Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Patio
Arcade/game room
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Colchester, VT
Sunset Drive-In Theater
Place, Sunset Drive-In Theater
4 min drive
Airport Park
Place, Airport Park
6 min drive
Ethan Allen Park
Place, Ethan Allen Park
7 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
17 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Built in 1930, Blue Camp is one of the few remaining original Vermont Camps
Relive those lazy days of yesteryear by the lake! This cozy 3-bedroom 1-bath seasonal camp on Malletts Bay holds all the charm and character of days gone by while including the comforts of home. Relax and watch the boats go by from the screened-in porch or take a dip in the lake off the private raft. The raft is also perfect for fishing or sunning. Blue Camp can sleep up to 8 (counting the sofa sleeper), although some guests enjoy sleeping on the screened porch for more of an outdoor experience. Limited dock space and mooring can be made available for access to your boat upon request when booking and when water levels are not too high. Fully equipped kitchen, dining area and living room with wood-stove for those cool nights. Quiet location is on a dead end dirt road within walking distance from the general store. For lakeside or Church Street dining, Burlington is accessible by bike (30-45 min on the community bike path), boat, or automobile (15 min). For the more adventurous, several zip lines are within 90 minutes and various restaurants are available on the NY side of Lake Champlain which can be crossed with your boat or by ferry. Bikes (4), kayaks (2), and paddle board are available for use. Other attractions include hiking trails, mountain climbing, museums, wineries, cruises on Lake Champlain, drive-in movie theatre, and more.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Prior approval from owner required when booking.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed under any roofed area of camp.
Camp to be left clean, Linens and towels used to be washed, dried, folded and returned to room dresser drawers in respective rooms prior to departure.
No smoking inside camp at any level, including screened porch.
As part of your post-stay inspection, verify boats, bicycles, in safe condition, confirm smoke detectors are functioning and windows and doors locked.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3517020
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Graduation
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Colchester
Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Shoppers can check out Church Street Marketplace, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Waterfront Park and Ausable Chasm. Travelling with kids? Consider Sunset Drive-In Theater and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
North Avenue Shopping Center - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
beach near Airport Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Burlington Union Station - 12 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Burger King - 12 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Casa Real - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Built in 1930, Blue Camp is one of the few remaining original Vermont Camps pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Built in 1930, Blue Camp is one of the few remaining original Vermont Camps?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Built in 1930, Blue Camp is one of the few remaining original Vermont Camps?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Built in 1930, Blue Camp is one of the few remaining original Vermont Camps?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Built in 1930, Blue Camp is one of the few remaining original Vermont Camps located?
This family-friendly Colchester cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sunset Drive-In Theater and Airport Park. Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and North Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Absolutely perfect! We loved the view and the charm of the home. The screen porch was a highlight as was having our son and his girlfriend over for some ping pong. We will be back!
We really enjoyed our stay at Blue Camp. Our days were filled with adventure in the area. And coming back to the house was absolutely beautiful and peaceful. Sitting in the screened in porch, looking out on the lake was a wonderful way to end each day.
What an amazing place! A great location and totally charming cabin, full of bonuses (kayaks, paddle board, bikes, ping pong table and more). Outstanding communication from the owner. Would definitely stay again. Can’t recommend highly enough.
Wonderful week long stay at the Blue Camp for graduation at UVM. Colchester is so close to the festivities, restaurants, and events yet coming back to the camp felt like a cozy place to enjoy food and continue the celebration! Everything was available to cook and clean with. The porch was expansive with magnificent views of the bay. A great place to pull up a rocking chair, listen to music and chat. Beds were very comfortable and if you bring sheets no need to launder the linens making clean-up easy and quick! The gas stove kept us cozy and warm with the remote. We were sad to leave - we plan to return when the lake temperature warms up for swimming and kayaking fun! Thank you John for a great, memorable stay.
Felt as though I was a child again as we had many friends with similar cabins. Loved the beautiful porch and the view of the bay. Was perfect for our annual getaway!.
Beautiful spot Malletts Bay, in Colchester Vt. House was very comfortable and clean.Met John the owner, very accommodating & friendly. The spot where the house is absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend it!
The property was amazing and the decor made it feel very homey. Its location is in proximity to a lot businesses and recreational chances. Thank you for an amazing stay!!
We had a great time at the Blue Camp. The screened in porch was the highlight. Wonderful breeze off the lake. Very peaceful setting. Central to Colchester, Burlington, and not too far from Stowe.
We had a great stay in the blue house. John was a great host and the location was perfect. Even when we had rain sitting on the screened in deck was so relaxing. Def will come back and recommend to anyone looking!
The view was excellent. It's on a quiet road, with plenty of activities nearby. The camp is rustic and unique, but well-maintained. It felt like going back in a time machine. John lives nearby, and responded quickly via direct message. The screened porch is massive and would be perfect for summer dinners. Overall, it was a lovely experience for my parents and they would certainly stay there again.
This cabin was truly the perfect getaway. The decor is lovely, the rooms are quaint, and the area is gorgeous. The biggest highlight is the porch facing the lake with the rocking chairs - you want to spend all day there. Highly recommend a stay here.
Great place, felt like living in an episode of the Waltons.
A bit dusty and cobwebby in the best way.
It would be nice if the bedroom walls were extended to the roof.
We loved this little camp, perfect spot on the lake and very nostalgic feeling. It has all of the necessary items and many comforts as well. It was a chilly weekend but the heating stove kept us toasty! Very easy to use with a remote. If we come when the weather is better we’d definitely use the kayaks and bikes. Loved our stay at Blue Camp!!!
Cozy & rustic lake house with amazing views & access to the lake! Great location to enjoy downtown Burlington, accessing great hiking trails & Stowe, VT within an hour. Host super responsive& helpful. We can’t wait to come back!
What a cool old cabin! John was always responsive leading up to our stay and very kindly had the heater on for us since it was pretty cold and we arrived a few hours later than we planned due to a storm. Hope to come back again and for a longer stay to spend more time in the area and on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Marcey C.
16 Jun 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Fabulous Porch View @ Blue Camp
We enjoyed Blue Camp's porch view of Mallets Bay, especially the sunrise views and watching the boats on the bay. It's in a quiet neighborhood and is well located for easy drives to the islands or mountains for hiking or Burlington for dining and shopping.
The blue cabin was a wonderful little retreat nestled right on Lake Champlain. The views were spectacular, the cabin was spotless and also has every amenity you could possibly think of, and then some! Communication with the renter was quick and easy and seamless. A total 10/10 experience. I would totally recommend this place!
Sometimes these places sound too good to be true. Not the case here, perfect place for a quiet getaway, explore the beautiful Burlington area, including the lake. You can hike, bike, kayak or just chill in the serenity of the amazing screen porch. Everything you need is right there. The hosts do a wonderful job with the place. Thank you for a great stay.
I can’t say better things about my stay at the Blue Camp. My mom and I had a mother daughter trip here in late September. it’s absolutely picturesque and so so cozy. John is a wonderful human and host. There is an uncles number of things to do, and I really enjoyed riding the bikes on the property to the nearby islands. You will have the coziest beast time here. Already looking forward to coming back in the summer with friends and getting in the lake.
The listing was accurate, pics and all. It wasn't spotless, which we kinda figured since it relies on other guests and is an older place. The weather sucked, but we made the best of it! Our last day was amazing though, and we loved the porch. Best part? We got to sit out there even though it rained.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by John
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests