Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach
Chalet in Madison, NH
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this chalet rental
Island Drive Getaway
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Cozy, inviting, and perfectly atmospheric, this A-frame chalet sits just a few minutes' walk from Thusis Beach on the south shore of Pea Porridge Pond. You'll be amid hiking and snowmobile trails, ski slopes, fall foliage drives, boating, and swimming - with beautiful pine walls, a gas-log stove, and a quiet, comfortable living space to come home to each day. Use the provided kayaks and life jackets to get out on the water each morning, returning home for a coffee or cocoa outside on the deck and breakfast prepared in the well-equipped kitchen. Spend your evenings gathering around the seasonal firepit to roast marshmallows with your loved ones or snuggling up inside for a game of cards and a movie by the fire in the living room.
Things to Know
Central air-conditioning is available from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.
The firepit, grill, and sporting equipment can only be used from May to October.
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Cozy, inviting, and perfectly atmospheric, this A-frame chalet sits just a few minutes' walk from Thusis Beach on the south shore of Pea Porridge Pond. You'll be amid hiking and snowmobile trails, ski slopes, fall foliage drives, boating, and swimming - with beautiful pine walls, a gas-log stove, and a quiet, comfortable living space to come home to each day. Use the provided kayaks and life jackets to get out on the water each morning, returning home for a coffee or cocoa outside on the deck and breakfast prepared in the well-equipped kitchen. Spend your evenings gathering around the seasonal firepit to roast marshmallows with your loved ones or snuggling up inside for a game of cards and a movie by the fire in the living room.
Things to Know
Central air-conditioning is available from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.
The firepit, grill, and sporting equipment can only be used from May to October.
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Madison, NH
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Ratings and reviews
6.0 / 10.0
First off Google doesn’t know where this house is. They have the location in the wrong spot.
When we did find the correct house we opened the door to a musty dog smell and a really sad ceiling fan that was covered in dust.
After a really long drive the first thing I needed was the bathroom. While using the bathroom I was unfortunately not alone. There was a 1/2 dead mouse right at my feet.
While I’m trying to get this mouse out the toilet was clogged so now the bowl is filling with water. I’m freaking out because I’m trying to get the mouse without touching it and a toilet is about to overflow all over the floor.
After dealing with all of that we look around the house and decide there is no way we can stay upstairs because it smells too much like dog and the railing going down the stairs is rather shaky and we didn’t want to fall down the stairs.
The down stairs bedroom was not much better. The beading had some stains on it and there were no pillow cases on any of the pillows. There were also stains on the couch’s as well.
Overall the cleanliness was lacking between the cobwebs and dust and its overall upkeep was also lacking. There’s ducttape holding trim on the cabinet in the kitchen, the shower door you have to fight with to open and close, fridge door doesn’t want to shut. And a can’t understand the use of pushpins to hold things like curtains and pictures.
Over all this property does not live up to the pictures in the add and I wouldn’t rent it again.
8.0 / 10.0
We liked our experience at this cabin and it allowed us to do great activities in the White mountains (my spouse, myself and our dog). The cabin is super cozy and confortable with the heating and AC units. However, we noted 3 downsides that can't give the 5 star review :
- General cleanliness was okay, but not great. A good portion of the dishes and cookware were pretty dirty and we had to do a lot of dishes upon arrival.
- We wanted to use the kayaks on the lake, but we were just not able to carry them over the long distance to get to the closest beach access.
- We wanted to play in the lake with our dog, but turns out the area is not very dog friendly and that they are not allowed anywhere near the lake.
Other than that, everything was great and we had a nice vacation!
4.0 / 10.0
House was very dirty. Bird droppings on front porch/deck ,door and door handle. Food crumbs on countertops and kitchen floor. Refrigerator had dried food on shelves. Ceiling fan had caked on dust. Ants were in kitchen draws and on countertops. All dishes,silverware and pots were not clean. Bed linens had large dark stains on them. We could hear a large animal/ rodent crawling in the wall in the living room. No dish pan to wash dishes.
8.0 / 10.0
This home was a cozy, centrally located place. The house was clean and kitchen was well stocked.
