Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Games at the ready
One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Stand Up Paddleboard NH
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
New Durham, NH
Stand Up Paddleboard NH
Place, Stand Up Paddleboard NH
13 min walk
Merrymeeting Lake
Place, Merrymeeting Lake
10 min drive
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
39 min drive
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal)
Airport, Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal)
56 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bunk Room
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs Bath
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Paradise awaits on Shaws Pond conveniently located in the Lakes Region.
One week left for summer - July 18 - 25th (now pending booking). Now booking for fall! 10 minutes from Wolfeboro and Brewster Academy.
Peaceful lakefront home on serene Shaws Pond with 3 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 baths. Imagine you and your family enjoying all that the lakes region has to offer. Dogs under 50 lbs allow for extra fee.
The lakehouse features a master bedroom (view of the lake) with a queen sized bed, 2nd bedroom with queen sized bed (view of the lake) and a "bunk room" that can sleep up to 3 (bunk bed with trundle mattress).
The living room is cozy and comfortable and there is also a 'playroom' with games and toys and can be converted into an additional sleeping area with an inflatable mattress. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes a dishwasher. There is a washer and dryer. The living room has a Smart TV with FuboTV to access most channels and a DVD player, no cable available, feel free to use your Netflix, Hulu or Amazon Prime accounts. Internet access is provided along with a desk area for those who must work remotely.
The dining room can seat up to 8 people and includes magnificent views across the lake. A perfect place to watch the sunset while you eat or you can eat outdoors on the lake!
Outside, you will find all the amenities including a gas grill, 2 picnic tables, a screen house by the lake, fire pit and access to the nearby beach. It also includes the use of a 40' dock, 3 kayaks (one is a double), and a rowboat along with life preservers. Motorboat access to lake at public beach. Motorboat not included.
Summer highlights include great swimming (swim raft included), boating (3 kayaks), fishing (bass, pickerel, perch, sunfish and more), and sitting by the lake enjoying the beautiful views and gorgeous sunsets. Gather around the campfire, roasting s'mores and making memories to last a lifetime. There is also great golf in the area at Kingswood Golf course with views of the lake.
In winter there's hiking, snowshoeing, and even skiing/tubing/cross country skiing/fat tire biking at Gunstock (only 35 mins away). For a truly unique New England skiing experience, head to Abenaki (only 15 mins away) for a small community run ski slope with an old fashion rope tow. There is also a skating rink with open skating times. When the lake freezes over, you can walk out the door to ice fish or skate across the pond. Stargazing is great anytime of year and sometimes you can even catch a glimpse of a comet or the aurora borealis while sitting by the firepit!
Fantastic day trips to nearby attractions, such as Castle in the Clouds, a hike up Mt. Major, ride on the Mount Washington on Lake Winnipesaukee, make this an ideal vacation spot. There a loads of local hiking trails including Sewall woods which provides miles of groomed cross country skiing trails and snowshoeing paths. Nordic Skier Sports in Wolfeboro provides the rentals and trail pass you need to enjoy a day out snowshoeing or cross country skiing.
Shaws Pond Lakehouse is a beautiful spot where you will instantly feel like you are away from it all. It's approximately 1/2 mile wide and a mile long. It has the convenience of being located only 6 miles from downtown Wolfeboro. Access to all the great restaurants, breweries, music and shopping that the Lakes Region has to offer. Just a quick drive into town for Wolfeboro's finest ice cream at Bailey's Bubble for an unforgettable treat. Plenty to do if you want or just relax and enjoy all that Shaws Pond has to offer.
Come enjoy the Lakes Region at its finest at the Lakehouse on Shaws Pond.
There are four outdoor security cameras on the property, one in the driveway above the garage, one facing the lake, one facing the front entrance to the house and one facing the side of the house.
Well behaved dogs under 50 lbs. allowed for fee.
PLEASE include a few words about you and your guests ~ we love knowing a little about our visitors when you are booking.
Minimum Age for Renter - 24 yrs. old NH License # 062086
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave all trash in the dumpster by the garage.
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fireworks permitted on the property
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number NH License # 062086
Property # 4231630
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
New Durham
Located in New Durham, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Wolfeboro Abenaki Ski Area and Ellacoya State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Winnipesaukee and Wentworth State Park. Stand Up Paddleboard NH and Hampshire Pewter Co. are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 39 min drive - 51.4 km
Getting around
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 17 min drive
Dunkin' - 11 min drive
Lucas Roasting Company - 12 min drive
Poor People's Pub - 24 min drive
Muddy Road Brewery - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise awaits on Shaws Pond conveniently located in the Lakes Region. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Paradise awaits on Shaws Pond conveniently located in the Lakes Region.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Paradise awaits on Shaws Pond conveniently located in the Lakes Region.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Paradise awaits on Shaws Pond conveniently located in the Lakes Region.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Paradise awaits on Shaws Pond conveniently located in the Lakes Region. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Stand Up Paddleboard NH and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Rust Pond. Lake Winnipesaukee and Clark House Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Robert Fontaine
Rob and Gevry purchased the house in 2013. Rob grew up on the lake and went UNH. Gevry has been in the New England area for over 25 years and went to UVM. They enjoy spending time by the lake, exploring the Lakes Region area with their teenage son.
Why they chose this property
The house has been in the family since 1960. Rob and Gevry live full-time in Framingham, MA, but spend much of their vacation time at the house on Shaws Pond enjoying the peaceful setting, boating, swimming, fishing and enjoying the local sights.
What makes this property unique
The house includes access to 3 kayaks and a row boat. You can enjoy a BBQ and dinner at the picnic tables overlooking Shaws Pond or in the adorable screen house that includes two mini refrigerators for easy access to drinks and snacks by the water.
The backside of the lake is undeveloped and provides beautiful views of the trees and hills. Shaws Pond is perfect for fishing, kayaking and swimming with very little motor boat traffic.
The house comes with everything you need - sheets, towels, beach towels, fully equipped kitchen, water toys, floats for the water, games, books, Wii and much more. We've got lots of recommendations for things to do in the area and are happy to help you plan your vacation.
Sunsets here are spectacular. So come enjoy all that this home has to offer.