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Sunset Cabin on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Roomy, Rustic, Waterfront - Family Fun!

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Property grounds
Beach
Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Georgia, VT
  • St. Albans Bay Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. Albans Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. Albans Historical Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunset Cabin on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Roomy, Rustic, Waterfront - Family Fun!

Great, large, rustic 2,000sf waterfront cottage (all but lake room built in 1910) includes four bedrooms, 1 full and two half baths, a very large lake/sun room on the water, fieldstone fireplace, plenty of land for privacy (almost 1/2 acre), private road, great fishing, dock, water sports, and sunsets.

Heated with forced hot air propane furnace (or fully functional fieldstone fireplace :0)) for chilly nights. Summer amenities include rowboat, three kayaks, paddle board, pedalboat, canoe, and a couple boogie boards with plenty of life jackets and water shoes. Boat ramp, dock, two fire pits, and almost a half acre of land for privacy and some lawn games. Fast WiFi (50 mps), 40” Smart/Roku TV (no cable - just internet), ping pong table and other games for indoor times. Great place to relax, have fun or both.

First floor is all on one level making it easy access for those who have trouble walking (but fairly narrow doorways make moving in a wheelchair challenging). Not even one step up to enter. Two bedrooms on the first floor - one with a queen, one with a double bed.

Second floor is a converted attic with drop down attic stairs and has two bedrooms with a small half bath/wash closet, new flooring and a total of three twin beds per room. AC units upstairs if things get too hot.

It is an older, rustic cabin on the lake. It's not a sparkling clean condo in the city. That said while it's not perfect and has some uneven floors and other imperfections, it's a great, big place with a newly drilled well, some new windows, new floors in many rooms, some new ceilings, updated bathrooms, paint, new roof, furnace, etc. and plenty of space for two families.

One of the last places at the end of a dirt road wide enough for one car with cow/horse pasture across the street. Enough parking for at least six vehicles. Well-behaved dog(s) okay (no animals allowed on furniture please. If they’re prone to go on furniture they wouldn’t be allowed - sorry).

To answer a common question... Water levels and swimmability (is that a word?) vary. May and June the water is normally high (no beach). Great for puting in smaller boats via the ramp (ramp is too steep for largers boats but convenient launch just down the bay) - nice but cold water. Late June the water starts to warm up and swimming is great. July is normally ideal - usually still not much of a beach but warmer water. Beginning of August is also normally good but things will start to get more weedy and towards the end of August water levels will drop making it more difficult to put a boat in using the ramp (marina with access down the street) exposing a rocky beach, and by the end of August and into September weeds are prevalent which would require putting on life jackets and going into deeper water to avoid them.

We provide all paper products, bed linens and bath towels. We also live 25 minutes away and are available for any questions, etc.

About 30 minutes to Burlington, VT, 90 minutes from Montreal, 40 minutes from Smugglers Notch Resort and 15 minutes from St Albans, VT shopping.

NOTE: We have a supply of disinfectant and everything will be thoroughly cleaned/disinfected between guests.

Property manager

Property Manager/Owner

Languages

English, French, Italian

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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: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Take Care - Retaining wall with 5' drop
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well-behaved Dogs okay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please see house rules, etc. on refrigerator and please leave cabin in condition you found it

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Albans

Located in St. Albans, this cottage is on the waterfront. St. Albans Historical Museum and Milton Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arrowhead Golf Course and Ladds Landing Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Georgia, VT

What's nearby

  • St. Albans Bay Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • St. Albans Bay - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • St. Albans Historical Museum - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kamp Kill Kare State Park - 16 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Lake Champlain Islands - 56 min drive - 56.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Albans Station - 10 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mill River Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Traveled Cup - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Cabin on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Roomy, Rustic, Waterfront - Family Fun! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Cabin on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Roomy, Rustic, Waterfront - Family Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Cabin on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Roomy, Rustic, Waterfront - Family Fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Cabin on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Roomy, Rustic, Waterfront - Family Fun! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Albans Bay Park, St. Albans Bay and Peter & Frances Mallett Municipal Recreational Area. Northwestern Partners in Hope and Recovery and Taylor Park 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. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Rustic

Awesome place to stay & fish. Host was very responsive to any messages & we had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim lucier L.

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

Great getaway

Great place to relax with family sit by the fire watch beautiful sunsets we love it
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim lucier L.

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

Great place

We had good time it was just what i wanted peaceful and fun we hated to leave .we will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice J.

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

Beautiful cabin with amazing sunsets!

