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CHARMING FAMILY WATERFRONT COTTAGE

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Lake
Exterior
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Madison, NH
  • Saco River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kahuna Laguna
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

CHARMING FAMILY WATERFRONT COTTAGE

Well springtime is here and if you're a small family looking for a trip or you're dreaming of the summer with your own place on the lake with plenty of kayaks, a canoe and lots of beach toys, the Lakehouse in Eidelweiss is for you. Past guest - don't forget us. New to the area, we think this will be a perfect spot for you. It's a quiet and updated cozy home surrounded by pines with a private beach that's also close to all the White Mountains and North Conway have to offer. A place where fresh air, sunlight, your private beach, and lake and mountain activities call to you and, mixed with area shopping and local attractions, there’s no better combination. Look no further! The Lakehouse in Eidelweiss Village on Little Pea Porridge Pond is for you!
Summer is wonderful with lovely weather that can't be beat ! The canoe and the kayaks are yours so you can take a trip down the lake to the next lake. The loons will be back soon. They like an early start and aquatic life abounds. Oh when that moon rises right over the property, it's almost like you're in a bit of heaven. Grab the book to see which planet that is!
Inside get a great night's sleep in either of the two bedrooms (kids love the bunkroom) and wake up to a day filled with hiking, shopping, or just taking it easy.
Summertime let the canoe take you downstream from Little Pea to Middle Pea. Fire up the grill for a tasty dinner and grab some warmth by the firepit in the evening. Step into the screened porch for a cup of coffee or hot chocolate or head inside to the propane fireplace where some atmosphere will hit the spot. Cable and high-speed internet are available to complete your experience. Scrabble anyone?
If hiking, trips down the Kancamagus, and other attractions such as Storyland are more your style, you'll find them all not far away. Boutique shops to name-brand outlets begin and end North Conway for those looking for a buy. North Conway has opened many new outlets this year and excellent restaurants abound. Have a look at North Conway's "Best Of" on the table for you . Are you thinking of a trip to Mt. Washington ?!? Taking the Cog Railway perhaps?
Your home away from home is waiting . There's a small playground just down the street or take a nice stroll. Plenty of room for your vehicle in the long, private driveway. Our guests always enjoy their experience.
If you’re a long - term planner, book a week, two weeks, or more !! Don't forget to book early for the summer. No better place to relax and smile. All seasons have their own allure - everyone likes their own beach and their own canoe! The mountains are everywhere!
If you're an outdoor person, come to the Lakehouse where you'll look forward to the cozy cottage after a day of hiking or shopping, or paddling on the lake - heck, activities abound.
Let’s get away from it all !! This charming home is perfect for every season and we look forward to hosting you soon.
Be sure to read the overview on the table with suggestions for activities. Send a text if you have a particular question or issue. We can't solve them all but we can sure try !! See the pictures on the listing, although they don't do the Lakehouse justice.
See you soon !
Judi

Property manager

Judith Taylor

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Madison

Located in Eidelweiss Village, a neighbourhood in Madison, this cottage is in the mountains and on the beach. Cranmore Mountain Resort and Attitash Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White Mountain National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Conway Station and Handcrafters Barn. Looking to get your feet wet? Water tubing, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Madison, NH

What's nearby

  • Saco River - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Kahuna Laguna - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 21 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Black Cap Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Almost There Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Frye's Store - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CHARMING FAMILY WATERFRONT COTTAGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CHARMING FAMILY WATERFRONT COTTAGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CHARMING FAMILY WATERFRONT COTTAGE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CHARMING FAMILY WATERFRONT COTTAGE located?

