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Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks

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A cozy room with a patterned rug, a chair with a cushion, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A couple seated on a red leather couch with a glass table in front, surrounded by floral wallpaper and artwork.
A room with a fireplace, a bed, a sofa, and a rug.
A house with a porch, a grill, and a garden with flowers.
A white house with a blue porch, a wooden wheelbarrow, and a picnic table in a grassy yard.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Colchester, VT
  • Place, beach near Airport Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Airport Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Vermont
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Colchester

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Church Street Marketplace and North Avenue Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterfront Park and Colchester Pond Natural Area. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
Map
Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • beach near Airport Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Airport Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
  • University of Vermont - 19 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Butter - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zachary's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Delight - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks located?

Located in Malletts Bay, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Airport Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Auer Family Boathouse. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Starr Farm Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 107 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful. You can tell they are very proud of their property. It was as clean as can be . very unique!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2026
Thank you for your kind words! Pam and I take great pride in Dawson’s Diggs, and it means a lot that you noticed the care we put into it. We’re delighted you appreciated its cleanliness and unique character. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back! Warm wishes, Albert & Pam
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Second time staying at the cottages. Love the location near the causeway, lake and family who live in the area. Rode every day - beautiful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was beautifully furnished. Every time you looked around you spotted something you had missed before. Everything was clean. The beds were very comfortable. There was wonderful light in every room to be able to read. We enjoyed sitting outside in the sun in the Adirondack chairs and were able to walk the causeway at least once a day. We would definitely stay there again..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you so much Karen for this wonderful review. We’re delighted that you enjoyed the cottage’s furnishings, cleanliness, comfortable beds, and all the little details that make Dawson’s Diggs special. It’s also lovely to hear that you had plenty of good light for reading, relaxed in the Adirondack chairs, and walked the Causeway each day. It was a pleasure having you as our guests, and we would be very happy to welcome you back! Albert and Pam
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place. The location was perfection! So quiet and lovely. The decor was so cute and cozy. Albert was an excellent host. I have been waiting to do the causeway for 2 years and this was the perfect location for me.The access to the beach was so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The location was perfect for our plans. Bike riding the trail and The Causeway. We also were able to walk to the Causeway a couple of times. The use of kayaks was a great bonus. Just a note. The only bathroom is inside of one of the bedrooms. Worked for us but may not be suitable for all guests. Drive to Burlington from house was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is so gorgeously decorated and was a perfectly located and super comfortable stay for our Burlington getaway. The cottage is easy to walk to the water, which was beautiful. Getting there was easy. The beds were comfortable, the place was clean, and our host Albert was clear and easy to communicate with. We loved this stay and would love to visit again some time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The check in process was super smooth and we were able to check in early which was great. The house was just steps away from the Causeway which was great for morning and evening strolls! They also added a new stove/oven that worked well. However, the place needed a good clean. Lots of spiders in the corners, stains on the shower shelves, and a bit of a musty smell in the front porch area. We also couldn’t really find the lake view with the picnic table shown in the listing photos. It looked like the neighbors house, the only other picnic table we could find didn’t have the expected water view. The listing has been updated recently to include lots of AI photos - I probably would’ve skipped this place if they were there when I was booking as I think it’s misleading. The host was kind and helpful, and we still enjoyed our weekend in Burlington.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed the smooth early check-in, the new stove and oven, and Dawson’s convenient location beside the Causeway. We are sorry the cleanliness details did not meet your expectations. In three separate communications, we invited you to contact us if you needed anything. Because these concerns were not reported during your stay, we did not have an opportunity to inspect or address them while you were there. We will nevertheless review them with our cleaner. The directions to the shoreline stated: “Walk across the street toward the yellow cottage. Continue just beyond it. Turn left onto the short, wide path leading directly to the shoreline.” The yellow cottage and its stairs are private property and are not the designated access. Unfortunately, the neighboring owner had to redirect you after you entered his property. The cottage, its location and its listed amenities are genuine. Some recently added lifestyle images are artistic promotional renderings based on the actual cottage and surroundings. We understand that travelers may prefer documentary photographs, and we are reviewing the listing to ensure that the distinction is completely clear. We appreciate your kind words about the host and are glad you still enjoyed your weekend in Burlington.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, great stay! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was excellent - loved the causeway and biking trail.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very fun and short distance from the causeway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Exactly as described, took a nice walk on the causeway, great little place in a cool location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the easy access to the Colchester Causeway! Host responsive to questions. A delightful cottage for a vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

Cottage is cute and perfect for a stay by Lake Champlain with easy access to the Colchester Causeway and swimming in the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great decor. Comfortable beds. Bathroom and kitchen could use a little sprucing up. Location was great and got see a wonderful sunset from the causeway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

cute cottage

Beautiful views, not far from Burlington
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great stay, good communication. Everything you need!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the proximity to the causeway and Burlington very much. The cottage was an eclectic decor which was interesting and fun. The part that concerned us a bit was that the bathroom had mold on the ceiling and shower head, and no ventilation in the bathroom. We had to open the window to get the air to vent. Which was on the front lawn. We ran out of toilet paper because there was one roll. The Coffee was available but no sugar or creamer. The powder would have been fine. Also the lawn could have been mowed because with overgrowth comes ticks and such. We the area and outdoors very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2026
Susan, Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cottage's unique character and its convenient location near the Causeway and Burlington. We appreciate you bringing the bathroom concerns to our attention. The bathroom is equipped with a window for ventilation, and after receiving your comments we inspected and cleaned the areas you mentioned to ensure everything is in good condition for future guests. We're sorry that you ran short of toilet paper during your stay. Additional supplies are available upon request, and I wish I had known during your visit, as I would have been happy to bring more over right away. Regarding the lawn, we experienced an unusually rainy stretch of weather during that period, which made it difficult to maintain our normal mowing schedule. We do our best to keep the property well maintained despite changing weather conditions. Thank you again for your feedback. Guest comments help us improve, and we're glad you enjoyed the area, the Causeway, and the outdoor surroundings during your visit. Best regards,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, my grandson and I had an excellent stay. The host, Albert, was incredibly responsive to every question we had. The check-in instructions were excellent and there was a laminated sheet with instructions for everything we needed to know. The kitchen was well equipped and everything worked. Now, one has to keep in mind that this is a lake cottage not a timeshare resort Villa. So “rustic” would be an appropriate adjective. There’s an air conditioner in the master bedroom and a large split level AC unit in the living room which kept the whole place cool. And the entrance to the Causeway was less than 100 yards from our cabin, making it very easy to get to the bike trail which we spent the better part of two days exploring. One comment, which has been mentioned by other reviewers, is the lack of an exhaust fan in the bathroom which left it humid such that the bath towels and washcloths didn’t dry. We solve that problem by simply taking the bath towels and hanging them over the railing in the morning and by the time we got back they were dry and odor free. For those looking for a lake cottage getaway with easy access to the bike trail. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin was so beautiful and well decorated. The lake and surroundings are peaceful and magical. I would love to stay in this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bike Trip Stay

The cottage was perfect for our bike trip, the trail was accessible from the cottage. The decor inside the cottage was awesome and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy, cozy, cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed the lake house and access to the Lake and walking the causeway/bike paths. Glorious time of year to be in Mallets Bay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Causeway Catamounts

We enjoyed our location next to the lake, every thing as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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