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A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Dining area overlooking deck and lake

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Freedom, NH
  • Place, Ossipee Lake Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ossipee Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Story Land
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

+3
6 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!

The property is a lakeside contemporary house with a large west facing wrap around deck. We are pet friendly. The house has a master bedroom and a second bedroom with a king size bed and 3 bunk beds. The house sleeps 8 guests. The interior is open plan with a kitchen, dining room area and living area overlooking the private beach and lake.
The bathroom was redone and has a walk in shower.
All the beds are under 5 years old. We employ professional cleaners to keep the house fresh and smart. The house is orientated to the West and sunsets can be enjoyed from the deck, or inside. The kitchen is modern with new appliances including an ice maker and dishwasher. There is a separate laundry room with state of the art washer and dryer.
The property has wireless fast fibre optic WI-FI. There is a smart TV with sound-bar and speakers.
The beach has an aluminium dock in the summer and can take a motor boat. This can be put in via Danforth Campground opposite for a small fee. The beach is private to the house and the water wonderful for swimming and fishing.
We are on several cross country ski trails in winter and about 10 minutes drive from King Pine. We supply an aluminium canoe.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Trash and recycling to be removed and not left at the property please The local facility will accept this on a bag by bag basis for a few dollars.
Please inform us of correct guest numbers.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4197683
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

About the area

Freedom

Located in Freedom, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Ossipee Pine Barrens Preserve, while Silver Lake Railroad and The Barnstormers Theatre are cultural highlights. Monkey Trunk Chocorua and Handcrafters Barn are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Freedom, NH

What's nearby

  • Ossipee Lake Marina - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ossipee Lake - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Saco River - 25 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 37 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Story Land - 48 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Wooden Spoon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!! located?

This Freedom holiday home is on the beach, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Ossipee Lake Marina, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ossipee Lake and Ossipee Pine Barrens Preserve. Constitution Park and Heath Pond Bog Natural Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Helen was very quick to answer any questions we had. The house was very clean and the bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH B T.

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

It was great and the weather was perfect.

It was great and the weather was perfect. Love that it’s dog friendly! And Helen was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
A great guest who was an excellent communicator. They enjoyed the tranquil setting. I have my phone glued to my hip, unfortunately! So I am always available to take calls.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

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

Our stay

Lovely place and Helen was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian M.

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

Serenity now

A sweet spot with a wonderful view where the water is clean and the vibe is chill.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank so much for the lovely words.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

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

Perfect lake getaway!

Helen was so communicative, was there with help and answers and her home fit our family perfectly. The experience was amazing from booking to staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
Thank you for being a great guest and so pleased that you had a happy trip. Best wishes Helen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicky S.

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

Great place

Great little weekend getaway. We had everything we needed. And Helen was very prompt in responding to any questions we had
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khiem L.

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

Great Stay for Family

My family consisted of my wife and I, and our two puppies (3+ years old). My wife and I loved the location and our pups loved the pond. They loved everything about the place, which brought great happiness to my wife and I. I would recommend for all types of families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Great little place, very nice and responsive owner

House was clean and neat. Helen was very quick to respond and resolve any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethanie D.

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

Weekend getaway

The house was clean, comfortable, and exactly as pictured. The property is right on the water with a small private dock and an amazing view. The host was responsive in a timely manner to all questions, prior to, and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2023
Thank you for the lovely comments. So happy that your trip went well. Best wishes Helen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Mini Vaca in July

We enjoyed our stay at Helen's property in late July. Her home had everything we needed---comfy beds, a beautiful deck with plenty of lounging options overlooking the bay, high speed Wi-Fi, lots of space for our pup and us to spread out and relax, well-appointed kitchen and bathroom. The a/c throughout was a bonus and so appreciated in the hot muggy weather. It was the perfect place for a much needed getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa A.

Lovely

I thought it was beautiful. There was some confusion with who was cleaning the place but it was quickly sorted out! Will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie M.

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

Enjoyable

Great spot. Awesome pond. Lots of fishing off the dock and got to explore some cool spots along the connecting waterways. I didn’t realize that the sleeping area for the kids would be on a different lower level that also acted as the main entrance to the house. The owners were very quick to respond to questions. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2020
I am glad that you had a good stay. the bunk room can be locked from the inside if you wish for greater security and peace of mind with younger children. The water is great for swimming and I am so happy that you were able to relax.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel m.

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

Just what we were looking for

Location to the white mountains as well as enjoying waterfront living was what I wanted for my 3 sons and I. This place was plenty big for the 4 of us. The house was clean, the beds were comfy, and the large screen TV was great for movies in the evenings. Kitchen had everything. Helen was on top of making sure we had all we needed, even though I had no reason to reach out for anything. It was a wonderful week on the lake for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lakes house

Didn't have a beach. Water access yes. Says in amenities has kayak there was none .Sent message about canoe never got combination for lock or were paddlers are. Sent message host about this before going .Property for most part comfortable. Some construction materials left around.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
How extraordinary to say “no beach “. There are steps down to it…. The signed document for the canoe code to comply with insurance requirements prior to use was never received. Have triple checked. No phone call or communication to follow up!! Paddles and life vests in the laundry area as in the instructions……. Disappointed that we could not help this guest further.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Caitlin J.

Nice location, enjoyed being on the lake

Overall we enjoyed most aspects of the house for our stay. The pros- house is in a great location, open floor plan and comfortable bed. The owner is very accommodating and responds quickly to messages. The cons- 2nd bedroom had a foul smell (the beds also smelled unbearable) that was being masked by a car air freshener so we were unable to use the room. Luckily we had an air mattress and put our daughter in the hallway, also the whole house had a strong odor and the couches weren’t clean and there was dog hair in the hallway. My suggestion would be to hire a different house cleaner. Otherwise it is a nice property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2021
We had a complete makeover in October 2021 ...hope to host you again.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Encarni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

2 days for Thanksgiving

The Freedom House is well located in front of a beautiful lake but sadly we were not able to enjoy the view. The owner told us some days before that some works were going on in the house but it was not clear that all windows were indeed covered with a blue plastic avoiding any view of the lake, which is the biggest advantage of this house. We were expecting a gesture for the price from the owner as the conditions of the house were not reflecting what we rented, but unfairly she kept the original price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cherie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice place deceptive details

The area and the lake was beautiful. We specifically selected the rental for the king size bed. It was a queen sized. I mentioned this to the owner, she replied that she got it at ikea and assembled it herself. Well that’s nice but it’s not a KING! Heads up the ac is living room area wall unit, no ac in bedroom. The outside furniture was not clean. The grill was filthy. There is a camera in the front which we did not know about until we paid. Overall opinion, nice place but the owner is not honest.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura R.

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

“Paradise “

The hostess lives in the UK, so there is a time gap of 5 hours. So that is a little tricky. House was as it was described in the pics. However, I could not get the sound bar to turn on, durning the entire stay. I figured out how to get the sound on the tv to work. When you first walk in the house, the room is filled with beds. It smells musky & moldy. The bathroom ceiling (especially) above the shower & window is filled with mold, I was sick the first 3 days of being there with allergies. That gave me only 2 good days to enjoy my time. This was the first time renting a place like this, I will be more careful next time. When I told the hostess about this issue, of course they had no idea. Didn’t seem the least bit worried the mold made me sick. I will not be going back to this particular location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daria P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

August 2021

The location and pond are wonderful! The house is a bit rundown but fine. It’s not really conducive to more than 2 adults. The lack of screens on all the sliders but one (which is almost broken) was a disappointment. The side yard and under deck were cluttered with previous tenants floats, etc. so it was a bit trashy. The dock and canoe get very hot in the sun so beware. The floating dock wasn’t in the water and the steps down to the dock are very precarious. We brought my 83 year old Mom who is pretty spry but she had to be assisted in navigating the tilted slabs that lead down to the water. The dump is an option for garbage and there should just be details about how far and where it is. It’s easy enough to just drop it off before you go home. There is no ac in the bedroom so if it’s hot sleep with the door open to the living room. It was relaxing but certainly more of a glamping experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2021
In October we had a complete makeover, as we agree that the house needs some additional care.... As we are in a rural location we do not have the option of trash disposal but the dump is 1 5 minute drive away. We hope to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Great location

We loved it, would recommend
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vito B.

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

Awesome pet friendly space

Great location, very clean, and great space for enjoying the lake! Helen was easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

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

Perfect Location

Extremely clean, all accommodations included, plenty of room for big family, gorgeous views of pond. Easy to find
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2021
Thank you for the lovely review. I am so glad that you had a good time. Best wishes for 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

All Good Except for Garbage Collection

I did not find out until after confirming booking that I had to handle my own garbage. The days that the town dump was open did not overlap with my stay, so I had to take my garbage with me. This was on my mind the whole time and did spoil the stay somewhat. Everything else about the property was as tranquil as described, and the setting was most private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula J.

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

Comfy home on an amazing lake!

My husband, 17 year old daughter, two dogs, and I had a wonderful week at Helen's special cottage this week! Danforth Ponds ranks as our #1 lake for swimming in our many years of lake rentals. We loved paddling our kayaks and Helen's canoe and the sunsets were spectacular. Only held back on the 5th star because my hubby and I found the master bed saggy and uncomfortable, so ended up sleeping on the couches and a noisy neighbor arrived our last two days. But, other than that, a fantastic stay with loads of great swimming in the warm sandy-bottom gorgeous lake, fun watching movies on the big screen, games and meals around the table, reading and yoga on the fabulous porch, munching s'mores around the fire and refreshing showers in the nice bathroom. Would recommend Foss Mountain hike for glorious views of the White Mountains. Thank you for a great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEREMIAH J.

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

Beautiful oasis on an amazing, quiet lake.

We had an amazing time and absolutely loved the property!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2020
Thank you for your kind words. I am so pleased that you enjoyed the lake. This place is my idea of a true relaxed vacation. The biggest decision of the day being what to eat!! Best Wishes Helen

About the host

Hosted by Helen

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I live in London UK most of the time but love my escapes to the peace of Freedom. We are not isolated but enjoy a peaceful location, often with the sound of Loons.

Why they chose this property

We looked at many but wanted the Lake to swim in, Mountain views and......the Sunsets!

What makes this property unique

We are well equipped and sparkling clean. A short drive to local shops, restaurants and amenities in the area. North Conway is a short car journey away.

Languages:

English, French

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