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Reviews of Waterfront Home At The End Of An Out Of The Way Dead End Street


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9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Absolutely wonderful place to stay! Excellent communication and accommodations. This house comfortably hosted the 8 of us (4 adults, 4 children). Hoping to return in the summertime to take advantage of the lake and the outdoor area! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lorena P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice!
The house was perfect for our long weekend visit to Newport VT. The view from all the big windows in the living room was stupendous!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Fall lake retreat
Great location, well stocked home with canoe and 2 kayaks ready to use. The vista of the Fall foliage couldn’t have been better. Kitchen had everything you could need including seasonings and even condiments in the fridge. The waterfront yard is completely fenced, AND still comfortable and attractive, amazing for families with young children or dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week on Lake Memphremagog!
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Home away from home"
“Home away from home”...we stayed at this beautiful and fantastic place for the fourth time. We celebrated my parents 60th anniversary with our local relatives. Thank you Dave and Cindy for sharing such an outstanding place. I highly recommend this place for relaxing and be it inside or outside which has the most beautiful view in Newport. Again, thank you Dave and Cindy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family vacation
We had a great time: the location on Lake Memphremagog is perfect for a family vacation, the property was just as described and had all the facilities we needed to take advantage of this great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location and house
We loved the location. The property, town and area are all well maintained. The house had the most comfortable beds. The location was perfect for us. Kids swam, we went for bike rides and even to Canada for lunch one day. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view; relaxing stay
The home is brighter than the pictures show which was nice. The kitchen was very well stocked. The master bed was comfortable. Prompt communication with owner. We enjoyed the kayaks available for use on the lake. The property is located in a quiet neighborhood and is great for walking. Unfortunately the bikes were not in good working condition during our stay but we notified Dave so hopefully this can be rectified for the next renters. Thank you for sharing your home - we enjoyed our time there and in Newport VT.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

BRIGITTE V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great lake access and activities
This property is very well located and offers many awesome components: loaded to the max with towels, sheets, blankets, outdoor and indoor activities, kitchen supplies... you will not miss anything. Impressive. However, it needs a professional deep cleaning. Downstairs is the part of the house that need some attention like having a dehumidifier to remove some dampness, and a nice flooring instead of the short hair carpet would make it less smelly and fresher. It has been the 2nd visit to this place with family members and in general it was great for our needs, just wish the downstairs was more appealing in odor and cleanness. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2023
The downstairs is every bit as clean as the upstairs, there is no AC downstairs, most times it's cool and dry, you just happened to have stayed during record rainfall and flooding, i don't have to tell you that, you saw all the neighbors docks submerged, while mine were the only ones that remained useable.

