Category: Guest Guidance

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🥪 Pingala Café

https://www.pingalacafe.com

📍 1353 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05408

This earthly joint is open 7 days. It’s my favorite place in the area, aside from when I want pizza. Vegetarian.

Good eats:
✔ The Crunchwrap Supreme is a good place to start exploring their menu

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🍕 New York Pizza Oven

https://nypovt.com/view-menu

📍 654 Porters Point Rd, Colchester, VT

For those craving authentic New York-style pizza, New York Pizza Oven is the best choice around. They also serve calzones, pasta, and wings, and cheesesteak making it a great choice for families and groups.

Good eats:
✔ The Cheeseburger Pizza is my favorite, but rare. I ran into the owner and asked him to have it more often, so hopefully he passed the message to the manager.
✔ Ask for it well done (crispier)

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🌊 The Pickled Perch

📍 5063 W Lakeshore Dr, Colchester, VT

A hidden gem on Lakeshore Drive, with an outdoor patio and a lake view. The Pickled Perch serves up creative dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. With a casual yet refined lakeside vibe, their menu features seafood, craft burgers, and signature cocktails—all best enjoyed on

Good eats:
✔ Salmon
✔ Chicken fingers and fries
✔ Lake Perch (seasonal , from Lake Champlain)

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🚤 Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern

📍 1026 W Lakeshore Dr, Colchester, VT

A longtime favorite among locals, Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern is the place to go for hearty pub fare, cold drinks, and a lively marina-side atmosphere. Located right by the water, it’s the perfect stop for boaters looking to grab a bite after a day on Lake Champlain.

Good eats:
✔ Buffalo Chicken Dip
✔ Fried Clam Basket
✔ Signature Bloody Mary

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🍦 Broadacres Creemee Stand

📍 Malletts Bay, Colchster, VT

The go-to spot for classic Vermont creemee soft serve ice cream. They also serve meals and snacks. like burgers and hot-dogs.

Good eats:
✔ Maple Creemee

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🥡 Makalu Himalayan Sherpa Restaurant

📍 49 Heineberg Dr Colchester, VT

For a unique culinary experience in this area, this place is my fathers favorite and offers authentic Himalayan cuisine, specializing in Indian and Nepali dishes. Their menu features a variety of flavorful options, including Tandoori Chicken, Shrimp Tikka Masala, and Garlic Naan.

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🥪 The Hoagie Hut

📍 1082 W Lakeshore Dr, Colchester,VT

LARGE sandwiches. You’ll see.

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🍺 The Pioneer Tavern

📍 12 Heineberg Dr, Colcheser, VT

A newer addition to the local dining scene, offering alcohol and hearty comfort food in a rustic cozy atmosphere.

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🍻 The Spanked Puppy

📍 116 Main St, Colchester, VT

A local staple since 1978with a typical Vermont bar scene, hearty comfort food, and live entertainment.

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🥪 Subway (franchise)

📍 Prim Rd, Colchester, VT

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☕ Dunkin’ (franchise)

📍 W Lakeshore Drive, Colchester, VT

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🍔 McDonald’s (franchise)

📍 Prim Rd, Colchester, VT

Sea planes often land on the lake in front of the home, generally anywhere between Mallets Bay, Thayer Beach, The Fill, and the Causeway/Sand Bar.

We can provide a mooring if we know well in advance. The post “Marine Landing & Mooring” talks more about those conditions and amenities.

https://www.airnav.com/

https://seaplanepilotsassociation.org/

Given their private status, pilots must obtain authorization from the owners before operating at bases.

Lake Champlain hosts several seaplane bases, primarily designated for private use. The closest to the property is

Malletts Head Seaplane Base (VT57)

• Location: Colchester, Vermont
• Coordinates: Latitude 44.5606003, Longitude -73.2404022
• Runway: Water runway 12W/30W, measuring 3,000 x 2,000 feet
• Ownership: Privately owned by R. William Hazelett
• Usage: Private use; prior permission required before landing

Other private seaplane bases on Lake Champlain include:

• Cub Cove Seaplane Base (48VT): Colchester, VT
• Middle Hero Seaplane Base (29VT): Grand Isle, VT
• North Hero Passage Seaplane Base (36VT): North Hero, VT

Pilots interested in utilizing these facilities should consult the Seaplane Pilots Association and contact the respective base managers to ensure compliance with all operational requirements.

