10/10 Excellent
kate k., Waltham
11 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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kate k.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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Old-Timey Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 774.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gilmanton IW, NH
- Crystal Lake Park17 min walk
- Lake Winnipesaukee20 min drive
- Gunstock Mountain Resort37 min drive
- Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Old-Timey Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok
With access to 200’ of beach on Crystal Lake with a gorgeous view of the Belknap Mountain range – our property has the best view on the lake!
Built in the 1930's, the Brown Camp has quaint, New England summer cottage architecture with a full kitchen, bathroom with shower, and 3 bedrooms.
The property rents from Saturday to Saturday during the summer season. Living room with smart TV (bring your Netflix password!) Dinning room table inside plus one on the screened porch! Sleeps 7 total (hard limit).
Bedroom #1: Queen bed.
Bedroom #2: Two Twin beds or a King
Bedroom #3 One Twin bed
Living room: Futon for up to 2
Big Screened porch with a view of the lake, chairs for reading, relaxing, etc. and a full table for semi-outdoor dinning or evening card games.
Aptly named, Crystal Lake has clean, clear water. Our location has a naturally sandy beach (no rocks, and you can see to the bottom!) great for families and swimming, fishing, boating. We have 3 piers and a large swim raft which is placed deep enough to dive from. We provide kayaks, canoes, paddleboat, rowboats, and life preservers for your use. This is a great place for lounging on the beach while watching your kids swim, floating in a tube with a drink, fishing, or exploring the area in a kayak. Picnic tables and large yard for yard games- bring your favorites along! Shuffleboard court available. Quiet roads for biking/jogging with beautiful views. Owner lives on property if you need assistance.
Perfect for Family Reunions- this is one of 3 cottages on site (inquire for available dates).
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need including a microwave, coffee maker, plenty of pots and pans, dishes, glasses and silverware.
Outside there is a picnic table, lawn furniture and a gas grill. The living room has plenty of space to relax, with a stone fireplace for chilly nights and free firewood! Wifi is included, no landline. Cell service is generally good but can vary by carrier.
Pets Welcome! $150 fee.
Linens: You can bring your own sheets and towels or rent them from us for very affordable prices.
Boats and firewood are available free: The free use of rowboats, canoes, Kayaks and a paddle boat are shared by the 3 cottages at Crystal Acres but yes, you can bring your own boat as well. There is plenty of mooring space.
Built in the 1930's, the Brown Camp has quaint, New England summer cottage architecture with a full kitchen, bathroom with shower, and 3 bedrooms.
The property rents from Saturday to Saturday during the summer season. Living room with smart TV (bring your Netflix password!) Dinning room table inside plus one on the screened porch! Sleeps 7 total (hard limit).
Bedroom #1: Queen bed.
Bedroom #2: Two Twin beds or a King
Bedroom #3 One Twin bed
Living room: Futon for up to 2
Big Screened porch with a view of the lake, chairs for reading, relaxing, etc. and a full table for semi-outdoor dinning or evening card games.
Aptly named, Crystal Lake has clean, clear water. Our location has a naturally sandy beach (no rocks, and you can see to the bottom!) great for families and swimming, fishing, boating. We have 3 piers and a large swim raft which is placed deep enough to dive from. We provide kayaks, canoes, paddleboat, rowboats, and life preservers for your use. This is a great place for lounging on the beach while watching your kids swim, floating in a tube with a drink, fishing, or exploring the area in a kayak. Picnic tables and large yard for yard games- bring your favorites along! Shuffleboard court available. Quiet roads for biking/jogging with beautiful views. Owner lives on property if you need assistance.
Perfect for Family Reunions- this is one of 3 cottages on site (inquire for available dates).
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need including a microwave, coffee maker, plenty of pots and pans, dishes, glasses and silverware.
Outside there is a picnic table, lawn furniture and a gas grill. The living room has plenty of space to relax, with a stone fireplace for chilly nights and free firewood! Wifi is included, no landline. Cell service is generally good but can vary by carrier.
Pets Welcome! $150 fee.
Linens: You can bring your own sheets and towels or rent them from us for very affordable prices.
Boats and firewood are available free: The free use of rowboats, canoes, Kayaks and a paddle boat are shared by the 3 cottages at Crystal Acres but yes, you can bring your own boat as well. There is plenty of mooring space.
Property manager
Darcy Cloutman
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Perfect for kids of all ages.
Events
No events allowed
Family Reunions are allowed. No loud parties pls.
Pets
Pets allowed
$150 non refundable ea. No more than 2 dogs.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside yes.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: Family Reunions are allowed. No loud parties pls.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gilmanton IW
Located in Gilmanton IW, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Hampshire Pewter Co. and Stand Up Paddleboard NH are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Brookside Mall and Tanger Outlets Tilton. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Libby Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
Gilmanton IW, NH
What's nearby
- Crystal Lake Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Sunset Lake - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
- Lake Winnipesaukee - 20 min drive - 14.7 km
- New Hampshire International Speedway - 28 min drive - 23.7 km
- Gunstock Mountain Resort - 37 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- Shibley's At The Pier - 19 min drive
- Jack's Pizza - 17 min drive
- Alton Village Pizza - 16 min drive
- Shibley's Soft & Hard Ice Cream - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jim M.
21 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue & Art were great host. I had forgotten a tarp for my motorcycle they pulled one off there boat
Jim M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Irene R.
22 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of Heaven
Irene R.
10/10 Excellent
Stacy C.
25 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Stacy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Cheri F.
4 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our rainy vacation
Cheri F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Abby R.
5 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect get away
Abby R.
About the host
Hosted by Darcy Cloutman
Our family has owned this property for 5 generations, since 1898! We all grew up here in the summers, and two generations have retired here (so far!). We are passionate about preserving it's old-timey feel and and relaxed family atmosphere.
Why they chose this property
This is a very unique spot with lots of history and of stories which we are happy to share with you as you sit on the pier dangling your feet enjoying the sun. It has the best view of the Belknap Mountain Range and one of the only naturally sandy beaches! The drop off is gradual and therefore wonderful for kids (of all ages!). We grew up spending hours playing in the water, and love watching our kids/grandchildren do the same. Many of our guests have become friends, and we love sharing this very special place with them (some for generations!).
What makes this property unique
Crystal Acres has all the benefits of a resort vacation without the big resort. Parents often tell us it's the most relaxing vacation they've ever had because there is so much for the kids to do without having to leave the place. When you are tired of the beach and swimming there's always shuffleboard, a large yard (feel free to bring lawn games), and flashlight tag. We have 3 kayaks, 1 child-sized kayak, a row boat, a paddle boat, and 2 canoes. We provide life preservers. In the evening, bring your fishing rod or make s'mores by the fire pit while stargazing.
Languages:
English
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