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A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, large windows overlooking a body of water.
A cozy room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window overlooking a garden.
A covered porch with a dining table and chairs, a wooden interior, and large windows.
A wooden interior with a sofa, a chair, a table, and a lamp.
A two-story house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a covered porch area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Charlotte, VT
  • Place, Thompsons Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Vermont
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Church Street Marketplace
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly, porch, kayaks, & million dollar views - right on the water

Willow - Island Retreat on Lake Champlain
Stay on a island in Lake Champlain!

Accessible only by boat, Garden Island is a 30-acre island offering a rare and peaceful Vermont escape. The Willow cabin is a charming second-floor retreat overlooking Converse Bay, combining rustic warmth with elevated views of the lake, beach, and ferry landing.

Guests enjoy full access to the island's sandy beach, open meadow, and wooded walking trails. Spend your days kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding or take the kids on a paddleboat ride. All non-motorized lake equipment and boats are included in your stay. In between adventures, swim from the dock or relax in the hammock with your next favorite book. With no cars on the island, the setting is calm, natural, and intentionally unplugged.

Willow occupies the second floor of the original boathouse and is accessible by exterior stairs. This three-bedroom, one-bath accommodation features a large living room that opens directly onto a screened-in porch overlooking the lake, the perfect place to watch the sunrise with your morning coffee.

Explore The Area
Garden Island is perfectly situated in Charlotte, Vermont. While many guests come for the secluded setting, there is plenty to explore nearby. Visit Shelburne Farms, tour Shelburne Museum, or hike in Mt. Philo State Park. Enjoy wood-fired pizza at Folinos and local craft beer at Fiddlehead Brewing Company. Just 25 minutes away, Burlington offers shopping on Church Street, waterfront dining, and the University of Vermont campus. On your way back, stop at Shelburne Market Place or the Old Brick Store for groceries and coffee. There is so much more to discover in this beautiful area.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.Wifi/Internet: Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in your cabin and throughout the grounds.Transportation to the Island
Guests are transported by a complimentary ferry service between 8:30 AM and 7 PM. After-hours ferry service is available for a $10 / trip gratuity (paid directly to the ferry operator). An island staff member is on site 24/7. Upon arrival, staff can assist with luggage and guide you to your cabin.Parking: Free parking is located on the mainland in the dirt lot near the green barn that says 'Garden Island.'Good Neighbor Policy
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Vermont Meals and Room Tax Number: MRT-11472019
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Thompsons Point. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Thompsons Point and 6 minutes by car from Charlotte Village Winery
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Charlotte cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Dog-friendly, porch, kayaks, & million dollar views - right on the water Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie C.

Garden Island

We can't say enough good things about Garden Island and staying in Willow cabin (boathouse). It's all about being next to Lake Champlain. The peace, the beauty, the many ways to play or rest. Relaxing on the screened in porch is awesome in all weather and was our favorite feature. It has a million dollar view that far surpasses most rental homes and definitely is the best on the island. The sandy beach, the dock, the kayaks, the sprawling lawn, the Adirondack chairs offer abundant ways to kick back or play. The hosts and Carl the caretaker couldn't have made us feel more welcome and were always happy to help, whether taking us on the ferry, lugging our cargo or sharing local lore. We highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lauren P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, but disappointing experience

We were very excited to arrive at this beautiful location, however, the listing doesn't accurately describe this rental. Be aware that the windows don't close properly (or at all), there is a lot of noise during the night, properly critters. This unit is above someone and the neighbors are quite close. Very nice ferry driver! If you are into a glamping experience, it is worth it, but the price should reflect this.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Anne d.

Lovely setting, responsive owners

The island was a lovely setting for our family to get away after months of dealing with serious illness. we really enjoyed our little cabin, the trails and the beach. In five minutes on the always available boat, one can be back on the mainland. When a large group ignored quiet hours with a very late night party, the owners were responsive and resolved the situation quickly. The accommodations are rustic, yet comfortable. We loved playing with our dog on the beach and heading up to Burlington for an afternoon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Island Paradise

This place is all about the location, there are several cottages to choose, some slightly nicer than others. We stayed in Willow which was great for proximity to beach and view of the water, but on the basic side, aka “Glamping”, but we will be back to try the others. Very nice family that owns and operates the island, super convenient to take the “ferry” across either way any time you want, safe parking for your vehicle, all the water toys you could ask for, nice beach chairs and umbrellas, and a couple big rafts to swim out to and hang out on. Better bbq grill would be nice. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dulce S.

So glad I found this place

We had an incredible stay. Great vacation! Kids loved hanging out in the lake all day. The island was so incredible after going to Burlington one time we decided we rather just stay at the lake the rest of the trip so we loaded up with groceries and began relaxing. Lots of water activity options, amazing views, great hiking, canoeing and everyone is so friendly. Will definitely do again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Garden Island is a beautiful spot for a family getaway. The island is secluded yet easily accessible, and the availability of canoes, kayaks, and paddleboard makes it even easier to enjoy the area. The staff and other guests were all friendly and helpful, it feels like a community, and even the dogs were all well behaved. The Willow apartment was not very clean and is pretty run down, but it is comfortable enough to provide a home base and launching point to enjoy the island and region. We got inadequate info for check in, but that was easy enough to overcome. I highly recommend Garden island and would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

rose w.

Garden Island

We enjoyed the views and quiet. It was very secluded and everyone was very pleasant and respectful.