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Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views

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Expansive flat lawn, wide fine sand beach and gradually sloping sand bottom
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
expansive flat lawn of family sports with incredible long views
volleyball, soccer, corn hole, baseball, crochet, frisbee what have we left out

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alton Bay, NH
  • Place, Sleepers Island
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellacoya State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2nd Floor Children's Corner Lake View

2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

2nd Floor Garden View Corner Room

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Lake View

1 Double Bed

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Fl Garden View Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Living room

2 Twin Beds

3rd Floor Treehouse Turret bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views

This large air conditioned home is the perfect retreat to relax and enjoy the most incredible long lake and mountain views on Lake Winnipesaukee. The private fine sand beach flows into a gradually sloping sand lake bottom which is perfect for families with children and water sports as well as for the mature generation. A 50 ft dock with boat slip and 2 moorings allow for easy access to your boats and watercraft. A canoe, 3 kayaks, a paddle board and row boat available for guest use. Great fishing spots are nearby. There is plenty of outdoor seating to take in meals or enjoy the views from the large lake-facing deck with dining area, the side entry porch and the expansive lawn that joins the wide beach. A guest favorite is sitting by the lake-side fire pit taking in amazing sunsets across 12 miles to open water to the mountains.

The house has traditional lakehouse charm with modern accommodations including all new appliances as well as kitchen and bathroom fixtures. Four separate living rooms provide private spaces. Indoor dining areas include a large kitchen island with 4 stools, a main formal dining room and a turret dining room overlooking the lake.

There are 6 bedrooms offering plenty of room for everyone. The second floor has 4 bedrooms and a formal living room in the turret with expansive views. On the third floor, enjoy another guests favorite; a treehouse experience in the turret bedroom with incredible lake views, a living room with a 2 twin day beds and a sixth bedroom alcove with a full bed.

Location
The property is also located equidistance from Wolfeboro and the Weirs and Meredith for easy access to restaurants and other activities. Gunstock Ski Area is only 5 minutes away where you can experience the longest zip line in the US, mountain biking, all-terrain Segways and horseback riding. Also just minutes away, Mt. Major is very popular for year-round hikes offering spectacular views of the lake and beyond to the Ossipee and White Mountains.

Wintertime
Wintertime transforms your experience into a wonderland of options. Gunstock Ski Area offers 55 downhill trails & glades, a terrain park with a half pipe, 50K of cross-country trails, tubing, night skiing and a horse drawn sleigh ride. The simple option of enjoying the house offers ice skating, cross-country skiing, hikes and snowmobiling across the frozen lake to nearby islands. Ice fishing is tremendous right in front of the house allowing for tending from a warm fire in the living room.

Guest interaction
Our home is not a rental property investment but our vacation home. Over the past 6 years, we have experienced great enjoyment, in hearing and reading of the tremendous memories that our family home has blessed on our guests. We are extremely understanding that our guest’s vacation is a precious family time and we strive to make our guest’s stay as enjoyable as possible. We provide you with mobile numbers of 3 family members that are available 24hrs a day to answer any questions or to correct any issues that may arise.

Neighborhood overview
Longview is centrally located on Lake Winnipesaukee providing and equally short drive to the main lake towns of Wolfeboro and Meredith. Gunstock Ski Area, offering year round adventure, is only about 5 minutes away. Grocery stores and retailers are about 10-15 minutes away in Gilford & Laconia.

Other things to note
Our property offers our guests almost all that they could possibly want in a Lakehouse and some never leave throughout their entire stay. That said, we are an extremely adventurous family and through our experiences, I have assembled a list of nearby retailers, adventures and restaurants but also experiences that will come to you from Classic Boat rides, Waterski/wakeboard instructors and fishing guides that I will provide prior to your stay.

Special Events and Weddings:
We have had many requests for utilizing the property for special events, especially weddings. With prior approval, we have allowed a few small gathering of less that 20 total people for an additional fee of $2,000.

There is high speed WIFI if you happen to find the time or remember that you brought your phone or computer.

