You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property manager
Vacasa of Vermont
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Snowmobiling 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,719 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
50012
About the area
North Hero, VT
What's nearby
Lake Champlain Islands - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Alburg Dunes State Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
North Hero State Park - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
Knight Island State Park - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Saint Anne's Shrine - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
Getting around
Rouses Point Station - 22 min drive
Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Two Heroes Grill and Tiki Bar - 23 min drive
Ruthcliffe Lodge - 19 min drive
Links on The Lake - 9 min drive
Hall Home Place - 17 min drive
Papa Petes Snack bar - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Champlain Islands and within 3 mi (5 km) of Alburg Dunes State Park and North Hero State Park. Knight Island State Park and Saint Anne's Shrine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Private island getaway with beach access, lake views, wood stove, and WiFi Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 47 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 47 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 47 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
4 - Poor
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Daria B.
5 Nov 2024
It's Kismet
My partner, our dog, and I truly enjoyed our stay at the Kismet! The view was absolutely unbeatable, and the home was both lovely and cozy.
Daria B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aidan M.
25 Nov 2023
Great stay
One of best parts about the house was the heated flooring on the ground floor. It was a warm and cozy stay.
Aidan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good
Larry V.
7 May 2024
Fishing Week at Kismet on Lake Champlain
Kismet was quite nice and was in a very good location for those who want to fish and enjoy Lake Champlain. Close to boat launches, gas, and a convenience store. House is comfortable and has great views of the Lake.
Larry V.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee S., Groton
17 Mar 2024
Warm clean great stay
Very nice my family with one infant stayed very warm the heated floors were very warm! Passed mother in
laws approval 😎
Lee S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good
Jon S.
1 Dec 2023
Beautiful cabin!
The cabin had everything we needed! It was spacious and comfortable!
Jon S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Hayley D.
2 Feb 2024
Love
We had a great time here me and my family loved it! House was gorgeous plenty to do! We went skiing and snowmobiling and so many great restaurants!
Hayley D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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The house had all the basic necessities. If you have a large senior clientele it would behoove you to add some touches. None of the living room
furniture was comfortable.There were
no chairs in the bedrooms, no bars in the shower ( there was plenty of mold.)
There were cob webs everywhere. The grass was tall and wasnt mowed until the afternoon before leaving. The kitchen was nice and the beds were comfortable.
no chairs in the bedrooms.
D A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good
Samuel W.
27 Oct 2023
Its kismet
Very nice cabin feel. The upstairs loft and bedroom was great and very unique. Bed was very comfortable.
Samuel W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
gregoirelemire@aol.com
27 May 2023
Quiet spot
Location was nice and quiet. Disappointing that the dock and kayaks were not out yet.
gregoirelemire@aol.com
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
David B.
30 Apr 2023
beautiful cabin on the water, great views
10 out of ten, my only suggestion is a house number marker at end of the driveway. super nice place!
David B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Robert E.
23 May 2024
Great cabin for our purposes -just a couple suggestions
This is a “lived-in” rustic log cabin and was perfect for our group of fishermen. Hanging out in the great room in the evenings was ideal. Just two suggestions -the can opener is missing a gear and the back up manual can opener is bent and bends too easily to function. We also look forward to evenings at the fire pit, but the lawn was uncut 1 to 2 feet tall -a mess and made using the fire pit and waterfront impossible.
Robert E.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Samuel & Amy W.
22 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Its kismet
Nice cabin by the lake. Overall it met our needs . A bit secluded & distant from stores & restaurants. Cleaning needs improvement
Samuel & Amy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Margot B.
28 Aug 2023
Family getaway
The house is very spacious, comfortable, well equipped, beautiful location, great views of the water.
Cons:
Main floor bathroom need to be updated, the shower needs to be replaced.
Dock needs to be fixed, it was submerged & unusable.
Margot B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Larry V.
14 May 2023
Spring Fishing on Lake Champlain
Had a great week at “It’s Kismet” on North Hero.. spring fishing on Lake Champlain. The house was in a great location, close to three boat launches, right on the Auberg Passage. “It’s Kismet” was just as described… worked out very well for our four fishermen. We will definitely consider renting this property again in the future.
Larry V.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay
Meriah H.
12 Dec 2023
Beautiful home and property but not clean
The house is beautiful and we had a great weekend here. Unfortunately, there was mouse poop in the silverware drawers. I have reached out to vacasa with no response.
Meriah H.
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8/10 Good
David D.
