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Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome

Escape to lakefront bliss where everyone can enjoy swimming in style with kayaks and life jackets at hand.

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome

Bayside Paradise

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Escape to the bay with this charming home. From the moment you step inside, you can enjoy views of Lake Champlain out the windows of the kitchen and dining room. The view's even better from the main bedroom, set on its own split level! The other bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home, making the space ideal for large families or groups with a fair amount of younger guests. But everyone (including up to two dogs!) can come together in the game room or around the portable firepit. The private gas grill can cook up enough fish to feed everyone. But when it's time to explore the lake, you can do it in style at this home. Seven beach chairs can be used on the private beach - we also provide one kayak, one canoe, a floating water blanket, and four adult-size life jackets for guest use. The private washer/dryer will take care of the swimsuits while folks are making s'mores around the fire. If the adults want to head out on their own special date, the two provided adult bikes will help provide a sweet escape.

What's nearby:
Yes, the lake is as close as it looks! If you're looking to get farther out on the water, guests can use the public boat launch at Malletts Bay Fish & Wildlife Access Area just under one mile away. This is only one of seven marinas within two miles of the home. Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern (just under one mile from the home) will provide a nice retreat for the adult members of the group. But before you leave, be sure to check out the Lake Champlain Chocolate factory (yes, they do take-out) and the world's tallest filing cabinet, both within nine miles of the home.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Up to two dogs are welcome.
Guests must bring their own firewood to use the wood-burning fireplace.
*Guests need to walk about 100 feet from the parking spot to get to the home. This can be a little steep, especially in the winter.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: This home has four surveillance cameras: one is located on the front door, one is facing the left side, then the right side and the back. These are exterior cameras only.

Dock details:



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Vermont

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1755 sq ft (163 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

42274

About the neighborhood

Map
Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • Church Street Marketplace - 13 min drive
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 14 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 14 min drive
  • University of Vermont - 15 min drive
  • University of Vermont Medical Center - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McGillicuddy's on the Green - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Scoop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome located?

Nestled on the beach, this Malletts Bay vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Champlain, Airport Park, and Sunset Drive-In Theater. Appletree Bay and Ethan Allen Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Family-friendly lakefront home with private beach and firepit - dogs welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

Great Location and house!
The place was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a guys ski trip
Suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UVM graduation landing space
We enjoyed the serenity of this lake house. The views were beautiful. Everyone loved playing PacMan in the game room. House/ kitchen was well stocked. A wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location
This was the perfect spot for 2 families in Burlington for a wedding. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Perfect location, very clean. Had everything we needed. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Colchester waterfront house
Nice lakefront house close to UVM.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Views!
Great home for our family. Might be tough with little kids or the elderly as there are many stairs to get to the house and then to the water. Other than that, awesome lake house!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful choice
This is a great home for families and dogs. Beautiful views/sunsets on lake Champlain. Easy access to lake from cottage. Had most everything you need. This was a perfect peaceful getaway for our family. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

The perfect house
Our family rented this house for an early Thanksgiving. We came from out of state to meet our children, who live in Mass. Aside from the absence of a couple of baking dishes, the kitchen was perfect. The house is right on the lake and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Christmas week
Great house. Main fl bathroom sink clogged. Washer smells. Otherwise, beautiful house and location, worked out great for our needs. We would stay again. Consider a later standard check out time and providing more essentials for longer stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the lake!
Loved being at this beautiful property- went fishing one day on the lake. Enjoyed hearing the small waves crashing sound right out our window. Beautiful sunsets over Lake Champlain also! Like the others said the outside could use some tlc but inside was clean and had everything we needed to cook some meals in the house. The house also has some games for rainy days and also Pac Man!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Weekend
This was the perfect landing spot for us to celebrate our son’s college graduation. The home was comfortable for our family and a nice gathering spot to host others —- lovely layout, plenty of space, teen friendly with ping pong/games, indoor/outdoor dining, and beautiful sunsets to see. The waterfront setting was a bonus feature. Vermont in the spring is a must do for everyone!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Suzanne C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Nice location, house wasn’t ready for renters
This house needs some TLC because it’s in a lovely location and has huge potential. I had read about a dirty shower curtain in reviews right before I came and decided to bring one just in case. Yep, I replaced it, it was filthy. I had to do a thorough cleaning of kitchen, bathrooms, porch and vacuuming while there. Leaves collected on steps to house, (it was November) and was dangerous. Outside fire pit was unusable. We managed to have a nice family gathering but Vacasa/VRBO, please give this little house some love so that others don’t have my experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Bayside Paradise
Overall or stay was both good and bad. Several of the amenities listed were non-functional. The BBQ was just a shell, no instructions on using the AC units, dishwasher didn't work--only 2 dishtowels for the week, very weak pillows, the mattress in the main bedroom was extremely uncomfortable, kayak had issues--drain plug missing as was the connector on the paddles, old spider webs on front porch, bug zapper on the back deck would have been nice, no light above the entry keypad. We did have a plumbing issue which was resolved by vacasa--the plumber kept us informed of his progress. The location was great for the activities we had planned and it was nice to have a comfortable gathering place place for all family members.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Catalina O.