(Please be aware of the varying seasonal rates from $600 per night in April to $3000 per night during the high summer season so be sure to enter your exact dates)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 36
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
Fees from $1,000 - $5,000 based on type and guests
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional pets and size w/ written approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security deposit withheld if occurs on property
Preferred guests are multigenerational families. Groups of young single guests probably won't be accepted. Primary renter must be over 36 yrs old.
15 guests - exceptions w/written approval - if no approval $500 per day. Max of 4 cars - exceptions can be discussed.
RV's, camping trailers, and tents not allowed w/o written approval. Max 1 boat - exceptions possible. Pets w/ prior approval and $250 fee per pet

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
Note from host: Fees from $1,000 - $5,000 based on type and guests
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 deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Alton Bay

Located in Alton Bay, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the beach. Lake Winnipesaukee and Ellacoya State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Winnipesaukee Playhouse. Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Kellerhaus are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling.
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Alton Bay, NH

What's nearby

  • Sleepers Island - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ellacoya State Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Coaster - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 10 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 30 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barrel Bar & Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wolfetrap Grill And Rawbar - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Panorama Pub - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Winnipesaukee Bay Gulls 2 - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views on May 30, 2026 start from $1,228, 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 Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Beachfront Family Retreat On Winnipesaukee - Amazing Long Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alton Bay vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sleepers Island and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lake Winnipesaukee. Ellacoya State Park is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Great location

Loved the location - especially the beach for little kids
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Beautiful Lake House

Beautiful turn of the century lake house! Spacious, charming, beachfront, beautiful views. Family enjoyed this tremendously. Highly recommend for anyone coming to the Lakes Region.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

N. F.

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

The perfect and classic Winnipeasaukee lake house

We had a great stay! The property is lakefront wonderful and the house spacious enough to comfortably fit our extended family ages 4-77. Think classic vintage lake house charm. We loved everything about it and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

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

Beautiful home right on the lake

The lake house is beautiful and exceeded expectations. The owners were friendly and responsive. I would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a home right on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Lake House 2023

Excellent property. Pet friendly, great beach. Amazing view. Great outdoor space. Comfortable living arrangements.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Fantastic lake vacation rental

We rented this property for a family lake vacation and it was perfect for our group. The spot on the lake was fantastic with amazing views. The home and backyard were a great fit for our family, including the children. We also rented a boat and were able to use the private dock. The property owners were very accommodating and helpful. Overall, a great experience and we hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Summer2024

We had a great week! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guido W.

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

Too short but beautiful

We came up to the house for a few days in October. Weather was beautiful - Lakeview nothing but stunning. The house is very charming. The old NH lakehouse vibes are tangible at all times. Very clean, very well equipped. As the nights were at freezing temperature we appreciated that the house always felt warm and cozy. Amazing place to stay with an extended family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chatladda M.

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

perfect spot for big family!

The house is too big for us, the family of 3 and a Shitzu dog, but the location plus that sand beach, the cleanliness of the house and that nice welcome from the owners made us felt relived from a nightmare of the first house we had rent the first week we arrived at NH from Bayside Rental!! Thank you! Ning
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Perfect outdoor spot

We had 8 adults and 2 children. The beach and water were just perfect. Children and dogs enjoyed playing in the sand and running in and out of the water. Back yard perfect for our games. Nice sitting around the fire pit by the water. The house had plenty of bedrooms. The house has been in the family since the early 30’s most is original. The addition is nice too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Amazing location on the lake

We had a wonderful stay at the property. The owners were very responsive with any questions/issues. The yard and beach are top notch. A perfect place for our kids to play and for us to relax. The only issue we had is that the rooms were a bit smaller in real life than they appeared in the pictures, which was a problem for fitting pack n’ plays in. Not all rooms can accommodate them, as an FYI for those traveling with infants/toddlers. Other than that, the house was great and our family had a fantastic week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Special Lake Experience

Somehow, midsummer, we stumbled into this property due to a cancellation that they had. Just a big family looking to be together on the lake, with a rented pontoon boat, a private dock and a firepit at the water's edge. We cruised the lake at dusk watching the lights around the lake come on and then sat around the fire for a wonderful end to the day. Lots of places to walk and experience lake life, lots of outside fun and laughter. This place is very special. The owners could not have been more accommodating. I know that no one will forget this weekend and we will be looking to do it all over again as soon as we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

