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Rustic Cliff-top Cabin at the Tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point

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01 - Camp & Deck from parking area at end of driveway
02 - Southerly view from Deck
03 - Shoreline from Deck in the Summer
04 - View of Vermont's iconic Camels Hump and Green Mountains from deck
05 - Shoreline from Deck in the Autumn

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 20184.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bunkhouse Option (Extra Fee)

3 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Large Single Futon

Living Room 2

1 Large Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Rustic Cliff-top Cabin at the Tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point

Available seasonally (mid-April to late October) with 400 feet of cliff-top frontage at the tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point. This property is the perfect get-a-way destination for family and friend gatherings or business retreats. Enjoy the stunning 270° view overlooking Vermont's world-famous Green Mountains and New York State's magnificent Adirondack Mountain Range.

Spread out and relax as you enjoy modern amenities in a century-old cabin that sleeps up to 14, plus 6 more in the optionally available bunkhouse. Pillows, bedding, toiletries and a starter supply of paper products provided. Tons of rustic charm. Wood-burning fireplace insert (firewood provided). Outdoor fire-pit (firewood provided). Spacious 2-tier deck with lake view and BBQ. Large screened, eat-in porch seats 18+ for meals, games and conversation. Fully equipped kitchen. Great room with plenty of seating and 20’ ceilings! Plenty of on-site, off-street parking, too.

Traveling with a large group? Ask about the optionally available, on-site Bunkhouse with sleeping accommodation for up to six more for an additional fee of $226/night which includes Vermont's 13% lodging tax.

Experience Vermont's world-famous foliage in the Fall. Many shopping, recreational, entertainment, cultural and culinary opportunities available anytime just minutes away in the greater Burlington area, Vermont's largest population center.

Enjoy Lake Champlain cruises out of Burlington Harbor’s scenic Waterfront Park. A world-famous "rails to trails” conversion (the Island Line Bike Trail) is just up the road from the driveway to Barney Point. This bike path connects mainland Vermont to the Lake Champlain Islands with the broad expanse of Lake Champlain on one side and outer Malletts Bay (the lake's largest) on the other.

All to say… come stay!.

You’ll never forget THIS get-a-way. : )

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
KIDS LOVE THE BUNKHOUSE!
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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
QUIET HOURS: 9PM TO 9AM. Please be considerate of neighbors' right to peaceful use and enjoyment. Especially after hours around fire pit.
HOA's COMMON BEACH: No bonfires. Leave only footprints behind. Boats and boards on beach belong to others and are not available for use

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Colchester

Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Malletts Bay, a neighbourhood in Colchester. Ethan Allen Tower and Auer Family Boathouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Colchester Pond Natural Area and Indian Brook Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Sunset Drive-In Theater and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Colchester, VT

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Church Street Marketplace - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Waterfront Park - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • University of Vermont - 18 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scout & Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Farmers and Foragers - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Zachary's Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cliff-top Cabin at the Tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cliff-top Cabin at the Tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cliff-top Cabin at the Tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cliff-top Cabin at the Tip of Lake Champlain's Barney Point located?

This family-friendly Colchester cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Airport Park, Sunset Drive-In Theater and Auer Family Boathouse. Starr Farm Dog Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pete E.

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

Long Weekend Golf Trip

Had a great long weekend with friends celebrating one of the guests. Gold and breweries were fantastic. Really enjoyed our time and the cottage and bunk house was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beautiful views from the yard and the deck. Owner is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Barney Point was everything we imagined and more. The roomy cabin had space for our large group both inside and out. Meals in the sun room and nights out by the firepit were the highlights. Plenty of natural light, with wind that kept the temperature comfortable day & night. Communication with ownership was top-notch and the check in/out process a breeze. I would highly recommend a stay on Lake Champlain here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole H.

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

Incredible property!

We came up here for a reunion and this property did not disappoint. The home was beautiful and steps away from the lake. The host team was the best I have ever worked with. Couldn't recommend this place enough. We hope to be back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe s.

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

Great get Away

Came up for my brother's bachelor party. Being just outside burlington is fantastic. Close enough to get to do what we wanted, but secluded enough that we didn't feel pressured. The cabin inself was super cozy. it mostly comfortably slept 10 dudes. The views are insanely beautiful and the firepit was perfect. I'd absolutely stay here again with a big group
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Leaf Peeping

Stayed here to see the leaves enjoyed the view and the rustic feel of the rental. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcy P.

