Holiday rentals with a kayak in Addison County

Very good hosts. Nice spot on the river, I only wish our work project would have been a month later so we could have enjoyed the full potential. The house was well provisioned with everything we needed. Nice vibes in the sun room overlooking the river (even if it was spent doing reports after a long day).

Such a nice home.

We had a great time for the 4 nights we stayed, and we really enjoyed the front deck that overlooks the lake. nice and peaceful

This house was incredible. Open concept first floor to gather for making dinner and eating around the table. Incredible views of the Mad River Valley, a hot tub, and room downstairs to hang out. Highly recommend for a weekend of skiing.

It is very rare that a home is even better in person than on the photos! Very spacious, gracious, beautiful, so well maintained, even had one more sleeping space and bathroom than in the description - in the basement. Stunning lakeside location, beautiful patio and grounds - which we unfortunately couldn’t experience as much because of rainy weather. Jordan was super responsive, very helpful and kind. If we are back we will look to stay here again would highly recommend her home to anyone. A real find on Airbnb! Thank you, Jordan!

Great stay, we all enjoyed ourselves. We did get some weather from the hurricane on our last night and temporary power outage, allowing for that last chance to truly disconnect. Screened porch was a great spot to relax. Enjoyed the waterfront and rented a boat, well worth it. The house was as described, no surprises and very clean. When I reached out to Guy with a question or two he responded immediately. We had a great time!

We spent a glorious weekend here with our 11 person extended family, celebrating my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. It was the perfect place for three generations, ages 6 to 75. The kids commandeered the basement and really loved the bunkbed accommodations and all the games. It kept them busy and happy throughout a rainy weekend. The hot tub is like the size of a small pool and fit our whole family. The kids had a blast swimming, as did everyone else. The other draw of this place for us was the very large dining table, which accommodated all of us easily. The kitchen is far and away one of the best Airbnb kitchens I’ve ever used - gloriously well stocked with equipment and easy for a bunch of cooks to prepare meals for a big group. We loved it and hope to come back. Thank you for the hospitality!

Lovely home and would 100% visit again. The porch sitting over Lake Champlain is one of a kind - we saw many of the surrounding properties from the water during our time in Essex and I don’t think there’s another porch in town with that type of water view - can’t beat it! We spent 10 days in late August with our 3 yr old daughter and some grandparents in/out over the course of the visit. The home was perfect for our getaway. The hosts, Lisa and John were flexible and welcoming. The space had everything we needed for our stay - kitchen was great and we cooked many meals at home. The open kitchen/dining/living floor plan is perfect for spending time together and so cozy… all alongside an unbeatable view.

This is the kind of place that we would return to a thousand times over. Peaceful, private, beautiful, clean, all the amenities. The photos online do not do the place justice — all four in my family agreed it is so much better in person than we expected by the photos. Some rentals are sterile and more like soul less hotel rooms. But this home absolutely oozes love and that this is a place folks come to enjoy being together. We appreciated all the details and amenities, especially that the owners worked to get the boat launch operational for us as this was why we chose this house for our getaway. The weather was rainy and the fishing was less than optimal (likely bc of the weird weather) but it was a special time and this home helped make it so. We would not hesitate to return.

Exceeded all my expectations. The property was the perfect escape for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. One of the standout features was the private fire pit, where we spent every evening roasting marshmallows and making s’mores under the stars. The owners really thought of everything. They provided kayaks for us to explore the calm waters at our leisure, which became a daily adventure. The house itself was immaculate, tastefully decorated with a rustic-chic vibe, and equipped with all the modern comforts you could ask for. Highly recommend!

The location is peaceful and beautiful. Loved having our morning coffee on the dock overlooking the lake and autumn leaves. Enjoyed kayaking to Paddlers Pub for drinks & food. The cottage is very cozy and just enough space for 2 people.

Great place to get away with beautiful views. Exactly what we were looking for

This beautiful rustic little cottage was everything we hoped it would be. Clean, comfortable, well stocked, and lots of interesting old decor and books. We spent a good 30 minutes the first night just looking at all the old photos and memorabilia. The chairs, couch, and bed are all incredibly comfortable, and the large screened in porch is perfect for when you want to enjoy dinner outside without all the mosquitoes. Of course, we didn't spend many daylight hours in the cottage - instead we made use of the kayaks and private dock, and hiking on the nearby trails. It was fun seeing the dock from Rattlesnake Point! Don and Gary were great hosts - responsive, friendly, great local recommendations. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful spot to spend our anniversary, and we hope to be back again and again!

My partner and I had a fantastic stay at the Book House. It’s a funky, clean, quiet, and cozy (very!) little cottage. We loved having morning coffee on the porch with a gorgeous view of the lake, kayaking with Canadian geese, being surrounded by books and warming our feet by the gas stove, exploring the beautiful countryside, and hiking up Snake Mountain. And we really enjoyed our host, Laurel, who stays next door. She was super friendly, easy to communicate with, and was available if we needed her but also gave us plenty of privacy. The Book House is about a 15-20 mins drive to Middlebury (also great to explore), so you’ll want to stock up on provisions. However, nearby Pratt’s Country Store has all the basics you need and once you’re settled in you may not want to leave - we didn’t! Thanks again Laurel for sharing your special place.

Beautiful setting! We brought our two dogs with us and we thoroughly enjoyed letting them run around the island. Hiking trails, beach, gorgeous views- just an idyllic setting. We will definitely consider returning.

Ardie and Mike made us feel right at home, and answered all of our questions right away! The cottage was very convenient with beautiful views and easy access to the lake and shore. It had more than enough beds and everything we needed to enjoy our stay there comfortably. We also had a great time playing with the two dogs, Misha and Sajen! Would highly recommend if you’re looking for a peaceful and private cottage in rural Vermont that is still around 25-30 minutes drive away from Middlebury. Thanks Ardie!

The house is exactly across the street from Lake Dunmore, and has a private deck and access for canoe and kayaks. What a beautiful place!

Loved our stay!

Great place! This home is cozy and very nice in a lovely setting. The gazebo and deck are fantastic, and the hot tub was a hit. Great amenities! The home itself was clean, spacious, and comfortable. Gabriel had great communication and was very accommodating to our family. The basement made for the perfect retreat for the kiddos, complete with a train table. Excellent stay and hospitality all around! Thank you!

The cabin is beautiful, we wish we could have stayed longer!

We had a great time staying at the cabin! The location was beautiful and Sharon was very kind and helpful!

This is a beautiful cabin, with great furniture on a beautiful lake. The downstairs bed was comfortable. All the things we needed were included: full kitchen and laundry. Sharon was very responsive to questions and concerns. We would come back!

We had a fantastic time along lake Champlain. My wife was able to visit the Shelburn Museum she talked about for a year.