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View of the Champlain Valley and Mt Philo from back deck

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Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

North Ferrisburgh, VT

Mt. Philo State Park13 min drive
Charlotte Village Winery16 min drive
Thompsons Point20 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)36 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location to enjoy Vermont's Beautiful Fall display. The home is everything you need and will love for quiet, bea...

Becki J.

Oct 16, 2022

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Master

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Charming Lake Cottage with Spectacular Views, Easy Water Access and Private Dock

Nestle Down Lake House, fully renovated, is located on Long Point, a small community of friendly neighbors and numerous amenities on Lake Champlain. Nearby amenities include a clay tennis court, playground, basketball hoop, and ping pong. The lake house is fully air conditioned and is equipped with kayaks, paddle boards a wood burning fireplace and commercial grade floating dock. Both bathrooms were renovated in 2023. If you’re looking to dine out, Long Point is just a short drive to many local restaurants and points of interest, Starry Night Cafe, Black Sheep Bistro, Shelburne Museum, Charlotte Winery, and Fiddlehead Brewery to name a few. Staying in for a home-cooked meal is easy with an updated kitchen, modern amenities, and grill. Enjoy dinner on the oversized back porch overlooking Lake Champlain. 5 night minimum

Vermont Meals and Rooms Tax Account - MRT-10478750

Property manager

Susan Elderton

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 Ferrisburgh

Located in North Ferrisburgh, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Vergennes Opera House and Bixby Memorial Library are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Rokeby Museum and Vergennes Falls Park. Vermont Teddy Bears and Green River Chocolates are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

North Ferrisburgh, VT

What's nearby

Mt. Philo State Park - 13 min drive
Charlotte Village Winery - 16 min drive
Thompsons Point - 20 min drive
Shelburne Museum - 23 min drive
Shelburne Farms - 26 min drive

Getting around

Burlington Union Station - 43 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Vermont Cookie Love - ‬10 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Basin Harbor - ‬32 min drive
‪Main Scoop - ‬17 min drive
‪Village Cafe and Tavern - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lake Cottage with Spectacular Views, Easy Water Access and Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lake Cottage with Spectacular Views, Easy Water Access and Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lake Cottage with Spectacular Views, Easy Water Access and Private Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lake Cottage with Spectacular Views, Easy Water Access and Private Dock located?

Located in the heart of North Ferrisburgh, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Champlain and within 6 miles (10 km) of Rokeby Museum and Mt. Philo State Park. Charlotte Village Winery and Ferrisburgh Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Becki J.

16 Oct 2022

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

Amazing Location of Peace and Serenity

Perfect Location to enjoy Vermont's Beautiful Fall display. The home is everything you need and will love for quiet, beautiful moments on the lake looking out across at the Fall Extravaganza.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arden D., Darien, CT USA

12 July 2022

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

Nestledown

A charming property with lovely water views! Communication was great and the owner and property manager were very helpful.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Laura C.

25 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

A little rocky at first but fully redeemed!

This spot on Lake Champlain was such an ideal location for friend reunion. Susan was amazing working with us to reschedule from summer of 2020 to this summer. Needless to say we were all very excited. By the afternoon of check-in I hadn't received the access info. I reached out through VRBO messaging and texting, but didn't hear anything as we were passing our 4:00 check-in time. We ended up having to call VRBO which offered to put us up in a hotel, but that would have required us to go back to Burlington. VRBO got a hold of the owner, Steve, and he called and gave us the code at 6 p.m. Relief! Susan also texted to apologize the next day and brought us incredible desserts from the Shelburne Tap House when she came to drop off water for the filtered water cooler. The trip was great but a bit stressful at the beginning. Big shout out to Susan for making it right. We would suggest having just a normal coffee maker. There was a French press and a Keurig with a few pods, but we had purchased just regular coffee through a grocery order prior to arriving. We did buy a crockpot and left it at the property for the next guests.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

mercedes s.

8 Aug 2021

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

Nestle Down

Amazing location in bay excellent for swimming , fishing , paddle boarding , boating. House is clean with everything you need . Enjoyed coffee on the deck and sundowners on the dock Mountain biking close by too . Management and owners wonderful to deal with responsive and helpful Thank you truly relaxing week

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

29 July 2021

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

Beautiful and peaceful

Loved the beauty of the view and the opportunity to spend wonderful time with family. The house was perfect and met all our hopes.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grant M., Fairbanks, Alaska

13 July 2021

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

Family Reunion in Vermont

Lovely house in a protected cove on lake Champlain with a great dock for swimming and sun bathing. We loved the open arrangement of the kitchen, dining and living room areas as well as the deck all with great views of the lake. Our group was at times larger than capacity but there were many hotels /motels nearby to handle the overflow. The Vermont countryside is, off course, stunning, Burlington with U. of Vermont and its waterfront is nearby as is Ben and Jerry's in Waterbury. We also enjoyed visits to Middlebury, where two of us went to college and to friends in Shelburne and Vergennes. Wonderful house in a great location!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

3 July 2021

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

Great week despite the weather!

My family and I had a wonderful week at the cottage. It had everything we needed and was in a nice quiet spot. We spent the first part of the week soaking up the sun, kayaking and paddle boarding. The last part of the week was chilly and rainy, luckily Burlington was just a 30 minute drive away. Would definitely recommend this property!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob H., Pacific Palisades

27 June 2021

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

A very special time.

