Travelers can choose between active water adventures or relaxing on shore, with excellent dining options that make Basin Harbor a versatile lakeside retreat
Basin Harbor offers a prime lakefront setting with a marina for water enthusiasts and a golf course for land activities. The property features three restaurants serving American cuisine with lake views, kid-friendly meal options, and WiFi access throughout the stay.
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8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
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Located in Vergennes, Basin Harbor is in a rural area and on the beach. Bixby Memorial Library and Vergennes Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Golf Club and Champlain Bridge Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and Vergennes Falls Park. With water tubing and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Vergennes travel guide
4800 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT, 05491
What's nearby
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
University of Vermont
51 min drive - 37.7 miles
Church Street Marketplace
54 min drive - 36.1 miles
The Golf Club
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Button Bay State Park
2 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
Port Henry Station
37 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
51 min drive
Restaurants
Lost Lantern Whiskey
16 min drive
Basin Harbor Resort - Lake Champlain
1 min walk
The Lodge
4 min walk
Park Squeeze
14 min drive
Ardelia's
4 min walk
About this property
Basin Harbor
Historic family-friendly hotel by the lake
A golf course, a marina and a nightclub are just a few of the amenities provided at Basin Harbor. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, a beach bar and sunloungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and American cuisine. The gym offers yoga classes and Pilates classes; other things to do include hiking/biking, motor boating and basketball. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a poolside bar and a terrace.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and 5 outdoor tennis courts
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
Room features
All 119 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
Recycling, childcare services and coffee/tea makers
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free wired internet
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free uncovered self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
3 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Ardelia's
North Dock
Red Mill Restaurant
Things to do
18-hole golf course
2 hot tubs
2 outdoor pickleball courts
5 outdoor tennis courts
Arcade/game room
Basketball
Bicycle rentals
Boat and paddles
Boat tours
Books
Canoeing
Children's club
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Foosball table
Games
Golf
Golf carts
Golf driving range
Gym
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Library
Motor boating
Nightclub
Outdoor pool
Pedal boat
Piano
Pilates classes
Playground
Pro golf lessons
Pro golf shop
Sail boat
Tennis lessons
TV in common areas
Volleyball
Water skiing
Water sports equipment
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's club (surcharge)
Fenced pool
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Pool gate
Snack bar/deli
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business centre
Computer station
Conference centre (8,697 square foot of space)
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Firepit
Garden
Marina
On a lake
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in room
No lift
Raised toilet seat
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
IPod dock
MP3 dock
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 19 November 2025 to 20 May 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 15 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 95.00 per vehicle (return)
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Basin Club
Basin Harbor
Basin Harbor Resort Boat Club Vergennes
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Frequently asked questions
Does Basin Harbor have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Is Basin Harbor pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Basin Harbor?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Basin Harbor?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Basin Harbor?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Basin Harbor provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 95.00 per vehicle applies.
Where is Basin Harbor located?
Nestled on the beach, this Vergennes hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and The Golf Club. Button Bay State Park is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.
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Reviews
Basin Harbor Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Surprisingly a very nice upscale resort that the photos in Expedia did not do justice. Awesome accommodations and good dining options which can be rare in remote areas of VT
Tito
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
David
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Room was small but fit our needs.
Great getaway
Music in the lounge is great
Gorgeous views, nice common areas, beautiful gardens,
wonderful harbor
Lots of activities
Excellent for families
We stayed at a little cottage (Northway 3). It was right on the bay, peaceful and beautiful. Would stay again.
Julie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Katherine
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Staff & service
The property is scenic, but the cabin was tiny and shabby and so overpriced. One redeeming thing was the abundance of activities and the wonderful dining experience.
Quiet, private, great location nestled in a protected harbor and Lake Champlain; nice swimming area in the Lake as well as a beautiful outdoor pool. Well-maintained golf course, dining options, even a "snack shack." 90 minute "shipwreck" cruise on the Lake was fun (underwater drone utilized to actually show us some of the 200 wrecks that litter the bottom of Lake Champlain). Our stay was made most wonderful by the awesome staff, most especially the front desk people who have great attitudes and a willingness to go out of their way to be helpful; all were amazing but especially Tanner and Zee! Thank you for making a first time visitor feel right at home!
We loved our cozy cabin on stilts right on the water. Pleasantview cabin had all the privacy and views. A resort around for generations. Has Dirty Dancing vibes. Beautiful property and service. So glad we stayed!
Absolutely beautiful property with lovely gardens everywhere. The harbor staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were a bit outdated and the food was okay for the price. The pool is fantastic! My children had such a good time.
Wish we'd had more time there to enjoy the lovely resort grounds and more of the facilities. Room was large and cabin-like in that there was a back deck and screen door out onto it (as well as a solid door, of course). It rained the day and night there, and we left the back door open to hear the lovely rain all night ~
The only surprise to us was having no tv in the room - fine with the many outdoor activities but on rainy days and nights we would've liked to have had one~
Edwin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Victoria
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very expensive resort hotel with not many room amenities. This place was one of the most expensive, definitely out in the boonies hotel we stayed in our long road trip. We were looking for a place to stay and it was later in the evening, and this was one of the only options in the area. The staff was very friendly, but we did not use any of the outdoor activities. We stayed in the main lodge and even though our room had a living room area, we were surprised to find NO Television in the room! The only TV was in a public space. The bathroom had one small shelf to put your toiletries, which was very inconvenient, and I could not find a hair dryer. The shower was one of the small capsule style like in Europe, so no elbow room. We did go down to their Red Mill restaurant and the staff was very accommodating to get us seated near a TV for the NFL game. We also liked the snack bar downstairs the next morning & got a yummy fresh croissant & cappuccino for breakfast.
My husband and I stayed at this property because we are driving from the New England coast to upstate New York and wanted a halfway place in the extreme heat. I had remembered this place finally from a couple visits when I was a little girl and had always wanted to go back. We had a lovely room and one of the cottages we had great meals at the main restaurant and the Red Mill.
We loved swimming in the lake at the resort and at Button Bay Park. My husband visited the nearby Marine museum, and I had a wonderful visit at the Shelburne Museum.
The staff were professional and extra courteous!
Only two things that I would change:
The breakfast options were extremely limited. Large Buffet in main dining room, or coffee and small choice of pastries at the main lodge store. Sub par coffee machines in the room.
I recommend adding a place to get good coffee and a small continental breakfast on site.
The other issue that we had is the trail to Button Bay park was not well marked, the signage needs to be enhanced. We got slightly lost, but met a couple the next day who got really lost for the same reason.
I went to Vergennes, 15 minutes away to find good coffee and there are some nice small shops there.
Cottages are very old. Faucet malfunctioned and couldn’t turn water off at one point. Ac window units are dirty and room has funny smell. Beds are very soft and you fall in. No tv in rooms. Not worth what we paid for. Trampolines in water covered in seagull droppings. Limited dining options although food is pretty good. Grounds are nice and clean but not enough trash barrels.