Extraordinary Victorian Home on Lake Champlain

Escape to our one-of-a-kind lakeside estate with 500’ of private lakefront, spectacular gazebo, large porch, and fire pit offering stunning lake, mountain, and sunset views. Enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds, sprawling lawns, and direct access to kayaking, biking, and walking trails. Private yet convenient, it's perfect for adults and families with older children seeking adventure, relaxation, or both! Elopement packages also available! Book your stay today! The space Victorian Lakeside Retreat – Adventure & Relaxation Await You! Offering a perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience, this renovated 1874 Victorian has ten-foot pocket doors separating the three large living areas, allowing for openness or privacy. A curved staircase leads to the three upstairs bedrooms (all of which have lake views, two have A/C) and a bathroom which features the vintage elegance of the original claw foot bathtub with shower. A half-bath is in one of the bedrooms, and another half-bath downstairs with washer and dryer. The modern kitchen has a refrigerator, dishwasher, electric stove and microwave. The main living room (there are 3) overlooks Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks through a huge bay window. The second room has Roku TV and A/C. The third room has Roku TV and is a perfect place to hide away with a good book or catch up on work. Broadband Wi-Fi keeps you connected. Unwind on the spacious front porch, where you can sip your morning coffee, enjoy cold drinks and hors d’oeuvres in the afternoon, lounge, read a favorite book or watch some of our local wildlife. Bald eagles often visit the enormous cottonwood tree that is the namesake of the property! Sprawling lawns and plenty of shade are perfect for all sorts of activities and games. Dine lakeside in the gorgeous open-air gazebo, taking in stunning sunsets over the Adirondack Mts. and twinkling shoreline lights. Spend your evenings beneath a starlit sky, cozied up in Adirondack chairs around a crackling fire pit. A sloping path leads to 500 ft. of private beachfront, ideal for seasonal activities like fishing, kayaking, ice skating and ice fishing. Paddle under, or walk over, the Champlain Bridge to visit the historic Crown Point forts across the lake, which offer scenic trails for hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. Rentals are available nearby, or simply relax by the shore, enjoying the peaceful, neighbor-free setting. You may never want to leave! (but if you do, read about all there is to do in the Neighborhood Highlights section below) Special notes: • while the house is close to a main road, it is surprisingly private • property is not suitable for children under 12 due to safety considerations • due to State septic restrictions, max number of overnight guests is 6, no exceptions • extra day-use only guests limited to 2 (total max of 8 people onsite at any time) • no parties allowed • no pets A rental agreement must be signed for booking to be finalized. Other things to note We provide: Washer and dryer (on main level) Gas grill Fire pit with wood Bed linens, towels, detergent, hand soap, paper towels and toilet paper included (no beach towels) Mr. Coffee and Keurig Table and chairs for dining on the gazebo Roku Wi-Fi