10/10 Excellent

Walter H., Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness
Another amazing week
This is our 3rd year on the lake and it was a memorable one! Once in a lifetime rain raised the lake level but Dave’s deck stood above it all! Swimming, biking, kayaking, walking, and running to Canada were just some of the highlights. Our grandsons, teens, and adult children all had an amazing time in this wonderful setting. Our owner is very responsive and goes above and beyond to get his house ready to be our home for the week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
The most relaxing family vacation yet! We had plans to go hiking, explore area, etc. but once we settled in we couldnt pry ourselves away from the lake! The house is beautiful and the views are stunning. We would love to come back during other seasons!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Beautiful
We spent a week in this beautiful home visiting family. The house has everything you need was clean and had the most beautiful view of Lake Memphremagog (I took me all week to get the pronunciation right!) The neighbors were very friendly and the whole atmosphere of Newport and Derby was just amazing. The host is very informative on how to use everything on the property. We hope to visit again in the fall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Albert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Newport waterfront
Great spot perfect for a lot of people that can be all together but have alot of options to take a break from each other without leaving the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Had a great time visiting with family that live in this area. Accommodations were good. The area is beautiful on Lake Memphremagog. Sunsets were spectacular. The town of Newport, VT has all of the amenities required for a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental.
Really nice space for our group. A lake house with tons of modern upgrades but still holds some of the old charm too. Would love to see this place during other seasons. Close to Jay, right on a lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place great view
Title says it all. Went up for a weekend trip to Jay peak and it was a quick drive. Decent food in town. Great house. Lakefront view was so sick. Would be nice to go to in the summer as well
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Swim fest
We stayed for a winter swim festival. Dave was very patient with all my questions about the place (I wanted to make sure we could warm up at the place as we were outside the whole day). He helped us with the heating when it went a bit wonky and was really responsive throughout the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 9, 2023
There was nothing wrong with the heat, you had the fireplace on which heats up the living room more than the bedrooms, most people like this, including me, but you guys were swimming in ice water all weekend, the second night i left 2 forms of heat on so it could raise your core temps back up, you said the mini splits were blowing cold air, well they do at 1st, you have to give them a few minutes to heat up.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jay Peak Getaway
Place was awesome and perfect for the group we had. Beds were comfortable and it was a beautiful view of the lake. Fit 4 cars great. The neighbors were friendly too (said hi to us from their four wheeler on the lake). My only wish was that the firepit was cleared out from the snow, but its pretty close to Canada so it was understandable. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a family getaway!
We loved our stay! The location is beautiful - even in Winter! - with amazing views and peace and quiet. Plenty of room for our family getaway and the owner was very communicative. Will definitely try to come back - hopefully in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristal W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view, comfortable stay
Absolutely loved this place! The view of the lake is stunning and being able to look out the massive windows while sitting by the fireplace was so cozy. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen is very well stocked. The backyard is fully fenced in which is perfect for guests bringing their dogs and the walk around the neighborhood is peaceful. Less than 30 min from the Canadian border for those wanting to explore up there for a day. Overall very happy with our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at Dave’s place for the holidays.
My family stayed at Dave’s for Christmas and had a great stay. Place was as described and Dave was very communicative. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Scott L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
WARNING this house is very dirty with worn out furniture
I chose this property to recover after surgery. Everything was very filthy and broken. I should have read the reviews, especially the host's responses. This host and property are why I will stay in a Hotel next time.
Stayed 18 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2022
After leaving my home, initially this guy left all my furniture re-arranged, all my area rugs rolled up and shoved way under the beds, where I needed a broom to be able to pull them out, my large living room rug turned all the way around from the way i had it, most decorations from my shelves taken down and shoved in all kinds of places. He booked the place for 2 people, all of the beds were used, i asked him kindly to let me know exactly how many people stayed there and for how many nights, so i wouldn't have to over charge him, he never responded. Him or one of the persons in his party broke a bear floor lamp. Him, a person in his party, or one of his dogs ripped open a decorative throw pillow with a bear on it. So, I had to keep some of his security deposit, and now he's mad and leaves an obviously bogus review. Thank you Scott, I and my fellow hosts are delighted to know your future stays will be in hotel rooms.

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Relaxing
Super relaxing and beautiful scenic views. Great fishing. Only down side is if the owner is playing for a cleaning service, they need to get another one. Needs a deep cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
The location is at the end of a dead-end right on the water, just as the photos show. The house is warm, quiet and cozy. The kitchen is fully equipped (pots, pans, baking dishes, spices) and it was nice to have both coffee maker and keurig as well as a burr coffee grinder. (Thank you for the pint of half and half waiting in the fridge!) The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of sheets, blankets and pillows. We didn't run out of towels either. Having a washer & dryer is a plus if you are staying for more than a long weekend. Sorting the trash wasn't as big a deal as some have posted. I would have a little more clarity if cardboard means only cardboard, or if it includes paper too (we recycle at home too and wasn't sure if paper/newspaper/leaflets were considered trash?) There were some dust bunnies in some of the corners and those pesky cobwebs on the outside windows, but nothing that isn't expected in a lakeside location. There is a really cool and friendly kitty that comes to visit (he does have an owner just up the street). Having the opportunity to bring our dogs with us was wonderful. The fenced in yard was a huge positive in our books and of course responsible pet owners should always clean up after them. Overall it feels like a cozy home when you walk in and you quickly begin to feel at home here. When the occasion arises again for us to be in the area we would definitely return. Thank you Cindy and Dave.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 7, 2022
I was thinking of putting in a special cat door for Bota the cat, i've been trying to train him to hunt those pesky dust bunnies, who seem to pop out from under beds and couches after your done cleaning and have left, but alas, Bota only seems interested in real bunnies, not the dust variety😁

