Colchester is a lakefront oasis in northwest Vermont. Nestled along the sprawling Lake Champlain, residents can enjoy the best of lakefront living with boating, fishing, swimming, camping, and more. Niquette Bay State Park is a wonderful place to enjoy the waterfront views, and there are abundant campsites around the water. Housing in the area ranges from affordable to upscale. This family-friendly community appreciates the wooded streets, peaceful atmosphere, and small-town charm that comes with living in Colchester. The city is mainly residential with a few small businesses sitting in the heart of town like the Village Scoop. For more dining, shopping, and entertainment options, residents can easily travel south into Burlington, just minutes from Colchester. The University of Vermont and the Burlington International Airport are just minutes from town as well.