This list is organized from the closest to the farthest grocery stores from 169 Beach Rd, Colchester, VT 05446.

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🍏 Mazza’s Malletts Bay (2 miles)

📍 1283 W Lakeshore Dr, Colchester, VT
A smaller, convenient farm stand with fresh produce, dairy, and local goods.
Must-Try: Seasonal fruits, fresh Vermont dairy

🛒 Price Chopper Supermarket (3 miles)

📍 1184 Prim Rd, Colchester, VT
A well-stocked supermarket with fresh produce, deli, and bakery.
Must-Try: Fresh-cut fruit, in-store bakery treats

🥩 Sam Mazza’s Farm Market (4 miles)

📍 277 Lavigne Rd, Colchester, VT
A family-owned farm store offering fresh produce, homemade baked goods, and local meats.
Must-Try: Apple cider donuts, homemade pies

🍞 Shaw’s Supermarket (5 miles)

📍 66 Mountain View Dr, Colchester, VT
A local supermarket chain with a deli, seafood section, and everyday essentials.
Must-Try: Fresh seafood, bakery bagels

🍎 Costco Wholesale (6 miles)

📍 218 Lower Mountain View Dr, Colchester, VT
A go-to for bulk groceries, fresh bakery items, and quality meats.
Must-Try: Rotisserie chicken, Kirkland signature snacks

🛍️ A & A Asian Market (6 miles)

📍 88 Malletts Bay Ave, Winooski, VT
A specialty store offering a wide selection of Asian food products and ingredients.
Must-Try: Authentic Asian spices, fresh produce

🍷 Beverage Warehouse (6 miles)

📍 1 East St, Winooski, VT
A huge selection of craft beers, wines, and specialty drinks.
Must-Try: Vermont craft beers, hard ciders

🥬 Hannaford Supermarket (7 miles)

📍 1127 North Ave, Burlington, VT
A solid choice for fresh produce, bakery, and local Vermont-made products.
Must-Try: Vermont maple syrup, fresh rotisserie chicken

🌶️ Sagarmatha Grocery (7 miles)

📍 235 Main St #4, Winooski, VT
A grocery store praised for its extensive variety of South Asian groceries and fresh vegetables.
Must-Try: Nepali spices, fresh chilies

🥖 The Green Door Market (8 miles)

📍 71 North Ave, Burlington, VT
A small specialty market focusing on gourmet and locally sourced foods.
Must-Try: Artisanal bread, specialty coffee

🥢 Always Full Asian Market (9 miles)

📍 179 Bank Street, Burlington, VT
A market offering a variety of Asian groceries, including fresh vegetables and specialty items.
Must-Try: Unique Asian snacks, specialty sauces

🛒 City Market, Onion River Co-op (9 miles)

📍 82 S Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT
A community-owned grocery store with fresh, local, and organic products.
Must-Try: Local Vermont cheeses, fresh bakery items

🍚 Namaste Asian Market (9 miles)

📍 62 Pearl St, Essex Junction, VT
A specialty grocery store offering a wide selection of Asian food products and ingredients.
Must-Try: Authentic spices, traditional snacks

🛒 Everest Asian Market (10 miles)

📍 21 Essex Way, Essex Junction, VT
One of Vermont’s largest Asian markets, offering diverse Asian ingredients and fresh produce.
Must-Try: Fresh Maryland blue crabs, exotic fruits

🌿 Natural Provisions Market (12 miles)

📍 329 Harvest Ln, Williston, VT
A great spot for organic, gluten-free, and health-conscious groceries.
Must-Try: Local Vermont cheeses, organic produce

🥛 Healthy Living Market & Café (10 miles)

📍 222 Dorset St, South Burlington, VT
A natural foods store with organic groceries, a fresh juice bar, and a deli.
Must-Try: Organic produce, fresh-pressed juices

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