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Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views!

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Exterior
TV, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views!

Quaint cottage on a quiet and seclued pond!

Enjoy your retreat along the shores of Shaws Pond at this beautiful, New Hampshire home. This three-bedroom/two-bath is located within easy reach of area attractions. Swimming, boating, and water recreation can be enjoyed at the pond, as well as a sandy beach area for swimming. Outdoor features include a deck, gas grill, and wood-burning firepit at the lakes edge.

The bright interior offers an ideal balance of antique charm and 21st century amenities. The two-story layout is a vacationers ideal stay. Separate living and bed rooms come complete with cozy furniture for enjoying comfortable downtime together or indoor fun on those not sunny days. The updated kitchen features a full suite of appliances, including a range/stove and dishwasher. Enjoy full meals at the formal dining table set for six. An abundance of windows offers lake views.

The 2nd floor primary suite includes a sitting area, window bench, flat screen smart TV, and en suite bathroom. Two bedrooms and a shared, full bathroom can be found on the 1st floor. Enjoy lake views! Window AC available during summer months.

Indulge in waterfront fun with complimentary access to a Kayak, Canoe, and two life jackets for your safety, all waiting just steps away on the beach. With it's true New Hampshire small town charm, keep in mind that there is no cell phone service in the area of the home, but the home does have WiFi for your calling and web needs!

NHMR LIC #101258

Note:


The dock at this property (pending ice out) will be set in place for a rental start date of May 21 each year. In addition, the dock will be usable and in until October 15th.

Property manager

Stay-NH

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1847 sq ft (172 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
New Durham, NH

What's nearby

  • Stand Up Paddleboard NH - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rust Pond - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Wentworth - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Merrymeeting Lake - 30 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marker 21 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Harvest Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lino's Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Tumbledown Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Stand Up Paddleboard NH and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Rust Pond. Lake Winnipesaukee and Clark House Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Charming Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, & Lake Views! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

elaine s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house on the lake
We had a wonderful time at this house on the lake. We had coffee and cocktails on the dock and watch the beautiful sunsets and sunrise.Did some fishing ! Owners have a house next door and they are very nice . Ate dinner on the back patio. House was clean and well supplied. Could have used another AC unit on first floor ....and a TV on the first floor ...and cleaning supplies. Other than that ....very nice !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
We had a great time on Shaw’s Pond! House was perfect for us and our 3 grown kids! Awesome fishing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay!
We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back one day. The deck was a great place to chat and chill!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Truly a lovely property, kayak was a bonus, my teenagers loved fishing. Highly recommend for a quiet getaway in the woods. Everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jaye F.

Cottage good but charged xtra deceptive fees
Bathroom was dirty also the grill wasn’t really clean. The charge a fee for cleaning. My husband had to clean the grill. Before we left, my husband cleaned the grill again, cleaner than what we got. They charged my credit card $35 extra because they said it was dirty. They probably do that to every renter. Take pictures before and after.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy cottage with a beautiful view
The cottage was very nicely laid out. Kitchen was a good size and the dining area with a view of the lake was perfect for the 6 of us. If we are up there again, I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a very nice stay: comfortable house, nice areas to sit outside, delightful water for swimming, etc. The owners thought of everything. Terrific location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling getaway
Beautiful location on the pond. 5 minutes to Wolfeboro center. Very quiet, clean, spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Kendall N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute - but disappointing
Cute house, nice location – but with issues (be sure and read #4). 1. Before arriving we confirmed that the house came with a kayak and life vests. Despite assurances, no such kayak existed. Despite repeated inquiries we have never been informed whether it was stolen, misplaced or just a blatant misrepresentation. 2. If we opened one upstairs window the top pane of glass fell down and would not go back up. 3. The house lacked adequate towels, and minor things such as a table or shower caddy in the downstairs bathroom for shampoo, etc. 4. The first afternoon, we took a shower in the upstairs bathroom and it flooded the downstairs bathroom – water coming through the ceiling and light fixture. There was an inch of water on the floor. Fortunately they sent a plumber 4 hours later to fix the problem, but we were without both bathrooms for half a day while trying to get ready for a pre-wedding dinner. And Stay NH was surprised that we also wanted them to send a cleaning company to mop and clean the downstairs bathroom and replace the sopping wet rugs, because we didn’t want to do it on our vacation. (This is going to need a more permanent solution or the house will have mold, etc.) After numerous inquiries they refunded us a whopping $100 for our difficulties, and took 3 weeks to pay it. Unfortunately, we can’t recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shaws Pond
Great location! House very clean in a peaceful location! Fabulous amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great! Located on a very quiet large pond was nice. Fishing was great!
Brought 2 kayaks with us which added to fun on the water. Wolfeboro is very close and many activities to do in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022