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Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Tuftonboro, NH
  • Place, Lake Winnipesaukee
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  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk Room - Second Floor

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

First Floor

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom - Second Floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED

3 Bedroom, 1 bath, 950 square foot, sleeps 7 , eastern facing Lakefront Cottage with front deck. Approximate GPS of dock 43.6410166 - 71.3170510

Recently renovated cottage with living room, eat in kitchen and queen bedroom on first level. Queen bedroom and 3rd bedroom with bunk beds and single bed in same room and full bath on second floor. Inside balcony on second floor looks down into living room. Linens and towels provided.

Cottage water is from the Lake with filtration, no chemical treatment added. The cottage has bottled Spring Water available for drinking purposes.

The cottage is accessible by boat only. Boat launching is available at several locations, 19 Mile Bay (Union Landing) several miles away with parking for car and boat trailer. Public dock available for daytime docking only. A launching ramp is also available at the end of Long Island Road, parking here is roadside and very limited, there is a public dock with very limited availability. Rental boats are available at local Marina's, with contact information that we can provide as part of the booking process. We suggest you kindly check boat rental prices prior to booking as they can be higher than the property charges.

The cottage is not handicapped accessible, there are stairs into the house and to the second floor bathroom.

Complete kitchen with accessories, new refrigerator, gas stove, coffee maker, toaster oven and microwave. Wireless internet access and ROKU HD television with wireless Blue Ray DVD player. No cable TV.

Cottage shares dock for up to a 26' boat and water access with owners cottage next door, shore frontage is rocky with steps into the Lake, no sandy beach, but sandy lake bottom at base of steps. Owner or owners family may be in the cottage next door.
No laundry facilities available in the cottage.
Cottage has 2 different length canoes, 2 kayaks, a 3 person sea kayak and a paddle board available.
Dogs permitted (2) for extra fee and proof of current vaccinations for Rabies and Distemper, other pets considered.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum 7 day rental when schools are closed for summer months . Saturday to Saturday. Requests for multiple days before and after summer recess.
Requests for a multiple number of weeks would require cleaning every seven days at a reduced cost.
We require a current Veterinary certificate of Rabies and Distemper vaccinations for guests bringing their 4 legged family

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Tuftonboro

Located in Tuftonboro, this cottage is on the waterfront. Ridgewood Country Club and Waukewan Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Loon Center and Multonborough Town Beach. Interlakes Summer Theater and Annalee Outlet are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tuftonboro, NH

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 57 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Birch & Vine
  • The Breeze
  • ‪Ellacoya Barn & Grille - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Winnipesaukee Bay Gulls 2 - ‬46 min drive
  • Patrick's Pub & Eatery

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED?

As of Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED on May 9, 2026 start from $285, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Winnipesaukee, Little Bear Island Cottage w/shared Dock, BOAT REQUIRED located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Multonborough Town Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Kanasatka and Old Country Store and Museum. Blackcat Island is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clede S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding location!

Nice cottage on a beautiful island. Calm, relaxing location. Very friendly host and easy transaction. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little bear island cottage

Wonderful stay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vintage lakeside cottage but with all the modern amenities. Very well stocked kitchen, soft bed linens, loads of towels.We swam every day, used the kayaks, best of all was lounging on the porch. We had a perfect relaxed vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

Great place, Very nice people
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome trip!

We loved staying in this cabin on Little Bear Island - Location and view were stellar! Enjoyed swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. The neighbors were super nice too. Great experience overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L., Toronto, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Get Away

Greg’s house on Little Bear is absolutely wonderful. The lake is great, it’s tucked in a quiet spot, and has everything you’d ever need. I couldn’t recommend a better place to stay on Lake Winnipesaukee.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect island getaway

Comfortable home, fully appointed for family/boat life on the lake. Great location! The owners/next door neighbor were very welcoming and make you feel like a part of the family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation 2023

Everything was just as described.had a great time Can’t wait to go back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an amazing week-long getaway here with my husband and our dog. The island property is perfectly located with easy access to the dock, which made for a nice week of boating and fishing. It was such a peaceful, relaxing escape, and the home had everything we needed. A highlight was spotting a group of deer right in the backyard during our stay. Greg was incredibly welcoming and accommodating in our communication and went above and beyond to make sure everything was ready for our stay. He was even so thoughtful about other dogs in the area while our pup was with us recovering from leg surgery. We would definitely love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

Little Bear Island and it’s inhabitants were welcoming and despite the poor weather, we had a fantastic time taking advantage of the gorgeous views and nature. We will surely return!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timm B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, couldn’t ask for a better stay, so peaceful and such a kind, helpful host. Coming to the house has such a comfortable, relaxing feeling. Everything is perfect and just waiting for our arrival. I would give 10 stars if I was able. The whole family couldn’t be happier. Thanks again to the host and we will see you again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best place to stay on the lake!!!