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
NCUHS Class Reunion
The property was as advertised and in a nice location. No issues with our stay, would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
The views from this property are amazing! The house is cozy and had plenty of room for our group of 6 adults and 1 child. This is our second time visiting this property and we hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding.....Highly suggest!
This was our third year in a row we stayed here...as always, Dave made sure our stay was enjoying and relaxing. My 80 plus old parents truly love this place...the view is so beautiful. We already booked it for next year. Dave, thank you for sharing such a "treasure" with us. Looking forward to August 2023!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing sunsets.
The rental property is at a perfect location. We had some of the most beautiful sunsets I’ve ever seen. We enjoyed kayaking and canoeing and appreciate that the Host made those things available for us. The house was roomy and comfortable. We would recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing family vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Though a little smaller than expected, the house was fantastic. Accommodated all of us comfortably. And the location and views are incredible.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter H., Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Summer Vacation
This is our second year at this property and we had another amazing week with three generations of family. Swimming, kayaking, crayfish hunting, walking, bike riding, farmer's market, the list goes on! The house was a great with everything we needed to have a good time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Beautiful spot on a beautiful lake. Dave was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
We had a great 5 days at David’s house. It was a relaxing place to get away and just enjoy the views of the lake. The house was in excellent shape and everything had proper instruction on how to use things like the TV. Great place to stay and enjoy a quiet getaway in a nice little town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seamus S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome rental!
Beautiful rental right on the water. You can’t beat the view. We went kayaking and canoeing, grilled out on the deck and enjoyed the waterfront views. I would book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Location was perfect, right on the water and close to biking and walking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite with a great view.
This property is a quite and had a really great view!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Perfect location, amazing lake view, well supplied kitchen, nice outdoor amenities, super sheets
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Beautiful view of the Lake. Great accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lakeside Stay for Jay Peak
Awesome view out over the lake to mountains + Canada. Comfortable cabin in striking distance from Jay Peak for fantastic skiing. Nice lofted ceiling living room / dining room / kitchen open plan space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Puranjot K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Get-a-Way
We were so thrilled to find this spot for a girls' weekend and adventure to the Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival. David was super accommodating when we needed to arrive early due to weather. House had everything we could have needed. Would love to visit in the summer and utilize the dock and outside space!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
We had a pleasant stay! The house was clean and had everything you needed. The view of the lake was beautiful!! Kids had a blast on the frozen lake. Great location! Easy ride to Newport and Jay Peak. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ten out of Ten
This was a beautiful home. Very close to downtown Newport, and right on the water. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home, Amazing location
The home is stunning and perfectly located. It will be everything you hope for!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond expectations!
A group of us and our dogs stayed at Dave's lakeside home to go skiing at Jay Peak. The stay at the home itself was one of the highlights of our weekend! Arriving at the property was very easy. The property has ample parking. There is a fenced in yard that's perfect for the pups to romp around in the snow. The view of the frozen lake from the house is spectacular, especially when you're sat cozy by the fireplace! The beds were more comfortable than the ones at our own homes! The kitchen is well stocked with large pots, pans, cutlery etc. Would love to come back in the summertime!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Danielle W., Williamsburg

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, yet dirty
The house is beautiful and is situated in an amazing spot at the end of the road, on the edge of the lake. Absolutely breathtaking views! We also had an easy drive up to Jay Peak each day to enjoy the snow. We also had just about everything we needed during our stay (e.g., linens, dishes, seasonings, paper goods); however, we had some frustrations. 1) There were cobwebs EVERYWHERE...even in the upstairs shower!!! My son suffers from environmental allergies and had to take double antihistamines just so he could breathe clearly. We didn't figure it out until our second day in the house because we first thought it was just the new location. But he felt great everytime we left the house. So beware. (When I mentioned it to the owner, he said he didn't see any dust. But I promise you, there were dust bunnies and cobwebs in every room.) 2) The cookware is terrible. We had to wash ALL of it because it was dirty and greasy. Also, the nonstick coating on the large frying pans was peeling off, which could pose a significant health hazard. (The owner said he was going to remove or replace the damaged pans. ) 3) The other dishes were also dirty so we washed EVERYTHING before we used it. (I think it's just that the dishwasher doesn't work very well.) The small appliances were all very sticky, including the Keurig water tank...I don't think it had ever been washed. 4) All our socks are now stained from the filthy floors. I guess we'll never forget our stay in Newport now...haha. 5) The TV remote control was TERRIBLY sticky and had crumbs or dust or something in the buttons. It was a lot better after we scrubbed it with our cell phone sanitizing wipes, which were literally BROWN afterward...gross. 6) I wish I could attach the picture of the long, black hairs stuck in the back brush in the upstairs shower, too. Yuck. After experiencing the filthiness of the house, we were disappointed to read in the house rules that they charge $20 for each piece of furniture you move, $20 per bag of intermingled recyclables, and $50-75 if you disconnect any of the audio system cables. I feel they should focus more on cleanliness and sanitation for their guests rather than their own personal inconvenience they may experience after guests leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 3, 2022
1. There are no cobwebs anywhere, i thoroughly check the place every time i clean between renters, sure, you'll find dust under the beds, the couch, the fridge, i suggest you stay home in your bubble if you don't want to experience anything worth while. 2. The pans were new as of last year, renters destroy them quick, if i see any dirty dishes or pans, i clean them spotless. 3. All the appliances every time between renters. 4. I vacuum every bit of floor in the entire place every time between renters, spotless, i also mop the kitchen and bathroom floors. 5. Remotes seem sticky now, whatever you cleaned them with melted the plastic... good job. 6. Yes i found some hair in it, such is life, all the new renters will thank you, they will no longer have back brushes. 7. Oh, so you read the house rules and decided you were above following them.

