Winnipesaukee Station House

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The Station House, built in 1890 part of the Lake Shore RR.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Air conditioning

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Gilford, NH

Lake Winnipesaukee
‪4 min drive‬
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
‪4 min drive‬
Gunstock Mountain Resort
‪10 min drive‬
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1st floor master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

1st floor master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This house was built in 1890 as part of the Lake Shore Railroad.. The trains and the tracks are now gone but the unique character of this old building can still be seen in is original door, windows and roof line. One bedroom, One bathroom.
Recently updated with fresh paint, new carpet, new decor.
There is a large fenced yard with a fire pit.
The first floor has a master bedroom with an attached bathroom which includes a shower, sink and toilet. Bathroom is small, shower is good sized.
Large comfortable living room, large eat in kitchen. Freshly painted , new carpet and decor. Cute courtyard out front. Nice walking neighborhood, close to all area attractions, such as Gunstock, One mile to Lake Winnipesaukee, and Bank of NH Pavillion
One dog is allowed, with owners consent. No cats.
Security camera discloser: there are exterior security cameras at both entrances and one on the right side of house

Pets allowed with owner Pre-Approval ONLY
No pets on furniture
Do not leave pet alone in house unless crated
If pet gets up on furniture please bring something to cover

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Jenny
September 2020
We loved staying in this house! It is an old train station transformed into a fabulous airbnb. The hosts were the best hosts I've ever had. Would totally stay here again
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Julie
September 2020
We absolutely loved our stay at the Station House! Susan was a wonderful host. She checked in periodically and let us know that she was available if we needed anything. I had mentioned that my partner and I were celebrating my birthday and there was even a birthday cake and a bottle of wine waiting for us when we got there. The house was charming and immaculate. It was clear that they spent lots of time and attention to making sure everything was sanitized and cleaned thoroughly which made traveling during these times worry free. The Gilford/Laconia area itself is super cute and there's lots to do. We went to the beach, ate yummy seafood and got to go to a drive-in movie. The fire-pit + s'mores fix-ins provided by Susan were an added bonus. Highly recommend!

Property manager

Susan Kretschmer

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Pets with owner Pre-Approval ONLY

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

One dog allowed, no cats, no one stays at the house unless on the reservation. No parties or gatherings. No pets on furniture, no smoking anything.

No shoes worn in house, guests must start towels before check out or they can bring their own. See House manual at the house, for check out rules.

Booking Traveler MUST: -be part of the group staying in the property. Contact hosts about additional guests

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

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

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this holiday home is in a rural area. Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Meredith Historical Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Winnipesaukee and Ellacoya State Park. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Kellerhaus are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

Gilford, NH

What's nearby

Lake Winnipesaukee - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Weirs Beach - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Ellacoya State Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
Gunstock Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

Tilton Station - 23 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
‪Panorama Pub Top Of Gunstock - ‬10 min drive
‪T-BONES Great American Eatery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winnipesaukee Station House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Winnipesaukee Station House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winnipesaukee Station House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winnipesaukee Station House located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee, Scene One Gilford Cinema 8 and Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook. Ellacoya State Park and Paugus Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kathy R.

20 October 2024

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

Cozy

The Station House was very cozy and welcoming. The bed was extremely comfortable. My only recommendation would be for the bathroom…very small and could use some TLC. We would definitely recommend this though! We truly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

15 October 2024

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

Historical rail station

The Station House in Gilford is absolutely wonderful. So charming. We loved the history. It was comfortable and clean and very peaceful and relaxing. Just what we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

28 September 2024

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

Station House

Stayed for 4 days visiting family. Loved the character of the house. Decorated very thoughtfully . We were quite comfortable

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eryn M.

22 September 2024

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

Great place

This house was adorable and in a great location at decent price point. The hosts were easy to communicate with and the house was comfortable and had everything we needed and more. We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

13 August 2024

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

Heart of the Lakes region

Awesome location, cute cottage, roomy, comfortable & clean. Nice back yard with patio furniture to relax in. Close to all the lakes for swimming & boating or kayaking. Local short hikes with great vistas! Susan is only a call away, and just up the road if we needed her. Next concert at the bank of NH pavilion, we'll be looking her up!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

3 August 2024

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

The Station House

We found the property to be, just as advertised. Our stay was only (2) nights, to attend a concert. The location was perfect for us and our purpose.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

31 July 2024

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

Should be SIX Stars

Great property, great location, and Susan makes everything perfect. This was our second stay - won't be our last.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea T.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

9 July 2024

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

Nice NH getaway

My husband and I came up with our dog for the weekend. She loved the fully fenced backyard! The location is fairly close to a lot of outdoor activities which was nice. Susan was very welcoming and responsive. Great experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

24 June 2024

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

Amazing stay!!

