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Lake Side Love Nest

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On the beach
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bridport, VT
  • Place, Chimney Point State Historic Site
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, D. A. R. State Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Middlebury College
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bridport

On the beach.Stay at this Bridport cottage and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Chimney Point State Historic Site and Chimney Point Museum. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Champlain Bridge Marina and Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area.
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What's nearby

  • Chimney Point State Historic Site - 22 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • D. A. R. State Park - 23 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Middlebury College - 25 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History - 27 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Fort Ticonderoga - 46 min drive - 23.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Henry Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Halfway House Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Gene's - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Colonial Diner - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Restaurant - ‬18 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.

Lake Side Love Nest

Come enjoy the romantic sticks! Calm, quiet, easy, breezy, healing. I spray the heck out of all the property for ticks! PLEASE don't forget your towels and double bed sheets. Washer dryer in the She Shed next door. A double bed but there's a couch that folds to a twin in the living room in case somebody snores! The lake breeze keeps the mosquitos at bay and there aren't any black flies to torture you! A boat or two goes by on the lake. The train whistle, also, across the lake... otherwise QUIET. 5 miles to the Bridport Country Store and the Town Green, where nothing much happens. Sometimes there's a Fireman's Cookout. A photographer's paradise. Bald eagles abound and you'll hear crickets and owls and foxes, the wind. the waves, the train. This cottage is a small, funky, book filled, wildly romantic, cozy and colorful one bedroom (half opening to living room) with gas fireplace, full kitchen, (the microwave and some dishes are in the bedroom hutch!). covered deck...Fire pit right in front, with Adirondack chairs if you don't feel like going down to the beach. Lots of firewood. Little look out and stairs down to the beach. Stairs are sturdy but might be too much for people with mobility issues! If stairs are a problem let me know, there is another way to the beach next door. A canoe for two and kayaks. No smoking, please. x Why do I say funky? The tub/shower is behind a Thai screen in the living room/kitchen area. The toilet is in a closet next to the kitchen! If you need LOTS of privacy, this isn't for you! People who love this place and come as a couple have no secrets when they leave! VIEW VIDEO- that sums it up... ! Narrow part of Lake Champlain, so you can canoe to New York State and some beautiful inlets. Great bass fishing, right off the shore. On a quiet 'dead end' lakefront dirt road, with only a few cottages, so just a random car goes by every so often. Great retreat to finish your novel or start one. Doggies LOVE it. (if your doggy is non shedding, like my Shih Tzu, let me know, and you will not be charged the entire dog fee which is for the additional cleaning. My cleaning people whine. It's a bit of a drive to the sticks.) Plenty of squirrels to chase and no cars. Long walks up the road and nearby trails to gorgeous views of the Adirondacks. Google Snake Mountain. Fort Ticonderoga across the bridge! You can sit and watch the lake and sunset from the porch or walk down a short winding path to the Look Out. Fires on the beach are the best,-plenty of beautiful smooth slate rocks to build your fire pit. When I come back to visit there are often beautiful sculptures make of rocks. Every night there is a spectacular sunset, varied, intense, do I dare say life changing. Yes, there is wireless, who can do without it? but NO TV. Huge selection of books you meant to read last year. Great birdwatching! Eagles, huge woodpeckers, hummingbirds. This area of the Northeast has the darkest night skies -- so the stargazing is spectacular! Grill on the beach at dusk, or the deck, or take the canoe out and watch the stars. Wonderful hiking trails nearby and waterfalls up in the mountains. This is a great part of Vermont... ! It's 20 minutes, a beautiful easy drive to the gorgeous college town of Middlebury, and a great starting point for various Vermont locations not to mention Revolutionary Forts across the bridge, and the infamous Star Trek museum in Ticonderoga?! You are literally 10 feet from the lake, so when a window is opened, dust appears, a spider web in the corner. It's country, so get in a country mood! If you really want to get away from it all but have the option of a nice restaurant 14 miles away, (Fire and Ice, The Black Sheep) this is your place. My cottage is down the hill, behind a fence. When I'm visiting, I'm close enough to hear you scream if you are attacked by a chipmunk, otherwise, you won't hear a peep from me. But I love to be around in case you have a question or need some tips on where to go, what to do. Canoe, kayak, read, drink martini's or tea, grill out, take long walks or hikes, tour the many Vermont breweries, go over the bridge to the New York State Revolutionary forts or Star Trek museum. The Trail Around Middlebury is gorgeous. Most guests sit by the fire and gaze at the extraordinary world class view. Catch up on reading and sleep. It's a new comfy mattress! This kind of quiet isn't for everybody, but for those who are rattled by the ways of the world and really need a retreat, here it is! Yes, it's a small place but there's a walk in closet to stash your extras! NOTE: sensitive lake front holding tank. Lake Front septic system, sensitive. Waste basket in bathroom for extra toilet paper used! Just part of the equation, being SO CLOSE to the lake on a ledge. THANK YOU!!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: no smoking ever, except on the beach.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Cleaning fee! IS not included as I am taxed as income and it goes to cleaning person. PLEASE leave 100 dollar cleaning fee at cottage. x THANKS!!.

