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Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage

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Exterior
A small, single-story wooden cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by a grassy area and dense trees.
Property grounds
Lake
A sunset over a calm sea with a distant shoreline.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Hero, VT
  • Place, Knight Point State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ladds Landing Marina
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hero's Welcome
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage

Sunsets take center stage at this rustic Lake Champlain west view island cottage. Large private beach offers wonderful access to the lake's clean, clear water. Great for windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling and all kinds of family fun!
2 acres of green surround this quiet cottage with plenty of space to run and play.
Enjoy a respite by the beach, under the shade trees or on the giant front porch. There's a spot for everyone.
3 bedrooms (2 queen, 2 twin), full kitchen, dining room & living room. One full bathroom. The interior is the same as when it was built in 1970, with updated kitchen and bathroom, new floors and furnishings.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3958322
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

North Hero

Located in North Hero, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Hyde Log Cabin and Saint Anne's Shrine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hero's Welcome and Crete Memorial Civic Center. Strand Center for the Arts and Kids' Station Children's Museum are also worth visiting.
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North Hero, VT

What's nearby

  • Knight Point State Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ladds Landing Marina - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Hero's Welcome - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Hyde Log Cabin - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Grand Isle Town Hall - 13 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 36 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shore Acres Inn and Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Castaway On The Bay - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Bravo Zulu Lakeside Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pier Bar At North Hero House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Carry Bay - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach & Awesome Sunsets at Champlain Island Lakeside Cottage located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Knight Point State Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Ladds Landing Marina. Hero's Welcome and Hyde Log Cabin are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband & I loved this little cottage on the lake! The property is lovely! Direct lake access & magnificent sunsets. The house is well equipped with all the amenities one needs. Loved that the kitchen & bathroom had all the basics plus extra supplies like spices, coffee filters, paper goods, soap, shampoo & cleaning supplies. Towels & bed linens are provided as well. There were a nice selection of games & puzzles and even some toys for our dog! You can easily launch your kayak from the beach & paddle around the lake or take a bicycle ride & explore the Hero islands. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time. The property is exactly as described, possibly even better. It was quiet. It was private. It was serene. It was peaceful. It was exactly what we were looking for.The covered porch was the perfect place for coffee in the morning, listening to the birds and the waves on the shore. The cabin has a wonderful layout and is exceptionally outfitted. We did not lack or want for anything. The host has fantastic communication. She answered all my questions quickly and accurately. I would highly recommend this property to anyone that asked. If I ever find myself staying in this area again, I would definitely rebook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Leila P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach and porch are amazing. Great spot to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

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

Beautiful Location

The location was just beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Great Champlain Islands Cottage

Wonderful yard, peaceful setting, beautiful morning walks on the surrounding roads.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay last week. The cabin was great, we appreciated some of the updates like new flooring, etc. The lake was clean, we swam every day. It was very relaxing, may try to do it again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2025
Yay!! So glad you had a wonderful time! It is a magical place :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Exactly what we needed

Our family of 5 enjoyed our mornings looking for shells/beach glass, our days out and about and our evenings watching beautiful sunsets from “Alice’s Porch”. A great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes L.

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

Great time on Lake Champlain

The sunsets were fabulous everyday. Just remember if coming in the summer there is no AC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

Wonderful Lake Access

Sunset view is amazing. We had a great weekend enjoying the lake. The house is as pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Season Lacey

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

Absolutely beautiful area

Stayed there with my 2 dogs and my 2 youngest daughters it is a beautiful area, wonderful beach that you have to yourself. The sky view at night for the stars was great. Loved the big porch outside and the house is cute and spacious. But definitely bring your bug spray!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alisa B.

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

Beautiful property!