The only reason I'm hesitant to leave a review is so this place stays available next time we're in town. Susan is GREAT and very responsive, she gave the option of checking in early and was on top of the one thing we brought to her attention. We'll definitely stay here again assuming it's not taken!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

17 October 2023

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

Cozy and Comfortable

We really enjoyed staying at the Station House. The decorations were great, and the home cozy and comfortable. It was clean and well stocked, and the host (Susan) was excellent at communicating. If you need anything, she is available, just contact her! It's a unique property with interesting history in a great location!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette A.

17 October 2023

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

Loved it

This is a cozy place to stay. The extras just add to the experience. Its very clean and located close to gunstock mountain. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

16 October 2023

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

NH Foliage 2023

We made reservation on short notice, Susan responded right away with confirmation. We arrived after dark but Susan had left lights on for us. The house was exactly as advertised, for us the fenced back yard was a key point for our dog. We cooked a few meals here and found the kitchen well stocked, this included snacks and wine - thank you Susan. Highly recommend this property for a central location to NH. Plenty to do and numerous stores are a short drive.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

heidi h.

26 September 2023

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

Great location!! Cute place

Great location to explore from! Nearby restaurants, easy short drives to towns, attractions and Gunstock. Cute railroad themed decor, modern kitchen, washer/dryer, king bed- everything you need! Host very responsive and made sure all was well. We would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T.

25 September 2023

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

Hozier Weekend

We selected this property for its location and its unique charm. We were not disappointed the house was very comfortable, clean and charming. It is an older house so keep that in mind. Susan did a great job decorating it and making it feel like home. We arrived very late on Friday and Susan was nice enough to leave the lights on in the house for us so we were not struggling to check in. She checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. Location is walking distance to the bank of New Hampshire Pavilion and a short drive to Gunstock Mountain which had some nice hiking trails. If we ever come back to the area we would stay here again..

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

walter z.

4 September 2023

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

Zac Brown weekend

Great location and hosts!! So close to the venue, if you are a walker and the weather is right it is doable. Will stay again after the '24 schedule comes out.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

4 September 2023

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

Cozy and comfortable

This was our first experience with a rental and it was wonderful. The property was beautiful and it was a great time.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

16 July 2023

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

Cozy, clean and close to activities!

The Station House was a safe and comfortable place to stay! Susan, our host, had great communication and made sure we had everything we needed. Absolutely loved the history of the Station House and the train theme decorations! I highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

15 July 2023

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

All Aboard

We were in town for a concert at the Bank of NH Pavilion. This cottage is within walking distance so we were able to get home long before most people were getting out of the parking lot! Also, we were able to bring our dogs with us! The kitchen was well stocked and there was a very nice welcome gift for us when we got there! Close to all shops. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

7 July 2023

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

Station House Stay

Property was as stated in advertising. The owner, Susan, was very helpful in checking in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. At one point we contacted Susan to say the microwave was not working. She had a new microwave delivered the same day. We found out my wife had placed a towel on top that was interfering with the closing of the door. I apologized to Susan and she said it was no big deal and the new microwave could be returned.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 May 2023

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

Great Memorial Day stay

The Station House stay was very good, especially for a first stay in the Lake Winnipesaukee area. The property was very convenient to Laconia and Meredith Bay attractions, yet quiet and cozy. The place was tidy, the yard was great for bonfire with good privacy, little road noise and a quiet neighborhood. Susan and Dutch went to lengths to be available and accommodating throughout our stay. Would definitely go back, the Station House would be a great stay summer, winter or fall! :)

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

26 May 2023

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

Great place/Great location

Susan and Dutch are great hosts. We came here to see a concert, only a mile away. The house was quaint, clean and perfect. Would come again without question.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene T.

20 October 2022

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

So Cozy!

What a lovely property. It’s location was perfect for all of the places I wanted to visit while in NH. I love the fact that it is a historical building that has been repurposed into a cozy, inviting place to stay. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y., Plymouth, MA/USA

2 October 2022

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

Train themed weekend

Staying in an actual old station house was a fun way to make our train trip weekend complete! Our host was amazing, and provided everything needed for a great long weekend. There are plenty of places within 15 minutes drive to explore; shops, parks, excursions. There are also plenty of places within 5 minutes to pick up necessities. Great space for a couple:)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

29 September 2022

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

Weekend Getaway

This house was perfect for a quiet weekend getaway. Cozy, clean, close to hiking and the lake - perfect fit for what we wanted.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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1st floor master bathroom

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