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Slow down…You’re on Island Time

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Exterior
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Slow down…You’re on Island Time

Fall in love with Isle La Motte! Explore a unique, unspoiled corner of Vermont. There is truly something magical about the beauty and quiet of this place.

The spacious house is situated on one acre, with 100 feet of lakefront access and a stunning view to New York’s northern Adirondacks. A deck with chairs overlooking the lake provides a space to relax. A private dock, shared with a cottage on the same property, provides direct access to the lake, and a swim raft will provide hours of fun for the swimmers. A private mooring (installed in 2019) will hold your boat. Four kayaks, a canoe, and a stand up paddleboard are available for your use, with personal flotation devices available. A game room in a detached converted garage will lure the young at heart with ping pong, air hockey, and foosball tables. Swings, a variety of lawn games, and a volleyball / badminton net will keep everybody active when they’re not in the water or out exploring the area.

The house is fully equipped for your relaxing vacation. Downstairs features a large comfortable open living area with sliding glass doors overlooking the lake and a gas fireplace for chilly evenings. A fully-equipped modern kitchen connects to a dining area with seating for 12. A kids’ play area offers games, books, art supplies, toys, and a table. A large flatscreen is equipped with Roku.

The first-floor bedroom includes a queen and a daybed with pullout trundle. A desk alcove offers a quiet work space for those who just can’t leave the real world completely behind. The large en suite bathroom includes both limited-mobility and tub showers. An additional full bath and washer / dryer are located off the kitchen.

Upstairs are three bedrooms and a bathroom. The Blue Room has a queen, a daybed, a pullout trundle, and a fantastic view over the lake. The Flower Room has a full bed with views to the lake and the back yard. The Bunk Room has one bunk bed and a cozy window seat / reading nook. All upstairs rooms are wood paneled and carpeted, with adequate storage for all your stuff and multiple windows to catch the cool evening breezes. Each room has an individual thermostat for your complete comfort. A full bath with tub shower completes the upstairs.

Local attractions and activities are almost too numerous to mention. Swim or fish right off your own private dock or head out onto Lake Champlain in a kayak or canoe. Learn the rich geologic history of the island's Chazy Reef at the Isle La Motte Historical Society. Walk along the fascinating interpretive trail through the Goodsell Ridge Fossil Preserve. Visit the haunting Fisk Quarry Preserve, right around the corner. The historic Fisk Farm is a half mile up the road. St. Anne’s Shrine at the north end of the island draws thousands of visitors every year. Five state parks and a golf course are nearby. A 30-minute drive will take you to local vineyards with frequent wine-tastings. For those wanting an urban experience, Montreal and Burlington are each about a one-hour drive, and Stowe is about 90 minutes. Hiking in New York State’s Adirondack Mountains is just across the lake. You will find a complete detailed guide to local attractions at the house.

Experience all that “island time” has to offer…we look forward to sharing the South End Lake House with you!

Property manager

Abi and Bill Sessions

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the house or on the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets are allowed either daytime or overnight

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Yes, children allowed.

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
Note from host: No parties or events are allowed.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Slow Downyoure Island Time House Isle La Motte
Slow Downyoure Island Time House
Slow Downyoure Island Time Isle La Motte
Slow Downyoure Island Time
Slow Down…you’re On Time
Slow Downyoure on Island Time
Slow down…You’re on Island Time Isle La Motte
Slow down…You’re on Island Time Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Isle La Motte, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Champlain Islands - 1 min walk
  • Lake Champlain - 1 min walk
  • Lakehurst Marina - 4 min drive
  • Saint Anne's Shrine - 14 min drive
  • Cumberland Bay State Park - 63 min drive

Getting around

  • Rouses Point Station - 33 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shore Acres Inn & Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Barn Pub and Grill - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Two Heroes Grill and Tiki Bar - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Ruthcliffe Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Links on The Lake - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slow down…You’re on Island Time pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Slow down…You’re on Island Time?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slow down…You’re on Island Time?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slow down…You’re on Island Time located?

Nestled on the beach, this Isle La Motte vacation home is just steps from Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Islands. Lakehurst Marina is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.

