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Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Winchester, NH
  • Place, Ashuelot River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Winchester Speedpark
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful.

New Hampshire Meals & Rentals Operator's License #063697
We only rent to mature adults aged 25 and older. No children allowed under 8 years old.
Private beach, dock, raft, rowboat, canoe, 5 Kayaks, or launch your boat. ROKU TV, high speed internet, WIFI, 42' flat screen internet TV.
Sleeps 6 - two bedrooms - One with Queen bed, one with two single beds (Can be made into a Queen), and a full-size pullout couch in the
family/living room.
106 feet of sandy beach with dock and raft for your swimming, boating, or fishing pleasure.
8' sliding door to patio 80 feet from water's edge.
Central air conditioning
Faces east for beautiful sunrises. Beach is sunny all day.
Eight golf courses are in the region.
Everything provided except beach towels.
Activities - swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, mountain climbing, golf, miniature golf, go carts, bowling, shopping, restaurants, plays, auctions, antiquing, Ice Fishing, Ice Skating, Snowmobiling, Cross Country Skiing, 1 hr. to Snow Skiing - Okemo - Mount Snow - Crotched Mountain.

The best of New England awaits you. A quaint New England town with baked bean suppers, antique shops & auctions, fairs and friendly people all nestled in the foothills of New Hampshire. Enjoy your weekends and vacations with deer, fox, Bald Eagles, and Canadian geese as life slows down to a relaxed pace. Four miles from New Hampshire's largest wilderness state park - Pisgah State Park. It's great for hiking and enjoying the great outdoors. Twenty-four miles to Mount Monadnock - Elevation 3,125' - One of the most frequently climbed mountains in the world.

- Most people are having such a great time - They don't leave the lake.

This abode is located on Forest Lake in Winchester, NH. The Monadnock Region is great for Summertime fun, Fall foliage, Winter activities or Springtime hiking.
- Handicap accessible - No stairs to climb or hills to navigate. 80 feet from the water's edge.
- No running up and down stairs with food plates, etc. The patio and barbecue grill are right outside your sliding door.
- Beach is sunny all day from sunrise to sunset - Some beaches are shady most of the day.
- Equipment provided - Canoe, rowboat, 5 kayaks, life vests
- We do have a dog on the premises. Her name is Lady Callie. She is very friendly and loves everyone.

2 hrs. from Boston, MA (90 mi.)
1 hr. 20 min. from Hartford, CT (85 mi.)
2 hrs. from Albany, NY (100 mi.)
3 hrs. from NYC (200 mi.)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
No children allowed under eight years old
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Events

No events allowed
No large gatherings, unless landlord approves.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking inside-not allowed. Smoking restricted out
Rental Rules: 1. People other than those in Guest party may not stay overnight. 2. When cooking use the Microwave exhaust fan.

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: No large gatherings, unless landlord approves.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Winchester

Located in Winchester, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery and Rhododendron State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Northern Illusion and Cheshire Children's Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Winchester Speedpark or Alumni Field. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.
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Winchester, NH

What's nearby

  • Ashuelot River - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Winchester Speedpark - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Conant Public Library - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Loring Field - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Brattleboro Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bacon Me Crazy - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪West LA Beer - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rustic Table - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful.?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful. on May 28, 2026 start from $188, 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 Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful lake side get away, quiet, and peaceful. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Winchester Speedpark, New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery, and Conant Public Library. Loring Field and Bennett Gorge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumner J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and nice hosts. Had coffee on the beach every morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Wonderful place

Had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Weekend getaway

A perfect weekend away, close to a variety of activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was excellent. Bad time of year for fishing but not their fault. Only critique no easy access for canoe launch due to pipes near the docks and docks pulled in
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell K.

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

Delightful Stay

Nice spot on a lovely lakefront property. Very convenient location with short, easy drives to Keene, NH, Northfield,MA, and Brattleboro, Vt. Our hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Girls weekend

The place was really clean. Lots of stuff to do. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great week

Very nice,in area on private lake and was clean and quiet.Owners nice to work with and very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

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

Beautiful

We enjoyed a short two night stay at the lake house and loved the beautiful views! The house was exceptionally clean and the host was warm and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl R.

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

Clean and comfortable

Very clean and well cared for property. Great location for exploring the surrounding areas. The location on the lake is just magical. Wonderful trip...would love to see it in the summer time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Peaceful lake stay.

We had a very pleasant stay on the lake at Bill’s house. It had everything we needed for our stay for work. Bill and Sandy were very welcoming and made sure to keep us updated as necessary.
Stayed 62 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander J.

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

Amazing

We couldn’t have asked for better host! Place was remarkable. I would highly recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Comfortable, clean, lakeside accommodations with a beautiful view.

