The Harborvale Names GM Ahead of Lake Champlain Debut
Westport Hospitality prepares to open Burlington's first Autograph Collection hotel under General Manager Heinrich von Puschendorf.
The short answer
Westport Hospitality has appointed veteran luxury hotelier Heinrich von Puschendorf as general manager of The Harborvale, Autograph Collection. The 161-room lakefront property in Burlington, Vermont, is scheduled to open in mid-2026.
The short version
- Heinrich von Puschendorf takes over as general manager of The Harborvale with 25 years of luxury hospitality experience.
- Westport Hospitality is launching the 161-room property on Lake Champlain as Burlington's first Autograph Collection hotel.
- Sources differ on the opening timeline, with reports pointing to either June 2026 or July 2026.
Westport Hospitality has named Heinrich von Puschendorf as general manager of The Harborvale, a 161-room property joining Marriott Bonvoy’s Autograph Collection along the shores of Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont [[1], [2]]. While a headline from Lodging Magazine mistakenly referenced Connecticut, both publications report the property is located in Burlington, with target opening dates reported as June or July 2026 [[1], [2]].
Where is The Harborvale located?
The Harborvale is located along the waterfront shores of Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont, providing views across the Adirondack and Green Mountains [[1], [2]]. A headline from LODGING Magazine mistakenly placed the debut in Connecticut, but the body of their report confirms the hotel is situated in Burlington, Vermont [2]. eHotelier similarly reports that the property is Burlington’s premier lakefront destination [1].
Who is leading operations at The Harborvale?
Heinrich von Puschendorf has been appointed general manager to direct property operations ahead of the grand opening [1]. According to eHotelier, von Puschendorf brings more than 25 years of luxury hotel management experience to the role [1]. His appointment represents the initial hire in a broader rollout of leadership positions for the lakeside property [1].
Before joining The Harborvale, von Puschendorf served as general manager at White Barn Inn & Spa in Maine, an Auberge Collection property [1]. According to eHotelier, his 25-year career across the United States includes past leadership roles at Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Hills, Resort at Pelican Hill, and Fairmont Grand Del Mar in California, Stowe Mountain Lodge in Vermont, as well as Cliff House in Maine [1].
Who developed and owns the lakeside property?
The Harborvale was developed by Chuck DesLauriers and Jay Canning, with ownership held by a group of local investors operating under the Burlington Harbor Hotel Group entity [2]. Operations will be handled by management firm Westport Hospitality, which also operates the Hotel Vermont [2]. Hans van Wees serves as managing director of Westport Hospitality [1].
| Property Detail | Fact / Specification | Reporting Source |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Name | The Harborvale, Autograph Collection | eHotelier, LODGING Magazine [[1], [2]] |
| Room Count | 161 rooms | LODGING Magazine [2] |
| Location | Burlington, Vermont (Lake Champlain) | eHotelier, LODGING Magazine [[1], [2]] |
| Brand Affiliation | Autograph Collection (Marriott Bonvoy) | eHotelier, LODGING Magazine [[1], [2]] |
| Management Company | Westport Hospitality | eHotelier, LODGING Magazine [[1], [2]] |
| Developers | Jay Canning and Chuck DesLauriers | LODGING Magazine [2] |
| General Manager | Heinrich von Puschendorf | eHotelier [1] |
| Target Opening Window | June 2026 or July 2026 (sources differ) | eHotelier, LODGING Magazine [[1], [2]] |
When is The Harborvale opening to guests?
The trade outlets report differing months for the property's debut in mid-2026 [[1], [2]]. LODGING Magazine reported that the 161-room hotel is debuting in June 2026 [2]. In contrast, eHotelier reported that the property is preparing for an anticipated opening in July 2026 [1]. The hotel marks the first Autograph Collection property to enter the Burlington market [1].
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This article was written from the following reporting. Follow the links for the original coverage.
- [1]Heinrich Von Puschendorf Named GM at The Harborvale— eHotelier
- [2]The Harborvale Autograph Collection Opens in Connecticut— Lodging Magazine
Frequently asked
+Where is The Harborvale located?
The Harborvale is situated on the shores of Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont, overlooking the Green Mountains and Adirondack Mountains. Although a trade headline mentioned Connecticut, both reporting sources confirm the property is in Burlington, Vermont.
+Who is the general manager of The Harborvale?
Heinrich von Puschendorf serves as general manager. He brings more than 25 years of luxury hospitality experience, having previously managed the White Barn Inn & Spa alongside leadership roles at Four Seasons, Fairmont, and Auberge properties.
+Who owns and manages The Harborvale?
The Harborvale was developed by Jay Canning and Chuck DesLauriers and is owned by local investors under the Burlington Harbor Hotel Group. Westport Hospitality, which also operates Hotel Vermont, manages the property.
+How many rooms does The Harborvale have?
The Harborvale features 161 guest rooms and joins Marriott Bonvoy's Autograph Collection brand portfolio.
+When does The Harborvale open?
Opening timeline reports differ slightly between industry sources. LODGING Magazine reported a June 2026 debut, while eHotelier reported an anticipated opening date in July 2026.
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