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Little Retreat

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A room with two windows, each with a plant on the sill.
Terrace/patio
A bedroom with a bed, a window with plants, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a red door, white cabinets, a black countertop, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden cabin with a red door, multiple windows, and a porch with outdoor seating.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Highgate, VT
  • Place, Village Green Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Veteran's Memorial Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Swanton Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Little Retreat

A Nice relaxing cozy tiny home with lake views and nature surroundings, a quiet estate getaway, 45 minutes to Montreal Canada and/or Burlington Vermont. unwind with a glass or two of wine, smores over the fire or go down the the beach to watch the gorgeous sunsets!

This is an off grid style living but has power and hot water, The bathroom is not heated or insulated and consist of a composting toilet that does require you to empty is if gets full, it is a very simple task, but if this is something you do not feel comfortable doing then this may not be the place for you.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3970023vb
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

Swanton

Located in Swanton, this cabin is on a lake. Vignoble Pigeon Hill and Domain du Ridge Winery 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 Venise-en-Quebec Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Map
Highgate, VT

What's nearby

  • Village Green Park - 9 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Veteran's Memorial Park - 9 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Swanton Public Library - 9 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Swanton Town Hall - 9 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Swanton Beach - 12 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Albans Station - 17 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Shack de la Marina - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Le Greg Bistro & Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Baie Missisquoi, Highgate Library & Community Center and Marble Mill Park. Swanton Public Library and Veteran's Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here. The home was clean and we had everything we needed. The lock situation was strange. But otherwise no issues and we wpuld stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was eaay and the place was clean. It was a perect little place to use as a homebase while exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat, compact "little retreat," as advertised. Great jumping off point for touring about the nearby sights of northwestern Vermont!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean & Cozy. Would stay here again for sure. Much thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is awesome! It is neat, clean, and cozy. It had everything we needed for a 3 day stay. The location was good for day trips, but it was tucked away in a quiet location. It was a quick walk to the water. Great for watching sunsets. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
The overall place was cosey. I did run into a couple of issues, the first night that I stayed and attempted to us the bathroom, the composite toilet was filled to the brim, and urine was overflowing into the urine holder. I had to clean the toilet in order to use it which was absolutely disgusting; it may have been easier if it was my waste but being pervious guest pop and pee, it was disgusting!! I also had to leave early as the lock broke in the lock position and locked me out of the cabin. I was fortunate enough that a window was open that I could squeeze through to get inside of the cabin. Luckly, I had tools with me and was able to remove the door handle and get the door to unlock. The problem was that the door latch was broken and could not effectively lock the door to ensure safety of my luggage and personal items. I ended up having to pack up all my stuff a day early and cut my trip short. Please be aware if you are disgusted by cleaning up other people's pop and pee, I would stay clear of this place as I was not expecting this type of cleaning nor have, I had much experience with a Composite toilet. Also, the white trash bin was missing, and the trash can that was outside had no lid. Good things were there was plenty of parking for the boat and a great power source to charge boat batteries each night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice Retreat

For a 2 night stay, the cabin was very nice. There were a couple of little quirks (running out of hot water in the 2nd shower and no toaster), but nothing that ruined our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great fpr a short break in Vermont

The cabin is small but comfortable and is equipped with everything we needed. It needs a curtain on the door and a kettle would have been useful. But otherwise, it was a great place to stay. And we loved the kayak and the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Little Retreat

Nice minimal, clean, tastefully decorated cabin. Very short around the corner walk to Lake Champlain. We used the available double person kayak and had a beautiful excursion on the lake. Rt. 7 access nearby for nice biking routes. Spotless internet service in the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake getaway

We enjoyed the convenient location for a day in Montreal and a day on the lake. Paddling North along the shore was a great experience- beautiful cliffs! The bed was comfortable and the AC worked fine. The shower had a good outdoor feel and nice water pressure. The outdoor seating was a nice place to relax and birdwatch. Great value for the reasonable price. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoy nature simply

Perfect for our weekend stay. A classy alternative to camping in a superb area. The place is very well kept and clean. The toilet is small: while quite ok for the Wife and I as we are small persons, it could be annoying for large or heavy persons. The owner was very quick and helpful on all communication. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

Great location. Perfect for 1 or 2 people. Used it as a base for day hiking trips. Very clean. Nice fire pit. Was able to cook. Bathroom set up is different but fine. Owner was very responsive. Id stay here again with no issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place!

I fell in love with this tiny house just by the pictures but once we arrived I fell in love even move. Everything was as stated. Super clean, super comfy. Near the lake. We didn’t get in the water but could have used the kayak or boat. We will definitely return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vermont cabin

Had a hard time getting used to the compost toilet. Ended up asking neighbor about path to the lake. It was too rough for my husband to make it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute and Rustic

The cabin was really cute and set against beautiful wooded trees (but you're still really close to other cabins/houses). The lake is truly just a 2 min walk away and is beautiful. The bed was comfortable but this is a small studio cabin. The kitchen, living area, and bedroom are all one room. The bathroom is in an indoor/outdoor space. I wouldn't recommend this cabin from more than a couple of nights as the toilet has limited capacity and it is hard to cook in the small space. The grill is rusted and one of the kayak seats is broken, which were two things we were looking forward to using. But the host is really responsive and this is great for a short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and beautiful

My partner and I stayed for 4 nights and had a great time. Kayaking on the lake at sunset was absolutely beautiful, there was only one other boat visible on the lake other than us while we were out there. About 40/45 minutes from Burlington and the drive back and forth is pretty scenic. We are pretty sensitive to hot temperatures at night, but the AC and two ceiling fans in the unit kept us nice and cool. As the description states, the toilet technically flushes however is not connected to running water, but we did not find this bothersome for a few nights, and we enjoyed being able to listen to the birds/seeing the trees from the top of the screen while showering, it was a unique experience. We used the portable stove top every day to make meals in the unit. No issues with the wifi, worked totally fine, we used the TV in the unit for streaming. Only semi-issue we found was that the front door (which faces the road and other houses) does not have blinds or a curtain on it like the other windows do, and the unit is one room, so we ended up taping a large trash bag to the door frame from the inside so that the room was not visible to the road, however this was not a huge deal and easily something we could fix while we were there. Responsive host. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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