Slow down…You’re on Island Time Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Royce S., Arlington, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
This was our second time in this lovely lakeside vacation home, and we will definitely be back. Spacious , comfortable, well appointed living areas, stocked inside and out with everything you could possibly need. Even the rainy days brought enjoyment—the game room, books, puzzles, large screen TV, and fully outfitted kitchen gave us plenty of ways to enjoy a rainy day in paradise. Hosts Abi and Bill have thought of everything, and communications were welcoming, clear, and timely. We biked, ran, swam, boated, strolled, fished, played board games and game room games, did puzzles, read books, cooked, and watched movies. We visited the Fisk Farm Art Barn, Fisk Quarry, Goodsell Ridge Preserve to see fossils, Hero’s Welcome, and Cafe Rouge for breakfast in the Quebec village of Bedford, about an hour away (highly recommend!). We had an easy drive to and from Burlington to pick up a family member from the airport and we shopped nearby for organic groceries. I can’t say enough good things about this property, the hosts, and our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise at the Lake
You're on Island Time is a beautiful, well located property that exceeded our expectations. We had a great time enjoying all that the lake has to offer with our family especially the panoramic lake views from the house and dock. Spectacular sunsets!! We also loved the close proximity to the local restaurants and stores. Our barbecues with food from local stores were fantastic, especially "Happy Bird". You're on Island Time had everything to create a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a perfect vacation in this lovely house
This is a wonderful vacation house, which we thoroughly enjoyed. It is attractive, has lovely grounds, and is thoughtfully appointed. We loved the beautiful deck with its comfortable chairs and the picnic tables on the lawn. It was great to have the use of the games in the game room. Isle LaMotte itself is relaxed and scenic. We had a big group to feed every night and it was delightful that there were always enough plates, plenty of mixing bowls and serving platters, and the right utensils for preparing meals. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in the Champlain Islands
A great place, at a great location. Well stocked and super easy to communicate with the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee I., Valparaiso, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
As advertised. Great beds. Beautiful location but be prepared to drive for food/supplies. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
Excellent place to stay! Very clean! A lot to do for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bev W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lake front property
Beautiful lakefront view. House is very nicely stocked and lots of linens and great beds. All you need to do is bring food. Communication was great with the owner before and during our stay. Great sleeping space and game room for the kids and young at heart.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
This is a truly beautiful property directly across the road on the water with a private dock. The house was large and comfortable with all of the amenities you could ask for! Very clean! Our host was very responsive to our emails and handled everything quickly! I highly recommend this for a family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location, great property
The owners have really done everything they could think of to make the house comfortable for a week's stay: totally adequate kitchen supplies, well labeled switches & cabinets, a game room with lots to do (foosball, spanking new table tennis, etc.), a very comfortable living/dining room, outdoor deck and dock. We have rented a number of houses on Lake Champlain over the years, and hands down this is our favorite. Hope we can organize our group to come back next year (everyone loved this house -- it'll be a challenge to find other houses in the area (we were 20 adults and a few babes) and one of the other rentals was not as 'successful', shall we say!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing the LCI
We spent 5 nights here getting ready for and fishing the LCI derby. We had 6 adults and the accomdations were perfect. There were plenty of beds and bathrooms, the house was very well stocked and the location was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank D., Howell nj

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Very spacious and comfortable. Will do again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on Isle La Motte
Great place. The house is across the road from the lake, but the road is very quiet so it is not a problem. House was clean, well stocked, quiet area, beautiful property. Well water was fine for showering/dishes/washing hands, but would suggest bringing water to drink. Abi was extremely responsive and helpful leading up to our stay. 5 out of 5, would like to come back with my kids.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Listing doesn't do it justice
We had two families stay at this property and it was plenty of space. Based on the pictures from the listing I had no idea the yard was so big and there was so much to do inside the house with tons of games and outside in the game room. The dock was great to fish from & we took a walk, the weather was perfect and the fall colors were beautiful. We had everything we needed to cook meals at the house. We drove from Ohio and would love to come back in the summer when we can get in the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerrin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
We were in town for a family wedding and enjoyed your beautiful, clean, convenient rental as our home base. We especially enjoyed the fireplace on a few chilly nights!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Highland Park

Liked: Cleanliness
Last week of August
Very nice and quite location. Nicely stacked cabinets in the kitchen with essentials, soap, laundry detergent. Plenty of sleeping arrangements. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to visit, lots to do, lovely home, very generous hosts
The house was incredibly well stocked, we were able to bake a cake! Plenty of activities for all ages, both inside and out. Games, puzzles, markers/paper, bikes, kayaks, fishing gear, beach chairs. Game room in the garage. The dock is nice, gorgeous views, the lake is rocky so bring water shoes. A sandy beach at near by state park, short drive away. Burlington close by for rainy days. The island is quaint, a few farm stands. Small market on the island near by. Hosts were attentive and easy to reach. Lovely stay for a family get together
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P., Plaistow