Nestled on the beach, this Eidelweiss Village cottage is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Madison Boulder Natural Area and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Madison Boulder. White Mountain National Forest and Beach Area no. 2 are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage
We had the most wonderful vacation! This cottage is just perfect! The moment we walked in we felt at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H., Montague ma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot for families
We loved staying at this house. All of the water toys and the beach were perfect for my 3 kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway Location
This spot is perfectly located near the White Mountains. We loved swimming and paddling right from our own private beach. We will definitely be renting here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vacation
This was our fourth time staying here and we are already looking forward to coming back next year! Nice sandy beach for the kids, love the canoe and kayaks! Close to North Conway for day trips, and Judy is great! She checks in to make sure everything is ok, and quick to respond to questions. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get-away
This is our third time staying at this place. We love it here! It's perfect for families with little kids! We love all the swim toys, comfy beach chairs and firepit. The sandy beach is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation
This is the third time we’ve stayed at this property, Judy is always great, making sure we have everything we need. The house is perfect, great sandy beach for the kids, shallow for them to be able to swim easily and safely. Close to North Conway, plenty to do. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H., PROVIDENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time, as always!
What more can I say that I (or someone else) hasn’t said already - had a blast, my son loves it up there. Judi is a gracious host, and the place was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy lakeside cabin
My husband and I were looking for a cozy get away by a lake to enjoy the fall colors. We found the perfect place. The cabin was inviting and cozy. Judi was a great host and communicated very well. We'd definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vacation.
This property had everything we needed for a relaxing week! Loved kayaking and paddle boating! Thanks for a great week
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat
My family and I had a great time. Swimming, canoeing & kayaking right out the door. Close to North Conway and other White Mountain activities. I recommend this to anyone looking for a nice relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

dustin m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very beautiful. Sad to leave. 5 stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Comfortable and Cozy
The chalet was just what we were looking for. We spent the days skiing and came back to a nice, peaceful night's sleep. The owner was responsive to our questions and I know we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H., PROVIDENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic lakeside getaway
The house and property are fantastic, and exactly as described and photographed. Judi is a wonderful host and made our family feel at home with thoughtful touches and amenities. Such a perfect little lake house that has everything you need and nothing you don’t. We (and most importantly our son) had a great time and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison T., Marblehead, USA

Great property- tucked away, yet so close to town!
We could not have been happier with our stay at the Lakehouse! The home was both inviting and relaxing. The bunk beds - a huge hit. The owner was very responsive and helpful. The private beachfront looks to be the perfect space for the summer. We're already planning a return trip in August!

8/10 Good

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual summer vacation
Judi was so nice left treats for the kids and the adults. The property was perfect for the kids. We had a tough time getting the kids out of the water! The pond was great nice and quite great for paddle boarding and swimming. Great location close to everything we needed. This was our third summer at the property and Judi does a great job. The house is small in size but was enough for our family of 4. It was fun the house has a rustic vibe and the kids just loved the beach and all the floats for the pond that Judi had there and the toys.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vacation
This was our second time staying at this property for a summer vacation, it is wonderful!! Everything you need for a lake house vacation. Beautiful sandy beach, canoe and kayak to use, great location for family day trips. Judy is great, checking in to make sure we had what we needed, easy to get a hold of. Would highly recommend! Hope to go back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and Relaxing Fall Getaway
Judith’s place is wonderful! A perfect cabin in the perfect spot. We barely left all week because it had everything we needed! We were out on the canoe almost every day, had bonfires, cooked on the grill and read on the dock. The cabin itself was clean and well stocked! When we finally did leave, we headed up to the Kancamagus for a fall hike. It’s very well located, close to great trails as well as Conway and North Conway. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H., PROVIDENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying, such a great place!
My wife, son and I returned to Judi's place earlier in the year for our second stay - we've been staying in Eidelweiss for years, and really enjoy this little cottage by the lake. It's the perfect place to hang out and let the kids enjoy themselves swimming, fishing, kayaking, or just floating around. Great views from the deck, and the place is very well stocked with all the misc. supplies you need. Excellent cottage overall, and Judi was a pleasure to deal with. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Norwalk, CT USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family cottage stay!
Spent a wonderful week in this adorable lakeside cottage! The home is so cute, cozy and very well-appointed. You can tell owner Judi spends time there and loves it. Traveled with our two small boys (6 and 2) and they loved every minute: tons of beach toys, kayaks and floaties on the family-friendly pond. Loved that theres no motorized boats on pond, so it's quiet and safe. Lots of fish, frogs and turtles for kids to find! Location is close to hikes and town of Conway for shopping, food and activities. Judi is responsive and kind and helpful. Would stay here again in a minute. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House by the Pond!
This was our second year here and it was another great trip with great memories! The house is small but fit all of our needs. The beach is perfect for the kids and the pond is calm and quiet. Perfect for a relaxing family trip. The owner couldn't have been nicer. She left treats for the kids and even called us to make sure everything was going OK. There was a major storm and she kept checking in on us to make sure we were OK. We hope to come back again next summer! The location is perfect close to all points.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We had a wonderful stay! Location was perfect, right on the water but close enough to Conway to hop into town for daily activities. Communication was great and the house was clean. We arrived to find a bottle of wine and some snacks for the kiddos! It was great having “all the water toys” my 5 year old was even able to use one of the kayaks by himself! It had everything we needed. Plenty of towels, the kitchen, although on the small side, was well stocked and the railings for the bunk beds worked perfectly for our small children. We used the grill mostly but did pop in a pizza (we brought our own pizza pan), all worked well! We did have a visitor get into our trash, so just be prepared that you might see a bear. Overall, we had a great stay and would rent again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D., Georgetown, TX

