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Robert M.
14 Oct, 2025
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Robert M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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Ice Fish & Explore! Lake Champlain Family Retreat
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Colchester, VT
- Place, Church Street Marketplace12 min drive
- Place, Waterfront Park12 min drive
- Place, University of Vermont14 min drive
- Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Additional Sleeping (Game Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
4 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Ice Fish & Explore! Lake Champlain Family Retreat
'Mallets Bay Lake Chalet' | Sunrise Views | 3 Mi to Lake Champlain Pond Hockey Classic
Escape to this 3-bed, 3-bath home on Malletts Bay, where snow-covered shores and lake views set the scene for a cozy retreat. Spend your days ice fishing or ice skating, then unwind by the fire pit with hot cocoa as the sunset glows over the Adirondacks. With inviting indoor spaces and serene winter beauty all around, this Colchester vacation rental home offers the perfect winter escape.
-- THE PROPERTY --
MRT-11153470-001
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds, 1 twin bunk bed
- Game Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib w/ bassinet attachment
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck w/ dining table & hammock swing, marina view
- Patio area w/ dining table
- Gas grill
- Wood-burning fire pit
- Lakefront yard (unfenced)
- Shared boat dock & 6 kayaks w/ life vests (seasonal)
- Wildlife spotting
- Shower (seasonal)
INDOOR LIVING
- 4 Smart TVs
- Gas fireplace
- Wall-to-wall windows w/ lake views
- Dining table
- Games, toys & chalkboard wall
KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator
- Microwave, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker (starter coffee & tea provided)
- Cooking basics
- Dishware/flatware
- Trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Washer & dryer
- Central A/C & baseboard heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
- Iron/board, hair dryer
- Keyless entry
FAQ
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 3-level home, step-free entry
- 1 bedroom & full bathroom on main level
PARKING
- Dedicated parking spaces (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- 0.4 miles to Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern
- 0.5 miles to Mallets Bay Fish & Wildlife Access Area: closest public boat launch
- 1 mile to Thayer Beach
- 2 miles to Colchester Winter Carnival (February 1st & 2nd)
- 3 miles to Lake Champlain Pond Hockey Classic on Malletts Bay
- 0.6 miles to Dick Mazza's General Store & Broadacres Creemee
- 4 miles to Lake Champlain Causeway Park and the Island Line Bike Ferry to South Hero
- 6 miles to Adventure Dinner: multi-course dinners, beverage pairings, themed experiences w/ focus on local farms
- 7 miles to Church Street Marketplace
- 9 miles to Burlington Int'l Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 3-level home offers step-free entry, and there is a bedroom and a full bathroom on the main level
- The shared boat dock, kayaks, and outdoor share are available seasonally during the warmer months
Escape to this 3-bed, 3-bath home on Malletts Bay, where snow-covered shores and lake views set the scene for a cozy retreat. Spend your days ice fishing or ice skating, then unwind by the fire pit with hot cocoa as the sunset glows over the Adirondacks. With inviting indoor spaces and serene winter beauty all around, this Colchester vacation rental home offers the perfect winter escape.
-- THE PROPERTY --
MRT-11153470-001
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds, 1 twin bunk bed
- Game Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib w/ bassinet attachment
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck w/ dining table & hammock swing, marina view
- Patio area w/ dining table
- Gas grill
- Wood-burning fire pit
- Lakefront yard (unfenced)
- Shared boat dock & 6 kayaks w/ life vests (seasonal)
- Wildlife spotting
- Shower (seasonal)
INDOOR LIVING
- 4 Smart TVs
- Gas fireplace
- Wall-to-wall windows w/ lake views
- Dining table
- Games, toys & chalkboard wall
KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator
- Microwave, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker (starter coffee & tea provided)
- Cooking basics
- Dishware/flatware
- Trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Washer & dryer
- Central A/C & baseboard heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
- Iron/board, hair dryer
- Keyless entry
FAQ
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 3-level home, step-free entry
- 1 bedroom & full bathroom on main level
PARKING
- Dedicated parking spaces (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- 0.4 miles to Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern
- 0.5 miles to Mallets Bay Fish & Wildlife Access Area: closest public boat launch
- 1 mile to Thayer Beach
- 2 miles to Colchester Winter Carnival (February 1st & 2nd)
- 3 miles to Lake Champlain Pond Hockey Classic on Malletts Bay
- 0.6 miles to Dick Mazza's General Store & Broadacres Creemee
- 4 miles to Lake Champlain Causeway Park and the Island Line Bike Ferry to South Hero
- 6 miles to Adventure Dinner: multi-course dinners, beverage pairings, themed experiences w/ focus on local farms
- 7 miles to Church Street Marketplace
- 9 miles to Burlington Int'l Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 3-level home offers step-free entry, and there is a bedroom and a full bathroom on the main level
- The shared boat dock, kayaks, and outdoor share are available seasonally during the warmer months
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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 holiday home is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Ethan Allen Tower and Auer Family Boathouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sunset Drive-In Theater and Spirit of Ethan Allen Boat. Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and Beverage Warehouse are also worth visiting. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Colchester, VT
What's nearby
- North Beach - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
- Church Street Marketplace - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
- Waterfront Park - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
- Lake Champlain Ferry - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
- University of Vermont - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Dunkin' - 3 min drive
- Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern - 5 min walk
- Spanked Puppy - 10 min drive
- Butter - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Evolve
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish
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