Overall experience was great, perfect location for our daughters graduation from Keene State. Kitchen well appointed, we had a nice cookout. Enjoyed the beautiful lake, wish we had more time to enjoy even more! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Great stay

Bill and Sandy were great hosts. We enjoyed our stay in their home. The kids spent all day on the lake swimming, kayaking and fishing. I plan on coming back with my son for a little ice fishing this winter! Great place for a family to get away and enjoy the great outdoors.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Lovely Home away from home

The home was lovely with a beautiful view of the lake. It was very quiet and peaceful. There were also some nice walking trails near by which I enjoyed while I was there. Bill & his wife were very warm and we felt very welcome and at home there!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey a.

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

Quiet Gem on the Water

Great location right on the lake. Property owner is really nice and they allow guests the use of kayaks, canoe, and row boat to enjoy the water. Property is super clean. Owner takes pride in his property and it clearly shows.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold R.

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

Peaceful !!

Too early for the dock and a bit chilly for the kayaks that were available, very friendly host, fantastic views right on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Sister trip

We couldn’t have asked for a more wonderful stay. The property was as listed and better than we could’ve imagined. The most relaxing spot I’ve ever been to on a vacation and my sister had the same feeling. We thank the McGrath’s for sharing their home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Beautiful

Relaxing and simply gorgeous. Property was quite spacious and comfortable. Everything was there that was needed. Loved it!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

New England journey

First class in EVERY way!! The owners were wonderful. Quiet, peaceful and beautiful. You will not want to leave!!!! Do yourself a favor and try it....You'll love it!!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger A.

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

Comfortable

Nice property and a nice location. Overall an enjoyable stay and the owner was very good at responding to us. Couldn’t get the television to work and not much in the way of “extras” (we had to buy laundry soap, coffee/filters,toilet paper, and condiments, flour sugar etc.) overall a good experience and we would stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry / Simon W.

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

What a delightful stay at the Lake!

We had a wonderful stay at this Lakeside Get-a-way! Bill was great with communication both prior to and during our stay. The place is impeccably clean and has everything you need to enjoy a comfortable stay with GREAT view of the lake. We so enjoyed the early morning watching the sun rise over the mountains and watch the fog develop then disappear over the lake as the sun came up! Awesome! We will definitely put this on our places to stay next time we visit S. New Hampshsire!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john a.

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

stay at forest lake sept.2020

the property was even better than the pictures shown on VRBO. everything was spotless,everything you could ever want was included . there were kayaks, canoe,rowboat,fire pit all in like new condition. brand new kitchen and bath we hope to go again soon. PS.fishing was great also
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne M.

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

Peace and quiet — perfection!

This rental unit provided the perfect get away! Bill was the most welcoming host and the unit had everything we could possibly have wanted. Beautiful scenic views from the living area and the kitchen window were most therapeutic to our tired eyes. Highly recommend this rental to anyone who wants to get away from it all!. And as a bonus, it’s within short driving distance to restaurants and shopping. Thank you Bill McGrath for making our stay so very pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy T.

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

Nice little house, beautiful location.

Very nice little home with a beautiful location. Above average cleanliness. Nothing fancy. Has pretty much everything you could need available. Bathroom is combined with laundry room, which is fine, but the bathroom part is small. The purpose of our trip was leaf peeping and climbing Mount Monadnock, So this location served our needs quite well. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gary O.

Our stay was awesome! Beautiful & peaceful.

Our daughter, Molly, is disabled and the open floor plan design of the home provided great wheelchair accessibility. The kitchen and bathroom were both very well equipped and organized. We were able to enjoy fishing and swimming in the lake, including being able to wheel our daughter right to the water's edge and take her in for a swim. Bill and Sandy were great hosts and showed a lot of concern and compassion for our daughter's needs. We were pleased with everything during our stay and definitely will plan a return visit.

About the host

Hosted by Bill McGrath

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I am one of twelve children. I grew up in Meriden, CT and used to come to Forest Lake every Summer, since 1950. I graduated from the University of Hartford in Hartford, CT in 1979 with BS in Business Administration and graduated with MBA in Management in 1986. I spent most of my career as Material Manager for a small company in Bloomfield, CT. My wife and I are currently retired. I am currently on the Zoning Board of Adjustment, and I am the Winchester School District Treasurer and was on the School Board and Board of Selectmen.

Why they chose this property

I spent every Summer here, since 1950. I really loved the area and the people. My dream was to retire here. We purchased this property in 1992 and in 2005 we built our retirement home on Forest Lake. It's like being on vacation year round. We hate to leave to go anywhere else.

What makes this property unique

We love the lake, the woods, and the mountains. We like the rural character of the area. It's so peaceful and serene. It's like being on vacation year round. We like to travel, but we enjoy the area so much we don't like to leave.

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