Our ten day’s stay was memory making. It’s an idyllic spot and a first rate accommodation. Exceeded our expectations. A most gracious host and superb property manager.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen S.

20 Oct 2020

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

Gorgeous views

The property exceeded our expectations. Clean, comfortable and well-stocked. We look forward to returning again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

20 Oct 2020

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

Quiet get-away.

This home is lovely and comfortable and the views of the water are amazing. If you are looking for a relaxing and quiet get-away you will not be disappointed. I would definitely come back in the Fall to enjoy the beauty of the lake and the comforts of a lovely cottage.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

3 Sept 2020

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

Perfect Girls Weekend

My girlfriends and I rented this property to do a little staycation for the weekend and had an absolute blast. The house was adorable, clean, and had every amenity we could have possibly needed. We were greeted with a super cute note and bottle of wine which was such a thoughtful touch. We really enjoyed sitting out on the dock, using the fire pit, and cooking in the large kitchen. We all agreed that we would come back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

29 Aug 2020

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great trip. This is an amazing property in a quiet neighborhood. Kitchen and grill allowed us to cook great meals. The deck is amazing. I wanted to use the SUP or kayak but with only two of us there I didn’t think we would be able to get it out of the water. The dock is great, but a floating one so would have been a tough out. Highly recommend Nestle Down if you are looking for a quiet place to relax and socially distance!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jane and chris m.

18 Aug 2020

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

A beautiful rental

The house and views were amazing! Very clean with great decor. My family of six, thoroughly enjoyed everything the house had to offer, paddle boards, kayaks, fire pit, and the fishing was off the charts from the dock. Great place to stay if your looking for a lake house. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

6 Aug 2020

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

Perfect serenity

Gorgeous view of the lake. Very clean home and great place to relax with your family. It was mice having paddle boards and kayaks available for use. Quiet area. I can’t say enough great things about our experience. Thank you, Susan!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy S.

3 Aug 2020

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

Perfect family 9-nights at Nestle Down

We (family of 4 - kids 11 & 8) had a perfect experience at this clean & stylishly and fully equipped vacation home. The pics were nice but the in-person experience was even better. We experienced beautiful sunrises from the patio and amazing sunsets from the 2 kayaks made available to us. Quiet community & quintessential VT experience. Really cannot speak more favorably about the owners or this property.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin M.

6 July 2020

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

Wonderful lake front home

We loved our stay at Nestle Down. The pictures really do not do it justice. The lake view from all parts of the house is beautiful. We loved the paddle boards and kayaks.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

2 July 2020

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

Wonderful Retreat on the Lake

Our family stayed for 6 days. The house is clean and comfortable with everything we needed. We spent a lot of time at the lake (great dock) and used the provided paddle boards. The views are amazing! We will definitely visit again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eve T.

22 Aug 2019

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

Relaxing stay!

The house was perfect for our family oF four. Plenty of beds to go around, our kids bed hopped every night. The kitchen is nice and the the views from the deck were amazing. Lovely surroundings, in a very special neighborhood.

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

19 Aug 2019

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

Great Lake House

Really nice house, great lake access with an amazing floating dock. Really enjoyed and would come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S., Philadelphia, PA

13 Aug 2019

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

great place for fishing, swimming, biking

This is a nice house in a quiet community with plenty of space for one or two families. The kitchen has everything you would need, and the owners provide kayaks and paddle boards along with life vests to use on the water. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

22 July 2019

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

Amazing property

We had an amazing week staying at Nestledown. Our family of 5 fit comfortably, with plenty more beds on the second floor for a larger crowd. The house is tucked in on a quiet road on the peninsula, on a truly stunning spot on the lake. The house was comfortable and clean but the best part was swimming and paddle boarding all day and then grilling on the deck at night. This house is truly special. If you're looking for a relaxing and healing spot by the water, this is the place for you. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

24 Oct 2018

Beautiful view, roomy and cozy at the same time.

Beautiful location, perched along and above the waters, looking out at trees changing colors in October. We were too lazy to take advantage of the kayaks but hopefully we'll come back in warmer weather sometime. The inside of the house is in the style of a cozy cabin with all wood floors and walls, but enough room to spread out. We had 6 people and it would have been comfortable with 2 or so more people. They have some games and books to keep you busy. We drove into Burlington one day and over to Shelburne Farms another day. I would definitely recommend staying at this lovely home, in any season!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

4 Oct 2018

Great views, great location!

Nestle Down Lake House was amazing! Beautiful views of the lake and extremely well-kept. Updated interior and even had a fire pit out back for enjoying s'mores by the water at night. Definitely would recommend this property to other families. Couldn't say more good things about our trip!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., Connecticut USA

4 Sept 2018

Fabulous! The views from almost every room; everything updated, yet a cozy, real Vermont cabin.

We were living on the water, with kayaks & paddle board provided. A/C was wonderful and necessary for the warm days. Vintage look, yet everything updated, clean and comfortable. All essentials provided. We just can’t say enough... it was the perfect lake getaway for our gathering. Thanks so much to the owners, and Susan, who answered any questions so promptly. Many memories made this weekend!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018