Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat

Room	Count	Capacity	Details
bedrooms	3	sleeps 8	1 Queen Bed 2 Single Bunk Beds 1 Single Futon
bathroom	1		Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Discover VT’s charm and natural beauty. Our cottage is perched on the tranquil shores of Lake Champlain – in a uniquely shallow and sand bottomed beach. It offers an idyllic retreat, easy access to the vibrant city of Burlington with its great restaurants, micro-breweries, concerts, and highly ranked colleges like UVM, Champlain College, and St. Michaels College. In the fall, immerse yourself in the stunning fall foliage, revel in the lakeside serenity, and enjoy a quintessential VT hideaway. And in the spring, enjoy the crisp fresh air and pristine clear water coming from the white capped green mountains.This charming cottage boasts three cozy bedrooms, making it ideal for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a remote work retreat. Wake up to the breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and walk down the path to a hidden gem sandy beach that goes for hundreds of yards, in a unique shallow area of the lake – perfect for children of all ages! While in the fall, the Adirondacks and Green Mountains offer the unparalleled colors of fall foliage. In the spring, sit on the porch and discover the freshness of the crisp Vermont air and the serene sounds of Lake Champlain.Our 3 bedroom cottage is well appointed for remote work as well as a family retreat. Primary bedroom boasts a queen size bed, the second bedroom sleeps up to 4 children (or adults) on 2 bunk beds. At the 3rd bedroom has a queen size futon that also serves as a private office with standup desk, extra monitors, web camera, and a docking station – paired with the High-speed WiFi through the cottage – it provides for high performance remote work. The third bedroom also provides access to washer and dryer.The cottage features a full kitchen with all the essentials to whip up both quick and elaborate meals – and the whole family can seat on the high chairs and enjoy a family dinner, sit at the porch to see and hear the lake while you enjoy dinner, or go outside and have a meal at the picnic table. Besides the full size refrigerator, there is also a beverage fridge to keep all your micro-brews cold.Unwind in the comfortable living area, it has a comfortable couch and chairs to hang out and play family games or just relax in a cool air conditioned space after a long day under the sun. In the living room there is also a second work desk, allowing for multiple people to work remote. The high-speed WiFi supports both workstations to be on Zoom/streaming while multiple other device stream videos and movies.The bathroom is small but functional with everything you need and the shower has consistent hot water.The porch has plenty of seating space for the family to sit and enjoy the views and breeze from the lake. Also on the porch, there is a table for the family to have a meal in the shade but still enjoy the sunny days and crisp Vermont air.The yard provides a space to lounge and soak the sun and for kids to run around and play. It includes a grill and a picnic table for outdoor dining. In the shed, you will find beach chairs, floaties, coolers, surfboards, paddleboards (convertible to kayak), bicycles, and miscellaneous toys, frisbees, and balls. Everything you need to feel right at home at our private beach and make the most of your time in our cottage.Step out onto our private shared sandy beach and savor lakefront living. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply lounging by the water’s edge. Or walk/ride to the trail and explore the causeway and the bike path all the way to Burlington and beyond.

Attraction	Distance
Lake Champlain	1 min walk
Church Street Marketplace	14 min drive
Lake Champlain Ferry	15 min drive
Waterfront Park	15 min drive
University of Vermont	16 min drive

Restaurant	Distance
Burlington Boathouse	14 min drive
McDonald’s	5 min drive
Splash At The Boathouse	14 min drive
Foam Brewers	15 min drive
McGillicuddy’s on the Green	13 min drive

Transportation	Details
Burlington Union Station	14 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)	Burlington Intl.)

Is Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat located?

Located in Malletts Bay, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Champlain and Airport Park. Auer Family Boathouse and Sunset Drive-In Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedOn-site parties or group events are strictly prohibitedHost has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the tripHost has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterfront Park and Ausable Chasm. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.