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Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms

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Summer view of house
Canoeing on the lake.
Camel's Hump Mountain view from house in the fall
View of Camel's Hump from property, winter time
Snow on deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Waterbury Center, VT
  • Place, Cold Hollow Cider Mill
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterbury Center State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, The Cabot Annex Store
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms

BLUE HERON COVE RETREAT
30 acres of wonder, surrounded by reality. Listing includes 2 separate suites that together include 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

Private Lake access with beach, dock, camp sites, etc. Three bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on the lower level of the home and a 1 to 2 bedroom efficiency with full bath on the upper level with a king-sized bed and a queen-sized bed.

It features a convenient galley kitchen with a comfortable living room/dining room with a queen-sized sleeper couch.

The master bedroom has a private bathroom with a California king-sized bed. The second bedroom has a queen-sized bed with a private shower. The third bedroom is a queen-sized bed. There are beautiful views of Camels Hump and the Ricker Mountain Basin and access to a private beach on the Waterbury Lake, an 800+ acre lake, that abuts to 1000's of acres of State Forest. Rental cars and taxis available in the area if you would rather arrive by train or airplane.

We are located within 30 minutes of 4 major ski areas in Vermont, Stowe Mountain Resort, Bolton Valley, Sugarbush, and Mad River. There is a great sledding hill just outside the door, a wood-burning fire pit to gather around (also outside), high-speed internet, cable, and wi-fi.

Guests have exclusive access to the hot tub, pool table, sauna, kitchen, washer/dryer, cable tv. There are also available sleds and snowshoes to use. During the summer the lake is a popular go to place with access to sand beach, canoes, and kayak. Walking paths, horseshoes, and an assortment of outside games.

We live in a separate part of the home and are available to answer questions about the home, the areas, where to go for great food, hiking, biking, breweries, wineries, museums, farmers' markets and special events. If a group doesn't need assistance, after check-in, we disappear but are available by phone for assistance.

We love the privacy, the natural beauty, the great swimming, boating, skiing, biking, hiking that is available at our fingertips. Award winning breweries, wineries, restaurants are within a few miles of this property.

In the winter, in this region, we recommend that our guests have 4-wheel drive vehicles. There is limited public transportation. Taxis are available.

Unique privacy aspect: Guests appreciate that they can stay up all night without disturbing neighbors. Enjoy late night sledding by moonlight and sitting around the fire pit.

Upon request we can provide you with information regarding fishing (including ice-fishing), ice skating, mountain-biking, outdoor concerts and more.

These things make our property truly unique.
All said, it’s as if you were at your own private resort

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterbury Center

Located in Waterbury Center, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Stowe Mountain Resort and Smugglers Notch are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterbury Center State Park and Camel's Hump State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Cabot Annex Store and Vermont Ski Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Waterbury Center, VT

What's nearby

  • Cold Hollow Cider Mill - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waterbury Center State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Green Mountain Club Visitor Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Cabot Annex Store - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ziemke Glass Blowing Studio - 1 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 8 min drive
  • Stowe, VT (MVL-Morrisville-Stowe State) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cold Hollow Cider Mill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition Pig - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Apple Core Luncheonette - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gallus Handcrafted Pasta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms on 30 March 2026 start from NZ$1,197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach on Lake - Five (5) Bedrooms/ Four (4) Bathrooms located?

Located in Waterbury Center, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Cold Hollow Cider Mill and Waterbury Center State Park. Ziemke Glass Blowing Studio and Green Mountain Club Visitor Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 109 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most welcoming hosts. And an incredible home
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts, Eric and Francine, were very welcoming and helpful. Everything in the space was in great shape, and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home, honored to have given the opportunity to stay here. Immaculate scenery and world class hospitality by the hosts made this a weekend we will never forget.
Close to a lake with your own private dock and beach.
Located atop a beautiful hill surrounded by forest and mountains in the distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, private, incredible outdoor spaces. Indoor spaces wonderful too but the outdoor spaces were the best. The weather kept us outside both a the house and beach. Wonderful hosts!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family weekend

The hosts were absolutely lovely. The amenities were awesome and it was close to both the mountain and town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place to stay. Would highly recommend.

We absolutely loved this vacation. We never heard one child say they were bored. It was a perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic family stay

This property hit the highest marks during our family's stay. Absolutely beautiful setting, that is matched by the extremely comfortable and well appointed accommodations. The hosts provide everything you might want for a lovely getaway, and they add their own touch of warm hospitality. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Skiing Stowe

Had a fantastic time.. property is better than shown in the pictures. Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vermont

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular all around experience

Fall colors were on full display in Vermont and this amazing 30 acre homestead provided a perfect 5 night stay for 7 adults. Eric and Francine are gracious hosts who provided the home’s unique history. We all enjoyed the fire pit, hot tub, sauna, pool table, fully equipped kitchen and large dining table and spacious back porch with a view of wild turkeys loitering near the private beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and outstanding hosts

