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Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe

Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe

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Level back yard with private water frontage and access.
Fun at sunset by the fire pit
Boston Fern master: King_lake views_42” Roku tv w/basic cable & Bluray player
S’more Smorgasbord w/ graham crackers, marshmallows & chocolate provided
Wooden dock has been updated with floating Polydock, also stairs added.

Overview of Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10182 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
East Hampton, CT
  • Popular LocationLake Terramuggus9 min drive
  • Popular LocationWesleyan University19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTPC River Highlands27 min drive
  • AirportNew London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)52 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe

*Please note this property does not allow for Saturday check in or check out dates*
Make memories with family and friends on Lake Pocotopaug. We offer 3 kayaks and a canoe for exploring the 512 acre lake. Relax in the hammock or on the covered patio where lakeside breezes keep you cool and bug free! A charcoal and gas grill are provided for your grilling pleasure. Sit around the fire pit while watching the sunset.

Our kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for your holiday feast. Service for 16 & table for 8. The 3 bedrooms each have a King bed & one room has two twins (a daybed with trundle). The house has accommodations for up to 8 guests (portable crib & toddler gear included). Enjoy sunsets views on the lake while sitting by the wood burning fireplace or outside by the fire pit.
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Lakeside Ferns is our family's lakefront vacation home, and we’ve been sharing with other families on Vrbo/HomeAway since July 2015. Add your family’s happy memories here in East Hampton, CT!

WHY WE LOVE LAKESIDE FERNS:
** The 50 feet of private frontage on Lake Pocotopaug with a lakeside covered patio and Solostove fire pit. We provide plenty of water toys, too, including a canoe, a stand-up paddleboard, sit-on-top kayaks (individual and 2-person), paddleboat, life vests and beach towels.
** Because this is also our personal vacation home, we’ve made it as comfortable and clean as possible. We also equipped and stocked it with family-friendly goodies like WiFi, Netflix, Keurig coffee machine (+ pods), outdoor-safe tumblers for cool drinks by the lake, Igloo coolers, charcoal and gas grills, even a jogging stroller!
** Our home is an allergen-reduced environment, which means:
Regular air filter maintenance
Allergen-reducing protectors on all mattresses, box springs and pillows. (These also protect against bed bugs and dust mites.)
All linens are laundered in hypoallergenic, environmentally friendly, non-toxic soap (Charlie’s).
Two Himalayan salt lamps, which may help to reduce allergy and asthma symptoms.
** Every bed is a King-size bed (3 total). The bunk beds have been replaced with a daybed and trundle.

3 BEDROOMS
:: The Red Fern :: First floor bedroom with direct bathroom access, a Smart TV, DVD player and basic cable.
:: The Boston Fern :: Upstairs master suite with lake views, direct bathroom access, a 50" Smart TV, Blu-ray player and basic cable.
:: The Maidenhair Fern :: Upstairs bedroom with a lake view and small patio. This room has both a King-size bed and a twin daybed with trundle (sleeps 2 kids)—perfect for parents who want to keep little ones close.
Two additional foldaway beds sleep 2 more.

2 FULL BATHROOMS
:: First Floor Bathroom :: Bathtub/shower combination with hand held shower nozzle, removable seat, and closet with a washer & dryer. Hairdryer, soap and shampoo, handheld steamer, iron with ironing board, basic cleaning supplies, and toiletries included.
:: Second Floor Bathroom :: Stall shower and clawfoot bathtub. Starter supply of soap, shampoo, facial tissue and toilet paper provided. Accessed directly from master suite, but shared with Maidenhair Fern.

LOCATION
From downtown East Hampton, you can hike or bike the scenic Air Line Trail State Park. Plan a date night with dinner at the Gelston House, followed by a show at the historic Goodspeed Opera House on the CT River. Dine, shop and try your luck at Mohegan Sun Casino. End a day of antiquing at The Shops at Marlborough Barn with some comfort food from Sadler's Ordinary. Nearby Belltown Hill Orchards is the place to pick seasonal produce like apples, blueberries, cherries, and peaches.

We’re within 35 miles of Bradley International airport, Glastonbury (11 mi.), Hartford (20 mi.), and Middleton (9 mi.).

Located at the street level, there is a garage apartment where the caretaker of the property resides. The caretaker does not access the home, driveway or lakeside yard during guests stays. Please note our trash service pickup is early morning Wednesday as is our landscape service. You will see the caretaker removing and returning trash and recycle cans from the garage parking area to the street and back. The lawn service requires all outside furniture and watercraft to be put away as found at check in so they can mow on Wednesday mornings. Both trash pick up and lawn service days are subject to change without notice.

Minimum age requirements and maximum occupancy of 10- 8 adults and 2 minor guests apply.

Events (house parties, reunions or weddings), pets and smoking are not permitted.

PLEASE READ: Why is the final rate higher than the rate listed?
We use variable rates so that we don’t exclude smaller groups. If I set just one flat rate, it would likely be too expensive for a couple or a small family—and a total steal for a group of 8! So the rate increases along with the number of guests.

If you divide the total rate by the number of guests, you’ll find the per-night fee per guest is a value for the experience you receive at Lakeside Ferns!

