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, queen, 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 area 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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Parties and events are allowed on site
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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 near a water park and 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. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
Missisquoi Bay - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
Village Green Park - 12 min drive - 14.2 km
Swanton Beach - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
Alburg Dunes State Park - 17 min drive - 21.4 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
Dunkin - 16 min drive
Subway - 14 min drive
Swanton House of Pizza - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit?
As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit on 6 Oct 2026 start from AU$847, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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.
How much is parking at Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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 Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, Missisquoi Bay and Parc Claud-Bergevin. Swanton Beach and Marble Mill Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We had a wonderful stay ! It was so beautiful right on the water ! We had a relaxing peaceful stay ! We enjoyed the kayaks and the fire pit . I really can’t say enough about this place . We had a great family vacation !
The home is comfortable and accomodates a large group of people. There were nice amenities provided and the description of the rooms were on point. The photos of the outside need to be updated- The fire pit, and the children's area are not as pictured and if there are 2 brand new kayaks, they were not easily accessible in the boathouse. There were no inner tubes that were inviting enough to want to blow up and the fire pit area no longer looks as the picture makes it appear to. The kitchen was not stocked for a party of 7 (not enough utensils - we had to purchase plasticwear) and mixing bowls and basic cookware were limited. After the stairs, it is difficult to maneuver down to the lake and fire pit. There was no level ground to sit around the fire pit to enjoy it. With some love and care into some of these items, a better experience would have been had.
The perfect peaceful escape on the lake. Lovely view from the house, so much space, and options for in-home entertainment. Great walking trails that allow dogs nearby too. Enjoyed our stay so much! Thank you!
We really enjoyed our stay at this vacation rental. The location was fantastic, with beautiful lake views and a quiet, serene atmosphere that made it a wonderful escape from city life. The home was also much larger in person than the pictures made it appear, which was a pleasant surprise. We especially enjoyed being so close to the Canadian border and having the opportunity to explore some of the nearby towns in Quebec.There are a few areas where the home could use some updating. The kitchen only had three regular forks, and while plastic forks were provided, there weren't enough for a full week and some meals really require a proper utensil. The pillows in all three bedrooms were also quite flat and appeared to be well-used, so replacing those would make a noticeable difference in comfort.There was also an odor in the master bedroom during our stay. I can't say for certain what the source was—it may have been the carpeting, particularly since dogs are allowed at the property, or possibly the window A/C unit—but it was noticeable.Overall, though, we enjoyed our stay. The spaciousness, beautiful lake views, peaceful setting, and convenient location made it a great place to slow down, relax, and enjoy a change of pace. With a few updates to the kitchen supplies, bedding, and master bedroom, this could be an even better vacation rental.
Very cute place with a beautiful view. Dog friendly and great beach for the dogs to run around on. Stairs were a little wonky if you had kids of walking age but we did not so was not a problem. Owner was incredible! Very communicative and super friendly! Would love to come back during peak season were we could enjoy more of the lake activities.
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.
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.
We booked this rental to get away from our busy lives and relax and this was perfect for us. The balcony is where we spent hours and hours just watching the sun set, reading books, drinking coffee and wine. The location was perfect for us because our only agenda was to relax. We did find a fantastic winery, a few towns to explore, and a sandy beach (dune) that we had all to ourselves to celebrate our anniversary. Also I’m not too proud to say the couches provided the perfect naps, pure heaven.
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!!
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.
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!
This was the first property we have stayed at where my first thought was, I could see us coming back here. The only real drawbacks to me were the lack of washer, dryer, and the AC wasn't really suffcient for 90 degree farenheit days(of which we had several). It would have also been nice if the lake wasn't low, but that's not the propery's fault!
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.
Large, very family friendly accomodations. We arrived on a very hot day and the air conditioners and fans were going full blast and it was so comfortable. Everything was neat and tidy. The view was spectacular. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare your own food. The host left coffee and bottled water for us, which was appreciated. It is quite dated but for us that was part of the charm. We enjoyed the game room and board games.
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.
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
About the host
Hosted by Josie Henry
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.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests