This cottage was everything we hoped for. Set in a beautiful location on the Bay, we spent our days kayaking, eating on the beautiful screened in porch, and relaxing by the fire. Annie was a wonderful, communicative host. We would absolutely recommend this stay!

A very quaint and cozy cottage with a breath taking view of Lake Champlain. There is tremendous access to many attractions in NY with nearby ferry to VT. We would stay here again!

A very quaint and cozy cottage with a breath taking view of Lake Champlain. There is tremendous access to many attractions in NY with nearby ferry to VT. We would stay here again!

We had a relaxing end-of-summer stay at this charming and rustic cabin facing Lake Champlain. Annie was very accessible as needed and more than accommodating. Highlights of our stay include kayaks rented for the week from Indian Bay Marina (pick up and delivery) and the paddle to Split Rock, farm fresh groceries from Hub on the Hill, anything on the menu at Dogwood Bakery, and the hours spent relaxing on the porch with family.

2nd time visiting Yarrow Cottage and thankful nothing has changed. We were Wow'd the 1st time. The cabin is just charmingly rustic without lacking anything one might need. The empanini press, as my 9 yo renamed it, was especially welcoming. You feel like you are home without being at home. we experienced the entire property from the camplike loft with beach towels decorating the railing and serving as flags while they dried remembering the day. The fire pit in the rear of the yard, the log framed, screened porch. I even was able to enjoy some swing time. The front deck served as our breakfast spot. The lawn for our tournaments. THE LAKE!!! Magical spot for us. The local freshness from all the farms is just delicious. Ferried to Burlington for a day. We were able to dig in immediately upon arrival. Only thing is i'd like to spend more time there. Way too short as vacations typically are. We'll be back.

We had a great week at the cabin! Thanks Annie!

We had a great week at the cabin! Thanks Annie!

Very nice time in Essex using the rustic cottage and spacious property as our home base for the week to explore VT and get in some early summer stand up paddle in Whallons Bay. Auper close to the ferry. Amazing views of Camel and Mansfield. Evening fires out back with S’mores for the kids capped each night. Fresh air was great. Will be back for sure, hopefully many times. Thank you.

2nd time visiting Yarrow Cottage and thankful nothing has changed. We were Wow'd the 1st time. The cabin is just charmingly rustic without lacking anything one might need. The empanini press, as my 9 yo renamed it, was especially welcoming. You feel like you are home without being at home. we experienced the entire property from the camplike loft with beach towels decorating the railing and serving as flags while they dried remembering the day. The fire pit in the rear of the yard, the log framed, screened porch. I even was able to enjoy some swing time. The front deck served as our breakfast spot. The lawn for our tournaments. THE LAKE!!! Magical spot for us. The local freshness from all the farms is just delicious. Ferried to Burlington for a day. We were able to dig in immediately upon arrival. Only thing is i'd like to spend more time there. Way too short as vacations typically are. We'll be back.

Very nice time in Essex using the rustic cottage and spacious property as our home base for the week to explore VT and get in some early summer stand up paddle in Whallons Bay. Auper close to the ferry. Amazing views of Camel and Mansfield. Evening fires out back with S’mores for the kids capped each night. Fresh air was great. Will be back for sure, hopefully many times. Thank you.

This lakeside cottage and detached studio were perfect for our family of 4, relatives and friends. Everyone had lots of space and a variety of activities to enjoy the week-long vacation. We would definitely rent this property again.

This lakeside cottage and detached studio were perfect for our family of 4, relatives and friends. Everyone had lots of space and a variety of activities to enjoy the week-long vacation. We would definitely rent this property again.

The shoreline is 300' feet away from the main house . The cottage is finished but the "camp" is bare studs with some windows barely being held in place. There is as stated no heat or cooling. During our stay we encountered a mouse running around the ceiling of the living room which went on for 20 minutes and other mice viewings and droppings in the kitchen. A bit much to take for the cost involved per night.

The shoreline is 300' feet away from the main house . The cottage is finished but the "camp" is bare studs with some windows barely being held in place. There is as stated no heat or cooling. During our stay we encountered a mouse running around the ceiling of the living room which went on for 20 minutes and other mice viewings and droppings in the kitchen. A bit much to take for the cost involved per night.

Annie and Red were fantastic hosts and helpful when needed. The location is great and the views of Split Rock were welcome at all times. The place itself is a rustic cottage with a great feel and huge yard both in the front and back. The separate apartment was great as well. We really enjoyed our time and there was room for everyone to have space if needed. The star watching from the dock or back yard was top notch! Everyone looked forward to daily Ice Cream runs into Essex, we hiked Split Rock and went Mountain Biking in Elizabethtown as well. Highly recommend!

Everything about my trip was wonderful: the weather, the cottage, the view of the lake and the hosts. Highly recommend!

Everything about my trip was wonderful: the weather, the cottage, the view of the lake and the hosts. Highly recommend!

My family of four plus two grandparents rented the camp for a week hiatus. We loved the camp! The weather was traditional New England summer with a few VA heat days thrown in, but the many fans served us well. Easy access to the town (and people) if we wanted; easy to slip into solitude when wanting to. Having the laundry facilities onsite was helpful as well. Would definitely come back!!