Eric was awesome. Available for anything you need and takes great care of his guests. The house is really cool. Sleeps 10 easily. Very clean beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property amenities

Came up for a family ski week at Stowe and we stayed here as it was a more affordable option than staying in Stowe proper. We loved all the property amenities - hot tub, sauna, snow shoes, sleds, we used it all! The drive to the ski resort wasn’t bad at all. Eric was very communicative and responsive. I usually don’t stay at a place where the owners live on property but they weren’t intrusive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Radha Tereska B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful week

This is our third year staying here. It's the perfect place for us. We spend 90 percent of our time just hanging out. No need to go to town. We plan to continue coming every year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Get-Away

Most enjoyable. The house was perfect and there was a lot to do to keep ourselves occupied. There were tons of games and the short walk to the lake was perfect to keep cool. Eric and Francine were the perfect Host and Hostess. They were very attentive and saw to our every need. We would definitely come again! Tom & Doreen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We arrived at the property and saw half a dozen deer as we drove down the driveway. The view from the property looks down across a lake with mountains in the distance. There were 10 of us and the 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms gave us plenty of room. We made great use of the BBQ, hot tub and pool table. Eric and Francine were amazing hosts who were available when needed but otherwise you wouldn't know they were around at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was our first trip to Vermont and it certainly won't be the last. Our hosts Eric and Francine were warm and welcoming upon our arrival. Eric graciously showed us around the house and we knew immediately we had made the right choice. The house was comfortable and so well appointed. The weather was perfect for all the outdoors activities we wanted to do. The hot tub and sauna were so inviting but the warm summer air kept us from enjoying them. We had access to lots of firewood and a fire every night made for fun conversation. They each offered suggestions for hiking and places to visit, as well as great places to enjoy all that Vermont has to offer in the way of restaurants everywhere. We all spent time paddling on the reservoir in the canoes that were there. Ben and Jerry's is right down the road so this ice cream loving crew were thrilled. A great time was had by all and we traveled home with grateful hearts and a new family chapter filled width memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Lodge for a Vermont Ski Getaway

Eric and Francine's property is beautiful. The house is situated on 30 private acres and looks out over a magical lake. We were lucky enough to receive heavy snowfall on our first night and the grounds became a winter wonderland. Throughout our stay I communicated with Eric who was extremely helpful, kind, and lovely to chat with. It was always easy to reach him by phone or text, though his and Francine's presence weren't known to us unless we needed something. We were encouraged to enjoy ourselves to the fullest and to make use of everything they had to offer: Pool Table, Sauna, Hot Tub, Sledding, Snowshoes, Board Games, etc etc etc., we even built a ski jump on the long hill in the yard and skied down to the lake! Everyone in our group of 9 loved the place and we can't wait to come back! Thanks again and see you soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Carolyn T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Misrepresented property

This is a basement! There is also a studio with a loft above which does not connect to the basement so guests need to go outside to join the group. One bedroom has no egress which made us very uneasy. The owners are nice but footsteps above us were noisy in the morning. The photos of the property show a very large bright home while the reality of the experience is a dark basement. Another helpful bit of information would have been that in lieu of a living space there is a pool table which does not allow for a comfortable gathering space. Thankfully my elderly father was unable to come as he would not have been comfortable with any of this layout. It would be helpful for the owner to redline the area available in photos so guests don't feel duped.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclipse '24 in VT

We drove up to VT to be greeted by 10 inches of snow on Friday, which quickly melted allowing us to sit on the sunny lawn and enjoy the cloudless eclipse on Monday. The property is great, and Francine and Eric make the experience fabulous. They are available to answer any ques or give vacation suggestions. They know the area!! Bedrooms and bathrooms were very nice and comfortable and clean!! We used the desk in loft bedroom as a work space during the day as several of our family were working remotely during our visit. Although I do think it works as an addn bedroom. We did most of our cooking in the bottom level, but it was nice to have addn fridge room upstairs. The kitchen was very well stocked with pots, pans, plates etc. My husband and I stayed upstairs and it wasn't a prob moving between spaces. The walkways were covered and the deck upstairs had a beautiful view of the mountains. In warmer weather that's where I'd be dining. The pool table was fun, and the sauna and hot tub were used several times. We only had one car so it was nice to be able to walk down to the cider mill and grab a bite, or shop. Additionally there are several restaurants nearby and a large grocery store on the way. The property sits on a beautiful reservoir and they have several canoes to help you enjoy it. The Chittendens are excellent hosts, know Vermont, and make your stay very enjoyable. I would recommend this vacation spot without hesitation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blue Heron Cove Retreat:Great Place to see the Autumn leaves

