The Lothrop Cottage is located on the shore of Lake Salem in Derby in the Northeast Kingdom near the Canadian border It has a private 100-foot sandy beach and is great for swimming, fishing, hiking and biking, and enjoying beach life. The cottage has its own dock and a 12' aluminum rowboat which can be used with a small outboard motor. The lake is shallow with a drop-off about 100 yards from shore making it safe for swimming and dogs frolicking. The cottage is located on a peninsula separating Big Salem from Little Salem. Both lakes are excellent for fishing, with plenty of bass, walleye, and salmon. 

The Northeast Kingdom is one of Vermont’s hidden treasures. The area has been called the Switzerland of Vermont due to the presence of such beautiful mountains like Jay Peak, Burke, and Owls Head which are great for hiking and there is a NEK Mountain Challenge of 20 summits to reach. There are numerous lakes to visit such as Memphremagog, Seymour, Willoughby, Caspian, and Echo adding to the beauty of the area. Montreal lies less than two hours away for a day of international food and sightseeing. The area has several golf courses and tennis courts are available in Derby.

The cottage has three bedrooms and a central living room heated by a Vermont Castings stove. This light-filled cottage is great for keeping an eye on activities on the Lake. The bedrooms have one queen, one double, and one single bed. There is another single bed in an alcove in the living room. The bathroom has a tub and shower. 

The living room is spacious with an open plan that links to the kitchen and screened in porch. It has a Vermont casting stove and lots of firewood which keeps the whole cottage nice and cozy. The dining area has a large table which looks out at the lake. There is a front-screened porch which runs the length of the cottage, has dining table and chairs and offers and a great place to watch the activity on the lake.

The kitchen has lots of counter space, is well-equipped with microwave, coffee maker, stove and refrigerator and plentiful plates, utensils, pots and pans, and serving and storage equipment.  It looks out on the lake, which is great for keeping an eye on children. There is a grill and picnic table for outdoor barbeques.

The kitchen has lots of counter space, is well equipped for all cooking needs including microwave, coffee maker, and electric stove.  It has an attached screened-in mud and snack room which looks out into the woods.