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Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi

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TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
North Hero, VT
  • Lake Champlain Islands
    1 min walk
  • Papa Petes Snack bar
    15 min walk
  • Rouses Point Station
    22 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    57 min drive

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Lakefront Cottage: Amazing Mountain Views Directly on Lake Champlain

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10 Jan - 11 Jan
Lakefront Cottage: Amazing Mountain Views Directly on Lake Champlain

About the area

North Hero

When you stay at this vacation home in North Hero, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Islands. .This vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Alburg Dunes State Park and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from North Hero State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Champlain Islands - 1 min walk
  • Lake Champlain - 1 min walk
  • North Hero State Park - 8 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock - 46 min drive
  • Parc Safari - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 22 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Heroes Grill and Tiki Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Ruthcliffe Lodge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Links on The Lake - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kraemer & Kin - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hall Home Place - ‬17 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.

Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi

It's Kismet

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Beautifully crafted in 2007, this lakefront gem is just the place to let your worries slip away. This home sits on an acre-and-a-half lot that boasts 240 feet of lake frontage that will be ideal for fishing and swimming come summer. When you come up from the beach, an outdoor shower awaits to rinse off sandy toes and suits! Inside, you will find an airy and open layout featuring high cathedral ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows facing the water, rustic wood paneling, and a wood stove to cozy up beside after a full day of adventure. When everyone works up an appetite, the full kitchen is equipped with Corian countertops, oak cabinets, modern appliances, a spacious island, and a double sink to make any recipe a breeze. Relaxation won't be hard to come by either with a hammock, newer deck, comfortably furnished living areas, and the south-facing sunroom. Not to mention, the main bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom complete with a deep jetted tub to soak in each night.

The slow island lifestyle is the main draw in this area, as bonfires, boating, biking, and swimming are all great ways to use each day. When you need to grab a few necessities, the local market is less than a mile south to stock up on groceries. Not to mention, state parks and scenic drives to the other islands and cities nearby will be great for venturing out and experiencing the beautiful landscape this area is known for.

THINGS TO KNOW
Snowbird-friendly

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Dock details:

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacasa of Vermont

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1719 sq ft (160 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

50012

Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!
The place was perfect! I highly recommend anyone looking for a nice accommodation, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

D A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fee Fee Point Kismet
The house had all the basic necessities. If you have a large senior clientele it would behoove you to add some touches. None of the living room furniture was comfortable.There were no chairs in the bedrooms, no bars in the shower ( there was plenty of mold.) There were cob webs everywhere. The grass was tall and wasnt mowed until the afternoon before leaving. The kitchen was nice and the beds were comfortable. no chairs in the bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Cynthia R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Attention to detail
The cabin is dark, old, and worn. there has been little to no upkeep. The grass and weeds are overgrown. There has been ZERO landscaping done to make property appealing. It looks old and abandon. Entry into the home was quick and easy. Code was long but it worked on first try. The cabin smelt stale and musty like no one had used the home in awhile. There are portable air conditioners in every room but none where on and we arrived on an 80 degree day. Once inside and using the home it became clear to me and my family that this cabin was not clean. The cabinets in the bathroom were covered in grime. There was pee stains dripping down the side of the toilet. In the downstairs bathroom there are cracks in the wall covered in tape and the stand up shower is covered in black mold. Kitchen cabinets felt sticky with thick grime. The drawer under the stove was filled with crumbs. Anything I planned to use I had to wash thoroughly before using. The fridge was also dirty. The dust and cobwebs collected on ceiling light fixtures and ceiling fans through the home was so thick. Not only was cabin dirty but there is no beach access. It is a marsh covered lake front view. The advertised Jetted tub does not work. Kids were disappointed. I would suggest if you have an eye for detai, I would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Abbie P.

