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SPECTACULARLY SCENIC ISLAND ESTATE WITH HOTEL AMENITIES

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A serene, secluded oasis of elegance in a setting of incredible natural beauty.
Discreetly situated with seemingly endless meadow, mountain, and water views.
Single level open floor plan is ideal for entertaining with 5 bedrooms, 5 baths.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South Hero, VT
  • Grand Isle State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Snow Farm Vineyard and Winery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SPECTACULARLY SCENIC ISLAND ESTATE WITH HOTEL AMENITIES

SPECTACULAR SETTING

Discreetly situated for total seclusion on 75 lush, sweeping, naturally landscaped acres, our spectacularly scenic vacation resort has a prime location, epic views, and elegant accommodations for those seeking the luxury of privacy, the comforts and conveniences of home, and the upgrades, amenities, and enhancements of hotels.

LAVISH LAYOUT

Our NYC-architect-designed, resort-style residence features a single-level, open concept layout with two spacious living/dining/kitchen areas, five spa-like bathrooms, and five serene bedrooms, including a lavish Master Bedroom Suite with private entrance, sitting area, and entertainment center. Dramatic details such as soaring cathedral ceilings, walls of windows, and a 100-foot-long deck provide breathtaking views from every angle and offer a stunning setting for relaxing, dining, or entertaining on a grand scale.

DISTINCTIVE DECOR

Distinctively decorated in a Nantucket-inspired seaside style evocative of classic New England beach resorts, our casually elegant accommodations will make guests feel like they are on an ocean voyage, with nautical fabrics, fixtures, and furnishings that embrace the outdoor coastal scenery and enhance the serenity of island living.

SERENE SURROUNDINGS

One of the most unique and unforgettable vacation destinations in New England, the Lake Champlain Islands are "The Hamptons Of Vermont"®. With seemingly endless meadow, mountain, and water views, this inland “seashore” paradise offers everything from boating, fishing, sailing, and swimming to golfing, gourmet dining, museum-going, and wine tasting, along with the incredible natural wonders of Lake Champlain, the sixth largest body of water in the United States.

EXCLUSIVE ENHANCEMENTS

Hotel-style upgrades and enhancements include premium Comcast Xfinity entertainment experiences such as High-Speed WiFi for streaming and HDTV Cable TV with Voice Command, an exclusive selection of free gift cards for local dining and area attractions, and customized concierge services (available upon request and by advance arrangement only) including celebration planning, errand management, meal preparation, and food shopping and delivery.

EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCES

Consistently recognized with outstanding ratings and reviews for providing exceptional guest experiences, our elegant estate is available daily, weekly, monthly, or seasonally from May 1 to October 31. We welcome guests of every age and accommodate all types of travel, from family vacations and group getaways to business retreats and special celebrations, including anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, reunions, and weddings.

Property manager

Lighthouse Estates Island Retreat, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Swedish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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

South Hero

Located in South Hero, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Grand Isle State Park and Sand Bar State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hero's Welcome and Kids' Station Children's Museum. Baggs' Landing and Sunset Drive-In Theater are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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South Hero, VT

What's nearby

  • Grand Isle State Park - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Snow Farm Vineyard and Winery - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock - 25 min drive - 9.1 km
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 38 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Ausable Chasm - 59 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 29 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Heroes Brewing - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Seb's Snack Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McKee's Island Pub & Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blue Paddle Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wally's Place - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPECTACULARLY SCENIC ISLAND ESTATE WITH HOTEL AMENITIES pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SPECTACULARLY SCENIC ISLAND ESTATE WITH HOTEL AMENITIES?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECTACULARLY SCENIC ISLAND ESTATE WITH HOTEL AMENITIES?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPECTACULARLY SCENIC ISLAND ESTATE WITH HOTEL AMENITIES located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Champlain Islands and South Hero Bicentennial Museum. Snow Farm Vineyard and Winery is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Rob &Sandy

Great location, beautiful views. The house was perfect for our family of 10 and we enjoyed our weekend celebration. The two bedroom section was a great quiet retreat when we needed a bit of quiet time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn J.

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

First visit to vermont.

Had a blast and the accommodations were great to make memories with the family thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Wedding Weekend

I stayed at the Lighthouse with family for my wedding weekend at Snow Farm Vineyard. It fit all of our needs and Ilmar is a great host. Would recommend staying here with a larger group.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Great Fall Weekend

We enjoyed our stay! The owner has included some very nice touches that had us out and about in the area, enjoying the beautiful island. We really appreciate him going the extra mile to be so welcoming and accommodating. It helped us to eat and shop local on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty L.

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

Wonderful Family Home

This was a wonderful property! So clean and had a lovely decor. Since we were traveling to see family we don’t see often, it was great to have plenty of space to sit, eat, and relax. The kitchen was stocked with all the utensils, pots and pans needed to cook some nice family dinners. The view from an amazing back deck was perfect. The home is a short drive (20-25 mins) to downtown Burlington so easy enough to go in for dinner or shopping. I would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas E.