Cons were due to the extremely large and heavy kayaks and length of walk to the beach, we were not able to use them like we had hoped. You would have to have a pick-up truck to actually utilize the kayaks.
The lake is only a short walk down the road. The beach and water were clean and quiet. Our kids enjoyed swimming and spending time by the water.
The neighborhood is peaceful and road is quiet.
The upstairs bedroom is not airconditioned, but does have a nice window to create air flow. Unfortunatley we were not able to use the ceiling fan to cool the upstairs due to the thick coating of dust.
Overall this was a nice place to stay for a few days and we really enjoyed our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
We were in the area for the total eclipse and glad we stayed here! Perfect space for our two families (including dog). Close to the Kancamagus, Whites, etc but also a sweet place to just relax. Furnishings were basic but mostly everything we needed.
10.0 / 10.0
2nd time staying. Cute area and in a great location to a lot of hiking trails. Google maps for some reason did not bring us right to the house this time.. but we were able to find our way looking at house numbers. We arrived at night so the house being lit up for us also was very helpful.
8.0 / 10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was as shown. It was a great location to nearby attractions but felt private enough in a good neighborhood. Definitely bring blankets/comforters. When showering space out showers for hot water purposes
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed in excellent VRBO rentals before. Only problem was garbage from previous rentals had never been removed from property. As snow melted we found an old cigar but on deck as well as dog poop. Which we picked up ourselves. The were many different conflicting instructions on what not to do and what to do in regards to heat, water, dishwasher (there is no dishwasher), but there were pods for one? Otherwise, we had fun. Would recommend streamlining instructions, and removing trash as we had to take ours home.
10.0 / 10.0
Was cozy and clean, we had a great time. Perfect getaway location to just relax and enjoy time with friends and family.
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean, quiet area. A great little space for a getaway! We loved that there were separate bedrooms available with a dog friendly policy. Will consider staying again soon
8.0 / 10.0
Water from tap was very noticeably yellow compared to bottled water.
Water pump was quite noisy
Very well equipped and cozy, overall comfortable stay.
10.0 / 10.0
A very cute and private spot to get away, great location for hiking!
6.0 / 10.0
The chalet was generally nice. The majority of the home was clean and prepared for our stay. There was definitely some moisture, contributing to a musty smell. We didn’t contemplate turning on the fan or gas fireplace due to dustiness. The beds aren’t the best. There is hot water in the shower but not the bathroom sink, leading to nightly toothbrushing in the kitchen.
The location is nice and quiet but ultimately the overall quality/expectation may not be in line with the pricing.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely property! We had the best time. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice and quiet location. Rental was clean and comfortable. All three of us (fiancé, dog, myself) slept comfortably and enjoyed our downtime when there. Perfect location in terms of getting to fun spots in the North Conway area. Just be careful when driving around at night as roads are not as well lit but that’s to be expected where the rental was. All in all we had a blast during our short time in NH and would definitely go back and consider staying at that rental.
10.0 / 10.0
I always wanted to stay in an A-frame during a vacation and this place did not disappoint! Awesome place inside. Great deck and firepit. It also is located close to a beautiful lake with multiple small beaches within walking distances. Kayaks were provided and great for time spent on the lake. I would definitely stay at this location again!.
8.0 / 10.0
In the heart of the forest quite close to the lake, a very quiet and pleasant place, the house is well equipped and there is a clear list of instructions.
6.0 / 10.0
The place was fine just smelt a bit when we got there & the smoke alarms were chirping. Yard work could use a bit more work. Overall it was clean comfortable beds but small. Hair dryer box under sink but no hairdryer located in it. GapS never brought us to exact location
10.0 / 10.0
This place was great
Every thing you need and within 30min of NConway. Verry cozy and very clean
On my next trip north this will be my first call great for a couple or young family
Heat and ac works perfect no problems at all
Down in a hallow with pleanty of tree between you and the road short walk to the beach definitely coming back loved it
To the owners thank you
10.0 / 10.0
Will do again
10.0 / 10.0
For the money it’s a good deal. Heat is good even when dipped to 10 degrees no issue. Centrally located to lots of attractions. Driveway was well plowed and sanded. Shower was nice and hot. No issues.
