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Charming Colchester Home w/ Malletts Bay Beachfront, WiFi, Gourmet Kitchen, A/C

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Sunset #2
Pastime from the shallow water of the bay.
View to the west just after sunset.
Sunset #3
View of the kitchen with seating around the peninsula.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Colchester, VT
  • University of Vermont
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Church Street Marketplace
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming Colchester Home w/ Malletts Bay Beachfront, WiFi, Gourmet Kitchen, A/C

Enjoy boating, fishing, sandy beach, water sports, and breathtaking views of the sunset from the back porches, beach and a grassy terrace area of a newly built lakefront house located centrally along the eastern shore of Malletts Bay. You will experience the modern comforts and amenities of home while being only a few feet from the beach and your exclusive water access.

Please note that we are a seasonal property, open from June 1 through October 31, but this timing includes great access to fall foliage via interstate 89, from mid-September through mid-October.

Step from the luxury of the cherry wood cabinets and granite countertops of the gourmet kitchen along hardwood floors into a cozy sitting area with a two-sided fireplace as focal point, and then out onto the generous, fully screened and enclosed porch for dinner with a view. The floor plan of this house was ingeniously designed to make you feel as if you are always connected to the waters of the beautiful bay and Lake Champlain. The first floor has a full bath and bedroom; and the porch converts to a sleeping room on the sectional sofa. Two large bedrooms on the second level share a bathroom suite and walkout access to another enclosed porch that has a love seat convertible for additional sleeping space. A spiral staircase leads up to a unique cupola with lookout windows that allow even better views of the bay.

Boat moorings allow ready access to fishing and water sports on the bay or the broad lake. This well-situated property provides convenient access to shopping, great dining, and sightseeing in Burlington just to the south. Hop on the interstate for an easy drive of only 90 minutes to cosmopolitan Montreal or less than an hour to the rustic wonders of Vermont’s central mountains and summer/ski resorts.

This is a seasonal property open from May 1 to October 31.

Property manager

Richard MacDonald

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
A fee of $175 will be added for each pet.
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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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this holiday home is on the beach. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Saint Michael's Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Essex Family Fun & Entertainment Center and Spirit of Ethan Allen Boat. Travelling with kids? Consider Beverage Warehouse, or check out an event or a game at Centennial Field. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
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Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • University of Vermont - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Saint Michael's College - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 12 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McGillicuddy's on the Green - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Colchester Home w/ Malletts Bay Beachfront, WiFi, Gourmet Kitchen, A/C pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Colchester Home w/ Malletts Bay Beachfront, WiFi, Gourmet Kitchen, A/C?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Colchester Home w/ Malletts Bay Beachfront, WiFi, Gourmet Kitchen, A/C?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Colchester Home w/ Malletts Bay Beachfront, WiFi, Gourmet Kitchen, A/C located?

Nestled on the beach, this Colchester holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sunset Drive-In Theater, Colchester Pond Natural Area and Airport Park. Indian Brook Park and Winooski Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Beautiful sunsets

The property was lovely with all amenities that you need for spending time at the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

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

Perfect Get-Away

We loved this house! It was a perfect way for us to celebrate our 60th Birthdays! 4 college friends, 20 plus years of friendship, relaxing on the beach. Beautiful scenery
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

We LOVED "Pastime"!

We absolutely LOVED this vacation home! We have taken our vacation as a family the past three summers in VRBO properties in the area and we all agreed that this was the best of them all. The property manager was so nice and couldn't do enough to make us feel so welcome! The house was immaculate, completely stocked with everything we needed, and was actually brighter and roomier than it looked in the pictures. We were so happy that the water level of the lake when we were there allowed us to enjoy the property's private sandy beach. We spent much of our time relaxing in the Adirondack chairs looking out onto the bay during the day and then enjoyed watching the beautiful sunsets from the porch where we ate dinner at night. The "fairy lights" in the porch made the place seem even more magical! We had so much fun using the paddle boards, peddle boat and kayaks and spent much of the time bicycling on the nearby bike path to the causeway. We couldn't have asked for better appliances and the brand new stove is "state of the art"! We're hoping to be able to stay at "Pastime" again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHYLLIS F.