Gross, dirty - do not stay here
If I could rate this property zero stars for cleanliness I would. The shower had someone else's hair in it, the shower curtain was dirty and smelled like mildew, the sink leaked, the coffee maker was full of moldy, coffee water, dishwasher did not work and there were cobwebs throughout the house. I reported my complaints with the home's cleanliness immediately after checking in and all I was told was "thank you for letting us know". The Vacasa customer service team is useless. Do not waste your money on this location or other vacasa managed properties.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Peggy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Vermont leaf trip
The house is amazing. The view is spectacular. The housecleaning needs improved. It’s such a shame to have such a nice place and not have it clean. Cobwebs everywhere, coffee pot filthy and still full of coffee, outside not touched, rodent trap used as a door stop, shower curtain covered in mold. Upgrade the cleaning and the place would be perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin with a view
Our group, two couples, stayed at the property in Oct. 2023. Upon arrival, the views of the lake were amazing. The house sits very close to the water, so there is a view of the bay at nearly every window. The kitchen is well equipped. The master bedroom is spacious, with again, a breathtaking view of the water. The king bed is not great, the mattress clearly needs replacement. The foam sags significantly, which makes it uncomfortable. We had a bonfire one night and drove into Burlington the second night for dinner. It is a great location, many local attractions. We recommend walking/biking the Lake Champlain causeway, that was very beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

William v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location but not for large parties or older guests
The location was really outstanding. The view of the lake was beautiful and the house was a short drive to Burlington, which was a highlight of the trip. However, the house was listed as accommodating 10 guests but there was only one king sized bed in one room and the other 8 sleeping accommodations were spread into two rooms all in various bunk bed configurations with a single bathroom for 8 people. The hot water supply was also not sufficient in that bedroom area for 8 people nor was there sufficient parking. The outside access to the house is also tricky at night and the house wad certainly not handicapped accessible inside or outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Lev K.

Comfotrable lakefront house
Pros: 1. Location - waterfront, very quiet. 2. Close to multiple grocery stores. 3. Roomy house; full kitchen, etc. 4. Great TV features. 5. Smart heating system. Cons: 1. Primitive cooling equipment. 2. Limited capacity of the water heater (when one person takes a bath on the 1st floor, the water in the 2nd floor shower is not warm enough). 3. Limited set of cooking utensils.
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8/10 Good

Mary L.

Bayside Paradise
The house was very nice. Comfortable and laid out nicely. Great views from all the lakeside windows. Location was excellent. Close to bike paths and Just a short drive to Burlington. Outside fire pit area nice. Out door furniture needs some TLC. Chairs on deck had ripped seats. Only 2 usable. Beach chairs were also ripped only 2 were useable. There was an outdoor dining area that would have been nice but was filled with dust and dirt. We loved having a canoe and kayak to use, as well as one bike. Other bike had a flat tire. We love the location and the house itself was comfortable and clean. We would definitely visit again. The master bedroom was super nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kat D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lakeside house to view the eclipse
We booked 2 nights to view the eclipse lakeside and it did not disappoint! The photos online, although quite beautiful, do not fully capture the beauty of this place. Gorgeous views overlooking the Vermont mountain range and lake Placid. The house is well appointed with everything you need, small exception of the coffee maker. Our guests did feel comfortable with the cleanliness. Suggest maybe an upgrade to a Kureig. Other than that the property is a 10 out of 10. There are two access points to the beach which are indeed private and you will have it all to yourselves. Given the season, the water was high so beach area on both sides is small. Firepit area was wonderful, we loved hanging out by the fire at night watching the sunset. Kitchen allows for cooking for a crowd. The property feels remote but there is plenty of commerce in the area to visit Burlington downtown, grab coffee, items at the general store. We enjoyed burgers at Rozzi’s Lakeside tavern prior to check in. Was allowed to check in early and was notified via text. I did need to check with Vacasa the day before for the check in- keypad codes due to not receiving email. They were very prompt to respond. Overall, lovely home with great views and access to water. Not an issue for our party, just know that stair access to the fire pit and water is steep. Maybe not the best for small children or senior guests
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patti H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental
No issues
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and high quality property
This spot was fantastic - right on the water, close drive to downtown Burlington, clean and well-appointed with everything we needed to have a comfortable and lovely time. Would stay here again! Fit 2 families totalling 7 people very comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024