Norwich Lake Vacation Rental cottage

Quaint and Quiet Cottage with Lake Rights and Private Dock

Norwich Lake cottage rental - The Cottage
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Description Cottage, 950 sq. ft.,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 1 Bathroom
Amenities lake, mountain, garden, pets considered, parking, fireplace
Rates No rental rates available - please contact the owner
Denise Adams
413-667-3639
413-585-5900
Speaks: English
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of the Norwich Lake vacation cottage rental 2 bedrooms with new mattresses 2008, 1 bath, sleeps 6

Welcome to Mountain Laurel Cottage on Norwich Lake. Available May 15-Oct.15. You'll feel as though you've been transported back to a simpler time when you step from the huge screened porch into the open living area with fieldstone fireplace. Living area flows into the original 1947 retro kitchen complete with modern appliances. Two bedrooms with two twin beds that can be put together to make a king. The living area has a trundle bed couch which opens to a queen or separated for twins. The porch has 3 loungers and a daybed. One bath with large shower. The cottage is set up and back from the dirt road on over an acre of land with amazing sunset views over the Berkshire Mountains. The lake is behind the cottage, a quick drive or 10 minute walk to the lakefront and private dock with a canoe and paddle boat. You'll be inspired for many outdoor activities! Or relax on the porch with a good book or one of the many games or puzzles as there is no TV, just a radio/CD player.
Norwich Lake cottage rental - The Cottage

The Cottage
Norwich Lake cottage rental - great screened porch

great screened porch
Norwich Lake cottage rental - dock and lake front spot

dock and lake front spot
Norwich Lake cottage rental - sunset view from porch across front road

sunset view from porch across front road
Norwich Lake cottage rental - retro kitchen and dining area, all original

retro kitchen and dining area, all original
Norwich Lake cottage rental - nice living room

nice living room
Norwich Lake cottage rental - livng room and view to bedrooms

livng room and view to bedrooms
Norwich Lake cottage rental - living room view

living room view
Norwich Lake cottage rental - lush front yard and gardens

lush front yard and gardens
Norwich Lake cottage rental - bath

bath
Norwich Lake cottage rental - back bedroom

back bedroom
Norwich Lake cottage rental - front bedroom

front bedroom

Location: Berkshires < Massachusetts < USA

Nearest Airport: Bradley International, Hartford, CT at 60 Miles
Nearest Train: Springfield, MA at 25 Miles
Nearest Motorway: Rr. I-91 at 17 Miles
Car: recommended
Western Mass is a treasure of nature providing an abundance of outdoor activites along with great culture, the arts and fine dining. We're surrounded by colleges and therefore have quite the eclectic mix of friendly folks who'll make you feel right at home.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Norwich Lake, Massachusetts

No rental rates available - please contact the owner

Additional information about rental rates

  • A 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon reservation.
  • Rental balance and Damage/Cleaning deposit is due 30 days prior to reservation.
  • The $200.00 refundable Damage/Cleaning deposit will be returned to RENTER within 30 days after rental. Often, if there are no problems, the deposit is mailed within the first week after rental.

Fees

Cleaning:
$200

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Norwich Lake, Massachusetts

Property Type:
  • cottage
Floor Area:
  • 950 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • lake
  • mountain
Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all
General:
  • restaurant dining guide
  • soaps basic
  • activities guide
  • filtered water
  • firewood
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • alarm clock
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
Kitchen:
  • oven
  • refrigerator
  • cooking utensils
  • blender
  • stove top burners
  • freezer
  • lobster pot
  • microwave
  • spices
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • iron & board
Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 6 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower
  • Very large shower stall and great retro fittings.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 2 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin/ Single
  • The two twin beds in each room can easily be moved together to create a king. New mattresses 2008.
Entertainment:
  • books
  • audio tape player
  • books kids
  • radio
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • piano
  • CD
  • books adult
Outside:
  • garden
  • canoe
  • parking off street
  • boat
  • dock boatslip
  • parking
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • screened porch/lanai
  • walkway to water
  • porch/lanai
  • 2 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • long term renters welcome
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • sailing
  • mountaineering
  • wind-surfing
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • antiquing
  • tennis
  • golf
  • roller blading
  • cycling
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
  • hunting
  • fishing
Onsite Equipment:
  • boat+paddles
  • beach chairs
  • pedal boat
Attractions:
  • cinemas
  • groceries
  • library
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • fitness center
  • pond
  • arboretum
  • laundromat
  • autumn foliage
  • equestrian events
  • museums
  • forests
  • hospital
  • playground
  • marina
  • ATM/bank
  • theme parks
  • water parks
Leisure Activities:
  • live theater
  • water tubing
  • hiking
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling
  • bird watching
  • fly fishing
  • hunting small game
  • sledding
  • whitewater rafting
  • mountain climbing
  • paddle boating
  • freshwater fishing
  • rafting
  • outlet shopping
  • ice skating
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • winery tours
  • coin laundry
  • waterfalls
  • zoo
  • restaurants
  • synagogues
  • scenic drives
Nearby Activities:
  • ski privileges optional
  • golf privileges optional
  • ski lift privileges
Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Notes: Bed linens and towels need to be brought by the renter, not provided. Dogs will be considered on individual basis with a refundable $200.00 deposit for damage/cleaning. The cottage is really a retreat away from our techno world, simple basics. Unplug and relax at Mountain Laurel!