26 Nov 2022
The view is beautiful, and the location very quiet. There is a wonderful deck looking towards the...
The view is beautiful, and the location very quiet. There is a wonderful deck looking towards the lake. We also were happy with the air conditioners to keep it cool on the inside. We were surprised at the 2 broken chairs on the back deck, and that there was no shower connected in the in the main bathroom just a tub, upstairs.
David D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Sally C.
9 Oct 2023
Great location
The location was great for our purposes. House was nice other than the main floor bathroom. Was not in good condition. The shower leaked everywhere including into the nearby bedroom. Desperately needs an upgrade in that area. Upstairs bedroom was beautiful!
Sally C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Abbie P.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Listing accuracy
Nice house but NO BEACH ACESS
The house was beautiful and super cozy! The only issues we had inside was with the air conditioner in one of the bedrooms and the bath jets wouldn’t work. In terms of outside we were super disappointed.
There is absolutely no beach whatsoever and the dock to get into the lake was half submerged in water so we weren’t able to actually get in the lake- we had to go to a nearby state park. The grass looked like it was just moved so grass stuck all over our feet and made a mess. The outside furniture was covered in mowed grass. The grill was almost out of gas. Overall it’s a nice place but the listing needs to be updated as it is definitely not accurate.
Abbie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Christine L.
7 May 2023
Beautiful home
The house was beautiful on the inside and was closer to the water then we expected. Located on a nice private road, just don’t accidentally drive past the house to the end because you will be greatest by an angry women who clearly doesn’t like “renters”. The house was very well stocked with everything you should need. The living room furniture could use some updating and the shower/jet tub in the master didn’t work but the beautiful bed and view made up for it. Don’t plan to grill anything because the grill has one working burner.
Christine L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Nicole H., Albany, NY
23 Jun 2023
Vacasa stay in North Hero - June 2023
The positives: really cool house and we just loved the master bedroom and bathroom. The soaking tub was an amazing treat! The property was quite large and our dogs had a blast.
Slight negatives: the grill and dishwasher doesn’t work. The outdoor umbrella on the picnic table was broken too. These aren’t dealbreakers and we adjusted our plans. However, it would have been helpful to be given a heads up ahead of time that way we can prepare. Bring plastic utensils, paper plates etc. - the closest market was a decent drive away.
Nicole H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Sharad S.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Nice location but poorly managed
We liked the location for this cabin. However, it wasn’t cleaned thoroughly .. deck had some sticky stuff from previous stays. Grill doesn’t work. Wood stove is just a show piece. Upon complaining to the owner, they mentioned that they will send some one to clean but never arrived. Neighbors dogs could be annoying as they were barking at us whenever we were out.
We have stayed at many rentals and this is one of the worst ever. The house is really more of a cabin, that has not had even minimal maintenance. Broken windows, Missing blinds, Mold in the bathroom, dirt and dust absolutely everywhere. The upper blinds are non-functional, And in the afternoon, the sun beats in so badly that the house temperature soared into the upper 90s; Making it uninhabitable in the afternoons. Note this is a Vacasa property, and we submitted tickets thru them and VRBO. After several calls and messages, we did not receive even a single response.
It’s rare that I would ever leave a review and certainly not an unfairly negative one, However, this needs to be said for the benefit of other vacationers.
DO NOT RENT THIS PLACE!!!
Really it should be taken off the market until substantial repairs and cleanings can be performed.
Ryan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Cynthia R.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Attention to detail
The cabin is dark, old, and worn. there has been little to no upkeep. The grass and weeds are overgrown. There has been ZERO landscaping done to make property appealing. It looks old and abandon. Entry into the home was quick and easy. Code was long but it worked on first try. The cabin smelt stale and musty like no one had used the home in awhile. There are portable air conditioners in every room but none where on and we arrived on an 80 degree day. Once inside and using the home it became clear to me and my family that this cabin was not clean. The cabinets in the bathroom were covered in grime. There was pee stains dripping down the side of the toilet. In the downstairs bathroom there are cracks in the wall covered in tape and the stand up shower is covered in black mold. Kitchen cabinets felt sticky with thick grime. The drawer under the stove was filled with crumbs. Anything I planned to use I had to wash thoroughly before using. The fridge was also dirty. The dust and cobwebs collected on ceiling light fixtures and ceiling fans through the home was so thick. Not only was cabin dirty but there is no beach access. It is a marsh covered lake front view. The advertised Jetted tub does not work. Kids were disappointed. I would suggest if you have an eye for detai, I would not recommend staying here.