Property is secluded and QUIET, but yet still close to both Stow and Waterbury, minutes away. Property has plenty of activities you would not have to leave. A wonderful and peaceful place. Owners were very pleasant and helpful! They meet you at check-in and give tour of the house and details on the property--Different than any other VRBO, we kept waiting on a door lock code..lol Very nice exterior lighting, we came in at night and the lighting was most helpful. Upper deck is larger than the photo on the posting, and what an amazing added surprise! There is a very nice extra wide and long steps going from the parking area to the lower lawn, but there is no walkway from those steps to the lower entrance, making it a bit of a struggle for our heavy suitcases. There are 5 beds with a 6th being the Hide-A-Bed but not true 5 bedrooms. The posting communicates there are 5 bedrooms, but the upper space, has 2 beds but no privacy, one bed is up a spiral staircase and no door, one in the main area along with kitchenette and bathroom. Lower level dining/living is a 10 seat table and a single couch. There is no area to just "lounge" all together to watch a movie or chitchat. Privacy--The owners live on property, and this is an active property so the owners were out in the yard doing maintenance, it was unfortunate for us some garden work took place by way of a tractor at 8am, and no notice was given. We would stay again, this place is a gem!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location, communications from Eric and Francine, welcome and walk-through from Eric, hot tub, sauna, scenic location, an easy access to Waterbury and Stowe.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend!

We had a family wedding in Waterbury. This place was a few miles from the venue. Wonderful place, beautiful property, friendly and welcoming people! Would definitely stay here again!😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Beautiful View

As stated in rental description, there are 2 suites independent of each other accessible to one another via outside stairs. The rental is clean and the owners are helpful and pleasant. Interior photos may be older, and the interior is actually a bit better than shown. Mattresses are comfy. The downstairs suite (Camels Hump?) has 3 private bedrooms. Two of these bedrooms did not have air conditioning. One, the Lemira room, is a small, interior room, no windows. Few hangers available. Lemira's bathroom is just outside the bedroom door which is not a problem. Water pressure in that bathroom was a bit weak, can't speak for the other bathrooms. The living room isn't super spacious; it has a pool table in it, and a sofa plus a large park bench for seating. Our suggestion would be to replace the park bench with a sofa. Additionally, it is a bit tight to play pool. Nice to have a pool table, but it definitely crowds/overpowers the room. This listing states 5 bathrooms at one point, and just to be clear it is 4 full baths in total, and an outside shower. Plenty of lights and nightlights. No odors. The separate suite upstairs (Mansfield suite?) is an efficiency with 2 NOT-private sleeping areas. The first is a bed in the kitchen. This one did not have AC. There is a full bath and laundry on this level. There is a 2nd bedroom in this apartment, but it is UP A SPIRAL STAIRCASE and does not allow for privacy from the bed in the kitchen. With no door up there, it cannot be closed off from the bed in the kitchen. In addition, the couple staying in the upper bedroom/up the spiral stairs would need to walk through the sleeping area in the kitchen to use the bathroom, so neither area is private for couples. This is where we were quite disappointed that that had not been better spelled out in the description. I hope my review will better prepare future renters. Perhaps the description could be tweaked to help future potential renters, as this was a problem for us. We needed a rental with 5 bedrooms for 5 couples with a door to close. Providing equipment and toys at the lake is a nice touch. The lake is not visible from the retreat when the leaves are on the trees. We went in early Sept. The lake is a short walk away. This Stowe retreat is a peaceful setting located close to many key places to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding celebration retreat

My family stayed here while planning and having our daughters wedding nearby. We had four children under 6 and one was a newborn plus all our adult children and their spouses. Accommodations were more than adequate and my daughter and her family had the studio apartment all to herself and everyone else was in the main stay. There was something for everyone whether it was canoeing, swings, sandbox, hot tub, sauna or swimming at our own private beach. Eric and Francine could not have been better hosts. They were attentive to all our needs and were just really wonderful people. What a great place to bring your family, nothing like it. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Merlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vermont Vacation

Our group really enjoyed the the stay! The owners are very helpful with the property and knowledgeable about things to to do locally! We felt right at here! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Francine or Eric

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We are Eric and Francine Chittenden, and we each grew up in Vermont. Eric is an ancestor of Vermont's 1st Governor, Thomas Chittenden. Francine was born in Quebec, and thus her 1st language is French. We both grew up on dairy farms. We got married in 1973, and founded the Cold Hollow Cider Mill in 1974, which rapidly evolved into one of Vermont's premier 'must-see' attractions. In 1980 we created Governor Tom's restaurant, an immensely popular eatery for 8 years. We sold the cider mill in 2000 to Paul & Gail Brown so that we could fulfill our growing 'bucket lists.' The mill continues to be very successful.

Why they chose this property

Our 30-acre property is one of the most unique getaways in the Stowe / Central Vermont area, affording privacy, waterfront, great sledding hill, easy access to recreation activities; such as, 4 ski areas, hiking, biking, water sports, concerts, theaters, and much, much more.

What makes this property unique

Hot tub, sauna, pool table, high-speed internet, flat-screen cable TV, 4 bathrooms, outside shower, volley ball court, 1.5 mile hiking trail that follows a stream in the woods, use of small boats, private beach, fire pit for camp fire at the beach and close to the house, retreat cabin in the woods by the lake, ample parking & gas grill.

Languages:

English, French

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