Apartment

The Lakehouse of Braeloch

Lakefront apartment with sauna and Hot tub

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Downstairs floorplan
Pebble Beach!  Water shoes optional but very clean water and entry
View from top of driveway, nothing but nature!
Drone overview of house
Drone view of house

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 143207.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, University of Vermont
  • Place, Church Street Marketplace
  • Place, Waterfront Park
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Lakehouse of Braeloch

The Lakehouse of Braeloch is a one of a kind classic cedar ranch located 20 minutes from downtown Burlington and 90 minutes from Montreal, with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a private beach on Mallets Bay (Lake Champlain). Enjoy total privacy in deep ancient forest, miles from civilization yet only minutes from downtown (the big city of Burlington!). Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place.



The house includes 3,200 SF of natural luxury including a great room that is open to both a modern kitchen as well as to the 400 SF screen porch overlooking the lake. It enjoys douglas fir post and beam architecture with wide-board pine floors throughout and 30 foot vaulted wood-paneled ceilings. The main entry is the upper floor as the house is built into a slope, as are four of the six bedrooms. This is useful for families with members who have trouble navigating stairs as the kitchen, dining room, outdoor decks, great room and four of six bedrooms are on the same level as the entry (the entry is 4 steps from parking grade). The large screen porch can be completely enclosed by a `nana-wall` (5 panel sliding door that completely opens up) during cold months or evenings and is flanked on either side by 350 SF sun-decks overlooking the water and accessed from each of the upstair`s two `dueling` master bedrooms.



There is a year round outdoor hot tub overlooking the lake and a steam-sauna for two in our downstairs marble-lined `rain room` with bluetooth stereo capability.



The entire house is included in any rental, which sits on 3 acres in a secluded area remote from all but two nearby seasonal homes. The meadow located behind the house hosts a community tennis court and a baskeball court that are available for you to use. The tennis court is striped for pickleball, as well.



The house is located within a 300 acre affluent country community known as `Braeloch` which includes 2.5 miles of lake shoreline. Braeloch is a mile from a paved road through old growth forest and is a vestige of old world Vermont. It is, however 20 minutes away from downtown Burlington - a REALLY fun city - and 90 minutes drive from Montreal - A GREAT city - and very accessible to NY upstate via the Ferry on South Hero.



No houses are within sight of the Lakehouse but we have neighbors within the community, almost all are 2nd home owners. We share a tennis court and a basketball court that are for your enjoyment on first come first serve basis.



Parking via a `circle` can accomodate four cars without `blocking` the circle and more if need be.



In summer months - Memorial day to Labor day - we provide one canoe and two paddleboards for your use. We may have more items available but these are minimum however feel free to ask us!



All beds are made and ready for you to sleep upon arrival. We also can help you order groceries and have them stocked in the refridgerator upon arrival.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 are allowed on site
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

About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this apartment is on the waterfront. Arrowhead Golf Course and Essex Family Fun & Entertainment Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Beverage Warehouse and Sunset Drive-In Theater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Centennial Field or Patrick Gymnasium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • Saint Michael's College - 22 min drive - 23.1 km
  • University of Vermont - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 26 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 27 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 28 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 23 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Milton Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Bar And Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lakehouse of Braeloch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lakehouse of Braeloch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lakehouse of Braeloch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lakehouse of Braeloch located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Niquette Bay State Park, Sand Bar State Park and Eagle Mountain Natural Area. Milton Town Square and Lake Champlain Islands are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a celebration of life event for my father and this was the perfect venue for friends and family to gather to remember him.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent weekend

The property was fantastic in all senses, having such a nice space to go back to after days out made a great weekend very excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

nat p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property in wonderful place

Was an amazing time in a beautiful house right on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

UVM Graduation

Multi-generational family members traveled for a weekend stay to attend UVM's commencement in Burlington. Excellent location just 20 minutes from campus yet secluded in a beautiful and private community on Lake Champlain. Made a perfect setting for a family get together. The home is charming, well equipped and spacious. Property owner/manager was a pleasure to communicate with and the whole experience was seamless. We highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

clare s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay with so many activities

We used this property for post graduation get togethers, and it was perfect! Weather was great the whole time but even with some rain there were many things to do. Loved how spacious and how open concept it was! Will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Space, peace and full of family

Perfectly situated house with activities and equipment for all. Pontoon boat available (extra), but so much fun. Mallets bay is somewhat sheltered from the main lake so the waves were smaller when the wind picked up. Plenty of rooms and beds for a family of 4 couples and 3 grand kids and dog friendly. Water level was high so the beach had disappeared, but the dock made up for it and there was plenty of water time regardless. The beds were comfortable and the air conditioning dehumidified the house and cooled it when we had a couple of hot humid days. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment the screened porch is where we lived when not at the large dining table. The house is a practical place, it has seen many years of great fun, so not pristine, but really who wants that with so many people. Great place. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Lakehouse Getaway

We recently had the pleasure of staying at this property and it exceeded expectations. It is truly a gem, offering a perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and natural beauty. The house itself is incredibly spacious, easily accommodating our group of 9 with room to spare. The interior is welcoming and we immediately felt right at home. The separate screened in area between the two upper balconies was perfect for socializing and the lower family room was great for our gamers. The fully equipped kitchen allowed us to prepare all of our meals and the large dining area allowed us to all eat together. They even offered to put delivered groceries away prior to arrival! The highlight of our stay was the proximity of the lake. The unobstructed views of the water, created a serene and picturesque setting that we never tired of. A short walk down the hill allowed opportunities to simply enjoy a relaxing moment at the waters edge, or partake in a multitude of activities like fishing, kayaking and other water activities, all thanks to the many toys provided by the hosts. The multiple outdoor sitting areas, two fire pits (one on the private beach and other just off the back of the property) allowed treasured opportunities for truly engaging with each other, as did the provided games. This beautiful, spacious property with direct lake access and an array of thoughtful amenities made for an unforgettable family vacation. We look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun on Lake Champlain

What great time we all had. A beautiful property and location. Checkin was easy and straight forward. Property was clean and well kept. Kitchen was well appointed and had everything you needed to cook. The steam shower and hot tub got a lot of use. There was ample room for everyone to get together or chill in a special place. Highly recommend for family. I must say we enjoyed the entire place and a few small issues we promptly addressed. Rent this place and have fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHANIE A.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kosal B.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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