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Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good"

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An outdoor seating area with a view of a lake, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
A house by a river with a dock, surrounded by trees and a small deck with chairs.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a view of the water.
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A kitchen with a view of a lake, a sign reading "LAKESIDF RETREAT", and a dish rack on the counter.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Champlain, NY
  • Place, Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State University of New York-Plattsburgh
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Ausable Chasm
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Champlain

Located within a leisurely stroll of Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Dodge Memorial Library. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alburg Dunes State Park - 27 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Plattsburgh City Beach - 31 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 34 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Ausable Chasm - 53 min drive - 42.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 10 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maplefield's Travel Center - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪American Legion - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 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.

Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good"

The Lake Champlain House (LCH) is a "one of a kind", that comes with amenities that are just not matched/comparable, and can comfortably (3 king beds/2 Queen/2 Full beds with 3.5 baths) accommodate large families/groups up to fourteen (14) overnight guests in beds.

The LCH is available Year Round for weekly or daily rentals. You’ll love the “full-service” modern amenities and privacy of this rental property for its open spaces (waterfront Boat Shack/deck), and recently built large (12 x 14) outdoor covered cooking pavilion with both a grill for your burgers/steaks and dual burner outdoor stove for boiling lobsters/corn.

Invite the whole family to enjoy boating, swimming, fishing and just relaxing. You can enjoy sunrises over the Green Mountains of Vermont, breath taking views of Lake Champlain, sunsets over the Adirondacks, and evening campfires in the large family fire pit.

The Lake Champlain House or the 'Life is Good' house is located on the peninsula known as Point Au Fer, which is on New York's shore of Lake Champlain. It is an easy drive to Montreal, the Adirondacks/Lake Placid, and Burlington, Vermont.

The beautiful Lake Champlain House was newly constructed in 2008 with 100 feet of private shoreline and a private 70 foot dock. A large 20’ x 20’ deck with picnic tables, a covered cooking pavilion (gas grill and outdoor burners), a key west style Boat Shack/deck and large lawn area for kids to play games. Plenty of Adirondack chairs, and a large family fire pit (with fire wood) for everyone to fit around and enjoy nightly campfires.

In the water your family can enjoy a swim float, a mooring for your boat, or any of the boats provided: 6 sit on top kayaks, 2 canoes, and an aluminum row boat with oars.

Inside is a spacious kitchen/family room area with great views of the lake and mountains and a large fireplace. 4 bedrooms (can sleep up to 14 in real beds, see below) and a loft, 3 1/2 baths. All linens provided along with kitchen and bath towels. Central Air Conditioning so your family can sleep on those extremely hot, muggy summer nights.

The Champlain House will accommodate the following fourteen (14) guests:

· Master Bedroom 1- King Bed (sleeps 2)
· Master Bedroom 2- King Bed (sleeps 2)
· Guest Bedroom- King Bed(sleeps 2), with 2 Full Bunk Beds (sleeps 2)
· Fourth Bedroom- 2- Queen Bed (sleeps 4)
· Loft- sleeper chaIRS (sleeps 2)

(*Note – stairs to fourth bedroom and loft are steeper than normal)





PET POLICY: Only acceptable Pets (dogs only) may be permitted and only with advance written (email) notice to the owner. Dogs must stay in the yard or be tied up. There is an additional daily fees for any acceptable pet. Dogs must NOT be allowed on any furniture or beds and must be crated (if necessary) if left alone. Guest is responsible for cleaning all pet HAIR & WASTE and placing in garbage/bags during visit. Any pet WASTE or HAIR found on the property
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
-remove all trash/garbage and recycles to dumpster/recycle bins -clean out fridge and grill area. -windows/doors closed and securely locked. - Stove, lights, fans, and appliances are all turned off.
-boats/oars/life jackets replaced along with chairs, tables, toys/accessories exactly where you found them. -AC set to 78 degrees in the summer, heat set to 65 degrees in the winter.
-Check No garbage, fish bait, food/drinks or empties are to be left behind in Boat Shack. -Close the flue if you have used the indoor fireplace. Much of the heat escapes through the chimney.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 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 first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain New York! 'life is Good'
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Champlain within a short 4-minute walk of Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area. You'll also find Marina At Lighthouse Point and Veterans Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good"?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good" a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchenette in each house, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good"?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good"?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.), which is 26.2 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good"?

Yes, every house at Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good" comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Unique Family Rental on Lake Champlain, NY! "Life is Good" Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and beautiful location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The fireplace and the lake view made this a beautiful spot to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

donna k.

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

Beautiful vaca spot!

Home was beautiful, views from the home of lake were great. So happy we picks this place to stay for the wedding we attended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sue c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of ten were extremely comfortable in this spacious well-kept home.We especially appreciated the abundance and variety of boats, allowing us to spend wonderful family time on the lake together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property are absolutely beautiful. Having access to the lake with the ATVs is perfect. The host is very helpful. They had everything you would need. This was our fifth time staying in the winter season at the property and we would definitely go back again. Either summer or winter. Having a fireplace in the winter time is so cozy. The sunsets are one of the best we’ve ever seen.The whole family loved it, including the grandchildren.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Perfect location. Well equipped inside and out, well appointed and well maintained. Communicative and accommodating host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ham H.

