Lake Champlain Beach House | Private Beach, Lake Views & Dog-Friendly South Hero Escape

Wake up to views of Lake Champlain at your lakeside retreat on Crescent Bay in South Hero, Vermont! This idyllic lakefront beach house offers stunning lake views and a semi-private sandy beach right at your doorstep, perfect for swimming, canoeing, kayaking or use of a small bass boat. Nestled in a super quiet, rural area, this dog-friendly home offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure: you can unwind and enjoy the serene surroundings while still being close to local amenities, including a unique general store and a few small eating establishments. Spend slow mornings with coffee by the water, afternoons swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or exploring the shoreline, and evenings sharing dinner outdoors as the sun sets over the lake. With bald eagles overhead and loons calling across the bay, this is the kind of place where nature becomes part of your everyday stay.

Designed for comfortable year-round getaways, the home features central A/C, WiFi, a fully stocked kitchen, and inviting spaces for families, couples, and friends to reconnect. Outside, enjoy lakefront living with a sandy beach, outdoor dining area, and bocce/putting green for easy days spent together.

Experience the best of island life with nearby local favorites including:

Snow Farm Vineyard — walk over for Thursday night live music, wine, and Vermont summer evenings
Apple Island Marina — convenient access for boating and lake adventures
Apple Island Resort Golf Clubhouse — scenic island golf and recreation
South Hero Farmers Market — local produce, crafts, and Vermont-made goods
Island biking routes and the summer bike ferry — unforgettable ways to explore Lake Champlain's shoreline

Year-Round Vermont Adventures

Every season offers something special in South Hero. Summer brings swimming, boating, biking, vineyard visits, farmers markets, and waterfront sunsets. Fall showcases vibrant foliage, harvest events, and peaceful island drives. Winter transforms the Champlain Islands into a quiet escape for cross-country skiing, ice skating, and snowy adventures, with mountain days at Stowe Mountain Resort and Bolton Valley Resort both within an easy drive.

Local events and seasonal highlights include:

South Hero Farmers Market
Snow Farm Vineyard live music evenings
Champlain Islands harvest celebrations
Holiday events and winter outdoor activities

Whether you're planning a summer lake vacation, a fall foliage getaway, or a cozy winter retreat, this Crescent Bay beach house offers a true Vermont experience—peaceful waterfront mornings, memorable adventures, and a place where everyone (including your dog) can feel at home.

Things to Know

- This is a very quiet neighborhood. Please keep the noise level down and drive slow on the private road. There are children in the neighborhood.
- You will need to call the fire marshall if you would like to build a fire on the beach.

Vermont Meals and Room Tax Number: MRT-11472019