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

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A balcony with a view of a calm lake and distant shoreline.
A stone wall with a sign for Hog Island Market, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.
A room with a large window overlooking a body of water during sunset.
A two-story house with a balcony on the upper floor.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. There is a dining table with yellow chairs and a red trash bin.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Swanton, VT
  • Place, Baie Missisquoi
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Alburg Dunes State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, State University of New York-Plattsburgh
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Swanton

A family-friendly stay in Swanton awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and 7 km (4.3 mi) from Missisquoi Bay. .Accommodation features free WiFi, a furnished patio and a private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Plus you'll find a games room, a garden and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Baie Missisquoi - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Alburg Dunes State Park - 17 min drive - 21.4 km
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 54 min drive - 72.7 km
  • Champlain Centre - 54 min drive - 73.4 km
  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock - 57 min drive - 75.6 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
  • ‪Green Mountain Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shaggy's Snack Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 films 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 caravan. 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 licence, 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 Centre 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 petrol 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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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed
Please consult prior to reserving for an event

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Parties and events are allowed on site. Note from host: Please consult prior to reserving for an event For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Fall Special/stunning Sunsets/heat/private Beach W/fire pit

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit?

The closest beach to Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit is Venise-en-Quebec Beach (15.9 km).

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

Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit has a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit?

No, Large Cottage: Private Beach/Stunning Sunsets/Kayaks/Fire Pit does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Get Away

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Foliage trip

Great trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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