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Cozy Cottage on the shores of Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks

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The cottage is close to the lake, tucked underneath mature cedar trees.
Exterior
One-room living area.
Private kitchen
Stairs to loft bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Charlotte, VT
  • Charlotte Village Winery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Thompsons Point
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Shelburne Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Cottage on the shores of Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks

Cozy one bedroom cottage located on the shores of Lake Champlain. Nestled in tall cedars on McNeil's Bay, across from the Charlotte-Essex Ferry. A spectacular location, with views of the Adirondacks across the lake. Fall asleep to the sounds of waves lapping on the shore and halyards lightly ringing on the sailboats moored in McNeil's Bay.

Views across the lake of Sloop Island and glimpses of the Adirondacks through the living-area window and spectacular views of the Adirondacks from the rocky shoreline less than 40 feet from the cottage.

Private beach, excellent location for bird watching, fishing, kayaking, sailing, standup paddle boarding and swimming. You can rent a sailboat from the Charlotte Sailing Center across the bay or you can moor your shallow-draft motor boat or sailboat in a protected spot steps from the house (trailered boats can be launched at the nearby Converse Bay Fishing Access).

This house is the perfect getaway for one person or a couple. The kitchen is small but functional. You can sit inside in the living area or on the small porch reading and/or enjoying the water, look for fossils on the rocky beach, or walk or bike on the private dirt roads. 20 minutes from the Shelburne Museum, 30 minutes from Burlington, easy access to the Green Mountains or the Adirondacks via the ferry. A favorite activity of ours is to park at the ferry dock, walk on to the ferry, ride to Essex while enjoying the breeze on the lake and the views of the High Peaks of the Adirondacks, get dinner and/or ice cream, and ride home looking at Mt. Mansfield, Camels Hump, and the rest of the Green Mountains.

A cozy simple house in a spectacular location.

Property manager

Glen Carleton
Premier Host

Languages

German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Charlotte

Located in Charlotte, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mt. Philo State Park and Split Rock Wild Forest, while Rokeby Museum and Shelburne Museum are cultural highlights. Vermont Teddy Bears and Green River Chocolates are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charlotte, VT

What's nearby

  • Charlotte Village Winery - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Thompsons Point - 13 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Shelburne Museum - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Mt. Philo State Park - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Vermont Teddy Bears - 16 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 28 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vermont Cookie Love - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Backyard Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Village Cafe and Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Essex Ice Cream Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Starry Night Café - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage on the shores of Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage on the shores of Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage on the shores of Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage on the shores of Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondacks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Charlotte Village Winery, Thompsons Point and Greystone. Charlotte Town Beach and Mt. Philo State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenn D.

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

Quaint little place

Place is small but clean and quaint. Nice view of water and mountains. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Nice Little Cottage

Tucked away along the water, the cottage is a small but nice place. We enjoyed our stay and the host was very easy to deal with. Recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Cottage getaway

My sister and I were looking for a quiet getaway and we found it here! Small quiet cottage away from busy every day life, but yet close enough to places to to go and enjoy! Loved our sta. Would love to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bert M.

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

Champlain cottage

Incredible property!! Right on bank of Lake Champlain, can’t say enough how beautiful it is. Cabin is very comfortable, has everything you need and more. Highly recommend staying there. For what you get the price is incredible!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skye P., Rhode Island

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

Quiet, peaceful, beautiful, and comfortable

We loved this place - it was so safe and private. It had everything we needed, and the lake was absorbing, always offering something to see. We kayaked on it often, and also hiked in the area. The owner is wonderful to work with. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Quaint and private

Clean, simple and relaxing. Perfect for us. Sounds of the lake put you to sleep. Just to find a criticism, it’s the first vrbo we’ve stayed at that didn’t have coffee on hand. We recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Secret getaway

Absolutely perfect location. Little cabin hiding in the woods. Beautifully done up inside and neat as a pin. Felt like a secret sitting on the porch listening to the ferry and the boats and peeking out through the trees. Very peaceful sitting down by the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Better than you can expect

This sweet spot is perfect if you want to be away from it all yet have a view of so much - the Adirondacks, the Charlotte ferry, sailboats, some curious squirrels and ducks.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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

Idyllic setting - secluded and close to everything

This home is bright and airy. The view from the porch is 180 degrees of lake. We swam, kayaked and floated in the cool waters of Lake Champlain with complete privacy. The house is small, but has everything we wanted. The kitchen had nice quality appliances. The on-demand hot water made the showers amazing. Glen is a fabulous host. We have stayed in many camps along the lake and this is our favorite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

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

Another wonderful stay at the cabin!

