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Rustic Lakeside Camp in Essex, NY on Lake Champlain

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Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Essex, NY
  • Lake Champlain
    1 min walk
  • Old Dock House & Marina
    16 min walk
  • Westport Station
    29 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    62 min drive

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About the area

Essex

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Essex cottage, you'll find Lake Champlain and Adirondack Park. Split Rock Wild Forest and Greystone are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Greystone - 8 min drive
  • Vermont Teddy Bears - 47 min drive
  • Shelburne Museum - 48 min drive
  • Thompsons Point - 50 min drive
  • Shelburne Farms - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 28 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vermont Cookie Love - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Basin Harbor - ‬70 min drive
  • ‪Backyard Bistro - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Ardelia's - ‬70 min drive
  • ‪Essex Ice Cream Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rustic Lakeside Camp in Essex, NY on Lake Champlain

This rustic, original camp with small cottage behind is located on Lake Champlain 1.5 miles south of Essex , NY on Whallons Bay. With views of Vermont’s Green mountains from the front deck, this charming, simple camp and cottage are rented as one unit and have a large yard. A small 2 lane road runs along the lake between the house and the beach. The beach, with a dock for swimming and water access if you have kayaks, is shared with the neighboring home. Wireless internet provided.
The camp has one bedroom downstairs with a queen size bed and 2 rooms upstairs with a single bed and two twin beds as well as a kitchen, living room with dining area, 1.5 bathrooms and a small screened in porch and deck.
The small one room cottage has a queen sized bed, bathroom with full bath, kitchenette and washer and dryer.
A wonderful vacation spot for all sorts of activities / enjoy easy access to the Adirondacks, Lake Placid, Lake George, Ausable Falls Gorge, Fort Ticonderoga as well as Burlington, VT by ferry from Essex.
Dogs considered on a case by case basis.

Property manager

Annie Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs are approved on a case by base basis.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children must be supervised by an adult all times!

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Rustic Lakeside Camp in Essex NY on Lake Champlain
Rustic Lakeside Camp in Essex, NY on Lake Champlain Essex
Rustic Lakeside Camp in Essex, NY on Lake Champlain Cottage

Rustic Lakeside Camp in Essex, NY on Lake Champlain Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
One week stay in Essex
The property is in a prime location on Lake Champlain. We brought our own kayaks and access to the lake was easy. The house was stocked with everything we would need and the hosts were very attentive. Helpful Info was provided on activities and shopping in the area. One suggestion for future guests is to bring reading lights, since lighting in common areas was rather dim.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

barbara b.

