Title: Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=91135&destination=Colchester%2C+Vermont%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=97094750&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat ## Photo gallery for Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels - Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97100000/97094800/97094750/51485d67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sport court - Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97100000/97094800/97094750/c3bb75bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97100000/97094800/97094750/8d2fd539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97100000/97094800/97094750/754e7c0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97100000/97094800/97094750/b8f2cca9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking and bicycling at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat Discover VT's charm and natural beauty. Our cottage is perched on the tranquil shores of Lake Champlain - in a uniquely shallow and sand bottomed beach. It offers an idyllic retreat, easy access to the vibrant city of Burlington with its great restaurants, micro-breweries, concerts, and highly ranked colleges like UVM, Champlain College, and St. Michaels College. In the fall, immerse yourself in the stunning fall foliage, revel in the lakeside serenity, and enjoy a quintessential VT hideaway. And in the spring, enjoy the crisp fresh air and pristine clear water coming from the white capped green mountains. This charming cottage boasts three cozy bedrooms, making it ideal for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a remote work retreat. Wake up to the breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and walk down the path to a hidden gem sandy beach that goes for hundreds of yards, in a unique shallow area of the lake - perfect for children of all ages! While in the fall, the Adirondacks and Green Mountains offer the unparalleled colors of fall foliage. In the spring, sit on the porch and discover the freshness of the crisp Vermont air and the serene sounds of Lake Champlain. Our 3 bedroom cottage is well appointed for remote work as well as a family retreat. Primary bedroom boasts a queen size bed, the second bedroom sleeps up to 4 children (or adults) on 2 bunk beds. At the 3rd bedroom has a queen size futon that also serves as a private office with standup desk, extra monitors, web camera, and a docking station - paired with the High-speed WiFi through the cottage - it provides for high performance remote work. The third bedroom also provides access to washer and dryer. The cottage features a full kitchen with all the essentials to whip up both quick and elaborate meals - and the whole family can seat on the high chairs and enjoy a family dinner, sit at the porch to see and hear the lake while you enjoy dinner, or go outside and have a meal at the picnic table. Besides the full size refrigerator, there is also a beverage fridge to keep all your micro-brews cold. Unwind in the comfortable living area, it has a comfortable couch and chairs to hang out and play family games or just relax in a cool air conditioned space after a long day under the sun. In the living room there is also a second work desk, allowing for multiple people to work remote. The high-speed WiFi supports both workstations to be on Zoom/streaming while multiple other device stream videos and movies. The bathroom is small but functional with everything you need and the shower has consistent hot water. The porch has plenty of seating space for the family to sit and enjoy the views and breeze from the lake. Also on the porch, there is a table for the family to have a meal in the shade but still enjoy the sunny days and crisp Vermont air. The yard provides a space to lounge and soak the sun and for kids to run around and play. It includes a grill and a picnic table for outdoor dining. In the shed, you will find beach chairs, floaties, coolers, surfboards, paddleboards (convertible to kayak), bicycles, and miscellaneous toys, frisbees, and balls. Everything you need to feel right at home at our private beach and make the most of your time in our cottage. Step out onto our private shared sandy beach and savor lakefront living. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply lounging by the water's edge. Or walk/ride to the trail and explore the causeway and the bike path all the way to Burlington and beyond. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Cabin, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3008000/3007904/177a581d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sterling Ridge Resort Jeffersonville - Pool - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 103 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=3007904&PinnedHotelID=3007904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20100000/20090600/20090516/0bb1b6f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Causeway Bike Path steps away with Water access and Kayaks. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located on a lake, this cottage is in Malletts Bay, a neighborhood in Colchester. Sunset Drive-In Theater and Burlington Boathouse are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Colchester Pond Natural Area and Indian Brook Park. Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. 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Airport (BTV) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - Dunkin' 5 min drive - Olde Northender Pub 13 min drive - Scout & Company 13 min drive - Saigon Kitchen 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat? ### Where is Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Idyllic Lakeside Beach Cottage Family Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin B. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Everything we needed was available, and even some nice bonus items. Great variety of kitchen and cooking supplies. Great items for kids, toys and books and activities. Great location, an easy, livable cottage. ##### Kevin B. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer T. May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Cute beach cottage, great location Loved this little beach cottage. Fully stocked with everything you could need. Great location. We were there for UVM graduation and it was 15 min away from just about everywhere we wanted to be! Beds were really comfy. Only thing is the bathroom and shower are tiny - so if you are a larger human, this might be an issue. Otherwise loved it. ##### Jennifer T. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kelly C. Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy Awesome location for biking the causeway, very bike friendly area. However cabin was not worth 500 a night. Cabin needs a lot of attention. Oven and grill were disguising, yard was a mess and a lot of cleaning needed throughout the cabin. personal ideas left around the house and power strips which seemed like a fire hazard, not sure if the cabin had smoke detectors. It definitely is not a 3 bedroom cabin. ##### Kelly C. 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