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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Private kitchen
Dining
Dining
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7159.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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North Hero, VT
  • Place, Alburg Dunes State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Vermont
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Church Street Marketplace
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 4.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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
Property # 2278903vb

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Hero

Located in North Hero, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Grand Isle Art Works and St. Albans Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Saint Anne's Shrine and Hyde Log Cabin. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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North Hero, VT

What's nearby

  • Alburg Dunes State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 45 min drive - 75.5 km
  • University of Vermont - 50 min drive - 74.3 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 55 min drive - 73.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 56 min drive - 77.9 km

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
  • ‪Steamship Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kanuk Kamp - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pier Bar At North Hero House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Carry Bay - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Champlain Islands and within 3 mi (5 km) of Alburg Dunes State Park and North Hero State Park. Knight Island State Park and Saint Anne's Shrine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Harold P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We arrived later in the evening to a cold home and no hot water on a cold Vermont night. The service was great, and was fixed that night. The home is spacious and comfortable. Amazing views of the lake. Beds comfortable. The one shower which is functioning needs some attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Conrad W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The manager of this property is called Vacasa. After the non-refundable payment was made in full and all requirements for leasing completed, Vacasa would not provide check-in information. Vacasa kept sending messages to click on an unknown website which required the submission of sensitive, personal information. Every time I heard from the Vacasa property manager it was from someone with a new and different name. No one at Vacasa would acknowledge that VRBO already had all of my sensitive information required for leasing. Vacasa never did provide check-in information and the reservation could not be completed. The vacation stay NEVER HAPPENNED!! Thankfully VRBO assisted in obtaining a full refund. The experience was a nightmare.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean home. Great to see the light switches labeled!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Very nice!

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Catherine A.

Stay at its kismet

We enjoyed our stay, slow mornings, views of the lake, and the indoor and outdoor ability to have a fire was cozy!

10/10 Excellent

Aidan M.

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

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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jon S.

Beautiful cabin!

The cabin had everything we needed! It was spacious and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daria B.

It's Kismet

My partner, our dog, and I truly enjoyed our stay at the Kismet! The view was absolutely unbeatable, and the home was both lovely and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley D.

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

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

Lee S., Groton

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

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

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

May2-4, 2025

property management and cascade were amazing.home is beautiful and has potential however it needs an overhaul. it has water damage around windows, deck furniture had green mold, dirty windows. shower leaked and upstairs shower didn’t work. vasca was attentive and addressed our concerns. we had a lovely time and enjoyed the views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Larry V.

Fishing Week at Kismet on Lake Champlain

Kismet was quite nice and was in a very good location for those who want to fish and enjoy Lake Champlain. Close to boat launches, gas, and a convenience store. House is comfortable and has great views of the Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William M.

Very nice place

Everything

8/10 Good

gregoirelemire@aol.com

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

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

David B.

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

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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Samuel W.

Its kismet

Very nice cabin feel. The upstairs loft and bedroom was great and very unique. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kyle H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Winter

Exactly as described
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauri C.

Nice family setting

The master bedroom is amazing! Lots of hot water. The door number code was a little dodgy but the staff at vacasa assisted right away. Cleaning staff was nice and gracious to follow up and make sure we got in okay. There are large loud dogs next door but they only bark when their owner gets home from work in the late afternoon. Great cabin getaway!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Penny G.

Cute place

Overall a nice place, but the lock on the door is a pain and is difficult to work. Had to call for help every time we needed to get back in. The inside is lovely. However, the outside is in major need of a power washing. Door is filthy and we were swarmed by mosquitos while fighting with the lock. The wall with all the windows that faces the lake is leaking badly. We were there during rainstorm. The wall was very wet around bottom of all the lower windows, even had a puddle on the sill. The lawn was not mowed. Grass was up to my knees and couldn't really enjoy the lovely yard. This home has great potential, but really needs a thorough cleaning and leaks need to be repaired.

8/10 Good

Samuel & Amy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David D.

The view is beautiful, and the location very quiet. There is a wonderful deck looking towards the...

The view is beautiful, and the location very quiet. There is a wonderful deck looking towards the lake. We also were happy with the air conditioners to keep it cool on the inside. We were surprised at the 2 broken chairs on the back deck, and that there was no shower connected in the in the main bathroom just a tub, upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry V.

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

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

6/10 Okay

Kelsey D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Decent

Decent property- wasn’t great for young kids, can’t access the water for swimming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Margot B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Vacasa of Vermont

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