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Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome

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Kayaking on Lake Nubanusit
Nubanusit Lake House
The swimming area
Kayaks by the private beach
The private swimming area and splash island

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hancock, NH
  • Place, Nubanusit Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern New Hampshire University Arena
  • Place, New Hampshire State House
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs sitting area

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome

This home is the perfect place for families with pets and kids who want to get away from it all. The house is located off a dead end road with very little traffic and has a wrap-around driveway with off-street parking. Nubanusit is a clear and clean lake with a sandy, rocky bottom - great for boating, fishing, and swimming. The majority of the shoreline is an undeveloped nature preserve, and you may have the lake to yourself during the week.

Ground floor:
- Master bedroom with attached study with lake view
- Enclosed, screened porch with seating and lake view
- Roomy living room with cathedral ceiling and wood stove
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Washer and dryer, all linens provided
- Wireless high speed internet, TV, VCR & DVD
- Full bathroom

Upstairs:
- Two bedrooms with lake view upstairs, each with twin beds.
- One bedroom with a queen bed upstairs
- a sitting area with a fold-out futon that can be used as another sleeping area
- Full bathroom

Outdoors:
- BBQ grill and picnic table
- Private sandy swimming area
- Boathouse and boat launch, 2 kayaks and a canoe with paddles provided
- Expansive, wooded property
- Wild blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
- Rope swing across the lake
- Wild loons, eagles, and otters live on the lake

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The lake house is a great place for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We love dogs and cats! Pets are welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Personal Floatation Devices must be worn when using the kayaks or canoe.
Please follow the terms of the attached Rental Agreement.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Peterborough Players and The Monadnock Center for History and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Peterborough Town House and Yankee Siege Trebuchet. Hardings of Hancock and Ava Marie Handmade Chocolates are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Hancock, NH

What's nearby

  • Nubanusit Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pats Peak - 40 min drive - 51.3 km
  • New Hampshire State House - 55 min drive - 76.9 km
  • Lake Sunapee - 58 min drive - 74.5 km
  • Merrimack Premium Outlets - 60 min drive - 74.9 km

Getting around

  • Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Rick and Diane's Brick Oven Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Fiddleheads - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alberto's Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Common Place Eatery - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome on 31 December 2026 start from NZ$975, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Lake House, Private Beach For Swimming or Boating, Kids & Pets Welcome located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Nubanusit Lake and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Harris Center for Conservation Education. Rye Pond and Hardings of Hancock are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded little home, with water access down a path to the boathouse and water Plenty of room for many guests
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the house on Lake Nubanusit. We've been coming here for years, and always love it. The house is comfortable, the lake is wonderful, and the surrounding area has lots to explore. A lovely place for a relaxing vacation with family or friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely family vacation. The house is comfortable and spacious and we love being able to have everyone together. Kathryn is wonderfully helpful and responsive!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayla B.

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

Great Lake House

This is a nice lake house on a great lake with a lot of amenities. Our family enjoyed spending time on the lake and loved that the house was dog friendly. There is plenty of space for a large family and it was great to have access to a grill, the kayaks, a fire pit, floats and chairs. We had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your trip to lake Nubanusit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

Awesome lake House and Lake

Seven adults and two dogs stayed very comfortably for the week. We loved swimming in the lake seeing the nearby hiking trails. I had a boat and was able to enjoy some fishing also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Beautiful lake house

We had a terrific week at the house on Lake Nubanusit. We’ve been coming here for years. The house is great, just as described in the listing, the lake is beautiful, and we love the surrounding area. A lovely place for a family gathering
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Our annual family lake week

We had a lovely week at Lake Nubanusit! The water is beautiful, the house is spacious and comfortable for an extended family group and the town of Hancock is peaceful and charming. We enjoyed days of swimming, paddling and tubing for the kids and also had a wonderful hike at the nearby Harris Center.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger G.

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

Hancock

Big cabin on a very nice lake
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Beautiful place

My family has been coming to this house on beautiful Lake Nuanusit for many years. it's a terrific house - comfortable, spacious, and a terrific location, with lots of great running and biking options, in addition to swimming, kayaking and canoing on the lake. The house is as advertised, with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Amazing waterfront

Lake was wonderful! Cottage roomy enough and comfortable for all. The owners provided every kind of floating device that our grandchildren could hope for! Loads of family fun, swimming, kayaking, floating. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2020
We're so glad to hear you had a great stay, and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Lake week

We love our summer lake week enjoying the water, the loons and the beautiful setting! Kathryn is wonderful with communications and answers every question promptly. There are kayaks and a paddle board available and a firepit near the lake.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard B.

