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Beach accommodation with kitchen in Champlain

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Champlain, NY
  • Place, Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Alburg Dunes State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Ausable Chasm
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Champlain

On the beach.At this Champlain cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area and 6 miles (10 km) of Dodge Memorial Library. Gaines Marina and Rouses Point Yacht Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alburg Dunes State Park - 27 min drive - 34.1 km
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 34 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Champlain Centre - 34 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Ausable Chasm - 53 min drive - 68.4 km

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 10 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • Angelo's Pizza & Grill
  • ‪Frencheez - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Best Friends Family Diner - ‬10 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.

Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers!

West Winds Cottage is located on beautiful Lake Champlain.
- Newly renovated bathroom.
- Kitchen with large dining room.
- Reading nook.
- Large living room with sleeper sofas.
- 2 Bedrooms with queen beds.
- 90 foot of waterfront.


"Point au Fer is a peninsula in Lake Champlain 4 miles south of the Village of Rouses Point, NY; it forms the northeast coast of King's Bay, Town of Champlain. Rouses Point is located at the northeast corner of NYS, the Canadian border to the north and the Korean Veteran's Memorial Bridge to Vermont to the east."
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Point au Fer is close to Montreal, Quebec Canada - Plattsburgh, NY - Burlington, VT - Lake Placid, NY.


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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! to the airport?

This cottage is 26.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! to downtown Champlain?

This cottage is 5.5 mi away from Champlain.

Lakefront vacation rental-Welcome leaf peepers! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

An excellent vacation!

My family and I had a great week at west winds cottage - the hosts thought of everything! It was exceptionally clean inside and beautiful outside. We enjoyed the kayaks and watching sunsets on the lake, and using the fire pit for s’mores. Close enough for short trips to Plattsburgh, saint albans and Burlington - if you need a break from the lake. Lots of wineries in the area too! We loved this spot and hope to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paulina S.

Great

My family and I had a great time at your house. I will let all my friends know that it is a place to stay, when they are in the area. The house was extremely clean, kitchen was amazingly equipped and the towels and sheets smelled beautifully. It's a great place for water sports as well as relaxing vacation by the lake. Thank you once again for letting us stay at your house. Regards Paulina
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Peaceful & adventure!

We loved fishing and catching bass right off the dock, dinners in the screened in gazebo, swimming in the crystal clear water, visiting Ausable chasm, Burlington, etc. the cottage was so clean and tidy. It had everything we needed. Pam and Russ had high attention to detail in setting up the cottage. We were very comfortable here. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

Wonderful experience!

We had a great time staying at this cottage on Lake Champlain. The house was spotless, comfortable and had everything we could possibly need. There is so much to do in that area that we always had a choice. Out favorite activities were biking all the islands and taking a day up in Montreal which is under an hour away. Our host Pamela could not have been more generous with her time and was readily available to answer any questions. We highly recommend staying here. We spent an entire week and hated to leave!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Second great stay

My husband and I stayed for a week last summer and enjoyed it so much we returned this summer. The property has a great location and is well maintained. The view of the lake is wonderful- we didn’t turn on the TV even once while we were here but enjoyed sitting outdoors or in the large living room. It was warm enough this year that we could enjoy swimming from the shore (rocky so you will want shoes but very clean). We bring a 19 foot boat for fishing and there is plenty of room for it and our truck in the driveway. We like to eat out and there are plenty of restaurants between Rouses Point and Chazy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

We spent a week at this outstanding property, which exceeded our expectations.

The cottage is lovely, well maintained, has fantastic views, and is fully equipped for any need! Everything we could possibly require was provided. Fishing was great, with our 7 year old catching 9 fish on our last evening. Pam and Russ are pleasant and professional, and were responsive to every, and all questions. The grocery store in Champlain was close and convenient. We are veteran travellers and this is the best rental home we have ever had the pleasure of visiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen F.

Wonderful

The cottage was wonderful and well stocked with anything you may need, from clothes pins to pots and pans. All items were clean and in good working order! Pam checked in with us before we arrived and made sure the dock and boat lift were all set for our boat. Russ met us on Saturday and made sure we didn't have any needs or questions. Pam checked in to make sure things were going well. Very accommodating! We hope to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

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

West Winds Cottage surpassed my first VRBO experience expectations!

