Stunning 4 Season Lakefront Home with Hot Tub! Winchester, New Hampshire Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 24790

Front of house/parking area/early spring before extensive gardens are in bloom.

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Location: Winchester, Monadnock Region, New Hampshire, USA (Forest Lake, 10 mi.S.of Keene, NH. 14 mi.E of Brattleboro,VT)

Accommodations:  Lake House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)

TRULY FOUR SEASON BOOK NOW FOR FALL 2009 & SUMMER 2010!! CHECK OUR NEW HOME IN FITZWILLIAM, NH ON ROCKWOOD POND
A Stunning Lakefront home on crystal clear,sandy bottomed, 110 acre Forest Lake at the junction of NH,VT,& MA will be your long awaited retreat in the whispering pines, shimmering lakes, and beautiful foliage of New Hampshire. Bring the kids & dogs or just enjoy by yourselves. The Great room with 25' high natural pine cathedral ceiling, skylights, entertainment center and fireplace is comfortably, casually, and uniquely furnished.

It looks out over the pristine Forest Lake that lends itself to a memorable vacation with family and friends. A fully equipped gourmet kitchen that incorporates a Jennair oven/range/grill, refrigerator/icemaker and dishwasher with all utensils, equipment, spices, condiments, etc. will make it difficult to try the eclectic restaurants in Keene, New Hampshire or historic Brattleboro, Vermont nearby.

Three Bedrooms (2Q,1D), the 4 season sun-porch with single beds & Queen hide a bed (Great kid or teen suite with their own TV and VCR) and a Queen hide-a-bed in the living room and crib allow for a peaceful nights rest after a nice bath in the Jacuzzi tub or sitting in the 6 person private outdoor Hot Tub overlooking Forest Lake!

An additional living room/ sitting area with wood stove and AC and new half bath with full size washer & dryer gives you a chance to plan your day fishing,which is superb, swimming off the 150 square foot floating dock, using our 2 canoes, 2 kayaks, 4 person paddle boat,rafts or floating lounge chairs on the lake, cross country or downhill skiing, snowmobiling on marked trails, antiquing and shopping in sales tax free NH, playing golf, hiking, biking, leaf-peeping, or attending one of the many auctions, flea markets concerts, shows or festivals in the area.

For a little exercise and a 100 mile view, climb Mt Monadnock, the most climbed Mtn in the world and only 15 miles from the house. Try the bicycle built for two down by the hobby farm with Llamas, goats, ducks, geese,lambs,horses etc. Horses and trail rides are less than a mile away and afterwards, rest those weary muscles in the 6 person Hot Tub with the sun setting right into shimmering Forest Lake.

Winter brings cross country skiing right from the door,(10 sets of skis, 12 sizes of boots & lots of skates, hockey sticks and Ice fishing "jigs" for your use!)big time
downhill skiing within an hour, snowmobiling on marked trails,ice
skating, sledding, ice fishing or just relaxing around the wood stove or propane fireplace.


Maybe best of all, just grab a book,snuggle in a chair by the fire,or on one of the 3 outdoor decks and just let your cares drift away as the sun slowly sets out over the lake! We do book up for the Summertime usually 6-9 months before, but check out our new home on Rockwood Pond in Fitzwilliam, NH vrbo/181030 . We'd love you to be one of our first visitors!

Make sure to click on the Comments link just below to see what our previous guests thoughts were!

