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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2950 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Colchester, VT
  • Popular LocationLake Champlain3 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaterfront Park18 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Vermont18 min drive
  • AirportBurlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)24 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

Malletts Bay stay.With a stay at this Malletts Bay cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Champlain and 2 miles (3 km) of Airport Park. Auer Family Boathouse and Sunset Drive-In Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Champlain - 3 min walk
  • Church Street Marketplace - 16 min drive
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 17 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min drive
  • University of Vermont - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Scout & Co. - 15 min drive
  • B.U. Pub - 8 min drive
  • Bagel Cafe - 13 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.

Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!

Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!
15 Minutes to downtown Burlington
Nestled in the private Mills Point Peninsula is Baxter’s Hide-Away cottage waiting for you and your companion. "Impressionism" enjoy my choice of artist paintings throughout the cottage.
Perfectly situated steps to The World Famous Colchester Causeway Bike path and Lake access.
Perfect for a couple or a single person. - not a good neighborhood for singles coming to party.
The space
Baxter’s Hide-Away Cottage is 15 minutes away from Burlington’s excitement College events, festivals, triathlons.
Baxter’s Hide-Away was just brought to life at 2 years ago in a unique way. The grounds won’t be complete until next year.
It is our goal that the cottage in addition to this enchanting area provide you with a restful and refreshing visit.
Guest access
Guest have this sweet Cottage to themselves.
The Causeway (bike path) access is a short walk down the hill. Also the Mills Point beach area is available for Mills Point residents and guests.
Other things to note; We now have a new heating system.
We have a keyless touchscreen deadbolt on the front door, so you won't have to worry about carrying a key. This gives you the option of arriving late at night or at another time where we can't meet you to let you in. The code to get in is reset after each guest, and I will give your keypad number before you arrive.
This is a quiet neighborhood.
There is a family of bunnies that live in the neighborhood you will likely see them hopping around at times.
No unauthorized guests overnight!

Property manager

Albert Loranger

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
15 Minutes to Downtown Burlington. Cottage in the Bay
15 Minutes to downtown Burlington. Cottage in the Bay. Cottage

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! to the airport?

This cottage is 12.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! to the beach?

This cottage is 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from North Beach and 7.7 mi (16-min drive) from Texaco Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! to downtown Colchester?

This cottage is 7.5 mi away from Colchester.

Walk Softly, There’s a Dream Here! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the causeway on Lake Champlain
Cabin-like rental across the street from the lake and a 2-3 minute's walk to the causeway. Bed is comfortable, and there is a nice deck out front and there are kayaks, which we not able to use, but it's a nice feature. A few caveats: if you have mobility issues, you might want to avoid this place because you have to walk on grass a fair stretch to get from the driveway. The bathroom is not that private: the ceiling is completely open. There were also a lot of mosquitos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H., Holden, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Lovely Stay!
Our second stay at Baxter's Hideaway was just as wonderful as the first. Albert is very responsive. The property very clean and well-equipped. The proximity to the bike trail is great. With beautiful weather we meandered along Church Street Marketplace in Burlington each night (highly recommend!). If you want to eat dinner in Burlington we recommend making reservations well in advance. We will definitely return again next fall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Maximalist Gem
We had a wonderful time at Baxter’s Hideaway! Easy access to the lake and causeway, comfortable beds, and beautifully curated decor. All photos of this listing are very accurate.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great biking location
Great location right on the causeway trail. Decent water access as well. Close to Burlington and South Hero with lots of fun places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele W., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful week at the cabin, perfectly located and accurately listed. Hosts were easily available. Could not have asked for a better Vermont location and vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
June weekend
Unfortunately, it rained all weekend and we weren’t able to take advantage of the great location close to the lake and causeway. Hope to come back another time when the weather is more cooperative so we can bike and kayak.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little retreat by the lake
Super cozy atmosphere, awesome bicycle and walking infrastructure nearby. Would absolutely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Bianca V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks!
Was cute and convenient ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Somers S., Newport News, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is worth it!
This is very eclectic, interesting little place. It was adequately furnished with everything you'd need in the kitchen, including ice trays to make ice. Being so close to the causeway was the best!! We did lots of walks and fishing and exploring over there - that made this worth it. Our only issue was there is only one window unit AC for the entire house. When we walked in at check-in the house was 89 degrees as no one had turned on the window unit. We were able to get it down to a comfortable level by the next day. Just be sure to check the weather before your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dana F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little cabin
Loved the short walk to lake Champlain! Cabin was a bit difficult to find at night, but cozy once we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022