My (almost) month long stay at West Winds Cottage was my first VRBO experience. My first impressions included how spacious the cottage felt, the overall tidiness and cleanliness, how bright it was with so many windows (especially those facing the lake), and how well-stocked everything was - from spices to dishes and cookware to kayaks and life preservers and everything in between! During the stay, Pam and Russ were wonderful - not intrusive, but communicative and quickly responsive to any inquiry. By the end of my stay, their genuine warmth made them feel like extended family. The sunsets were the icing on the cake!
Stayed 27 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

8/10 Good

Maxime J.

Amazing location

Pamela, the owner, was very attentive and prepare everything we needed to welcome us: bedsheets for the kid, exact dimensions of the house (to be sure my wheelchair goes through the doors, ...). One hour away from Montreal, it's been the perfect get away for a long WE. The cottage comes with everything you may need: bedsheets, towels, wood, board games, coloring books or kids, full equiped kitchen, .... The cottage is located very close to the lake, comes with the dock and kayaks ... No street traffic, no noise pollution. The only thing you could add would be a dishwasher.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Everything you always wanted!

We had a wonderful vacation at West Winds! Pam and Russ, the owners, could not have been nicer or more accommodating! The house cleanliness was impeccable and Pam provided everything: spices, cleaning products, paper supplies, water, sosps and dish liquids, and every type of cooking utensil. We have rented many places, and we always bring all our day to day supplies. We didn’t need to use any of them. There were kayaks, a paddle board, fishing equipment, and life jackets. The sunsets were beautiful, and the fishing was great. We caught a five pound bass right off the shore. Also, we liked the easy access to Vermont and Canada. We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Exactly what we were looking for!

We had an amazing week at West Winds cottage. Pam was the perfect hostess from start to finish! The cottage is exceptionally clean and stocked with everything we needed. We loved the location and took day trips to Montreal, Burlington, Plattsburgh, and the Ausable chasm. There is a Price Chopper in Champlain, ten minutes away, so it is easy to fill up on groceries and cook at the cabin. This cottage was perfect for our two small kids. She has a closet filled with books, games, and crayons for the kids which they loved. The water is clear and shallow, and they swam every day in addition to using the two kayaks and paddle board. We fished off the dock and around the lake via boat, and we built fires in the fire pit at night. The location is peaceful and quiet...just what we were looking for! Overall, it was a truly perfect week!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

beautiful location

The cottage is in a great location with beautiful sunsets from the living room. The cottage is small but was very spacious for 4 adults with plenty of seating areas. The owner keeps the property in pristine condition and supplies everything you could possibly need. She was available by phone and made sure we had everything we needed but was not intrusive. It was too cold to swim but the rocky beach looked very inviting. We all loved the property and could have stayed for weeks. My husband and I are already planning to return. Rouses Point is 10 minutes away and has plenty of restaurants and a pharmacy as well as a public boat launch. Other convenient boat launches are Great Chazy River (10 minutes away) and Point au Roche (about 25 minutes away but gives you quick access to the Gut for fishing). I cannot think of anything negative about this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D.

A great place to get away from it all

We spent a week here in July and even though the weather was not fully cooperative (hot, humid, and stormy that week) we really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is well-appointed, beautifully decorated, everything you need is here, and spotlessly clean. Pam and Russ met us when we arrived and were very responsive throughout the week, making sure we had everything we needed. We took walks around the neighborhood almost every day, hiked at Point au Roche State Park, and took a drive through the beautiful Champlain Islands and northern Vermont. We loved the kayaks that were provided and really enjoyed kayaking in the bay. The screened in gazebo was perfect for reading and painting and enjoying the water without needing to deal with the bugs. As a photographer I was thrilled to capture many beautiful scenes from the cottage including spectacular sunsets across the bay. My husband enjoyed fishing from the dock. Both bedrooms had super comfortable beds and there are 2 pull-out couches available if you have a larger group. The grocery store, Price Chopper, is about 10 minutes away and there are several restaurants in Rouse's Point which is 4 miles away. All in all, we were very pleased with this rental. We would definitely return here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir B.

Relaxing, fun, clean

This vacation house is an incredible lake spot in a cove off of the grand lake and the cove is big enough where boating is possible, yet small enough to tame the current to enable paddle boarding. The water is clean as is the nature of lake Champlain (no murkiness). The cottage has a screened off gazebo which makes meals by the lake bug free. We also used the 2 kayaks and paddle board. Life vests are inside the house, so no bugs crawling on them! The cottage itself is nice, very clean and quaint. There is an air conditioner which is fantastic as well as fans in each room. The kicker for me were the new style windows, no old timey impossible to open/close windows. This makes a huge difference bc again, bugs. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils, plates etc. There is a kuerig and a kcup tree. There are also laundry machines. The water is filtered for showers. I felt like I was living in a regular house and not a lake cottage, all while experiencing all the fantastic peacefulness that comes with a lake cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JCalJr

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

Amazing!!!

