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On the Rocks in North Hero

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Hero, VT
  • Lake Champlain Islands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hero's Welcome
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Knight Island State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

On the Rocks in North Hero

Secluded, waterfront home on Lake Champlain w/lake views, firepit & washer/dryer
Tucked away in the greenery on a small peninsula in the middle of Lake Champlain, this private waterfront home boasts an ideal location for a summer getaway. In addition to a main house with a private sauna, this property also features a separate cabin-style building with an indoor sitting area - perfect for entertaining and gathering with family and friends for a water-themed trip.
MRT#11225260

Property manager

Charles Mackin, Islands Only Vacation Rentals
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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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
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 first aid kit

About the area

North Hero

Located in North Hero, this holiday home is on a lake. Grand Isle Art Works and St. Albans Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hyde Log Cabin and Saint Anne's Shrine. Hero's Welcome and Kids' Station Children's Museum are also worth visiting.
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North Hero, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Champlain Islands - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hero's Welcome - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Knight Island State Park - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Cumberland Bay State Park - 52 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Point Au Roches State Park - 67 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 43 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shore Acres Inn & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Two Heroes Grill and Tiki Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ruthcliffe Lodge - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Links on The Lake - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Mooney Bay - ‬66 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Rocks in North Hero pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at On the Rocks in North Hero?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Rocks in North Hero?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the Rocks in North Hero located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Champlain Islands and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hero's Welcome and Knight Island State Park. Knight Point State Park and Ladds Landing Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anne B.

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

Amazing View

You cannot beat the beautiful view from this lakefront house! It’s situated up hill from the lake and has tons of windows. It feels like you’re in a treehouse. Plenty of room for our family of four and our dog. Bathrooms are a little strange - 2 half baths and a separate shower/tub room — but it worked. Paths are a little slippery so keep this in mind if someone in your group has mobility issues. Great location - very close to Hero’s Welcome and North Hero House. About 40 minutes from Burlington.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emmy C.

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

Great location for a Fall Getaway

We had a great stay at On the Rocks. The other reviews aren't wrong about the stairs being slippery and things being rustic, but because of those reviews I knew exactly what we were getting into (in fact, it was better than I anticipated). The beds were comfortable, there was a new refrigerator and the whole place is quirky and fun. Beautiful sunrises, near a nice walking trail and was very serene.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Valarie F.

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

Relaxed and Peaceful

Charles is a very attentive host who was always available to answer any questions or concerns. Property is a little dated but situated in such a peaceful scene! Relaxation for hours on end. Our visit was in early fall so there was no interest in swimming. However for those that may choose to swim access to the water from the floating dock could be a challenge. The only real negative to the property is walkways. The property is situated on a hill and would be difficult to access for anyone withMobility issues or small children. However we were able to manage fine. Overall a very nice day
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie Z.

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

Great Location!

This house is a bit quirky but it suited our party well. The private dock was large enough for our boat & 2 jet skis. The property grounds are on a steep hill and access to water is under repair. Overall a great stay! hillhill
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rodrigo A.

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

Late August

Everything was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pretty nice spot!

We liked the house. Nice to have 2 toilets. There’s a separate room with a shower but the door doesn’t shut all the way. The big bummer was all the outside walk ways are steep, with no handrails. Anyone who is unsteady on their feet will have difficulty getting around. And VERY slippery when wet. The dock set up from the beach to the dock needs some work. The water is very weedy in this area. Unfortunately the blue green algae showed up while we were there but no one can help that.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John r.

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

Stay at On The Rocks

The property was well located in a nice area. Getting to the location was a breeze. The house/cottage was very clean and the cleaning person, Robin, was great. The cottage is showing its age but was comfortable with a kitchen that was very well stocked with pots, pans, etc. It had an outstanding view of the lake and was quite comfortable for a rental. Our only complaint with the rental was the outside. The property was not well looked after as far as the grounds were concerned. There was a major concern with the walkways to the lake/dock area. They were in terrible condition and were quite dangerous especially for young children and older adults. it was extremely dangerous to get onto and off of the floating dock for swimming and boating. Once you jumped off the dock into the water you could not get back out of the water because there was no ladder to climb out. Children had to be lifted out and 1 or 2 received MINOR scrapes and cuts but for the amount of money weekly rental is, fix the problem! Adults had to swim to the shore and climb out. The dock surface was very ruff and getting splinters was a daily occurance. This put a damper on the daily activities but once you returned to the house it was fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Missy N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lake getaway

Overall a great time but some challenges to the property were burnt out and no light bulbs in lower bathroom and lower guest room. Burnt out lights outdoors and unkept pathway that led to my father falling and getting cut on his leg. Property manager responded immediately and put up some small solar lights. The pathway needs to be re done and the exterior patio furniture was dirty- we cleaned quite a bit in the kitchen as the dishes were wet and dirty in the cupboards when we got there. There was no screen in upper bedroom and the window was open since it was so hot. The dock was difficult to access and no one was able to get on or off easily. Though the property manager did pull the dock in some it was still difficult to access. I suggested putting foot holds on the wooden planks that were a temporary fix- but we all got splinters trying to not slip getting on and off. The steepness of the property should be included in the property description for elderly folks. Beautiful views and lovely to have kayaks to use. Awesome property manager, very responsive and helpful. He went the extra mile at a moments notice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika V.

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

Great stay in Vermont!

What a wonderful time in North Hero. The place is located right on the water with a large dock for fishing, reading, and just hanging out. The water was wonderful for swimming, some weeds, but warm and refreshing. We loved the deck over looking the water and the open concept kitchen. The weather was hot when we were there and there was no air conditioning, which made sleeping difficult. I would love to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason b.

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

Best trip

Place was absolutely perfect.. see you next summer
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Hi

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

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

Peaceful Lake Time

We had a wonderful stay on the lake in this peaceful and rustic spot! There are quiet roads and trails for walking or biking and the dock was fabulous for fishing, launching paddle boards or kayaks or for just hanging out. There were several kayaks with life vests for our enjoyment. The views from kitchen/main room made you feel like you were up in a tree house looking out at the lake. The living spaces were all nice and clean with ample bath towels, bathing supplies and a well-equipped kitchen. Charles was a friendly, responsive and helpful host. We will surely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kristopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice spot

Great start, I am sure it will improve in the coming years!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Xavier O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Awesome weekend

Overall awesome weekend, great location, beautiful view! Expect a cabin feel, do not expect a luxury retreat. It is listed as a 2 bathrooms, but online has 1 shower with very weak water pressure. Kitchen was well equipped. It has everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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