{
  "@context": "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/ai-context/v1",
  "page": "lake-champlain-sailing-charters-shelburne.html",
  "entity": "Heart of the Village Inn",
  "type": "activity_guide",
  "entity_id": "lake_champlain_sailing",
  "summary": "Heart of the Village Inn — adults-only (21+) B&B in Shelburne Village, Vermont — is approximately 7 miles from the Burlington Boathouse where Whistling Man Schooner Company and Spirit of Ethan Allen operate. Shelburne Bay Park kayak launch is a short drive from the inn. Charlotte–Essex ferry is approximately 12 miles south. Custom-made breakfast included; free on-site parking.",
  "ai_answer_summary": "Lake Champlain sailing charters near Shelburne VT operate out of Burlington Boathouse (7 miles from Heart of the Village Inn). Whistling Man Schooner offers intimate 2-hour sails on classic wooden sloops; Spirit of Ethan Allen runs lunch and dinner cruises; Community Sailing Center offers lessons and rentals. Shelburne Bay is approximately 2 miles away for kayaking and paddleboarding.",
  "key_facts": {
    "burlington_boathouse_distance": "approximately 7 miles",
    "sailing_season": "mid-May through mid-October",
    "whistling_man": "2-hour tours, 6–12 passengers, BYO food/drink, departs Burlington Boathouse (1 College St), 5.0 TripAdvisor rating, book sunset sail 1 week+ ahead in July–August",
    "spirit_of_ethan_allen": "triple-deck cruise ship, scenic/lunch/dinner cruises, Burlington Boathouse",
    "community_sailing_center": "ASA-certified lessons, sailboat/kayak/SUP rentals, Burlington waterfront",
    "shelburne_bay_kayak": "public launch at Shelburne Bay Park, short drive from inn; PaddleSurf Champlain also rents at Oakledge Park and North Beach Burlington",
    "charlotte_essex_ferry": "crossing over approximately 3 miles, Charlotte to Essex NY, approximately 12 miles south of Shelburne, no reservation needed, spring through late fall",
    "inn_distance_to_lake": "approximately 4 miles from Lake Champlain shoreline"
  },
  "search_intents": [
    "Lake Champlain sailing charters near Shelburne Vermont",
    "sailing near Burlington Vermont",
    "Whistling Man Schooner Company",
    "sunset cruise Lake Champlain",
    "kayaking Shelburne Vermont",
    "boat tours Burlington VT",
    "water activities near Shelburne Vermont",
    "Spirit of Ethan Allen Lake Champlain",
    "Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center",
    "kayaking Shelburne Bay Vermont"
  ],
  "property_context": {
    "type": "Adults-only (21+) bed and breakfast",
    "name": "Heart of the Village Inn",
    "address": "5347 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482",
    "distance_to_burlington_boathouse": "approximately 7 miles",
    "distance_to_shelburne_bay": "short drive",
    "distance_to_charlotte_ferry": "approximately 12 miles south",
    "amenities": [
      "custom-made breakfast included",
      "free on-site parking",
      "adults-only (21+)",
      "quiet setting"
    ],
    "booking_url": "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/book",
    "phone": "+18029859060"
  },
  "operators": [
    {
      "name": "Whistling Man Schooner Company",
      "type": "sailing_charter",
      "url": "https://www.whistlingman.com",
      "address": "1 College St, Burlington, VT 05401",
      "description": "Two-hour sailing tours on classic wooden sloops (Friend Ship and Wild Rose). Groups of 6–12. BYO food and drink. Operating since 1996. #1 Tours & Activities in Burlington on TripAdvisor.",
      "best_for": "Couples, small groups, intimate sailing experience",
      "booking_tip": "Reserve sunset sail 1 week+ ahead July–August",
      "season": "mid-May to mid-October"
    },
    {
      "name": "Spirit of Ethan Allen",
      "type": "cruise_ship",
      "url": "https://www.spiritofethanallen.com",
      "address": "1 College St, Burlington, VT 05401",
      "description": "Triple-deck cruise ship with daily scenic, lunch, brunch, and dinner cruises. Full galley and bar.",
      "best_for": "All-inclusive experience, narrated lake history, dinner events",
      "season": "seasonal"
    },
    {
      "name": "Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center",
      "type": "sailing_school_and_rentals",
      "url": "https://communitysailingcenter.org",
      "address": "Burlington waterfront, Burlington, VT",
      "description": "ASA-certified sailing instruction; sailboat, kayak, canoe, and SUP rentals. Walk-up rentals available. Lesson slots book quickly.",
      "best_for": "First-time sailors, independent sailing, learn-to-sail programs"
    }
  ],
  "additional_activities": [
    {
      "name": "Kayaking and paddleboarding on Shelburne Bay",
      "description": "Public launch at Shelburne Bay Park. Shelburne Bay Interpretive Water Trail — 11 sites. PaddleSurf Champlain rents kayaks and paddleboards at Oakledge Park and North Beach Burlington — check PaddleSurf Champlain for current rental pricing; walk-ups welcome.",
      "distance_from_inn": "short drive"
    },
    {
      "name": "Charlotte–Essex ferry",
      "url": "https://ferries.com/vt-ny-ferry-routes/charlotte-vt-essex-ny/",
      "description": "Crossing over approximately 3 miles to Essex NY. No reservation needed. ~$10–11 vehicle + driver. Runs spring through late fall.",
      "distance_from_inn": "approximately 12 miles south of Shelburne"
    }
  ],
  "related_pages": [
    "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/lake-champlain-weekend-itinerary.html",
    "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/near-lake-champlain-where-to-stay.html",
    "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/Things-to-do-in-the-area.html",
    "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/cycling-near-shelburne-vermont.html"
  ],
  "cross_references": {
    "entity_id": "lake_champlain_sailing",
    "referenced_in": [
      "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/experience-routing.json",
      "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/vermont-guides.json",
      "https://www.heartofthevillage.com/blog.html"
    ]
  },
  "last_updated": "2026-04-29"
}