Calming Lakefront Home on Island Pond - Boaters & Snowmobiliers Dream - Island Pond

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Brighton, VT

Brighton State Park

4 min walk

Lake Willoughby

39 min drive

Mount Pisgah

41 min drive

Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County)

51 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 upstairs

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2 Upstairs

1 Double Bed

Master (1st Fl)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Calming Lakefront Home on Island Pond - Boaters & Snowmobiliers Dream

Immaculate 4 season home on the lakefront of Island Pond. This 3 bedroom house with lake views, is the perfect vacation rental for snowmobilers, bikers, atvs, boaters or just someone looking to relax . The 1st floor master has a queen size bed and two upstairs bedrooms each have full size beds. Full kitchen and two bathrooms. House has a beautiful 4 season sun room overlooking the gorgeous lake front. Right off the VAST trail and only steps away from the boat launch. Downtown is 2 miles away where there are shops, dining, fuel and great summer concerts. Kingdom trails is about a 20 minute drive and Jay Peak is about a 50 minute drive.

Amenities

Washer

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Absoultely no pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking anywhere on property

No outside shoes allowed in home

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

Brighton

Brighton is home to this holiday home. Fairbanks Museum of Natural Science and Bread & Puppet Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Stone House Museum and Haskell Free Library and Opera House. Quechee Gorge Mini Golf and Fiddleheads A Great North Woods Shoppe are also worth visiting.

Brighton, VT

What's nearby

Brighton State Park - 4 min walk
Seymour Lake - 17 min drive
Lake Willoughby - 39 min drive
Mount Pisgah - 41 min drive
Burke Mountain Ski Area - 41 min drive

Getting around

Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Common Sense the Yellow Deli - ‬4 min drive
‪Common Sense Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪K.T. Ray's on the Pond - ‬4 min drive
‪Hobo's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Jesse's Little Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Calming Lakefront Home on Island Pond - Boaters & Snowmobiliers Dream pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Calming Lakefront Home on Island Pond - Boaters & Snowmobiliers Dream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Calming Lakefront Home on Island Pond - Boaters & Snowmobiliers Dream?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Calming Lakefront Home on Island Pond - Boaters & Snowmobiliers Dream located?

Situated in Brighton, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Brighton State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Seymour Lake and Seymour Lake. Echo Lake and Sentinel Rock State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Maria P.

9 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location but…

The house is in an excellent location and is clean and smells great. We did have a bit of a hiccup as we wanted to use our boat while there and did not realize until after that the owners keep their boat on the dock. They were really great about it though and moved their boat for the weekend we were there which was great. They were very responsive when messaging as well which was nice. The only thing we did not like is that we never really felt like we could be comfortable. We have rented other properties like VRBO before and it was sort of like renting a hotel the only difference was that you needed to put the dishes in the dish washer. This house although country decorated and clean had a lot of personal items present so it was more like staying at a family members house rather than a rental property. We did not care for this. There was food in the fridge and personal items in the bathrooms. It was not a good feeling. For those of you who don’t mind this sort of thing I am sure it would be great. For us it was extremely uncomfortable. We also felt that given the cleaning fee that was assessed we should not be expected to leave the property as we found it. There was more than one note regarding this. If I am on vacation the last thing I want to do is have to clean a place before I leave. To clarify I do not mind putting any dirty dishes in the dishwasher and I would not mind putting a load of towels in the washing machine, but I definitely do not want to have to wait for any of these to complete their cycle so I can put them away. Because of the fact that we were local we ended up showering at our apartment so we did not use the towels and in the end vacated the house a night early. It is unfortunate that we did not feel comfortable using the property given the price per night plus the cleaning fees etc. Being right on the lake is very nice. It is pretty shallow on this part of the lake but it is really lovely to sit and have a fire. Bring bug spray though as the mosquitoes are horrible.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbie D.

14 Feb 2022

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

Snowmobiling

Perfect location for an awesome snowmobiling trip. Thank you for sharing your home.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

3 Feb 2022

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

Perfect spot for snowmobiling home base

House is on the trails and was clean with nice space. The parking and outside space made it easy to maneuver and turn around trailers. Commutation was great and the house had all that our family needed. This house is worth the price.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

3 Oct 2021

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

Great property

This location was perfect and the house was exactly what we were hoping for a nice relaxing weekend. There was plenty of space, it was very private, and the screened in porch was where we spent most of our time. It rained the entire time we were there and we still had a great time! We are hoping to return again next summer!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 July 2021

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

Nice peaceful setting

The only thing I would add to this property to make it a truly 5 star rated getaway is a decent hot tub on a slight extension to the already well designed deck area. They could definitely receive an increase in fees for this. Very friendly people in town and at all the local restaurants and good food…!! Nice to see individuals investing in their community. Very nice!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Puanani P.

