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Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
5 bedrooms, desk, internet, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Westmore, VT
  • Popular LocationLake Willoughby1 min walk
  • Popular LocationNorth Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Pisgah8 min drive
  • AirportNewport, VT (EFK-Newport State)25 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 9
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 double bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 5
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

Peaceful 1930s cottage on beautiful Lake Willoughby in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Incredible sunset views over the lake from any of the 3 porches, open, screened and sleeping. Vintage wainscot walls hung with old and new artwork, and large front yard with a fire ring. Lovely cedar hedged alley leading to private beach across the road with deck, Adirondack chairs and a dock for sitting and swimming. Shallow swimming perfect for young children.
Second guest cottage on property included with queen bed, mini kitchen, living room and porch.
Just 3 properties north of the Willoughby Lake Store where you can find just about anything you might have forgotten from fishing gear to ice cream (and creemees!), to local gifts and a liquor store.
Close to beautiful hikes, museums, great antiquing, farmers markets and the Bread and Puppet Theater.

Property manager

MS MARY HAMILTON

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the area

Orleans

Located in Orleans, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Bread & Puppet Museum and Fairbanks Museum of Natural Science are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Orleans Country Club and Quechee Gorge Mini Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Willoughby - 1 min walk
  • North Beach - 2 min drive
  • Mount Pisgah - 8 min drive
  • Crystal Lake State Park - 16 min drive
  • Crystal Lake - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Gap Pub and Grill - 3 min drive
  • Gil's Bar and Grill - 2 min drive
  • Willoughvale Inn & Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Robin's Roost - 3 min drive
  • Taphouse Restaurant - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Willoughby and within 3 mi (5 km) of North Beach and Sentinel Rock State Park. South Beach and Hidden Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakeside house
Beautiful views and plenty of space in this lakeside house and cottage. There were 6 of us and the space was perfect. Even though the weather didn't cooperate we made the best of it. Lots of games and fun! Loved the porches for our morning coffee. Living area was nice and cozy with plenty of seating. We hope to return in better weather to take advantage of the private dock and firepits. Thanks for sharing with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a lovely stay at Isbell Cottage... she was bewitching!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
It was a very quaint property with great sleeping and shared spaces! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

JoAnna S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sibling reunion
The house has a lovely, old fashioned feel and was clean except for the refrigerator. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting outside on the porch. Considering that the oven doesn’t work, it would have been very helpful to have instructions for the convection oven. The water pressure was low. It is a beautiful home and setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, gorgeous get-away
The property is comprised of two charming cottages -- one is a snug, cosy guest cottage that sleeps three; the second, Isbell Cottage, is a larger cottage that sleep 8-10 with a large living room/dining room, charming kitchen, and double porch. The cottages have access to Willougbhy Lake with a deck, dock and beach front. The cottages have a lovely character harkening back to a simpler time, with unique furniture, eclectic and beautiful artwork, and amenities you need for a relaxing lakeside respite. My husband and I spent the second week of our honeymoon at Isbell Cottage and it was perfect! We used the snug guest cottage, rose each morning to have coffee on the porch and watched the sun come up. We took amazing hikes, visited museums in Glover, and spent a rainy day making chili, reading and playing cards as the sound of rain kept us cosy. (Don't miss the Bread and Puppet Museum and the amazing and quirky Museum of Everyday Life in Glover!) At the weekend, ten our best friends joined us to celebrate our marriage and everyone fit perfectly into the two cottages. We kayaked and paddle boarded and we spent most of the days on or near the water. Evenings we watched spectular sunsets, listened to the loons, and sat around a fire on the beach reminiscing and telling stories. It was a magical experience. Finally, I slept better than I have slept in a long time in the deeply quiet, dark night. I left Isbell Cottage with a deep feeling of peace and restfulness.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maura Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
We loved the character and amenities of the cottage. The lake access was lovely, as well as walking to ice cream at the Lake Store. The house itself has ample room and is so gracious and charming; like staying at your grandparents’ home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reuben D.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely
We had great time and love this charming cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Willoughby Weekend Getaway
We had a fabulous weekend at this property! The house was comfortable and relaxing. Our kids loved the unique feature of the sleeping porch. It was nice to have our own dock across the street and our family enjoyed the use of the kayaks. We hope to return someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
We had an awesome time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vermont Lake house
Our family of 5 adults and a 1 year old spent a great week here. The house is the perfect Vermont lake house. Plenty of space. The porches are amazing!! The yard is perfect for outdoor games. The separate cabin is a great space. It’s nice to have a ‘private’ beach area and the dock had plenty of space for the boat. The lake is beautiful! Plenty of choices for hiking in the area. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023