Gorgeous new lake house retreat at water's edge, privacy, docks, boats & deck.
Location: Lake Gardner, White Mountains, New Hampshire, USA (5 mins to Woodsville NH & Wells River VT,40 mins to Lincoln)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 5-6)
Keywords: Vacation home, lake house, white mountains, swim raft, boats, outdoors, lakefront cabin,
The house is so close to Lake Gardner that our kids can often be found fishing for smallmouth bass right from the large wrap around deck while the adults are playing cards or catching up on our summer reading from the comfort of an Adirondack chair. The big kids, or big kids at heart, can dive in from the end of the dock and if you are really good at holding your breath you just might be able to make the swim underwater all the way to the private raft. Smaller children, and those that like to ease themselves into the cooler waters, can wade into the clean, spring-fed lake from the sandy shoreline. A paddle around the lake has proven to reward the fortunate ones with sitings of bald eagles, loon and other water fowl. If you want nature to do all of the work then just take a quick trip to the center of Bath NH, grab your beverage of choice at the oldest general store in the country, walk across the covered bridge, and drop your butt in a inner tube and take a leisurely journey down the Ammonoosuc River. There is a dirt road that runs along the river which makes for a great mountain bike ride. Deer, turkey, moose and black bear call the White Mountains their home so bring your camera if you decide to take a drive or hike any of the nearby trails. Walk around the grounds and pick blue, red and black berries or go to a nearby farm and check out the local produce and the animals. The Appalachian Trail is nearby but fortunately, since not everyone is game for a 2175 mile hike, there are plenty of tamer options including the famed Lost River Caves and Franconia Notch. If you want all of the glory, but none of the work, there is also the option of the Cannon Aerial tram.
After soaking in nature for the day it is always comforting to come home to a fully stocked kitchen and cook up a feast. If you prefer to leave the cooking to others there are several top rated options nearby for evening the most discerning of tastes. Polly's Pancake Parlor in Sugar Hill, Colatina's Exit in Bradford, and Woodstock Station are all tops on our list of family favorites. This prime location has modern conveniences like grocery stores, restaurants, etc.. within 5-10 minutes from the house as well as more traditional New England sites such as country stores, covered bridges (we have 3 in Bath), antique shops, waterfalls, farm stands, apple orchards, fairs and more. The entertainment varies from mini golf to challenging 18 hole courses, amusement parks including Clark's Trading Post, Whale's Tale Water Park and Santa's Village, and even the longest candy counter in the world at Chutter's in Lincoln.
Whether you wish to stay lakeside for the day or go on an adventure, it is nice to come home and throw in a DVD or catch up on what is going on in the world on the 32" flat screen. There is surely a game for everyone to enjoy in our fully stocked game closet. S'mores and ghost stories are always a treat and the amphitheater-style natural stone seating that surrounds our fire pit adds to the experience.
Come bedtime, one upstairs bedroom has a bunk bed with a full size bed on the bottom and twin on top while the master has a king sized bed. There is also a pull out couch downstairs if needed. If you leave the curtains open, you can fall asleep looking at the stars and wake up to watch the steam rising off the water as the sun rises above the mountains. Linens and towels are available but we simply ask that if you use them that you kindly wash them in the on site washer and dryer before you leave. We hope that you and your family will come experience the best that the White Mountain's have to offer.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib : A port a crib is available on request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Lake View : lake front but you can obviously see the water as well.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer : A Dell laptop is available for usage if desired.
- Broadband Internet : free wireless DSL
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Swim raft, canoe, kayak, bicycles, 2 docks, satellite TV, DVD library, an assortment of adult and kids boardgames and books, herb and flower garden, enormous stone wrap around fire pit, fishing gear, golf clubs, high chair, baby gate, life preservers, maps, blender, CD player & radio with iPod dock, built in speakers, toaster oven, waterfall, outdoor seating including Adirondack chairs and tables, swim rafts and floats, bocce, lawn mower. Just kidding, we'll take care of the lawn and gardens, you just relax.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : must be 25 or over
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Other Activities
- Activities (on-site or nearby): Swimming, fishing, boating, and ice skating on the lake. Biking on the lake roads and hiking in the surrounding woods. There is also a recreational trail for biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing (can also X-country ski right from the house). Snowmobiling right from the house to trails which link up with the NH corridor and VAST (Vermont) trails. There are 4 rivers within a few minutes of the house (Connecticut, Ammonoosuc, Wild Ammonoosuc, & Wells Rivers) - great for fishing, canoeing, kayaking or floating down in tubes. Downhill skiing (Loon and Cannon Mtns). Berry picking, country stores and fairs. Good location for scenic drives in the White Mountains and day trips into Vermont. Attractions close by: Franconia Notch Park, Flume Gorge, Cannon Mountain Aerial tramway, Lost River, Clark's Trading Post, Six Gun City, Santa's Village, Polar Caves. Story Land is on the other end of Rt 112 (the Kancamangus) but it is a beautiful drive.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring: (Mar 28- Mem. Day) $800/wk (Prime fishing and bird watching time!)
Pre-Summer:(Memorial Day - Jun 20) $1075/wk (Start summer early!)