First, I'll start by saying that the host, Pam, is one of the most wonderful people I've ever met in my 50 years on this planet. She opened up her cottage to me and my family so we could have a front row seat to the eclipse. She normally doesn't rent this early in the season, but she made an exception for us after speaking on the phone. When my family met her at check-in, we chatted like we've been friends for years. She's just great!!! Now to the location..... Nevermind how adorable the town Rouses Point is.... Her spot on Lake Champlain is on a peninsula with stunning sunsets. I wish I could post all of the pictures we took. The location is close to Plattsburgh and any amenities you'd want, but far enough away to completely relax. It's also a quick ride to Montreal and Burlington. The actual cottage is so comfy and cozy. Pam had it ready with everything stocked up. The place is immaculate and you feel like you belong there. The wall of windows overlooking the lake is perfect. She's has an awesome gas grill, fire pit with wood, gorgeous gazebo with screens and a door, nice deck on the lake, etc. She also has a few TV's with cable and WiFi. Once again, rent from Pam and experience the north country at it's best!!! Pam....Thank you again for such a a wonderful vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

3rd time stay

We have stayed here 3 times. Pam and Russ are excellent hosts. The house/location provides the perfect recipe for a great location. Excellent fishing off the dock or on the kayak. Screened gazebo is definitely a plus. Sunsets are beautiful. The cove that the property is on provides some shelter when the lake water is rough so if you have little ones this is definitely a plus. Day trips to Burlington, Montreal, saint Albans and Plattsburgh provide good variety to the vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Outstanding location

We couldn't ask for a better property for our fall long weekend trip. The view of the lake and sunsets are amazing, the cottage was spotless and had everything we needed. The owner is very responsive and helpful. Thank you again. We certainly plan on coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

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

Perfect Labor Day weekend

The lakeside cottage was absolutely wonderful ! We came down from Miami for Labor Day weekend for a little family reunion. The cottage was super clean ! Bed were comfortables, kitchen was so well equipped and we enjoy the kayaks a lot ! Even tho we had a full day of rain, there was plenty of games to keep us entertained:) Pam was very sweet, she even add a little park play for my nephew to sleep in ! I have all good words for this place ! We will definitely come back !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Fabulous Vacation Spot!

This cottage was perfect for our family of 5! The home was impeccably clean & stocked with every pot, pan & gadget one could need. Just pack suntan lotion, bathing suits & beach towels and you are all set! We made great use of the kayaks, paddle board & beach chairs - along with the like-new life jackets. Our family enjoyed the screened-in gazebo for meals & the fire pit for 'smores at night. Tons of board games, coloring books & crayons provided - ideal for our 9, 6, and 4-year-olds. The lake is pristine with clear water, and the sunsets are amazing. Fantastic views from the cottage all the way across to the Green Mountains. We loved the location and explored Quebec, Burlington/Stowe, and the Ausable Chasm. The property owners are kind & generous and very quick to reply to any questions we had. We will definitely return to West Winds Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

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

Perfect summer holiday!

Once again, we had a fabulous holiday at West Winds! Pam and Russ are wonderful hosts, attentive to every possible need. We cannot wait to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

A great vacation

We stayed for a week in the west winds cottage. The house was everything we hoped for and more. Pam was great the house has everything you could need. The beds were comfortable and the sitting areas were great. The gazebo was a great spot for morning coffee or a night time drink. Theres a dock in the water and a lift for the boat which was great for docking the boat. The fishing was outstanding. We caught several fish right off the dock including a couple of big ones. We didnt have to go far in the boat to find more good fishing, we had alot of luck right in the bay catching several bass, perch and walleye. I will be booking this house again in the future and i recomend this house to anyone looking for a quiet relaxing get away.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

We love this place!

The cottage was perfect for our needs. It is in a great location and has everything we need. The owner is very responsive and attentive. If you want to experience Lake Champlain, this is a great choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

We LOVE this place!

You could not have a nicer host than Pam! She provides EVERYTHING you need! She and her husband even came and helped me when I got lost walking! The Italian restaurant is superb. If you want total quiet, this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey E. P.

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

Great getaway

Relaxing, beautiful lakeside location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019