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Year-Round: Amazing Sunrises, 150ft Shore, Private Boat Launch/Dock, Hot Fishing

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alburg, VT
  • Lake Champlain Islands
    1 min walk
  • Devyns Creemee Stand
    2 min drive
  • Rouses Point Station
    15 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    51 min drive

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About the area

Alburg

When you stay at this vacation home in Alburg, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Islands. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Missisquoi Bay.

What's nearby

  • Lake Champlain Islands - 1 min walk
  • Lake Champlain - 1 min walk
  • Missisquoi Bay - 9 min drive
  • Venise-en-Quebec Beach - 19 min drive
  • Parc Safari - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 15 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪My-T-Fine II - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Links on The Lake - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Alburg Country Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar Chez Diane - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Alburg Rod And Gun Club - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Year-Round: Amazing Sunrises, 150ft Shore, Private Boat Launch/Dock, Hot Fishing

Phenomenal sunrises at this nature-rich lakefront home on Lake Champlain with five bedrooms (King, Queen, two rooms with 2x Twins in each, and one with a twin over full bunk), two full bathrooms, kitchen with full-sized appliances (fridge/stove/dish washer/microwave), full-sized washer/dryer, Wifi, three season porch facing the lake, 2 decks (1x attached to home and one on the waterfront), grill, attached garage, 150ft of private shoreline, and a dock.

This home was recently converted from a single-family home to a full-time resort. The amenities and decor give it a unique, nautically-themed ambiance in the summer and a cozy, winter wonderland feel in the winter.

Summer Amenities: Private boat launch, dock, 2 Kayaks, 2 Stand-Up Paddle Boards, life jackets, and inflatables for swimming.

Conveniently located just off route 78 between Swanton and Alburgh, Vermont, this home is situated on a bay between two bridges sheltering swimmers, paddle boards, and kayaks from winds and high waves.

The area's only sand beach is also just a block from the house.

For anglers, the Bass/Walleye/Northern Pike bite is the best on the lake.

Guests have easy access to Hog Island Market (5 min) for fishing licenses, bait and tackle, beer and wine, and other convenience store items.

Pontoon and fishing boat rentals are also close by at Campbell's Bay Campground (4 miles).

The Alburgh Recreational park and rail trail entrance is just a block south of the home where guests can hike or ride bikes on the 5-mile nature trail.

In addition, the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge is 1.5 miles away, and the area's most popular ice cream stand is one mile away.

For those looking for additional adventures, the Canadian border crossing is 3 miles to the north where guests can easily travel 10 min into Quebec for a delicious French dinner.

Here is a rundown of additional restaurants and places of interest nearby:

To the West:
- Alburgh (~5 miles miles)
> Dollar General/On the Run Gas Station and Quickstop

- Lake Champlain Islands Dining (all about a 10-13 mile beautiful drive southwest through islands):
> North Hero House
> Hero's Welcome
> Ruthcliffe Lodge
> McKees Island Pub and Pizza
> Blue Paddle
> Tikki Bar

To the East:
- Swanton (~8 miles)
> House of Pizza
> Shaggy's Snack Bar (famous fries!)
> Hannafords, Dollar General, Aubuchan and Ace Hardware
> McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, multiple gas stations/quick stops

- St Albans (~15 miles)
> Pie in the Sky (pizza, hot sandwiches)
> Mimmo's Italian
> Twiggs Gastropub (drink specials/live entertainment)
> Jeff's Main Seafood
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Josie Henry

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outdoor only please

Location highlights

  • On the bay
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Year-Round: Amazing Sunrises, 150ft Shore, Private Boat Launch/Dock, Hot Fishing Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Wonderful spacious house with incredible lakeside views! Another amazing weekend full of fun times and new memories! Thank you so much for the easiest rental! Will definitely recommend and consider for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Views!!!
We had an amazing stay. The views from this home are absolutely incredible. The host was fantastic to work with and she made sure we knew where everything was by leaving little directions around the house. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this experience and cannot wait to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim b.