It is a beautiful property and a great place to create memories. Overall we enjoyed our stay there. It does feel like it could use a deep cleaning, but the beds were very comfortable. The shower had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. The views from the porch are magical. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

North Hero

We have stayed here for multiple years! Gwen the host is amazing! The camp has beautiful views and on water! The large front porch is amazing for sunsets on the lake! Huge yard provides privacy and very tranquil! I highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Summer escape

Our family has been coming to the Lake House the last 3 summers and we are already booked for next summer. We are absolutely in love with this property. The yard and lake view are stunning. The house is just perfect for relaxing and unwinding. Thank you for another amazing week on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Holly G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs a really good cleaning

House was so dirty! The lake and porch are the best part!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
If you have any issues during your stay, please contact us directly and we'll make it right.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie P.

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

Classic Cabin on the Lake

We adored our stay at the cabin and already cannot wait to go back! As soon as we walked in the house and noted pieces of décor that reminded us of our grandparents, we knew we picked the perfect classic camp! Its just the right amount of rustic to make it feel like a special getaway! The porch was a dream to spend our days and evenings, the yard perfect for play and the water was clean and easily accessible for all ages! We truly created some special memories here this summer and thank you kindly! We'll be back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brenda N.

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

Million dollar views in a rustic cottage

Our recent stay at this vacation rental was a mixed experience. On the positive side, the location was absolutely fantastic. The views were breathtaking, and being so close to the beach made our days incredibly enjoyable. The kitchen was well-equipped, allowing us to easily prepare meals, which was a nice bonus. However, the cleanliness of the rental left much to be desired. The place had a very musty odor that was hard to ignore. It made the air feel heavy and left us stuffed up and sneezing constantly which unfortunately impacted our sleep. We found ourselves needing to keep all the windows open just to make the space bearable. Needs to be vacuumed and dusted, all fans are thick with dust (we cleaned some), mold in shower and some bedroom walls. All closets are completely full so you cannot use them and the blankets did not appear to have been recently washed. In summary, while the location and amenities were great, the lack of cleanliness and the unpleasant odor significantly detracted from our overall experience. If these issues were addressed, this rental would be a perfect beach getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
Thanks for the input.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway Sept. 2022

Beautiful location. Felt like home. Great spot to take time for yourself and enjoy quality family time. No bells & whistles here. Just simple living.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joalys M.

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

Peaceful Lakefront

The property sits on a beautiful lakefront setting. Lots of space for outdoor activities. Included BBQ, chairs by the beach, hammock, towels and quilts for the beds. Kitchen is well stocked. Furniture is a bit outdated but clean. A bit of a dusty smell that may be from not being used regularly. I still recommend it. Great getaway for fishing trip or kayaking and biking around the islands.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

diane f.

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

Beautiful location and beach

We loved the location and the porch, the beach was perfect. Great property. Could use a little upgrading and better cleaning. Otherwise was a great stay! Can’t beat the sunset views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

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

Best sunsets on the lake

The best part of the property is the back porch overlooking the lake and the sunsets. We stayed there on a fishing trip and there was plenty of room to park two bass boats and vehicles. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne C.

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

Great location, excellent beach!

We stayed here as a family of five with our dog. The hosts were excellent about communication throughout our stay. The house is rustic as advertised. Great porch facing the beach. The beach is exceptionally lovely for the lake islands -- shallow, clear water with a sandy bottom for more than 50 feet out from the shore. Perfect for kids who love to splash around! Sunsets were out of this world. Location is perfect, right in the middle of all the fun island spots and very close to Hero's Welcome.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

David C.

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

Great vacation

The location is amazing being able to walk right into the lake behind the house. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

The Perfect Lakeside Getaway

We had the most amazing time at this beautiful lake house. What a gorgeous property. The house has all the charm of camp and the amenities of home. We are excited to have already booked again next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin G.

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

Amazing sunsets and lake frontage

This is a very spacious spot, large lawn and beautiful lake access. It’s listed as pet friendly and it was evident. We spent the week enjoying our time with family .
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian R.

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

Great location and very private! Great swimming!

Would have loved if the dock was put in the water! Great little place and private!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

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