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Living room
Living room
Dining on the enclosed Sun porch
Creative conversation, and inspiring thoughts here in the Alcove off the bedrm
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 288.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Colchester, VT
  • Church Street Marketplace
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • University of Vermont
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Baxter's quiet room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!

Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!
15 Minutes to downtown Burlington
Nestled in the private Mills Point Peninsula is Baxter’s Hide-Away cottage waiting for you and your companion. "Impressionism" enjoy my choice of artist paintings throughout the cottage.
Perfectly situated steps to The World Famous Colchester Causeway Bike path and Lake access.
Perfect for a couple or a single person. - not a good neighborhood for singles coming to party.
The space
Baxter’s Hide-Away Cottage is 15 minutes away from Burlington’s excitement College events, festivals, triathlons.
Baxter’s Hide-Away was just brought to life at 2 years ago in a unique way. The grounds won’t be complete until next year.
It is our goal that the cottage in addition to this enchanting area provide you with a restful and refreshing visit.
Guest access
Guest have this sweet Cottage to themselves.
The Causeway (bike path) access is a short walk down the hill. Also the Mills Point beach area is available for Mills Point residents and guests.
Other things to note; We now have a new heating system.
We have a keyless touchscreen deadbolt on the front door, so you won't have to worry about carrying a key. This gives you the option of arriving late at night or at another time where we can't meet you to let you in. The code to get in is reset after each guest, and I will give your keypad number before you arrive.
This is a quiet neighborhood.
There is a family of bunnies that live in the neighborhood you will likely see them hopping around at times.
No unauthorized guests overnight!

Property manager

Albert Loranger
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
No smoking No parties or events Check in time is after 3:pm Check out by 11:am No unauthorized guests. No smoking and no drugs; This is a quiet family

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Colchester

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Ethan Allen Homestead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Auer Family Boathouse and Ethan Allen Tower. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park or Centennial Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min drive - 14.3 km
  • University of Vermont - 18 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bagel Café & Deli - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zachary's Pizza House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Broadacres - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! located?

Located in Malletts Bay, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Airport Park, Auer Family Boathouse and Sunset Drive-In Theater. Starr Farm Dog Park and North Avenue Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Bittersweet

It was VERY quiet. For us it was centrally located to all the areas we wanted to hike.The decor was absolutely amazing. Each day we would notice something we had missed the previous days.We would most definitely stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Wonderful trip!

Cabin is exactly as pictured. Beautiful decor, and a very homey feel! This was the best experience I've ever had booking a VRBO, from start to finish. The host was very responsive, the pricing was fair, and the cabin was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location. Good communication with the owners. Wonderfully close to the lake and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Location location location

Steps away from the causeway and 15 from downtown Burlington.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marcia B.

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

Family visit

Location was secluded, quick access to the causeway which we enjoyed. Power went out our last night, but it wasn't long before it came back on. The quiet was blissful!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

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

Beautiful and comfortable property and home

The home is filled with very nice personal and thoughtful decor. We very much enjoyed our stay and appreciate the cleanliness and warmth that the owners have taken time to fill the inside with. This is a great place for a stay in the Burlington area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel W.

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

Great spot

Such a fun property in a perfect location to take advantage of the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Peace and Serenety

What a wonderful setting to get away from it all yet be close to everything you could possibly need or want. This little cottage is an embrace as you are drawn into its warmth.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is very cool and the location is great. The kitches has everything you would need. Kayaks are nice but there is a steep staircase to get the the rocky water. Big problem is that there is only a partial wall to the bathroom. No ceiling. Not much privacy. A/C was ok at best on a very hot day. Needed to walk across a wet lawn to get to the house which is behind another house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roisin B.

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

Quick get away

Overall, the stay was great! We swam in the lake across the street, rode our bikes on the Colchester Causeway, and along the Burlington Bikepath to a quiet beach. The house was clean and welcoming. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher M.

