Escape the city and find a home away from home at Alpen Suite in Ossipee, perfectly suited for families or large travel groups. Gather around the firepit under starry skies, challenge each other to a foosball game, or simply relax by the wood stove in this charming vacation rental with free WiFi.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10123 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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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.
Dog-Friendly Cottage w/Free WiFi, Kayak, Firepit, and Wood Stove
Alpen Suite in Ossipee
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Erected in 1978 by the owner's father who was looking for an escape from the city, the Alpen Suite in Ossipee is the ideal home away from home for your family or large travel group. Whether you're visiting to hike the local trails, kayak on the lake, or ski the slopes at one of the local resorts, you'll find plenty to do here no matter the season. This charming vacation rental features a well-equipped, full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar, a dining table with bench seating for mealtimes or rainy day games, a cozy living area with a flatscreen TV and a warming wood stove, and a game room with a foosball table. And outside, gather around the firepit as the stars come out.
Things to Know Free WiFi Full kitchen (no dishwasher) Up to two family dogs are welcome A 4x4 or equivalent is recommended in winter Includes one kayak for guest use 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. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 8 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.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free internet
Parking and transportation
Car required
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Kayak
Basketball nearby
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
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)
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
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Center Ossipee, this vacation home is near theme parks and in the mountains. The Barnstormers Theatre and Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Silver Lake Railroad and Castle in the Clouds. Traveling with kids? Consider Monkey Trunk Chocorua, or check out an event or a game at Club Motorsports. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating. Visit our Center Ossipee travel guide
Is Dog-Friendly Cottage w/Free WiFi, Kayak, Firepit, and Wood Stove pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Cottage w/Free WiFi, Kayak, Firepit, and Wood Stove?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Cottage w/Free WiFi, Kayak, Firepit, and Wood Stove?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-Friendly Cottage w/Free WiFi, Kayak, Firepit, and Wood Stove located?
This family-friendly Center Ossipee vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ossipee Lake and Indian Mound Golf Course. Ossipee Lake Trail and Bearcamp River are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Dog-Friendly Cottage w/Free WiFi, Kayak, Firepit, and Wood Stove Reviews
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Took short 5 day trip to visit son and his family. Looked for something close to him and cabin fit the need. Good location in the area. Nice place to stay and would recommend it to anyone.
The property has a perfect location within walking distance to the nearby lake. A perfect place for some birding!
There is minimal road noise. A grocery store is just down the road. The cabin has good amenities and plenty of hot water.
Everyone was up to par , pictures are accurate to the listing in person . Beautiful scenery, space , big enough where everyone can have their own thing going cozy enough where u can still come together and have that family time . Loved it !! Would absolutely stay again .
Great little house. The property was clean except for the cookware and there were nice little touches provided within the home that really added a fun twist to our stay like the Christmas Tree, firewood, travel size shower supplies, and lots of board games. I'd love to stay again!
A group of nine of us went up for a winter family weekend away. The cottage was perfectly cozy and had everything we needed. The wood stove was excellent and definitely appreciated by us all during our snowy weekend. The kitchen and dining area was great for a large group to enjoy meals family-style. Overall, we all really enjoyed our stay. I’m sure it’s even better in the summertime!
Chloe A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Cara H.
19 July 2024
Ossipee
This house was great and met our needs perfectly. The only thing that would’ve made it better is the use of the washer dryer. But we knew they were unavailable before going so we packed accordingly. We had a wonderful family vacation and are so grateful to have found this house.
Convenient location for our out of state visitors, only 2 1/2 miles from our home.
This worked out well for us. The game room towards the back was a great place for the kids to spend time. The kids loved the hammocks and the foos ball table. Use of the yard would have been nice but at the time of our stay…still snow covered. Will keep this place in mind for future out of state visitors.
Jeannie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Chris L.
13 October 2024
Nice place but beware
The cleanliness of this home was extremely subpar. The place has lots of potential. However be advised you might want to bring your own bedding, utensils, pots, pans and a vacuum.
Chris L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Ben F.
22 July 2025
Not the greatest
The garbage situation was bad -- there was a lot of garbage in the cans when we arrived and overnight animals tore through it. So then garbage sat all over the yard the entire time we were there. We notified Vacasa too. Inside the house there was no glassware - had to drink wine out of coffee cups.
We appreciated the accommodations and being able to have enough beds along with bringing our dog. The kids loved the game room although in August we could really only spend time out there in the morning when it was cool enough. We did have a creature visit the trash cans one evening and despite being advertised as having bear proof trash cans, both trash cans were lock free so there was some trash strewn about. We were able to clean it up, but it did make us a bit nervous for the duration of the stay. The trash was very full when we arrived and was only partially emptied one day during our 5 day stay. Inside there were lots of broken things (chairs, towel hooks, etc) and cooking in the kitchen was challenging as the supplies were inconsistent (not enough forks, salt but no pepper, no sponge for dishes).
Laura I.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kenneth H.
