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Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam

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A cabin with a stone retaining wall and steps leading to a dock over a calm body of water.
A wooden dining table with three windows, each with a view of a lake and trees.
A wooden interior with a sloped ceiling, a window with a view of trees, and a built-in bench.
A lakeside picnic area with a wooden bench and picnic table, surrounded by trees and overlooking a calm lake with boats.
A cozy living room with a wooden interior, a fireplace, a TV, and a staircase leading to another level.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

  • By the lake

    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Squam Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Holderness, NH
  • Place, Squam Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Squam Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft open space

4 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam

Walking distance to the Holderness Town Center, Library, Science Center & lake cruise; mountain view; over 100 feet water frontage with kayaks, paddle boards, canoe available; kids swimming area between two docks and one float

First floor – living room, full bathroom, master bedroom, 2nd bedroom with washer and dryer, kitchen and screened porch.
Loft – open floor space with twin bed

Free WIFI; TV and smart DVD player

Two tandem kayaks, four paddle boards, one canoe, life jackets for adults and children.

Linens and towels - available but encourage to bring your own.

Suitability: pets not allowed, non-smoking only, children welcome
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3791591
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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

About the area

Holderness

Located in Holderness, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Squam Lake and Lake Winnipesaukee. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and Ashland Railroad Station Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Holderness, NH

What's nearby

  • Squam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Squam Lakes Natural Science Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Little Squam Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Loon Mountain Resort - 30 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Flume Gorge - 31 min drive - 62.2 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Common Man - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Last Chair - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Waterfront Cottage on Squam located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Squam Lake and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. Little Squam Lake and Holderness Historical Society are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

Great quiet spot

Nicely renovated house near the town of Holderness. Walk to town for meals at Walters or grab an ice cream.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Million Dollar View

The place was great. The lake was great. The kayaks were great. I wish we had never left
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Hi Brian, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. If you or your friend come to Squam area in future I would love to host you again. Jeffrey
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake front beauty

Great 2 weeks right on the lake. Boating and fishing with grandkids. All of us loved the house and the all the surrounding restaurants and entertainments.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2024
Dear Anne, Thanks for the great review. I am happy that you enjoyed the cottage, the lake, and the surrounding area. Hope to see you come back! Jeffrey
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for enjoying the lake with all the provided water craft. Check out the science center which is designed for kids of all ages. Local market is the place to go for fresh morning pastries. Plenty of local hiking. Overall the place was clean, but it is a lake cabin. Cabinets were well stocked with dishes and spices. The washer and drier were a real plus. On the chiller days the kids loved getting out of the water to warm by the fire in the fire pit. Thanks for a great family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place on a beautiful lake!

Lot's of sleeping room for guests. Great as a home base for outdoors activities. Less room for hanging in front of the tv or reading, but we were there during the winter when the porch and front yard was was out of commission. Interior is new and very clean. :)
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2022
Glad you had a good stay and enjoyed the fishing trip! :) Thanks for giving us the 5 starts! Come back during the summer time when you can enjoy the waterfront more... Judy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous!

What a wonderful house on Squam Lake. Literally right on the water - parents of littles should keep this in mind for safety reasons. The home is spotless. Walking distance to the Nature Center and shopping/boat rental area. We look forward to returning.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2022
Dear Emily, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. Really glad that you enjoyed your stay at Squam. Looking forward to hearing from you again. Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, amazing views

My family and I stayed here for a quick getaway. The location is great, close to many hiking trails and walking distance to restaurants and convenience stores, which have amazing sandwiches and coffee. The views from the lake house are amazing! I loved waking up and having my morning coffee out by the lake. The house was very clean and remodeled. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake and I tried paddleboarding for the first time. My sons loved fishing off the dock and swimming in the lake. It was great to get away and relax, we really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Hi Shannon, thank you for your wonderful review. Great that you enjoyed the stay. Have a great rest of the summer! Jeffrey
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Lovely cottage on Squam…perfect for our family! And so nice to be within walking distance of the Science Center and Squam Marketplace
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Would return! The lake access is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lakefront Stay

We absolutely loved our stay at this lakefront cabin. The location was wonderful and allowed the kids to play in the water all day with lake-side fires and smores each night. The paddle boards and kayaks were a real plus as well (we were sad we didn't have enough wind to use the sailboat). We rented a pontoon boat from Holderness Harbor, which is a 2-3 minute drive) and spent an incredible day on the lake with pit stops at the house from the boat for the kids. Couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A great stay in a beautiful location

Very pleased with everything. House was clean and well kept. Steps from the water and very comfortable. A great family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2022
Thanks for the great feedback. We are proud to have this cottage at a great location of convenience with a beautiful view, and we thank our guests for their cooperation/help to keep it clean so that it can be enjoyed by not only our family but also friends and guests.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great vacation week on Squam Lake and excellent fishing too!

