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Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake

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View of the house from the dock.
View of the lake from the back steps
Mountain views over the lake
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

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Andover, NH
  • Place, Highland Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Office 1

1 Large Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake

With 225 feet of lake frontage this property shares the end of a peninsula with one other house. It is considered one of the finest properties on Highland Lake. Attractive sitting areas, a screened gazebo and an expansive level yard all face the lake and distant views of Mt. Kearsarge and Ragged mountain. Full use of the lake is encouraged with a small shallow beach, a 30 foot dock, and available kayaks, canoe and paddle board. Additionally, the spacious Andover town beach is in close proximity (a few hundred yards), as is the 50 mile Northern Rail Trail (walking and biking) and a public boat ramp. All close but not too close. This is not a rental house as such; but a year-round family vacation home which is occasionally rented.

The house has 1940’s charm with many updated features including an all new kitchen. The large living room/dining room has wall to wall south facing windows taking in the magnificent views while brightening the house interior. There are three well furnished bedrooms upstairs and a full bath; one of the rooms has a king bed, one a queen bed, and the third a double bed along with a bunk bed. There are two small multi use rooms off the living room and the kitchen on the main floor along with a second bathroom (with a shower). On the north side of the house is a large screened in porch. There is a washer and dryer in the basement. The house is very nicely furnished with virtually everything a renter could reasonably want.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental Rules (Exhibit A) 1. Smoking is NOT allowed in the house or on the property. 2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not stay overnight in the property. Any other person on the property is the sole responsibility of the Renter. 3. All of the units are privately owned; the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occur while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or any of the equipment provided on the premises. This waiver of responsibility also includes any accidents in or related to the lake. It also includes any others whom the renters invite to use the premise. 4. Please treat the property and all furnishings with respect. 5. Appliances are only to be used for their intended uses. 6. Pets are NOT allowed. 7. Parking is limited to three vehicles. Two vehicles can be parked in the driveway and one on the left side of the driveway in the cul-de-sac. Please be careful not to block our neighbor’s driveway to the right. 8. Fireplace: The wood stove fireplace may be used with care. The dampers are preset and are not adjustable. ALWAYS USE THE PROVIDED FIRE SCREEN. There is a limited amount of fire wood that has been made available. Do not leave a fire unattended. When leaving the house or retiring for the night, be sure the wood store door is closed and latched. 9. Water and Septic: The house is on a well and septic systems. Both are in good order But because we are on a lake, we must be careful not to overload the septic system. Please do not flush anything anything but human waste and toilet paper. Also, please use the food grinder in the kitchen sink judiciously so as to not add too many solids to the septic. 10. Behaviour: While we certainly don’t mind renters entertaining guests, we do ask that renters do not host parties. We have exceptionally nice neighbors, and we are anxious that our renters do not in anyway create bothersome disturbances. Rowdiness and/or loud music are not OK. 11. Use of the lake and swimming area is at your own risk. You are encouraged to use the provided canoe and kayaks on Highland Lakes. They are not to be transported elsewhere for use on other bodies of water. Paddles and Life Jackets are provided in the shed. Life Jackets must be worn and firmly attached by all persons using the canoe or the kayaks. Persons using these boats and equipment must accept full responsibility under all circumstances. KAYAKS and Other Boats: Renters assume full responsibility for use of kayaks and all watercraft. Owners assume no responsibility for injury or death as a result of use. Guests acknowledge that they have a duty to inspect the kayak and other boats prior to use to assure that it is in a safe and proper condition for use. Guests acknowledge that owners are not present on the property and that guests are in a better position to inspect the kayak and other boats prior to use, than owners are. The kayak and other boats are to be used on Highland Lake only. Children will be supervised at all times while in watercraft. Guests agree to wear life preservers at all times when using any watercraft. Boats are for use by the Guests listed above only. Failure to do so WILL result in full loss of security deposit. NO LIABILITY/INDEMNIFICATION/HOLD HARMLESS: The owners of the property do not assume liability for the loss, theft, damage or injury (or death) to persons or their personal property. Guests agree to indemnify and hold the owners harmless for any liabilities, theft, damage, cost or expense whatsoever arising from or related to any claim or litigation which may arise out of or in connection with Guests’ use and occupancy of the rental property, including but not limited to claims for personal injury or property damage/loss. Thank You for your compliance with these rules. Josh & Sue Norris

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Property # 786067vb
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

East Andover

Located in East Andover, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newfound Lake and Bog Mountain Wildlife Management Area, while Potter Place Depot and Toad Hall are cultural highlights. Tarbin Gardens and Sawyer Fine Arts Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Andover, NH

What's nearby

  • Highland Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 21 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Refinery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Asian Delight - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Location on Quiet Pristine Mountain Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Highland Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Webster Lake and Lagace Beach. Daniel Webster Birthplace State Historic Site and Salisbury Free Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful, the house was clean and well supplied. It was convenient to all of the main roads so getting to places was easy!The host was very helpful and easy to get ahold of.We had a wonderful time and are saving the listing in case we get to go out there again!
Early morning
Loons on the lake
Sunset
Kingfisher on the dock
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calder S.

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

Wonderful stay

Probably one of the best places we’ve stayed. Excellent host, beautiful property, location and neighbors. Has one of the best kitchen setups I’ve seen, has everything you’ll need.
Stayed 60 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Exactly what we hoped for

Fantastic host, beautiful lake house. Plenty of space inside and out for family. Highland Lake itself is clean and desirable. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is clearly a family home that is loved and well cared for. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could possibly need. The best equipped kitchen of any property we have ever stayed at. Josh was excellent in communicating detailed instructions regarding check-in and answering any questions we had. Enjoyed the beautiful view, the loons calling and the eagle flying over. Fishing off the dock was excellent.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

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

NY Getaway Weekend

This home had everything we were looking for. A great place to relax with beautiful views of Highland Lake. The fireplace was perfect for a cold, rainy and blustery day. It was very cozy and very neat. We enjoyed watching the locals ice fishing. We would stay again. Joshua, the owner, is a great communicator who does everything he can to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sokhanb

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

Quiet and peaceful

Wonderful home. Plenty of space. Kids had a blast. My husband and I got to relax and watch our kids enjoying themselves. Great view! Great spot to get up and walk out to the back, sit down by the lake and enjoy and leisurely cup of coffee...and a glass of wine in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bette G.

