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Cozy Lake Champlain Cottage - Property on Lake Champlain

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Looking down the property to the lake in early fall.
Front view of the cottage.
View of the lake from the beach shack.
Cottage side (facing west) when the tiger lilies are in bloom.
Side view of the cottage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Plattsburgh, NY
  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cumberland Bay State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Lake Champlain Cottage - Property on Lake Champlain

A cozy one bedroom cozy guest cottage tucked behind an 19th century farmhouse on a 1.5 acre lake lot. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Champlain in our guest cottage. Views abound from the many tranquil spots found on this large lake property. The cottage has fast internet service. Guests should be comfortable navigating stairs.

This guest cottage includes access to the lake shoreline - enjoy your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening while viewing Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains of Vermont. Take the steps down to the lake to the slate beach. There are bicycles, kayaks, and SUP available on the property for guests to use at no charge.

With four true seasons, there is always something fun to do outside on the Adirondack Coast - swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, camping, bicycling, leaf peeping, skiing, snowmobiling, etc. The Adirondacks, Green Mountains, Montreal, Lake Placid, and Burlington are all an easy drive away. So the number of outdoor sports, festivals, wineries, breweries, concerts, restaurants, museums, and theaters is very high.

This property is very quiet and serene. Over an acre of green space gently sloping down to a private slate beach. Unmatched views of the lake and the Green Mountains abound. The property is truly a hidden gem on beautiful Cumberland Head.

Guests are welcome to pick the apples, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries found on the grounds. But please don't pick the grapes - they are for wine-making.

Cumberland Head is a little known, quiet peninsula surrounded on three sides by Lake Champlain. This lake is the 9th largest natural, fresh-water lake in the United States. Runners, walkers, and bicyclists frequent scenic Cumberland Head Road.

The property is in driving distance to downhill & cross country ski areas in NY and Vermont. The closest downhill/alpine skiing areas are Beartown (~20 minutes), Whiteface (~45 minutes), and Titus (~60 minutes). A little farther afield are slopes in Vermont. Nordic/cross-country skiing areas are much closer. Contact me for details.

Property manager

Chris Lavigne

Languages

English, French, Polish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Some events allowed - pre-approval required.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 house-broken dog w/ pre-approval. Leash required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All Guests in party must acknowledge & agree that they have read & understand the liability waiver.
Please don't flush anything down the toilets except toilet paper. Even "flushable" wipes will destroy the septic pump and cause major, costly issues.
Please don't park on the grass.

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
Note from host: Some events allowed - pre-approval required.
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

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Plattsburgh, NY

What's nearby

  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Plattsburgh City Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cumberland Bay State Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Champlain Centre - 14 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Plattsburgh Station - 10 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sip - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zuke's Corner Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Busters Sports Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Champlain Cottage - Property on Lake Champlain pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake Champlain Cottage - Property on Lake Champlain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Champlain Cottage - Property on Lake Champlain?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Champlain Cottage - Property on Lake Champlain located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cumberland Head Light and Cumberland Bay State Park. Plattsburgh City Beach and Treadwell Bay Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Perfect longer stay

The property was very clean, comfortable, and warm, with a stunning view of the lake to enjoy my morning coffee. The owner responded quickly to all questions and was always very helpful. I would recommend this listing to anyone, particularly if they are looking for a longer than usual stay. I would certainly stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

Bucolic lake escape

Lovely homestead, winery across from a Lake Champlain in cozy cottage-
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Champlain stay

Very quiet and peaceful
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W., TOLEDO, USA

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

Great cottage for a couple

This was a very nice clean cottage perfectly suited for a couple to stay in. Everything was as advertised and the owner was very accommodating for our dog. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jeannine b.

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

Quiet and Private

Perfect location for our needs. Very quiet and restful and surrounded by lawns, trees, gardens, with a nice lake view. Access to the lake as well. Comfortable and clean cottage. Very enjoyable and convenient, lovely location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane B., Lakewood Ranch, Florida, USA

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

Lovely Cottage

My husband and I spent 5 nights and days at this cozy cottage on Cumberland Head. It was perfect for the two of us and had everything we needed. It was clean and quiet, set in a lovely area with trees and a vineyard behind the place. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Lovely cottage!

The cottage is bright, we’ll stocked and immaculately clean. There are 2 skylights, and great views of the lake. Chris was very pleasant. An all around great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Peaceful

Beautiful views, close to anything you could possibly need. Extremely quiet neighborhood, would love to come back in the spring or summer. Host was very responsive and easy to talk to if needed. Would recommend to family.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

My Cumberland stay

Very nice. Clean..quiet. and host is very kind 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Very nice

Very nice
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

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

Excellent

Excellent location. Everything you need to live. I was there for two weeks. Chris is great and quickly responds to anything you need. The beach shack deck is awesome and there is a grill up there.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

JOSEPH B.

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

parking

all good as advertised but very hard to negotiate w/ boat
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

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

Great stay!

My partner and I wanted a quiet relaxing getaway from the city and chose to stay here. The stay was just that. The property is clean, well maintained and within an hours travel of many natural sites of interest. We were also very close to the ferry to Vermont for day trips there, as well. We very much appreciated all the amenities and cleanliness of this property and the ease to unwind for the week. Thank you very much for a satisfying and relaxing stay, Chris! We definitely would recommend a stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

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

Nice small place with water access

The location was very convenient. We liked walking to the Lake House and admiring the view. A few steps and short walk from the car was fine. House was small, but just what we needed. Comfy bed, good TVs.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Just what I needed

The cottage was immaculate and nicely decorated. The bed was comfortable. A good view of the lake from the kitchen or just a walk across the street to the rock beach. Took a bike out for a ride. Great getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Just what we needed.