We always try to find a place off the beaten path a bit, and this cabin was absolutely perfect! The cabin was exactly what we were looking for, and we couldn’t have had a better stay. The cabin is equipped with everything you need, and we enjoyed utilizing the kayaks, paddle boards, and floats. This is a great lakeside cabin for family fun! Sean, the host, is extremely responsive, and he checked in to make sure everything was ok! We would love to come back in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Pleasant and Peaceful

We enjoyed our week at this cozy, rustic house, with an amazing sun room with views of the sunset. Communication with the owner was terrific.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Lori S.

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

Family friendly fun

This is an old camp on a nice bay in Lake Champlain. Plenty of water toys for the kids, lots of bunk space for them. The room overlooking the water is really lovely! As it says in the listing, this is not a pristine rental property. The rustic log cabin element of it is pretty cool. Renovations have been ongoing and the house is a little unfinished in places or needing a bit of care. That said, we were very comfortable with four kids running around it and a dog. The location is private and quiet. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Monica K., Southport NC

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

Rustic cabin

This cabin is very rustic as described in the listing. The lake was beautiful and the cabin is conveniently located close to Burlington, VT and Montreal. A couple of things could be improved. A dock and covered outside porch or deck. I would also recommend a window unit ac for the hot summer months.The owner was very responsive and available for any issues .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael s.

Long weekend

A very nice cozy cottage. The place has charm, but could use a few updates. The beds were comfortable and the home had everything you needed. The owner was very easy to work with and was available if you needed him. I would add that the home could use some updates, bathroom on the second floor, secured steps to the second floor and the house keeper should be more detailed as we had no shortage of cobwebs throughout the house. Though the hose had two bathrooms a second shower would of been helpful. Overall I would stay here again as I did enjoy my time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Warren P.

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

Great Sunsets

I had a great time at the Sunset Cabin with My Family. Sean was a great host and was there when i showed up early on Saturday and showed me around to let me know of all the amenities the cabin had. My family and i enjoyed the sunsets directly from the back room. It was plenty spacious enough for all 10 of us. Upstairs was spacious enough for all my kids and they had a great time being together upstairs. Stairs up questionable but i had no issues going up and down with the kids all week. Close to any store in St Albans but far enough away that it still felt like a retreat. All in all i would give the cabin a great get away experience and i can't wait to book again next year. Thank you Sean for lending us your cabin for a week!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

William J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A disappointment

Although there are some good things about this place, like the large lot right on the lake, the good fishing, the three bathrooms, the large sunny front room, and the responsive owner who came and did some extra cleaning when we asked him, I was over all disappointed. The place has suffered from significant neglect. Most of the outside wood steps are rotting, the patio furniture is dirty, the weeds are everywhere, and worst of all, the boat ramp has lots of loose stones and gravel so that it is dangerous. Two of us had falls there. Inside, though the bathrooms and linens were clean, the place had a musty smell and is in need of significant deep cleaning .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Dallas

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

Beautiful Sunsets

The house was exactly what expected cozy and comfortable. The outside was wonderful. We could build a fire and watch the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Great location onnwater

Sean was an excellent host and prepped the house before our stay. It’s definitely rustic and an older lake house but we knew that with the listing and everything worked out great. We even got to use the fireplace which was nice for this fall visit. It’s right on the water and surrounded by farmland.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Beautiful Charming Lake house

This house was just as it is described in the listing. In person it is so much better. I loved the original log walls, it really added to the rustic charm of the house. The lake room is a great room for seeing the beautiful views of the lake. My children and I enjoyed kayaking on the lake. I very much enjoyed the serene views of the lake and farm land. This house is in a beautiful location and the perfect spot to unwind, relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Rustic lake house in excellent location

It was a great location right on the lake. We enjoyed sitting in the lake room and listening to the waves outside. It was a good home base to explore northern VT
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

dave s.

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

Very nice place, quiet, and beautiful scenery.

The listing was spot on, exactly what we were looking for. The host was communicative and very informative. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

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

What a Simplistic Beauty!

This place is exactly what I had in mind, in fact I told Sean & Marie after reading the reviews prior to booking it, I particularly liked the very few negative reviews of it not being glamorous or perfect! Simplistic beauty is the best description I could come up with! If you are looking for comfort, serenity, tranquility, and a place to rest your head after soaking in the beauty, this is the place! If you are looking for a mental escape from the noise, an escape from a busy schedule, or just a place to get lost in your thoughts, this is it folks! I brought prepared meals that I only had to warm up, a bottle of red, coffee, bottled water and it was perfect! I did not want to leave... which means I will be back. Thank you Sean & Maria for such a beautiful getaway! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