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Norwich Lake, Massachusetts

Lake activities: Many hiking trails and amazing views. The lake is pristine and fairly quiet especially during the week, you may be one of just a few folks out on the water. Weekends get a bit busier but never crowded. Swimming, boating, fishing or just floating away the afternoon. Hampshire YMCA in Northampton operates Camp Norwich on the lake with week long day camp programs for kids. You relax while the kids splash the days away.

Close attractions.: The lake is only 20 minutes from Northampton, a thriving university town and cultural center offering theater, the arts, antiquing and the best dining found anywhere. Spa services are available at many local shops. It is only 35 minutes from Lee and Lenox, home of Tanglewood, great antiquing also and shopping outlet.

great retreat: Mountain Laurel is 20 minutes from Smith College and 40 minutes from Amherst College and UMASS Amherst. 45 minutes to Mount Holyoke and Hampshire Colleges making it a nice place for summer students. Or a quiet writers retreat.

Other Activities: live theater and dance, Tanglewood summer concert series, cinemas

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Norwich Lake, Massachusetts

Rating
5 out of 5

Best. Fireplace. Ever.

G-Ram New Haven, CT
Review Submitted: October 10, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2009
This was a perfect fall foliage spot for a get-together with a great friend I hadn't seen in two years. The cabin itself is spacious and clean, with a great screened in porch that came in handy when it rained. The lake is just a short stroll away from the cabin and is picturesque, and the cabin is just a short 20 minute drive from Northampton (where Smith College is located), which is a really interesting, eclectic town with good restaurants and a couple great bars. But, without doubt, the true highlight of our stay was the incredible fireplace that Denise and Chad (who are gracious and friendly hosts) informed us was built by Amish tradesmen years ago. Although the cabin is only three-season, we kept a fire roaring for hours and the place stayed cozy (firewood is provided, which is a huge plus in my book). We spent hours sitting around the fire, catching up while drinking way too many beers. And regarding the deposit, we had no issues at all. There were three of us all told, plus a dog. We stayed for a weekend, and it rained all day Saturday, though we still went hiking, dog and all. We tried to keep the place tidy, cleaned it up for about 30-45 minutes before leaving, and received our entire deposit back. Thanks, Denise and Chad--we had a perfect weekend and will be back!
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Rating
4 out of 5

Great rental, excellent price

Eric G. Washington, DC
Review Submitted: July 29, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2008
I was hesitant about renting this property because there was only one review that complained about the security deposit. I'm going to put that to rest right now. Once a year, me and 5-6 other college buddies get together and hang out for the weekend. We were there for 3 days, used the kitchen repeatedly and we only spent about 45 mins cleaning up before we left. Again, that's 6 guys cleaning! :)

We had no problem with the security deposit and received the whole thing back!

The house was very comfortable and very quiet. I would highly recommend this property for a quiet getaway. The lake is just a stone's throw away. We honestly didn't spend much time away from the cabin though.

Thanks for a great weekend!
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Rating
3 out of 5

OK if...

Balzac Massachusetts
Review Submitted: November 5, 2007 Date of Stay: October 2007
This property is accurately described in the listing. It is generally a nice cabin with a great fireplace. There is enough hot water & the kitchen is generally well equipped. Unfortunately, we had some issues. The beds are ancient and very uncomfortable - very soft and wrapped in plastic that makes noise whenever you shift. The owner requires you to bring your own sheets & towels; you may find this cumbersome. Also the owner requires that the cabin be returned "just as you found it". This includes cleaning the bathroom & kitchen, vacuuming the floors and putting each and every item back exactly where it was found. From their note, leaving last minute dishes in the drainer was unacceptable, moving a small mat wasn't OK, the couch pillows were not placed in the correct spots, and the items on the kitchen table had been shifted. If you want a quaint cabin near a nice lake and if you don't mind hauling in all your own linens, scrubbing and cleaning the place from top to bottom, and making a mental note where all the items are positioned, then this is the place for you. We left the place reasonably clean and orderly and were charged a cleaning fee. In hindsight, having to act as the landlord's cleaning service doesn't seem like much of a vacation and we won't be returning here anytime soon.
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