Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with water park

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Exterior
78" Thermador Multi-Fuel Range with 60" Viking Range Hood
Skylit Gourmet Kitchen as seen from side entry door.
The Lincoln Cottage circa 1905

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
£1,504
avg per night

Explore the area

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Gilford, NH
  • Place, Ellacoya State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1- Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2- Sleeps 5

2 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3-Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4- Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5 Sleeps 1+

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
The current price is £1,504
avg per night

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About the area

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this castle is on the beach. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Kellerhaus. Travelling with kids? Consider Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Funspot Family Fun Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 1 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Squam Lake - 24 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 24 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ellacoya Barn & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cackling Crow Tavern & Grille - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach

Bring your boat to our Deep-water Boathouse and Experience 'The Lincoln Cottage'.

Perched high above The Broads, this Gilford landmark offers unsurpassed views from every room and its expansive decks. Designed to entertain, this period home offers all the modern amenities expected in a fine home, with the appointments and detailed charm of yesteryear. Enjoy 215 ft of private shoreline, a grand boat house with a 30' slip and a 24' slip.
The Living Room features a large wood burning Fieldstone Fireplace and also has a discrete 7.2 Channel THX Ultra 4K Bluetooth Receiver and a Large fully articulating Sony Screen.
The large Professional eat-in Kitchen on the fist floor has 2 Thermador Professional Ranges sporting 10 burners, as well as a double wall oven. There is a total of 5 Ovens and 2 Dishwashers in this kitchen and there is another full kitchen on the third floor as well. Around the corner from the kitchen is a Large Dining room featuring a banquet size table and many available chairs.
A Field Stone Wood Burning Fireplace, Chesterfield style leather furniture and the Yahama Claranova piano complete the the Living Room.
The traditional Four Bedrooms are all on the second floor; all Bedrooms have Queen Beds, one has a Twin Bunk, a Queen and Twin as well. The Large Office/Bedroom has a Desk, a Queen Platform and a Queen Sofa Bed. The 3rd level Multi-Purpose room has a Pool Table, a Bandstand with Drums, Bass and Lead guitars, plus one Twin Bed, a kitchen and a walk in Luxury Shower.
The views from this property are breathtaking.
The Home is across a 25mph neighborhood road from the waterfront with a driveway across the street and leads down to the water.
There is a waterfront swimming area where the natural ledge slopes gently into the lake, providing a natural Beach with walkout gently sloping ledge and a natural stone bench.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No commercial activities! Family events welcomed.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the deck, disposal required

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: No commercial activities! Family events welcomed.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this castle allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gilford castle is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ellacoya State Park, Lake Winnipesaukee and Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook. Weirs Beach and Winnipesaukee Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host went above and beyond ensuring we were comfortable and our needs were met. The house is a beautiful historic gem with magnificent views and amenities. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denice s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check In was great. Kitchen was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the view. Gourmet kitchen was great. The place was immaculate. Manger was very helpful. The beach was great but everything else was great . We are planning on going back for 40th anniversary in a few years
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

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

Spectacular lake front home with boathouse.

The Lincoln Cottage was the most equipped kitchen ever, with awesome cooking stoves and a big refrigerator. The towels, dish towels and sheets were provided. Extra pillows were available for renters. The front porch was wonderful with a hammock, rocking chairs and an eating round table. Card playing was a must at night and the view was fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vintage lake house with spectacular views! Our extended family of 14 stayed for a week and thoroughly enjoyed the house and the lake. The kitchen, porch and dining areas were great for a big family. We rented a big pontoon boat and kept it in the big boat house, making a trip to Wolfeboro and fishing on the lake. Be prepared for a somewhat strenuous walk down to and back up from the lake ( although you can drive around and down there). We swam and fished from the shoreline and boathouse docks and had a couple of evening fires in the lakeside fire pit. Great stay!!Robert is a great host and very thorough in his check-in process and walk through!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Great location, great views, and a hospitable host!

Great location, great views, and a hospitable host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Fantastic place

We had a fantastic stay at the lincoln cottage. The house was very comfortable, with the most incredible porch and view. Close to everthing too, from restaurants to shopping, to a great farmer's market we went to every day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis K.

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

Family vacation

Great spacious location for my party of 12 The host walked us through everything thoroughly which we appreciated with such a big space So much to do nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Great Location

Beautiful views! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had seven adults and two toddlers for a week. Although a lot of work has gone into the house be aware it is an older house. So accept creaky floors and window AC. There is a walk in shower on the third floor and a tub shower on both second floor bathrooms. The kitchen was fantastic for making our family dinner. Owner was very accommodating and responsive. Some windows were hard to open and shut. Some beds are against the wall so a partner may have to climb over another to exit the bed. Porch view and chairs were phenomenal. You will never tire of the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

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

80 th birthday

It was a great place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

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

Summer week

Great location and water access!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

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

Great view

We had a blast thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

A week at the Lake!

The Lincoln Cottage is beautiful. The view is breathtaking and the porch so relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H., Nashua, NH

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

Weekend getaway

Really enjoyed our stay for a long weekend with a group of friends. The house is comfortable with an amazing kitchen. Views are incredible from the main deck and the 3rd floor. Definitely would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew L.

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

Great location, lovely property

Very nice, large home. Kitchen is fantastic! Location on the lake is great for fantastic views and the boat house is ideally situated to make docking a boat fairly easy. Owner was incredibly helpful as well and checked in over the two weeks via text to be sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory F.

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

Awesome Property

Great Property, well maintained and easy process
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria D.

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

Fun

Home and water were delightful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

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

Awesome History

Loved the views , the location and the learning the history of Lincoln Cottage. The kitchen was so fun to work in
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathleen f.

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

The view!!!

The view and sunrise from Lincoln Cottage over the lake are unimaginable. There is easy access to swim, an extremely stocked kitchen and plenty of linens for large groups. The owner is fantastic to deal with and makes sure your stay is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Week on the lake

We stayed at Robert's property on lake Winnipesaukee for a week in July. It was really beautiful / relaxing. Robert had lots kitchen facilities, great for cooking for our large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Classic old school lake house with all the amenities you could ask for

Just a great place across the board. Music room with instruments, pool table 10 -12 burner stove porch overlooking lake, killer fireplace I could go on and on....!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine M. C.

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

Amazing stay with a big group

Very welcoming owner who met us at the property to give us a tour. We had a girls trip and there was enough space for all of us comfortably. The entire 3rd floor was equipped with a pool table, games, bar set, bed and bathroom which was perfect for those who like to stay up late. The chefs kitchen was gorgeous and was the center of activities. The deck was also to die for. A must stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste B.

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

A Great Place for a Large Family Gathering

Our extended family of 13 enjoyed a truly excellent week at The Lincoln Cottage. We have rented many VRBO places in the US and Europe and this house is incomparably better equipped than any of them. The owner, Robert, met us upon arrival and gave us a very detailed tour of the house and its many amenities. The views from the expansive front porch are spectacular. And we loved the lake. It would be difficult to have a better VRBO experience on Lake Winnipesaukee.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity E.

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

Amazing stay with friends

We stayed here with three other families for our annual ski trip. The home provided plenty of space and access to activities that kept everyone happy. The house is beautiful and the view of the lake and the mountains is spectacular. Robert was very helpful and available to answer questions and attend to any of our needs. I highly recommend this stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022