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The House at Harvey Lake

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Private kitchen
Living area
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Northwood, NH
  • Place, Chesley Memorial Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Hampton Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Second Floor Full -1

1 Single Bed

Second Floorn Full -2

1 Double Bed

Second Floor queen

1 Single Bed

Second Floor Twin

1 King Bed

Third Floor King

1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Upstairs Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The House at Harvey Lake

Sleeps 13

The large Main House was once an Inn on the stagecoach route heading towards Concord. Today, it's a perfect family getaway! It features six bedrooms.
There is a large screened porch that, a patio with Webber grill, a deck overlooking the water.
You'll find this house to feel like your home away from home!
We are located in the center of NH.
20 to 40 minutes away to many tourist locations from Maine, Portsmouth, the Lakes Region, Louden Raceway and many more

This is a huge home located water front on the 130 acre Harvey Lake. Our lake boasts great fishing, boating and a sandy beach. We offer free kayaks, paddle boats, and canoes. There is a gas grill and fire pit for you to enjoy.

You will not be sharing the home, however there are cottages located on the 5 acres of waterfrontage

We live adjacent to the home, and we are just a phone call away if you need anything

Enjoy the lakefront, the local state park, and the famous Antique Alley! We are just a short drive to Loudon (For NASCAR) or Laconia (for great concerts, events, and Bike week)

The Cottages at Harvey lake are located directly on Route 202. This is an excellent location which is convenient to Concord, Portsmouth and the Lakes Region.
- Please use life jackets when using the boats. Do not feed any wildlife. Please treat the property with respect..
- There are discounts for 1 week and longer stays
- Thanks you for considering to stay with us
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 168881vb
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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Northwood

Located in Northwood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Northwood Meadows State Park and Wildlife Management Area, while Strafford Historic Society and Scenic Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lee USA Speedway or Lundholm Gymnasium.
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Northwood, NH

What's nearby

  • Chesley Memorial Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of New Hampshire - 16 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Market Square - 39 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Hampton Beach - 40 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Water Country - 42 min drive - 51.4 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 17 min drive
  • Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blooms & Brews - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Jefferson - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cooper Hill Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The House at Harvey Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The House at Harvey Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The House at Harvey Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The House at Harvey Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The House at Harvey Lake located?

Situated in Northwood, this beach holiday home is steps from Chesley Memorial Library and within 3 mi (5 km) of Northwood Athlectic Fields and Stonehouse Forest. Wildlife Management Area and Northwood Meadows State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is an old stagecoach inn. The ground floor has great living spaces with short ceiling heights. There are multiple bedrooms on the second floor with a bathroom to share. The third floor has 2 bedrooms. The inn has air conditioning throughout. All the amenities were good. The host is very responsive and welcoming. The beach area is well appointed with kayaks and life vests for guests to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice and convenient.. Enjoyed our stay very much, thank you..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing week!The house was spacious with enough room for 8 of us. The beach access was literally steps from the house and Nancy and Lee were very gracious hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very clean and spacious home on a pretty lake with a nice little beach. Many Kayaks are available for use.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

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

Great family vacation spot

Twelve of us stayed in the main house, ages ranging from toddler to retired. Great location, and yes, the road can be busy with some road noise, everything else outweighed that concern including the free kayaks, the little beach, a nice deck with a view, and the location between Portsmouth and the Lakes Region. Excellent value.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen C.

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

Wedding Stay

This was a great stay. Definitely an older property but served the purpose. It's everything you need and our family had a great time. We would use it again. We did not use any of the amenities because of the weather but seems like there was plenty there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing hosts!

The hosts were wonderful! Ample supply of boats and life jackets. Beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Great Family Vacation

The house was great. Plenty of bedrooms for my family of 12. There were more then enough eating spots for the family to enjoy meals together. The lake was perfect for kayaking and fishing. The fishing was great, everyone caught at least 3 fish. The kitchen updates made cooking for everyone so easy. The grill is in good shape and work well. Nancy and Lee were the best hosts I've ever dealt with; they greeted us upon arrival and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. My family and I will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debra P.

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

Lake

The place was clean and accommodated our needs. The negatives are there was no hairdryer available. Unable to find any outlets in the 2nd floor bathroom so you had to go to the first floor bathroom. There were no mirrors in the bedrooms so you couldn't use the hairdryer in the rooms. No blankets on the beds or in the closets. If you arrive when it is dark it is difficult to see the entrance because there was no light above or near there sign. They are also on a busy road.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather Ross A.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

Harvey Lake Farmhouse – A Perfect Family Getaway!We had a wonderful stay at the farmhouse on Harvey Lake! The house was spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room for our group of adult children and their significant others to relax and spread out. Each bedroom even had its own TV, which was a great bonus.The view of the lake was absolutely stunning whether we were enjoying our morning coffee or winding down in the evening, it never got old. There were plenty of kayaks available, and we took full advantage of being right on the water. Inside, we appreciated the great selection of games, which made for some fun, cozy evenings together.Nancy and Lee were excellent hosts, very responsive and full of great recommendations for restaurants and local attractions. The location was perfect: quiet and peaceful, yet close enough to enjoy mini golf, real golf, restaurants, and shopping at the outlets. A highlight of our trip was spending time at the Concord Main Street Festival, such a fun experience!All in all, we had a fantastic time and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing, scenic, and activity-filled getaway. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

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

Good value, easygoing vacation , great hosts!

We were 2 couples, 3 young adult singles and one child. There are 7 bedrooms. All the singles and the child had their own private bedroom! The house is quite old with some newer renovations. The ceilings are low in spots and the stairs are steep and narrow. I would not recommend this house for those with balance or mobility issues. There was plenty of seating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cordelia R.

A lovely summer weekend on the lake

Nancy and Lee were wonderful hosts to our large group. They offered to check us in early, gave us helpful information upon our arrival, and were kind and welcoming throughout the entire weekend. The property is beautiful - the main house is old but well-kept and clean. It is perfect for a large group of friends or big family looking for a simple place on a lake for a perfect summer weekend. Bonus is it's pet-friendly! There are plenty of grills on the property, fire pits for bonfires, and kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats to explore the lake and surrounding islands. There are also lots of places to eat and even a brewery nearby. All in all, we had a great time thanks to our hosts, Nancy and Lee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you for the fantastic review! Our goal is to provide a comfortable place to stay and create some great memories for our guests. We are happy you stayed with us and hope you will return! Thanks again, Nancy and Lee Carver
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Walsh Family Vacation 2019

We all had a wonderful time. Nancy and Lee are excellent host and hostesses. All went fishing and kayaking. My grandson found friends and now loves to kayak. The house has plenty of room. They were very welcoming to our old little dogs. The other guess in the cottages were all very friendly. The lake is beautiful. We did do some antiquing which was fun. I would definitely recommend The cottages at Harvey Lake. It was fun, laid back and our family laughed and had fun. Thank you Nancy and Lee. Lisa and Tom Walsh
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We were pleased to have you as our guests and happy that you had an enjoyable time on your vacation. Our goal is that everyone enjoyed the beauty, comfort and activities as much as we do. We hope you made some lasting family memories on Harvey Lake and hope you’ll return! Thanks again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laura K.

