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Lake Champlain Great Camp - Rustic Luxury, Sunsets, Lawn, Beach, Amenities!

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Front of The Camp, facing west across Lake Champlain.
View of the Camp at Barney Point from Lake Champlain at dusk...
Bluestone patio from driveway to side sitting deck.
West-facing lawn with Adirondack chairs, dining and fire pit. Fantastic sunsets.
Adirondack chairs with copper firepit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Colchester, VT
  • Church Street Marketplace
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • University of Vermont
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

1st Floor Master

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Bunk Room

+1
1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Twin Room

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

2nd Floor Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Lake Champlain Great Camp - Rustic Luxury, Sunsets, Lawn, Beach, Amenities!

The Camp at Barney Point…the perfect place for family vacations or multi-generational retreats! Outstanding 2,700 sf Lakefront “Adirondack Great Camp”, available seasonally, May to October. Fully heated and air conditioned with 5-zones - one for each bedroom, plus the Great Room. This Camp, or lake house, is an architectural “wow”, reflecting a careful, modern renovation while maintaining its historic, 1920s character. Rustic, yet luxurious. Spacious, but cozy, with many nooks for sitting with a good book, a cup of coffee, or a friend or family member...

The Camp is located at Barney Point on Colchester Point Road, Colchester, VT, on the broad portion of Lake Champlain, with spectacular views to south and west, lake breezes, and picture-perfect sunsets.

The property offers almost an acre of manicured lawns, bluestone walkways, and great landscaping, with two hundred feet of cliff-top lake frontage and panoramic views. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the huge, green, lawn (with pop-up irrigation system) for dining, lounging, croquet, volleyball, ping pong, softball, tag or other games. Sit, read, and relax. Lay in a hammock. Sit back in a comfortable Adirondack chair at the cliff's edge and watch the fun of the season on the water in front of you. What you’ll notice about The Camp at Barney Point is that it offers plenty of space for family time, inside and out of doors - on land and water.

Walk the 2-3 minute meandering path through the woods to the association beach—with amazing southerly views to the most expansive section of Lake Champlain—perfect for lounging or launching kayaks, paddleboards, or other water toys. The lake access here offers clean, shallow water and a sandy bottom—great for kids.

Are you looking for an opportunity while on vacation to actually use the lake instead of just gazing at it?! This vacation destination includes numerous amenities that you'd typically find only at an all-inclusive summer resort. Use The Camp’s guest boat mooring, swim platform, rowboat, paddle boards (4), floats, or kayaks (4). Paddling along the shore to explore the bay, Law Island, and the tip of Colchester Point to the north - or the Winooski River and Burlington Bay to the south - are sure to delight guests of all ages.

Or walk, run or bike the Island Line Trail, a 5-mile scenic wonder, offering access points adjacent to The Camp. This continues north to South Hero, VT when the bike ferry is running, or south to Burlington, another 7.5 miles of scenic beauty! Wonderful Airport Park is just down the road, offering tennis, pickleball, basketball, a historic schoolhouse (hours vary), and running trails - great for adults, kids and pets.

The Camp sleeps 14 - a king bed in the 2nd floor master with direct access to a master bathroom with soaking tub overlooking the lake; 2 twins in a 2nd floor bedroom; 4 twins and a double bed in the 3rd 2nd floor bedroom; a king in the 1st floor bedroom with direct access to the 1st floor bathroom; and 2 twins in the main living area that by day form a seating/lounging area for games and reading.

The Camp offers an amazing kitchen with dishwasher, pantry, gas range, fridge with freezer and ice maker, and utensils/dishes for the largest of gatherings, as well as Silestone bar/seating for 6 in a u-shape. A full W&D is offered on the 2nd floor. The Camp has 2 bathrooms, each with shower. The main en-suite Master bath also has a vintage soaking tub overlooking the lake. There is an outdoor shower as well.

The main floor gathering areas offer ample seating for dining, conversation and games. There is a large, wooden dining table with seating for 10-12. In addition, there is 'living' seating for a large gathering. Views abound from every room, with the screened and outdoor porches and decks offering an extension of the gatherings inside. The Camp offers modern, outdoor composite dining and Adirondack seating. Ample off-road parking is offered, as is a great deal of privacy. Warm up in front of the wood stove, framed by The Camp’s original brick chimney, on those cooler evenings.

The Camp at Barney Point offers more than just a place to stay; the list of inclusions is a true differentiator:

*great mix of comfortable furnishings with American antiques sprinkled throughout
*600 thread count sheets on all beds
*linens and towels included
*starter packs of all vacation home essentials included
*space to park
*views and sunsets you can only dream about
*rowboat
*4 paddleboards
*4 kayaks
*outdoor ping pong table
*huge manicured lawn, big enough for croquet, volleyball and other sports
*bikes
*kid's swings
*ample outdoor seating for 20+
*2 gas grills
*washer & dryer
*gourmet kitchen
*dishwasher
*guest boat mooring
*guest swim platform
*sandy beach
*etc...

