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Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake!

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Deck area... You can dine here!
Lots of waterfront footage to enjoy!
Frontage of Cottage with Dock. It is ready for your boat!
View from your deck!
Good Morning! Another amazing sunrise as seen from your dock!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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New Durham, NH
  • Place, Merrymeeting Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Living room with sleep sofa

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake!

STILL AVAILABLE for summer weeks at the end of JULY and AUGUST 2026!
Come and spend some leisurely days relaxing at this comfortable cottage directly on the lake with outstanding full open water views of Merrymeeting Lake and over 120 feet of frontage...Kayaks/floats complementary! 50+ 5 star reviews!
Super fast Wi-fi! Perfect for remote working!
This lake is known for clean, clear water, spectacular swimming and fishing and boasts less boat traffic than most other NH lakes. The cottage is located a mere 20 feet from the water's edge. The swimming area is family friendly and has a stone stair entryway to the crystal-clear water with a sandy bottom. The cottage has a well-appointed kitchen, and a dining area for 6 as well as a lovely, attached deck overlooking the lake complete with a table and an umbrella for outdoor dining.
Our master bedroom a Queen bedroom set and mattress. The living room has a sleeper sofa with a flat screen TV over the stone fireplace mantle with cable. Two split phases have been installed for making the cottage warm and comfy in the spring and fall and AC on demand when it is hot!
The property features a dock for sunning in a lounger, enjoying morning coffee, or tying off a powerboat or jet ski. Bring your fishing pole and enjoy some bass fishing. Our travelers are welcome to use the owner's kayaks for paddling.
A tour of the lake is available on the owners 23-foot Mastercraft bow rider powerboat for an additional fee (one hour for $50) when the owner is available.
The cottage is very centrally located and within 25 minutes to Wolfboro, 45 minutes to the concert venue at the BankNH Pavilion & 30 minutes the Mount Major hiking.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are but there are challenge
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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
Sorry NO pets of any kind! Please do not inquire as this is a set rule regardless of the size or behavior of the dog! Some guest are allergic.
No parties, day guests or gatherings allowed that exceed the house limit of 5 EVEN if they are not overnight guests No exceptions
No fire pit allowed even if you want to bring your own! Sorry!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 824254vb
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

About the area

New Durham

Located in New Durham, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Wolfeboro Institute of the Arts and Wright Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Clark House Museum and Blueberry Hill. Hampshire Pewter Co. and Stand Up Paddleboard NH are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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New Durham, NH

What's nearby

  • Merrymeeting Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 42 min drive - 49.3 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 45 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Weirs Beach - 49 min drive - 58.5 km
  • University of New Hampshire - 51 min drive - 67.7 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bay - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Road Brewery - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake!?

As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake! on 16 Jun, 2026 start from S$402, 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 Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Rare find! Lakefront Cottage On Crystal Clear Sought After Merrymeeting Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Merrymeeting Lake and 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Marchs Pond. Merrymeeting Marsh and New Durham Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 50 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

john t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
Thank you John! Merrymeeting Lake is for sure a star! Glad you enjoyed your time! Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean cabin with amazing views of the lake. Wonderful patio and lakeside seating. A great place to spend time during the summer or fall to see the New Hampshire fall foliage. Also, the host was a pleasure to deal with. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming cottage with exceptional views of and access to the lake. We greatly enjoyed our experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

deborah c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and cozy and the kitchen was well stocked. The views of the lake were excellent. Able to take long walks of along the water and enjoyed listening to the loons. The lake water is crystal clear and excellent for swimming.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
Thank you Deborah. It was wonderful to meet you and your husband.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B K.

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

Great place on the lake.

The property is very nice. Everyday The lake showed a different character... Always interesting.. The cottage is well equipped and Very comfortable! Beautiful area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
Thank you Bill! Yes, every day the lake looks and feels a bit different. It is why I also love it so much. I am glad you enjoyed your stay! Best, Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie t.