After having such an outstanding experience staying at this cabin last summer, I was elated to return again this year. The host Glen was as gracious as always, and the cabin was well equipped with everything I needed. The tranquility, privacy and natural beauty of this spot is the reason I returned, as well as the close proximity to Burlington. Thank you to Glen and his family for another terrific stay at the cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Amazing Retreat

My husband and I stayed here for a weekend to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary. The cabin and the property are lovely. There are so many different spots to explore. We were surrounded in beauty, wanting for nothing. If we did need anything, I am sure Glen would have immediately taken care of it. He is so responsive and considerate. I can’t rate this place any higher than 5 starts but would if I could!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

catherine r.

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

high praise

appreciated the minimal disturbance to the forest/animal habitat and efficiency of the dwelling's hot water/plumbing/construction design. Thank you to the host family for sharing their property. Host Glen, was very pleasant to work with, and accommodating for a needed/desired extended stay. Hard to leave--hope to return! :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

A short stay at the Little Cabin in the Woods

The Little Cabin in the Woods made for a delightful stay. The cabin itself is compact, cozy, and well appointed. For example, I appreciated that there was a supply of coffee filters available upon arrival. It is situated in a forest just steps from Lake Champlain. The owner was very responsive to my needs and is a pleasure to interact with. The area offers many activities, all in a setting of picturesque views of water and mountains. A picnic dinner at the nearby Charlotte beach offers views of the sunset over Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

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

I loved this place so much after my stay in June, I returned to rent again for most of Sept/Oct!

This cabin is truly wonderful. I previously stayed here in June and thoroughly enjoyed being right on the water for the start of summer. Sunsets were incredible over the Adirondacks and stargazing was just as marvelous. I returned at the end of the summer to stay through the end of October, and was blessed to experience autumns arrival. The beauty of the colors changing all around made the sunsets even more spectacular. I was also lucky enough to get to know the host Glen and his fantastic family. Learning the family history on that point made staying there all the more special. I cannot recommend this place highly enough!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

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

I had a wonderful stay at this property. The cabin is charming, private and right on the water.

I had an outstanding experience renting this property. The host Glen was welcoming, gracious and always communicated in a timely and helpful manner. The cabin itself is charming, providing all that I needed during my stay. The cedars surrounding the property offered extra privacy and quiet. The location right on the water is breathtaking. The magnificent views, incredible sunsets, starry nights and overall serenity made it hard to actually leave the property! When you can pull yourself away from the property, you can easily explore the surrounding area, including Burlington, which is only a short drive from here. I enjoyed my experience so much I will be returning in September.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Cozy cottage on Lake Champlain

Great spot in McNeil’s Cove. Close to NY ferry and half hour from Burlington. Great for kayaking and bike riding. Several wineries nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geoff J.

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

An excellent secluded get away for two!

It was just as described. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

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

Perfect place for a secluded little vacation

The cottage it self is very small and quaint. Perfect for one person and a partner. It’s right on beautiful lake Champlain. With some forethought and planning as to where you could keep your trailer , you can moor right on the property. Perfect for the avid angler, or cruising around with a friend or loved one
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Glen Carleton

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My great-grandmother inherited this property in the late 1800s, my grandmother, father, siblings and I spent our summers here. My father fulfilled a life-long dream building this cottage down by the water10 years ago. He passed away just before COVID hit and we've just begun renting the cottage to help pay the taxes. My mother lives up the hill in the house my grandparents built in 1962, my aunt & uncle live up the hill in the camp my great-grandparents built in the 1930s. Note the picture of Mom, age 90 with a cane, winching down a tree while I'm cutting it at the base. Don't even think about telling her that she shouldn't be out doing tree work.

Why they chose this property

This property is a throwback to an earlier era - nestled in the trees, a plain Vermont summer camp in an incredible setting, accessed by private dirt roads shared by folks who've owned their camps for decades. Perfect for getting away from it all and enjoying fishing, sailing, kayaking, swimming, birdwatching, quietly reading, etc.

What makes this property unique

Very private setting off a dead-end dirt road, right on the water, you can't see another house from inside the cottage and the only two neighbors within 500 ft are quiet older folks. Room to moor a small boat or pull up your canoe/kayak/stand-up paddle board. Fish or swim from shore, watch the birds soar over the lapping waves. Ride your bike to the ferry dock and enjoy the ferry ride across Lake Champlain to Essex NY for lunch, dinner, or an ice-cream cone.

Languages:

German, Spanish

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