Newly renovated year-round LAKEFRONT rental on Highland Lake!!! Sleeps 8-9!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
This newly renovated year-round lakefront vacation home on Highland Lake is a cozy waterfront retreat in Winsted, Connecticut, first listed for rentals in 2023. The remodeled 900 sq ft layout includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an open floorplan designed to maximize lake views from inside and out. It’s a smoke-free, kid-friendly property with a strong public rating of 5/5 from 25 reviews.
Waterfront & Outdoor Living
Set on West Wakefield Blvd in the desirable 2nd Bay, the home offers approximately 50 feet of direct waterfront access for swimming, fishing, and boating. Guests can bring a boat or jet ski and tie up at the dock, and the setting is well-suited to kayaks and paddleboards (rentals available from the Marina at Highland Lake). Outdoor features include a patio, picnic table, a Weber gas grill, and an outdoor fireplace for cooler evenings.
Bedrooms, Baths & Comfort Features
The house sleeps 8–9 and is equipped for all-season stays with central air conditioning for summer and full heating for winter. A gas fireplace provides an additional cozy gathering spot after a day on the lake, including winter ice-fishing season. Guests have access to the entire house except for the owner’s closets.
Kitchen & In-Home Amenities
A fully equipped kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, gas range/oven, and microwave, supporting longer stays and family meals. Additional conveniences include free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, a washer, and free parking with ample off-street space. The home is also pet-friendly.
Location & Nearby Highlights
Nearby dining options include Mario's Tuscany Grill (about 2.6 km), Noli's Restaurant (about 3.2 km), Rowley Grill and Tap (about 3.4 km), McGrane's On The Green (about 3.6 km), and additional restaurants within roughly 8–11 km such as Vera Roma Grille & Bar and Tequila Sunrise Restaurant. Cultural and family attractions in the area include the Winchester Historical Society, American Mural Project, Laurel Lanes, and KidsPlay Museum, with shopping at Ledgebrook Plaza and Ames Plaza Shopping Center. For air travel, Bradley International Airport is about 34.5 km away and Tweed New Haven Airport about 73.6 km.
Best for
Best for families and small groups who want a true lakefront base with direct waterfront access, a dock, and outdoor living space for grilling and evenings by the fire. It also suits year-round outdoor enthusiasts thanks to central air for summer lake days and full heating plus a gas fireplace for winter stays, including ice-fishing season. Pet owners will appreciate that the home is pet-friendly.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to get on the water, consider bringing your own kayak/paddleboard or arranging rentals through the Marina at Highland Lake. With multiple restaurants clustered within roughly 3–11 km, having a car is the easiest way to explore dining and nearby attractions. For flights, Bradley International Airport is the closer option (about 34.5 km away) compared with Tweed New Haven (about 73.6 km).
What guests say
Reviews highlight the waterfront setting as a standout, with guests emphasizing the beauty of the location and the appeal of being right on the lake. The home itself is commonly described in very positive terms, suggesting the renovation and overall condition make a strong impression. Overall sentiment is highly favorable, aligning with the 5/5 public rating from 25 reviews. No recurring negative themes are present in the provided review excerpts.
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