Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit

Swanton, Vermont
$272 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Spacious three bedroom, one bath cottage with a 3-story boathouse overlooking the lake.

Linens/towels/toiletries/plates/glasses/coffee cups/Keurig/coffee/grill propane included. The main cottage has a large kitchen with a full size refrigerator/freezer/stove/microwave/kitchen table, the 3 bedrooms (king, full, 2 twins) and bathroom (full tub and shower), and a walk-out patio with a grill, patio table and chairs.

There are air conditioners in the master bedroom and boathouse living room and propane heat for cool nights.

The cottage is attached to the boathouse via hallway where the deck or living room surrounded by windows offer the perfect setting to take in the lake and amazing sunsets.
There is a recreation room in the lower level of the boathouse providing extra space to spread out, play games, watch movies or just relax.

Down the stairs from the main cottage is a private swimming/sunning beach with access to the boathouse that is full of amenities to include: two kayaks, pool floats, sun chairs, beach umbrellas, and life jackets.

It's a great, private place to take a swim or launch on a kayak fishing/site seeing cruise along the beautiful shoreline. There is no dock (predominantly west winds) but the front yard offers plenty of space to park a boat and trailer. There are two public boat launches nearby (West Swanton Boat Access .2 miles and Tabor Point Boat Ramp 4.2 miles).

In addition, we are just steps from Hog Island Market where fishing equipment, bait, fishing license, ice, beer, wine, and groceries are all available. Campbell's Bay Campground (6mi) is also close by for Pontoon, Motor Boat, or Canoe rentals. West Swanton Orchard (.9mi) is a great stop for apples, soft ice cream and souvenirs. Green Mountain Stables is directly across the road where visitors can watch the horses training or take riding lessons, and Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is also just one mile away.

It's a truly unique cottage centrally located within the best Pike, Bass and Walleye fishing grounds on the lake!

For those who want a bit more adventure, the Canadian boarder is just 4 miles north. There is a nice small, waterfront town with several great restaurants called Venice en Quebec just across the border. Montreal is also only one hour north so bring your passports!

Here is a rundown of additional restaurants and places of interest nearby:

To the West:
- Alburgh (4-8 miles)
> Dollar General/On the Run Gas Station and Quickstop (4 miles)

- Lake Champlain Islands Dining: North Hero House, Hero's Welcome, Ruthcliffe Lodge, McKees Island Pub and Pizza, Blue Paddle, Tikki Bar, (all about a 15 mile beautiful drive southwest through islands)

To the East:
- Swanton (7.5 miles)
> House of Pizza
> Shaggy's Snack Bar (famous fries!)
> Hannafords, Dollar General, Aubuchan Hardware
> McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, multiple gas stations/quick stops

- St Albans (15 miles)
> Pie in the Sky (pizza, hot sandwiches)
> Mimmo's Italian
> Twiggs Gastropub (drink specials/live entertainment)
> Jeff's Main Seafood
> 14th Star Brewing

Laundromat: One in Alburgh 10 min west and one in Swanton 10 min east. Both are 24-hour facilities.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Beach Umbrellas On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Freezer Microwave Oven Refrigerator (full Size) Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Furnished Patio Garden Outdoor Furniture Yard
  • POOL/SPA

    Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Bay On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • William

    Submitted Oct 1, 2021

    Stayed Sep 22, 2021

    Our stay at the cabin was relaxing and peaceful. We sat at the beach, fished, the waves were a little choppy for the kayaks while we were there?. Would stay there again if ever we return to Vermont.

  • Dave

    Submitted Sep 8, 2020

    Stayed Sep 3, 2020

    The house and amenities were excellent! The view was awesome!

  • kayla o.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    The perfect peaceful escape on the lake. Lovely view from the house, so much space, and options for in-home entertainment. Great walking trails that allow dogs nearby too. Enjoyed our stay so much! Thank you!

  • C.J. W.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    Very cute place with a beautiful view. Dog friendly and great beach for the dogs to run around on. Stairs were a little wonky if you had kids of walking age but we did not so was not a problem. Owner was incredible! Very communicative and super friendly! Would love to come back during peak season were we could enjoy more of the lake activities.

  • Tawny D.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    We booked this rental to get away from our busy lives and relax and this was perfect for us. The balcony is where we spent hours and hours just watching the sun set, reading books, drinking coffee and wine. The location was perfect for us because our only agenda was to relax. We did find a fantastic winery, a few towns to explore, and a sandy beach (dune) that we had all to ourselves to celebrate our anniversary. Also I’m not too proud to say the couches provided the perfect naps, pure heaven.

