Escape to a rare, fully accessible waterfront retreat with water views from nearly every room. This spacious 4-BR, 3-bath home offers 2 living areas, dining for 12, balcony off the primary loft, a 6-person hot tub, fire pit, pizza oven, coffee bar, elevator, chair lift, and watercrafts. Near ski resorts, hiking, golf, and drive-in movies. Message us for seasonal discounts and custom experiences including private chef, décor, and curated itineraries.
The space
Escape to your private waterfront getaway—only 1 hour 30 minutes from Boston—offering tranquility, space, and top-tier amenities perfect for families, couples, and large groups. This 3-level 4 bedroom home sits directly on a peaceful pond and includes watercrafts for your use, a 6-person hot tub, and full handicap-accessible features including a chair lift and elevator.
Designed for comfort and adventure, the home features two cozy pellet stoves, two full living room spaces, an on-site washer & dryer, and plenty of room for up to 12 guests to spread out and relax.
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Only 1.5 hours from Boston — easy for weekend getaways
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Close to Top Ski Resorts
Perfect for winter travelers and ski lovers:
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area – approx. 35 min
Berkshire East Mountain Resort – approx. 45 min
Enjoy skiing by day and unwind in the hot tub by night.
Nearby Activities & Local Attractions
There’s something for every traveler:
Northfield Drive-In Theater – a nostalgic New England classic
Ellinwood Country Club & Wachusett Country Club – great for golfers
Tully Mountain Trailhead – scenic hikes
Doane’s Falls & Royalston Falls – stunning nature spots
Quabbin Reservoir – wildlife, fishing, outdoor adventur
Other things to note
Mattresses: We use firm mattresses in all of our listings.
Early/Late Check In/Out are available depending on our cleaning schedule. There is a $50 additional fee if possible.
Check in:
It is always best to use best efforts to check in when there is daylight.
Guest Count & Outdoor Surveillance:
There is an additional charge of $55 per guest after the first two guests.
Visiting Guest for Parties Under 6 Guest: If you would like additional visiting guest who are not included on your reservation, please message us for approval. if we can accommodate this request there is an additional charge of $30 per day, for each guest not included on the booking. Visiting guest are not allowed to stay past 10 pm est of any visiting day or will be charged as a booked guest. Please note: Visting Guest fee DOES NOT apply to reservations with parties who book 6 or more guests/travelers.
For the safety and security of our guests, we have installed outdoor surveillance cameras at the doors.
In addition to safety, the presence of outdoor surveillance cameras also helps us maintain an accurate guest count. It is important for us to have an accurate count of guests prior to your arrival, as it allows us to prepare the space accordingly and ensure that we provide the best possible experience for everyone.
Please note that if the guests count provided at the time of booking is not accurate and additional guests are found to be staying at the property, a fee of $50 will be charged, along with the appropriate charge for each additional guest.
It is essential that you provide an accurate guest count when making your reservation to avoid any misunderstandings or inconveniences during your stay.
We value your understanding and cooperation in ensuring the accuracy of guest count and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all our guests.
Elevated Experience:
Private chef, formal dining settings, firepit smores kit, holiday decor, and custom itineraries are available for an additional cost. Elevated experiences are perfect for girl's trips, family celebrations and events, retreats, and more.
It's important to note we’re happy to offer access to our specialty dishware through a curated table setting upgrade. To ensure everything stays in beautiful condition, these pieces aren’t available for self-setup.
Accessibility Features
If you or any member of your group requires handicap accessibility, please contact upon booking. We will be more than happy to provide you with additional instructions and accommodations to ensure a comfortable and safe stay.
Sleeping Accommodations
For additional sleeping options, our property offers versatile arrangements to accommodate larger groups or families.
Moving of Furniture
Please don't move the furniture around, and if you do, please put it back like it was in the picture included with this listing before you check out. Furniture found not as it was in the listings picture will be subject to an additional $50 moving fee above and beyond the cleaning fee.
Decks and Porches
Please do not lean, sit or push on the railings to any of the Decks or Porches.
Cell Service/Internet
Cell Service may be spotty, depending on your carrier. It is best to download your welcome message before you come to the home. The internet is provided by Spectrum is reliable except in severe weather conditions.
