Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED

Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(57 Ratings)

Cottage in Gilford, NH

7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cottage rental

3 Bedroom, 1 bath, 950 square foot, sleeps 7 , eastern facing Lakefront Cottage with front deck. Approximate GPS of dock 43.6410166 - 71.3170510

Recently renovated cottage with living room, eat in kitchen and queen bedroom on first level. Queen bedroom and 3rd bedroom with bunk beds and single bed in same room and full bath on second floor. Inside balcony on second floor looks down into living room. Linens and towels provided.

Cottage water is from the Lake with filtration, no chemical treatment added. The cottage has bottled Spring Water available for drinking purposes.

The cottage is accessible by boat only. Boat launching is available at several locations, 19 Mile Bay (Union Landing) several miles away with parking for car and boat trailer. Public dock available for daytime docking only. A launching ramp is also available at the end of Long Island Road, parking here is roadside and very limited, there is a public dock with very limited availability. Rental boats are available at local Marina's, with contact information that we can provide as part of the booking process. We suggest you kindly check boat rental prices prior to booking as they can be higher than the property charges.

The cottage is not handicapped accessible, there are stairs into the house and to the second floor bathroom.

Complete kitchen with accessories, new refrigerator, gas stove, coffee maker, toaster oven and microwave. Wireless internet access and ROKU HD television with wireless Blue Ray DVD player. No cable TV.

Cottage shares dock for up to a 26' boat and water access with owners cottage next door, shore frontage is rocky with steps into the Lake, no sandy beach, but sandy lake bottom at base of steps. Owner or owners family may be in the cottage next door.
No laundry facilities available in the cottage.
Cottage has 2 different length canoes, 2 kayaks, a 3 person sea kayak and a paddle board available.
Dogs permitted (2) for extra fee and proof of current vaccinations for Rabies and Distemper, other pets considered.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(57 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
Our family had a wonderful stay at Little Bear Island the first week in September. It was a truly great stay. We enjoyed the house and being able to spend time on the water. The communication before and during our stay was excellent and the guidance on how to navigate to the island dock was so appreciated. We rented a boat from Trexler's Marina and they also provided excellent and responsive service. Our family, including kids were so grateful for the chance to spend a week on this island and to be on Lake Winnipesaukee.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Wonderful stay. Would definitely recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We loved staying in this cabin on Little Bear Island - Location and view were stellar! Enjoyed swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. The neighbors were super nice too. Great experience overall!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We loved our stay on Little Bear. We were very pleased with the location, as it's in a calmer part of the lake. Less traffic, far less wake at the dock than other properties we've stayed at. We felt right at home with the property, very well appointed. Nice not having to boat your trash out or bring bottled water. Dock has bumpers in all the right spots. Just pull up and cleat up. It's the little things like this that pay dividends when you're on an island. Place was clean, excellent wifi, plenty of the things you may forgotten back at home were already in place. Greg is very responsive, and truly wants his customers to enjoy their stay. Super happy about our time on the lake.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
This home exceeded our expectations! It had everything we needed and more. My husband and two boys (ages 8 and 10) enjoyed fishing and kayaking, while I soaked up the gorgeous sunrises and swam in the lake. It’s the perfect location with so much to do in the area from hiking trails with waterfalls to nice beach spots on the lake. The owners are wonderful people who were more than accommodating with any questions and concerns we had. We can’t wait to go back!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Just a great stay, can’t say enough about the host, house and property, well kept, great dock for the boat, this property is the definition of a vacation home. Everything you need is there, the host goes above and beyond to make sure the guest are happy. The area on the island is beautiful with great views. Nothing at all negative to say about the host and property. Had such a relaxing and great time with just me and my 18 yr old son, great fishing as well. Thanks again the the host.
5.0 / 5.0
May 2024
We absolutely love staying on Little Bear Island! As avid boaters, it is such a unique experience to be able to stay on an island (and something we'd never be able to afford otherwise!!)!!! This property is perfect for our low-key and relaxing family weekend. The owners are such fantastic people and make you feel like family when you're there! The property is lovely and has everything we could ask for. We look forward to many more Memorial Day weekends on Little Bear!!!
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2023
I've done the island thing on Winni many times before so I had a good idea what to expect, and I wasn't disappointed. It was all very relaxing, clean, very nice place. For some reason we thought there was a washer/dryer, when I went back to the listing I didn't see it so I guess I was confused. But I would definitely suggest they be added. Tracking down and using a laundromat is a real detriment when you're on an island and on vacation and I'd rather do a small wash on wednesday than bring more out with me. Just a suggestion, like I said, it was a good relaxing time.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Gilford?

The average price for a rental in Gilford is $484 per night. This rental is $13 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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