Romantic Lakefront Cabin with Stunning Views

Bridport, Vermont
$276 avg/night
Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to The Book House: a small, book-filled cabin on a narrow stretch of Lake Champlain, built for people who actually want quiet: no TV, a wall of good books, a gas fireplace, and a soundtrack of loons, crickets, owls, foxes, the occasional passing boat, and a distant train whistle. One bedroom (half-open to the living room) with a double bed, plus a couch that folds to a twin if someone snores. Full kitchen, covered deck, fire pit out front with plenty of wood and Adirondack chairs, anda little lookout with stairs down to the beach.

Please read before booking: this is a rustic, one-room-feel cottage. The tub/shower sits behind a Thai screen in the main living space, and the toilet is in a small closet off the kitchen — there's no hallway or separate bathroom. If you need real privacy from whoever you're traveling with, this isn't the right fit. The stairs to the beach are sturdy but steep, and may not work for guests with mobility issues.

You're 10 feet from the water, so expect country-cabin quirks — the odd spider web, some dust when a window's open. It's part of the charm if you're here to unplug; it may not be for you if you're not.

On the water: a canoe for two and kayaks, great bass fishing right off the shore, and enough of a narrow channel that you can paddle to inlets on the New York side. Slate beach below for fires, beachcombing, and building rock sculptures. S'mores and toasting sticks provided.

Setting: a quiet dead-end dirt road with only a few cottages and almost no traffic — dogs love it, squirrels are plentiful, cars are not. Nightly sunsets over the Adirondacks, some of the darkest skies in the Northeast for stargazing, and great birdwatching (bald eagles, woodpeckers, hummingbirds).

Around you: 5 miles to the Bridport Country Store and town green, 13 miles to Middlebury College, 14 miles to restaurants (Fire and Ice, The Black Sheep). Hiking at Snake Mountain and the Trail Around Middlebury, waterfalls, Revolutionary-era forts and Fort Ticonderoga across the bridge, farm stands with fresh bread, eggs, syrup, and seasonal picking, plus local wineries and breweries.
WiFi included, no TV. Charcoal and gas grill. No smoking.

A note on the septic: the tank is close to the lake on a ledge, so please go easy — if it's yellow, let it mellow, and use the bathroom wastebasket for paper. We spray organically for ticks.

I'm in a cottage down the hill behind a fence — close enough to help if you need something, far enough that you won't hear from me otherwise.
This place isn't for everyone. If you want quiet enough to hear yourself think, it might be exactly what you're looking for.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Ski Lift Privileges
  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 850 Sq Ft (79 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Hair Dryer Shampoo Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Video Library
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village In The City Center In The Mountains Near A Hospital Next To A Golf Course On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: No Smoking Ever, Except On The Beach. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Laura

    Submitted Oct 11, 2022

    Stayed Oct 7, 2022

    Had a very good experience. The host is very communicative and friendly. The cabin is cozy and warm with everything you need. Would definitely return!

  • Kelley M.

    Submitted May 26, 2026

    Stayed May 21, 2026

    sweet little spot by the lake. secluded and dog friendly. great outdoor spaces to enjoy. lovely and communicative host. friendly and kind neighbors.

  • sam p.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Fantastic!! Host was awesome! Beautiful view on the Lake, Places to walk and close by. A place to rest and have fun. Warm and cozy! Loved the atmosphere. Will go back in warmer weather to take advantage of the many amenities of the Lake and area. Better than a 5 star hotel. Romantic and charming shall sum it up. Very basic. Which we loved.

  • Deb L.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Absolutely beautiful. Spent the week relaxing and reconnecting. Snake mountain was a great hike with stunning view. Visited many of the cute neighboring towns. Just what we needed

  • Sara G.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    We loved spending our days out on the deck reading with the view! Not to mention the kayaks. Laurel was a wonderful host, so responsive. Thanks again!!

  • Victoria S.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    Cute, cozy, quiet lake cabin with spectacular views! We loved being feet away from the lake, spending our mornings watching nature and enjoying the scenery all from the cabin front porch! Kayaking in the afternoon on lake Champlain was fantastic.. does not get better than this! Cabin itself was cute, clean, wonderfully unique, and has everything you could need. The area around Bridport is beautiful & Snake Mt. was a great day hike with amazing views. Laurel is a great host and we can’t wait to book another stay in the future!

  • Jason C.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    The Bookhouse is all you could want in a getaway. It’s cozy to be sure (good size for two people and a pup). But it has views to die for of Champlain and the Adirondacks. The water access is great. The place is very comfortable (with a great porch). And Bridport is a perfect base for exploring the region. Best of all, Laurel is a superb host. We had a fantastic stay and we can’t wait to get back soon!

  • Mike G.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    We had the most relaxing and peaceful few days at Laurel's cottage. We spent most of our time lakeside, reading, swimming, kayaking, or floating. Definitely recommend spending as much time as possible at the cottage itself for ultimate relaxation, but also be sure to spend time in Middlebury and Vergennes - two of the cutest little towns in VT. Laurel was wonderful in every way. We can't wait to come back!

  • Amanda R.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    this little cabin is so sweet! Full of great books and everything you need. The owners is so kind and pulled out all the stop to make our slightly-rainy weekend as nice as possible, even coming out to help us with a water issue in the evening and so generous all around. The location is great, a short drive to anything you need but far away enough to not hear many cars.

  • Jacquie M.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    So wonderful to escape built environments! You can spend your entire stay outdoors, on the porch or swimming, kayaking, etc. My mind slowed to a mellow pace within 30 minutes of arriving. And the owner, Laurel, is delightful. Helpful while completely unobtrusive.

  • Christine M.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    We had a nice 3-day stay at this little cabin. It's very charming and the views of the lake were very special. It is tiny - and as the listing explains, this is a cabin meant for just a couple of people who don't mind being cozy. Laurel is a great host and had a lot of great resources and references for us. Thank you Laurel!

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