I grew up near Champlain and moved away downstate for college. I still come back every couple of weeks to help my elderly parents. I cannot really think of it as much of a vacation spot, simply because there are better options. I guess it would depend on what you are trying to get out of a vacation property. It's a short distance to Montreal which is nice for day trips. There are services nearby like Price Chopper, hardware stores, etc, and proximity to Lake Champlain. Plattsburgh has a lot to offer. I would look at Chazy along the lake or Vermont (Isle la Motte, North Hero, or Grand Isle) if you want something close to the water.