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This private Island is available to rent. You can rent the entire Island or just a cabin or two. We take you to the Island on our pontoon boat and while on the Island you can share the use of our canoes, kayaks, standup boards or paddle boats. There is also volleyball, badminton, horseshoes on the Island. There are five cabins and a Lodge that can be rented together or separately. The space A Private Island for Rent It’s All Lakefront Laurel Island is a 5 acre Island on a Lake in Connecticut. It is a Retreat Location which is available for use by retreat planners or by individuals. Laurel Island is seasonal and is available from May 1 to October 1. Location Laurel Island is a perfect location to hold a retreat, reunion or family group that combines the privacy and peacefulness of an island and facilities for groups both large and small. Accommodations include 5 private cottages and a large main lodge for gathering. Local catering is available for group meals and will provide meals adaptable to different diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, or others. The 5 acre island’s canopy trees, blueberry bushes, rocky outcrops and large grassy field provide numerous spaces for activities and events. A huge covered deck overlooking the lake provides protection regardless of the weather, and is attached to the lodge for easy access. All of these spaces lend well for yoga, meditation, nature, wellness and other types of retreats, reunions or family groups. Accommodations In the cottages, guests choose to sleep in either community rooms (a room with no doors), a shared room, or a private room. In total, there are 19 rooms for shared or private stays. The island can accommodate 39 people. The Island can be rented during the week or on the weekend. It is less expensive during the week. Also you can rent one or a few cabins at less cost.. Thank you for your interest in LaurelIslandct I’ve attached the price list below. In order to reserve a cabin(s) you need to use the AirBNB system or contact us directly We have a house on the shore of Lake Pocotopaug, 11 Old Marlborough Rd. We have ample parking at our house. When you come, we will take you and your belongings to the Island on our pontoon boat. At the end of your stay we will take you back to shore. While you are on the Island you will have the use of a rowboat, and shared use of canoes, kayaks and paddleboats. Our house is about a mile from the Island and there is a park, Sears Park, 400 yards from the Island. During your stay, at times by mutual arrangement, we could take you to our house and back in the pontoon boat. Every lake has algae in it and at times Lake Pocotopaug has an abundance of algae.The town has installed an algae control system which worked great last summer We do not rent the Island for bachelor parties nor drunken reunions. We do not allow any activity which will damage the Lodge floor like drinking games. There is a caretaker on the Island throughout your stay for your safety and to preserve our property. Price List for Laurel Island Laurel Island LLC Cabins Weekends- 3 days and 2 nights one cabin-up to 6 people $1600 4 days and 3 nights one cabin-up to 6 people $1900 Weekdays-3 days and 2 nights one cabin-up to 6 people $800 one cabin-up to 4 people $600 Weekdays-4 days and 3 nights one cabin up to 6 people $1100 one cabin up to 4 people $800 Full Week one cabin up to 6 people $2400 Whole Island( Lodge plus all 5 cabins )(limit 39 people) 3 weekdays $5000 plus $250/person for each person beyond 20 Weekend(3 days, 2 nights) $8000 plus $250/person for each person beyond 20 Week (7 days, 6 nights) $10,000 plus $500/person for each person beyond 20 10 days(10 days, 9 nights) $13,000 plus $650/person for each person beyond 20 (we provide sheets and towels for whole Island rentals) For a whole Island rental in case of cancellation the deposit is forfeit. For a cabin rental the deposit is forfeit after one week before the rental date. Comments on Laurel Island 1. We provide biodegradable shampoo(in showers), dishsoap, cleansers toilet paper and sponges 2. The tap water on Laurel Island is potable, you can drink it. 3. You bring: flashlight, sheets, towels, food. We provide sheets and towels for entire Island rentals or for an extra charge of $50/person in other cases. 4. Row boats are provided- see us for life jackets/floatation cushions 5. Large trash and recycling cans are provided at each cabin. We provide bags to line the cans. When they are full during your stay, please bring them to the main dock area for removal from the Island. 