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

Wonderful rustic camp

We picked this property because of its rustic nature as well as ability to host a large number of people. The views are absolutely amazing. We couldn’t get enough, hated to leave. We look forward to booking again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Rustic, charming cabin on beautiful Barney Point

Great location near the bike path. We rented this cabin for a family gathering for my husband’s three siblings and their families. Our niece and her son live nearby, so we had up to 13 gathering for meals and up to 11 adults staying overnight. The kitchen was cozy but well equipped with everything we needed except a crockpot and a muffin pan. The large island was great for setting up meals buffet-style. We ate at the long tables on the screened porch (or “3-season room”), and the weather was beautiful. Would have been tight to dine 13 people inside. The two bathrooms with showers were well equipped with shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel. There is a full size washer and dryer in the 2nd (larger) bathroom and plenty of towels. A lovely location and enjoyable, relaxed stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

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

Classic Lakeside Camp

Our family had a wonderful time at this classic lakeside camp! We found it very clean, spacious, comfortable, well equipped, and charmingly rustic. Absolutely breathtaking views and very well situated with a short walk to the rail trail. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rpb5094

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

Beautiful property in a beautiful area

Really loved the house and property. It was the perfect distance from the city to have the seclusion and peace we traveled for, while also being close to everything we needed or wanted for entertainment. The sunsets were incredible, and we very much look forward to coming back if able!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla B.

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

Beautiful property!

Beautiful property! Rustic not fancy. Close to town easy to get to and beautiful beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Great Vacation

House provided family of 5 (all over 20 years) plenty of room to hang out yet have separate spaces. Screened in porch best feature! Great for large dinners or sitting watching the water with a book. Alot to do nearby between Colchester and Burlington. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Forrest E.

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

Views Galore!

Our group of 8 adults stayed for 3 nights. There was room for everyone. Plenty of seating. The cottage had the best stocked kitchen I’ve seen in any rental with plenty of dishes and cookware. We used the fire pit each night after enjoying the incredible sunsets over Lake Champlain to the Adirondacks. The location was good for hopping on the bike trail and it was only a 10 minute drive into Burlington. We loved the rustic nature of the cottage- it has history. And you can’t beat the views!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Graduation weekend a success!

The property worked out great. Scott the property manager very accessible and flexible. The property has unbelievable views of the Adirondacks and Lake Champlain. So many amenities that contributed to the success of the weekend - front decks, with furniture, BBQ tapped into gas, 2 coolers, kitchen stocked with sharp knives, plates, cookware, spices, coffee/tea, basic stocked items. Living room and dining areas flowed well for entertaining. Enjoyed evening's outside fire pit and 15 Adirondack chairs.

8/10 Good

Walid K.

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

Relaxing stay

It
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Erik S.

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

Rustic? Just dirty and dusty

My Wife and I booked a stay for 4 nights, We only stayed there 1 night and got a hotel for the remainder of our stay. Rustic does not mean filthy. The coffee pot had green mold, the kitchen smelled like trash (due to the trash can and recylcles never being cleaned) Cobwebs and spiders everywher, pubic hairs and urine on the toilet.... the furniture is worn out and the roof leaks by the front door! Tent camping would be better. Not worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

College Graduation

I rented the property for my daughters UVM gradation. The place was perfect! We had 6-7 staying but could have fit more. Plus there is a bunk house that we be additionally rented (no bathroom but sleeping space!) The main house is rustic so you will hear creaky footsteps at night. 2 Bathrooms on first floor, none on the 2nd but certainly enough for fine for our stay. Front decks were great with BBQ grill (piped in gas, so no tanks needed), multiple coolers available. Kitchen fully equipped with sharp knives, PAM, multiple coffee pots (including a Keurig), spices and they had fresh cut flowers for us! We hosted a barbecue with yard games and fire pit at home. The view are just to die for and we will have many memories of the place. Scott the property manager very accessible and accommodating. Thank you for all the fun times and photos. We had an unbelievable views of Adirondacks and sunsets. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and had plenty of room for our group of eight. The lake view was amazing, and there was lots of space both inside and outside to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Fantastic house for a large family to chill out for a week!

We loved everything about the house on Barney Point! The large screened-in dining room with a 180-degree view of the Green Mountains and Adirondacks made sit-down family dinners for 11+ the perfect spot to enjoy our meals. The well-appointed kitchen had everything we needed to fix those meals whether grilling or roasting in the oven and the dishwasher made cleaning up super easy. Morning coffee on the front porch overlooking the lake was a great way to start the day and the fire pit in the backyard made for a great spot for sunset viewing and making "Some Mores" at the end of the day. We were never bored between biking on the Causeway or playing basketball, pickleball, and tennis at nearby Airport Park. The nearby beach was a definite highlight. As long as we all had water shoes, the rocks were only a mild inconvenience and the water was perfect for stand-up paddling or the giant raft we brought with us. By the end of the day, we welcomed the comfy beds!

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Fabulous house and setting

We loved our family reunion at this comfortable house on Lake Champlain. The property manager was extremely helpful and quick to respond to our questions. The kitchen was the best equipped of anywhere we’ve stayed in the past. We hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Owner

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We are a family of eleven siblings, now grown with kids, grandkids and great-grandkids of our own. Our parents bought Barney Point in 1948. We still call it "camp", as many seasonal properties are commonly referred to here in Vermont ...and we still use the property every year. We especially enjoy being able to share this glorious spot on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain (a.k.a., "the West Coast of New England") with others ...like you! We hope you and your family & friends enjoy it as much as we have all these years.

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