Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,
House in New Durham, NH
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Summary:
Shaws Pond Lakefront Retreat! - Quaint Waterfront Cottage with Deck and Fire Pit!
The Space:
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.
Guest Access:
Enjoy the waters with our complimentary kayak and 2 life jackets.
Other Things to Note:
Grill: We ask our guests to clean the grill after use or before check out as a courtesy to the next guests otherwise, additional $35 fee will be charged for cleaning the grill. Thank you!
Please make sure to bring your own beach towels as we only provide bath towels.
Ice: Please note that we do not have an ice maker available on the premises, we kindly request that guests bring their own ice if needed.
Winter time: Given the harsh and unpredictable New England weather, we do not guarantee that deck will be cleared off during the winter time. We're hoping for your understanding!
Interaction with Guests:
We will be available throughout your stay to offer assistance, and we can stay in touch via phone or email for any inquiries or support needed.
Shaws Pond Lakefront Retreat! - Quaint Waterfront Cottage with Deck and Fire Pit!
The Space:
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.
Guest Access:
Enjoy the waters with our complimentary kayak and 2 life jackets.
Other Things to Note:
Grill: We ask our guests to clean the grill after use or before check out as a courtesy to the next guests otherwise, additional $35 fee will be charged for cleaning the grill. Thank you!
Please make sure to bring your own beach towels as we only provide bath towels.
Ice: Please note that we do not have an ice maker available on the premises, we kindly request that guests bring their own ice if needed.
Winter time: Given the harsh and unpredictable New England weather, we do not guarantee that deck will be cleared off during the winter time. We're hoping for your understanding!
Interaction with Guests:
We will be available throughout your stay to offer assistance, and we can stay in touch via phone or email for any inquiries or support needed.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of New Durham, NH
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 5.0
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 !
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time on Shaw’s Pond! House was perfect for us and our 3 grown kids! Awesome fishing!
5.0 / 5.0
We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back one day. The deck was a great place to chat and chill!
5.0 / 5.0
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.
3.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
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!
5.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful location on the pond. 5 minutes to Wolfeboro center. Very quiet, clean, spacious
2.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location! House very clean in a peaceful location! Fabulous amenities.
5.0 / 5.0
Brought 2 kayaks with us which added to fun on the water. Wolfeboro is very close and many activities to do in the area
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in New Durham?
The average price for a rental in New Durham is $467 per night. This rental is $163 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.
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