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Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with water park

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The reason we call it Sunset Cottage!
Cottage front yard
Looks small from the front but attached boathouse provides total of 2,000 sqft!
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Swanton, VT
  • Place, Missisquoi Bay
  • Place, Lake Champlain Islands
  • Place, Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit

Spacious three bedroom, one bath cottage with a 3-story boathouse overlooking the lake.

Linens/towels/toiletries/plates/glasses/coffee cups/Keurig/coffee/grill propane included. The main cottage has a large kitchen with a full size refrigerator/freezer/stove/microwave/kitchen table, the 3 bedrooms (king, full, 2 twins) and bathroom (full tub and shower), and a walk-out patio with a grill, patio table and chairs.

There are air conditioners in the master bedroom and boathouse living room and propane heat for cool nights.

The cottage is attached to the boathouse via hallway where the deck or living room surrounded by windows offer the perfect setting to take in the lake and amazing sunsets.
There is a recreation room in the lower level of the boathouse providing extra space to spread out, play games, watch movies or just relax.

Down the stairs from the main cottage is a private swimming/sunning beach with access to the boathouse that is full of amenities to include: two kayaks, pool floats, sun chairs, beach umbrellas, and life jackets.

It's a great, private place to take a swim or launch on a kayak fishing/site seeing cruise along the beautiful shoreline. There is no dock (predominantly west winds) but the front yard offers plenty of space to park a boat and trailer. There are two public boat launches nearby (West Swanton Boat Access .2 miles and Tabor Point Boat Ramp 4.2 miles).

In addition, we are just steps from Hog Island Market where fishing equipment, bait, fishing license, ice, beer, wine, and groceries are all available. Campbell's Bay Campground (6mi) is also close by for Pontoon, Motor Boat, or Canoe rentals. West Swanton Orchard (.9mi) is a great stop for apples, soft ice cream and souvenirs. Green Mountain Stables is directly across the road where visitors can watch the horses training or take riding lessons, and Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is also just one mile away.

It's a truly unique cottage centrally located within the best Pike, Bass and Walleye fishing grounds on the lake!

For those who want a bit more adventure, the Canadian boarder is just 4 miles north. There is a nice small, waterfront town with several great restaurants called Venice en Quebec just across the border. Montreal is also only one hour north so bring your passports!

Here is a rundown of additional restaurants and places of interest nearby:

To the West:
- Alburgh (4-8 miles)
> Dollar General/On the Run Gas Station and Quickstop (4 miles)

- Lake Champlain Islands Dining: North Hero House, Hero's Welcome, Ruthcliffe Lodge, McKees Island Pub and Pizza, Blue Paddle, Tikki Bar, (all about a 15 mile beautiful drive southwest through islands)

To the East:
- Swanton (7.5 miles)
> House of Pizza
> Shaggy's Snack Bar (famous fries!)
> Hannafords, Dollar General, Aubuchan Hardware
> McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, multiple gas stations/quick stops

- St Albans (15 miles)
> Pie in the Sky (pizza, hot sandwiches)
> Mimmo's Italian
> Twiggs Gastropub (drink specials/live entertainment)
> Jeff's Main Seafood
> 14th Star Brewing

Laundromat: One in Alburgh 10 min west and one in Swanton 10 min east. Both are 24-hour facilities.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Please consult prior to reserving for an event
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Pets

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please consult prior to reserving for an event
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Swanton

Located in Swanton, this cottage is on the beach. Saint Anne's Shrine and Fort Lennox are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and Alburg Dunes State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Swanton, VT

What's nearby

  • Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Alburg Dunes State Park - 21 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Lac Champlain Golf Club - 27 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Venise-en-Quebec Beach - 28 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Parc Safari - 46 min drive - 48.7 km

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 20 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Swanton House of Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Green Mountain Bistro - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit located?

Nestled on the beach, this Swanton cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Champlain Islands, Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and Missisquoi Bay. Swanton Beach and Parc Claud-Bergevin are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay in this lovely pet friendly home! It was a family vacation, two adults, 4 kids ages 17-21.The views were amazing!! The kitchen fully stocked, nice size bedrooms, living room, and play room. We loved the use of the kayaks and being lakeside. To get to down to the lake there were a lot of stairs, but we didn't mind and the kids loved it! Would definitely recommend, the host Josie was very responsive and friendly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

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

Biking, Kayaking, Birding and Fishing

If you enjoy any of these activities, check out this cottage near Missisquoi National Wildlife Refugee. Enjoy Lake Champlain with its s shimmers and sunset and so much to do at hand. Cottage is comfortable on a quiet street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Summer Get Away

Great place to stay...Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica Y.

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

Lose yourself on the lake

This camp was perfect for our needs for a week on the lake. We had no difficulty settling in with our family of 4 and our golden retrievers in tow. The property is well maintained, the inside of the cabin was clean and inviting. It is roomy enough that we never felt crowded for space. Everything we needed to prepare meals or play down by the water was provided. The balcony was perfect for morning coffee, sunsets and yoga. The location made for a great base camp for the week, as we explored Burlington, Lake Placid and Montréal. The camp is in a very quiet locale between small towns. We found some great breakfast spots and a popular local creamee place close by. If you are looking to slow down and relax, this is a wonderful place to do it. We would absolutely return to this get-away on Lake Champlain.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bracha n.