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer: Modern Full Size
  • Dryer: Modern Full Size
  • Garage: 2 car modern with concrete floor,lots of bikes,kids cars, sporting equip,sleds,toys,firewood etc
  • Off Street Parking: room for 6 cars
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: plenty of room for all the toys
  • Gas Fireplace: Manual or thermostat controlled
  • Wood Stove: Unlimited well seasoned wood
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
  • Child Bed
  • Convertible Bed (2) : Queen size
  • Crib: Regular crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV (2)
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite): For the kids Video games in the downstairs rec room.
  • DVD (2)
  • VCR (3)
  • Video Library: Approx 200 Movies on DVD & VCR
  • Video Game Console: Karaoke machine, TVs have easy plug in for Video game consoles, But go outside and have Fun for a change!
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library: about 200 CD's with Controllable speakers in every room & outside
  • Jetted Tub in Bath
  • Private Hot Tub: Off Very Private Back Deck overlooking the Lake open from May 1 to Thanksgiving
  • Ping Pong/Table Tennis
  • Air Hockey
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Gourmet Kitchen with Everything, including spices, condiments and baking supplies!!
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything, and we mean everything, you need, including spices,condiments,some baking supplies etc, etc
  • Refrigerator (2) : Jennair with Icemaker and chilled water.Extra Ref/Freezer in basement with additional stove and sink.
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio (2) : 3 separate decks on different levels- let the kids eat on one while you enjoy another.
  • Balcony
• View/Location
  • Lakefront: 100' of private lakefront with gradual sandy entry into the water. About 40 ft out it is 6' or deeper at the end of the floating 12'X12' dock attached to a stationary 25' long dock. 2canoes, 2kayaks, 4 person paddleboat, floating lounge chairs,rafts etc. swim platform out about 50 feet.
• Communications
  • Telephone (4)
  • Free Long Distance (4) : Unlimted Long Distance to US , Canada and Puerto Rico
  • Computer: Wireless Broadband Cable desktop with printer and speakers
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): signal goes down to the dock on the water
• Other Amenities
  • As you can see we are very popular, Book now for Fall 2009 and summer 2010 or check out our new home on Rockwood Pond in Fitzwilliam, NH!! We are often booked by Christmas for the following summer. Inquire Today! Hot Tub overlooking the Lake!! Unlimited LD Phone, Forced air heat, 2TVS, 2VCRS, DVD (200 movies), CD Player (200 CDS)with controllable speakers in every living area & outside, current & unusual books and games, musical instruments, Full Kitchen with Jennair Oven/Range/Grill, 2 Canoes, Tandem Kayak, 4 person paddleboat, Tubes, Rafts, lifejackets, Hammocks, 10 Bikes (big, little and one built for TWO!), 2 strollers, Ping Pong & Poker Table, darts, 5 hole mini golf, bocce, fishing equip & tackle volleyball/badminton, basketball net, exercise equipment, XC skis,boots, skates, hockey sticks & pucks, sleds, Fireplace (both inside & out), Woodstoves, 2-car Garage, Gas and Charcoal BBQ, Kids & Pets are always Welcome!
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Your pets are always Welcome!! We have a run, leash, pooper scooper, dog dish,bed and lots of old tennis balls.
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): 2 steps into house, inside of home is all one level, but does have a regular tub/shower combination.
  • Kid Friendly: The kids will have a blast and yet the property lends itself to keeping them on premises! Lots of games, toys and sporting equipment for all ages
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 yrs for responsible party.
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Horseshoes
  • Miniature golf
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • (Pitch & Putt, and both 9 hole & 18 hole courses within 20 miles) Tennis, Bowling, Antique (& Junque!) Auctions 2-4/week, Fall Foliage, Mtn climbing, Ice Skating, Ice Fishing,snowmobiling from the lake to anywhere in New England

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Book NOW for Fall 2009 and Summer 2010!
Nov-April (Week-Sat 3pm-Sat 10am ..$900) (Midweek-Sun 4pm-Fri 2pm ..$500)
Nov-April (Weekend-Fri 5pm-Sun 2pm .. $600) Often Free Bonus Stay!
May-June 15,Sept-Oct $1300/week,$700/midweek,$800/weekend
June 16- Labor Day $2300/week Sat-Sat ,$2000 Sun 4pm- Sat 10am
Please add 8% NH Tax    We are booking thru Dec 2010
$350 Deposit to hold dates , full rental due 6 weeks before stay.
We are VERY flexible from Nov to May please inquire!!