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

Beautiful setting and house

The setting is gorgeous and the house is well maintained and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

Great getaway from reality

Beautiful property with everything you could want
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey C.

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

Very pleased

3 night stay. Very comfortable and clean. Perfect for our needs. We will sure book again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christina l.

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

Family friendly fun!

The home is perfect has everything you need and is exactly as described in the listing but better. The lake is beautiful and the yard has a wonderful fire pit we enjoyed in the evenings. We highly recommend and would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Great location to relax and replenish

The house and lake view exceeded our expectations. The home was very clean and stocked with firewood so we could enjoy the fireplace and the fire-pit outside. My family and I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Loved it!

The house was really nice😊. Enjoyed seeing the ice fishermen
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Family valentine fishing trip

Great location, had the kids and grandkids. Very spacious house. Plenty of room for everybody. The fire place was so nice after a day on the lake ice fishing. Great access to the water for fishing. Had our ATVs on the lake .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Beautiful lake house.

Beautiful lake house. Plenty of space. Clean and comfortable. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles & Laura G.

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

Quick Getaway

The house was great, clean and inviting. Tom the host was very accommodating. We came to the area for a quick waterfowl hunt with a local guide. House was conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Had a great time

Beautiful property with a nice combination of relaxing at “home” away from it all and close to some amazing day trips to Lake Placid, Burlington and even Montreal. The house is great, well equipped, and Tom was great. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Great family place to stay

Beautiful property in a great location with a waterfront view. House can sleep multiple people comfortably. Teens enjoyed the top floor as their own hang out space. Everything you could possibly need is included for family gatherings and dinners. The weather was not the best so we did not get to enjoy the kayaks but everything that was listed was there and available. Great communication sent by the property owner. .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James E F.

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

Excellent Stay

Once again, amazing stay! This our 3rd year renting what has to be one of the best VRBO's out there. There's a reason we keep coming back! The house has everything you could ever want or need, including an upgraded washer and dryer this year, and lake front access is like no other. Communication with Tom is easy. We look forward to booking again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meredith G.

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

Life is Good on Lake Champlain

We loved our week at this VRBO on Lake Champlain. The lake house has an open kitchen, dining, and living area that is perfect 2 families traveling together. The view of the lake was spectacular. There is ample amount of indoor and outdoor seating to gather and a number of kayaks, canoes… provided to explore the lake that has easy walk-in or dock access. This house was a home away from home that was truly relaxing. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Life is Good- Treasure

Our family had a great vacation at the 'Life Is Good' home! It is a special location on the point. We had a great view of the sunset and the moon on the water. The Boat Shack was a hit with our group for games each night. We also really appreciated the use of their boats/kayaks/canoes! Thank you Robinsons!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James E F.

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

Excellent Stay

This is our 4th year coming to the property. It continues to be one of favorite ways to get away and start the summer. The house offers everything you could want and has direct access to the lake providing spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The beds are the only thing I would criticize. They need to be replaced, but that is minor compared to what else the house offers.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Private Peaceful Week on the Lake

What a wonderful house on the lake! Our family of 5 adults, plus my 84/85 year old parents for a few days, and our dog Kali had a spectacular time. The house was super clean and comfy and had everything we needed. We loved all the different spaces where we could hang out and utilized all of them! The property is very private even though the neighbors are close. Not a lot of boat activity and the bird’s sightings and sunsets are magnificent! We hope to come back next year we had such a wonderful visit! 😊 💗
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Great Lakeside Retreat

A great house. Our family and friends had a wonderful time enjoying the lake everyday. House comes with everything we needed. The boathouse and outdoor cooking area was a nice bonus. Many kayaks and canoes provided by owner. Dock is nice and in good shape. House was clean at arrival and check in/check out was a breeze. Great communication by owner. No issues. Will hope to return one day !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James E F.

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

Amazing Experience

Our entire family loved this house. It is in pristine condition and you can tell it is well taken care of. The kitchen had every pot, pan, dish, and utensil you could imagine. Its location is far enough away to feel secluded, but close enough to get to things should you need them. We loved sitting by the water and taking the kayaks and row boat out. For a few of us this was our first time and we will do it again in a heartbeat. This is by far the best rental we have ever stayed in and we will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Our family wanted to get together for Thanksgiving this year and our original plan fell apart early on. So I started to look for something else and found this wonderful house on Lake Champlain. Perfect location, perfect space, clean and well stocked in the kitchen. The weather was nice enough to embrace the beautiful lake and yard. Sunset was stunning as hundreds of snow geese gathered in the bay. I can't tell you how many times everyone mentioned the house and how much they loved their stay. It was very memorable to all of us. Also Tom was very easy to work with and takes good care of his lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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