6. We have two kayaks and two canoes for shared use. You can rent recreational kayaks and/or canoes from The Happiest Paddler about ¼ mile from Island from the western side 7. We have two dogs who can roam the Island. If you are not comfortable with dogs, this is probably not the right rental for you. The dogs are not on the Island during full Island rentals 8. There is no smoking on the Island 9. If you arrive one hour before dark we can take your belongings to the dock at your cabin 10. For a whole Island rental there will be a caretaker(me) on the Island during your stay. 11. We do not rent for bachelor parties. The damage has been troubling. Some comments on Laurel Island Wonderful Escape from the City. You won’t be disappointed. Ann C., Rockaway, NY June 2011 This was my second Yoga retreat here on Laurel Island. It was as fantastic if not more! I was so looking forward to this weekend, and really hate to see it end. I truly can’t wait to come back. Kim F., Tampa FL, June 2011 Our large group visited Laurel Island for a work retreat, and everyone had a fantastic time! Jack and Jan were very accommodating with our complicated boat schedule (guests coming and going at all hours) and worked with us patiently ahead of time to coordinate all of the details. The cabins are charming - each with their own character and feel - plus they all have decks and docks on the water. The lodge is well-appointed and very large, with lots of activities and space for everyone. We especially enjoyed using the kitchen, all of the water sport equipment (canoes, kayaks, tubes), board games, ping pong table, and large outdoor patio/deck. The island is well-maintained but still feels like you're out in nature - there are lots of fun forested spaces to explore and the plants and grass are cared for. The hammocks and benches scattered across the island are really nice surprises and lovely to relax in. The lake itself is especially great - it's clean with a sandy bottom, nice for swimming and the canoes and kayaks provided (though beware of large underwater rocks near the main dock). It really seems like you can find the equipment for any kind of activity already stashed somewhere on the island - and Jack was available to answer all of our questions and help out during our stay. (He even built a campfire for marshmallow roasting for us!) All in all, Laurel Island was exactly what we were looking for - peaceful, fun, beautiful, unique, and convenient! Definitely recommend! K……. , August 2012 Some comments on Laurel Island Wonderful Escape from the City. You won’t be disappointed. Ann C., Rockaway, NY June 2011 This was my second Yoga retreat here on Laurel Island. It was as fantastic if not more! I was so looking forward to this weekend, and really hate to see it end. I truly can’t wait to come back. Kim F., Tampa FL, June 2011 Our large group visited Laurel Island for a work retreat, and everyone had a fantastic time! Jack and Jan were very accommodating with our complicated boat schedule (guests coming and going at all hours) and worked with us patiently ahead of time to coordinate all of the details. The cabins are charming - each with their own character and feel - plus they all have decks and docks on the water. The lodge is well-appointed and very large, with lots of activities and space for everyone. We especially enjoyed using the kitchen, all of the water sport equipment (canoes, kayaks, tubes), board games, ping pong table, and large outdoor patio/deck. The island is well-maintained but still feels like you're out in nature - there are lots of fun forested spaces to explore and the plants and grass are cared for. The hammocks and benches scattered across the island are really nice surprises and lovely to relax in. The lake itself is especially great - it's clean with a sandy bottom, nice for swimming and the canoes and kayaks provided (though beware of large underwater rocks near the main dock). It really seems like you can find the equipment for any kind of activity already stashed somewhere on the island - and Jack was available to answer all of our questions and help out during our stay. (He even built a campfire for marshmallow roasting for us!) All in all, Laurel Island was exactly what we were looking for - peaceful, fun, beautiful, unique, and convenient! Definitely recommend! K……. , August 2012 Guest access If you rent the entire Island you have access to everything. If you rent one or more cabins you have access to the cabins and the one acre open area in the middle where there is a fire pit and land sports. Of course you have access to the lake. Other things to note We have canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, standup boards and row boats for your use. There is swimming in the lake, we have a swimming raft too. There is a 5 acre Island with bocce, croquet, volleyball and badminton.