We enjoyed our stay in the guest cottage on Cumberland Head very much. The cottage was very clean and well maintained. It was perfect for us as a couple. The grounds were beautiful. We enjoyed sitting in the shady yard with the views of the lake through the trees. The beach shack and slate beach with fire pit were really great. We enjoyed them every day of our stay. Sunrise with a cup of coffee was a great daily routine for us. We were not lucky enough to spot Champ during our visit, but enjoyed looking for him. Overall it was a great experience. Chris is a great host. The property surpassed our expectations. Cumberland Head and the surrounding Lake Champlain are stunning. We would not hesitate to stay there again and hope to do so.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Rene G., Washington DC

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

Great cottage for summer rental

The cottage was located near the lake and would be a great stay in warmer weather. However we stayed for Thanksgiving and the cottage was not insulated enough for that time of year and our heater had an issue. The owner did get back to us regarding and offered another property for us to stay but we decided to head back to DC early instead. Chris refunded us the money for the unused time and was apologetic for the issue. I would stay again as the location was convenient and accommodating for our dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janey P.

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

We have rented the cottage for the third year in a row. It absolutely meets all our needs.

We love the location with easy accessibility to downtown Plattsburgh as well as rustic mountain areas.

8/10 Good

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Dangerous steps to beach

The cottage was nicely furnished, the owner friendly. But the description of access to the beach? Really deceptive. Several sets of narrow steps, steep, all without handrails, entirely unsafe unless you are a mountain goat. We came to swim and kayak and could only go to the city beach. Greatly disappointed.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mothership

Great place for a base camp. Sit at the waters edge or short drive to explore site in the area. Be careful if you drag anything, (boat, etc..)parking a little close
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marissa S., Georgetown, Tx

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

Cottage

We loved our stay at the cottage! It had everything we needed and the deck with the kayaks was just perfect to relax on the water. We will definitely stay again next time we’re in town!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colin K.

Cottage Rental Spring 2019

This property was an amazing experience. It was perfectly located and the view of the lake was great. The amenities were perfect and you could not ask for more. The owner was attentive and did a great job at making me feel welcome. It’s a great place and I would highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 36 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Great place to stay

Chris - so glad to have been able to share your home. The Cottage worked out perfect for us. Thank you, Pat & Valorie
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

debbie m.

Exceptional vacation on Lake Champlain!!!!!!

Wow- absolutely perfect for my vacation.....thank you chris for providing this magical place for me......all that i needed was there for me and the movie selections on the t.v. were the best....the bed was wonderful and the sky light were perfect....being on the lake is so special and to have it just steps away was a dream come true...lots of outdoor area to explore and close to the adirondacks made the trip.....i will see you chris next year..again, thank you!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

We had a wonderful time at Chris' lakeside cottage. A great opportunity to relax as a family

The cottage we stayed in is set on1.5 acres of property next to Lake Champlain. There is also a main house that is also rented out. The setting is very peaceful and private. We were able to relax and enjoy the outdoors and there was plenty of space for our dog to run around. The cottage, although small and rustic, was clean and well-supplied. My daughter slept quite comfortably on the futon in the living room, while my husband and I slept in the main bedroom. The best part of the listing was having access to the beach house across the street (although shared with the other renters in the main house). We enjoyed using the kayaks on the lake and just hanging out as a family. We also enjoyed cycling around the Cumberland Head peninsula. The property is very close to the ferry that takes you to South Hero Island. From there you can drive to Burlington or other parts of Vermont. The listing has easy access to I-87 and from there we traveled to the Adirondacks and Montreal. Chris, our host was excellent to deal with. Although we never met him, he was very quick to answer all of my emails and gave us very detailed information regarding the listing. Overall, we had a wonderful stay. Thanks Chris for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Chris Lavigne

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Originally from the Lake Champlain region, I purchased this property to once again experience the beauty of Lake Champlain and the surrounding mountains. I look forward to sharing this unique property with guests.

Why they chose this property

This property is very quiet and serene. Over an acre of green space gently sloping down to a private slate beach. Unmatched views of the lake and the Green Mountains abound. The property is truly a hidden gem on beautiful Cumberland Head.

Cumberland Head is a little known, quiet peninsula surrounded on three sides by Lake Champlain. This lake is the 9th largest natural, fresh-water lake in the United States. Runners, walkers, and bicyclists frequent scenic Cumberland Head Road.

With four true seasons, there is always something fun to do outside on the Adirondack Coast - swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, camping, bicycling, leaf peeping, skiing, snowmobiling, etc. The Adirondacks, Green Mountains, Montreal, Lake Placid, and Burlington are all an easy drive away. So the number of outdoor sports, festivals, wineries, breweries, concerts, restaurants, museums, and theaters is very high.

What makes this property unique

Boaters - there is space to park one boat, jet skis, etc. in the south driveway (do not park in the main, paved driveway - it is for main house guests). You have access to exterior outlets on the main house to charge your batteries, and access to a spigot on the main house to wash down your boat. Please do not tie your boat to the dock.

There are several public places from where you can launch. Here are a few:

1. North of the property is Point Au Roche State Park, Off Route 9 north of Plattsburgh. It has a concrete ramp, and parking for 21 cars and trailers.

2. South of the property is the Wilcox Dock, off Route 9 on Cumberland Avenue. It has a concrete ramp, and parking for 75 cars and trailers.

3. Farther south is the City of Plattsburgh launch. It is off Dock Street in downtown Plattsburgh where the Saranac River meets the lake. It has hard surface ramps and parking for 31 cars and trailers + 12 cars.

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English, French, Polish
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