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Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

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Overview of Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 773 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Madison, NH
  • AirportFryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

Little Bear Cottage

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Spend a quintessential New Hampshire summer at this cozy, two-bedroom cottage on the shores of Big Pea Porridge Pond, a lakefront retreat that comes with a private dock, a small private beach, as well as a canoe and kayaks to take out on the water whenever you please. This home is nestled among trees that become a spray of color each autumn, with gorgeous views of the lake that you can enjoy from the large screened porch, the back deck, and the picnic table in the yard. You'll be able to spend your days swimming, boating, playing horseshoes, and flipping burgers on the grill outside. As for the evening hours, you can roast marshmallows around the seasonal firepit, mix cocktails at the tiki bar in the screened porch, and curl up in front of the two TVs - one Smart TV and one flatscreen with a Roku - for a night of your favorite movies and shows.

What's nearby:
This lakefront home sits on the southern shore of Big Pea Porridge Pond in Eidelweiss Village, a community with five association beaches (including Thusis Beach just down the road). When you're not exploring Little, Middle, and Big Pea Porridge Pond by kayak, you'll be less than five miles south of downtown Conway, where you can meet up with the iconic Kancamagus Highway for a spectacular foliage drive in autumn. If you're visiting in winter, you'll have your choice of nearby ski slopes, including King Pine (eight miles south), Cranmore (11 miles north), and Attitash (18 miles northwest). You'll also be a few minutes' drive from the Conway Scenic Railroad and a wealth of tax-free outlet shopping in Conway and North Conway.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Window AC is available in the living room from Memorial Day to Columbus Day; fans are provided throughout the house
Kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets are provided

This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.

*Please note that this home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, with a Good Neighborhood Policy and quiet hours. Any violations (including those of maximum occupancy) can result in immediate eviction without refund.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details:




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Other permit number: MRT-063721

Property manager

Vacasa of New Hampshire
Premier Host
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

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Madison, NH

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 14 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 10 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 15 min drive
  • Burger King - 14 min drive
  • Fiesta Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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4/10 Poor

Tim W.

On a beautiful pond but cabin needs a deep clean and new couch
The pond was beautiful in October with the Fall foliage all around. Even better than in the pictures! Canoe and kayaks available for guests to explore the pond which was a great bonus. It was very quiet and peaceful during our stay. We didn’t hear anything except the wildlife outside. The cabin is ‘rustic’ and in desperate need of a deep cleaning. The shower curtain was completely moldy at the bottom. The floors were dirty and the baseboards are covered in a layer of dust. The screened in porch could use a good cleaning too. The towels and bed linens were clean and seemed like high quality. The furniture is old and worn out- especially the couch. It needs to be thrown away and replaced! It’s so uncomfortable and we were actually sore from sitting on it in the evening!! The kitchen is filled with old utensils and random cookware. One bedroom is missing the roller blind in the window so we had to “make our own” with some bath towels in order to sober the window to sleep and for privacy. This place is all about the location on the pond. The cabin itself needs cleaning, repairs and updates!!
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN e.

Stay on the lake
The place was great. Right on the lake. Private beach area. Inside was a nice set up. Would rent again. Only complaint was no shade in one of the bedroom windows. For sleeping in and private that needs to be fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Rebecca G.

Beautiful view
Beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Nathaniel P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Moldy and Unavailable Contact
We would highly recommend against paying money to stay here. Upon arriving at the property, the front door deadbolt lock was not operational. We were able to gain access through the bathroom door. The bathroom had a large hairball and an incredibly dirty and moldy shower curtain. Trying to remain positive we continued to check the place only to find that the screened in porch had 4 broken screens, poorly duct taped up and the carpet was wet. Then, we headed to the bedroom to find every crevice in the paneling full of mold. Not only is my partner allergic to mold, it was disgusting. We weren’t able to sleep in the room, and had to sleep on the children’s bunk bed as well as in the living room. We tried for the duration of our three stay day to get Vacasa to help but each time the service reps said the “local team” would call us. They never contacted. We also tried to resolve the situation with VRBO and were told that the mold was only a “minor” risk to our health, not a “major” risk. So even though the place was in a condition that no one should have to pay a hefty amount to stay in, they didn’t help at all. FINALLY after a cumulative ~5 hours on the phone with both companies, Vacasa (still not the local team) ended up giving us a refund. We hope to save others from this miserable and unpleasant experience. Except for the private beach and lake - that was lovely, just disappointing that it is paired with a home in this condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B., Hooksett NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view
1st week of September with temperatures in the 80’s. Couldn’t ask for better weather. When we entered the home we saw a spectacular view of the pond from the kitchen and living room. Perfectly bordered by the trees on either side it’s picture perfect. We had a wonderful stay floating in the pond and we even met a couple of kayakers. This is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

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