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#24 Serenity A Lakefront Cottage Retreat

Holiday home in Middletown with kitchen and balcony

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escape to this serene lakefront cottage, where your only worry is choosing between a peaceful morning on the oversized back deck or exploring nearby ski areas and downtown Middletown. Bring your kayaks and canoes to enjoy on the lake, or simply unwind in Adirondack rocking chairs with breathtaking views. Inside, find a fully-equipped kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and smart TV for cozy nights in.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom1100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Pet-friendly

HK$2,420 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

#24 Serenity A Lakefront Cottage Retreat

Holiday home in Middletown with kitchen and balcony

Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.

Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a bath.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden
Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

HK$1,931 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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 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

Property is also known as

334491

About the area

Middletown, CT

What's nearby

Cromwell Meadows Wildlife Management Area - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
Connecticut River State Wildlife Area - 4 min drive - 6.3 km
Wesleyan University - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
Connecticut River - 4 min drive - 6.7 km
Cromwell Commons Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Berlin Station - 15 min drive
Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat on 17 Nov 2025 start from HK$1,023.03, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is #24 *Serenity* A Lakefront Cottage Retreat located?

Situated in Middletown, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Wesleyan University, Kidcity Children's Museum and Cromwell Commons Shopping Center. Middlesex Hospital and Artfarm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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#24 Serenity A Lakefront Cottage Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

9 Sept 2024

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

Perfect Setting. Very comfortable.

Great stay while our son moved into Wesleyan University. It was a nice alternative to staying at one of the local hotels. Clean and comfortable. We love the deck off the back with serene views of that lake. 5 minute drive to Wesleyan University. Will stay again for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

12 Aug 2023

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

Peaceful

Enjoyed our stay. Relaxing and peaceful view of the pond. Enjoyed morning coffee on the large deck and beds were comfortable. The kitchen area was well appointed though it did get warm with no ac. We bought a fan and directed airflow into the kitchen from the cooler living room area and it worked nicely to cool the kitchen with the bathroom door closed. Bathroom had a musty smell only when the fan was not on. Would stay again, convenient location for our purposes. Overall good experience!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jan B.

9 Oct 2024

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

Nice enough place

Overall, the property is OK, and it was clean. Yes, the appliances were high-end, but the furniture definitely needs updating, especially the living room sofa and chair -- not easy to get out of and no support. We didn't need to use it, but if someone had to sleep on the sofabed, it would probably have been very uncomfortable. With the cooler weather, we were very disappointed that all windows did not have screens (or the screens had holes in them) so they could not be opened. Upstairs had no window screens at all, so windows had to remain closed. What we enjoyed most was the back deck overlooking the lake. We brought citronella candles and sat out late afternoon/early evening. When we made the reservation, we did not realize the "host" was a rental agency. Communication was very difficult in the weeks before our stay. We had several emails and phone calls go unanswered.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole N.

20 Jun 2025

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

Beautiful property

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The house itself was beautiful—spacious, clean, and incredibly comfortable. The setting was just as impressive, offering peaceful views and a great atmosphere to relax and unwind. Everything was exactly as described, if not better. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a serene and well-appointed home base for our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

16 Sept 2024

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

Meet me half way

Met a friend from Pennsylvania. Had a wonderful weekend in this cozy little house. Everything was perfect.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

6 Sept 2024

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

Beautiful view

Great location. Beautiful view. Quiet and relaxing. I loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

26 Aug 2024

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

Connecticut visit

Quiet and peaceful cottage. Clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Great location to sight see and visit local attractions. Loved sitting relaxing by the lake.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

14 Aug 2024

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

Swrene

Very nice and prompt communication

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don C. S.

12 Aug 2024

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

Peaceful Stay

This was a nice and tranquil location…not too far away from home with a beautiful view of the pond. The house was clean and had all the amenities I needed. I brought a few “just in case” items, but didn’t need to use them. I would definitely stay here again…just to get away from the busyness of everyday life.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

20 Jun 2024

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

Great property!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect for us. There was a few things I wanted to mention. One of the coffee tables is broken, there is a nail on sticking up on the stairs going up. And, the couch is really really uncomfortable. Otherwise, the stay was awesome! We plan to stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

29 Dec 2023

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

Very nice flipped house, conveniently located

We stayed at Serenity for 4 days over the Christmas Holiday while visiting elderly parents who no longer have room for our family of 4. The house is being renovated and love the updates so far. We had a mishap with one of the electric heaters upon arrival and our host sent someone out immediately to fix (a surprise since this was Christmas weekend). We could have used a few more towels but enjoyed our stay. We would definitely come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

14 Nov 2023

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

Clean comfy convenient

Perfect little cottage for visiting our son at Wesleyan

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robb F.

29 Sept 2023

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

Visiting Daughter at Wesleyan

We had a great time at this waterfront property. We were in town for a week to visit our daughter who just started college at Wesleyan. The house was a 5-10 minute drive to the campus depending on traffic. Very convenient and much better than spending a week in a hotel. The host was very responsive and we had everything we needed. The lake was a bonus for me. I brought a fly rod and spent my down time catching bass and blue gill while my wife relaxed gazing at the beautiful views. We spotted a giant carp cruising around in the water as well, but I opted not to play around with a fish that size. 😂 We would stay there again and appreciate the host for a pleasant stay. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie I.

21 Jul 2023

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

Pure bliss!

Excellent property with superb views! Host was super responsive and polite when answering any questions. House was exactly as pictured and a perfect home away from home!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

20 Jul 2023

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

Next to Wildlife Preserve

We loved to sit each day and watch the birds and animals that used the lake - it was so peaceful! Very restful stay - thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 May 2023

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

House on the lake

It’s a nice summer cottage. Great deck and view of the water. Close to Middletown and Wesleyan University. Very nice deck and relaxing fire pit by the pond.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

18 Mar 2023

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

Very relaxing

It was nice to be in a place with absolutely everything you need, up to date appliances and an awesome location. We will be back for sure next time we are in town

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023