10/10 Excellent

VICKY C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
Home sits right on the lake. Our timing was perfect in that we were able to watch the lake freeze over while viewing bald eagles soaring. Home is well equipped and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
We really enjoyed our stay here. We have been renting vacation homes for about 15 years now and this home was by far the most well-stocked house we have stayed in. We hosted Thanksgiving dinner for my family and there was everything in the kitchen we needed to cook the entire meal, including spices. The rest of the home was well stocked too, for example, plenty of towels, sheets, pillows, and extra blankets if you needed. Dave was a very responsive host. I had a couple of questions and he responded right away. The view is gorgeous! Even though it was past the fall foliage time of year, it was still beautiful to see the lake and the scenery in the distance. I took a picture every morning. We definitely want to come back in the warmer months. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Rhonda H., SUMMERVILLE, SC USA

Pronouncing the lake will be the hardest thing you'll have to do...the rest is an easy lake breeze
A simple 1-5 stars doesn't do a review justice. The hosts, are as thorough in their instructions as they come, so this review needs to do them justice in that same regard. The most important thing to know about this property is that it is utterly amazing! And, as advertised, if not more so. We've stayed in a lot of VRBO properties, but this is at the very top of the list when it comes to being prepared for anything. Between what the hosts provide (grill, tons of dinnerware, cookware, glassware, serving bowls and utensils, paper goods, cards, games, etc) and what thoughtful renters leave behind (spices, condiments, storage containers, etc), you won't find a better stocked kitchen for your every cooking need. And don't let the 'old' appliances fool you...the stove and dishwasher may be dated, but they work great! Sometimes, newer isn't better and that certainly played out with us. The view is stunning, as every renter notes in the guest book. There's no better word. Morning mists enhanced the beauty 10 fold. We were tremendously lucky in our choice of dates, as every day was perfect, October is always beautiful, but rarely do you find two weeks of perfect weather. No rain until the evening before we left. Perfect really...the heavens cried a little right along with us. (We are natives living in the deep south and it was hard leaving 'home'). The house itself it 'beary' cozy (you'll see what I mean). The fireplace was a huge hit, the beds all very comfortable. Fluffier throw pillows on the couches would be nice, but that extra coziness just may interfere with getting out and enjoying the lake. This time of year wasn't conducive to fishing from the dock due to the water level, but can just imagine it would be great. Now, as perfect as all that was, 1 issue was the amount of spiders, mostly outside, but sadly, not all. As to the outside, there are numerous trees, so we can't complain about nature being nature. But the build up of active webs and sticky 'spideryness' on all the windows could be addressed so it's not the 1st thing you notice or deal with, when going out on the decks. Inside, we dealt with it, but didn't like it. Pet friendly is great, but very difficult to take care of their business in long grass. Would have been nice had it been mowed. The lower deck - nice, but too much spidery stuff to deal with, so we didn't. Was hard navigate to/from the firepit as it's very dark. Take care with older guests, it's sloped and slippery in the dew.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2021
I clean the spider crud a few times a year, i waited till after your stay because i was waiting for a cold snap to end bug season. When i clean i leave 0 spider webs or spiders, but spiders can also walk from outside to inside, no stoping mother nature, as i've said before, warning, there are bugs in Vermont. The grass was a bit long because i just planted more grass and it was just starting to come up, so i let it go to give it a chance to root. Funny, one of this years previous renters complained i cut the grass to often, there's no winning that battle.... take a star. :)

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed lake location
As advertised, we enjoyed the lake location and the property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
The views were beautiful and the house had everything we needed. The beds were really comfortable and the location was perfect. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jillian E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, clean lake house
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Overall everything was clean and the location is absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021