10.0 / 10.0
Our family had a wonderful stay here. It was a great homebase to explore the mount Washington valley. It was very clean, easy to check-in and out, and cozy for all. Thanks for having us!
10.0 / 10.0
Great find for a long weekend getaway
Always wanted to stay in an A frame! Check in was easy and directions were clear. Home was clean and heat was easy to use. Kitchen had everything needed for cooking meals. Stayed here with my husband and dog.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect spot
The perfect little mountain getaway! Warm and cozy, easy in and out to North Conway and all the winter fun. We will definitely be coming back!
8.0 / 10.0
Cozy A-Frame
Cozy but definitely big enough for a family of 4 plus a dog. Our teens stayed up in the upstairs bedroom with the double bed, and we were downstairs. I think they loved having their own space up there. The kitchen is a good size and layout to make small or easy meals, cutting down on money spent eating out. A half hour from Attitash, we skied most days and then stopped in North Conway on our way back to the rental.
10.0 / 10.0
A-Frame Paradise
Very cozy, very clean. Nice little mountain paradise.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location, cozy space!
We were very happy with the property and would love to see it in the summer too. Communication with vacasa was excellent and house directions were clearly labeled and easy to follow. Very cute house and well stocked!
8.0 / 10.0
Nice A Frame
Great size for two people! Unfortunately, the hot water heater is rather small.
10.0 / 10.0
Short weekend away
We enjoyed a nice weekend away at this property. It was a great place to hunker down in the rain, and my guess is it is even better even the weather cooperates and you can use the fire pit and kayaks
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful Experience
The Cabin was cozy and rustic, clean and surrounded by trees and chirping birds, it was kind of secluded yet there were neighbors around although not too much. It was beautiful stillness. On the corner of the road there was private beach and we went kayaking with the kayaks provided, that was beauty in it of itself. When we had a question we were able to text and call the on call manager which was awesome!! Thanks for this beautiful stay, would love to come back albeit rather in the fall with the beautiful colors.
10.0 / 10.0
Best
It were a good time.5*
10.0 / 10.0
Winter Vacation
Great Quiet Location
8.0 / 10.0
Awesome stay
Very cute house, had just enough wares to get us through four days! The hot water only lasts a few mins in the shower though. Gas fireplace was super inconvenient to light but the electric heat was very user friendly so we just used that. Perfect for a small family or group. Baby friendly. Just enough room in the bedroom for a pack n play.
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy!!
What a nice place! This A Frame was so cozy and had everything we needed, sooo pleased! Location was great too, away from all the commotion. I would highly recommend this place
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay
I highly recommend this cabin! It’s very cozy and comfortable. Very clean as well. We enjoyed our stay and thankful that we were able to bring our dog with us. Only complaint would be having to take the trash with us.
10.0 / 10.0
Great NH home
The rental property was a great weekend, can't wait to come back.
10.0 / 10.0
Cute and comfortable
We spent the weekend bushwhacking through the woods, so it was nice to come back to such a lovely little cottage to relax.
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing vacation
Had a great relaxing time at this cute A frame. So homey and quiet. Only complaint is the private beach right by the cottage, the water was infested with dead black flies. But all the other beaches right near by were great. Didn't get to take the kayaks and canoe out.. hopefully we get to come back and do it next time. We and the kids loved it here!!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Getaway
This location was so perfect! The house was clean and the amenities were great. I loved walking the quiet dirt road in the morning. The neighbors were super friendly and the private beach was such a bonus we had the whole beach to ourselves it was the perfect getaway with friends just what we needed! Looking forward to coming back.
8.0 / 10.0
August vacation
Very clean. Unfortunately we were there during a storm and lost power. Recommend stocking the unit with candles and flashlight just in case this happens again. Other than that nice unit and great neighborhood!
FAQs
How much does this chalet cost compared to others in Madison?
The average price for a rental in Madison is $300 per night. This rental is $67 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this chalet?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this chalet?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this chalet. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach pet friendly?
Yes! This chalet is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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