You and your family will return again and again to The Camp at Barney Point. It is truly unique and feels "miles away" this close to metropolitan Burlington, Vermont's largest city.

Keywords: Lake Front Adirondack Great Camp, Vacation Rental, Lake House

Property manager

Burton G Willey

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets allowed with owner permission. (Dogs).
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking out of doors only, please.
We regret that this location is not available for catered events, such as weddings or other events calling for tents, 3rd party vendors, etc.
Dogs are allowed with pet fee paid; dogs must be leashed at all times on or about the property and must not detract from peace and quiet of others.
Upon booking, Host reserves right to cancel if determined that anticipated use of the property by Guest falls outside of reasonable use parameters.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Colchester

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Auer Family Boathouse and Ethan Allen Tower are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Church Street Marketplace and North Avenue Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Sunset Drive-In Theater and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Waterfront Park - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • University of Vermont - 16 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burlington Boathouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Splash At The Boathouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Foam Brewers - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shinjuku Station - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Champlain Great Camp - Rustic Luxury, Sunsets, Lawn, Beach, Amenities! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Champlain Great Camp - Rustic Luxury, Sunsets, Lawn, Beach, Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Champlain Great Camp - Rustic Luxury, Sunsets, Lawn, Beach, Amenities!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Champlain Great Camp - Rustic Luxury, Sunsets, Lawn, Beach, Amenities! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Malletts Bay cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Airport Park, Auer Family Boathouse and Sunset Drive-In Theater. Starr Farm Dog Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay c.

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

UVM soccer senior weekend

A majestic peak VT weekend Walks on the causeway, fires, family meals… perfection Barney point is a special place and Burt was incredible- even leaving UVM soccer hats for our guests to join in the fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

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

The perfect getaway

This charming cliffside getaway was the perfect place for our family/friend group. Every little detail was absolutely perfect: beautiful location, lots to do on and near property, wonderful amenities inside and out. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

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

Expectations Exceeded

Our large family had a wonderful experience at The Camp! The house has everything and then some. The detail and functionality of the decor was a daily conversation topic during morning coffee and the kitchen does not lack anything...no, not even a zester. The yard is plenty big for outdoor activities and the shed, oh the shed. I believe I counted 10 bikes. SUP boards, kayaks, pfd's. The shed is chock-full of yard games and anything else you think you might need. We utilized the outdoor fireplace every night, making s'mores and admiring amazing sunsets. By far the best vrbo we've ever stayed at! Thanks to Marilee and Burt for letting us share your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Wonderful Lake Camp

This was the perfect place for friends to meet coming from different states. The house was beautiful and comfortable. The house has so much character and every detail has been included. We really enjoyed sitting in Adirondack chairs looking at the beautiful view of Lake Champlain. The hosts are attentive and respond to questions quickly and are accommodating. Oview of Lake Champlain
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dietacoka

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

Family retreat

Glorious stay, loved the home and amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Beautiful Property

Views of Lake are all around. Best stocked home we have stayed in. Kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, yard games were all top notch. Nearby Causeway Trail is amazing and easy for bike trips to downtown. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Beautiful lakeside stay!!

This house is perfect for a family vacation. Ample outdoor space. Many places to relax and enjoy the view. Large enough for a big family. This place has everything you need and more!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

polly d.

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

Perfect family stay

Probably the best family vacation stay we’ve ever had! Well stocked kitchen! Amazing views, wonderful places for everyone to hang out. Great coffee table for a big family puzzle when it rained. 5 min from grocery store, 3 min from pickleball courts, 3 min from the causeway. Very private and quiet. They had everything! Bikes are in great shape, paddle boards, kayaks, stunning yard. I’d give it 6 stars if I could. A family vacation with memories we will cherish forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Loved our 5th year at Barney Point

Best family vacation house.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

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

Perfect vacation spot! No need to leave the property!

Where to begin! Professionally manicured yard with panoramic views of a scenic and historic stretch of Lake Champlain. A shed full of recreational equipment for the entire family: bicycles, kayaks, SUPs, lawn games... We LOVED the "old time" feel of the well-maintained camp building decorated with collectables, but with all the modern amenities (AC in all the bedrooms)! Multiple gathering options both indoors and outdoors. Lots of natural light, a well appointed kitchen, plenty of towels for the whole family. The property and owners had an overall welcoming feel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

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

Perfect in every way

We rented the Camp for our son’s graduation from UVM. It was everything we wanted and more! Plenty of room for family to come stay, well stocked with everything we needed, a beautiful property, fully equipped for fun, perfect location. Best VRBO property we have ever rented.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith C.

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

An amazing place in an amazing place.

Lovely home home, beautiful surroundings and an attentive and helpful host
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Beautiful Property

The cabin and property were beautiful and well kept. The owners were very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda R.

