Cottage in Charlotte, VT
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
Pine - Waterfront Cabin on Private Island in Lake Champlain
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Pine - Waterfront Cabin on Private Island in Lake Champlain
Stay on a private island in Lake Champlain!
Accessible only by boat, Garden Island is a 30-acre private island offering a rare and peaceful Vermont escape. Pine sits just steps from the shoreline, with its screened porch overlooking the water only about 30 feet away, close enough to hear the gentle waves from your morning coffee.
Guests enjoy full access to the island’s sandy beach, open meadow, and wooded walking trails. Spend your days kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, or taking the paddleboat out with the kids. All non-motorized lake equipment is included in your stay. Swim from the dock, relax in a hammock, or gather for sunset views along the shore. With no cars on the island, the setting is calm, natural, and intentionally unplugged.
Pine features classic knotty-pine walls and ceilings throughout, creating a warm, traditional Vermont lake-cabin feel. The spacious living and dining area centers around a fireplace, with large, comfortable chairs perfect for evenings indoors after a day on the water. The large screened porch offers front-row lake views and generous seating for meals, board games, or simply enjoying the breeze off Converse Bay.
This three-bedroom home (all bedrooms located upstairs) includes one full bath and accommodates up to seven guests, making it ideal for families who want to be right on the water.
Explore The Area
Garden Island is perfectly situated in Charlotte, Vermont. While many guests come for the secluded setting, there is plenty to explore nearby. Visit Shelburne Farms, tour Shelburne Museum, or hike at Mt. Philo State Park. Enjoy a farm-to-table night out at Philo Ridge Farm and local craft beer at Weird Window Brewing. Just 25 minutes away, Burlington offers shopping on Church Street, waterfront dining, and the University of Vermont campus. On your way back, stop at Shelburne Market Place or the Old Brick Store for groceries and coffee. There is so much more to discover in this beautiful area.
Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.Wifi/Internet: Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in your cabin and throughout the grounds.Transportation to the Island
Guests are transported by a complimentary ferry service between 8:30 AM and 7 PM. After-hours ferry service is available for a $10 / trip gratuity (paid directly to the ferry operator). An island staff member is on site 24/7. Upon arrival, staff can assist with luggage and guide you to your cabin.Parking: Free parking is located on the mainland in the dirt lot near the green barn that says ‘Garden Island.’Good Neighbor Policy
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
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.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
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.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Pine - Waterfront Cabin on Private Island in Lake Champlain
Stay on a private island in Lake Champlain!
Accessible only by boat, Garden Island is a 30-acre private island offering a rare and peaceful Vermont escape. Pine sits just steps from the shoreline, with its screened porch overlooking the water only about 30 feet away, close enough to hear the gentle waves from your morning coffee.
Guests enjoy full access to the island’s sandy beach, open meadow, and wooded walking trails. Spend your days kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, or taking the paddleboat out with the kids. All non-motorized lake equipment is included in your stay. Swim from the dock, relax in a hammock, or gather for sunset views along the shore. With no cars on the island, the setting is calm, natural, and intentionally unplugged.
Pine features classic knotty-pine walls and ceilings throughout, creating a warm, traditional Vermont lake-cabin feel. The spacious living and dining area centers around a fireplace, with large, comfortable chairs perfect for evenings indoors after a day on the water. The large screened porch offers front-row lake views and generous seating for meals, board games, or simply enjoying the breeze off Converse Bay.
This three-bedroom home (all bedrooms located upstairs) includes one full bath and accommodates up to seven guests, making it ideal for families who want to be right on the water.
Explore The Area
Garden Island is perfectly situated in Charlotte, Vermont. While many guests come for the secluded setting, there is plenty to explore nearby. Visit Shelburne Farms, tour Shelburne Museum, or hike at Mt. Philo State Park. Enjoy a farm-to-table night out at Philo Ridge Farm and local craft beer at Weird Window Brewing. Just 25 minutes away, Burlington offers shopping on Church Street, waterfront dining, and the University of Vermont campus. On your way back, stop at Shelburne Market Place or the Old Brick Store for groceries and coffee. There is so much more to discover in this beautiful area.
Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.Wifi/Internet: Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in your cabin and throughout the grounds.Transportation to the Island
Guests are transported by a complimentary ferry service between 8:30 AM and 7 PM. After-hours ferry service is available for a $10 / trip gratuity (paid directly to the ferry operator). An island staff member is on site 24/7. Upon arrival, staff can assist with luggage and guide you to your cabin.Parking: Free parking is located on the mainland in the dirt lot near the green barn that says ‘Garden Island.’Good Neighbor Policy
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
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.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
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.
Amenities at Classic lakefront cabin w/ screened-in porch & mountain views - dogs-friendly
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Sofa bed
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Charlotte, VT
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2024
A simple, low-tech, relaxing experience, surrounded by incredible beauty.
Gather your multi-generational family for fun lake days, surrounded on all sides by mountain views.
Larger families can rent the main house and multiple cabins, all close enough to each other yet offering some individual space. Many of the cabins are 1890's and you can just imagine the generations of families who made memories here.
The screened in porches have big tables for endless games & puzzles after a full day of beach play, kayak/canoe and sailing adventures. Sunset is magnificent from the water! Life jackets, beach loungers and umbrellas are provided. Bring your own beach towels. There is a shared washer and dryer available for your use at the caregivers cabin.
Bring some enclosed hiking shoes (& bug spray...you are in nature) and traverse the whole island. Find the historic Lookout Tower and keep an eye out for eagles and ospreys.
Grill something yummy on the charcoal grills (charcoal is provided) and gather the whole family together for a waterside dinner on the lawn picnic tables. Bring the ingredients for making S'mores at the beach rock firepit.
The on-site staff are super helpful & welcoming. It is a 3 minute ride back to your car with the always-available little ferry boat. Civilization with grocery stores etc. is only 25 miles away in Burlington.
For off-island adventures explore the Shelburne museum (It's huge and your ticket gives you two days of access.) The littles will love the Shelburne Farm (free). Adults will enjoy the hike from the Farm out to the historic Inn and back. (4miles round trip through the forest, along the water and meadows.) Make it a morning or evening thing so you can partake in their farm-to-table breakfast or dinner. It's beautiful. (Reservations are necessary.)
For families, big and small, looking to get back to simpler times and stunning surroundings, this is your spot.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2023
This cabin reminded me of the VT camps of my childhood. Simple, low-tech, and amazingly relaxing. Our family played endless games, read books every morning, and completed many puzzles on the screened-in porch. The shared beach with kayaks and sunfish, made for fun days in the water. If you are looking for a rustic and beautiful VT lake experience, this is it. No frills, just natural beauty.
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Sep 2022
The property itself, along with the staff were fantastic! The island has great trails, and our dog had a blast. Getting to and from the island is pretty smooth - ferry drivers were usually ready in a couple minutes time.
Couple things to note - the check-in information we received was a little sparse relative to other stays via VRBO. If you're used to getting an access code, you won't for this property. And teh driving directions, while good once you've got your bearings, are not great for first getting there. Inside the cabin there was information with an address that worked for GPS - this would have been a huge help with initial navigation to the ferry area.
Second, WIFI is around 10mbps - good for checking email, but if you have kids or want to stream something you might find this limiting.
Beyond the want for a bit clearer communication from the company, things were great. The Cabin is as pictured or nicer, and the staff were super friendly. Would gladly go again for a longer stay.
6.0 / 10.0Average·Sep 2023
location, views, history !
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9.4Outstanding
(8 Ratings)
"A simple, low-tech, relaxing experience, surrounded by incredible beauty.
Gather your multi-generational family for fun lake days, surrounded on all sides by mountain views.
Larger families can ren..."
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