Liked: Cleanliness
fishing vacation
Four older guys pulling 2 bass boats stayed for 6 days fishing bass in Lake Champlain. The location is excellent for us, close to some prime fishing areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We love Vermont, however this property wasn’t as great as the pictures show.
Unfortunately the night before our arrival, there was a storm which left the property without power or water. The owners were fantastic and did everything they could to remedy the situation and it was all set by that evening. My low rating reflects the cleanliness of the property. Inside and out there were issues. Cobwebs in every corner inside. All around indoor cleanliness was not as it should be. Broken or unusable screens on the sunporch and a lot of overgrowth on the property not allowing use of the side deck. The stairs going down to the water also had weeds growing through the stairs and around the base of the stairs. Not a clear path without overgrowth to the shore. The house was very unkept and it desperate need of upkeep. We did enjoy our stay and the owners were lovely, however expectations should be tempered for future renters.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot and home
We had an amazing week, the property is fantastic and the owners were so easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun.
Josie was amazing and checked on us. Husband worked on deck when it rained. Well stocked and great common areas in house. Best part, the outside accomodations; lots of green space, deck overlooking water and water front. Closed in porch and outdoor area were great for little humans and dogs! Going back next year! Thank you Josie!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent, great family accommodations, clean, great location, very nice host, looking forward to another trip there
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Great location for 6 fishermen. Host was a pleasure to deal with. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing
Great place to stay for fishing, good access to boat ramps, very large house- I would stay there again
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Martha
Awesome stay, great views and fishing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Great property in an ideal location. Went on our trip loaded up to ice fish but Mother Nature had other plans. Lack of safe ice made us slow down, relax, and thoroughly enjoy some down time. Kitchen was big enough and had everything we needed to cook some great meals. There was more than enough room for us to play some board games, watch TV, or catch some winks, never not having space. Looking forward to going back during the summer or fall and taking even more advantage of the space and location. Great Host too.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

CONFIDENTIAL J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
House is tidy and great with the rooms and amenities. Very welcoming and warm environment. Has no snow, but still enjoyed stay as we had a lake front, yard, and lots of entertainment in the house. Host is very welcoming and supportive, great neighborhood, nature, clean air!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This gem of a property is perfect for any time of the year and all ages! So much to do and see. Or for relaxation right on the lake. There are pontoon boats for rent right down the road. We even went to Montreal one day and toured the city! The owner was fabulous and communication was easy. You won’t be disappointed when you book here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Champi Fishing
Six (old) bass fishermen, pulling 3 bass boats spent 6 days. The location is excellent for fishing the northern part of the lake, the accommodations are great. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t Ask for More
We’ve rented Josie’s properties a couple of times. The houses have exceeded listing/expectations. Couldn’t imagine a better host. 10/10. Will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family vacation
This was a great spot for our family, including 2 young kids. We loved the easy lake access and enjoyed sitting out on the porch. There was plenty of space for us all. And it’s an easy drive into Swanton to pick up any forgotten essentials. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
couples fishing trip
Great place ideal for our needs for fishing. State launch less then a half mile away. Close to town for groceries and gas stations nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Woody S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
The house was great! Location was good 10-15 mins to everything you need. Josie was a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
We had a pretty wet weekend in Alburgh but we all still had a great time at the house. Everyone had plenty of room to spread out, there were six adults and 2 toddlers. We had everything we needed and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away home
Loved this place. Comfortable and relaxing. Everyone had a great time plan on coming back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayme R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Weekend!
We stayed for a weekend with 3 kids and a dog and had a blast! The house was incredibly clean and gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
All in All A nice Stay with Nice Veiws
older house could use updated bedding
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cozy
We enjoyed our weekend at Josie's. Unfortunately, the temperatures dropped way below 0 degrees, as we had hoped to ski and walk the dog more in the great location on the lake, but we thoroughly enjoyed the house and our family time together cozy inside. Great facilities and I would love to use the place again maybe in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023