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

Merrymeeting Lake

We loved our stay at Leslie's cottage. The beds are comfy, the towels are thick, the kitchen is adequate and the lake is perfection. We enjoyed kayaking and swimming and hiking in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2023
Thank you for your kind review and for choosing my property. Merrymeeting Lake is definitely perfection. Amazing sunrises and sunsets also.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Great cottage on Merrymeeting Lake

This was a perfect place form which to enjoy Merrymeeting Lake and the surrounding area. Kayaks were included with the rental and there was a good dock to launch from as well as easy swimming access. If we come back to the area, this is where we will stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
Perfect! Thank you for your review. I would love to host you again! Best, Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

Merrymeeting Lake

Cozy little cabin! Beautiful view, quite and peaceful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you Stephen! It was a pleasure to meet you. Glad you enjoyed motorcycle week! Safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

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

Great house, amazing lake.

process of renting was easy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you Ed! It was wonderful to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda p.

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

Relaxing

Picture perfect view. The ultimate relaxing getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2024
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendal Y.

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

Mountain and Lakefront views

We enjoyed a week of relaxation, amazing views, sunrises and sunsets and watching and listening to the loons. It was also a nice spot to go for walks. We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2024
Thank you Kendal!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Peaceful getaway

We really enjoyed our time at this cottage on the lake. The views are so beautiful! You feel like you are on the water when looking out the living room window. It’s a very cozy place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2024
Thank you Christine!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Relaxing time at the lake!

This was a nice and relaxing week on the lake. The weather was perfect which helped. We swam, kayaked and fished. The lake is so clean and beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review! It was lovely to meet you and your family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JR M.

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

Fun week on the lake

The owner was fantastic! The house is rustic and could use a little TLC but the location can’t be beat! We had a really fun, quiet week. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2024
Thank you JR. I am glad you enjoyed your week. It was so nice to meet you and your wife and your son of course. He Was so cute! The boat ride was special!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Fantastic location and stay

Spectacular view. Clean and quiet. Lots of sun. Crystal clear water. Terrific lake with little to no boating traffic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Thank you Diane for the review. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family.I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. MML is very special! All the Best, Leslie
Verified

8/10 Good

Clayton P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4th Getaway

We had a nice time spending the fourth together. Leslie was a lovely host. The weather was better near the end of our stay, but got a lot of card playing in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review! Glad I could supply your family with lots of extra games! It was a please to meet you! Best, Leslie
Verified

8/10 Good

Carl D.

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

Great stay at beautiful lake Merrymeeting.

Rustic cottage with direct waterfront on beautiful Merrymeeting Lake. The lake is crystal clear and we went swimming or kayaking everyday. The interior was simple and comfortable with great views. This is an ideal rental for a person/couple/family looking to reconnect with nature and each other.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Thank you Carl for taking the time to review your stay at the cottage! I am so glad you enjoyed swimming and kayaking at beautiful Merrymeeting Lake! All the best, Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Wonderful week relaxing with family

We had a wonderful week with our family enjoying the lake and house. Everything was clean and well prepared for our stay. The beds were very comfortable and the house was well stocked with everything we needed. Check in and out were easy and Leslie was great. Highly recommend for a family or small group of adults. Very close to Alton Bay, and Wolfeboro too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review. It was wonderful to meet you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Relaxing at the Lake

The house is located right on the water and the lake itself is beautiful and clear. The house is small but comfortable with what you need to have a relaxing week. It was a little musty at first but that went away within a day. Leslie was super nice and very helpful with advice on things to do and places to eat, etc. We would definitely go back. The whole area was just beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
Mark, thanks for your review. The summer is sometimes very humid especially in mid July when you rented and the home can buildup humidity. I have installed a dehumidifier to keep the air fresh. Perhaps a past renter turned it off when they departed. Anyway, it was wonderful to host you again this year! And I am glad you enjoyed you time at the lake! Best, Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Peaceful getaway

