Little Dipper Retreat Lakefront Cottage, Sunsets & Kayaks!

Experience living lakefront.. Yes, there is internet, you can work from the kitchen table with a lake view! Go fishing or kayaking on your lunch break! Take conference calls sitting on the dock or laying on a lawn chair.

Updated year round lakeside cottage. Step out of the 14' sliding doors facing the lake into your own private paradise right on the water. A pier with moorings can accommodate your ski or fishing boat, or use our pedal boat. A small sandy beach allows for easy walk-in, right to the water. You'll find the inside charming as well with high cathedral ceilings featuring extensive woodwork. A ladder leads to a spacious loft (please keep in mind that it is not suitable for small children). There is a full mattress in the loft that can accommodate two if you have more than four guests.

A fully and renovated kitchen features granite counter tops and full sized stainless steel appliances. This kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to feel at home.

The year-round cottage has two cozy bedrooms, one with a queen bed, one with a full bed, both with rolling storage drawers underneath. Both bedrooms have plenty of windows, with one having a beautiful view of the lake. It also has a loft with a double mattress. The cottage has one full bathroom with standing shower and linen closet.

Pedal boat, 3 kayaks and gas grill at the property for your use. There is a small shed with life vests/toys/chairs for you to use. Relax on the lounge chairs in the shady grassy area reading a book or watching the little ones play on the beach or in the water. The night sky is full of stars and unique and everchanging sunsets. Smart TV in main area with Netflix. Variety of books, games and a popcorn machine for those rainy days and family game nights.

This property is best for a relaxing adult getaway, family reunion, girls or guys getaway, or a fun family vacation. Fishing trip, Brimfield Fair shopping, Pets are considered. Each pet guest must be approved by the owner prior to booking. Pet fee is $199.00 per stay.

Things to know:
Kitchen table is set for six, although there are two extra chairs to make room for 8.

Living Room has comfortable seating for six. With large sofa and 3 large cushioned chairs.

There is a gas grill, propane and tools for cooking in the shaded patio area.

Owners: Keith and Lynn Elmy

Provided:
Coffee maker and filters
Starter coffee and tea
Flour and sugar
Baking soda and Baking powder
Variety of common spices
2 Pillows/bed, bedding
Assorted sized Life vests
Beach toys
Gas Grill
Booster feeding infant chair
Pack and Play
Linens, blankets and bath towels are included, we supply a bath mat, hand and dish towels.

ATTRACTIONS:
Welcome to Old Sturbridge Village – a “must-see” New England attraction which depicts life in an early 19th-century rural Village, featuring costumed historians, antique buildings, water-powered mills, a working farm, see animals, pastures, a blacksmith, shoe cobbler, and so much more! Be sure to check out their seasonal events!

Brimfield Flea Markets - America's famous Brimfield Flea Markets. Considered the oldest outdoor antiques events running for over 50 years, they are held three times each year, in May, July and September for a six day period.

Breweries/Wineries/Cideries:
Treehouse Brewery in Charlton family run brewery offering hand crafts acclaimed hoppy ales, flavorful stouts, and intricate low alcohol offerings. It maintains an exquisitely landscaped campus and gorgeous taproom for guests to enjoy year-round.

Oakholm located in the beautiful countryside of Brookfield, MA. Taproom in a rustic converted hay barn or enjoy a large outdoor beer garden complete with fire pits, picnic tables, live music, food trucks, Christmas tree farm and other animals!

Altruist Brewing Company, Located in an old mill building right in Sturbridge/Fiskdale, this pretty cool industrial space, retained the original character of the building and is anything but commercial. It serves as the perfect atmosphere for enjoying an amazing craft brew.

Brimfield Winery has a great outdoor venue. Has a huge covered pavilion that can be rented. Good wine and delicious wine slushies.


Southwick Animal Zoo:
Spanning over 200 acres, Southwick’s Zoo is New England’s largest zoological experience. Southwick’s is home to over 850 animals in naturalistic habitats including lions, tigers, giraffes, chimpanzees, white rhinos, two-toed sloths, and more. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of attractions including the Skyfari Sky Ride, Woodland Express Train, Soaring Eagle Zip Line, 35-acre Deer Forest, petting zoo, walk-through aviary, presentations and keeper talks, the Rainforest Adventure Maze, the EARTH Discovery Center, and so much more! It’s more than just a zoo, it’s an adventure!
Don’t forget to enjoy lunch or dinner at Galliford’s Restaurant & Tavern, the full-service restaurant located at the zoo. 50minutes away

Farmers Markets/Farms:
Sturbridge Farmers Market, June-October, Sundays from 9am-1pm on the Town Common
Brimfield Farmers Market: End of April to October, Every Saturday 9 am - 2 pm
Woodstock Orchards: Fall at the Orchard means apples, pumpkins, mums and gourds. Lots of farm fresh squashes. Cider, jellies, dressings, cheeses, fresh peanut butter, honey. And best of all, freshly made cider donuts!!! Also, in spring they have the BEST asparagus!!! The taste of fresh asparagus is much different than from the supermarket, definitely worth the trip here!
Breezeland Orchards: One of the best orchards around and family owned. The nicest people work here, they have great homemade apple cider doughnuts that are the best! They have just about every kind of apple species available, and also homemade pies and other great foods from other local establishments. Their cider is the best! They sell pumpkins and have hayrides on weekends.


Hiking Trails:
Quinebaug Woods, Holland MA
Leadmine Mountain Trail, Sturbridge, MA
Wells State Park, Sturbridge MA
Bigelow State Park, Sturbridge MA
Opacum Woods, Sturbridge MA
Tantiusques, Sturbridge MA
Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary, Wales MA
Peaked Mountain, Monson MA
Westville Recreation Area, Sturbridge MA
Thompson Family Forever Wild Preserve, Southbridge, MA
Nipmuck State Forest, Stafford Springs CT

Massage Therapy:
Rebecca Sey 508-344-4536

Escape the Pike, Sturbridge, MA
Awesome rainy day activity!! Although going in gave the impression of a small dainty family home. It's so much more, perhaps a dream come true when the magic happens from room to room. Shoutout to the game master as well for being so nice and the small hints as well who had us, the escape room isn't what you expect and the interaction is almost surreal with the witty jokes. 5/5 would come back, worth every dollar, and utmost satisfaction from start to finish!


Property monitored by noiseaware.

This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Holland cottage is smoke free.