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

Beautiful property and views

We had such a wonderful time at this lovely home! It had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation - the bikes, paddle boards and kayaks were such a treat! Communication with the owners was timely and very thorough. Would definitely recommend this beautiful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geraldie F.

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

Beautiful classic summer home

The property is gorgeous! Above and beyond supply of bikes, kayaks, paddle boards and lawn games. Amazing sunset views. It is a very special place.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

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

Great Camp!

Loved everything about the camp! Great selection of bikes, kayaks, SUP and yard games. The kitchen was fully stocked with utensils to cook! Great little cozy nooks in the house and the beds were comfy! Sunsets were great and being so close to Burlington was so nice! We rented a boat for the day and that was awesome, would have done that 2 days had the flooding not happened!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Karen G., Lafayette, IN

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

Camp Overview

Spectacular location overlooking Lake Champlain with awesome sunsets. Interior is well equipped and comfortable. Very impressed by the good condition and number of bikes, kayaks and other outdoor equipment. The Camp was a perfect fit for our fun, family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances S., United States

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

Wonderful Week

Our family came from both coasts, and in the middle to commune in the place where their parents grew up. It just was a wonderful place to stay and enjoy the people you love the most. The entire property is beautifully kept, unbelievably equipped, and in a perfect setting. An additional bathroom would be nice (there was 11 of us) but only in afterthought.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice L., Old Orchard Beach, ME

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

Fun Family/Friend Getaway

We were looking for a home that would comfortably sleep 8 people and a dog, but also giving some of those people their own beds because 4 of them were teenagers and this home totally accommodated in that way. There was also plenty of space in the common areas and outdoors. The location is perfect, a beautiful yard with only one close neighbor. The lake and swimming area was wonderful, although we were there during the floods and so that did impact the use of the lake unfortunately but couldn't be helped, otherwise it would have been perfect. We used the bikes, paddleboards, cornhole, ping pong table and firepit. We will definitely come back we had a great week unwinding and enjoying time with friends and family. Thank you for having such a gorgeous space to share with others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya V.

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

Lake Vacation Prime Location

After a few years of renting on Isle La Motte, we decided to move our family gathering closer to Burlington and found this gem of a house, or "camp" as it's called. The property is generously sized, well maintained inside and out and has everything anyone from ages 3 to 85 could need to have fun in all weather. The beds were very comfortable and the owners clearly gave a lot of thought to making it easy to share space in a house that is quite open all around. We made use of the bikes, the kayaks, the paddle boards, the boat mooring, the dock, the corn hole game, the ping pong table, the swings, the outdoor dining that seats 12, the TWO indoor dining areas that both seat 8-10 (the front porch was a big favorite at all hours of the day), the grill, the kitchen (best VRBO kitchen we have ever encountered; just a salad spinner away from being "perfect"!). This home is whimsical, interesting, utilitarian and comfortable. We highly recommend it for an intimate family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Another great stay!

We love coming back year after year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Carol K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family trip

Our family enjoyed the water and the toys provided. The water was a little chilly but did not discourage anyone from getting in. The views from the backyard were breathtaking!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Nice Place

A true camp experience. Very peaceful and relaxing. Something for everyone. Beautiful sunsets. Comfy areas for sitting. Beautiful area. Loved walking the causeway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanna Kate E., Charleston, SC

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

Family Vacation

Our first time to Vermont and we loved everything about this place. We came in early June and got some colder weather so loved having the indoor fireplace in the mornings and evenings. The kids still swam and we enjoyed paddle boarding and riding bikes on the causeway close by. The views were beautiful, fun yard games, and lots of outdoor activities. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed. Would love to come stay again if we’re ever back in Vermont!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Amazing spot

We loved our stay. The house had everything you need and more, the location is amazing and peaceful and the hosts were super responsive. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Burton G Willey

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We are Marilee & Burt Willey, and we are pleased to welcome you to the Camp at Barney Point. We, along with our 3 kids, know you will find this location special for your next group or family getaway!

Why they chose this property

Finding a great spot on Lake Champlain with outstanding views, luxury, parking, beach access, water crafts, a guest boat mooring, a private swim raft, a long list of included amenities (4 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, row boat, outdoor ping pong table, croquet, bikes, and so forth...) and room to play is key to any group or family getaway. The views are outstanding; the lawn and upkeep is top notch. This location has it all. The interior offers unparalleled rustic luxury. The outside offers unmatched beauty, useful spaces, places to play and "postcard" lake and sunset views. We wanted a property where we could offer more to guests than they might have expected - this property offers true differentiation.

What makes this property unique

The quality and careful renovation of the Camp is a true differentiator as well. Sleeping for 14 offers space for multi-generational gatherings. Rustic, yet luxurious. Spacious, yet cozy. An outdoor scene unsurpassed on Colchester Point. Far away, yet close to everything - 10-12 minutes from downtown Burlington. Relaxing, yet offering sports opportunities galore. Get away from it all at the Camp at Barney Point.

Languages:

English