We had a wonderful stay at the lake despite a few days of rain. The view is spectacular even on a cloudy day, the beds and couches are comfy, the kitchen is sufficiently stocked with basic necessities and communication with the owner was easy. We hope to return in the future, thank you for sharing your lovely space with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
Thank you Kristen! I would love to host you again at the cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Relaxing lake house

This cottage is on a beautiful lake! It has incredible views of the lake from almost every room. We kayaked and fished each day. When it rained, we still enjoyed the view while playing card and board games. We saw the most incredible rainbow coming right off the lake! We would definitely return to this location for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you! I appreciate your review. Yes, the rainbow was amazing!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betsy p.

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

Beautiful Lakehouse stay.

Unfortunately we picked a week with terrible weather. But the house was just as we expected, it was wonderful and we had a fantastic time. The homeowner, Leslie, had the house well supplied with everything you could need. Bedroom comfortable house was clean .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Thank you Betsy for your review. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family. The weather this summer has been terrible but I am glad you enjoyed the cottage. I try to prepare it like it was a vacation home that I was staying in and what I would like it to look like. All the best, Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

The perfect place on a beautiful lake

My sisters and I surprised our mother for her 80th birthday for a getaway weekend on the lake. The lake itself was pristine and peaceful. The cottage was both clean and cozy offering all the basic amenities and more. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake, relaxing on the porch or dock while taking in the beautiful and scenic views. Leslie the owner was wonderful and easy to work with. We are so happy we discovered this hidden gem and hope to return for a future stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you Shannon for taking the time to submit a review. It was nice to meet your family. It was so special to host you and your family for your mother's 80 th. I would love to host again in the future. Leslie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri F.

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

Outstanding

The cottage is perfect. It has everything you need, it's very clean, it feels very inviting. Leslie the owner was wonderful to work with. Check in and out were very straightforward. The lake is very clean and clear and is bigger than it looks from the deck (we were out kayaking for hours one day). We could have spent the entire weekend on that deck just looking out at the water and the mountains lining the lake. What a fantastic spot! Once you pull in you won't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Cheri, Thank you for your kind review. It was nice to meet you and your companion. I look forward to hosting you both in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Fall lake house

My wife and I had a really enjoyable visit. Cell phone coverage wasn't great, but the internet access was sufficient to easily handle video calls with folks back home. We greatly enjoyed Lost River Gorge, Butternut Farm, and Sibley's at the Pier. The kitchen is a little on the small side, but it was a great fit for the two of us. The owner also checked in with us to make sure were aware of how to work the fireplace. Really a great experience. Can't wait to come back to Lake Merrymeeting!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
I would be happy to host you Aaron anytime! Thank you for the review. Yes, the kitchen is a "two butt" kitchen :-) but I believe it has everything a guest could want. Besides...who really wants to cook on vacation??:-)

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Bouvier

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The owner is a native of NH and has enjoyed summers on the lake with her family for 15 years. It is very important to the owner for travelers to enjoy their vacation stay at Cottage LaBelleLac. The owner travels and rents from this site as well and setups this rental as she would like to enjoy it if she was a guest.

Why they chose this property

I purchased this cottage because I love the beauty that lake living has to offer and the authentic lake feeling that this cottage has to offer. Crystal clear spring fed lake water, quiet, amazing sunsets, loons, bald eagles and clear nights to view the milky way are all there to be enjoyed. It is a special place that must be preserved.
Also, it is located so close to amenities like a large grocery store, restaurants, bars and a concert venue.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, family lake. Sandy bottom. Clean lake for swimming because this owner and fellow owners are always working towards preserving the health of the lake.
Close to access to NH white Mountains
Perfect for water sports. Dock on property.
Use of owner's kayaks and paddleboard.
Amazing views of the lake.
Closeness to supermarkets and Alton Bay.
Cozy cottage feel with modern conveniences.

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