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Waterfront Cottage, Modern Comfort

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View of waterfront sitting area and seasonal floating dock
Sun and shade at your dockside paradise!
Fully equipped kitchen, new appliances
Kitchen area, dining table (with leaf)
Living room w/TV, TDS Cable, Netflix, Pandora, Wifi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Newbury, NH
  • The Fells
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake Sunapee
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mount Sunapee State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage, Modern Comfort

Kick back and relax in a waterfront chalet that combines cottage charm and modern amenities. Built in 2004, the house is on the sunny northern side of Chalk Pond, a pristine, 21-acre lake in Newbury, NH. Enjoy the waterside from your private floating dock with fishing (NH license required age 16+) and swimming, or boat over to the tiny island in the middle of the Pond. No powered craft are allowed on Chalk Pond; one full-size canoe, two single kayaks, two SU paddleboards and life jackets are provided with the house. You also have access to the homeowner's association private sandy beach, basketball court, tennis courts and newly updated playground.

Would you like a WALK-THROUGH, VIDEO TOUR of the entire house, yard and waterfront? Use this link www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNd2lXzhNq0
It's a close-up look at the house that's just like being there. I apologize in advance for my amateur camera work.

Enjoy the beauty of nature without leaving the yard: listing photos show the turtles, chipmunks and duck families that visit daily. From the dock, watching the movement of the ever-changing water and its light reflected in a canopy of trees is mesmerizing and restful. From our front door, it's a five minute walk to the Stoney Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can hike two different trails through a beautiful 362-acre preserve. Watch for moose, deer, flying squirrels, even porcupines! Walk to Kidder Tract and enjoy the state-maintained hiking trails. Take a 15-minute drive to Mt. Sunapee Harbor, Mt. Sunapee Ski Resort (offers a summer adventure park), or the quaint town of New London which has great shopping, restaurants and a summer stock theater.

Central air conditioning keeps everyone comfy all summer long. The master bedroom has a queen bed and private deck, the second bedroom has one twin and one full bed. The downstairs den has a TV and queen futon. The full deck off the living room offers a tranquil view of the water and features deck furniture and a gas grill. Finished walk-out basement has two futon chairs and TV; great place for kids and teens to hang out.

Wood paneling, hand-painted stencils, wall quilts and country decor give the house a comfortable, rustic feel. It's scrupulously clean and complimented by modern conveniences not all cottages have: completely equipped kitchen with brand-new appliances, dishwasher, two full baths, full-sized new washer and dryer and Wi-Fi access, internet speed has been upgraded to be the fastest available in the area.

We provide off-street parking for up to 3 cars: Newbury strictly prohibits on-street parking in front of the house at any time. To read our positive guest reviews, scroll down on this page. In high season (mid-June to Labor Day) house rents full weeks only, Saturday to Saturday. Please review house amenities and rules for a full picture of our well-appointed, waiting for YOU, home.

From warm summer days and cool summer nights to spectacular fall foliage and crystal clear water, let our home at Chalk Pond be your choice for a restful getaway.

Please note that for Fall 2024, the seasonal floating dock was removed on October 5 and will not be put back in the Pond until the following spring. (Waited too long one year and an early cold snap found us chopping the dock out of the iced-over Pond, yikes!) Guests staying after October 5 can still launch kayaks and canoe from our waterfront.



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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings require 72 hours advance notice. Owner must speak with potential guests before rental is confirmed. Not a pet-free home: owners have a dog.
No prom-graduation-bachelor/ette-wedding party groups. No loud parties, fireworks. Town of Newbury quiet hours begin at 10pm, please be respectful.
Max parking capacity: 3 off-street cars including temporary visitors. Town of Newbury law: on-street parking illegal, ticketable.

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

Newbury

Located in Newbury, this holiday home is on a lake. Country Club Of New Hampshire and Lake Sunapee Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore John Hay National Wildlife Refuge and Pillsbury State Park. Bayberry Barn Christmas Shop and Potter Place Depot are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Newbury, NH

What's nearby

  • The Fells - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lake Sunapee - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Mount Sunapee State Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • New London Barn Playhouse - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Colby-Sawyer College - 16 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's Bar & Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tucker’s - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Millstone Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage, Modern Comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage, Modern Comfort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage, Modern Comfort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage, Modern Comfort located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from The Fells and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from John Hay National Wildlife Refuge. Lake Sunapee and Bayberry Barn Christmas Shop are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Great stay!

What a great place! The house is spotlessly tidy and the location is amazing! The hosts are details and kind, and the communication was flawless! Looking forward to returning again the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

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

Relaxing Vacation

The stay was a very peaceful one. We took full advantage of the beautiful weather, house, dock and pond.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

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

Wonderful

I stayed at this lovely cottage for the week. My family came up to enjoy a couple of the nice weather days and we all had a wonderful time. Cottage was clean and full of amenities. The host was excellent and was easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward (Ed) S.

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

Peaceful!