Property manager

Marian
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby gear provided on request

Events

No events allowed
No weddings, reunions, parties and events.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted.
Security cameras on exterior of property. Do not unplug labeled items; Carbon monoxide, smoke detectors and wifi range extenders.
Use the first 3 hours after arrival to notify us of any issues or concerns with the property (existing damage, repairs needed, cleanliness issues).
Rates are based on occupancy. All guests, overnight or visiting must be registered on the reservation. The 7th guest+ is $35+tax per guest per night.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: No weddings, reunions, parties and events.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

East Hampton

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lake Pocotopaug, a neighbourhood in East Hampton. Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail and Hurd State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park and Kidcity Children's Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Van Vleck Observatory and Lutz Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Map
East Hampton, CT

What's nearby

  • Lake Terramuggus - 9 min drive
  • Machimoodus State Park - 18 min drive
  • Wesleyan University - 19 min drive
  • XL Center - 26 min drive
  • TPC River Highlands - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station - 27 min drive
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 15 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
  • Marlborough Tavern Green - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic Lake House w/ private waterfront, 4 steps to water, FirePit/Kayaks/canoe located?

This family-friendly East Hampton holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Day Pond State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Terramuggus and Dart Island State Park. Connecticut River and Salmon River State Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Getaway
The host is the best! We loved our welcome s’mores! This was our second stay and look forward to our next one. The house is spotless and there are so many little touches that make you feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake property
This is by far the most well equipped VRBO property we've ever used - from the kitchen with enough items to prepare a meal for 16+ to the bedrooms (3 kings!) and baths. We love to lounge in the cozy family room with its beautiful lake views and wood fireplace. We hope to go back again in the summer to enjoy the lake itself.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great to be back!
We came back for our second stay, and it was as perfect as last year. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall wedding weekend
We were in town for a family wedding and this house was perfect for our group. Well equipped and despite the cooler weather we enjoyed kayaking and canoeing on the lake. The fire pit was a nice bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria J., tiverton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother and daughter weekend
This is an amazing home with beautiful lake views Amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marian

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Greetings Travelers! I'm Marian, mother to 4 active boys ranging in age from 8-17 yrs old. We reside in a suburb of Austin, TX where I keep busy with my sons' football, basketball, baseball and school activities. "Me time" revolves around living the vacation life. Whether it is working on my own vacation home business, consulting other vacation home owners on generating income through short term rentals or helping clients purchase their dream vacation home, I LOVE everything about vacation homes.

I'm a life long collector of miniatures and dollhouses. As an adult, I have trained in glass blowing and lampwork at Wheaton Arts in Millville, NJ. Each summer I become a HomeAway traveler when I visit Tigard, OR to glass blow at Live Laugh Love Art studio. I have a green thumb for growing a variety of ferns in my Texas home. Both owls and cardinals have a special meaning to my family. I've incorporated a little of each of these hobbies into the decor at Lakeside Ferns.

Prior to opening Lakeside Ferns to HomeAway families, my family would evacuate Austin, Texas each May - August for cooler weather on Lake Pocotopaug. We made many memories each summer biking, boating, tubing and jet skiing on the water. For my sons, the memories they made with their dad over each year's 3 month vacation will stay with them forever.

Why they chose this property

Lakeside Ferns became a vacation home as the result of the sudden and unexpected loss of my husband Eric in the fall of 2014. In an effort to delay any decision on what to do with our vacation home, I decided to share our beloved retreat with other families. What started out as a way to cover property taxes soon became the best business adventure I have ever experienced.

Over the past two years I have had the pleasure of hosting the most wonderful guests ranging from Wesleyan University parents, wedding attendees, corporate relocation families, business travelers, girls' weekends, romantic getaways, and the usual family vacations. I appreciate the guests who have shared their reasons for travel being due to a loved one's illness or loss. My heart goes out to these travelers who I know in their time of sadness and grief can take comfort being together in a space that feels like home.

What I have come to learn as a result of loss is that the time we take to be together is what matters in life. My sons will not likely remember the gifts their dad gave them for birthdays or holidays. I know they will remember the days spent laying on dad's chest while rocking in the hammock. The memories my boys have with their dad at the lake are what remain. I am grateful for the time we took out of our busy lives in Texas to enjoy our family while at Lake Pocotopaug.

It has been my goal to provide a consistent vacation home experience in an environment which is clean, comfortable, safe and welcoming. It is my hope that this home allows guests of all ages to rest, relax and enjoy spending time with each other. Regardless of guests' reason for travel, I want every guest to connect with each other and take home what matters in life, experiences with each other.

What makes this property unique

Lakeside Ferns is not an investment property. It is a home, it is my family's vacation home which we enjoy through out the year.

Teamwork has enabled Lakeside Ferns to provide travelers with a top notch experience. Living in Texas, I cannot be there for the day to day operations. Thanks to our original caretaker, Mark and current caretaker, Robert, maintenance of the home, yard, and and water equipment keeps the property running smoothly and safely. The housekeeping crew deserve much credit for making the inside of the home clean, safe and well stocked with all of the comforts of home. I have been fortunate to find a partners who share my vision for this business.

Languages:

English

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