Nice not great

Pro’s: Nancy is incredibly kind, and quick to respond to any needs we had. She personally greets all guests when they arrive. There are plenty of kayaks, paddle boat, and different size life jackets. Fabulous fire pit area. Grill was dirty, but there was a wire brush there to clean it. Small, but very clean beach area with a few lounge chairs. Super easy to keep an eye on the kids. The lake is beautiful! We only saw one jet ski while we were there. Did not see any power boats though, but I believe they are allowed. The lake is incredibly clean. Perfect for swimming. There is a little island you can paddle out to and explore. Tons of board games available to use. A washer (top load) and dryer was a huge plus for us, as we had two lake loving dogs and four kids with us! More than enough space in the main house for large family to find some peace and quiet. Kitchen has all major appliances, clean, and in great working condition. Small bottle of dish soap, new sponge, and plenty of dish towels available. Pots, pans were clean, and there were a few of each. There is also a cake pan (glass). More than enough linens available. Water pressure was excellent Plenty of hot water (unless the washer is running, then it is a cold shower for you😉) A/C units on each bedroom, and in the family room/kitchen area. Cons: You must know this is right on an incredibly busy main road. The road noise is very loud. kitchen had very limited cooking utensils. This was tough for me, as I do a lot of cooking. There was one 2 cup measuring cup, and an incomplete set of measuring spoons. I believe there was one cooking spatula and some sort of spatula with a slot in it. There is no strainer for pasta or rinsing veggies. The knife block only had a few knives in it, and they were not sharp. There are absolutely no staples in the kitchen except salt and pepper shakers. Nancy was kind enough to bring me flour, so I didn’t have to run out and buy a bag. There is no oil, flour, sugar, or spices of any kind. I asked for some floor cleaning supplies b/c my dogs paws are always dirty. Nancy left the supplies for me, but the mop was so dirty, the floors were never going to get too clean. The main floor bathroom caulking really needs to be redone. I think the bathroom was relatively clean, but when the white caulk is so stained, it makes me wonder. The A/C units and fans worked very well, but they had a lot of dust built up.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you for the kind and thoughtful words of encouragement. Our property is on a more heavily traveled road than some properties, which may be especially true when people are coming and going from work. It also means that we are easy to get to, are convenient to major New Hampshire attractions, and have many great local restaurants, a NH State liquor store, laundromat,supermarket, churches, healthcare and much more nearby. Most of our guests say they don’t hear the traffic after they have been here for a bit. The Cottages at Harvey Lake has over 5 acres of waterfront property with plenty of room to spread out. As you can imagine, cleaning a large 6 bedroom home requires significant time. We assure that all areas throughout the home are cleaned and disinfected between guests. We never reuse bedding or linens (as many hotels do). As a pet friendly vacation destination, additional time is always spent following each guest with pets to assure that all dander is removed, and the air is purified. We suspect that our guests with allergies or sensitivities are especially appreciative of that. 😊� Thank you again for staying with us. Please consider visiting us in the future, should your vacation plans bring you back to our area. If you have any additional suggestions please call us. We are happy to hear from you! Thanks. Nancy and Lee Carver
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rae C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was wonderful! We had 10 of us there and one dog. It was perfect for what we wanted being right on the lake and the owners were so attentive! I’d recommend it to anyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear the house was a perfect fit for your group and your pup, and that you enjoyed the lakefront location. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our attentiveness. You’re welcome back anytime! Thank you again for choosing to stay with us! Nancy and Lee
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sally H.

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

Good value but too near a main road

Lots of room for extended family gathering for a wedding nearby. Kitchen was well equipped. A dozen hooks in the bedrooms and upstairs bathroom would be good, no where to hang anything including wet towels
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

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

Great house for big family gathering.

With 6 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a modern kitchen, large dining room, large laundry room, 2 bathrooms, a screened in porch and large deck, this house always had plenty of room for all our activities. The Sandy beach with its paddle boat, 7 kayaks, and lounge chairs was a great way to start our days during a very hot summer. Kayak trips to the island for lunch were a fun highlight. The friendliness of Nancy and Lee with their helpful information made our whole experience delightful. There are very good restaurants and children’s activities within 15 minutes of the house, so much available to enjoy every day. Looking from the deck to the lake and seeing two great blue herons on the dock was a special treat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Lovely time making memories!

