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The Ultimate Getaway at a Charming Two-Bedroom Lakeside Cottage on Winnipesaukee

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 667 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Alton, NH
  • Place, Sleepers Island
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellacoya State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Alton Bay

When you stay at this cottage in Alton Bay, you'll be on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Winnipesaukee and Gunstock Mountain Resort. .This cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Sleepers Island and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Ellacoya State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Sleepers Island - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ellacoya State Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Coaster - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 11 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 31 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolfetrap Grill And Rawbar - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Harmony Coffee House - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ellacoya Barn & Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gilford Village Store - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Ultimate Getaway at a Charming Two-Bedroom Lakeside Cottage on Winnipesaukee

Put your boat or PWC right in the water at the boat drop just steps away from the front door! Our neighborhood includes its own private beach, this idyllic retreat promises an unforgettable vacation. Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your boat, and enjoy our Quintessential Lake Cottage!

Enjoy Memorial Day, Bike Week, July 4th, Veteran's Day, or a concert at Bank of NH Pavilion! Ask your host about the wonderful restaurants. We are only 1.5 miles away from Ellacoya Barn and Grill, a local fan favorite with an incredible ambiance and friendly staff. Take a drive to Foster’s Tavern (7.8 miles) along the extremely scenic, Mt Major Highway! Go for a hike at Mount Major Trail, just a few minute drive from the cottage. Start a fire in our, one-of-a-kind, fire-pit and private back yard! Lay down and relax under the stars on our cozy hammock. Ask about our paddle board and kayak. Play some can-jam or ring toss and enjoy all the amenities included with our home. Do you prefer gas or charcoal grills? We have both! Come inside our cozy home to cook a nice meal in the kitchen or just kick your feet up and relax. Gas stove, oven, refrigerator, freezer, air fryer, keurig, pots, pans, plate-ware, glassware, are all available to you.

In the winter, enjoy all that Alton Bay offers with skiing at nearby Gunstock Mountain! It's only 6 miles away! Ice fishing is also popular in town and you can drive to see the planes landing on Alton Bay in the winter. It is picturesque in every season. Enjoy your stay! :-)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as charcoal grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 724 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

The Ultimate Getaway at a Charming Two-Bedroom Lakeside Cottage on Winnipesaukee Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was cozy and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nick and Tayla was were amazing hosts. The house was in pristine condition and you can’t beat that location !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay. The home was very clean and well stocked. The outdoor area was perfect for grilling and eating. The surroundings are quiet and relaxing. There is fire pit which was great for S'mores. It is a short walk to the private beach. The water was excellent - we enjoyed paddle boarding and swimming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

sweet cottage

we had a really nice couple of nights at the lakeside cottage. we used it as homebase for visiting some family, friends and college visits. the yard and fire pit made the property for us, only being there in the evenings. thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was nicely located and accessible to where we wanted to go. It is a semiprivate location with plenty of space for us and our dog. Nick was great with communication. The weekend was fabulous and relaxing. We would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briton A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time on the lake

SUPER responsive to any and all needs, very clean home, great location for a relaxing time with family :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin perfect for families

We loved our stay at Nick and Tayla’s place! We were two families totaling 4 adults and 2 toddlers - their place was perfect for us especially with the private beach access and all the bonus amenities like the toys/books, paddleboard, life jackets and beach gear. Location was great too, being close to hikes and not too far from town if we wanted to grab something/eat out. Nick was also super communicative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location to enjoy Lake Winnipesaukee

Nick was a great host - provided lots of info and kind touches, like a bottle of wine :) would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing time!

My boyfriend and I were looking for a quiet getaway to enjoy some time together. This cottage was absolutely perfect for some quiet time together! Nick and Tayla were very kind and accommodating, giving us recommendations on places to go and things to see! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandee E.

Liked: Cleanliness

This Winnie Gem was the perfect getaway for our family!

We had an amazing stay with our family of 5 and our dog at this quaint cottage. The property exceeded our expectations and the calm, serene atmosphere brought solace to our souls. It was an incredible place to connect more deeply as a family and dial back our typically very busy life. Located in a lovely, quiet neighborhood with direct private beach access was so wonderful! All the amenities and personal touches rank this at the top of the list of all of the VRBO’s we’ve frequented (and it’s a lot). Additionally, Nick was the most proactive, attentive and responsive host we could have possibly wanted. Genuinely helpful with every question, guiding us before and during our stay, and incredibly understanding and accommodating when a family emergency upended our trip. We are so grateful for the time we spent at this gem and we will absolutely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Vacay

Just a short stay but VERY cozy and clean with great spaces and decor. They were incredibly responsive and helpful. I would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A gem!

This property is a comfortable, hospitable and perfectly located. We loved staying here and found the owners to be accommodating and attentive to the details! Everything you need is here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Cottage

Great cottage right by the lake. Host was incredibly responsive and helpful. Fun back yard for games and grilling. 5/5 would recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness

ADORABLE Cottage on Lake Winnipesaukee

We couldn’t have been happier when we arrived at this beautiful sweet cottage! So many personal touches and so clean! Nick was great from the time we booked and readily available throughout our stay. We are already talking about booking again next year! You won’t be disappointed, we loved the area and this was the perfect place to stay- secluded yet convenient to stores and restaurants! This was the only two bedroom place we could find for adult friends where both bedrooms had queen beds- not twins or bunks. No complaints, we loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A peaceful & relaxing respite situated in a prime location!

My boyfriend & I our rented this lovely, well-appointed cottage Memorial Day weekend and found all aspects of our stay to be outstanding. We were looking for a low-key getaway where we could unwind with our 2 small dogs and enjoy the lake and mountain scenery. The property is nestled in a nice neighborhood only a short walk to the water and the cottage itself was pristine and well-appointed. The hosts were kind enough to welcome us with treats along with a super helpful guide that contained everything we needed to know about the cottage as well as great local recommendations that did not disappoint. Communication could not have been better, the hosts were proactive, responsive and incredibly accommodating- even allowing us to extend checkout on our last day so that we could enjoy the great weather and people-watching at Weirs Beach without having to rush. Highly recommend and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024