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Reel Simple on Bolton Lake

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • 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.

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Map
Bolton, CT

What's nearby

  • Bolton Notch State Park - 18 min walk
  • Shoppes at Buckland Hills - 13 min drive
  • University of Connecticut - 13 min drive
  • Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk - 14 min drive
  • XL Center - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glen Dairy Stores - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rein's New York Style Deli - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 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).

Reel Simple on Bolton Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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

8/10 Good

Lawrence L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Paul P., North Muskegon, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

D Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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

AnnMarie R., Pittsford, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

Kiersten M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

barbara g.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Wanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

dennis g.

Liked: Cleanliness
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