The Cupola House as seen from Main Street [Credit: Donna Lou Sonnett]“The whole idea of staying here is relaxation and fun. Time and time again Cupola House guests say that reality is what keeps them coming back every year.” ~ Donna Lou Sonnett, owner of The Cupola House
The Cupola House and Cottage are delightful year-round Lake Champlain vacation rentals located in Essex, NY. The accommodations offer affordable vacation lodging to those seeking an adventure or retreat in an area rich with natural beauty and history.
Owned by Donna Lou Sonnett, the Cupola House is a restored Greek revival “double house” with two fully furnished guest apartments and a cottage next door. Each is available for rent by for length of vacation time — be it by the day, week, or month.
The Cupola House (seen from the rear) [Credit: Donna Lou Sonnet]
Donna, who has a degree in studio art, calls the house her “on-going art project”, referring to the period stenciling and antiquated finishes on the furniture, and the simple elegance of the apartments. She also runs a small antique and art gallery located on the first floor of the Cupola House which specializes in American made quilts, primitives, collectibles and local artisan’s work – including some of her own creations. (The Cupola House)
Rochelle Lash of the Montreal Gazette recently published an article entitled, “On Lake Champlain, a homey slice of Americana” that features the Cupola ...
