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Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks

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A wooden picnic table by a lake with boats in the background.
A white house with a blue porch, a wooden wheelbarrow, and a picnic table in a grassy yard.
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A room with a fireplace, a bed, a sofa, and a rug.
A lakeside view with a dock, houses, and a distant island.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 2909 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Colchester, VT
  • Place, beach near Airport Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Airport Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Vermont
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Colchester, a 5-minute drive from Airport Park and 8 minutes from Sunset Drive-In Theater. .This cottage is 8.5 mi (13.8 km) from Church Street Marketplace and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Waterfront Park.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Airport Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Airport Park - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Church Street Marketplace - 17 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • University of Vermont - 19 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Scout & Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Butter - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Bar And Grill - ‬31 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.

Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks


Stay with us—Emotional Rescue is here.

Dawson’s Diggs is an intimate, artfully decorated cottage for two on the peaceful Mills Point Peninsula. Walk to Lake Champlain, launch the provided kayaks, or explore the celebrated Colchester Causeway just steps away.

Inside, rich colors, carefully selected artwork and comfortable furnishings create an atmosphere that guests describe as charming, cozy and delightfully unexpected for a Vermont lake cottage. Burlington’s restaurants, shops, waterfront and cultural attractions are approximately 15 minutes away.
The cottage accommodates a maximum of two guests. It includes a queen bedroom and a smaller bedroom with a twin bed. Please note that access to the bathroom is through the smaller bedroom, making the cottage best suited to a couple or two companions who are comfortable with this arrangement.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 909 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests must provide a profile photo and current contact information. Guests should have at least three verified stays through VRBO or contact the host

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property

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Dawson’s Diggs: Causeway, Lake Access & Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 102 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is so gorgeously decorated and was a perfectly located and super comfortable stay for our Burlington getaway. The cottage is easy to walk to the water, which was beautiful. Getting there was easy. The beds were comfortable, the place was clean, and our host Albert was clear and easy to communicate with. We loved this stay and would love to visit again some time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenden P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, great stay! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was excellent - loved the causeway and biking trail.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very fun and short distance from the causeway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

eric h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Exactly as described, took a nice walk on the causeway, great little place in a cool location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the easy access to the Colchester Causeway! Host responsive to questions. A delightful cottage for a vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great decor. Comfortable beds. Bathroom and kitchen could use a little sprucing up. Location was great and got see a wonderful sunset from the causeway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cute cottage

Beautiful views, not far from Burlington
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

Cottage is cute and perfect for a stay by Lake Champlain with easy access to the Colchester Causeway and swimming in the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great stay, good communication. Everything you need!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin was so beautiful and well decorated. The lake and surroundings are peaceful and magical. I would love to stay in this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bike Trip Stay

The cottage was perfect for our bike trip, the trail was accessible from the cottage. The decor inside the cottage was awesome and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy, cozy, cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed the lake house and access to the Lake and walking the causeway/bike paths. Glorious time of year to be in Mallets Bay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Causeway Catamounts

We enjoyed our location next to the lake, every thing as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

Very much as described. Dunno if the property would be as comfortable in full winter, however.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet and private

The cottage was clean and comfortable. Easy access to Burlington. Great for a short visit to the area. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taymour H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxation place

I enjoyed my stay and it was really nice place to relax and enjoy nature, though there was no internet that may be one inconvenience as the mobile service isn't strong in the area It is a very lovely place and carefully maintain, Highly Recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, needs a good scrub

The location is excellent, especially if you are biking in the area. For 2 people the house size is perfect. The decor is a bit eclectic. The owner was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Suzanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

This is a wonderful location near the Causeway and access to the lake while very quiet neighborhood. The property was clean and ready for use. The smaller bedroom has an awkward access to the bathroom limiting privacy. Great for a couple.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Diana L.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
For winter season, we suggest one or two space heaters for bedrooms/bathroom. The older Monitor-styleheater is very noisy, had to turn it off to sleep at night.Front steps were icy, no salt or sand available.No coffee or tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ethan W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location, smoke odor

Unique and eclectic property that the owner has clearly put a lot of thought into and located in a great place. Unfortunately, despite it being listed as non-smoking clearly past occupants had used it for this and the unit smelled, smoke odor permeated everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

VT getaway

Running away from the heat in CT. Was a very nice getaway..Area was very quiet, Easy to find. would recommend. Would do away with slippery bathroom rug.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot!

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Albert's place. It was very clean, and well-stocked from the kitchen, to the bedroom and bathroom. The location (steps from the Colchester Causeway and bike path into Burlington) was perfect. We did have one small issue with the house that Albert took care of pronto. Great house with a great owner, I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner seems nice ,but theCabin was in need of cleaning there were dust bunnies in most of the corners . The bathroom smelled of urine ,Not unbearable but noticeable. The location is EXCELLENT !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communication

We had to cancel at the last minute and Albert handled it with his usual friendliness and professionalism. We missed staying at his wonderful cottage and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023