The Lake House on Lake Waramaug
New Preston, Northwest Hills Planning Region, United States View On Map
About this Rental
The Lake House on Lake Waramaug Stay in the Washington, CT: Voted "Most charming small town in Connecticut" by Afar magazine!https://www.afar.com/magazine/the-most-charming-small-towns-in-each-u-s-state?fbclid=IwAR2WABFwWE21KCzj7BirVBp8vvAZu91gkmz1VPpFw6KXFYh3MNhPBI1hEsQWaterfront House on Lake Waramaug! Plenty of room for your family vacation!Offseason rates/Discounts Through MDW3-day weekend/sta...
The Lake House on Lake Waramaug Stay in the Washington, CT: Voted "Most charming small town in Connecticut" by Afar magazine!https://www.afar.com/magazine/the-most-charming-small-towns-in-each-u-s-state?fbclid=IwAR2WABFwWE21KCzj7BirVBp8vvAZu91gkmz1VPpFw6KXFYh3MNhPBI1hEsQWaterfront House on Lake Waramaug! Plenty of room for your family vacation!Offseason rates/Discounts Through MDW3-day weekend/stay - 20% discountWeekly stay - 40% discountMonthly stay - 60% discount The Lake House, 121 West Shore Road***Recently added Electric Vehicle (EV) Level 2 Charger***NOTE: At the bottom of this description please read further about our guest LINEN SERVICE, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FEE, CLEANING PROTOCOL which utilizes CDC-recommended processes, sanitizers and automated sanitizer application and our FLEXIBLE PANDEMIC POLICY.Located near Cheeree Point on Lake Waramaug in the foothills of the Berkshires (https://www.discoverlitchfieldhills.com/day-trips), this historic home is right on the water. It provides a perfect vacation location for a family in the summer, a quiet getaway weekend of leaf-peeping in the fall, or a winter ski weekend at https://www.mohawkmtn.com/. Completely renovated in 2016, the house was upgraded with central air/heat, a modern kitchen, a den, an additional bath, and more windows for expanded lake views.The Lake House has two zone central air/heat. There are two HDTV ROKU televisions. ROKU Television allows you to bring your own streaming service, such as NetFlix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, AT&T, etc. You just select the app, enter your credentials, and start streaming movies or live TV. The dining room seats 6 comfortably, with additional table leaves available for entertaining. The renovated kitchen contains a breakfast counter and stools for two. Enjoy a cookout on the outdoor gas grill within the furnished outdoor patio. For those times when work calls we have whole-home high speed WiFi internet access throughout the house and a large office desk available. Lots and lots of places for relaxation, conversation and reading on our furnished front porch, back patio, and waterfront area. Enjoy lake views from the efficiently laid out kitchen with quartz counter tops, drawer space and overhead cabinets. We have a counter depth refrigerator with ice maker and a beverage cooler within the cabinetry. It also has a gas stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster oven, a traditional coffee maker, and a Keurig coffee maker. We are fully stocked for all that you need for preparation and serving.Our home has a laundry closet with front loading washer and dryer. Our historic home lacks closet space. We provide key-less entry into our home with a remotely programmed electronic front door key pad. Check-in and check-out is contact free. The entry code is remotely custom programmed for each guest prior to their arrival.Flexible pandemic policy: In then event of a Pandemic, or other catastrophe, such that a municipal, county, state or federal executive order, resolution, proclamation, statute, regulation or other directive prohibits the owner and/or owner's parties from giving possession of the property to the tenant at the time the rental term commences, the tenant may reschedule their vacation to another time frame, mutually agreed to by tenant and owner, or receive a credit for the amount of funds paid to the owner, to-date. This credit may be applied to a future time frame that is mutually agreed to by owner and tenant.The owner has engaged a Property Manager to provide a concierge-level service for the enjoyment, health, and safety of guests from booking to checkout. This service provides: contactless check-in & check-out, Q&A support regarding the functioning of the house, vacation preparation information, information regarding Washington local recreational & entertainment activities, assistance for urgent repair services, and a hands-on focus throughout guest's stay to enable a fantastic vacation experience. This service is managed by Novegy Solutions, LLC. LINEN SERVICE: Pillows and comforters are provided for our guests. Our guests may elect to bring their own linens or request the use of the house-linens. House-linens include sheets, pillow cases and towels. The fee for use of the house linens is $200.00. Guests may request the house linens in their note at time of booking or anytime after booking up to 14 days prior to their arrival. If requested the fee will be charged after booking.Our CLEANING SERVICE follows CDC-recommended guidelines. The house is sanitized with CDC-approved disinfectant prior to every guest's arrival. The CDC-approved disinfectant is applied utilizing a high-efficiency automatic electronic ULV fogger. It delivers 50 micron sanitizer droplets evenly and directly on exposed surfaces in an efficient mist. The CDC-approved disinfectant is rated to kill biological contagions within10 minutes of application. It is applied to exposed surfaces and touch-points throughout the house, such as knobs, counters, cabinets, kitchen appliances, bathrooms, furniture, window treatments, window fixtures, remote controls, thermostats and switches. We provide key-less entry into our home with a remotely programmed electronic front door key pad. Check-in and check-out is contact free. The entry code is remotely custom programmed for each guest prior to their arrival.FLEXIBLE PANDEMIC POLICY: In the event of a Pandemic or other catastrophic event such that a municipal, county, state or federal executive order, resolution, proclamation, statute, regulation or other directive prohibits the owner and/or owner's parties from giving possession of the property to the tenant at the time the rental term commences, the tenant may reschedule their vacation to another timeframe, mutually agreed to by tenant and owner, or receive a credit for the amount of funds paid to the owner, to-date. This credit may be applied to a future timeframe that is mutually agreed to by owner and tenant.An $800 refundable security credit card hold is automatically placed on guest's credit card 30 days prior to check-in.NOTE: There are three fees:1. Guest may elect to use house linens for $200 charge.2. A $225cleani ng fee to clean the unit after your departure.3. A 6% Property Management Fee to provide concierge-level service during your stay (assessed after booking)
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Internet
- Computer monitor
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Games
- Television
- Smart TV
- DVD player
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
- EV car charger
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Lake view
Beach
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
- Car required
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Oven
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Separate dining area
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Smart TV
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
- Firepit
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk chair
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- On the waterfront
- On a lake
Things to do
- Boat
- Snow sports gear
- Birdwatching nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Kayak
- Water sports equipment
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
General
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 1,400 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Guests may elect to bring linens or request the use of the house-linens. The fee for house-linens is: $200. Guests may request linens after booking.: Guests may elect to bring linens or request the use of the house-linens. The fee for house-linens is: $200. Guests may request linens after booking.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
About the area
New Preston
Located in New Preston, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center and Sloane-Stanley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include White Memorial Conservation Center and Flanders Nature Center. Clarke Outdoors and Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden are also worth visiting. Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Nearby locations
- Lake Waramaug 1 min walk
- Mount Bushnell State Park 13 min walk
- Lake Waramaug State Park 4 min drive
- Hopkins Vineyard 6 min drive
- Kent Falls State Park 27 min drive
Getting around
- Appalachian Trail 41 min drive
- Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury Oxford)
Restaurants
- The White Horse Country Pub 5 min drive
- Warren General 10 min drive
- Community Table 8 min drive
- Hopkins Inn 6 min drive
- Kent Falls Brewing 7 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Lake House on Lake Waramaug pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Lake House on Lake Waramaug?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Lake House on Lake Waramaug?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Lake House on Lake Waramaug located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Waramaug and Mount Bushnell State Park. Lake Waramaug State Park is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.