Liked: Cleanliness
Isle la Motte
We had a wonderful stay-fishing, kayaking swimming, catching frogs ,having creamies and enjoying our family —a beautiful setting- lots of things to do and play with. Excellent for children we hope to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Entertaining For All Ages
Our family (two adults as well as a 9 year old boy and a 7 year old girl) and a another family (two adults and three kids between 6 and 1) had a blast reuniting in this property with tons of bedrooms, bathrooms, and a large common area. It’s great to be able to step outside and enjoy the large lawn and the lake while also having the (kid approved!) game room when the weather turns unsettled. The breeze off the water is great and keeps the house nice and cool! The street is not very busy - while there is some vehicle traffic, you can see it and hear it in plenty of time when crossing the street to the dock. The dock itself is great, offering less rocky / more sandy bottom at the far end. Definitely bring the water shoes though! Island life means that groceries are far away, but there were great little farm stands within 10 minutes that had eggs, veggies, and smoked meats. Otherwise “real” grocery stores are 45 min away. Having two fridges was a bonus for this reason! Abi and Bill were very accommodating and prompt to respond. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic rental!
This was the best place for our family to stay! Despite the dreary/rainy weather, we were able to keep everyone entertained with the garage games. The lake views were amazing especially when enjoying a cup of coffee!! We hope to come back in the summer to be able to use the kayaks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Baci's 80th Birthday Celebration
Couldn't imagine a better setting than this perfectly appointed house on the edge of Heaven on this beautiful island. Baci was so surprised with the setting and accomodations. Nine of us comfortably enjoyed the peace abd scenery. Thank you to the Sessions for sharing this special spot with us. We can't wait to book another weekend or longer in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Spot
My daughter and I stayed Oct 2 -8th… the house is immaculate .. ! And there was so much room … the bedroom floors are heated !! ( Amazing) & you can cook in the kitchen and look out at the view of the lake .. it’s a dream rental . Really ! The kitchen was stocked with spices and oils , coffee filters … etc .. so all you need are the staples to create good food at the house ..all that is listed about the house is accurate … Isle La Motte is off the beaten path .. so much to explore on the island itself - but not too far from corner store in North Hero for gas , staples and homemade baked goods . The only thing that would have made it better would be if we could stayed longer …!! See you next year !! Andrea & Hannah October 2021
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great place and beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great time was had by all!
Our group of mostly older (60s and 70s) family and friends all agreed that the mid-September week was the perfect weather and perfect setting for time away together. Beautiful area for biking alongside the lake, sitting on the deck to read or on the dock to fish, group dinners, moonlight in Vermont walks, just a very relaxing setting. The owners invited us to share the ripening crop of two kinds of pears, which were delicious! Isle LaMotte is a little piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Family Home
This house is so comfortable, perfect for our family of two adults and three teens. It is EXTREMELY well stocked with everything you could need or want. My only "criticism" would be that while the wi-fi connection is great in the living room, it is less reliable in the bedrooms. But we had very good cell service and weren't there to stare at our phones anyway. So no big deal at all. The owners were kind enough to accommodate a special request that we made, and we were very appreciative of that. Hope we can visit again in the summer months!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, perfect weather
My husband, best friends and I stayed Thursday-Monday of the October holiday weekend. We had a great time. I loved that I could run on the crushed stone dust road (easy on my knees) and we could bike on the road with hardly any traffic. Abi had a basket of maps and things to do so we walked the Missisquoi National Refuge and biked the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail. We biked to the quarries on the island and looked for fossils. It was actually just warm enough that we could sit out on the deck and read and relax. We loved that we could store our bikes in the shed. It was too cool to take advantage of the game room. We're real foodies who love to cook so we loved that the kitchen was fully stocked not just with dishes, etc. but good pans, a very sharp knife, and the basics food stuffs-pepper, salt, etc. Loved the that the coffeepot had a single serving choice. We also used the grill. We went out to the recommended Blue Paddle and had a fabulous meal. Visitors should be prepared to drive to grocery store or off island and that it can be from 30-40 minute drives. We brought puzzles and my friend Sue and I had a wonderful time puzzling (Abi provides some puzzles as well). The guys were able to hook up and watch the football games on the big screen TV. All in all a wonderful stay. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020