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Cozy Lakeside Retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rust Pond
1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Wolfeboro, NH
  • Place, Rust Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kingswood Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wentworth
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Lakeside Retreat

Get away to our cozy lakeside retreat on Rust Pond in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. Located on the property of a six-acre private residence, this spot is friendly and secluded with woods and water around you. This open-space loft features a bedroom with queen-sized bed as well as a daybed, a living area, a small dining area overlooking the water, a fully equipped galley kitchen and bath with tub and shower. Enjoy the view of Copplecrown Mountain and brilliant sunrises from the waterside or in the gazebo. Rust Pond, a small lake, offers many of the conveniences of the big lakes such as swimming, boating and waterskiing but with far less crowds and noise. This property is bordered by a brook complete with a wooden footbridge. A gravel road runs around the lake perimeter for long walks and mountain hiking, and there are also many forest trails to explore.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please reference the attached HomeOwner Policy and Rental Agreement Conditions (under Rental Agreement), including liability waiver information.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7125814ha
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Wolfeboro

Located in Wolfeboro, this apartment is in the city center and on a lake. Wolfeboro Institute of the Arts and Wright Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wolfeboro Abenaki Ski Area and Ellacoya State Park. Hampshire Pewter Co. and New Hampshire Boat Museum are also worth visiting.
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Wolfeboro, NH

What's nearby

  • Rust Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kingswood Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Clark House Museum - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Wentworth - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 36 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lucas Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wolfetrap Grill And Rawbar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Timber Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harvest Market - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Lakeside Retreat?

As of Jun 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Lakeside Retreat on Sep 8, 2026 start from $359, 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 Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakeside Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakeside Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Wolfeboro, this apartment building is steps from Rust Pond and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Winnipesaukee. Lake Wentworth and Mink Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorenda W.

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

Amazing location & Awesome Hosts

Beautiful location, very comfortable accomodations and wonderful hosts! Just minutes to downtown Wolfeboro and travel routes. Would definitely love to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Exceeded expectations

Awesome location, close to town and restaurants, lakefront, free use of paddleboards, and amazing host. Don't stay anywhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Quiet, comfortable, beautiful virews of Rust Lake

Very clean and comfortable, hosts are lovely and very responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Lovely Experience

We had a great time! Accommodations and location - great. Lovely hosts and a nice dog playmate for our golden retriever. Would do it again without a thought.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

Great location

Such a beautiful property. We enjoyed hanging out at the lake. The hosts were very accommodating and communicative with us before and during the visit. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph L.

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

Wonderful

wonderful space ,nicely decorated and comfortable. Hosts could not have been nicer!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed swimming access on Rust Pond as well as kayaks, etc. Our host responded quickly to inquiries.The apartment is on the second floor (above a garage) and may not be suitable for older guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

pristine lake, great location

Wonderful property. Hosts are extremely welcoming and helpful. Great place to swim, kayak, paddle board or just look out at the lake and mountains. Relaxing, but also great location to get to many area attractions, hiking, dining, etc. Comfy beds and well equipt kitchen. We hope to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 20, 2020
Looking forward to Liz and Steve returning. They are the perfect guests and we enjoyed having them.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victor c.

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

Hidden Gem!

My wife and I needed a getaway. We were pleasantly surprised at our accommodations. We spent 2 nights and wished it was longer. The place was comfortable and clean! Great hidden gem! Owner Karen was wonderful! We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2020
Because you so enjoyed your stay at our place, I believe your rating was incorrectly submitted as one star, the least desirable place to stay. Victor, please see if you might be able to correct this.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CATHY S.

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

Cozy lakeside retreat

Lovely private property by crystal clear lake/pond. Loft was cozy and comfortable. The host were amazing. Zena the dog is super friendly too. You basically have the lake to yourselves. Downtown Wolfboro is a 5 minute drive. Lovely road to take a walk on too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karan B.

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

The listing says it all - Cozy Lakeside Retreat!

Karen and Rich are wonderful hosts that made our stay extremely comfortable. They went above and beyond in not only making us feel welcome but also contributing to our wonderful time on an off the property. The property is a cozy space at a great location. We were able to go for long walks through the woods in the morning, take a dip in the lake in the afternoon, and get to the restaurants in downtown Wolfeboro in 5 minutes in the evenings. We really enjoyed our stay and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Rainy days, cozy space

We didn't have a chance to enjoy any of the outdoor amenities due to endless rain. However the loft studio space easily fit our dinner group of 5 more adults and Karen provided extra chairs as well as salt and sugar. Kitchen supplies are basic for cooking. Remember to bring sheets and towels with you. Bed was very comfy and the A/C was a blessing one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

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

Tops our vacation list!