15 July 2025
Rustic cabin in the woods
The property was nice and the area is very quiet. It is a short walk to the beach area, but they are all private beaches with no public right of way so we had to drive to one of the 2 public beaches in the area, both are around a 10 minute drive at the most to enjoy the water. The cabin was comfy for everyone, the game room and backyard of the property were great. We did not use the kayak that was on the property due to the beaches that are a short walk away are all private and there was no information at the property if one of them was accessible by anyone visiting the property. Overall there were some issues like only 1 fork and 2 spoons in the kitchen, a light out on the upstairs bathroom, and some other lighting issues that we worked around. It worked on for us, but would not return to the same property.
Kenneth H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Justin David J.
9 July 2023
Great spot, clean, lacked a few things.
The house and lot was perfect a perfect size for our 9 people. The home was beautiful. We really enjoyed the space. This home was lacking three things. No air conditioning, no dishwasher, and no laundry. Our crew dealt with it just fine, but keep that in mind before you book.
Walked in and walked out 2 his later. Portable ac was unable to perform in 95 degree weather.
Pictures were nice but actual place wasn't a nice as the pictures. Garbage was strewn in the front yard when we arrived. Fireplace smelled of previous fire. We did not stay and have asked for a refund.
The cottage itself was fine. A little dusty inside but good enough. But the trash situation outside was terrible and dangerous. When we arrived there was a trash can with a bear lock laying on top of another trash can. I assumed they both had locks and were empty. But the one on the bottom had NO BEAR LOCK and was FULL of loose, unbagged trash. Around midnight we heard noise outside and discovered a bear had pulled the trash cans over, smashing my headlight in the process. There was trash all over the ground, so i had to clean that up in the middle of the night. We reported this to Vacasa immediately and the next day a man came to "remove the trash" but he only took the trash bags out of the bear lock bin. The trash can full of loose trash was not touched at all. We again reported the unsafe conditions but no one came to remove the trash for the entire time we were there. Apparently other reviews from months ago mention the unsafe trash conditions. This is a known problem that keeps being ignored. Would not recommend staying here, especially if you have children or pets. Its not safe and Vacasa wont help you. They wouldnt even offer any sort of partial refund to make up for my vehicle's damage, and the fact I was cleaning up someone else's trash in the middle of the night. Won't ever book through Vacasa again.
Stephanie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Heather G.
24 December 2022
Rustic home
Camp style home near lake but no access to lake.
Heather G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
William W.
7 December 2022
Cozy little place
Very clean and comfortable. had an enjoyable weekend with friends in the comfort of this place.
William W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly N.
10 September 2022
Greatest real cabin getaway
This little getaway was amazing you could kick your shoes off and feel like you were home everything you could have needed was there it was warm and inviting and not so perfect that you didn't want to touch anything just an awesome loved cabin thank you so much for the getaway
Kimberly N.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Martha L.
30 July 2022
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
No Ossipee Beach Access
10 minute walk to beach that is private. I called property management to find out where we were allowed to access beach. I was told my inquiry would be escalated to upper management. Hours later someone from Oregon called back, he was looking into it. I finally called owner who said no beach access and no public beach in walking distance; the owner was pleasant. Closest public beach was at Silver Lake.
No dishwasher so you would think there would be a basin to fill in the sink but no. Plates in cabinet had specs of dried food. Use paper products. A/C was in tough shape. Window screens missing or ripped, bugs get in. Yard was a mess, old dirty furniture. Beds comfortable and clean sheets but blankets and and bed covers not fresh. 2nd floor bedrooms hot, need to leave doors open to share one small Window A/C., and bathroom smelled of vomit. Things in basement piled up in front of washer, dryer- not accessible. Good place for family or bachelor party.
Cozy, clean property w beautiful surroundings! Would definitely stay here again
We were contacted by the property manager by text, the day of our arrival, to welcome us and let us know who to contact should there be any issues. Everything went smoothly and we had no problems whatsoever.
We had wonderful stay over Christmas. We wanted a quiet winter get away and this place was perfect. Cozy and Comfy with lots of room for a group. The game room was a nice touch but we enjoyed our time in front of a wonderful fire in the family room. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook a small Christmas dinner. The beds were comfy and the home was spotless. I would definitely recommend this listing if your looking a winter get away.
Sheila M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
David D.
25 October 2021
Nice house with some unexpected issues
Overall the house was pretty nice and matched the pictures and descriptions. The cookware was a bit sparse - for example, we had to cook rice in a giant pot as it was the only one without a lid - but it was sufficient. The large beds were comfortable enough and the fireplace and game room were nice additions. This was our first time using Vacasa and we were surprised at the high cleaning fee, especially after walking into the house. There were crumbs on one of the seats and all around the kitchen floor. In addition, there was a pile of dirty towels in the bathroom when we got there. On our first night, someone banged on the door at 11:30 pm saying he was one of the owners and asking why we were there, which was just very uncomfortable.