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

Overall ok, but some challenges

The property I think is as described and the location by the causeway is pretty fantastic, that is the big draw. Being able to walk/ride out to the causeway is excellent. Little things though marred the experience for me. Tiny coffee machine that is a little broken (top falls off, often into cup as you pour) - very cheap and can only make 2 cups. No coffee filters provided. Toaster is tiny, cheap and a bit hard to use. There is no established path so you are just trotting about 50 yards across a field and muddy patches. The parking up on the grass also is less than ideal. Also the lack of shampoo and conditioner was a tad frustrating. The left about 1/2 of what you needed. Still I did like many of the little touches of the home, neat little wall pieces.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

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

Close to the causeway on Lake Champlain

Cabin-like rental across the street from the lake and a 2-3 minute's walk to the causeway. Bed is comfortable, and there is a nice deck out front and there are kayaks, which we not able to use, but it's a nice feature. A few caveats: if you have mobility issues, you might want to avoid this place because you have to walk on grass a fair stretch to get from the driveway. The bathroom is not that private: the ceiling is completely open. There were also a lot of mosquitos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H., Holden, MA

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

Another Lovely Stay!

Our second stay at Baxter's Hideaway was just as wonderful as the first. Albert is very responsive. The property very clean and well-equipped. The proximity to the bike trail is great. With beautiful weather we meandered along Church Street Marketplace in Burlington each night (highly recommend!). If you want to eat dinner in Burlington we recommend making reservations well in advance. We will definitely return again next fall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

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

A Maximalist Gem

We had a wonderful time at Baxter’s Hideaway! Easy access to the lake and causeway, comfortable beds, and beautifully curated decor. All photos of this listing are very accurate.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauri F.

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

Great biking location

Great location right on the causeway trail. Decent water access as well. Close to Burlington and South Hero with lots of fun places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele W., Philadelphia, PA

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful week at the cabin, perfectly located and accurately listed. Hosts were easily available. Could not have asked for a better Vermont location and vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly P.

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

June weekend

Unfortunately, it rained all weekend and we weren’t able to take advantage of the great location close to the lake and causeway. Hope to come back another time when the weather is more cooperative so we can bike and kayak.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great little retreat by the lake

Super cozy atmosphere, awesome bicycle and walking infrastructure nearby. Would absolutely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Bianca V.

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

Thanks!

Was cute and convenient ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Somers S., Newport News, Virginia

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

Location is worth it!

This is very eclectic, interesting little place. It was adequately furnished with everything you'd need in the kitchen, including ice trays to make ice. Being so close to the causeway was the best!! We did lots of walks and fishing and exploring over there - that made this worth it. Our only issue was there is only one window unit AC for the entire house. When we walked in at check-in the house was 89 degrees as no one had turned on the window unit. We were able to get it down to a comfortable level by the next day. Just be sure to check the weather before your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dana F.

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

Nice little cabin

Loved the short walk to lake Champlain! Cabin was a bit difficult to find at night, but cozy once we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Comfortable stay

Enjoyed our 4 nights in Burlington. The cabin was comfortable for 2 but no more. Wish a few more dollars were put into sheets and pillows but other than that we liked the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam H., Holden, MA

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

Fantastic Stay - Highly Recommend!

Baxter's Hideaway was absolutely wonderful. Communication was excellent - quick and helpful. The proximity to the Island Line Trail was unmatched - we were able to hop on our bicycles without driving anywhere. The accommodations were better than the pictures, and like other reviews, we found so many things to look at - so much care and detail all around. The shower was good. The beds were comfortable. We didn't cook, but it had everything we'd have needed if we did. We enjoyed reading the guest book. We are very much looking forward to a return trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena P.

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

relaxing stay in a great spot

This is an A+ property in a fantastic location. Communication with the owner/manager was very clear, the house was very comfortable (great mattress, high quality sheets and pillows, excellent water pressure, plenty of seating), and the proximity to the Colchester Causeway made for some fantastic walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Albert Loranger

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Why they chose this property

Access to the Water and steps away from the Causeway.

What makes this property unique

Rejuvenation

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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