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Charming Chalet 5 minutes to both Lake Winni & Gunstock Mtn

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Butcher block island with comfortable stools; new fridge, stove & dishwasher
Comfortable open concept living, cozy wood ceilings
Front/side view
55" inch smart TV  with basic cable and a sound bar; Wood burning stove
Clean kitchen equipped with most amenities you may need

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 1199.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gilford, NH
  • Place, Ellacoya State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Futon

1 Double Futon

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half Bathroom

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Chalet 5 minutes to both Lake Winni & Gunstock Mtn

This is a charming chalet with beautiful cherry wood ceilings accented with dark wood beams, a wood burning stove, butcher block island, full stand-by generator, AC mini splits, and so much more.

It is in a great location for all seasons. In warmer months, we are 5 minutes to beautiful Ellacoya State Beach on Lake Winnipesaukee and 15 minutes to Weirs Beach & Boardwalk. In the winter months, we are only 5 minutes from Gunstock Mountain Resort that has skiing, snowboarding and more. Gunstock Mountain also is a fun spot in summer months, as it has an adventure park with ziplines, e-bike tours, segway tours, aerial treetop adventures, scenic lift rides, hiking, and the mountain Coaster. In the fall, you can view some of the most colorful foliage. Whatever the season, you are sure to find local activities to enjoy.

** Please do not hesitate to send messages with any questions while trying to book. We are flexible and try to make reasonable accommodations.

Here is a list of other local fun activities:

- Ellacoya State Park & Beach ~ 5 minutes
- Gunstock Mountain - 5 minutes (2.3 miles away)
- Weirs Beach ~ 14 minutes
- Funspot Arcade (largest arcade in the world) ~ 15 minutes
- Tiki Hut Boats ~ 14 minutes
- Hour House Escape Room ~ 8 minutes
- Weirs Drive-in Movie Theatre ~14 minutes
- Pirates Cove Miniature Golf ~16 mintes
- Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad
- Mount Washington Cruises ~ 13 minutes
- Gilford Cinema 8 ~ 10 minutes
- The Gateway Spa ~ 8 minutes
- Kellerhaus Candy & Ice Cream ~ 14 minutes
- Castle in Clouds ~ 44 minutes
- Craft Beer Xchange Brewery ~ 14 minutes
- Hermit Woods Winery ~ 21 minutes
- Twins Bar Brewery ~ 19 minutes
- Broken Spoke Saloon ~ 16 minutes
- Tanger Outlets ~ 23 minutes
- Walmart Supercenter ~ 12 minutes
& so much more!

Children are welcome but house is not child proof.
We have one outdoor camera on the shed to assist with property management.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome but home is not childproof
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Gunstock Mountain Resort and Ellacoya State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mill Falls Marketplace and Tanger Outlets Tilton. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Gilford, NH

What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Coaster - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 24 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ellacoya Barn & Grille - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Chalet 5 minutes to both Lake Winni & Gunstock Mtn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Chalet 5 minutes to both Lake Winni & Gunstock Mtn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Chalet 5 minutes to both Lake Winni & Gunstock Mtn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Chalet 5 minutes to both Lake Winni & Gunstock Mtn located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ellacoya State Park, Gunstock Mountain Resort and Gunstock Mountain Coaster. Lake Winnipesaukee and Scene One Gilford Cinema 8 are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great communication with owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, clean and neat. Owner so kind and helpful. Beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great property-great hosts

I don’t normally leave reviews but the entire experience from booking through our stay was great. The house was very clean, well maintained and close to Gunstock and local restaurants. I highly recommend this host and their property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Summer Hiking in NH

We had a great time staying here. The house is close to everything (lake, activities, and hiking). Mount Major was a great hike and so was Gunstock/Rowe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Makayla G.

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

Fantastic!

We went up here for my sisters bachelorette party and it was everything we hoped. The place was a cute little house right near the lake and everything was easy to access. The property owners were amazing and assisted us throughout the trip in whatever we needed. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Great Home

Loved this home!! It's very clean and convenient to everything. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

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

Mini vacation with concert

Great location from the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion where we saw the Foo Fighters and also Weirs Beach area. Very clean and also very relaxing house. Would definitely recommend staying at this house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

JP B.

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

Quaint Cabin in the Woods. Great Location!

Great cottage and 'base camp' location for exploring the lake region and Gunstock Mountain. Super clean. Owners great to work with and super responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ned C.

