Our cabin, named the Alexis, is one of six 1930s-era lakeside cabins that belong to Bayview Farm in the hamlet of Charlotte VT (about 20 miles from Burlington to the north and Middlebury to the south). From the screened porch of the Alexis cabin, perched on a promontory above the lake, nothing stands in the way of the shimmering waters of Lake Champlain, dotted with the occasional sailboat or stand-up paddle boat skimming quietly by. There is no more peaceful setting in the world for al fresco dining! The cabin itself is rustic 1930s vintage, with many windows for airiness, and modern kitchen and bath appliances (except for the shower which is basic but comes with plenty of hot water). There is a recent-model TV with all the Roku options, and wifi is provided, so contemporary connectivity is available at the click of a remote (should you want it). A staircase leads down from one side of the cabin to a private swimming area which requires a certain degree of agility to enjoy, though we, in our very late middle-age, did manage it. There is also a more typical wade-in beach in the common-area of the complex, but you must have swim shoes to use it comfortably. We did most of our swimming at the very beautiful Kingsland State Park beach, a 15-minute drive away.) For us, though, swimming was not as important as peace and beauty, both of which we found in abundance, thanks to Suzanne and her husband, owners of Bayview Farm who have preserved the rustic "campground" and are helpful and kind hosts.