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

Relaxing

The property(Pastime) has been one of the best vacations that we as a family truly enjoyed. The summer home is truly beautiful for a family to be together for a week. Kitchen, living area lovely enclosed porch was so comfortable to visit make delicious dinners. Due to weather conditions beach was under water. We did not move into the summer home until Sunday due to problem with hot water heater, By Tuesday we had warm water for showers, dishwasher and washing machine. The children thoroughly enjoyed peddle boat, boards and inflated boards. The week always ends too quickly with beautiful sunsets. Surely will spend another week at PASTIME.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M B.

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

Lake house

Great spot - we will rent it again
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Great location, perfect layout

Beautiful beachfront location with great layout and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl K.

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

Fantastic Place. Better than pics on site

Pictures on the vrbo site don't do this place justice. It is much nicer inside. Big plus - Everything that you need to make you feel at home is there. Many times when we go somewhere the home has the second hand stuff from the owners primary home. This place has all top notch stuff - from the cooking (stove, cookware, etc) and cleaning (dishwasher,etc), wifi, bedding, towels, comfortable furniture, everything. There are 2 enclosed porches (1st and 2nd story) that have windows to the view the lake/bay. It almost feels like you are on a boat and looking out from the porch (even from inside the house making the sunsets and sunrises are gorgeous. Between 1st story porch and living area there is a fireplace that is open to both sides. Super nice, Super easy to start and takes the chill off when needing it in Sept/Oct. And for mediation there is like a widows peak on the 3rd floor to look our over the surrounding area. Even a electric piano on the second story porch. Was close to beautiful walks, hikes, restaurants/shops in Burlington. We would definitely come back. The only 2 things is that the beds are a little short for my sons and I who are 6'2'' plus. and the parking is a little tight as your car is very close to the road and the road is a little scary. But fortunately, since the house is down stairs from the parking and there's a huge wall there, no need to worry about kids or dogs getting near the road once you are down the stairs. can't say enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita L.

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

Reliving summers in Vermont as a child. A celebration of Bob’s 78 birthday remembering good times.

Beautiful, serene, comfortable property. Great kitchen to cook in, great porch for memorable dinners and especially loved the Adirondack chairs on the ledge. The fireplace and the cozy sitting area was perfect for telling all the stories from childhood spent on the beach here. Thank you for sharing this gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

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

Perfect vacation home!

We loved our stay at Pastime! The house was perfect for our family of 5. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay! House is fully equipped with kitchen supplies, bedding, towels, games, and water toys. The house was a perfect spot for some fun on the lake, relaxation, and a comfortable atmosphere for our family getaway. The owners were very pleasant and easy to work with. We would love to stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Family vacation

Stayed here with 4 adults, 1 toddler, and 1 dog for family vacation. We were very happy with our stay. Location was awesome - right on a calm, shallow, sandy beach, and close to Burlington and other local area attractions. Rick was very responsive throughout, and Laurie (local contact) was very helpful during our stay. Would definitely go back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

JOYCE B.

Loved it!!!!

Very nice house. Beach was great. Everything you need for your vacation was available.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Great house great location

Has everything you need including million dollar view
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Great house in a beautiful location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the house. The view is fantastic and we really loved the fireplace, which made the sun room cozy during cool weather. The amenities are all quite decent with plenty of towels and supplies. Very thoughtful!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely spot.

Great location, close to Burlington. Beautiful set-up. Nice house with everything you need. We had great weather too! Nice that we got to use the water toys.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Amazing location on the lake

This home is perfect for a relaxed vacation. It has a sandy beach for the kids and easy access for kayaks and paddle boards. The sunsets are beautiful from the enclosed porch. The owners have though of everything for your comfort and convenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

beautiful

;; Pastime is a lovely, modern, well equipped home with spectacular views of the lake from 2 porch levels. There is a sandy beach and a long expanse of shallow water. The parking was our only challenge because of narrow space and heavy traffic. e
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Fantastic week at this gem of a house

Very impressed with this rental. The owners have spared no expense with decorating their home. The walls were decorated with local artist pictures and sayings that made you feel that you were truly welcome to visit their home. The house was very clean. The towels supplied were top quality. They also supplied beach umbrella's, chairs, coolers, etc for using on the beach. The views of the water were just so breathtaking. We loved watching the sun set each night. The full time residents surrounding the house were very pleasant and their caretaker, Laurie was so personable. I will highly recommend this home to my friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Beautiful home great location!