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

We enjoyed staying at this lovely, rustic house on Nubanusit Lake. Lake is wonderful, very quiet.

The house is older, plenty of character, comfortable, good-sized kitchen, lots and lots of books! A bit of a walk down to the lake, and there's no dock, but the lake is clean, quiet, beautiful, and there are kayaks, a canoe, and a rowboat. Dogs are welcome, a huge plus for us. We enjoyed being on Nubanusit Lake and certainly would consider returning. Owners are responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2022
We're so glad to hear that you and your dogs enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

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

Excellent

My Family and I enjoyed our stay. The cabin is very large and very well equipped. The bedrooms are large and very comfortable, enough room for everyone. The water was pristine perfect for our granddaughter. Kayak and fishing were an added bonus. We went on one of the busiest times of the year and were pleasantly surprised on how quiet and serene it was. We had a great time and would certainly like to revisit .. Thank you for sharing your little piece of serenity with us ...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Ultimate relaxation

This lake house was the perfect location and set up for a memorable lake/mountain vacation! The house itself was well equipped with lots of space for my family and dogs. The lake is pristine and is surrounded by preserves so very few other homes on the lake. The beach and dock set up were perfect for hanging out and there were kayaks for everyone! The wildlife was exceptional,: Bald eagles, hawks, great blue herons, loons and wild turkeys! The Harris Center is right down the road with many great hiking trails and programs. And the town of Hancock has so much history! We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We'd love to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Carla H.

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

lake house

This property was just about perfect--beautiful and rustic house with lots of sitting options, remote setting, gorgeous clean lake, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and laundry, linens and all the amenities provided. It was not very clean, with cobwebs and dirt in the corners, dirty windows, and a few bugs and spiders in the kitchen cabinets. But, overall, the property was very comfortable, in a perfect location, with great lake access, and we all had a lovely vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2022
We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the lake. We apologize about the cleanliness issues and have shared your comments with our cleaner. We are planning to replace the downstairs windows soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie, Dan R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok

Not as good as it could be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

jane f.

Our BIG CHILL week

What a wonderful week I had at the house.The house was shared by 8 other good friends with a day visit from 2 more. We were all friends back in the 60's and had no problem with conversation. Lots of stories were retold and new ones heard. The weather was the best, possibly of the whole summer. Some of us took daily hikes on the trails nearby while most of us were happy to enjoy time by and in the water. Every couple took a night preparing dinner (the kitchen was very well equipped)and on our last night we went to the Waterhouse in Peterborough which we would all highly recommend. The fact that we had 3 dogs to share in the adveture was an added bonus. They loved running up and down the trail to the beach and hunting for the chipmunks that lived in the rocks by the water. It was so peaceful and relaxing , especially at sunset annd again in bed listening to the call of the loons. The house was perfect for our group and I look forward to a revisit. Thank you so much for this opportunity to relax, laugh, and spend quality time with old friends.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Theresa C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pristine lake but cleanliness lacking in lakehouse

For the price we were actually pretty surprised at the stained and unclean mattress pads as well as cobwebs all over. It did not appear there was more than a vacuuming of the floors. We also had to wipe down the refrigerator and clean hair and mold out of the showers. The BBQ grills were pretty grimy and the kitchen trash can was pretty dirty. I would strongly recommend that the owners have a long talk with Rachel about her housecleaning abilities. At night there were critters in the ceiling above the downstairs bedroom. All that being said, the house was nice and roomy and the the lake was pristine! We had great fun on the lake and enjoyed the availability of all the kayaks and canoe and toys for the grandson. We were surprised that there was such a distance and a climb on rocks between the house and the lake. That definitely was not indicated in the vrbo description. It would be a difficult walk and climb for some people. Overall, a wonderful lake and location! We did have great weather and enjoyed our stay despite our complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2022
We appreciate constructive criticism and do our best to improve the house. All the sheets are new this year and mattress pads will be due for replacement in the near future. We do our best to keep ahead of the cobwebs, which are unavoidable in the NH woods. We will by all means instruct the cleaner to pay more attention to the drains and refrigerator.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynne A.