3 July 2021

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

Gem in the northeast kingdom

My husband and I spent 2 nights with his parents at The Akers home. It is such a beautiful place with a fantastic host. Alyssa was very responsive to my questions. The weather wasn’t ideal however we lucked out with no rain until the evenings allowing us to get out on the lake to paddle board and kayak. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the pots, pans, and utensils we needed to make breakfast and dinner. The Weber grill has a griddle that worked great for grilling fish. There’s not much options for dinning out or grocery shopping in the area but we knew that going in and we’re able to plan accordingly. We highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a beautiful home with lake access and all the amenities to have a comfortable vacation. We hope to go again in the near future.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

12 Mar 2021

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

Exceptional Property!

Great property for winter activitites in Island Pond. Extreamly clean well appointed close to town.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Mar 2021

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

Perfect location for a snowmobile getaway

Very pleased with location and house. We had privacy and home was clean and cozy. Thank you for allowing us to stay and enjoy. Looking forward to another trip. Loved the porch view. We did find returnables that were left here. Over all excellent review.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

16 Feb 2021

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

Good home for snowmobiling

Snowmobile trailer parking was good and direct trail access was easy. The home had all we needed including a good size mud room for putting on / taking off outside gear. We would definitely request to stay at this home again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca F., Richmond, VT

5 Feb 2021

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

Beautiful lake house

We stayed here with our 3 children in the winter. The rooms were all good sizes, the lake view was beautiful. The house was a little hard to find because it is a private road and hadn't been plowed yet, so we couldn't tell exactly where the driveway was at first. Luckily we got there while it was still light out and could figure it out. We would love to go back someday!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

sheri m.

7 Sept 2020

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

Awesome, Peaceful getaway!!

It took us a while to travel up to this region but well worth it!! So peaceful and perfect! First morning we saw a Bald Eagle which a neighbor said there were 2 in a nest in a nearby tree!! Amazing. The house was perfect - clean and comfortable, kitchen/grille great to have full meals. Outdoor area perfect too!! The best was the back porch that could be screened or glass sliders...so no bugs but air with the screens and when it got chilly you just close the slider doors!! Excellent to play games around a table with kids. Friendly neighbors but privacy as well. The lake was nice to paddle around on as well. Thanks so much for sharing your house!! Our best VRBO experience yet!! - The Martinelli's

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

13 Aug 2020

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

Quiet, clean, serene

The house is clean, comfortable, and well stocked. The screened in porch, deck, dock, raft, kayaks, and paddle boards were all put to good use and enjoyed immensely. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

15 Mar 2020

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

Holiday weekend Snowmobiling trip!

Property is exceptional, well appointed, and the location is exactly what we were looking for!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

KAREN T.

2 Sept 2019

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

Island Pond getaway

Had a great time in a great location.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

18 Mar 2019

Great property on the lake for our family to enjoy snowmobiling. House is well kept, And Clean!

Location was exceptional for our snowmobiling weekend. Plenty of parking for the trailer and vehicles. House is well kept, clean, and the owners were a pleasure to deal with. We will certainly return for other vacations with family. The Whitty’s

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

11 Feb 2019

Snowmobiling capitol of vermont

Clean, quiet, comfortable, great location to access snowmobile trails. Great sunrise when it’s not snowing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy G., Morrisville vt

20 Aug 2018

Great location, perfect house!

The house had everything you could need located on the water, beautiful view, quiet neighbors. We loved our stay.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

26 Mar 2018

Hidden Jewel

This is 2nd time we stayed at this property. Home is great, homeowners are very accessible and a pleasure to deal with. 5 stars

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Your host

We are a Vermont family of four who loves what the Northeast Kingdom has to offer. We have been in this area for over 15 years and can't imagine spending our free time anywhere else. We own and operate an automotive service facility and towing & recovery business in Vermont and enjoy the quietness of the Kingdom to get away from the daily hustle and bustle.

Why they chose this property

This property is the ideal Northeast Kingdom getaway. If you love the outdoors and what is has to offer, this is the place. What other place can you snowmobile, ski/snowboard, ice skate, snowshoe in the winter time to swimming, boating, hiking, fishing and hunting. It's got something for everybody. We hope you check out what Island Pond has to offer and what better way than to stay on the lake.

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