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Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat

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Beach | Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Colchester, VT
  • Popular LocationLake Champlain Ferry15 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaterfront Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Vermont16 min drive
  • AirportBurlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)28 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat

Discover VT's charm and natural beauty. Our cottage is perched on the tranquil shores of Lake Champlain - in a uniquely shallow and sand bottomed beach. It offers an idyllic retreat, easy access to the vibrant city of Burlington with its great restaurants, micro-breweries, concerts, and highly ranked colleges like UVM, Champlain College, and St. Michaels College. In the fall, immerse yourself in the stunning fall foliage, revel in the lakeside serenity, and enjoy a quintessential VT hideaway. And in the spring, enjoy the crisp fresh air and pristine clear water coming from the white capped green mountains.

This charming cottage boasts three cozy bedrooms, making it ideal for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a remote work retreat. Wake up to the breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and walk down the path to a hidden gem sandy beach that goes for hundreds of yards, in a unique shallow area of the lake - perfect for children of all ages! While in the fall, the Adirondacks and Green Mountains offer the unparalleled colors of fall foliage. In the spring, sit on the porch and discover the freshness of the crisp Vermont air and the serene sounds of Lake Champlain.

Our 3 bedroom cottage is well appointed for remote work as well as a family retreat. Primary bedroom boasts a queen size bed, the second bedroom sleeps up to 4 children (or adults) on 2 bunk beds. At the 3rd bedroom has a queen size futon that also serves as a private office with standup desk, extra monitors, web camera, and a docking station - paired with the High-speed WiFi through the cottage - it provides for high performance remote work. The third bedroom also provides access to washer and dryer.

The cottage features a full kitchen with all the essentials to whip up both quick and elaborate meals - and the whole family can seat on the high chairs and enjoy a family dinner, sit at the porch to see and hear the lake while you enjoy dinner, or go outside and have a meal at the picnic table. Besides the full size refrigerator, there is also a beverage fridge to keep all your micro-brews cold.

Unwind in the comfortable living area, it has a comfortable couch and chairs to hang out and play family games or just relax in a cool air conditioned space after a long day under the sun. In the living room there is also a second work desk, allowing for multiple people to work remote. The high-speed WiFi supports both workstations to be on Zoom/streaming while multiple other device stream videos and movies.

The bathroom is small but functional with everything you need and the shower has consistent hot water.

The porch has plenty of seating space for the family to sit and enjoy the views and breeze from the lake. Also on the porch, there is a table for the family to have a meal in the shade but still enjoy the sunny days and crisp Vermont air.

The yard provides a space to lounge and soak the sun and for kids to run around and play. It includes a grill and a picnic table for outdoor dining. In the shed, you will find beach chairs, floaties, coolers, surfboards, paddleboards (convertible to kayak), bicycles, and miscellaneous toys, frisbees, and balls. Everything you need to feel right at home at our private beach and make the most of your time in our cottage.

Step out onto our private shared sandy beach and savor lakefront living. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply lounging by the water's edge. Or walk/ride to the trail and explore the causeway and the bike path all the way to Burlington and beyond.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Malletts Bay, a neighborhood in Colchester. Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterfront Park and Ausable Chasm. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Champlain - 1 min walk
  • Church Street Marketplace - 14 min drive
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 15 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 15 min drive
  • University of Vermont - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burlington Boathouse - 14 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Splash At The Boathouse - 14 min drive
  • Foam Brewers - 15 min drive
  • McGillicuddy's on the Green - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat located?

Located in Malletts Bay, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Champlain and Airport Park. Auer Family Boathouse and Sunset Drive-In Theater are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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Family Vacation
Everything we needed was available, and even some nice bonus items. Great variety of kitchen and cooking supplies. Great items for kids, toys and books and activities. Great location, an easy, livable cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024