We have only wonderful things to share about our trip to Wolfeboro and staying on Karen & Richard's lakeside oasis. As others have reviewed, our hosts were gracious and helpful in orienting us to the area, and the use of their property. The studio was perfect for us, with plenty of space, and a workable kitchen for a quick breakfast and packing snacks for the beach. The view alone is worth every penny spent, although it's quite a deal anyway. I slept so well, it's the lake air, the pin-drop silence, or the super comfortable bed. Plenty to do in town which is only a 5-minute drive away, and other area attractions about 30 minutes away. Thank you, Karen & Richard!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Great little studio unit and right on Rust Pond

Karen and Rich (who was recuperating from surgery) were great hosts. Karen did everything she could to meet even the smallest need of ours, like extra chairs to seat friends in the wonderful gazebo by the lake. There are kayaks and such for water time, and swimming is delightful off the dock. The queen bed was very comfy (remember to bring your own sheets and towels) and the A/C worked perfectly to keep us cool when it got muggy. (Directions for the heat pump would have helped but we figured it out eventually. ) Kitchen is fine for basic cooking (bring your own leftover containers). Tub and shower kept us clean. I'd recommend this lovely little place wholeheartedly. We plan to return next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

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

Lovely Property on Rust Pond with Super Hospitable Hosts

This was a perfect apartment to explore NH. Quiet, lake front property on Rust Pond yet a short drive to Wolfeboro, we felt like we had a great balance of getting away to nature without being too remote. Karen and Rich are lovely hosts and they made us feel very welcomed to their property. The apartment is well appointed and we cooked many meals there. There is also a grill available. Morning coffee on the beach and dock, watching the loons swim by and hearing their calls was so relaxing and a serene way to start the day. We also had a special visit by an otter that lives in the area. There is a canoe, row boat, kayak and paddle board for guest use so you can spend a lot of time on the pond if inclined. After reading other guest reviews we made a point to not over schedule and had a day to enjoy the pond and nearby Wolfeboro which is a lovely town on Lake Winnipesaukee. We were very fortunate that the weather cooperated and our timing aligned, and Karen and Rich took us out for a boat tour of Rust Pond. Really above and beyond hospitality by these gracious hosts - thank you both! Highly recommend driving north to see the White Mountains and drive the Kancamagus Highway. Pack a picnic and eat along one of the many river spots accessible from the road. We did and it was awesome. This was our first visit to New Hampshire and we are in love with this state! Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi W.

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

A delightful apartment with water views

We thoroughly enjoyed sitting outside in the evenings near the dock and in the gazebo. We even saw the beaver in his pond! Perfectly located for our day trips around NH, VT, and ME. Karen & Rich we’re lovely and so accommodating!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

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

Beautiful property with very hospitable hosts

This was our first time on Rust Pond and it won't be our last! Karen and Rich's property is amazing and exactly how it was portrayed online. Karen and Rich were very friendly but also gave us privacy. They even took us for a boat ride around the pond. My husband and I used their kayaks, had drinks in the gazebo and had a campfire each night. It was a wonderful weekend that was way too short. We are hoping to go back to this property in the summer. I would highly recommend this property to anyone who is visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brie S.

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

Idyllic and Tranquil Getaway

I had a wonderful stay here. The property and guest space are gorgeous and just what I needed. Soaked up as much as I could of their private beach, kayaking, and swimming (complementary). Just a 5-minute drive to explore Wolfeboro and Lake Winnipesaukee. Will definitely come stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abba C.

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

Lovely, tranquil room by the lake

Such a peaceful and quiet little place right on the lake. Hosts were so friendly and welcoming and do anything to make your stay more enjoyable. The rental is a studio above the garage which was smaller than I imagined, however the location, hospitality and tranquility more than made up for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for 2 of Us to Explore Area

Very clean, comfortable, well-maintained apartment. Friendly hosts. Sitting on little private beach was delightful—peaceful and a lovely view. Pond bottom was mucky, so we wished we'd brought water shoes to enjoy our swim more. Fun to see and hear 3 loons. Convenient to Wolfeboro for dinner and nearby walks and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

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

Beautiful area

The loft above the garage was very nice and worked well for our purposes. Owner does mention to bring your own sheets but be sure to bring your own towels as well as there are none. Very friendly owners and very accommodating 👍🏻Thank you, we truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coleen S.

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

Lakeside Retreat

Karen and Richard were excellent hosts. The property is breathtaking and the lake is so clean. We were very comfortable in the apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja S.

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

Beautiful location

This was my first time to the lake region of NH & I loved it! Karen and her family were very hospitable. The property is very scenic and relaxing. There are boats/kayaks to use. Next time I will bring floating devices, just to float and take in the sun. In addition the downtown area is 2 miles away. Check out the tours on Lake Winnepesaukee
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lia R.

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

Amazing location on gorgeous lake

My mom and I had a wonderful stay at Karen and Rich’s property. We stayed in the guest suite above the garage. The suite was well-equipped and had what we needed for our stay. Nothing fancy, but perfectly adequate. The real selling point of this property is the gorgeous location (and the very friendly and accommodating hosts). It’s right on Rust Pond, which is really a lake. They have multiple different boats you can take out on the lake, and their lakefront backyard is just beautiful. We are most of our meals in the gazebo overlooking the lake. We had a great stay, and are definitely planning on coming back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

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

Wolfeboro property

Out of the way but not hard to find. Host very pleasant. Beautiful location. I hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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Hosted by Karen Coan

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