NO SMOKING anywhere near the cottage. I still find cigarette butts on the porch. thanks. Lakefront holding tank!! Please do not overdo TP!! basket

Please clean up after doggy. Hair, etc. there is vacuum. THANKS so much! Throw a sheet over furniture they may want to cozy up to.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: pet $100 fee. Limit 2 NON SHED!

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: one small child would be happy on the couch!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking ever, except on the beach.

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: 4
Long-term renters welcome
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
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lake Front Mind-blowing Views Quiet

Front Mindblowing Views Quiet

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Side Love Nest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lake Side Love Nest to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lake Side Love Nest offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake Side Love Nest?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Lake Side Love Nest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake Side Love Nest?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lake Side Love Nest have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lake Side Love Nest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lake Side Love Nest to downtown Bridport?

This cottage is 3 mi away from Bridport.

Lake Side Love Nest Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 127 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
sweet little spot by the lake. secluded and dog friendly. great outdoor spaces to enjoy. lovely and communicative host. friendly and kind neighbors.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

sam p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Book house

Fantastic!! Host was awesome! Beautiful view on the Lake, Places to walk and close by. A place to rest and have fun. Warm and cozy! Loved the atmosphere. Will go back in warmer weather to take advantage of the many amenities of the Lake and area. Better than a 5 star hotel. Romantic and charming shall sum it up. Very basic. Which we loved.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and peaceful

Absolutely beautiful. Spent the week relaxing and reconnecting. Snake mountain was a great hike with stunning view. Visited many of the cute neighboring towns. Just what we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & comfy

We loved spending our days out on the deck reading with the view! Not to mention the kayaks. Laurel was a wonderful host, so responsive. Thanks again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 amazing time!

Cute, cozy, quiet lake cabin with spectacular views! We loved being feet away from the lake, spending our mornings watching nature and enjoying the scenery all from the cabin front porch! Kayaking in the afternoon on lake Champlain was fantastic.. does not get better than this! Cabin itself was cute, clean, wonderfully unique, and has everything you could need. The area around Bridport is beautiful & Snake Mt. was a great day hike with amazing views. Laurel is a great host and we can’t wait to book another stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place, lovely host

The Bookhouse is all you could want in a getaway. It’s cozy to be sure (good size for two people and a pup). But it has views to die for of Champlain and the Adirondacks. The water access is great. The place is very comfortable (with a great porch). And Bridport is a perfect base for exploring the region. Best of all, Laurel is a superb host. We had a fantastic stay and we can’t wait to get back soon!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most relaxing few days!

We had the most relaxing and peaceful few days at Laurel's cottage. We spent most of our time lakeside, reading, swimming, kayaking, or floating. Definitely recommend spending as much time as possible at the cottage itself for ultimate relaxation, but also be sure to spend time in Middlebury and Vergennes - two of the cutest little towns in VT. Laurel was wonderful in every way. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Little Getaway

this little cabin is so sweet! Full of great books and everything you need. The owners is so kind and pulled out all the stop to make our slightly-rainy weekend as nice as possible, even coming out to help us with a water issue in the evening and so generous all around. The location is great, a short drive to anything you need but far away enough to not hear many cars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic, charming, natural

So wonderful to escape built environments! You can spend your entire stay outdoors, on the porch or swimming, kayaking, etc. My mind slowed to a mellow pace within 30 minutes of arriving. And the owner, Laurel, is delightful. Helpful while completely unobtrusive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little cabin

We had a nice 3-day stay at this little cabin. It's very charming and the views of the lake were very special. It is tiny - and as the listing explains, this is a cabin meant for just a couple of people who don't mind being cozy. Laurel is a great host and had a lot of great resources and references for us. Thank you Laurel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

EHSAN A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakeside cottage

Friendly and helpful host. Comfortable small cottage. Beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Book House

Nice property, great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect no thrills get-away!!