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful lakefront home. Furnishings are tasteful and everything was clean and well appointed. The house is truly fully equipped-including nice sheets & towels, coffee filters, salt & pepper and more! It's a nice quick ride into downtown Burlington for shopping and dining. We loved the kayaking during the daytime and firepit at night! We would definitely return on our next trip to visit the Burlington area!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY T.

Pastime

The house is well appointed and everything is new. The view is beautiful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenni N.

Best Family Vacation Yet!

We spent a week at this beautiful lake home. Our favorite features were the large sun porch overlooking the lake and the gourmet kitchen. We ate on the sun porch every night, played board games out there with the kids, and retreated there when the mosquitoes came out late at night. It is a nice location--only a few minutes from Burlington and close to the bike path. The owners and property manager were very accommodating. I would recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway on Lake Champlain.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean C., Massachusetts

Lovely, comfortable house in a peaceful location!

The house was if anything, better than the pictures! Very comfortable rooms, all amenities; loved the gourmet kitchen and had every meal on the 3-season porch overlooking the water. The decor was delightful, a major cut above most of our previous rental experiences - felt like staying in a friend's home rather than a rental. We took advantage of the kayaks and the nearby bike path. Plenty of space for 6 adults.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Heaven on earth!

This is a perfect spot to vacation in Mallots Bay on Lake Champlain! The home feels welcoming and inviting! The owners are so fun and provided everything we needed! The home is equipped with all high end essentials, especially the kitchen. It is filled with gorgeous antiques and beautifully decorated! We loved our stay here as it was heaven on earth!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

Lovely place, better than the Photos!

This is our third "HomeAway" rental, and it did not disappoint! Place was basically brand new, a beautiful high end kitchen, fantastic gas fireplace and fantastic water views where ever you where. Place was clean and caretaker was wonderful making sure we had everything and got our keys. Owner was easy to work with and coordinate the agreement. We were to early to take advantage of the water, but swimming and boating would be great in the summer. Very close to Burlington, one of our favorite little big cities! Highly recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., Denver

Exactly as it looked...

The house was exactly as it appeared online. It was beautiful! It was too cold for any water sports, but we enjoyed sitting outside along the house wall and watching the sunsets. The kitchen was fully equipped. The coffee pot was a keurig and took those coffee pods. So if you're traveling from far and won't have time to hit the grocery before your first morning, I would bring a couple pods for your coffee.

About the host

Hosted by Richard MacDonald

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Much like Ben & Jerry, the owners all moved to Burlington in the late 1970's. The four owners (two couples, Rich and Jacque, Rick and Madeleine) came to Burlington to attend the University of Vermont for undergrad and graduate work. We then met our future spouses there, all while enjoying the great Burlington/UVM student experience, and living on a shoestring. Distant cousins Rich and Madeleine connected there and our foursome were our only local family. Although the years and different jobs have taken us geographically far away, Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains have always felt like home to us all. We welcome you and hope that you enjoy our house. Our friend Laurie who lives nearby and manages the property for us will take good care of you.

Why they chose this property

Waterfront properties on Malletts Bay do not become available very often, so when the chance arose to reconnect on the Pastime property, we were all in accord to go for it. 'Renovations' became a 'rebuild,' to 'new build' through record-breaking flooding and even a hurricane! But it has all been worthwhile when we sit out sipping wine at sunset enjoying the lake and the mountains while connecting with friends and family! Priceless!

What makes this property unique

The original Pastime cottage was located in a wonderful central setting with panoramic views along the eastern shore of the bay, but it was in disrepair, leading to renovation and, eventually, to the necessity of total reconstruction to modern standards. The owners have put much energy and thought into the design and setup of the house, and we all have fallen in love with its charming rooms and pleasant spaces, especially the lovely gourmet kitchen and the enclosed porches that give the feeling of practically being on the beach. We already have many wonderful shared memories of our experiences at Pastime, including a very special wedding on the beach in the summer of 2012. The sunsets on the lake are spectacular and worth the trip at any time of year.

Languages:

English