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Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access

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A stone fireplace with a sign above it that reads "RELAX at the LAKE."
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a stove, and hanging pots.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, hanging pots, and a coffee maker.
A small cabin with a porch, surrounded by a wooden fence and dense forest.
A riverside property with a concrete dock, clear water, and a house surrounded by trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Newfound Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bridgewater, NH
  • Place, Newfound Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Winnipesaukee
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Loon Mountain Resort
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Bridgewater

Located in Bristol, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Squam Lake. Traveling with kids? Consider Paradise Point Nature Center and Rhino Bike Works. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Bridgewater, NH

What's nearby

  • Newfound Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Squam Lake - 26 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 30 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Ice Castles - 35 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Loon Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 66.2 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 33 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Odysea - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cielito Mexican - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Common Man - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Big Catch - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access?

As of Oct 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access on Oct 29, 2026 start from $363, 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 Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy rustic cottage w/private shared beach on Newfound Lake & easy ski access located?

This family-friendly Bristol cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Newfound Lake and Bridgewater Town Hall. Paradise Point Nature Center and New Hampshire Audubon are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2026
Thanks for being great guests! We hope you’ll stay with us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very cute and clean. It was perfect for a family group and close to Wellington State Park. The host was very helpful by giving clear directions to the property and contact info in case there were any questions. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2026
We hope that your family will consider staying at our cottage again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for us, It came with plenty of board games. We walked to get ice cream and the lake. Would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2026
Glad to hear that you had a perfect stay. We’d love to host you again next summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was easy to get to and convenient to activities. Easy walk to the lake and ice cream. We were traveling with adult children but noticed a high chair & crib. Check-in was easy. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2026
We are glad you had a great stay. We hope you’ll consider staying with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my family had a wonderful time at this cozy little cottage! Upon arrival it was very clean! It was a very spacious living room space along with kitchen and dining room. It was perfect for family dinner and quality time! We loved the supply of board games as well. The only thing we were missing was a floor length mirror if you’re booking for an event like we were! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2026
We are so glad you had a wonderful time! We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming 4 bedroom single bath cottage. Lots of books and games from which to select. Comfy beds. Good water pressure. Ice cream shop was within in walking distance. AC works fine. All in all a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2026
We are so glad that you had a great stay! We would love to host you again in the futures.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage for a week on the lake. You do need to cross the road to get but it’s a short walk & the check in process was probably the easiest one I had. Google Maps was a bit off so follow the directions they provide. The cottage was adorable & well kept. Everything was needed to make our stay easy! Beautiful week on a gorgeous lake & the sunsets are stunning.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2026
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! We hope we can host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and cozy for 3 adults and two teenagers with an extra bed to spare. Two rooms are connected so if someone had to use the bathroom they’d have to walk through one bedroom but that didn’t bother us. Sliding door to separate the room. Was fully stocked which was perfect. Didn’t need to reach out for extra towels or anything like that. Short walk to beach across the street. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2026
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us! We’d love to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived. The cottage was great! The owners hospitality shone through in all the details and accommodations made for their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful, thanks Claire!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 11, 2025
We are so glad you had a wonderful time. We hope we can host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was very happy with my stay at this home. It was cozy, clean, and had everything I needed and more. I really appreciated all the little touches, especially the books and games that were available.One thing that really stood out to me was that they had a first-aid kit. This might seem like a small thing, but I’ve stayed in quite a few rental homes and one of the first things I usually end up buying when I travel is a first-aid kit. I was impressed that they thought to have one available.There wasn’t a washer and dryer in the house, but they had a binder with helpful information and instructions on where to go for laundry, which made things easy.Overall, you can really tell they put thought into making their guests comfortable and making sure they have what they need. I’m very grateful for the stay and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on Oct 17, 2026
We are so glad that you had a wonderful stay and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

Quaint, clean cottage with nice living space to recharge and relax. Easy check in, lake access and still close enough to local attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2023
We’re so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being such great guests, and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and amazing lake!

Everything was clean and the property was very nice. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope we can host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

My family & I had a great time, the home was located perfectly within driving distance of many attractions! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 27, 2024
We are so happy that you had a great stay! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small but nice

Happy with the trip
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your visit. We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy with great location!

Everything you could ask for in a family mini getaway. Claire’s had plenty of family friendly needs: extra towels, ample beds, kitchen necessities, etc. Ice cream spot down the street was perfect and access to the private beach was ideal. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2023
We’re so glad that you had a wonderful stay and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little cottage- we had a nice time.

Very cozy cottage with all the staples you need. Huge stone fireplace that I bet is amazing in the winter months.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2022
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! Hope you come back for a visit next summer too. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

My family stayed here to attend a wedding up the road. The cottage was just right for all of us. The area is beautiful. If I'm ever looking to stay in the area again I would definately look into staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2022
We are so glad that you had a great stay! We look forward to hosting you again the next time you visit Newfound Lake. :)
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Lake

Lake swim was great yet rocky beach....no sand entry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2025
I’m sorry that the beach was not a highlight of your stay with us. We’ve had some rain recently, and unfortunately we can’t control the lake levels, which vary throughout the summer. We hope that the rest of your stay at the cottage was enjoyable and that you will consider a visit again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice stay

Very comfortable. Wish it was closer to the lake. Had to cross busy road with little children.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2023
We’re glad you had a great stay! Thanks for your feedback. We encourage all guests to carefully review the listing and photos, and to reach out with any questions about the property or location, prior to booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location - beautiful lake!

We had a group come for an the Swim for a Mission swim on the lake. The accommodations perfectly fit our group of friends - spacious and plenty of outdoor space. The location was ideal...we loved relaxing on the beach after the swim and floating in the shallow water. Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2024
We are so happy you had a great stay - and for a wonderful cause! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

My friends and I rented Claire's Cottage for my birthday weekend and it was the PERFECT house in the most PERFECT location! Quick walk to the private beach and there's even a cool ice cream shop/antique shop a quick walk away. The accommodations were perfect for our group and there's tons of vintage games, DVD's, and a Roku TV for entertainment. We're already excited to plan our next visit to Claire's!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2022
Happy birthday! We are thrilled that you had a great time and can’t wait to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Everything we needed

Claudia’s Cottage was perfect for 2 families of 3 enjoying a week together in the lake. The walk to the water is easy and it is shallow for a long stretch. there is a great ice cream store up the road. We were centrally located to many great activities. Bring your own beach towels and toys, but the kitchen is fully stocked and there were so many books, games, and movies.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2025
We are so glad that you and your family had a great stay! We hope we can host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
We’re so glad you had a great time! We hope you will stay with us again. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Cottage!

My family and I had an amazing week at the cottage. It has everything you need and more. The kids and adults loved having game nights with the endless supply of games. The beds and furniture were all comfortable. We will definitely be going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2023
We are so glad you had a wonderful stay! We can't wait to host you next summer. :)
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