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Little Cabin Retreat - *Waterfront Access/Dog Friendly*

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View of Rocky Bound Pond from shorefront of right of way
Shared Dock
Kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine
Kitchen looking into the living room
NH Wildlife

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Croydon, NH
  • Connecticut Lakes Region
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Lake Sunapee
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Sunapee Harbor
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Little Cabin Retreat - *Waterfront Access/Dog Friendly*

Experience Serenity and Nature
Located in the quaint town of Croydon, New Hampshire, The Little Cabin Retreat offers a tranquil escape just 90 minutes from Boston. With waterfront access to the beautiful Rocky Bound Pond, our cozy cabin is perfect for a peaceful getaway with family, friends, or couples.


Prime Location for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Minutes from YMCA Camp Coniston, 20 minutes to Mount Sunapee, and 30 minutes from Dartmouth College, our cabin is ideally situated for hiking, skiing, and exploring the local area. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, and swimming in the pond, or hike the scenic trails nearby.


Charming and Fully-Equipped Cabin
Bedrooms: Master bedroom with a comfortable king bed, and a second bedroom with two twin beds, comfortably sleeping 4 guests.
Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen for cooking up a storm or making a simple cup of tea.
Living Room: Free Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Smart TV, and DVD player. Stream your favorite shows or movies.
Bathroom: Walk-in shower and washing machine with a drying rack and clothes line for your convenience.


Waterfront Bliss
Enjoy the stunning views and waterfront access to Rocky Bound Pond. The large deck with a sitting area under a screened-in canopy is perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Cook a delicious meal on the charcoal grill and savor it with views of the pond.


Outdoor Sitting Areas
Multiple outside sitting areas allow you to soak in the beautiful scenery. Whether on the deck, by the dock, or around the grill, you’ll find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature.


Unique Outdoor Amenities
Facilities: Outdoor shower for rinsing off after a swim or hike.
Grilling: Charcoal grill for outdoor cooking.
Activities: Shared 40' aluminum dock, 3-person canoe, and boat mooring (can hold a 20’ pontoon boat).
Rentals: Kayak, paddleboard, and floating mat rentals available for an additional fee.


Digital Comfort with Nature
Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Stay connected while immersing yourself in nature.


Seamless Check-In
Experience contactless check-in with detailed instructions and a welcome binder with local attractions and dining options. We’re always available to assist with any questions.


Dog-Friendly Haven
Bring your furry friends to our dog-friendly cabin with a fenced-in yard. Please adhere to our dog policy for a pleasant stay for all guests.


Unplug and Reconnect
Escape the hustle and bustle and embrace the peace and beauty of New Hampshire at The Little Cabin Retreat. Book your stay today for an unforgettable retreat.


Location
Our cabin is located in a Pond Community with several cabins and cottages along a rustic dirt road in Croydon, New Hampshire. The cabin is easily accessed off I-89, with onsite parking available for one vehicle. ATVs are allowed on designated roads throughout Croydon that tie into Class VI roads and a trail system providing miles of exploring. The location is rural with many lakes and ponds around to enjoy fishing and boating!


Book Now and Experience the Magic of The Little Cabin Retreat!


Important Notes:
Waterfront access and dock are shared with other guests.
Rocky Bound Pond offers swimming, fishing and boating
Bring your own bottled water for consumption. A top loading water cooler dispenser, holding 4 or 5 gallon bottles, is available on-site.
Self-catered rental; limited consumables provided: We will provide a starter supply of dish soap, hand soap, dishwasher detergent, toilet paper, trash bag and paper towel. Please be sure to bring additional supplies, including beach towels, for your stay. Each property is professionally cleaned and stocked prior to your arrival.
The cabin comes with bedspreads, linens, blankets, pillows, towels, a fully equipped kitchen, TV, and furnishings unless otherwise specified.
Guests provide their own charcoal.


Seasonal Note:
The aluminum dock is available May through October.
Air conditioning is available June through August
Heat is available October through April
**Contact us for availability expectations for bookings during these months.


Respect the Property and Environment: No parties or events. Booking confirms acceptance of house rules and dog policy.


