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Reel Simple on Bolton Lake

2.0 star property
Cottage in Bolton with kitchen

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On South Bolton Lake, this charming cottage offers a cozy retreat with great lake views from the big comfy living room. Enjoy dining in the kitchen or backyard and relax by streaming your favorite shows on smart TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Reel Simple on Bolton Lake

This is a purely simple cottage, on South Bolton Lake, with a private dock and steps into the lake for easy access. There are 2 Queen Bedrooms & 2 baths. Big comfy living room with great lake views. Dining seating in the kitchen & back yard. We offer smart TV and streaming.

PLEASE BE AWARE THIS IS AN OLD LAKE COTTAGE. It is quaint, clean and functional but the floors are not level. The living spaces are comfortable and cozy. IF YOU HAVE MOBILITY OR STABILITY ISSUES, YOU MAY NOT BE COMFORTABLE HERE.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 34

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Bolton is home to this cottage. Cheney Homestead Museum and Nathan Hale Homestead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hugenot House and Glastonbury Historic District. Lutz Children's Museum and J. M. Sarnik & Sons' The Old General Store are also worth visiting. Visit our Bolton travel guide
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Bolton, CT

What's nearby

  • Vertical Wind Turbines at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut.
    University of Connecticut
    14 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Foxwoods
    Mohegan Sun Casino
    48 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Mohegan Sun Arena
    Mohegan Sun Arena
    48 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Bolton Notch State Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Connecticut Convention Center
    17 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station
    16 min drive
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
  • Vernon Diner
    10 min drive
  • Rein's New York Style Deli
    10 min drive
  • Pastrami on Wry
    6 min drive
  • Andover Pizza
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reel Simple on Bolton Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Reel Simple on Bolton Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reel Simple on Bolton Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Reel Simple on Bolton Lake located?

Situated in Bolton, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bolton Notch State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Charter Oak Park and Manchester Memorial Hospital. Cheney Homestead Museum and Manchester Parkade are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reel Simple on Bolton Lake Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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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

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy

I booked this house as a gathering place for my sisters and I, and it was wonderful! The location on the lake was great. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and may come back again in the summer to fully enjoy the amenities!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake View

Very nice house. Clean, nice backyard right on the lake. Nice and quiet at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great space

Perfect for us due to access to the main road. We were doing lots of driving. Proximity to route 44 could be a negative for some, but it was ideal for us. Everything was well kept and loved by homeowners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swim meet

Over all, the property lived upto it's listing. It was clean, neat and orderly. The floors are a bit out of level, but the cottage suited it's purpose. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in CT

We were a little nervous upon arrival, it was exceptionally cold that day Dec 22nd, 2 deg at night ,and we were afraid it wouldn't heat up. However, between the heat pumps and the electric fireplace, it became toasty! Very convenient, 2 bathrooms great !We would definitely book again !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Clean Cabin Great For All Seasons!

My husband and I stayed here with our baby daughter over the Thanksgiving holiday. The house was cozy and clean with a gorgeous view of the lake! It would be fabulous to go swimming off the dock in the summer time! The cabin has two decent sized bedrooms with queen sized beds so you could easily fit two families here. Sherry was incredibly friendly and very easy to get in contact with! Ten out of ten would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

dennis g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice

Very nice and complete house. We swam every day. Karen was very friendly and flexible. The only drawback is the proximity to rt 44, in front of the door, which at times is quite noisy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice lakeside cottage

This nice lakeside cottage provided very suitable shelter for us while visiting friends and family in the area. It is a good thing that we were not expecting to spend a lot of time along the lake, as the weather was most foul during our stay. It was enjoyable to watch the Blue Heron stride along the shore one misty morning.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation much needed!

Such a cute little cottage! Beautiful view, very clean and nice location. The lake was so calm and pretty! Great place to kick back and relax with family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake

We had a great time visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Reel Simple on Bolton Lake. The house fit our needs. It was a quiet and peaceful location despite being on a main traffic route. Despite the warning of the uneven floors we didn't find them a problem. It was nice to go out in the morning and have coffee by the lake. Everything was clean and comfortable. I will book here, if possible, in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy get away

We stayed here while visiting our family during a stressful time. It was wonderful to come back to this cozy quiet cottage each night.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bolton Lake is still beautiful

This was a fun week on Bolton Lake. This property has it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

This was the perfect place to relax. This cottage has all the comforts of home and everything you need for your stay. Great view of the lake. Check out is 10 am, Noon would be a better time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Lawrence L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My review

Everything excellent — house,location,communication with realtor. You might want to provide directions to some of the light switches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage on Lake

Karen was the best. We had a few minor things like needing hot water in the shower. She sent someone right away. When we had a slightly bigger problem.....a problem with the well.....she was right there to get it fixed. She communicated with us and kept us informed. Even though we stayed 4 of our 6 nights she refunded the entire amount we paid. The lake is beautiful and the neighbors are friendly. It was close to UCONN Storrs. Shopping was close. It is a cottage so understand it’s not luxury but nice and comfortable. The floors slant in the living room which add to the charm of the age of the house. We loved it and would definitely stay agein.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marianne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

Good time!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

D Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

efficient cottage

Everything you need; don't have to pack anything but your clothes and swimwear Only negative are there are no lake toys The cottage is clean and very comfortable and outdoor lawn and patio idyllic The lake is clean and refreshing with easy access from dock/stairs Great for families with children
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

The property was neat and clean. Loved being on the water and watching the birds. It's a neat little cottage with quirky characteristics. Comfortable and warm Will most likely stay there again when visiting our son.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Views and Ease

My son, age 8 and my daughter, age 3 and I stayed @ this cottage over the past week. It is such a cute spot. Very much enjoyed ourselves. I loved looking out at the lake. We spent a good amount of time in the lake and the kids loved it! My dad lives in Manchester so it was very easy to access. I loved how close mini golf/driving range is...towards Manchester. We enjoyed Highland Park Market, Charter Oak Park, Georgina's, Mini Golf, Munson's and more! I would stay again...so would the kids. BTW my son was able to get on youtube on tv immediately. Although he did not watch much TV, it was comforting knowing it was available. Great spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Looking for our forever home

We are chasing the grandchildren. We sold our NY home to be closer to them. As we do our new home search we are staycationing on Bolton Lake in a great little home. Our house has been very accommodating and the home is very well equipped with everything you need. Just bring your suitcase. You will love gazing out the living room windows out on to the beautiful lake in winter.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lake view!

Love the location ad the view to lake. Convenient to the stores and places we wanted to go.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

barbara g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family week at Bolton Lake

Great location. Safe and comfortable for our family. Three adults and two young children. Great to have two full bathrooms and great WiFi and air conditioning. Well appointed and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing , clean, very well equipped kitchen and very comfortable.

Enjoyed our stay, beautiful views of lake, swimming was great, however there needs to be steps or a ladder to access water other than the dock, especially for older guests
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Clean, great set up. Loved being on the water! Just as described. The cottage is on a busy road, but very relaxing and comfortable. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021