Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee

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Entire home

Two-story Chief Cottage with 2 bedrooms is just steps from the beach and lake.

Seating for 6 is available in the dining area with additional bar seating.

Spacious living room with hardwood floor, lake view and full sleep sofa.

Start your day with coffee at the table and enjoy the lake view!

You'll enjoy lots of counter space in kitchen.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Explore the area

Gilford, NH

Lake Winnipesaukee4 min drive
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook5 min drive
Gunstock Mountain Resort11 min drive
Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Relax in your own lakefront house on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake, and only minutes away from Gunstock ski area. You will enjoy the quiet Smith Cove location and the convenient access to the popular restaurants and attractions of the Lakes Region in and around Laconia, Weirs Beach, Alton, and Meredith. Ideally suited for an escape at any time of the year, summer or winter!

Your vacation rental cottage will be completely furnished including cable TV. Just bring your groceries, towels and linens for two queen beds and one full sleep sofa. Enjoy a lake view, lake access, and private beach. Contact owner for details of sleeping accommodations dock not included 8.5% rooms tax is included

Summer rental rates are available by the week from May through October. At times we do have shorter stays available. Please call with your dates.

Winter rentals are available from November through April for a minimum two night stay or reserve for 7 days or longer and SAVE! Winter Renters: Get a FREE NIGHT when you reserve for 7 nights or more.

Pets are considered and allowed ONLY with prior approval from the owner. A nightly fee of $25 per pet will be charged.

Discounts available at nearby restaurants.

Minutes from Bank of NH Pavilion and Weirs Beach attractions including water-slides, arcades, mini-golf courses, bowling, boat rides, drive-in theater, batting cages, fireworks, go-karts, bumper cars, climbing wall, scenic train rides, bumper boats, Gunstock Mountain Adventure Park with ropes, aerial and zip line course, Mount Washington Cruises for a breakfast, lunch or dinner dance cruise around the lake; and a number of area restaurants for casual dining for families or a romantic lakeside candlelight dinner.

It is possible to book for less than 7 nights if available. Please reach out to the property owner by inquiring before booking.

Property manager

Bob Ruggiero

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Please inquire

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Balance for summer rentals is due by March 1. Deposits for reservations made after March 1 are non-refundable.

Small pets allowed 15 lbs max.

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 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

About the area

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Meredith Historical Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Winnipesaukee and The Loon Center. Kellerhaus and Funspot Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

Gilford, NH

What's nearby

Ellacoya State Park - 3 min drive
Lake Winnipesaukee - 4 min drive
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 5 min drive
Weirs Beach - 8 min drive
Gunstock Mountain Resort - 11 min drive

Getting around

Tilton Station - 23 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 8 min drive
Boardwalk Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
Tower Hill Tavern - 9 min drive
Wendy's - 6 min drive
T-BONES Great American Eatery - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Ellacoya State Park. Paugus Bay and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

William O.

19 September 2023

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

Nipmuc Lodge

Beautiful stay

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

5 July 2022

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

We had a fantastic time a little piece of paradise!

It was the most relaxing and quiet vacation that we have ever experienced. We barely left the property. We had our own private beach 🏖️, easy access to dropping our kayaks in the water and floating around in the water on our loungers for hours. We met some of the nicest people who were also staying in the other rentals next to us. If you do leave the property everything you would need is a very short drive. We loved our stay!❤️

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 June 2022

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

Tons of fun

Bob was a great host and the property was just as expected. Great stay.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn M.

27 October 2021

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

Great location

Bob was great to deal with, check in was easy. My favorite part was the porch...you are right on the lake in a quiet cove. We had access to a small beach area with chairs, which was nice on a warm fall afternoon. We also enjoyed walking to the Lyon's Den. Cottage was clean and functional. The location on the cove was really nice and quiet.

Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H., Newbury

8 September 2021

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

Excellent!

We loved our stay at Nipmuc Lodge and look forward to returning next year! We were just steps from the water, and the house had everything we needed for our vacation week. We kept the AC off and the windows up to enjoy the fresh air and lake sounds - absolutely beautiful! The kitchen is large enough for a few people to move around, and the living room has plenty of comfortable seating. The master BR has plenty of room, a tall bureau, and a large closet for storage. The front porch has screens for enjoying the fresh air, but we also brought beach chairs for sitting on the grass to enjoy the views. The location of the house is at the end of a dead end road and in a quiet cove for perfect relaxation. It is also very centrally located, so that we could easily get to Meredith, Laconia, and Alton, and there is also a nearby Walmart for picking up any items you need. Bob greeted us as we arrived and was available for questions as we settled in. He is a very experienced property owner, which means that house was very clean and the entire property is well maintained. Bob, thank you for your hospitality!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Bob Ruggiero

Owners Bob and Maria Ruggiero, purchased this lakefront property on Smith Cove in the 1990s and renovated the Victorian into a 10-room inn. Additional accommodations are available to inn guests in the Lighthouse and Little House on the Cove. They have hosted many guests looking for a getaway to enjoy their quiet and lovely lakefront location and casual, relaxing atmosphere. During the last 20+ years, they have built their own home and purchased neighboring cottages to provide vacation rentals to those looking for more privacy and room to relax during longer stays.

Why they chose this property

This Smith Cove vacation rental is located on a quiet part of New Hampshire's largest lake where boat speeds are limited to allow for lakefront relaxation. The surrounding grounds are owned by the cottage owner and are kept in immaculate condition. This cottage is located just minutes from Bank of NH Pavilion and Weirs Beach attractions and restaurants.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is located just steps away from a private sandy beach on Smith Cove. Bring your own boat or rent for the day or your entire stay at a nearby marina. Boat dock available upon request. Enjoy quiet relaxation of Smith Cove along with the mountain views surrounding the lake.