My family of four plus two grandparents rented the camp for a week hiatus. We loved the camp! The weather was traditional New England summer with a few VA heat days thrown in, but the many fans served us well. Easy access to the town (and people) if we wanted; easy to slip into solitude when wanting to. Having the laundry facilities onsite was helpful as well. Would definitely come back!!

Essex is a great town and this is a great little Adirondacks cottage. Annie took good care of us.

Quiet and Cozy. Wasn’t hard to relax and un wind. Nice views. Friendly environment. Access to waterfront deck was very limited with little time to enjoy that space unless very early in the morning or very late in the evening. (Small deck with several people sharing same space) Otherwise, anything that came up was handle great by owner and it wouldn’t be hard to say we would like to stay there again.

This was a great get-away spot for anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing place to stay with great ambiance. It was perfect for fishing, swimming, bike riding, taking a walk and of course swimming. It was just what we looking for. Thanks Annie and Red

Process was easy and good communication.

With beautiful views of the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain, the cottage is situated on a quiet road with an expansive yard. The home is rustic, just as we wanted and expected. The screen porch and outdoor area provided plenty of relaxing opportunities and the beds were comfortable with many windows and fans to let the cooling night air in. We would definitely recommend Yarrow cottage to anyone that enjoys the mountains in a laid back, rustic setting.

Our 3 generations, plus grand dog, had a great week at the Lake. It's nice to return to the same place and great to be so near the Essex Ferry. Annie is very hospitable, with extra beach toys, linens, new WiFi this year, and the separate grandparents' cottage. Hope it works out for next year.

Cozy little rustic cabin on the lake. Super private. If relaxing with plenty of room for all is what you are looking for grab some time here! Thank you Annie for a wonderful stay.

We enjoyed sitting on the outside deck and also the screened in porch. A very pleasant stay all around.

We enjoyed our stay very much. The rustic cabin suited the setting, and the lake is steps away. The lawn was perfect for our croquet games. We enjoyed being close to Essex and Westport to visit their restaurants and marinas.

This was a perfect house! We spent most of our time on the back deck, screened in porch, or in the water. The kitchen is very well supplied and the proximity of the Essex ferry makes trips to VT very easy. This is on our short list of places to return to.

Let's begin at the beginning- Make a left into the stone cornered driveway and follow the royal pine line on your left for a short calming entrance into your little world away from where you came for the duration of your stay. Children are bursting with excitement as they scream from the car to inspect their new abode for this years vacation. Our first time here both in Essex and on Lake Champlain. So much to initially absorb as you enter the most charming little cabin we've rented to date. The kitchen is rustic but well appointed with everything you might need to fix any meal whatsoever. The dining room and living room are very comfortable. But the screened tree formed porch is like sitting in a tree house. This room is magical and served as the main gathering place when inside. My 6 yo would not rescind to any other sitting plane other than the hanging swing. Upstairs reminded me of the cabins i stayed in as a scout while growing up, only with real beds and blankets instead of cots and sleeping bags. There are so many windows to allow air to travel through the entire cabin that there is no need for air condition or even fans. Fans were provided however. The half bath upstairs provided a convenient secondary bathroom for 5, especially while the shower downstairs was in use. There is much usable space outside with a fire pit on top of the hill. We were able to play frisbee, throw a football around and of course circle up for some hackey sack. The front lawn sprawls for a great view of the lake which is a very short walk and across a very quiet road. We ate on the front porch nightly. Family bonfire on the beach was much fun. The cottage served us well as there was a queen size bed for myself with a private bath and separate kitchenette which we really only need to use for cabinet storage. The lake is majestic and rising sun to the East was a terrific alarm clock. Although we were already up and rose with it from the docks edge. Essex is a cute little town with some of the friendliest humans we met. Be sure to enjoy a glass of wine On The Dock at the waters edge. Ferried into Burlington for a day to get some city in- our kind of city however. You'll see if ya haven't been yet. We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly and fully intend to visit again next year so please- don't take my week. P.S.- The owner was proximal and very attentive to anything needed and with great suggestions for things not to miss. Enjoy!!!!

This place is lovely - the screened porch is a great place to sit and look at Lake Champlain, and the studio bedroom is charming and comfy. The house was in great shape and even the kitchen knives were sharp, which is a small but awesome thing for a rental home.

This is just as charming as it looks, inside and out. The front lawn has a view all the way to the Lake (with a quiet country road barely visible). Lots of space for reading and playing frisbee and chasing butterflies. The kitchen is well-equipped; we had brought our own crockpot for easy food prep. Lots of bedding and big towels, and places to lounge. The grandparents loved the separate small cabin right across the deck...just big enough for them, with a full bath and the W/D. We appreciated the hospitality of Annie and her family. Location was good, about 2.5 miles north to the Essex NY/Charlotte VT Ferry...and the Essex Ice Cream Cafe. And then on to the Village Meat Market ,only 4 more miles north, which also has groceries at fair prices. Thanks again for an idyllic stay.