End of June 2021

Have never left a review before for anything. Not usually my thing. This time, though, I thought Sean deserved one. Things went smoothly, despite our share of logistical issues. He's pleasant, obviously cares, and you can trust him. Beautiful place. Easy to find, Easy to get in and out. Gorgeous sunsets. We particulalry liked the kayaking directly from the property, and the firepits at night. My brother, the cook, approved of the kitchen. And my senior mother got around well despite mobility issues. Space in the common rooms, and enough nooks for privacy when needed. On the other hand, it got pretty hot with no a/c in the downstairs bedrooms. And many bugs in windows -- but nothing unexpected. I certainly recommend the property and would return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic, Beautiful and Private Setting With Nice Amenities

From the cow pasture view in the front yard to the water/mountain view from the rear of the house, it would be hard to find a more beautiful and serene setting. The cottage is very private and quite rustic. Our children aged 6, 11, and 14 enjoyed playing ping pong in the lake room, using the multiple watercraft made available, fishing (even though they didn't catch anything), and looking at the cows. The water was a good depth and temperature for them to swim, but we did encounter some weed/algae growth that made swimming a little less appealing. Towards the end of our stay there was a cyanobacteria bloom which prevented swimming on those days and is something to keep an eye out for when visiting the Lake Champlain area. The cottage accommodated our family of 5 sufficiently and was "clean enough". It is very rustic (as advertised) so if you're looking for something sparkling and pristine, it probably isn't for you. There were a lot of spiders, cobwebs and dead bugs in the window sills. The owner was very responsive and quick to address our concerns about the spiders. It would be good if there were more frequent power washings and/or cleaning of the windows, though I imagine it's tough to battle bugs around a house that is literally 10 feet from a lake. While the setting was very private and quiet, it was a very short ride to the waterfront park in St. Albans. Burlington, Stowe, Smugglers Notch, and Bolton's Potholes were all easily accessible for daytrips. All in all we really enjoyed our stay, and the setting was perfect for relaxing by the firepit and watching the sunset over the water after each day's adventures.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Great place on the lake!

We had a wonderful week with our grown family at this treasure of a lake house! The house and grounds are roomy, well equipped, comfortable, and with a lovely view! Communication with the owner was outstanding! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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

Great Fishing Weekend!

My father, son and I were looking for a place to have a guys' fishing weekend. We couldn't have had a better experience. Sean, the owner, was a great communicator and took all of the stress out of the check-in and out process. We caught a few fish and had a great time! I'm looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Peaceful, idyllic getaway

We loved our stay here. The cabin was spacious but cozy. The waterfront views were gorgeous. The kitchen was well stocked and the bathrooms all worked fine. The cabin is about a 30 minute drive from Burlington too. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane J., Northfield

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

Relaxing

We had a nice relaxing weekend. The cabin was everything we expected. The host was very helpful. We definitely would book this cabin again, we also seen a beautiful sunset. Thank you Sean 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

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

Beautiful Views!

Spectacular views from this property. Pe
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Little bit of paradise

We felt comfortable as soon as we arrived. It's truly a beautiful spot and the sunsets are unreal. The communication with the owner was excellent. All the amenities noted in the add were provided and working. I felt the property was exactly as promised and our family had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Rustic with beautiful views

The cottage is both rustic and charming. The location is great and the views can’t be beat. My grandkids loved “sleeping in the attic” -it’s very spacious and the a/c worked great up there! There were 6 single beds to choose from up there and they were very comfortable! Sean was a great host, always available if we had a question! We all loved the ping pong table and the sun filled family room that it’s in that overlooks the lake-literally! There are games and puzzles that the kids also loved! Close to downtown St. Albans and easy to get to the interstate to head to Burlington!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Property Manager/Owner

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I'm a Husband, Dad, Radio Station GM, part-time remodeler who is also a part-time Pastor (the suggestion box says 'tell the potential traveler about yourseflf to build trust... not sure if the pastor thing helps or hurts ;0)). I'm originally from Massachusetts but met a girl from Montreal and we settled in Vermont. I moved to Vermont in 1998, have been married since then and have two teen daughters (good girls - really! :0)). We also have a standard poodle named Gracie, a pet rabbit and some chickens (we are vegetarians so the chickens are safe with us :0))...

Why they chose this property

As I described me the most recent title added was Part-Time Remodeler. We bought this place because it was a great location but it needed A LOT of work (still not perfect) and it was something we could afford (although the remodleing costs... well... nevermind...)

What makes this property unique

The sunsets are the best. We even had someone stay at the cabin who got an incredible pic of the Northern Lights - from outside our place (pic from guest was too small to add). No guarantees of that of course, but there's nothing like sunsets on the water... And the fishing is great too (see my profile pic :0))

Languages:

English, French, Italian