We really enjoyed our stay and the cottage was very well maintained and located right on the waterfront. There was plenty of dock space with two docks and the waterfront was great for wading or swimming with stairs that lead right into the water. This is a very convenient location to the small, quaint downtown area and we walked there most mornings for coffee and exceptionally good breakfast sandwiches. Marinas are very close so boat rental was a breeze. Bass fishing was exceptional and this is an absolutely beautiful lake with many large bays. The owner (Jeffrey) was a pleasure to deal with and very accommodating. Would certainly recommend this as a nice "getaway".
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property,beautiful part of the lake!

Spacious Just enough modern conveniences but still charming so you felt you were at a lake house . The hardwood floors throughout were great everyone loved their beds .We were able to have cookout every night which enabled us to enjoy the splendor of the lake A real charm can't wait to come back. Also loved that we could walk to the general store and museum all an extra plus !
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great week on Squam!

We really enjoyed our time on Squam Lake this year in this perfectly situated cottage. We have been going to Squam for 8 years and this cottage gave us everything we could ask for. Steps to the water, a view looking right down Big Squam and it was just redone inside. Waking up in the morning and having our coffee on the edge of the lake is a great way to start the day. Judy made it easy to rent the cottage and everything was as it was stated. We will return!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2022
Dear Brian & family, Glad to hear you had a great time on Squam! Thank you for your kindly comments. Coming back every year for 8 years said something about the true beauty of Squam and its surrounding area! We welcome you come visit again! Judy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Magical

As overseas visitors, we were a bit nervous that the lake and house wouldn't live up to expectations (and there was the "On Golden Pond" pilgramage element too!). But from the moment we arrived and saw the steps down into the lake, we fell in love. The children spent most of the time in the kayaks, swimming or reading in the swing chair. I spent a fair bit of time toasting myself on the swimming platform, and my husband gave us plenty of video material with his paddle board attempts. We also went to the White Mountains and did the Rattlesnake walk. The house is comfortable and very well equipped and you are in easy access of the town (and I was delighted that I was able to source my essential daily cappuccino). As another reviewer has said, the owners were very helpful and responsive. Will always remember the magical still mornings, especially the one when I had the pleasure of being joined by two loons during my swim.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2022
So glad that you enjoyed your stay on the Squam! The magical still mornings are my favorite too. Next time, watch the sunrise from the dock, it's gorgeous! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful experience. Hope you come back visit again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

BEST OF LAKE AND TOWN

My husband and I stayed at this lovely Squam Lake home the third week of July, 2014. We were delighted with everything. This vacation home has it all: brand new interior, super waterfront for swimming and boating, and easy access close to town. We’ve stayed at many lakeside homes before, and this was by far the best. We enjoyed the new windows, easy internet access, and flat screen tv. What a pleasure to walk on new flooring instead of musty old carpet. The living room, kitchen, dining room and downstairs bedrooms worked well for us. The lake view from the porch toward the mountains is splendid, and we had our meals out there. The delightful upstairs loft is enormous, and could easily accommodate another couple and/or lots of kids. The home is waterfront; just a skip out the door and you’re on the lake. I love to swim, and I appreciated the clean, easy access into the water. It was fun having the swim raft as a destination. The lake toys were as promised, and I paddle-boarded for the first time. The aluminum canoe was perfect for us – we left our own canoe on top of our car the whole time we were there! Our biggest adventure was paddling out to Moon and Bowman islands. The home has everything you need for safe, fun water play and sports. Finally, the location of the home is superlative. The well-maintained access road is just a minute out of town, yet that minute takes you away from the main road. The result is an amazingly quiet yet convenient setting. I’ve rented other houses on Squam Lake where the access road was so bad that we hesitated to go to town or do other touring. From this Squam Lake home we could drive or walk to town as the spirit moved us. The Squam Lakes Science Center is two minute’s walk away, and is a wonderful resource with trails, exhibits, and boat rides. One evening we walked across to the Science Center and arrived just in time for a ranger presentation about lynx in New Hampshire. The town library runs programs for children 4-5 days per week. This well-placed home allowed us to do simple things like go out to breakfast in Meredith, and to also explore farther afield. We went to the White Mountains where we hiked the Flume Gorge trail, and took the cable car ride up Copper Mountain. The owners of the home were courteous and responsive; payments and communications went according to plan. Plan your trip to this Squam Lake home with confidence. We would go back in a heartbeat.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2022
Thank you for being great guests and provide such detail review right after your stay. We love to hear that you had a great time at the Squam Lake area and enjoyed what our home has offered. Come visit Squam soon :-) Judy

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