Tots Cabin of Braeloch

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Washer

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Pet friendly

Kitchen

Explore the area

Colchester, VT

University of Vermont20 min drive
Church Street Marketplace22 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)24 min drive
Waterfront Park25 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A four-bedroom century old cabin that was completely rebuilt in 2011 with every modern convenience and 200mbps wifi; located in a private cove on Lake Champlain.

The house has four bedrooms (2Q, 1F, 2T) and two bathrooms. The living room is open to the kitchen & has twin french doors open to our oversized screen porch with epic water views.

The property has a private sandy beach with great deep water swimming - access in shallows is clay and silt bottom however and weedy. Fishing is excellent and we have two kayaks for your use.

Small single-story ranch that was completely reconstructed in 2011. Wood burning fireplace in the living room and great breezes throughout with dozens of windows and great views of Lake Champlain. Tons of outdoor space and most families eat out on the screen porch and play games. We do not have television but you can stream and our 200mbps wifi is very good (Xfinity).

Queen bedrooms are large and solid pine top to bottom including the walls with nice large windows. The kids room is also big with regular twin sized beds and terrific windows that do not get morning light and are also terrific places to nap. The full bedroom is tiny and not particularly comfortable. The best feature besides the porch is the sun deck which is 600 SF and gets great morning sun and all afternoon.

The kitchen is very modern with farm sink, dishwasher, and a cooking island. It has loads of cooking pots and utensils.

Swimming is not good and we are working on the beachfront which is in need of more sand. The waterfront is very gradual and clay bottom so icky to walk in but swimming out is terrific and we have a canoe and a swim float far enough out to enjoy the swimming. Lots of rocks and caves to explore and swim on as well.

Tennis court is available to use and we have a basketball court too that are community provided but you have full use of them on a first come basis.

The house is at the edge of an unused 15 acre meadow. The entire area is for you to explore so long as you respect people's property line but there is over 300 acres of land and yet we are only 20 minutes from downtown Burlington VT.
Don't leave fires unattended
Drive slow in Braeloch. Crawl around the white farmhouse at the curve pls (10MPH)
If you move furniture, please replace

Property manager

Johnny Walker

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this cabin is on the beach. Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Church Street Marketplace. Beverage Warehouse and Essex Family Fun & Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Colchester, VT

What's nearby

University of Vermont - 20 min drive
Church Street Marketplace - 22 min drive
Saint Michael's College - 24 min drive
Lake Champlain Ferry - 24 min drive
Waterfront Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 23 min drive
Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 17 min drive
McDonald's - 25 min drive
Burger King - 17 min drive
The Village Scoop - 15 min drive
McGillicuddy's on the Green - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tots Cabin of Braeloch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tots Cabin of Braeloch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tots Cabin of Braeloch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tots Cabin of Braeloch located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Champlain and within 6 mi (10 km) of Niquette Bay State Park and Sand Bar State Park. Lake Champlain Islands and Arrowhead Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Exceptional

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

May 15, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation

Tots cabin is rustic but lovely and the property and view are incredible! I highly recommend this beautiful and tranquil location if you're looking for a cozy get away. We had a lovely family and friends gathering for dinner and celebration after my sons graduation from SMC. Everyone loved the cabin and views, we had a delightful time and will return sometime in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Johnny Walker

Braeloch is a 6th generation community founded by George Dick Finlay who emigrated from Glasgow Scotland when he was 6 years old in the mid 1800's. He grew up and worked for an important Railroad Baron when he came across 300 acres with 2.5 miles of shoreline near Burlington, VT. Scouting it out for his patriarch - at that time Burlington was something of a summer social scene for the billionaire set - George toured what would become "Braeloch" only to report that "there was nothing much to see", all the while holding an intent to purchase contract in his coat pocket.

The Finlay's did buy all 300 acres and they did name it Braeloch (gaelic for "Hill - Lake") and they raised their four daughters and one son there. "Granny Tot" was the great grandmother of the brothers who still own this treasure along with two other nearby properties.

Why they chose this property

Brealoch is the same as it was when George Finlay bought it in 1896. It hasn't changed. Even many of the houses are unchanged, albeit renovated. What you will see when you visit Braeloch is how Vermont was for hundreds of years before paved roads and street corners pervaded our every vantage.

What you will not see is anyone else, except the occasional neighbor who walks their dog along the "Brealoch Loop" which does run by Tots Cabin.

What makes this property unique

Tots Cabin is restorative. Our brother's story is a good way to explain this. He is a law partner who works 60 hours a week and can afford to spend his vacation anywhere in the world yet he spends every August at Tots for this simple reason; it connects him to an older world that knows only of dancing fireflies and the orchestra of frogs and how to sleep deeply after an exhaustive day on the bay.

The kids love to play in the sand on the beach and everyone loves to swim off the rocks and explore. I love coffee in the morning overlooking the meadow and tennis after 4pm (it gets hot during the day). My wife loves board games on the porch after dinner. Everyone can find something to do at Tots.

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