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Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland

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A forested area with a dirt path leading to a two-story building.
A tranquil lakeside setting with a wooden dock, a picnic table, and a clear view of a house across the water.
A wooden dining table with a blue table runner, white chairs, and a bottle of wine.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a television on a cabinet.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted ski rack.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Games at the ready

    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Madison, NH
  • Place, Pea Porridge Pond
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Conway Scenic Railway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranmore Mountain Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Downstairs Bunch Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Full Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland

"So close to the water's edge you could practically fish from the deck." That's what guests say about Idylweiss Chalet, our pond-side chalet in Eidelweiss Village, 15 minutes from North Conway. Mornings on the deck with the loons calling across Little Pea Porridge Pond. Afternoons on the private sandy beach with the canoe and kayak. Sleeps seven across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A short drive to Storyland, ski resorts, and the Kancamagus Highway.

Our chalet sits in a private alpine community on Little Pea Porridge Pond, a non-motorized lake we share with a small group of cabin neighbors. Family-owned and hosted for over a decade, the chalet runs year-round: swimming and canoeing in summer, snowshoe walks and ice skating in winter, foliage drives in fall.

Our chalet is two stories with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level has the open kitchen, dining, and living area under vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, plus one bedroom and a full bathroom. Sliding glass doors off the main level open to the upper deck overlooking the pond. The lower walkout level has two more bedrooms (one with a queen, one with a bunk), the second full bathroom, a second living area with a futon, the laundry, and a screened porch facing the water.

The deck and the beach are where the chalet opens up. The upper deck overlooks the pond with outdoor dining and a BBQ for slow mornings and evening cookouts. The backyard is directly on the water's edge offering a private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs, a canoe, a kayak, and a fire pit (permit required use of pit has an additional fee) The lower screened porch faces the water for a quieter spot to sit through a summer storm or watch the sunset.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge
• Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond
• Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond
• Lower screened porch facing the water
• Fire pit on the beach (permit required)
• Outdoor shower
• Mini-split AC
• WiFi and cable TV
• Games console
• Backup generator
• 15 minutes to North Conway, short drive to Storyland and ski resorts

BEDROOMS(3)

Bedroom 1 (Upstairs)
Double bed

Bedroom 2 (Downstairs)
• Queen bed

Bedroom 3 (Downstairs)
• Twin-over-full bunk bed (sleeps 3)

Additional Sleeping Spot

Downstairs Living Room
• Futon (sleeps 1–2)

BATHROOMS (2)

Bathroom 1
• Tub-shower combo
• Stocked with bathroom essentials

Bathroom 2
• Walk-in shower
• Stocked with bathroom essentials

Kitchen & Dining
• Stainless fridge, electric range with oven, microwave, and dishwasher
• Keurig coffee maker (K-cups not supplied) and kettle
• Fully stocked with cooking basics, glassware, dishes, and cutlery
• Dining table seats five to six
• Breakfast bar with additional seating
• Outdoor dining on the upper deck

Living Areas

Main Floor Living Area
• Sectional seating for the group
• Smart TV with cable and streaming apps

Downstairs Living Area
• Futon seating (doubles as additional sleeping)
• Smart TV with cable and streaming apps
• Stocked throughout: Books, games, and a games console for slow afternoons

Outdoors & Patio
• Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond
• Lower screened porch facing the water
• Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge
• Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond
• Fire pit on the beach (permit required)
• Outdoor shower

EXTRAS
• Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival
• High-speed WiFi throughout the chalet
• Smart TV with streaming apps
• Private washer and dryer
• Mini-split AC and main heating system
• Backup generator covers the entire house
• Driveway parking on the property
• Hair dryer, iron, bed linens, and bath towels stocked
• cell phone service can be inconsistent in the area but switching on WiFi calling allows for signal.

GUEST ACCESS
Guests have full use of our chalet and the outdoor space around it, including the upper deck, lower screened porch, private sandy beach, canoe, kayak, lifejackets, and outdoor shower. The fire pit on the beach requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf (additional fee, seasonal). Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival. Driveway parking for four vehicles on the property.


HOUSE RULES
• Check-in after 4 PM, checkout by 10 AM
• 7 guests maximum (additional fee per guest over 4)
• Quiet hours 9 PM - 9 AM
• Shoes off inside the property
• No pets, please
• No smoking or vaping indoors — a $500 cleaning fee applies if the smell of smoke is detected inside the cottage. Please smoke outside and dispose of cigarette butts properly.
• No parties or events
• Trash must be taken to the Madison Transfer Station ($5 per bag) or taken with you upon checkout.

FAQs
• The fire pit requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf, with an additional fee. Submit through the guest portal in advance. Not available in winter.
• Coffee maker is a Keurig; K-cups are not provided.
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are not provided; we recommend packing your own.
• House towels stay inside the chalet; we recommend packing beach towels for swimming.
• Pack and Play available onsite.
• If you need anything at all, have any issues or questions, you are welcome to contact me either through VRBO or on my cell phone supplied via text/call.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Must be accompanied by an adult

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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

Property # 2497705vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Madison

Located in Eidelweiss Village, a neighbourhood in Madison, this chalet is in the mountains and on a lake. Conway Scenic Railway and Conway Station are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit L. L. Bean Factory Store and Northway Plaza Shopping Center. Silver Lake Railroad and Pirate's Cove Adventure Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Madison, NH

What's nearby

  • Pea Porridge Pond - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Kahuna Laguna - 17 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 19 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Met Coffee House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Barley & Salt - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland located?

Located in Eidelweiss Village, this chalet is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Pea Porridge Pond and within 3 miles (5 km) of Madison Boulder Natural Area and Madison Boulder. White Mountain National Forest and Conway Station are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Patrick Bentivegna

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Growing up in a suburb of Boston, Patrick is a professional musician / guitar technician who has spent the last 20 years working in the music industry and touring the world with bands such as Mastodon, Matisyahu, Big Wreck, Thornley and his own band, HAARD, before getting into real estate investment. Originally from Northern Ireland, Adele is a Professor of literature at Emerson College who specializes in Shakespeare and early modern literature. The Idylweiss chalet is our second home, which we adore and spend as much time as possible visiting. We also love to share this with other people as it is a special place offering joy and good memories to other families. We also run an historic Inn in Salem, MA where we live with our two children.

Why they chose this property

The Eidelweiss community is a beautiful and quiet residential and vacation community. You are surrounded by nature and although you can drive just up the road to North Conway, you can relax at the chalet and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. Located on Pea Porridge Pond, this chalet is in a very unique place, having a private beachfront on the pond and plenty of places nearby to visit and have fun.

What makes this property unique

Newly renovated, Idylweiss chalet has a private sandy beach by a pond you can fish and swim in. There's also a fire pit one can toast s'mores on (permit required), a playground within walking distance, and beautiful natural scenery. It's unique because it's in a secluded spot, yet close to all the action/attractions in North Conway and the White Mountains.

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