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Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Books, stereo
5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Children's area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

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 rustic 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, single day bed, mini kitchen (fridge, sink and coffee machine only) 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

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Westmore, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Willoughby - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mount Pisgah - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • St Johnsbury Athenaeum - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Crystal Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Crystal Lake - 23 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gap Pub and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Roost - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Willoughvale Inn & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taphouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Orleans Country Club - ‬4 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 steps 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).

Lakeside Isbell Cottage and Isbellita Guest Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family house!
Fantastic location. Hose had everything we needed for our family visiting for a family wedding. We enjoyed hanging out on the porch, swimming and relaxing at the dock and gathering together for dinner. Thanks for a lovely stay. Stunning fall foliage too!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another beautiful visit to the cottage
We love the charm and layout of the cottage, it’s so welcoming and relaxing with multiple porches and cozy comfy bedrooms. Can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
Cute and affordable with plenty of character and lots to do in the area. Outdated electrical, although given the age of the property this shouldn’t be a huge surprise. We did have some minor issues with cleanliness: the Isbellita shower had a previous guest’s hair clip/hair in it and there was no laundry detergent available. Minor issues though and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
We had a wonderful time. The place brought memories of summers at my grandmothers house. We enjoyed sitting on the porch listening to the loons and catching up with reading. Such a relaxing weekend. Wish we could of stayed longer . Thinking of coming back next year. Thank you Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Week
We had a great time, and loved the stay. Would like to return again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Home!
The house is straight out of an antique shop which I absolutely loved! My family and I enjoyed the peace and quiet. The private beach was just that. Perfect. Floats & kayaks were provided which made it even more fun. General store close by made it all the more convenient. Definitely worth the trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location!
This was our family's first trip to this part of Vermont and hopefully it will not be the last. The Lake Willoughby area is singular and this cottage is at the heart of it. The cottage is "rustic" in the most positive sense possible of that word; it is not "fancy" and it is maybe even a bit dated, and that is exactly as it should be - the cottage has everything you could possibly need for a pleasant stay, everything works as it should, it is clean and comfy, and there is plenty of space. If you are traveling with kids, the front yard of this property is sizeable and perfect for all manner of activities (and they might not even miss their phones). The lake access is convenient and the neighbors, friendly. We found the property host be easy to reach and very responsive which was appreciated. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot in a very special place!
Lake Willoughby is a special place for me and my family and this was a perfect spot to gather together for a lake vacation. Great for families and awesome beach access! We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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 traveler

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

Arthur 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

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Spacious but rustic
This property had essentially 5 bedrooms so ample space for our family. Sleeping porch was wonderful and all beds were very comfortable which was not always the case in our past rentals. Beach area is not very private and is very small but nice dock for our boat. Loved the large covered porch which we enjoyed our morning coffee on and loved sitting out on to read during the one rainy day we had. Large front lawn to play yard games on. The only disappointment was that things were not as clean as they could have been - dirty refrigerator, dirty/stained porch swing cushion and lots of cobwebs especially in guest house. No gas grill so we brought our own. Also Vt recycling is challenging. We were instructed to use Westmore bags for trash but there were none to be found. Nice having washer and dryer available. Overall we were very happy with our stay and it was a beautiful setting to spend time with family and make memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great location. Comfy beds. Lots of room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Summer Cottage Stay at Isbell on Lake Willoughby
This charming property was our home away from home for 4 days. A quaint 1930's cottage perfect for a relaxing lake vacation. You do have to cross the street to access the small private beach and dock. While the road is not busy, we had a group member who has mobility issues and there was not an easy way to get him to that area, which was disappointing. The public beach access is a short drive away and perfect for small children, and our group member was able to join us there. The house is the quintessential summer cottage , I found myself wishing I could spend more time enjoying the porch swing and the hammock chairs ( kids loved those). A lovely front porch for watching the sunset, a cozy screened in porch where we ate our meals, a satisfactory kitchen in spite of the oven not working ( we found the charcoal grill, toaster oven and microwave oven more than adequate for our needs, with with plenty of dishes and silverware) and a full size hammock available for sleeping on the upstairs porch! There are plenty of books and games, ( we enjoyed croquet) and a small backyard and porch area off the kitchen where we could gather for happy hour while dinner was grilled. Beds are comfortable with different size combinations available for any group. The Willoughby Lake Store is within walking distance. We created sweet memories w/our grands! Thank you Miss Mary for allowing us to enjoy your little piece of heaven on Lake Willoughby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
We loved this place! The location could not be better -- directly across from the water and a five minute walk from the country store. The lake access across from the house is private and perfect for a day of swimming, kayaking, and catching a sunset over the lake. We appreciated that it's seconds from the house, making it easy to restock supplies and have kiddos head in for a mid-day nap. The house itself is cozy, clean, and filled with interesting details...and you can't beat a rainy night on the porch, or the indoor porch, or the sleeping porch! A perfect Vermont weekend. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week end Action de Grace
Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour! La maison est très accueillante et chaleureuse. Et que dire du paysage! Tout simplement wow!! Toute ma famille est d accord pour dire qu on desire y retourner ! Merci Mary!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024