Fire Wood
There is a Fire Pit, guests are asked to bring their own firewood.
Tully Pond
No motorboats are allowed and there is a YMCA children's day camp on the pond in July and August, Mondays thru Fridays. You will hear the sound of children frolicking on weekdays. Tully Pond is a public pond, that the general public can and does use. There are other homes on the pond that people do use and enjoy. Tully Pond is in a nature area and insects, bugs, ants, and small animals are all around and may enter the house.
Boats
If you are enjoying the lake on one of our watercraft, please remember to return the boats and oars to shore and place near firepit area. Please make sure boats are turned upside so that they don’t collect rain water. Guests are responsible for retrieving any boats “lost at sea” during their stay. Life jackets are kept in outdoor storage bins and should be returned to the bin dry after use.
Location
The pond is a nature pond, so it has weeds, but is perfectly clean and safe. For serious swimming use the nearby Tully Lake. Rodents, insects, ants and other wildlife can and do enter into the house.
Pets/Animals/Companion Animals
Well behaved pets are welcome, but we do ask that you include the pet fee of $175 for stays under four days. For stays for five days or more, we ask that you add the pet as an extra guest which is an extra fee.
Pets are not to be left unattended in the space unless placed in a guest provided crate or something similar. Guests are also asked to bring coverings for our furniture to keep pet dander off of our soft goods, bedding and furniture.
Please pick up any animal waste and use poop bags with the regular trash.
All outdoor furniture is brought inside for the season from Mid October until Mid April
Garbage
During your stay and when you check out, put your filled garbage bags into the Gelinas dumpster closest to the home. It will be near the driveway between the large bolder and birdbox
Keys
Keys to the cottages can be found in the lock boxes adjacent to the entryway. The key should be returned to the lock box every time you use it, do not take the keys off the property. If a key is lost or you get locked out during your stay you will be charged $50.
Hot Tub
Water Appearance: Due to regular treatment with cleaning solutions, the hot tub water may not always appear crystal clear. Rest assured, it’s thoroughly cleaned & treated before each guest’s arrival for a safe & hygienic experience.
Keep Plugged In & Cover After Use: To prevent damage to the hot tub we ask that you keep it plugged in. We also request you cover it when not in use. Failing to do so will result in a $75 fee.
Hot Tub Waiver:
Guest understands that a hot tub is available on the property for their private use. By booking this listing, the guest assumes any and all liability from the use of said hot tub.
Guest understands that the hot tub is available on the property for their private use. Guest assumes any and all liability from use of said hot tub. Guest is aware that using the hot tub while under the influence of alcoholic beverages increases the risk of death. Guest will keep the hot tub closed and cover locked when not in use and will supervise any minors when using the hot tub. By using the hot tub & pond, Guest agrees to assume all liability from said use and hereby indemnifies Owner.
Guest specifically accepts ALL liability for use of the hot tub & pond on the property and understands that Owner shall have no liability from any accidents, injuries, or death that may result from the proper or improper use of said hot tub. Guests accepts said liability by voluntary use of said hot tub & pond.
Furthermore, our home features two pellet stoves for additional heating. If you choose to use the pellet stoves, it's important to ensure they are filled with pellets & turned off completely after use. Failure to do so can result in unnecessary energy consumption and potential hazards. Please note that a $75 fee will be charged for failure to turn off the pellet stove to cover the costs associated with its operation and maintenance.
Grill
There is a grill for your use. Guest are responsible to supply their own propane, charcoal, and lighter fluid. Guest are also responsible for cleaning/scrapping grill before and after use.
Expendables and Toiletries
We provide guest with 1-2 rolls of toilet paper for each bathroom (between 3-6 rolls in total) and 1-2 rolls of paper towels. Depending on your length of stay and number of people in your party, guest may be required to add additional supplies for their party.
Checkout
Checkout is at 10AM. Late checkouts are not permissible, for each hour you remain on the property after the 10AM checkout time you will be charged $25. Feel free to pile used towels and linens on the floor so they can be easily identified and picked up and leave beds unmade.
Millers River8 min in auto - 5.3 km