Laurel could not have been a more gracious host. She went WAY out of her way to assist me in replacing my cell phone after I accidentally dropped it in the lake 2 hours after arriving!! The location and views are everything the website says. There will be more visits to the Book House. W
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kicking back on the Lake

The cabin was excellent , just as it was mentioned when we looked it up. Right on the lake , cozy , everything you needed was there , great setup with the appliances Coffee , toaster, microwave,everything plugged in and ready to use. We really enjoyed our time , exactly what we expected in a cabin. Laurel was a great host , any guestions , she would get right back to you. We will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pavel T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little Glamping Experience!

Laurel has set up a beautiful little Vermont glamping getaway! We were greeted with a bottle of wine and some chocolate, as well as a gorgeous view of Lake Champlain. While the property itself is definitely off the beaten path, it’s close to everything you might need or want to do. We hiked Snake Mountain and Silver Lake, spent a day in Burlington, and were out on the water in the kayaks she offers as well. Overall a lovely experience for a couple, or an awesome little hideaway if you’re looking to mostly unplug and enjoy some quiet time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kirk M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Central location to explore the lake
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Gloucester, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation!

We were looking for a quiet and peaceful spot for our vacation and to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The Book House is exactly what we wanted and is very cozy and charming in a beautiful location. Sunsets were amazing and while there were a few days with rainy evenings, we had fun in the cottage listening to music, streaming movies on our laptop (wifi works great!) and playing Scrabble. We had our dog with us and we had fun driving through country roads, hiking and exploring Middlebury and Burlington both of which are not too far away. Thank you Laurel for helping make this such a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gary R., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Book House

Funky
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JB K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love, love, love!

If you're looking for a place to escape, book it to the small but mighty kitschy Book House! The cabin has everything you need, inside & out, and is a great home base location. There's parks, trails, Middlebury (don't miss this cool town) and Burlington. If you decide to drive to places, take the long way, its beautiful. Laurel was right on. Had suggestions, quick to respond prior to and during our stay. It had been raining quite a bit, and she checked in to be sure no issues came up. Sitting on the porch in a thunder storm watching the sunset was unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay at the Book House

Our stay was a delight. The cottage was everything we thought it would be and more--cozy, quirky, and thoroughly relaxing. The lake and all the views are beautiful. Laurel was helpful and friendly if we needed anything. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandie B., Lewisburg PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and beautiful

We needed a couples getaway. We could not have found a more perfect place. We enjoyed the lake, playing games on the porch, watching sunset and even enjoyed the peaceful rain. Laura was so friendly and accommodating. Even made our puppy feel welcomed. Only wish this place was closer to home. Thank you so much again Laura for providing us with a much needed break from life.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Retreat

The cottage is adorable and eclectic, situated on a beautiful lake front property! The host Laurel was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norm P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet week on the lake

Spent a quiet week on the water with our dog. Quiet, quirky, cute place. Read a lot, stared across the lake and had a great time relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Getaway

We had a lovely time. The cabin was perfect. Very cozy property, great lake access. It was the perfect getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Funky and fun as described

The stay was lovely! The location is gorgeous, with a great view of the lake right out the front door. There are properties to either side but they're not really in-your-face and quiet so I never felt like there were other people intruding on the vacation. Enjoyed using the fire pit outside and the interior was cozy. Definitely should only come here with a close loved one as there's essentially no privacy inside with no separation from the bath to the living room/kitchen. We ran into some issues with the propane grill, but Laurel was beyond accommodating and got us a new charcoal grill and charcoal to use instead! We made use of the kayaks one day and it was great on the lake despite some windy chop. The location served well as a jumping point to Burlington or Shelburne for a day trip for activities outside the cabin. Shelburne Museum and Shelburne Farms were great visits I'd recommend if you want to go out. One big thing to note that's not related to the property at all - avoid Liberty Lane. Google Maps took us down this terribly-maintained dirt "road" in the last leg of the drive to the cabin. I don't know if it was just particularly bad after the winter but the ruts were so deep and wide the bottom of my sedan was scraping the dirt and rocks and i had to drive up the side to stay out of them. Easily avoided road, though, with several other roads around it, so just don't take it. Thanks Laurel for the stay, hope the readers take a chance to get away at this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023