We absolutely love staying on Little Bear Island! As avid boaters, it is such a unique experience to be able to stay on an island (and something we'd never be able to afford otherwise!!)!!! This property is perfect for our low-key and relaxing family weekend. The owners are such fantastic people and make you feel like family when you're there! The property is lovely and has everything we could ask for. We look forward to many more Memorial Day weekends on Little Bear!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what I needed

The Barsanti family where very friendly and accommodating. The house was spacious and clean plenty of games on hand for rainy day entertainment We enjoyed everything about our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway!

Our family had an amazing 4 nights at 26 Little Bear Island. Even before we stepped foot on the property, Greg was so great at answering any questions very quickly and accommodating to any changes that we needed to make such as adding on an extra night and a last minute need to add our pups! The house was clean and had anything you would need for cooking. The kids enjoyed the kayaks, canoe and paddle board, we couldn’t get them out of the water some days! We were greeted by Mr. Barsanti’s sister at check in and she made us feel welcome right away. We cannot wait to book next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful September stay

Our family had a wonderful stay at Little Bear Island the first week in September. It was a truly great stay. We enjoyed the house and being able to spend time on the water. The communication before and during our stay was excellent and the guidance on how to navigate to the island dock was so appreciated. We rented a boat from Trexler's Marina and they also provided excellent and responsive service. Our family, including kids were so grateful for the chance to spend a week on this island and to be on Lake Winnipesaukee.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Birthday Ever

Absolutely beautiful place!! Owners are extremely friendly and fast to respond with any questions. Celebrated my wife’s birthday here and she fell in love with the place. Very clean, private, and peaceful. 5 stars all the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communications with the owner and family

We all had a very good experience at the camp, it was a first time for us good .with island living you have to have all your ducks in a row
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The Greg and his family could not have been nicer. The property was clean and bedrooms fresh. The bathroom was nice as was the kitchen. It was great to explore another part of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Enjoyable Getaway

This home exceeded our expectations! It had everything we needed and more. My husband and two boys (ages 8 and 10) enjoyed fishing and kayaking, while I soaked up the gorgeous sunrises and swam in the lake. It’s the perfect location with so much to do in the area from hiking trails with waterfalls to nice beach spots on the lake. The owners are wonderful people who were more than accommodating with any questions and concerns we had. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Right!

Wife and I wanted a comfortable island experience on Lake Winnipesaukee and this was just the right fit! My wife, our dog and I had a great weekend at this affordable island house. Hosts were responsive throughout the process whenever we had questions. Thanks for a memorable weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timm B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall fantastic experience, great host/family, beautiful and clean home.

Just a great stay, can’t say enough about the host, house and property, well kept, great dock for the boat, this property is the definition of a vacation home. Everything you need is there, the host goes above and beyond to make sure the guest are happy. The area on the island is beautiful with great views. Nothing at all negative to say about the host and property. Had such a relaxing and great time with just me and my 18 yr old son, great fishing as well. Thanks again the the host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The pictures are the most accurate of any house we have rented. What the pictures can’t tell you is just how wonderful the owners of the property are for your entire stay! Three boys ages 11-13, had the best time swimming out to the floating dock and jumping into the lake. Side Note: The view from the deck is even better than the picture.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Blake L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leclair Family Summer 2023 Vacation

The perfect spot for our family! Two teen boys and two large dogs, us and even a friend joined us one night. Plenty of room - we grilled, cooked dinners, did WFH - my husband took a zoom meeting video on and NO issues. Kids used the kayaks, canoe, paddle board, streamed TV, hooked up their switch. The family was wonderful to deal with, good communication and good conversation. We would recommend anyone rent this place - just not when WE want to come back again ;) Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, well appointed getaway!

We loved our stay on Little Bear. We were very pleased with the location, as it's in a calmer part of the lake. Less traffic, far less wake at the dock than other properties we've stayed at. We felt right at home with the property, very well appointed. Nice not having to boat your trash out or bring bottled water. Dock has bumpers in all the right spots. Just pull up and cleat up. It's the little things like this that pay dividends when you're on an island. Place was clean, excellent wifi, plenty of the things you may forgotten back at home were already in place. Greg is very responsive, and truly wants his customers to enjoy their stay. Super happy about our time on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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