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

Close to Gunstock

Wonderful house that is only 5 min to Gunstock ski area. The house is located on a quiet residential street.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P., Medford

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

Tubing Weekend

We loved your beautiful home! It was comfy and cozy! There was nothing we needed that wasn't supplied! The owners we wonderful and so responsive! We will be sure to book again!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

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

Cozy

This home is very cozy and comfortable. The minute you walk in you feel llike you are home. Francis and Courtney are great hosts and very prompt getting in touch , if you were to have any issues. I would definitely stay there again . I highly recommend it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

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

Enjoyable and Affordable Stay

My friends and I had an awesome experience at this property. The house was clean and spacious, the check in and check out instructions were clearly communicated and easy to follow, and the hosts were very responsive. One day we had an issue with the wifi and they called us to help pretty much right after I sent them a message. Also, the fire pit in the yard was a huge plus, our group enjoyed spending time out there. I would recommend this property to anyone visiting the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia P.

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

Great experience!

Location was great, 5 min from gunstock mountain. Only difficulty was initially knowing where the keypad is for the lock, as there is another lock on the side of the house which you see first. Contacted the host and got an answer immediately! Place was clean, had ample towels, and kitchen amenities needed to cook!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfred M.

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

So quiet, yet so close to everything

We had a great time. The property was everything we expected from the description. All the amenities we needed in a cozy spot. We had both adults and children and had no problems managing around the house. Nice space, plenty of parking and just a short ride to beach, restaurants, and drive in. Would rent again. Owner is very accommodating and if you have questions he responds quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bryon L.

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

Wonderful house

The house was very clean and was exactly what we expected. Nice spot but a little to rural a spot for our liking. Not a negative just a personal thing. Would be great for a stay if you were going to use the beaches but time of year didn’t work for that with us. Can’t complain though the place was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet stay. Countriest!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a perfect stay! Great location, very close to Gunstock and the lake. Home was clean and lovely. The coffee bar was a great perk. Plenty of room for our whole crew. Would definitely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable! The house has cute NH decor and the beds/sheets/duvet were all soft and luxurious. The house is in a quiet wooded neighborhood and the drive way is a great size for our 4 cars we had. The backyard fire pit was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this very comfortable, clean and spacious home. The check in process was smooth and easy. The home had an open concept with with a comfortable living room and kitchen with a great design. The kitchen had everything we needed to help make a wonderful stay. Such a great spot for so many NH lake or mountain adventures!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a ski weekend.

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect for our family ski weekend and was just as described. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Stupendous!

Excellent accommodations where host has thought about every item you will need and more! Loved the open concept we hosted Thanksgiving dinner and had every dish, bowl, pot, pan we needed! Beds were clean and comfy and wood stove was a bonus in the pretty snow we got. Host was receptive and made our stay easy. We will be back! Beds were comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ivan b.

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

2024 Fall Foliage

We had a great time staying at this house with foliage right from front deck. Convenient, clean and inviting place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Fall Trip 2024

Perfect location for fall fun at Gunstock MNT! The accommodations were perfect with the outdoor fire pit too. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gail F.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

We chose this property for its location to attend a family wedding. We were not necessarily looking for a vacation vibe, more just a place to be together as a family over being in a hotel. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and had a private yard with a fire pit and plenty of parking. We had an issue with the lock on arrival not being properly programmed which was a bit of a scare. With some luck we eventually got in. This could have been a bigger problem for some. The owners were very available prior to our stay as well as throughout the weekend which I appreciated. They offered an early check in which was gracious. They were attentive to each message and expressed their apology for the lock inconvenience . Overall the property was fine. Details like items in the kitchen drawers and cupboards that could have been organized and cleaner, dish drying mat that seemed older and not freshly laundered (didn’t use) and mattresses that didn’t have mattress covers were noted areas that needed attention.We enjoyed the coffee bar, large dining table and comfortable sectional for seating. The washer and dryer are quite large. Our king bed was comfortable. More a cabin feel overall. Check out was easy with the usual requests. We have stayed in many VRBO properties as well as other rentals. Overall it suited our needs. It was pricey after adding in all the fees in my opinion, that is just how it is. We payed a cleaning fee but was not on the receiving end of that honestly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirby R.

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

Friend Reunion

House was great for our group. Beds were very comfortable and location was close to everything. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Francis Madden

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We purchased this property as a place to spend time off from work in the city. We love traveling and going on adventures. The environment is quiet and tranquil, a perfect respite for a quick weekend away.

Why they chose this property

We immediately knew this was the perfect house for us. We love the chalet style and the wood beam ceilings are our favorite feature as it brings so much character and warmth to the home. And the location is perfect for year round enjoyment as we love to go out on the lake as well as snowboard/ski.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests