Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Swanton, VT

Lake Champlain1 min walk
North Hero State Park35 min drive
Lake Champlain Islands38 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)45 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

I loved the location in regards to the lake and the boating access's close by, it was perfect for me. The host was very ...

Samson W.

Jun 24, 2022

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Serenity Cottage at Lake Champlain

Come and visit our sweet cottage located on Maquam Shore Road in Swanton, Vermont across the road from Lake Champlain with direct access.

Our cottage provides gorgeous views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. Our spot is great for swimming, fishing, or lounging in the sun. We have provided five kayaks to enjoy the lake. It is a great area for walking and biking. Conveniently, there is a free boat launch ramp located approximately 400 feet down the road.

Our cottage comfortably sleeps five in three bedrooms. There is one king size bed, one queen and one double bed. Spacious comfortable living room and kitchen, bath with stall shower, and a lovely lakeside porch. There is a gas grill, fire pit and Adirondack chairs, town water (not a well or the lake). Bath towels and bed linens supplied.

5 minutes to Swanton (restaurants, grocery store, hardware store, etc).
40 minutes to Burlington and the airport (via causeway)
1 hour 20 minutes to Montreal
1 hour to the mountains

Property manager

Sandy Knapp

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside or outside

No more than 5 guests staying over night on the property. Permission is required from owner for any additional guests

ABSOLUTELY NO PETS!

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swanton

Located in Swanton, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Champlain and Lamoille Valley Rail Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and Woods Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Swanton, VT

What's nearby

Lake Champlain - 1 min walk
Venise-en-Quebec Beach - 32 min drive
North Hero State Park - 35 min drive
Lake Champlain Islands - 38 min drive
Parc Safari - 58 min drive

Getting around

St. Albans Station - 15 min drive
Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
‪Swanton House of Pizza - ‬4 min drive
‪Warners Snack Bar - ‬12 min drive
‪Papa Petes Snack bar - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Cottage at Lake Champlain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Cottage at Lake Champlain?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Cottage at Lake Champlain?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Cottage at Lake Champlain located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Champlain and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Lamoille Valley Rail Trail. Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and Woods Island State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Samson W.

24 June 2022

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

2022 Fishing Trip

I loved the location in regards to the lake and the boating access's close by, it was perfect for me. The host was very responsive from day one, I never even got responses from other hosts when I first started trying to find a place. The property was nice and quiet and no one bothered me, that was just what I needed !!! Samson

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

6 Sept 2021

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

Excellent stay

We had a wonderful trip and the cabin was delightful

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Melinda B.

1 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

August Fishing Trip

This property was very clean, cute and cozy. The hosts were very accommodating, friendly, and quick to respond. The kitchen was outfitted nicely and very clean. The bedrooms all very nice and comfortable. The bathroom, while very clean and comfortable, was very small, the shower quite small which wasn't clear from the advertisement. We also thought the cabin would have a bit easier access to the lake, so maybe a clearer description of that would be more helpful as well. Overall a lovely location and very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

susan t.

30 Aug 2021

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

Amazing hosts and gorgeous sunsets

Sandy was always available across the street and brought us whatever we needed very quickly. The cottage AC worked perfectly on a very hot week. We used the kayaks almost daily and enjoyed every sunset over the lake. They have done a great job maximizing their space and have plenty of seating for company. The fire pit in back is great and we ate all meals on the deck. It's a perfect vacation spot for a family.

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

12 Aug 2021

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

So many things to like about this place!

We recently spent a lovely week at this cottage, and there are so many things we appreciated about it. The cottage is very clean and nicely furnished. All three beds (2 queens and a double) were comfortable and had good pillows and bedding. We really enjoyed the fire pit, and we appreciated that the owners engage the services of a professional pest control agency to cut down on mosquitos. The owners are easy to communicate with, quite friendly, but also not overbearing. They live just across from the property and the water access for this cottage brings you basically to their backyard. The five kayaks provided for renters are great, and the owners even have some spare water shoes in case you forget yours. (The rocks are no joke, definitely need water shoes.) We are sports fans so really enjoyed being able to watch live Olympics coverage since there is cable TV, and the wi fi was reliable and plenty fast. There is a window A/C unit in the living area and fans are provided for all the bedrooms. We didn't need to use the A/C much during our stay. We did turn on the small electric fireplace one morning when it felt chilly, it was nice to have that as an option. We had three cars for our group, and we appreciated that there was plenty of room to park. I can't really think of anything that we disliked about this rental, but I do think it's useful for potential guests to note the following-- this cottage may not be the best option for guests who are very tall and/or large. The bathroom is quite small, and the ceilings throughout the cottage seem sort of low. The tallest person in our family is 5'9" so we were totally fine. But I can imagine that anyone who is over 6'2 or 6'3 might not be super comfortable in the cozy shower stall. The other thing that seems important to know is that the staircase leading down to the water is quite steep. I personally would not feel comfortable having children younger than 4 or 5 climbing that staircase on their own, and it could also be a challenge for anyone with knee issues, balance issues or perhaps even a fear of heights. The stairs aren't too numerous, just steep. But there is a sturdy handrail. Again, we really did enjoy staying in this cottage and definitely wouldn't hesitate to stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Knapp

My husband John and I have lived in Vermont for the past 20 years. Recently we became empty nesters and moved to Lake Champlain! We have always enjoyed spending time near the water.

Why they chose this property

Ever since I was a young child in Vermont, I have always dreamed of living on Lake Champlain. I am lucky enough to own a house on the lake with a cottage.