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

Nice stay!

We really enjoyed our short stay. Other guest comments are helpful so read those but I would add that the home was very clean and the host was flexible and thoughtful. We would stay again and recommend this location to everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Beautiful View

We really enjoyed our stay. The place was well furnished. There is a beautiful view of the lake and the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Family reunion

Our family visited Vermont for a family reunion. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann P.

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

Wedding weekend

We recently visited Vermont for a wedding in Burlington! Rather than stay in the city we decided to go to South Hero! Well I’m glad we did! I can’t say enough about this rental! It is perfect the view the accommodations for 10 adults was perfect! We enjoyed our stay so much we will definitely be back with children in tow! Seems to have a lot to do in the summer season and I think the kids will enjoy the peace and serenity the area has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

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

family vacation.

We had a great time here. We had a concern upon our arrival.The owner got back called us right back,the problem was resolved .Thank You
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gracious host and the perfect stay

Family reunion in conjunction with a wedding celebration in Burlington. Perfect set up for our blend of families to pass time and enjoy each other and the view.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great for group

Lots of space. Very well stocked and lots of towels. Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Family Vacation

We had 4 generations stay at Light House Estates. The home was well equipped, and the view of the lake was exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P., Philadelphia

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

Great time Great place to stay

This is a great place. Beautiful view, way more room than expected. We took advantage of the access to the echo museum. Great communication with owner Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Spacious getaway

You cannot beat the view and layout of this property. Close enough to Burlington for a day trip, definitely recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Jeffrey M.

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

Beautiful views and comfortable living

The view was amazing and the amenities plentiful for the 9 days we were there. The house is located near restaurants, a brewery and a cool place called “the rest stop” that’s literally down the road. Burlington is a short 30 minute drive as is Hannaford’s (full grocery store). We were there when it was unusually hot but the 3 AC units kept the house nice and cool!! We had a great time and will definitely be back!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

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

Family Reunion

***
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine F., Westbrook, CT

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

Beautiful South Hero

A great property for all ages with close access to beach, hiking trails and outdoor adventures. The house had a beautiful view of Lake Champlain and the grounds, as well as the house, were well maintained. Also, close to Canada, which was a plus. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Views are spectacular

Love Vermont and being on Lake Champlain was great. That being said, the views from the deck were phenomenal. A rainbow, hot air balloon & spectacular sun rises and sunsets!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

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

Beautiful View from Back Deck

The view of the mountains and Lake Chaplain was stunning. Our family settled in comfortably for a week's stay. We enjoyed the large table in the dining area, which was the center point for family gatherings. Plenty of space on the back deck for the children to play. Beautiful bathrooms and plenty of towels. We also took advantage of the beach passes provided. The host did his best to address a few issues that included a broken dishwasher, an exterior door that did not close and an un-mowed lawn. All were addressed by the time we left.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great for senior siblings getaway!

We enjoyed our 3 night stay, the interesting configuration was ideal for our family. Nice kitchen and dining area for the 6 of us to gather and yet everyone had privacy if they so desired. We were impressed with the stocked kitchens (2) and bathroom supplies. Quick response from the property owner regarding the grill, quite obvious our happiness was his top priority! Thank you, I hope we have the opportunity to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID D.

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

South hero trip

C
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Why stay in Burly when you can stay here?

What a delight to stay in the beauty of South Hero and enjoy the serenity and splendor of the Lake Champlain Islands! We booked this location to celebrate my daughter's graduation from UVM, but we wanted to avoid the chaos of Burlington and have space to enjoy family time. Only 25 minutes north of Burly, the property is perfect for an extended family, and the layout provides privacy for individuals and groups. Ilmar is an outstanding host, and the next time we're in the area we hope to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Fabulous getaway

Quirky layout with plenty of l bedrooms and bathrooms for all and two comfy living areas. Great view of the bay from the deck. Close to the main road and lots of activities - creemees, restaurants, beaches, etc. one of the best appointed houses I've stayed at - kitchen utensils and appliances, bathrooms, beach towels, chairs and bags, tons of outlets for all the electronics. Lovely fan light combo that I may need for home. Appreciated all the info from the host! Hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

jan k.

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

Post wedding stay in VT

The layout of the property was a bit awkward. There were 2 'apartments' each with a kitchen, sitting area, 2 bedrooms and 1 or 2 bathrooms. In the middle of these 2 apartments was the 5th bedroom. But you had to walk thru this bedroom to get to the 2 apartments. So basically we were cut off from half of the house until the couple in this bedroom got up. One of the sliding backdoors had a broken lock so we were unable to use this door. The views off of the back deck were stunning for both sunset and sunrise. The space handled 9 of us adults fine for 3 days/nights. We did not cook any meals so I can't really speak to whether or not the kitchen was stocked as far as pots/pans etc. Lots of games which we enjoyed playing in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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Hosted by Lighthouse Estates Island Retreat, LLC

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Languages:

English, French, German, Swedish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests