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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Laundry room
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Madison, NH
Pea Porridge Pond
Place, Pea Porridge Pond
16 min walk
Conway Scenic Railway
Place, Conway Scenic Railway
19 min drive
Cranmore Mountain Resort
Place, Cranmore Mountain Resort
20 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
64 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Loft area 1
1 Double Bed
Loft area 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Chalet • Jacuzzi Tub • Nordic Village Pools • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland & Skiing
"So close to the water's edge you could practically fish from the deck." That's what guests say about Idylweiss Chalet, our pond-side chalet in Eidelweiss Village, 15 minutes from North Conway. Mornings on the deck with the loons calling across Little Pea Porridge Pond. Afternoons on the private sandy beach with the canoe and kayak. Sleeps seven across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A short drive to Storyland, ski resorts, and the Kancamagus Highway.
Our chalet sits in a private alpine community on Little Pea Porridge Pond, a non-motorized lake we share with a small group of cabin neighbors. Family-owned and hosted for over a decade, the chalet runs year-round: swimming and canoeing in summer, snowshoe walks and ice skating in winter, foliage drives in fall.
Our chalet is two stories with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level has the open kitchen, dining, and living area under vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, plus one bedroom and a full bathroom. Sliding glass doors off the main level open to the upper deck overlooking the pond. The lower walkout level has two more bedrooms (one with a queen, one with a bunk), the second full bathroom, a second living area with a futon, the laundry, and a screened porch facing the water.
The deck and the beach are where the chalet opens up. The upper deck overlooks the pond with outdoor dining and a BBQ for slow mornings and evening cookouts. The backyard is directly on the water's edge offering a private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs, a canoe, a kayak, and a fire pit (permit required use of pit has an additional fee) The lower screened porch faces the water for a quieter spot to sit through a summer storm or watch the sunset.
HIGHLIGHTS • Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge • Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond • Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond • Lower screened porch facing the water • Fire pit on the beach (permit required) • Outdoor shower • Mini-split AC • WiFi and cable TV • Games console • Backup generator • 15 minutes to North Conway, short drive to Storyland and ski resorts
BEDROOMS(3)
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs) Double bed
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs) • Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Downstairs) • Twin-over-full bunk bed (sleeps 3)
Additional Sleeping Spot
Downstairs Living Room • Futon (sleeps 1–2)
BATHROOMS (2)
Bathroom 1 • Tub-shower combo • Stocked with bathroom essentials
Bathroom 2 • Walk-in shower • Stocked with bathroom essentials
Kitchen & Dining • Stainless fridge, electric range with oven, microwave, and dishwasher • Keurig coffee maker (K-cups not supplied) and kettle • Fully stocked with cooking basics, glassware, dishes, and cutlery • Dining table seats five to six • Breakfast bar with additional seating • Outdoor dining on the upper deck
Living Areas
Main Floor Living Area • Sectional seating for the group • Smart TV with cable and streaming apps
Downstairs Living Area • Futon seating (doubles as additional sleeping) • Smart TV with cable and streaming apps • Stocked throughout: Books, games, and a games console for slow afternoons
Outdoors & Patio • Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond • Lower screened porch facing the water • Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge • Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond • Fire pit on the beach (permit required) • Outdoor shower
EXTRAS • Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival • High-speed WiFi throughout the chalet • Smart TV with streaming apps • Private washer and dryer • Mini-split AC and main heating system • Backup generator covers the entire house • Driveway parking on the property • Hair dryer, iron, bed linens, and bath towels stocked • cell phone service can be inconsistent in the area but switching on WiFi calling allows for signal.
GUEST ACCESS Guests have full use of our chalet and the outdoor space around it, including the upper deck, lower screened porch, private sandy beach, canoe, kayak, lifejackets, and outdoor shower. The fire pit on the beach requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf (additional fee, seasonal). Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival. Driveway parking for four vehicles on the property.
HOUSE RULES • Check-in after 4 PM, checkout by 10 AM • 7 guests maximum (additional fee per guest over 4) • Quiet hours 9 PM - 9 AM • Shoes off inside the property • No pets, please • No smoking or vaping indoors — a $500 cleaning fee applies if the smell of smoke is detected inside the cottage. Please smoke outside and dispose of cigarette butts properly. • No parties or events • Trash must be taken to the Madison Transfer Station ($5 per bag) or taken with you upon checkout.
FAQs • The fire pit requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf, with an additional fee. Submit through the guest portal in advance. Not available in winter. • Coffee maker is a Keurig; K-cups are not provided. • Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are not provided; we recommend packing your own. • House towels stay inside the chalet; we recommend packing beach towels for swimming. • Pack and Play available onsite. • If you need anything at all, have any issues or questions, you are welcome to contact me either through VRBO or on my cell phone supplied via text/call.
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About the area
Madison
Located in Eidelweiss Village, a neighbourhood in Madison, this chalet is in the mountains and on a river. Shoppers can check out Settlers' Green Outlet Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of White Mountain National Forest and Saco River. Travelling with kids? Consider Conway Scenic Railway, or check out an event or a game at Saco Valley Sports Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
Kahuna Laguna - 17 min drive - 18.7 km
Conway Scenic Railway - 19 min drive - 19.7 km
Cranmore Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
Getting around
Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 14 min drive
Burger King - 14 min drive
Barley & Salt - 15 min drive
Dairy Queen - 15 min drive
Taco Bell - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Chalet • Jacuzzi Tub • Nordic Village Pools • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland & Skiing pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Chalet • Jacuzzi Tub • Nordic Village Pools • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland & Skiing?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Chalet • Jacuzzi Tub • Nordic Village Pools • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland & Skiing?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Chalet • Jacuzzi Tub • Nordic Village Pools • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland & Skiing?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Chalet • Jacuzzi Tub • Nordic Village Pools • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland & Skiing located?
This family-friendly Madison chalet is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pea Porridge Pond, Madison Boulder Natural Area and Madison Boulder. Conway Station and Handcrafters Barn are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Patrick Bentivegna
Growing up in a suburb of Boston, Patrick is a professional musician / guitar technician who has spent the last 20 years working in the music industry and touring the world with bands such as Mastodon, Matisyahu, Big Wreck, Thornley and his own band, HAARD, before getting into real estate investment. Originally from Northern Ireland, Adele is a Professor of literature at Emerson College who specializes in Shakespeare and early modern literature. The Idylweiss chalet is our second home, which we adore and spend as much time as possible visiting. We also love to share this with other people as it is a special place offering joy and good memories to other families. We also run an historic Inn in Salem, MA where we live with our two children.
Why they chose this property
The Eidelweiss community is a beautiful and quiet residential and vacation community. You are surrounded by nature and although you can drive just up the road to North Conway, you can relax at the chalet and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. Located on Pea Porridge Pond, this chalet is in a very unique place, having a private beachfront on the pond and plenty of places nearby to visit and have fun.
What makes this property unique
Newly renovated, Idylweiss chalet has a private sandy beach by a pond you can fish and swim in. There's also a fire pit one can toast s'mores on (permit required), a playground within walking distance, and beautiful natural scenery. It's unique because it's in a secluded spot, yet close to all the action/attractions in North Conway and the White Mountains.
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