Entire home

Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views

Photo gallery for Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views

A room with large windows offering a view of a forest and mountains.
A house with a stone chimney, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and flowering plants.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a dining area.
A forested area with a table and chairs set up for outdoor dining, overlooking a scenic view.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a bench, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Accommodating 8 guests, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers lake views and is located in the mountains, ideal for adventure seekers. Enjoy outdoor areas like a deck and patio, along with access to golf nearby and skiing nearby. Nearby attractions include Ellacoya State Park and Gunstock Mountain Coaster.

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

View in a map
Gilford, NH
  • Place, Ellacoya State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views

Restored 1821 Cape Cod farmhouse with modern kitchen/family room addition just 1.1 miles from Gunstock ski (and year round) resort, 15 minutes from Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire's beautiful lakes region.

Antique living and dining rooms, each with a gas fireplace downstairs, plus kitchen and small family room with casual dining space and adjacent spacious bedroom (with King size bed adjustable to 2 twins), large window seat on the lake/mountain view and bath with sunken tub and skylight. Two additional bedrooms (one queen, one full/double) upstairs with additional bath. Living room sofa is queen sofa bed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4674484
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Belknap Mill Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ellacoya State Park and Gunstock Mountain Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Winnipesaukee Playhouse. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Map
Gilford, NH

What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Weirs Beach - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Squam Lake - 25 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 22 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪T-Bones Great American Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views?

As of 30 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views on 20 Sept 2026 start from £697, 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 at Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Antique charm, modern amenities, lake and mountain views located?

This family-friendly Gilford holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ellacoya State Park, Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Gunstock Mountain Resort. Lake Winnipesaukee and Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Johnson

Host profile image
Originally from Texas and Illinois, we served abroad in the US Foreign Service over two decades, collecting souvenirs in Asia and Europe. Our 3 children are all grown now, only with us on holidays at Cherry Cottage. We continue work from home (immigration law and renewable energy consulting) in the other of the two buildings on the compound.

Why they chose this property

We loved the scenery, the warm, straight-talking New Englanders and the wealth of outdoors activities offered by New Hampshire's Lakes Region. When we saw this property, it seemed a perfect for us now, when our children are rarely here but we can have access to the beautiful outdoors to kayak, hike, snowshoe, cycle or ski whenever it works.

What makes this property unique

Visitors confirm our sense that the view from our ridge of Lake Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee Mountains to the east is truly delightful. It wasn't till we lived here though that we began to collect photos of the spectacular sunrises over the lake and mountains. We thought the 1821 Cape Cod farmhouse, with original moldings and proportions appropriate to 200 years ago, was charming and cozy but the kitchen and baths are modern and efficient, just as they should be. You can curl up with a book on the Master Bedroom window seat, ensconced in throw pillows and an afghan, while soup or spaghetti sauce bubbles gently on the stove and bread rises in the "warming oven", casting a glance from time to time out the wide window on the view towards the White Mountains.

Convenient both to amenities like Gunstock Resort (1.1 miles away) and Route 93 (about 5 miles), one can get to Manchester Airport in about a hour, Boston in 90 minutes, Hampton Beach in 45 minutes, Lake Winnipesaukee in 10 minutes and a half dozen other ski resorts or state parks for a variety of outdoor sports in New Hampshire, within 45-60 minutes. Charming Wolfeboro, NH is about 30 minutes drive.

Languages:

English, French, German

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback