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Private Island - Largest Fresh Water Reservoir in Mass....

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Otis, MA
  • Otis Reservoir
    1 min walk
  • Larkum Pond
    4 min drive
  • Tolland State Forest
    11 min drive
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    62 min drive

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About the area

Otis

With a stay at this cottage in Otis, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Otis Reservoir and a 4-minute drive from Larkum Pond. .This cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Old Baldy Wildlife Sanctuary and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from County Beach.

What's nearby

  • Otis Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Otis Ridge - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Tolland State Forest - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Jacob's Pillow - 21 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Ski Butternut - 30 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knox Trail Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Boston Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Papa’s Food and Fuel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tucker's Pub - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Island - Largest Fresh Water Reservoir in Mass....

Rustic.. Not fancy... It's a cabin... 2 bedroom, one with Queen the other with twin bunkbeds... 2 couches could sleep extras. One bathroom. Very relaxing! Great place to chill on the deck with friends and family! Completely surrounded by water and Chain Pickerel, Crappie, Sunfish, White Perch, Yellow Perch, Brook Trout, and Tiger Trout are the fish you will catch if you are into fishing! Otherwise just relax, enjoy the water activities and movement on the lake. 75" hi def TV in bedroom. 2 docks... Rentals of 5 days or more, or weekend rentals include 24' pontoon boat if you so desire... at extra cost. of $100 per day assuming you are familiar with pontoon boats! Hi speed internet onsite! 15% discount for September weekly discount. September discount 10% if less than 7 days
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Bill Martin

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: You better keep a CLOSE EYE on them!

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Parking on mainland for up to 12 vehicles
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 C0304952250

Private Island - Largest Fresh Water Reservoir in Mass.... Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Colleen W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great views, but VERY “rustic.”
The house’s position on the water, being further out than all other surrounding homes, makes for beautiful views of the lake and all it activities. The sunrises are beautiful. Unfortunately when you don’t have proper running water and a toilet that flushes without having to put water in the tank almost every time, the experience is less than ideal. The host warned us of the toilet about 15 min before we arrived and never had the kitchen sink fixed in the 5 days we stayed. That was rather disappointing. The open electrical panel in the bathroom did not look safe as well. The linens in the bunk room could be replaced, and a good deep cleaning of the whole house is warranted. Overall the outdoor aspect of this house is nice, the inside of the house needs a lot of TLC before it is rented out again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantasy Island
From beginning to end, could not have dreamed of a better island getaway, in the Berkshire’s none-the -less. Bill was a wonderful host. Very friendly, responsive and helpful. Super welcoming. The home was simple, quaint, and super cozy. Perfect for a nice long relaxing weekend for both the dogs and people. The views from the sun room were lovely. The deck/patio area had a beautiful view of the water. The fire pit was a nice perk in the evening. Surrounded by water, the place felt so private. Surrounding neighbors were friendly. House was located nearby to hiking trails as well. The town restaurant was a short drive away. The property has all you need for a great time on the water. We look forward to rebooking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

D L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The View that’s about it!
Yes this property is listed as “campy” that phrase doesn’t even come close. The spiders, the dirty bathroom, the dirty kitchen, the filled medicine cabinet, the filled dressers with owners clothing, the holes in the floor, the holes in the walls, the water running down the fireplace during rain that literally was like a water fountain in the middle of the living room, the dirty looking bedding with stains on them, the food left in the fridge just GROSS!!! The view is unbelievable and was the ONLY reason we sucked it up for 4days. Oh and did I say the SPIDERS!!!!! Inside and outside was unbelievable! I have videos and pictures if anyone would like to see them.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!!
Thank you so much for sharing your Otis home with us. From the moment we walked through the door, we could feel the warmth and energy of great memories shared in this home. Growing up visiting Otis as a kid, it was incredibly special to celebrate my Grandmother's 85th birthday and send off my brother, who is starting his PhD program at Harvard University in Boston. My grandmother and the rest of our family will forever cherish this trip, full of laughter, swimming, and using our boat, which we dock in Otis. I can't remember the last time our family had this much fun together outside of the holidays. This home is the perfect location to create once-in-a-lifetime opportunities with your family. The memories made here will be forever held in our hearts. Thank you, Bill, for hosting!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
So grateful to Bill for such a wonderful stay! The cottage was so lovely and had everything you could need for a weekend on the lake. Will definitely be returning in the future 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and getaway!!!
This place was above my expectations. So relaxing and fun. Couldn’t ask for a better host too … quick to respond and very accommodating! Will be here every year for my summer getaways! Thank you Bill!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on private island
We had a great time. The owner Bill was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023