  • Lynn W.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Large, very family friendly accomodations. We arrived on a very hot day and the air conditioners and fans were going full blast and it was so comfortable. Everything was neat and tidy. The view was spectacular. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare your own food. The host left coffee and bottled water for us, which was appreciated. It is quite dated but for us that was part of the charm. We enjoyed the game room and board games.

  • Patty A.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    We had a great stay in this lovely pet friendly home! It was a family vacation, two adults, 4 kids ages 17-21.The views were amazing!! The kitchen fully stocked, nice size bedrooms, living room, and play room. We loved the use of the kayaks and being lakeside. To get to down to the lake there were a lot of stairs, but we didn't mind and the kids loved it! Would definitely recommend, the host Josie was very responsive and friendly!!

  • Calimour

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    This was the first property we have stayed at where my first thought was, I could see us coming back here. The only real drawbacks to me were the lack of washer, dryer, and the AC wasn't really suffcient for 90 degree farenheit days(of which we had several). It would have also been nice if the lake wasn't low, but that's not the propery's fault!

  • Erica Y.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    This camp was perfect for our needs for a week on the lake. We had no difficulty settling in with our family of 4 and our golden retrievers in tow. The property is well maintained, the inside of the cabin was clean and inviting. It is roomy enough that we never felt crowded for space. Everything we needed to prepare meals or play down by the water was provided. The balcony was perfect for morning coffee, sunsets and yoga. The location made for a great base camp for the week, as we explored Burlington, Lake Placid and Montréal. The camp is in a very quiet locale between small towns. We found some great breakfast spots and a popular local creamee place close by. If you are looking to slow down and relax, this is a wonderful place to do it. We would absolutely return to this get-away on Lake Champlain.

  • Catherine G.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    If you enjoy any of these activities, check out this cottage near Missisquoi National Wildlife Refugee. Enjoy Lake Champlain with its s shimmers and sunset and so much to do at hand. Cottage is comfortable on a quiet street.

  • Leif G.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    Fantastic expansive view of Lake Champlain feeling like we were on a ship sailing on the lake. Big house with no noise. Two houses alongside and none across the street.

  • Sylvia S.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    The cottage is incredibly large indoors with a stunning view of the lake from the family room. Everything you needed for meal prep was in the kitchen. Beds were comfy. The cottage sits in a rural area with excellent easy hiking trails nearby. We took a quick jaunt to Quebec (15 minutes away) for lunch and spent a great day at the Shelburne Museum in Burlington. Just a reminder:beaches in this part of the world are rock, not sand.

  • Diane V.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    I was disappointed that there was no dock and the water was difficult to get to. My granddaughter was so looking forward to playing in the water. Plus all the outdoor equipment (canoe, etc) were in a garage under the house and difficult to get to. Not as advertised

  • Wilfredo S.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 28, 2024

    The stay was peaceful and quiet like we wanted! Big location within the home, unfortunately this Property had issues with big and Cobwebs all over the place inside and outside! They really need a cleaning of Webs ASAP. The beach area is over grown with weeds and bushes everywhere. The water was good for Kayaking, definitely don’t recommend you swim in the water ! Bring food prior to getting across the bring to Vermont!

  • bracha n.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    beautiful cottage on the lake the kids enjoyed the well stocked boat house.

  • Michael A.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    Great place to stay...Highly recommended!

  • Kayla S.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    My husband and I fell in love with the balcony view!! Very relaxing and peaceful. The house is quite spacious, which was good for our large dog to roam around. We luckily had a week of good weather and went kayaking almost every day. Everything was nice and clean and well stocked as well.

  • Kelly H.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    It was nice size, and the ease of access to the water made things easy.

  • Marnie D.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    We had a lovely stay at the cottage! The view was spectacular. The place was bigger than expected with plenty of room to spread out. My parents loved sitting out on the porch with the lake view. My boys loved kayaking and fishing right from the back yard. Beautiful biking on Isle la motte nearby and walking at Missiquoi wildlife refuge. The host provided everything that we needed for the stay to make us comfortable! Wonderful place for a quiet and peaceful get away! Would definitely recommend for both couples and families!

  • Christopher A.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    Great location, lots of space. Very easy to deal with & clean! Highly recommend

  • GEORGE M.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    Excellent time had by all. Josie is a top notch host.

  • Submitted May 20, 2024

    Stayed May 16, 2024

    This property was very spacious inside and outside. The sunsets were amazing. The house was very clean with everything we needed and the communications with Josie was great. We highly recommend this place and look forward to going back.

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