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Your own private Island Retreat

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Escape to your very own private island with 3 separate buildings, each offering a unique experience. The main cabin boasts 360-degree water views and an open concept living space with a full kitchen and screened-in porch. With comfy cove cabin's queen-size bed and picnic table, kids cabin's bunk beds, hammock swings, fire pit on the front deck you'll have plenty of spaces to unwind.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1088 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Your own private Island Retreat

Your very own private island with 3 separate buildings. The main cabin sits on the southeastern side of the 2 acre lot and features an open concept 600 square feet of living space including 4 full size beds, a full kitchen with island, a living room, screened in porch, and 1/2 bathroom and all with 360 degree water views. For those of you that enjoy the comforts of home don't worry. The main building is fully protected from the elements. The walls are insulated and the building has heat and air-condition. And of course if you need to work or stream a movie we also have the internet. The main building also has an enclosed outdoor shower. Heading west out from the main cabin about 150' feet away and across the boardwalk you will 1st run into comfy cove cabin. You will find an open concept 175 square foot cabin with a queen size bed , a mini fridge, plenty of storage for your clothes and items along with some comfy chairs to drink your morning coffee while looking out into the lake along with its own picnic table.
Continue to the rear of the property over the next boardwalk and passing a brand new outhouse with a composting toilet you will come along kids cabin at the top of the hill you will find Another open concept 175 square foot space also with 365 degree water views and an amazing front porch. This space has two sets of bunk beds with fulls on bottom and twins on top and water views from every bed. Along with hammock swings, front deck with chairs, a fire pit, and swings. There are two 8' wood picnic tables that can seat up to 10 people each. Swains lake is approximately 250 acres and has a public boat launch if you want to bring your own boat. While staying you will have access to a 14' Jon boat which will get you back and forth to the mainland were their is parking for up to 4 vehicles, several kids kayaks, and a few adult kayaks and paddle boards are on-site for your enjoyment. The kitchen is stocked with most everything you need to cook along with a full size propane grill outside.
The screened in front porch with its views is most likely the spot you will speed most of your time when your not outside or sleeping. An outdoor shower is available at the main cabin with a surround
Note that this property is on an island. It is not accessible via road or by foot. It does require traveling on a boat to get to and from the property. This requires getting in and out of a boat and being on the water and on and off a dock. The land has well cleared paths but keep in mind this is a wooded lot with roots, rocks, and some hills and terrain. There is no portable water on the island but there is filtered lake water that can be used to wash hands, do dishes, and take a shower. If you want drinking water please bring that along with you. There is a clothes line to dry your swimsuits and towels and also a small electric dryer if need be.
Linens are not included so please pack your own sheets. Blankets and pillows are provided.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

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Barrington, NH

What's nearby

  • Ayers Pond - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • University of New Hampshire - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Bow Lake - 22 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Flag Hill Winery - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Market Square - 39 min drive - 40.5 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunny's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your own private Island Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your own private Island Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your own private Island Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your own private Island Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Stonehouse Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Langley & Kennard Forest and Ayers Pond. Chesley Memorial Library and Wheelwright Pond are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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