Dog Policy

The Little Cabin Retreat is dog-friendly. We invite a maximum of two (2) well-behaved dogs to accompany you during your stay. Dogs must be leashed on and off property. New Hampshire has a leash law.
Please leave pups that scratch, chew, or bark excessively at home. Dogs eligible to stay at our tiny cabin must have no bite history. Certain breeds may not be accepted. Dogs must be crated when left alone in the cabin. We ask that dogs be well-groomed and that owner’s bring a blanket or bed, so that the dog doesn’t use the cabin bedding or furniture.
Please contact us at the time of booking to add a dog to the reservation. There is a non-refundable pet fee of $125 per dog. This fee is not included in the nightly rate and must be paid at time of booking. A Health Certification must be provided to Pond Life Vacation Rentals prior to your arrival; you must also have personal liability insurance in place (e.g., renters or homeowners).
A $50 clean up charge will be applied if our cleaners have to remove any feces from around the cabin. There will be a $75 clean up charge if our cleaners have to remove excess dog hair from the cabin, furniture, or linens.


Snow Storms

The Cabin is located in the mountains and subject to potentially large snowfalls. The location is rural and the Cabin driveway and walkway to the front door is plowed and shoveled professionally. We cannot control what time of day the plow comes and it's safe to assume the larger the snowfall, the longer the plow delay. The plow may not come for smaller snowfall. A shovel and sand/salt are provided for your convenience. Please monitor weather forecasts prior to your arrival.


House Rules:
-Guests are required to sign a Vacation Rental Agreement prior to arrival to comply with Pond Life's Terms of Service, Homeowners' Association rules or local laws or regulations.
- Travel insurance is highly recommended for any stay.
- All House Rules and the Dog Policy must be followed throughout the duration of the stay.
- Guest must be over the age of 21 to book and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved period
- ID verification on booking guest and all guests under the age of 25 prior to arrival
- Direct Bookings / VRBO Bookings: $500 Damage Deposit will be held on Guest's credit card 1 day before arrival and released 7 days after departure for stays less than 30 days. $500 Damage Deposit will be held on Guest's credit card 1 day before arrival and released 30 days after departure for stays more than 28 days. Reservation Cancellations are subject to a processing fee.
- Quiet time is between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am. No parties, large gatherings, events, excessive noise, or any illegal activity shall take place at property. Fires and fireworks are not permitted. No smoking or vaping is allowed in or around the property. If any sign of smoking or vaping is discovered, Guest authorizes the Owner to charge the Guest a minimum $500 cleaning fee.
- Bottled water is required for consumption
- Guests are expected to leave the property tidy before departing. Please wash the dishes, take out the trash, and place used towels in the shower.
- Parents should be aware of where children are at all times. Young children should be supervised when on waterfront areas, beachfront, boat launches, or boating. Children under the age of 18 should always wear life jackets when involved in boating or waterfront activities. Parents accept full responsibility for their children in all waterfront activities and boating.
- Please be considerate when using cooking spices. We all love flavor, but some smells permeate longer than your stay. Any excessive odor may result in additional fees charged. Do not cook with strong aromatic foods and heavy spices inside the cabin, please use the outside grill.
- These rentals cannot be used for business purposes
-The number of guests listed on the booking reservation is considered the maximum number of guests approved and authorized to be on the property, staying the night or visiting. A guest is any adult or child at the property. No unauthorized guests on the property at any time. Disregarding this is cause for booking being terminated and guests being asked to vacate the property. No refunds will be given. Guests will be charged $100 per night per person for guests exceeding the approved number of guests.
- If excessive wear and tear is found on property or additional cleaning is necessary due to spills; trash left on site; unclean dishes; stains to furniture, carpeting, linens, paint, wallpaper, or flooring, the Guest authorizes the Owner to bill them for additional fees. If at any time the maximum number of occupants is exceeded or if the Owner receives information about excessive noise, the Owner has the right to evict the booking Guest and all occupants immediately and to bill the guest a minimum service fee of $250.
-All properties managed by Pond Life Vacation Rentals have on-site devices for the safety and security of guests and the home. Any attempt to turn off, damage, disrupt, or remove these devices will lead to fines and/or eviction without a refund. The Little Cabin Retreat has the following devices: Security Camera System - exterior only; Sound Decibel Monitor - does not record sound; monitors noise level in common areas throughout the home.
-For reservations 28 days and longer, utilities are included with caps. Overages are billed and due monthly.
-Self-catered rental; limited consumables provided: We will provide a starter supply of dish soap, hand soap, dishwasher detergent, toilet paper, trash bag and paper towel. Please be sure to bring additional supplies, including beach towels, for your stay. Each property is professionally cleaned and stocked prior to your arrival.
-Pests and Environment: To ensure the best guest experience, we perform regular pest control maintenance on the cabin. Because the cabin is located in wooded and mountainous areas, we cannot guarantee that the cabin will be pest or insect free. We do not offer refunds for pests or insects. Unfortunately, ladybugs, insects and other pests are a part of our environment and we are unable to prevent them from occasionally visiting the cabin. Please contact us if the need arises and we will do our best to resolve the issue.
Security Deposit
If a booking Guest or a member of the party damages the home, the booking Guest may be charged up to $500.