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

great vacation!

beautiful cottage on the lake the kids enjoyed the well stocked boat house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Fall Foliage trip

Great trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Cottage at Swanton

It was nice size, and the ease of access to the water made things easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE M.

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

Fantastic Getaway

Very nice cozy roomy at home place right on the lake with incredible view’s and a super nice host in Josie. Had a great time with family and friends and would love to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

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

Awesome location

Great location, lots of space. Very easy to deal with & clean! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE M.

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

Great Stay

Excellent time had by all. Josie is a top notch host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sunset views!

This property was very spacious inside and outside. The sunsets were amazing. The house was very clean with everything we needed and the communications with Josie was great. We highly recommend this place and look forward to going back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leif G.

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

What a view!

Fantastic expansive view of Lake Champlain feeling like we were on a ship sailing on the lake. Big house with no noise. Two houses alongside and none across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Sunset cottage

Quiet peaceful location. Beautiful sunsets
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kayla S.

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

Gorgeous view

My husband and I fell in love with the balcony view!! Very relaxing and peaceful. The house is quite spacious, which was good for our large dog to roam around. We luckily had a week of good weather and went kayaking almost every day. Everything was nice and clean and well stocked as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L., Bensalem

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

Fantastic Stay

Beautiful place in a great location. Unbeatable view of Lake Champlain. We wanted to get away from our usual rat race in our home state for a few days and this was the perfect place. The communication with the owner when I had a question was great. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sylvia S.

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

Perfect fit

The cottage is incredibly large indoors with a stunning view of the lake from the family room. Everything you needed for meal prep was in the kitchen. Beds were comfy. The cottage sits in a rural area with excellent easy hiking trails nearby. We took a quick jaunt to Quebec (15 minutes away) for lunch and spent a great day at the Shelburne Museum in Burlington. Just a reminder:"beaches" in this part of the world are rock, not sand.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Sunset on rhe lake

The cottage was exactly when I expected everything we needed was there. The hostess was readily available for any problems that may have arisen. We enjoyed ourselves and we would go back. Thank you, Josie great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Great for our family vacation

We spent a week here with our 3 grandchildren and our daughters. We all had plenty of toom
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marnie D.

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

Lovely sunset views and kayaking!

We had a lovely stay at the cottage! The view was spectacular. The place was bigger than expected with plenty of room to spread out. My parents loved sitting out on the porch with the lake view. My boys loved kayaking and fishing right from the back yard. Beautiful biking on Isle la motte nearby and walking at Missiquoi wildlife refuge. The host provided everything that we needed for the stay to make us comfortable! Wonderful place for a quiet and peaceful get away! Would definitely recommend for both couples and families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle L., Western New York

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

Lovely Week in Lake Chanplain

My husband and I had a wonderful stay with our two pups at the cottage on Lake Champlain. We were able to let the dogs swim on the rocky beach, launch a boat with my in laws down the street, and walk to the market for bait and snacks. The house has a large kitchen, many beds for a number of people, and areas to spread out if needed. Josie is a wonderful host who is responsive and dedicated to making your stay wonderful. We would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Wilfredo S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Vermont Trup

The stay was peaceful and quiet like we wanted! Big location within the home, unfortunately this Property had issues with big and Cobwebs all over the place inside and outside! They really need a cleaning of Webs ASAP. The beach area is over grown with weeds and bushes everywhere. The water was good for Kayaking, definitely don’t recommend you swim in the water ! Bring food prior to getting across the bring to Vermont!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirleyann T.

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

One week was to short!

Had a wonderful time, everything was perfect. the most beautiful sunsets from the balcony,grandkids had a great time swimming and use of the kayaks provided. the kitchen was well stocked with everything you need as well as all the other essentials provided. Stores and things to do close by, all and all had a great time and wouldn't hesitate coming back to this nice beautiful quiet area. Thanks to Josie who was a teriffic host. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

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

Relaxing

If you need a place to unwind , right on the water this is the place to be . Perfect beach camp rental with all the basics you need but Bonus outdoor private beach space with chairs , floats and kayaks. Boat lunch a mile a way . Walk to the market . Most beautiful Sunsets . Responsive owner !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Diane V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stay in Swanton

I was disappointed that there was no dock and the water was difficult to get to. My granddaughter was so looking forward to playing in the water. Plus all the outdoor equipment (canoe, etc) were in a garage under the house and difficult to get to. Not as advertised
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D., Jericho

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

Nice Getaway on the Lake

The property was great - just as described in the listing! The layout of the house was perfect for our party - the game room was far enough away from the bedrooms that people could go to bed undisturbed while others stayed up late. Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate with us to enjoy the lake that was only a few feet away, but it was a beautiful view and we were able to kayak at least once! Josie was easy to communicate with and the house had everything we needed (plates, cutlery, towels, blankets, etc.). I would recommend this house to others for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Josie Henry

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Owners: Andy and Josie. Andy was born and raised on a local dairy farm and has been hunting and fishing around Lake Champlain since childhood. Josie is a career naval officer who recently retired with her husband in Vermont. They own a house on the east shore of Lake Champlain about a mile from the cottage.

What makes this property unique

Many of our guests comment on how much larger it is than expected. In addition, we have received a lot of compliments for making them feel comfortable making themselves at home because it is decorated more like a hotel and we have never used it so it doesn't have "personal" items throughout the cottage like many of our competitors.

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