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 10/14/09
  Positive Rating
  The Lynch Family , Wrentham, Ma
  • Spent Columbus weekend at The Lake House and had a wonderful time. The weather was so nice we were able to use the paddle boat and canoe. My 2 sons each jump in the water to the delight of the children. This was a great house for us, so much to do and so well equipped. The pictures don't do it justice. Hope to come back again. Bill And Lee
• 10/05/09
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  Shannon and Dan Kirkpatrick , Richmond, Vermont
  • Paul and Anne! We can't thank you enough for letting us share in your beautiful home. We had an amazing time on our honeymoon at Forest Lake. The house was gorgeous and there was SO much to do. All the little "extras" you have to make people feel at home are awesome. We can't wait to come back next summer (when we can enjoy SWIMMING in the water, as it was a little cold this time!) and we will be recommending your place to EVERYONE we know! Thanks again!
• 09/11/09
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  the Kalts ,
  • Thank you Paul & Anne, We had a perfect Labor Day weekend at Forest Lake. We couldn't have found a better place suited for the three generations who gathered together at your house. I have already referred your home to a co-worker who is planning her own family reunion!
• 09/02/09
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  The Bergstrom's , South Yarmouth, MA
  • Dear Paul and Anne... Though we live on beautiful Cape Cod, it is always such a treat to escape to the mountains for a week away. Your "retreat house" is a perfect spot for doing just that! With all the comforts (and more) of home, along with a lakeside dock equipped with kayaks and a canoe, the big hot tub after a swim, and a cozy firepit area for an evening gathering, who could want for more? My only complaint was that our week flew by much too quickly!! Thanks for sharing your home-in-the-hills with all of us!
• 08/16/09
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  • Dear Paul and Anne, We had a fantastic time in your home on Forest Lake. My husbands family came with us - three generations total and a good time was had by all! The house has everything you could ask for and seems just to emit good karma. Some family members stayed longer than planned just because of the good vibes. Both my husband and I put this vacation in the top three of our lives. Thanks again, Robin Hull
• 08/12/09
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  • What a sweet retreat this was. The detail listed on the site was great, but when we arrived, we just couldn't believe how much there was to this beautiful home and how much we could do. It has it all and there is plenty of room. Thank you Paul & Anne (owners) for being so great and for thinking of everything. The Heffron Family - Hanover, MA
• 07/05/09
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  The Whaley Pod , Weston, FL
  • This is our second stay at your wonderful Forest Lake house. The first was 12/20-30/2008 and was better than described on your website. Great to be back in NH after 5 years in FL. Lucy, the dog, loved the snow. We just completed our second stay at Forest Lake before, during and after our daughter's wedding at Wilson Pond in Keene. The minute I walked through the front door I felt a peace and calm come over me and felt that all wedding plans and expectations would fall into place, and they did!!! Even the weather cooperated. Our family has decided that we will definitely be "renter repeaters" whenever possible. Thank you Paul and Anne for your wonderful home and your attention to detail. We lacked for nothing. It was great to see everything leafed out and green as opposed to covered in snow back in Dec '08. Beautiful any time of the year. We can't wait to come back! The Whaley Pod
• 06/03/09
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  Heidi , Boston, MA
  • A wonderful get-away. We stayed for three nights and wished we could have stayed for longer. The house is tucked away in New Hampshire alongside a beautiful lake. The house had just the right amount of space for our 3 couple group, though we could have comfortably fit more. We loved the great cathedral ceiling living room/dining area. There is a fully functional & stocked kitchen--we made all of our meals there plus one on the outdoor grill. The outdoor hot-tub was a fun spot, and easily fit 6 peeps. The lake itself entertained us for hours, cayaking/canoeing/paddle-boating. The place is private enough that you have your own space, but is not so remote that you never see neighbors. It was just right for us. Paul & Anne (the owners) were also very responsive to any questions/concerns we had, and were very helpful in all phases of the rental. We hope we can make it back.
• 05/13/09
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  sue roe , red bank,nj
  • This a real gem. We have been renting homes for 30 years on lakes and we would have to say this is one of the best. There is something for everyone to do from the very young to the senior citizen. There ar e kayaks,canoes,pedal boats,bikes,basketball,dvds,hot tub and alot more. Paul and Anne are very hospitable and great to work with. You can have a relaxing time on the deck and hot tub or make it as busy as you want. We would love to rent again. Thank you Paul and Anne for a great long weekend.
• 04/15/09
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  Laurie Maloney , Stratford, NJ
  • We've rented many places over the years and this one was the best -- by far! Our 15 yr. old son loved making fires in the wood stove. The kids' room was a God send with their own tv and vcr. Our kids also loved the ping pong, darts and air hockey in the basement. We took the kayaks out a couple of times and the paddle boat. The whole property was beautifully decorated, very inviting and very cozy. We felt completely at home and will definetly return; perhaps when the weather is a little bit warmer.

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