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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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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, a security system and a first aid kit

About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Newport Opera House and Little Red Schoolhouse Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sunapee Harbor and Newport Golf Club. North Country Smokehouse and Maple Lanes are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Croydon, NH

What's nearby

  • Connecticut Lakes Region - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Lake Sunapee - 16 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Sunapee Harbor - 21 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Colby-Sawyer College - 24 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Dartmouth College - 30 min drive - 36.5 km

Getting around

  • White River Junction Station - 31 min drive
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Hill Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mi Jalisco - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Village Pizza of Newport - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Forester's Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Cabin Retreat - *Waterfront Access/Dog Friendly* pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Cabin Retreat - *Waterfront Access/Dog Friendly*?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Cabin Retreat - *Waterfront Access/Dog Friendly*?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little Cabin Retreat - *Waterfront Access/Dog Friendly* located?

Nestled on the beach, this Newport holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Croydon Town Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Coniston. Lake Sunapee and Brook Side Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meri S.

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

Just right!

This little cabin had all that you need for a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey N.

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

Our stay

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Cozy lake view in a beautiful autumn setting

Easy access. Beautiful surroundings. Friendly neighbors. Comfy bed after a long drive from Nebraska. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne B.

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

Cute house near pond

The house was easy to find and very clean. Meghan was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Christopher F.

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

Lovely cabin on a lovely lake

Lovely spot near a lovely lake. Very comfortable. Enjoyed it very much. Only problem is the internet connection was so weak as to be always unreliable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon N.

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

Cute camp

Cute camp. Good access to the pond. House is nice than seemed in the listing as it has 2 bedrooms that were clean and very nice. Covered porch is nice. House was cool on arrival. It is rural and rustic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina R.

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

Relaxing cozy property

We had a wonderful stay. Meghan was very accommodating and responsive. The house was very clean, nicely decorated with good amenities and a fully equipped kitchen and bbq. There is a view of the lake from the porch. Perfect for a relaxing getaway. The king bed was extremely comfortable. There is no wifi and slow mobile data (only one out of two phones had cell reception). But we did not mind a bit and used the opportunity for digital detox. There is a TV but you need to bring DVDs. Since there is no wifi the „smart-TV“ option does not work. Also there are plenty of boardgames :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Just a few steps from the lake

This is a lovely little camp. The two-bedroom cottage is clean and comfortable, and the location worked well for us since we were visiting family nearby. Note that the air conditioner would need to be moved to work (plug doesn't reach), and the internet is unreliable. We had to leave early every day to work at our family's house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Tom D.

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

Great getaway, just watch the details

This was once an old cabin but has been added to and extensively modernized. It's not quite finished yet, and the work appears to be very recent. Kitchen things were modern and everything worked, the bathroom was clean and modern and the bed was comfortable. The property is one of a cluster of several houses close together on tiny lots on a small peninsula sticking out into the pond. Some have private docks; the rest, including this one, share a right-of-way to a shared dock just a few steps away. Water at the end of the dock was about knee-deep in late July and very clear, with a sandy bottom. Unfortunately the canoe shown in the pictures is not included in the rental. If you want to canoe or kayak, bring your own or be prepared to rent one. And be considerate of the neighbors; they are close by. Everyone was quiet and considerate while we were there. This is truly a getaway. There's no internet service, and we had just enough cell phone contact to make calls and send texts, but not to view web sites or send pictures. Want a weather forecast? Bring a radio. Or just drive up the road half a mile and you can get a good signal. We would start off in the morning in the general direction of what we wanted to do, then finalize plans on the way as we got a better signal. This worked fine. The only other thing to watch out for is that the running water is not drinkable, it's untreated pond water. Bring bottled water for cooking and drinking. Overall this is a mix of modern comfort and old fashioned lakeside summer cottage living.

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