennington VT (or drive a little more for Brattleboro. It's worth it!)
Lenox, Great Barrington, Williamstown and more destinations to visit for Berkshire charm.
Outlet shopping at Lee
Target is 5 mins away for food or other needs at the house. The kitchen in the house is outstanding!
I can go on and on about the wonderful home David and his wife have created. It is warm, inviting and fills you with a sense of peace. Ending each day there will create memories you will cherish for years.
Note: if you are not an outdoors person, prepare yourself. This isn't a suburban lifestyle. The home is modern and clean but you are IN nature. You will see animals and insects on your journey. Live with nature, don't fight it.
**Also be mindful that a very sweet cat lives in the nearby home and sometimes can be seen near the Rambling stream or waterfall that runs parallel to the driveway. Please drive slow to protect our friend
A great great spot. Very charming, very private, highly recommend. Communication with host was very easy and quick response.The location is very lovely and it feels very isolated while being very close to the main area.
Great location, close to all of the attractions the Berkshires has to offer. Cozy home, great for families with busy babies and pets. Super responsive hosts, thanks!