The "At home feel" with "At the beach" attitude

The only thing i was missing here was more time to stay :-) This house is gorgeous! a family home built upon over generations to make the perfect Winnipesauke getaway. Plenty of comfortable rooms to stay in, plenty of space for your entire crew to spread out... even in the rain. We were lucky to find this house when the house we originally rented did not meet expectations. Keith and Karyn were excellent hosts; Karyn gave us the nickel tour and some history of the property which was intriguing and gave us the sense of home and family just to hear about it. Keith was very responsive with any questions asked. The kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were all very clean and well equipped... truly the best location we could see rentable on the lake; beautiful beachfront with a fire pit and sunsets that were breathtaking. This house made for the perfect turn around to what could have been a failed vacation. THANK YOU KEITH AND KARYN!!! we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect Lake Winnipesaukee home! The core of the home was built in 1930, from pine trees on the property, and has a rustic/antique feel. Over the years, the owners built up and out, so that this is a large home with many rooms. The beach is soft, wide, and slopes gently—perfect for young children. There’s a large dock for the tri-toon we rented, a fire pit, and several outdoor picnic tables, making dinner with young children much easier! (No need to sweep the floor since families of ducks stopped by every night to feast on what the kids dropped!) The owners thought of everything! Canoes and kayaks, lawn games and board games, linens, bath towels and beach towels. We’ve rented many lake houses, and never had a house this well stocked— spices, dish soap, trash bags, laundry detergent, flash lights, a blue tooth speaker, binoculars, tools. One of the two co-owners, Karyn, was easy to reach and a pleasure to work with. She did everything possible to help us get the most out of the week. This was a splurge vacation for us, but well worth the cost. We all want to go back! (Note to those with young children: We took photos of the house when we arrived, and removed items that we thought the kids might break, damage or lose (billiard balls and cue sticks, glass cups in the bathroom, two little balls for a tabletop soccer game, etc,). The photos made it easy to return everything to the right place.)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

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

Labor Day Weekend

Beautiful home. Great spot on the lake. Enjoyed the history of the home. Everybody had a great time. It was a fantastic weekend Thanks again Chris
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Great spot for family

We had a great time with our three young kids for two weeks). Great shallow beach for playing and dock for jumping off of. Rented pontoon boat and loved boating around and going to nearby sandbar (less than 5 minute bot ride away). Home had everything we needed and owner was extremely responsive to any questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen R.

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

Family vacation

We stayed at this home for a large family vacation. The lakefront property with views of the mountains was spectacular! The home was large with plenty of sleeping space. We appreciate that it is a family home but there were too many personal items left on display, not very kid friendly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Wonderful home for a family lake vacation!

This was our second family vacation at this home and we had another fantastic stay. The location is great, the view is amazing, and the owners are very accommodating. Hope to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Relaxing for all ages - 8 months to over 75 years

Space for everyone - inside, on the lawn, the beach and fishing or jumping off the dock. Picnic tables accommodated all 10 of us for lunch and dinner every day. After the kids were in bed, the adults gathered around the fire pit to enjoy the sunset and time together. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Amazing views with stunning sunsets

The home could have been more perfect for a weekend with the family. We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

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

Great family spot

This was our second time staying at this wonderful property. Karyn went out of her way to make it a special stay, helping us coordinate and plan surprise 75th birthday parties for our parents, complete with catered dinner, dessert and decorations. The waterfront is exceptional, with sandy beach and crystal clear water, not to mention the breathtaking views. We spent most of our days playing lawn games on the yard or taking the boats out on the lake and our nights by the fire pit. The house has comfy beds and the added air conditioning was a plus. Highly recommend this gem for any family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

A special house

Keith and Karyn's family home is very special..and I really enjoyed learning the history of the house. Keith and Karyn were very responsive pre and during our stay and Karyn was at the house when we arrived and walked through the property with us. I found it to be in better shape than I expected from the Vrbo photos as they've done a lot of work to the house since then. This was a bonus! You can't beat the location of the house, the private beach, and the fire pit to watch the sunset. Our young boys spent all day on the beach and running around the yard. It's great for people of all ages and close to restaurants and grocery stores. I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

A Week at the lake with family and Friends

This property is beautiful. Clearly a cherished family home that the owners are willing to share with others. We were all extremely happy with our week! Lots of spaces to accommodate a group of people who have separate interests at times, but also want to get together - at meals, over a puzzle, etc. We were very pleasantly surprised that all the bedrooms had A/C; this wasn't listed and it has been quite a hot summer, but the house has been upgraded and the week was very pleasant. Cozy in the rain and cool at night when it was humid outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

An excellent lake vacation!

Our family (10 of us) enjoyed the lake house property. The house is in an excellent location for boating (Alton Bay and several gas stations are nearby). Plenty of room for 10 of us and had space to spare! House is very clean and well maintained, rooms are on the small side but we spent most of our time outside or on the spacious deck. Karyn was very attentive and easy to communicate questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Keith Cunningham

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I grew up in Manchester, NH while spending summers and many weekends throughout the remainder of the year at our Longview Camp on Lake Winnipesaukee. Born into an adventurous family, our house proved to be the perfect base. As a 25 yr resident of NYC with kids moving into their teens that are extremely active with sports and friends, a new chapter of our house has commenced - sharing it with others. I'm told that the property can also be an incredible spot to just relax, take a walk onto the fine sandy beach into the crystal clear water, get lost in the incredible views, watch the clouds drift by, listen to the Loons or if your lucky, witness a lightening storm passing over the north side of the lake 5-10 miles away while your sitting by the beach side fire pit.

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