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

Glorious Lake Nubanusit and Property in need of lots of attention

Over many years we have stayed at a range of homes on beautiful Lake Nubanusit, some that we’ve learned of through family and some through VRBO. We were happy to find a dog friendly place this year. We come back because of proximity to family and the peace of this place and natural environment. This house is sited up a lovely path and away from the lake edge and is a great spot. Most all of the furniture is more than worn out, and slipcovered, the “included” sheets, bedding and towels are ripped, pilled and threadbare. The house was broom clean on much of the first floor, but the one downstairs bedroom had cobwebs on the walls, in frames of artwork on the walls and above the bed. When we tried to wash dishes on the morning of our second day, the kitchen sink was blocked and our multiple attempts at unclogging it were unsuccessful. We called the owner and they quickly called a plumber for service. We filled the tub to bathe our youngest and it too wouldn’t drain. The plumber arrived the following day to tend to these items. There was a large wasp nest outside the kitchen window. We were fortunate there were functional screens. On our last morning I awoke with many, many bites on the backs of my legs. It really made cleaning-up, packing and planning our trip home challenging since the family consensus is that they were bedbug bites, and other that being horrified about this fact we were trying to make sure we did not bring them home. We have rented many homes through VRBO throughout the USA and Europe for close to 20 years. We are consistently conscientious guests, and this was our worst experience. I have to imagine that the intensity and constant nature of rentals in this time of Covid-19 have made upkeep a challenge for owners, but this was too too much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2021
We are very sorry for the issues you experienced during your stay. We called a professional pest control company and they have thoroughly inspected the house. They found no trace of bed bugs. We are sorry for the scare and for the worry you went through about this.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

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

Lake Nubanusit

First time @ this property and was very pleased with the location and accomodations! Comfortable, roomy home with lots of space for everyone to hang out. Plenty of windows to let in the light and see the lake. Kayaks & canoe with life jackets available a big plus! Grandson loved the small beach & toys. Dogs loved the place as well. Thank you for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Great Family Vacation Property

We really enjoyed our vacation at this property. The water was crystal clear and the kids loved the trampoline. The house was equipped with everything we needed. Lots of room for the family to settle in their favorite spots. We would love to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

A real charm on lake nubanusit!

A magical vacation! Wonderful home for my whole family, and great beach/lake. We enjoyed every minute and hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Ah, the vacation I really needed

It has been a very hard year for me personally and this vacation, at this spot restored me. The setting is magnificent and the home is spacious. I am so appreciative of the opportunity to have had this time at the lake!
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl M.

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

Peaceful spot on beautiful lake

We are return visitors and always have a great time here. The property and lake front are the real gems. Close to so many great places to hike. Plenty of room to spread out in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

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

Summer vacation 2020

This was a wonderful property. It was exactly what we were looking for. A nice clean lake to swim, fish and kayak. The grassy backyard was nice to play some games. The house was big enough to accommodate all of us comfortably. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2020
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for leaving a review, and we hope to see you again next summer.

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Hulick

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The Hulick family has been coming to Lake Nubanusit since Sunnie and Charlie Hulick purchased the property in 1970 as their retirement home and a place for family vacations. Charlie was in the foreign service, and they moved from France to Germany and back to the States as their son David and daughter Diana grew up. You can still find reminders of their international travel in the house if you look around! Now, David resides in a small NH town just 30 minutes away from Lake Nubanusit. His children and grandchildren get together every year during the summer to enjoy the lake.

What makes this property unique

Lake Nubanusit is a well-kept secret. Most people in New England have never heard of it -- and instead travel to the lakes region farther north. Since most the lake shoreline is a nature preserve, you won't find very many other people out on the lake most days. Also, the lake has exceptional water quality with 50 foot visibility and a rocky, sandy bottom. A pair of nesting bald eagles has called the lake home for about ten years, and if you're lucky you'll see them circling overhead or even catching fish.

One of our favorite things to do at the lake house towards the end of the summer is to kayak or canoe across to the nature preserve and pick blueberries. You won't believe how big and juicy those wild blueberries get! We also love hiking mount monadnock, or visiting the shops in nearby peterborough, nh.

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