Summer: (Jun 20- Sep 13) $1450/wk (Summer in New England!)
Fall: (Sep 13- Nov 29) $1000/wk (Prime Foliage and apple picking)
Weekly rentals only in the summer. 2 Night, 3 Day Minimum Rental during non-summer
Weekly rentals are Sat. 4PM to Sat. 11AM. Prices do not incl. 8% NH Lodging tax
$250 Security Deposit (Refunded 7 Days After Departure If No Damage)
10% Discount for Previous Renters! 3% fee for credit card processing.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
We bought this place after renting it ourselves for two years and couldn't think of not having it as part of our future. Our two kids, ages 2 and 5, love it here as much as we do so we decided to buy it so we could be sure we would be able to continue to enjoy it for years to come. We love the outdoors but also like having some luxuries here and there like being able to go to Dunkin Donuts for coffee or heading to Walmart or Shaws to grab whatever we forgot to pack. We consider ourselves foodies and have found a few great places nearby to enjoy some fine cooking, superb wine lists, and fresh craft beers. Colatina's Exit in Bradford, VT and Woodstock Station in Woodstock NH are two of our family favorites. Swimming, fishing, hiking, playing games, picking berries/apples, site seeing or just doing nothing are all part of each visit we make here. Hopefully you will fall in love with it for the same reasons we did.
Why the Owner Chose Lake Gardner
We were looking for a family vacation home and were renting this place ourselves for a couple of years so when it came on the market we jumped at the opportunity. The location is great as it is everything that we are looking for in a retreat in that it is close modern conveniences and things to do yet when you are at the house you feel like you are away from it all.
The Unique Benefits of this House
We split our days between staying at the house all day or going on a road trip and both are equally enjoyable. When we stay at the house we often will have a big breakfast together and then either go on a family hike or some of us will go fishing and the others will hang back to read and relax. We often would follow up the morning activities with a barbecue lunch and then a group swim out to the raft where we'll bask in the sun for a while and head back in. Occasionally we will grab the inner tubes and hit the nearby Ammanoosuc River for a relaxing float down the mountain river. In the evening we break out the cocktails around the fire pit. On nights we don't feel like having a fire we'll keep the kids entertained with the game closet or the DVD library and hang out on the wrap around deck and watch the stars. When we do decide to go out we might plan an excursion to Santa's Village, Lost Caves or Franconia Notch. We might go on a tubing adventure at the river down the street or just hit the road and see what we can see. Whatever we do we often follow it all up with dinner at one of the nearby restaurants so we aren't cooking and cleaning the whole time. Then we go to bed, wake up, and do it all over again. It is perfect.
Property Photos
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- Gorgeous new lake house retreat at water's edge, privacy, docks, boats & deck. - Lake Gardner, New Hampshire Vacation Home
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- View of the living room from the open kitchen. - Lake Gardner, New Hampshire Vacation Home
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- The stone fire pit has plenty of seating to fit your family. Smores anyone? - Lake Gardner, New Hampshire Vacation Home
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- a view of the swim rafts and docks from the canoe
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- Full kitchen with all the amenities of home (but with a view of a serene lake)
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- Within a short drive of the oldest general store in the country...
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- One of three covered bridges within a 10 minute drive.
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- view of the falls under the bridge.
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- Take the canoe out for a leisurely paddle around the lake...
Traveler Reviews (3)
I missed the Lake this year!
Guest: Margaret
(NJ)
Date of Stay: 07/25/09
Review Submitted: 09/05/10
I stayed at the house on Lake Gardner the last week of July in 2008 (with family) and 2009 (with a friend). Both vacations were wonderful. The house is clean, filled with everything you'll need and lends itself to relaxation. The lake is beautiful at all times of the day and in all kinds of weather. It's close to everything, yet off the beaten track. I didn't get there this year, and have been missing it immensely, but I want to get back next year if Matt and Erica will let me!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Peaceful Get Away!
Guest: Jess
(Quincy, MA)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/21/10
Driving down the dirt road to the house already put me at peace from it all, it's just an immediate calm as you pull in to the driveway to a house literally on the lake. Going to bed and waking up every morning to the "sound" of the lake was perfect..canoeing, kayaking and fishing from the deck is my kind of vacation :) It is very close to everything..if you have to run out and grab more stuff for smore's the stores are close by! Many surrounding towns that were great to check out too (Littleton and Woodstock)..Polly's Pancake House (Sugar Hill, NH) was fabulous and worth the trip! Colatina's in Bradford, VT is a great place to go for some authentic Italian cuisine (only 20 minutes away!)...but, also fun to just cook in and enjoy a nice, relaxing dinner/drinks on the deck...I highly recommend this house on the lake!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, families with young children.
Such a relaxing time!
Guest: Tracy & Jon Westover
(Greenfield, MA)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10
Review Submitted: 06/02/10
We spent a wonderful, relaxing time at your Lake Gardner house! The view is amazing - especially from the upstairs bedrooms, and everything was very family-friendly! Our three year old loved playing in the lake, and the beach area is very toddler friendly! The property is very clean and obviously loved, as it was very well-maintained! Easy driving access to restaurants and shops, and very quiet and peaceful. We'll definitely return!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
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