...and very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Wonderful Property

We enjoyed the lovely cottage and waterfront setting. House was comfortable and host delightful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Swim escape

The waterfront cottage is appealing, comfortable, and well-equipped, and well managed. I particularly enjoyed my daily swims from the dock and found the cottage cozy on rainy mornings, making my week in New Hampshire very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

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

Chalk Pond

We had a great stay here. The house was very clean and everything was exactly as pictured. The kitchen was very well equipped including things one typically doesn't find in a rental such as cooking oii which was a nice surprise. All kinds of aquatic stuff to do in the pond with kayaks, paddleboards and a canoe. There was plenty of room for six adults. Marybeth is a great hostess and communicates effectively throughout. Very quiet, yet only 30 minutes from restaurants, markets etc. We would definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole C.

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

Beautiful location

This was a hard review. My family had a good time but not necessarily because of the home. If you or anyone in your family cannot climb stairs, this is not the house for you. But this is not the reason for the less than 5 star review. It started a few days before we were leaving when the host informed us that they had a roof leak & would be having work done after us. When we got there, there were AC guys working on the home after check in time. They finally completed the work but the leak in the ceiling wasn’t completely fixed so part of the ceiling fell out. It looked like a part that was patched before. The front door lock had a low battery reading from the time we got there. We ended up changing batteries so the owner didn’t have to come in. The host also contacted us about needing to look at outside ac. They came by the house & ended up taking the fuse out & forgot to put it back in. After a long day out, we came back to a hot house & had to fix it ourselves. The decks, chairs, kayaks & canoe were also dirty. And be prepared for lots of muck around the dock. The trash cans in the kitchen were gross & the washer had black mold. The overall feel about the home is that the bare minimum is cleaned & maintained. It’s dated. And after a long first day, you don’t expect to have to put sheets & pillowcases on. But those are in the closet & not on the bed. And the last thing you want to do the morning before check out is clean all the linens & towels & put them away before 10am.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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

Perfect lake house getaway

Great location if you like outdoor activities including hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, and tennis. We were fortunate to have great weather with one rainy day that was filled with reading and games. Marybeth (the host) was amazing providing all the details and bring available for any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Chalk Pond house

Clean and comfortable in every way. We're ready to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Peaceful, beautiful property!

Our extended family group really enjoyed our week stay at the cottage - the cottage was well appointed and included a canoe and kayaks for the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

s b.

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

Near Sunapee

Great communication with owner! Property is very clean. House and pond are just like the pictures. Convenient location to Sunapee and areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Family get together

Location was spectacular, couldn't have asked for a better place. House was as listed with awesome amenities, such as canoe, kayak and more. My family and i had a great get together, especially coming from a long distance to meet up (Colorado). Homeowner was exceptional, and answered all questions as they arose quickly. Chalk Pond is perfect for a family vacation, it is quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

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

Wonderful stay on Chalk Pond

We loved our stay on Chalk Pond. It’s a beautiful setting with a lovely view. We spent much time sitting near the water and using the canoe, kayaks, and tubes on the water. The house is great. It suited our family group of 7 well. Plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is well stocked. We prepared many meals in it. The beds were comfortable. It is a relaxing and peaceful home and setting. We loved the location, close to hikes, and other attractions. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Clean & Well-appointed!

Fresh & clean…especially the kitchen & bathrooms! The kitchen was stocked with all the utensils, pans, bakeware & appliances we needed. Empty cupboards were convenient for our groceries. Very nice Weber grill located on the covered deck made for fabulous steaks even during the rainstorm. Canoe & kayaks on the beautiful, peaceful pond were fun! The big dining table gave us ample room for family dinners as well as board games. Host communicates promptly and courteously.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R., Bristol

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

Nice place

If you’re looking for quiet, this is your place. Secluded in the woods and on a beautiful pond, we enjoyed our stay. If you’re looking for other things to do on a vacation, you’ll need to do at least a 40 minute drive but otherwise, it was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura D.

Disliked: Location

Newbury

Need hand rails on outside steps.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Nice

Beautiful house and property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

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

Quiet weekend

Pleasant, clean, quiet home! Nice lake location. Morning coffee on the deck is very special. Lots of stairs and 10am check-out with all linens washed/dried and returned to closets were the only drawback. Presented a bit of a time crunch after a relaxing weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Much needed Calm

My husband and I absolutely loved the quiet pond and surroundings. The house was well equipped and very nice. Marybeth was great in communicating with us and we would recommend this getaway to others who are looking for a quiet place to relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Chaulk Pond

Very nice home on Chaulk pond, close to lake Sunapee and lots of hiking trails. We would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Week away from regular life

Nice, quiet time with my family to re-energize
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Clean and comfortable on Chalk Pond

Clean and comfortable house with plenty of space for some drop in guests. Laundry and air conditioning a welcome bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia P.

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

Amazing!

Just returned from this very relaxing vacation with my husband & another couple. The house was immaculate & the owner was very responsive to all my questions about the property. I highly recommend renting this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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

Amazing view in a tranquil setting

MaryBeth was a perfect host, she provided us with directions, restaurant options, even told us about a concert on the harbor. The house was amazing, extremely clean and had all the amenities we needed. The view from the decks off the living room and master bedroom were breathtaking. We enjoyed sipping our coffee in the morning and then a nice glass of wine in the evening on the deck overlooking Chalk Pond. During the day we spent our time down at the dock fishing, kayaking, swimming, etc. We were looking for a quiet relaxing vacation and that is one hundred percent what we got. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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