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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Bristol, NH
Newfound Lake
Place, Newfound Lake
3 min walk
Cummings Beach
Place, Cummings Beach
11 min walk
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
38 min drive
Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
Airport, Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
65 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 6)
Loft
2 Single Beds
Main Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Sun Porch
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood
Wildwood Cottage is part of the small 1950s Forest Acres vacation community tucked away on a wooded hillside in Bristol, New Hampshire.
The cottage sleeps 6 comfortably. There is private bedroom with a queen bed, a loft bedroom with 2 twin beds, and a double futon on the sun room. As an old fashioned "houskeeping" cottage ask you to supply your own sheets & towels. Blankets and pillows are provided. However, if you would like the convenience of linen service we can provide it fro a $60,00 service fee
It has been our family’s vacation home for more than 29 years. The crystal clear water of Newfound Lake is just a short, if steep!) walk to the bottom of the hill, and the wondrously tall conifer trees are all around.
Though the outside of the cottage is deceptively small, the inside is quite spacious, with plenty of light, natural pine woodwork, an open cathedral ceiling and loft area, a fireplace, screened sun room, and the obligatory deer head. If you're looking for "lodgey," you've found the right place!
The kitchen is equipped with a a small gas stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven and the usual cooking utensils. Being small and low tech there is no dishwasher. There is a flat screen TV with DVD player, a stereo, iPod/phone charging station. Wifi is available for subscription TV services. Cell phone service seems to be good in our location.
Outside there is a front deck with gas grill, outside tables & chairs and umbrellas to keep off the afternoon sun. There is a sand box in the yard if you have little tykes with you. We have a fire ring in the backyard and wood is provided. There is an enclosed outdoor shower for rinsing after the beach if you like the back to nature feeling.
The cottage is not on the beach, but it is right between the two Bristol Town beach areas, and about 7 minutes from Wellington State park - we'll provide the beach chairs and floaty noodles! We have found being off the main road and the busy lake front has means more peace and quiet, and a safer place for kids.
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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
About the area
Bristol
Located in Bristol, this cottage is on a lake. Welton Falls and New Hampshire Audubon are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paradise Point Nature Center and Ashland Railroad Station Museum. Rhino Bike Works and Annalee Outlet are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain climbing nearby.
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 38 min drive - 47.3 km
Loon Mountain Resort - 43 min drive - 74.3 km
Getting around
Tilton Station - 28 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Odysea - 5 min drive
Circle K - 16 min drive
Cielito Mexican - 6 min drive
Dunkin' - 16 min drive
LinCross Roast Beef and More - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood on 27 May, 2026 start from S$159, 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 Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Cozy, lodge-style cottage in wooded, quiet lakeside neighborhood located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Newfound Lake and Cummings Beach. Mill Stream Park and Mayhew Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We love staying here. The place is the perfect size for our needs, and it’s clean and well stocked. It’s so close to town and the beach. Laura is always fantastic to communicate with. Another great year at Wildwood!
Caitlin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2025
So nice to have you back. We love sharing the place!
We loved everything about it.We've been booking here for the 3 years in a row and we have the 4th already booked.It's cozy, clean, warm, quiet, comfy.Our kids talk about it for months. It's very special for our family.Paul and Laura are sooooo nice that it's hard to explain.
The cabin/cottage is very cozy and clean. Some nice stores and restaurants nearby not to mention the beautiful lake! Me and my husband loved our stay here.
Emilia T.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2024
Thank you for the kind review. I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Just as described on Vrbo everything you would want bed was very comfortable price was very affordable and owners of the cottage really care about there quest
This has become our favorite place for summer vacation. The cottage is well kept and comfortable. The area is quite and great if you are looking to relax. We are planning to stay there again. Highly recommend this cottage.
Bill N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you Bill! We look forward to having you back!
This is now the second time we’ve stayed here, and I already booked for next year. The house was clean, cozy, and well stocked. Working with the owner has been smooth and painless. We couldn’t ask for a better spot!
Caitlin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2024
Thank you for the kind review! Glad to have you staying next year as well!
This was out first ever family vacation and it was amazing... Peaceful area beautiful views lots to do for fun
Carmen T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2021
Than you ! So glad the gang had a good time. We loved you entry on the guest book!
About the host
Hosted by Laura Tedeschi
Owners Paul and Laura Tedeschi live in Brooklyn, CT We met as art students at UMASS at Dartmouth. We somehow ended up fixing up 3 older homes, before buying Wildwood Cottage.
We have 2 children a son and daughter, who spent many happy weekends and vacations at the cottage. Laura was scout leader (cub and girl) and has had her troops stay at the cottage.
Why they chose this property
We chose this area for a vacation home because Paul's parent's had been living in the White Mountains area and on return trips from visiting, we often would drive down Route 3 just to look at Newfound Lake and say, "Wouldn't it be great to have a little get-away spot here - it's so beautiful and peaceful - imagine going for a hike near the lake then coming home to a nice cozy fireplace?"
Paul's parent eventually moved to Bristol and his mom convinced us we should look for a place there. After looking at many run-down , low ceiling-ed, crowded cottage colony places, which was all we could afford on the lake, Paul's Mom called us to say she had our cottage, it wasn't on the lake "but just wait until you see it!"
We loved it the minute we walked in. The house had a sweet woody smell, the living room with the necessary cozy fireplace was perfect, and the house had never been finished so we could fix it up they way wanted. We could picture kids up in the loft bedroom. There was little noise from the busy shore road and lake. But we could see the lake through the trees, and we could walk down to Cummings Town beach.
The area has a great old-fashioned 50's-60' vacation feel, no over-development or huge motor boats on the lake. Shackett's grocery right up the street. Plus a nice little downtown area with antique shops and some great breakfast places and pubs. And all close to some nice natural areas we like to visit like Sculptured Rocks, Hebron Marsh, Quincy Bog and Wellington State Park. We were hooked! Now it's your turn to love Wildwood Cottage and Newfound Lake!