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Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Colchester, VT
  • Lake Champlain
    1 min walk
  • Sunset Drive-In Theater
    5 min drive
  • North Avenue Shopping Center
    9 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    20 min drive

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About the area

Colchester

A family-friendly stay in Colchester awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be steps from Lake Champlain and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Sunset Drive-In Theater. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This beach holiday home offers a games room, a garden and gas grills. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Malletts Bay holiday home include Church Street Marketplace and University of Vermont.

What's nearby

  • Church Street Marketplace - 13 min drive
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 14 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 14 min drive
  • University of Vermont - 15 min drive
  • University of Vermont Medical Center - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McGillicuddy's on the Green - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Scoop - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome

Bayside Paradise

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Escape to the bay with this charming home. From the moment you step inside, you can enjoy views of Lake Champlain out the windows of the kitchen and dining room. The view's even better from the main bedroom, set on its own split level! The other bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home, making the space ideal for large families or groups with a fair amount of younger guests. But everyone (including up to two dogs!) can come together in the game room or around the portable firepit. The private gas grill can cook up enough fish to feed everyone. But when it's time to explore the lake, you can do it in style at this home. Seven beach chairs can be used on the private beach - we also provide one kayak, one canoe, a floating water blanket, and four adult-size life jackets for guest use. The private washer/dryer will take care of the swimsuits while folks are making s'mores around the fire. If the adults want to head out on their own special date, the two provided adult bikes will help provide a sweet escape.

What's nearby:
Yes, the lake is as close as it looks! If you're looking to get farther out on the water, guests can use the public boat launch at Malletts Bay Fish & Wildlife Access Area just under one mile away. This is only one of seven marinas within two miles of the home. Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern (just under one mile from the home) will provide a nice retreat for the adult members of the group. But before you leave, be sure to check out the Lake Champlain Chocolate factory (yes, they do take-out) and the world's tallest filing cabinet, both within nine miles of the home.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Up to two dogs are welcome.
Guests must bring their own firewood to use the wood-burning fireplace.
*Guests need to walk about 100 feet from the parking spot to get to the home. This can be a little steep, especially in the winter.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: This home has four surveillance cameras: one is located on the front door, one is facing the left side, then the right side and the back. These are exterior cameras only.

Dock details:



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Vermont

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,755 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

42274

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome?

The closest beach to Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome is North Beach (7.6 km).

Does Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a gas grill, it's no surprise that Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome?

No, Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patti H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
No issues
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and high quality property
This spot was fantastic - right on the water, close drive to downtown Burlington, clean and well-appointed with everything we needed to have a comfortable and lovely time. Would stay here again! Fit 2 families totalling 7 people very comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Suzanne C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location, house wasn’t ready for renters
This house needs some TLC because it’s in a lovely location and has huge potential. I had read about a dirty shower curtain in reviews right before I came and decided to bring one just in case. Yep, I replaced it, it was filthy. I had to do a thorough cleaning of kitchen, bathrooms, porch and vacuuming while there. Leaves collected on steps to house, (it was November) and was dangerous. Outside fire pit was unusable. We managed to have a nice family gathering but Vacasa/VRBO, please give this little house some love so that others don’t have my experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bayside Paradise
Overall or stay was both good and bad. Several of the amenities listed were non-functional. The BBQ was just a shell, no instructions on using the AC units, dishwasher didn't work--only 2 dishtowels for the week, very weak pillows, the mattress in the main bedroom was extremely uncomfortable, kayak had issues--drain plug missing as was the connector on the paddles, old spider webs on front porch, bug zapper on the back deck would have been nice, no light above the entry keypad. We did have a plumbing issue which was resolved by vacasa--the plumber kept us informed of his progress. The location was great for the activities we had planned and it was nice to have a comfortable gathering place place for all family members.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
UVM graduation landing space
We enjoyed the serenity of this lake house. The views were beautiful. Everyone loved playing PacMan in the game room. House/ kitchen was well stocked. A wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakeside house to view the eclipse
We booked 2 nights to view the eclipse lakeside and it did not disappoint! The photos online, although quite beautiful, do not fully capture the beauty of this place. Gorgeous views overlooking the Vermont mountain range and lake Placid. The house is well appointed with everything you need, small exception of the coffee maker. Our guests did feel comfortable with the cleanliness. Suggest maybe an upgrade to a Kureig. Other than that the property is a 10 out of 10. There are two access points to the beach which are indeed private and you will have it all to yourselves. Given the season, the water was high so beach area on both sides is small. Firepit area was wonderful, we loved hanging out by the fire at night watching the sunset. Kitchen allows for cooking for a crowd. The property feels remote but there is plenty of commerce in the area to visit Burlington downtown, grab coffee, items at the general store. We enjoyed burgers at Rozzi’s Lakeside tavern prior to check in. Was allowed to check in early and was notified via text. I did need to check with Vacasa the day before for the check in- keypad codes due to not receiving email. They were very prompt to respond. Overall, lovely home with great views and access to water. Not an issue for our party, just know that stair access to the fire pit and water is steep. Maybe not the best for small children or senior guests
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a guys ski trip
Suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas week
Great house. Main fl bathroom sink clogged. Washer smells. Otherwise, beautiful house and location, worked out great for our needs. We would stay again. Consider a later standard check out time and providing more essentials for longer stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin with a view
Our group, two couples, stayed at the property in Oct. 2023. Upon arrival, the views of the lake were amazing. The house sits very close to the water, so there is a view of the bay at nearly every window. The kitchen is well equipped. The master bedroom is spacious, with again, a breathtaking view of the water. The king bed is not great, the mattress clearly needs replacement. The foam sags significantly, which makes it uncomfortable. We had a bonfire one night and drove into Burlington the second night for dinner. It is a great location, many local attractions. We recommend walking/biking the Lake Champlain causeway, that was very beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Peggy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Vermont leaf trip
The house is amazing. The view is spectacular. The housecleaning needs improved. It’s such a shame to have such a nice place and not have it clean. Cobwebs everywhere, coffee pot filthy and still full of coffee, outside not touched, rodent trap used as a door stop, shower curtain covered in mold. Upgrade the cleaning and the place would be perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

William v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location but not for large parties or older guests
The location was really outstanding. The view of the lake was beautiful and the house was a short drive to Burlington, which was a highlight of the trip. However, the house was listed as accommodating 10 guests but there was only one king sized bed in one room and the other 8 sleeping accommodations were spread into two rooms all in various bunk bed configurations with a single bathroom for 8 people. The hot water supply was also not sufficient in that bedroom area for 8 people nor was there sufficient parking. The outside access to the house is also tricky at night and the house wad certainly not handicapped accessible inside or outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Beautiful house and location
This was the perfect spot for 2 families in Burlington for a wedding. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views!
Great home for our family. Might be tough with little kids or the elderly as there are many stairs to get to the house and then to the water. Other than that, awesome lake house!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the lake!
Loved being at this beautiful property- went fishing one day on the lake. Enjoyed hearing the small waves crashing sound right out our window. Beautiful sunsets over Lake Champlain also! Like the others said the outside could use some tlc but inside was clean and had everything we needed to cook some meals in the house. The house also has some games for rainy days and also Pac Man!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful choice
This is a great home for families and dogs. Beautiful views/sunsets on lake Champlain. Easy access to lake from cottage. Had most everything you need. This was a perfect peaceful getaway for our family. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation Weekend
This was the perfect landing spot for us to celebrate our son’s college graduation. The home was comfortable for our family and a nice gathering spot to host others —- lovely layout, plenty of space, teen friendly with ping pong/games, indoor/outdoor dining, and beautiful sunsets to see. The waterfront setting was a bonus feature. Vermont in the spring is a must do for everyone!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Perfect location, very clean. Had everything we needed. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger T., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakeside getaway
Beautiful house in spectacular location -- views out across Lake Champlain to the Adirondacks are amazing in all weather. Easy walk to shale beach, which our dog loved. Easy 15-min drive to downtown Burlington. Used canoe, which is clunky but serviceable, and bikes -- one of which was unusable due to bad tire, so we rented in Burlington, and Vacasa refunded cost. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake views
Beautiful lake house with amazing views from every room. This house is very clean and stocked with everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. The check in and check out process is very easy and convenient. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
House was nicer than it appeared in photos. Beautiful views of the lake. Easy drive into Burlington. Enjoyed the indoor and outdoor fireplaces.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location - exceeded expectations
This house is in a special location on Lake Champlain and is extremely well kept and tidy. The house is more spacious than it looks in the photos and the proximity to Burlington while keeping the feeling of being "away from it all" is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
I was a little surprised to find only window units in the bedrooms. The kitchen and living area was always too hot. Also disappointed that the lake is only 2 feet deep for 100 yards. There were 5 working chairs outdoors, the rest were broken. Sunsets were phenomenal. Everything worked. It was great but hot gathered around the kitchen island I would rent again later in the season but not during the summer. Well lit, property was very secure.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Suzanne S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great views and privacy were a highlight of this property.
The property was on it's own peninsula so it was very private. The inside was comfortable, uniquely decorated, and there was plenty of room. We watched gorgeous sunsets over the Adirondacks while sitting on the deck, waded out in the water of Lake Champlain, played ping pong in game room, took walks, and rode our bikes on the nearby causeway. It was obvious that the owners are working to make the topography of the land less of a challenge. The only negatives were that there could have been more cookware and microwavable plates and when we arrived the cleaning company hadn't come. However, after a quick call to Vacasa, they immediately sent a team to remedy the situation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022