Nancy was a joy, very helpful and attentive, made us feel very welcome. The kitchen was recently updated and great, plenty of room to store stuff. Most rooms had air conditioning which was very needed the two weeks we were there and the house amazingly stayed cool, that is unexpected for a house this old. Some things I want to mention just to help people , again the stay was great. The traffic can be loud, bring a white noise thing. The stairs to the bedrooms are sturdy but not standard for these days and can be difficult for people with mobility issues. The fire pit was on the other side of a cottage so we never used it. The lake entrance is shared with the cottages and had a great sandy beach and entrance into the water was great, with or without lake shoes. Swimming was great no issues with weeds or fish. There was a big turtle but he stayed his distance <3 I would recommend the big house for a great family vacation. Oh the porch was our favorite it had sun all day long!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elena K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall it was nice

We had a lovely stay. The host was extremely helpful and accommodating. We were not expecting cabins so close, but they came in handy at the beginning of our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Great place for large gatherings

We had a large group of family and friends, and this was the perfect place for us! We were so happy we found it. Nancy was a great host! Very quick to respond to text messages, there if you needed her, but never there constantly bugging us. We stayed in the main house. It’s 200 years old, so it has its quirks, but we thought it was great with a lot of character. Harvey Lake was beautiful and it was awesome being able to walk down to fish whenever we wanted. Huge fire pit with the house which was perfect for 14 of us! We are definitely planning on going back! Thank you Nancy for being such s great host with a beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Relaxing and plenty of space

Me and my family had a relaxing and beautiful stay here! The owners were very tentative and me and my family had plenty of space. The 1st floor updates were enjoyable and we loved the big kitchen with lots of counter space. Overall very pleased with this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2021
Thank you! Please visit us again! Nancy and Lee
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

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

Comfortable, clean, well supplied, and pleasant.

We enjoyed a family reunion here, loved the deck, kitchen, swimming and kayaks. We hiked and picked blueberries nearby. Nancy was great. Only drawback is the traffic noise from nearby road. Some bedrooms are very basic but all have good beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

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

Great vacation!

Such a great place to go for a week in New Hampshire! The lake was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken T.

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

Lots of room In Northwood

Our host, Nancy, was awesome and responsive. The kitchen was newly remodeled and very nice Our experience was consistent with the reviews that I had read When staying at a house that is over 100 years old, guests need to accept that the house will have signs of character as was our experience The amenities were perfect for a lakefront house
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2021
Thank you for the kind words! We work very hard to give our guests the most enjoyable vacation possible. We are glad you visited with us and hope you made some fantastic memories with your family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil T.

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

Great stay at the lake!

We had a great week at the main house. Nancy and Lee are super friendly and very responsive. The house is on a main road, so there is a lot of road noise but we knew that going in so it wasn’t a problelm. The house is 200 yrs old and they have done a nice job keeping the charm and adding some modern conveniences. The lake access is well maintained and there were plenty of kayaks for the five of us. The other guests were all friendly and there were so many cute dogs!! A great trip all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Carver

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Our CottagesOur cottages have not only been a part of our family’s history, but are truly integral to the Town of Northwood’s history.  As the story goes, the 200 year old “Main House”, was considered to be a favorite resting spot for travelers heading through to Concord across the First NH Turnpike.   Later, the cottages were built to allow vacationers to enjoy the one of the best kept secrets of lake getaways.  We’ve kept that hometown charm and feel which allows you to enjoy the same, simple lifestyle, which our grandparents may have enjoyed.  Of course, we’ve added some expected conveniences such as    Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and climate controlled cottages.  Each cottage enjoys a fully unobstructed water view and frontage on the Lake.  Inside you’ll find everything you need for your vacation getaway including linens, towels, soaps, shampoo, and a kitchen that includes everything you need to prepare that fantastic breakfast, lunch or dinner!  Outside, is your own gas grill and fire pit for that romantic campfire.  When you awake each day, you can enjoy taking out a kayak or sit with your family to enjoy the sunrise on a perfectly calm lake.  If you are planning a large family gathering, or even if you want a little extra space, consider the “Main House” as your destination.  The home offers you room for up to 16 guests yet is economically priced to create that romantic getaway for you and your “best friend”. We hope you agree with us that The Cottages at Harvey Lake are truly “Where family memories are made!”  

Why they chose this property

We are centrally located, It is an easy ride to many locations in New Hampshire and Massachusetts

What makes this property unique

We are a family owned business and are here to make you vacation perfect! It is a great place on the lake for all. We are also Pet friendly.

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