Nice house but NO BEACH ACESS
The house was beautiful and super cozy! The only issues we had inside was with the air conditioner in one of the bedrooms and the bath jets wouldn’t work. In terms of outside we were super disappointed. There is absolutely no beach whatsoever and the dock to get into the lake was half submerged in water so we weren’t able to actually get in the lake- we had to go to a nearby state park. The grass looked like it was just moved so grass stuck all over our feet and made a mess. The outside furniture was covered in mowed grass. The grill was almost out of gas. Overall it’s a nice place but the listing needs to be updated as it is definitely not accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim A.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ryan W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Broken, Filthy and Unresponsive
We have stayed at many rentals and this is one of the worst ever. The house is really more of a cabin, that has not had even minimal maintenance. Broken windows, Missing blinds, Mold in the bathroom, dirt and dust absolutely everywhere. The upper blinds are non-functional, And in the afternoon, the sun beats in so badly that the house temperature soared into the upper 90s; Making it uninhabitable in the afternoons. Note this is a Vacasa property, and we submitted tickets thru them and VRBO. After several calls and messages, we did not receive even a single response. It’s rare that I would ever leave a review and certainly not an unfairly negative one, However, this needs to be said for the benefit of other vacationers. DO NOT RENT THIS PLACE!!! Really it should be taken off the market until substantial repairs and cleanings can be performed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Cabin
We had a wonderful stay for our family trip! Perfectly located on the lake with beautiful windows of the view. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Robert E., Essex, Connecticut, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin for our purposes -just a couple suggestions
This is a “lived-in” rustic log cabin and was perfect for our group of fishermen. Hanging out in the great room in the evenings was ideal. Just two suggestions -the can opener is missing a gear and the back up manual can opener is bent and bends too easily to function. We also look forward to evenings at the fire pit, but the lawn was uncut 1 to 2 feet tall -a mess and made using the fire pit and waterfront impossible.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle H.

Winter
Exactly as described
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S., Groton

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm clean great stay
Very nice my family with one infant stayed very warm the heated floors were very warm! Passed mother in laws approval 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love
We had a great time here me and my family loved it! House was gorgeous plenty to do! We went skiing and snowmobiling and so many great restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aidan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
One of best parts about the house was the heated flooring on the ground floor. It was a warm and cozy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Samuel & Amy W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Its kismet
Nice cabin by the lake. Overall it met our needs . A bit secluded & distant from stores & restaurants. Cleaning needs improvement
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sally C.

Great location
The location was great for our purposes. House was nice other than the main floor bathroom. Was not in good condition. The shower leaked everywhere including into the nearby bedroom. Desperately needs an upgrade in that area. Upstairs bedroom was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Margot B.

Family getaway
The house is very spacious, comfortable, well equipped, beautiful location, great views of the water. Cons: Main floor bathroom need to be updated, the shower needs to be replaced. Dock needs to be fixed, it was submerged & unusable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole H., Albany, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacasa stay in North Hero - June 2023
The positives: really cool house and we just loved the master bedroom and bathroom. The soaking tub was an amazing treat! The property was quite large and our dogs had a blast. Slight negatives: the grill and dishwasher doesn’t work. The outdoor umbrella on the picnic table was broken too. These aren’t dealbreakers and we adjusted our plans. However, it would have been helpful to be given a heads up ahead of time that way we can prepare. Bring plastic utensils, paper plates etc. - the closest market was a decent drive away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

gregoirelemire@aol.com

Quiet spot
Location was nice and quiet. Disappointing that the dock and kayaks were not out yet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Fishing on Lake Champlain
Had a great week at “It’s Kismet” on North Hero.. spring fishing on Lake Champlain. The house was in a great location, close to three boat launches, right on the Auberg Passage. “It’s Kismet” was just as described… worked out very well for our four fishermen. We will definitely consider renting this property again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
The house was beautiful on the inside and was closer to the water then we expected. Located on a nice private road, just don’t accidentally drive past the house to the end because you will be greatest by an angry women who clearly doesn’t like “renters”. The house was very well stocked with everything you should need. The living room furniture could use some updating and the shower/jet tub in the master didn’t work but the beautiful bed and view made up for it. Don’t plan to grill anything because the grill has one working burner.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Sharad S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location but poorly managed
We liked the location for this cabin. However, it wasn’t cleaned thoroughly .. deck had some sticky stuff from previous stays. Grill doesn’t work. Wood stove is just a show piece. Upon complaining to the owner, they mentioned that they will send some one to clean but never arrived. Neighbors dogs could be annoying as they were barking at us whenever we were out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful cabin on the water, great views
10 out of ten, my only suggestion is a house number marker at end of the driveway. super nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in North Hero! The house was unique and well stocked of necessities - toiletries, linens, dish and hand soap, detergent, etc. The lake views were beautiful. Many locally owned shops and restaurants 10-30 minutes away to choose from. The neighborhood is very quiet. The only negatives I can think of is that there’s only one shower, and that bathroom needs some work (caulk is discolored, old water damage on the wall). Like someone else mentioned, the large jetted tub can only be filled 6-8” or so. Otherwise, it was perfect! We loved our vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Bruce G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kismet stat
House was in a great location, quiet and secluded. Tried several times to contact owner/managers of the property regarding dock and ability to moor a fishing boat. Never received a response. This was offset somewhat by beautiful sunsets and cozy interior.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

brian m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin with great views
Nice place. Accurate listing. Great views of lake. Comfortable house with all you’d need. And a big library of VHS tapes!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Linda G.

Kismet
The king sized tree bed with twinkle lights! Sunsets in the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021