Camp
This property was a camp for sure.There was 6 adults in our party, really not comfortable for 6 adults the upstairs loft had no door & very little room to stand up & would be ok for children.The week was hot with no air conditioner we were very uncomfortable.The camp was very dark with hardly any good lights could not even read a book .Not one door shut tightly to close,this camp needs some work.However the location was great on the lake & the views were beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA B., Bluffton, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and remembrance.
Perfect place to reconnect with old friends and remember good times. Cozy accomodations. Easy beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE MOST RELAXING!
We are originally from upstate N.Y., so when I found Annie’s listing and saw the photos, I knew it was perfect for us. Indeed it was, from the location in Essex where we found unique shops and galleries to ice cream stores and funky bars with perfect water views! We were hooked after being at the original camp where Annie shared history of her beloved summer home. The kitchen had everything……each room was styled in the true Adirondack style….comfortable beds and a sweet secondary cabin for additional guests! Thank you Annie for your beautiful place on Lake Champlain!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love yarrow cottage !
Paradise on Lake Champlain !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer camp
Perfect summer camp rustic vibe. Great location for a quiet week with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin by the lake, with lots to do at the beach and town
The house was a comfortable stay. With great areas around the house such as fire pit and screened in porch to visit. 5G Wi-Fi and full fridge, kitchen and microwave.. The cabin is like going back to the lake camps of the day, airie, open, big yard and close to town!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
The cottage was rustic but incredibly cozy and exactly what we were looking for as a weekend getaway. The place was exactly as advertised and more. We will definitely look to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen L., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Essex, NY - Lake Champlain
Our family loved our stay! We had 7 adults total and our dogs. Beautiful view of Lake Champlain. House was rustic and was the perfect place for our family to stay. Private and close to town and the Ferry to Vermont. Annie and her husband were wonderful hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful and soothing
Yarrow Cottage is a wonderful step back in time in which you all have all you need: the view from the porch, the lapping water, the mountains in the distance, room for friends and family, great sleep and peace and quiet. The hosts and neighbors were also perfect. It was hard to leave and I look forward to going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., West Hartford, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Cabin Getaway
The main cabin sleeps 5 with 1.5 baths, small cabin in back sleeps two with a full bath. The view of the lake from the front screened in porch and additional outside deck was lovely! It's a short walk across the quiet country road to the shared dock and beach with Adirondack chairs provided by the water. Water shoes are necessary, as the beach is rocky. There is a large yard with room for lawn games, a fire pit and charcoal grill. You will find the quaint little town of Essex two miles north. You can take the tiny ferry with your car or walk-on to Vermont (It takes 35 cars at a time). Three or four lovely restaurants are near the ferry, a couple of gift shops and ice cream shop. Just wonderfully off of the beaten path. You will not encounter big crowds, which was just our style. The owner was incredibly responsive and took care of a couple minor issues rapidly. The beds are luxurious, comfy mattress and plenty of bedding for the cool evenings. No AC is provided, as it's not necessary unless it's a heat wave. There were plenty of fans provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Comfy and Convenient
This house was perfect for what we needed. Plenty of space, very clean, and well-appointed kitchen. Annie was easy to communicate with and the little details that she paid attention to were very appreciated. Having fire wood and toilet paper and dish soap on the first night of vacation is so convenient, but not every owner is as considerate. Plenty of sheets, pillows and towels are provided, which is another luxury in the ADKs. We loved the screened-in and front porch! Thanks, Annie, for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Stay in Essex
This cottage was everything we hoped for. Set in a beautiful location on the Bay, we spent our days kayaking, eating on the beautiful screened in porch, and relaxing by the fire. Annie was a wonderful, communicative host. We would absolutely recommend this stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Cabin- Shores of Lake Champlain
A very quaint and cozy cottage with a breath taking view of Lake Champlain. There is tremendous access to many attractions in NY with nearby ferry to VT. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Bethesda, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay on Lake Champlain
We had a relaxing end-of-summer stay at this charming and rustic cabin facing Lake Champlain. Annie was very accessible as needed and more than accommodating. Highlights of our stay include kayaks rented for the week from Indian Bay Marina (pick up and delivery) and the paddle to Split Rock, farm fresh groceries from Hub on the Hill, anything on the menu at Dogwood Bakery, and the hours spent relaxing on the porch with family.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic cabin
We had a great week at the cabin! Thanks Annie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Very nice time in Essex using the rustic cottage and spacious property as our home base for the week to explore VT and get in some early summer stand up paddle in Whallons Bay. Auper close to the ferry. Amazing views of Camel and Mansfield. Evening fires out back with S’mores for the kids capped each night. Fresh air was great. Will be back for sure, hopefully many times. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd x's a Charm
2nd time visiting Yarrow Cottage and thankful nothing has changed. We were Wow'd the 1st time. The cabin is just charmingly rustic without lacking anything one might need. The empanini press, as my 9 yo renamed it, was especially welcoming. You feel like you are home without being at home. we experienced the entire property from the camplike loft with beach towels decorating the railing and serving as flags while they dried remembering the day. The fire pit in the rear of the yard, the log framed, screened porch. I even was able to enjoy some swing time. The front deck served as our breakfast spot. The lawn for our tournaments. THE LAKE!!! Magical spot for us. The local freshness from all the farms is just delicious. Ferried to Burlington for a day. We were able to dig in immediately upon arrival. Only thing is i'd like to spend more time there. Way too short as vacations typically are. We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakeside getaway!
This lakeside cottage and detached studio were perfect for our family of 4, relatives and friends. Everyone had lots of space and a variety of activities to enjoy the week-long vacation. We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Cliff W., Clifton Park

Disliked: Cleanliness
More rustic than described
The shoreline is 300' feet away from the main house . The cottage is finished but the "camp" is bare studs with some windows barely being held in place. There is as stated no heat or cooling. During our stay we encountered a mouse running around the ceiling of the living room which went on for 20 minutes and other mice viewings and droppings in the kitchen. A bit much to take for the cost involved per night.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Silas M., Burlington, Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
Annie and Red were fantastic hosts and helpful when needed. The location is great and the views of Split Rock were welcome at all times. The place itself is a rustic cottage with a great feel and huge yard both in the front and back. The separate apartment was great as well. We really enjoyed our time and there was room for everyone to have space if needed. The star watching from the dock or back yard was top notch! Everyone looked forward to daily Ice Cream runs into Essex, we hiked Split Rock and went Mountain Biking in Elizabethtown as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., New York, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Week on the Lake
Everything about my trip was wonderful: the weather, the cottage, the view of the lake and the hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lake Champlain camp getaway
My family of four plus two grandparents rented the camp for a week hiatus. We loved the camp! The weather was traditional New England summer with a few VA heat days thrown in, but the many fans served us well. Easy access to the town (and people) if we wanted; easy to slip into solitude when wanting to. Having the laundry facilities onsite was helpful as well. Would definitely come back!!

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Essex is a great town and this is a great little Adirondacks cottage. Annie took good care of us.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Lawrence B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Escape.
Quiet and Cozy. Wasn’t hard to relax and un wind. Nice views. Friendly environment. Access to waterfront deck was very limited with little time to enjoy that space unless very early in the morning or very late in the evening. (Small deck with several people sharing same space) Otherwise, anything that came up was handle great by owner and it wouldn’t be hard to say we would like to stay there again.