Lovely cabin with water amenities
We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin on the pond. A very peaceful area. Judith was very attentive to our needs and made us feel welcome. Having both an open and a screened front porch was so nice - loved sipping coffee there in the mornings. We weren't able to use the canoe/kayaks due to the weather but we did enjoy a cozy evening by the outdoor fire pit. The location is great for jumping off to explore both northern NH and Vermont, and so very close to the Kancamagus Drive! We were able to drive it twice and see the development of the fall colors. The cabin is very comfortable and we enjoyed chilling out there on a rainy day. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy vacation spot
This is a charming little cottage with a great stretch of private beach. The water was perfect for our 5-year-old who is learning how to swim - it was just deep enough in places where he could practice without a vest for the first time. We fished from the shore and dock (1 fish caught!) and used the kayaks to explore the pond and the larger pond right next door. The house had all of the essentials we needed and the portable a/c did a good job of cooling things off. There is a playground that is about a 3 minute walk away - right past the public beach - which my son really enjoyed. Judi was a great owner - very responsive to any issues or questions which popped up. Madison is a great spot - an easy drive to Conway and North Conway. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
We recently stayed at this location and couldn't have had a better experience. It all starts with Judy the owner, who is great to deal with and clearly knows what it takes to keep her clients happy. The location is great, and even though you have your own private sandy beach, you do have the option to go through the woods to the public beach next door if you need more action (raft out in deep water). The house itself was well-stocked with everything you need to cook, swim, fish, and relax. If you know Eidelweiss, you know the fishing is excellent, and i used the canoe literally every day. We enjoyed the sunrise on the deck every morning. The queen bed is comfortable, and the house has good cross-ventilation, which is a problem in many rentals. There is a portable AC unit that gets the job done on those oppressive days. Thank you for sharing your place, Judy - we can't say enough good things about it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Vacation
My family and I had a wonderful time at this lovely lake home that had everything we needed. Our 2&1/2 year old grandson had the time of his life playing in the water, boating with his parents, and making sandcastles with his Papa. We were close to North Conway and Storyland which was so convenient. The lake was beautiful and we spent a lot of time in the water with the weather being so hot and humid. Having the paddle boat, canoe, and kayaks available to us was go great and a fun adventure. The fire pit was also fun to sit around at night. Judi, the owner, was very hospitable and left us a welcoming gift which was so thoughtful. We loved every minute of our vacation and would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Judith Taylor

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Retired education professional who has spent 40 years coming to NH during all seasons.

Why they chose this property

After spending over 40 years in the North Conway area, The Lakehouse was the perfect spot. Eidelweiss is close to all the attractions in New Hampshire, yet nestled amongst the tall pines with a large, private beach.

What makes this property unique

The private beach allows you to relax and enjoy the sun in the summer or explore the lake in your snowshoes during the winter. Cookout on the grill and dine al fresco on the deck or covered porch while you watch the moon rise over the lake. Then, build a fire and relax for the night or head inside for some warmth by the cast iron stove.

All the comforts of home await you, while only a few minutes drive are mountains, hiking trails, river rafting, adventures, and shopping galore.

Languages:

English