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Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 773 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

Little Bear Cottage

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Spend a quintessential New Hampshire summer at this cozy, two-bedroom cottage on the shores of Big Pea Porridge Pond, a lakefront retreat that comes with a private dock, a small private beach, as well as a canoe and kayaks to take out on the water whenever you please. This home is nestled among trees that become a spray of color each autumn, with gorgeous views of the lake that you can enjoy from the large screened porch, the back deck, and the picnic table in the yard. You'll be able to spend your days swimming, boating, playing horseshoes, and flipping burgers on the grill outside. As for the evening hours, you can roast marshmallows around the seasonal firepit, mix cocktails at the tiki bar in the screened porch, and curl up in front of the two TVs - one Smart TV and one flatscreen with a Roku - for a night of your favorite movies and shows.

What's nearby:
This lakefront home sits on the southern shore of Big Pea Porridge Pond in Eidelweiss Village, a community with five association beaches (including Thusis Beach just down the road). When you're not exploring Little, Middle, and Big Pea Porridge Pond by kayak, you'll be less than five miles south of downtown Conway, where you can meet up with the iconic Kancamagus Highway for a spectacular foliage drive in autumn. If you're visiting in winter, you'll have your choice of nearby ski slopes, including King Pine (eight miles south), Cranmore (11 miles north), and Attitash (18 miles northwest). You'll also be a few minutes' drive from the Conway Scenic Railroad and a wealth of tax-free outlet shopping in Conway and North Conway.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Window AC is available in the living room from Memorial Day to Columbus Day; fans are provided throughout the house
Kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets are provided

This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.

*Please note that this home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, with a Good Neighborhood Policy and quiet hours. Any violations (including those of maximum occupancy) can result in immediate eviction without refund.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details:




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.

Property manager

Vacasa of New Hampshire

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 783 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 and a first aid kit
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

47580

About the neighborhood

Map
Madison, NH

What's nearby

  • Saco River - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Kahuna Laguna - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 20 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Black Cap Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Almost There Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Frye's Store - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Conway Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of White Mountain National Forest and Madison Boulder Natural Area. Beach Area no. 2 and Beach Area #1 are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

It was the perfect fall getaway
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10

Perfect little cottage in the perfect location with great amenities and very clean.
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10/10

Amazing! Just do it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Went for my wife’s birthday. The cabin was clean and well-appointed. The bed and linens were very comfortable. The pond was large with plenty of space to fish and kayak. We really enjoyed the fire pit at night and looking at the stars. A very relaxing and quiet retreat, especially for those who love nature. Would book again, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10

Kids loved the lake. They were out there everyday catching Bass, Pike and Catfish. Kids loved the Kayaks. They didn't want to leave.
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8/10

The stay was definitely cleaned as well as local housekeeping could, but there were larger "deep cleaning" issues. The view was amazing, just a couple of items of furnishing were in disrepair (a broken chair, a few nonoperational window coverings) and the walls were dingy.

10/10

The place is exactly as advertised. It's clean and comfy. The canoe and kayaks were great and the private lake access is awesome. It would be great if they had laundry (and a dishwasher, but now I'm getting picky).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our mini getaway and the place was clean, quaint, great location and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

We traveled down to NH for a few days to show our kids where we got married and goto to story land. We loved this little cabin, it was perfect for our family. It was equipped with everything we needed, plenty of extra towels and linens. The home was very clean upon arrival and we had 0 issues during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10

Good privacy. Great location. Close enough to town with easy access and far enough away from downtown tourism noise. Clean and comfortable. Plenty of room for a couple or small family. Great lake frontage and dock. At this price point the place is a super bargain.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10

The pond.. steps away from the house and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10

Beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Lake & private beach were beautiful. The listing says washer/dryer but not that you have to go into town so that is my only complaint that it should be changed to not available on site.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed with our 3 kids , perfect spot on private beach with plenty of yard space. Appreciated the ac and cleanliness of home. Close drive to Conway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Great get away for our family. Use of the kayaks and canoe was a plus. Comfortable place to stay for the 4 of us. Would stay there again. The Association beach was next door if we want a larger sandy area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Place was great as well as the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

Very cute private spot, kids loved the water and we enjoyed hanging on the lake in the kayaks and canoe. Place was clean and tidy but had its quirks, but so does every place. We would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We had a lovely time at this property for the Labor Day weekend. It was a perfect spot for our kids to play, swim, and fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

4/10

Entire place needed a VERY deep cleaning job inside and out. Lots of mold, dirt, cobwebs, etc. Furniture, kitchen appliances, floors, bath, etc. were clean. No instructions for TV, DVD, heaters, etc. Dock broken. House itself was nice, great location, extremely quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

great location. nice property and screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10

The place was great. Right on the lake. Private beach area. Inside was a nice set up. Would rent again. Only complaint was no shade in one of the bedroom windows. For sleeping in and private that needs to be fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Great little property has everything you need - little beach, dock, grill, fire pit, screened-in porch, even fishing poles! Pea Porridge Pond is quiet and peaceful - many mornings there was even a loon on the pond. Very conveniently located to lots of hiking, inside and outside the white mountains. Property was clean and communication with the rental company was easy. Recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

We absolutely loved the location of this house. The private beach and the view in the morning are just incredible. The house was big enough for our family of 6 to have a very comfortable stay. We spent many hours outside enjoying the pond and using the canoe and kayaks. I would rent this house again in a heart beat. I would love to see the foliage from here in the fall. Also great communication with vacasa and the property manager whenever we needed to discuss anything with them or ask a question. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay at this property, it’s perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

1st week of September with temperatures in the 80’s. Couldn’t ask for better weather. When we entered the home we saw a spectacular view of the pond from the kitchen and living room. Perfectly bordered by the trees on either side it’s picture perfect. We had a wonderful stay floating in the pond and we even met a couple of kayakers. This is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023