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

Absolutely marvelous

The house and environs were perfect. The home was beautifully designed and suited our needs with 3 adults and 3 children ages 8-11. So much to do with waterboards, kayaks and our inflatables. Lake was clean and warm. Swimming area and dock. Biking trail close by. Lawn area for relaxing, playing outdoor games, using the fire pit to toast marshmallows, Gas grill for cooking out. Kitchen well stocked. What a gem. Hope we can come one day. Every amenity imaginable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Perfect Lake Stay

This property is an ideal family lake house. It is homey, comfortable, clean, and has everything you need. There was no kitchen gadget we reached for that it didn't have. The washer, dryer, and dishwasher all worked great. For indoor entertainment there's tons of board games and a great library (plus tv with apps like Netflix etc.) The outside is beautifully landscaped and the lake is just steps away from the back door. There are multiple seating areas in the yard. The dock is sturdy and the fishing is good. Best of all kayaks and paddleboards are available. The host was super helpful and responsive and made some great local restaurant recommendations too! We couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Living the Lake Life!

This property is not just a rental - it is a home. You can tell from the moment that you walk in that this home is loved and cared for. The home is just as it appears in the listing pictures, but I've included some of my own pics as well. The home was very clean and well organized. Everything you need is accessible, and almost instinctively located. We had a wonderful week living the lake life here. My sons enjoyed kayaking (available with the rental) and we even walked the few yards down to the public beach, which was never overly busy even on the hottest days. I enjoyed cooking meals in the home's kitchen - all the necessary equipment was provided. And the beds were incredibly comfortable with very nice linens. The owner was very kind and very responsive to the couple of messages I sent before and during our stay. Overall, this was a fantastic taste of Lake Life and my family is very happy with the experience we had during our trip!
Sunset on our last evening - taken from the private dock.
The most enchanting view - taken from the dining room window.
The first picture I took when we arrived - taken from inside the living room.
Out in the kayaks - taken from the dining room window.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo Y.

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

Exactly what we were looking for

We stayed for 2 months with the whole family. The house is much roomier than it appears from the outside, 8 or more people would have been very comfortable there. House has anything and everything you can possibly need including children toys and kayaks. Josh was great to deal with and very responsive. Great friendly neighbors and plenty of privacy. The house is right on Northern rail trail making for very easy hiking and biking even with children. Fast strong internet for those who can't leave work behind.. Hoping the house will become available in the fall so we can come spend some time on the lake again!
Stayed 59 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

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

Fantastic vacation lake house

Our family had a wonderful vacation at this home and found the entire place very relaxing and peaceful. Was awesome !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael K.

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

A hot week at Highland Lake

Our family of five adults and a two-year old toddler spent a week at this property. We had a wonderful time. The property was every bit as advertised, with ample bedroom space, a large and welcoming family area, dining room and kitchen. The house sits literally feet from the water and activities ranging from swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and canoeing are all at your finger tip. It was quite hot the week we were there, but the window A/C units in the downstairs space plus two upstairs bedrooms kept us comfortable--and except for one night the temperature dropped nicely anyway. We would definitely stay here again, with two quite minor caveats: first, the presence of the town beach a few hundred yards away was nice for our toddler, but also ramped up the noise factor as large numbers of people enjoyed the community beach; and second, while we had ample privacy, this is not a secluded property as the house sits on a cul-de-sac with several other properties, two of which abut this location on each side. This proximity was not obtrusive, but you knew you were part of a neighborhood instead of in a sequested retreat location. Not a bother for us, but worth knowing. One final word. Josh, the owner, was quite responsive from beginning to end, and made the details of our stay quite simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Great family vacation

We had a great stay. The house was perfect for our family. We’ve been vacationing with my in-laws for 10 years and this was the nicest house yet. Thanks for sharing it with us. We spent lots of time outdoors and really enjoyed the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura J.

Property was just as described. Immaculately clean. Comfortably furnished. Perfectly situated on lak

Had a Wonderful week at this terrific cottage! Immaculate, comfortable perfectly situated about 20 ft from the water. Nice, sturdy dock. Kitchen extremely well stocked with everything you might need. Kayaks, paddle board and lots of water toys. Pretty little lake with crystal clear water perfect for swimming and floating . Quiet and very relaxing. Great yard for games and fire pit for enjoying at night. Loved watching at listening to the family of loons which we saw several times each day. Great family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena C.

Wonderful House for Family Fun

Simply perfect. Quiet lake, beautiful house and kind owners. If you are looking for a place to connect with family and enjoy the outdoors, this is it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Super clean, super peaceful and awesome views. We can’t wait to come back!

Shhhh...it’s perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Arturo Roberto T.

Amazing place with a very communicative owner

We were a party of 5 and we came to see my daughter graduate from college. We stayed 2 days and the house was extremely beautiful, on the lake with an amazing view. There was a lot of space for all of us and the owner was really fast at replying to our questions. Thank you so much for letting us stay here! Absolutely recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Skye B.

Beautiful House

Thank you for hosting us. The house and property are gorgeous. We especially loved the lake views from the house, and also the seating area w/fireplace in the backyard. The bunk beds and sleeping arrangements work perfectly for the family. We would definitely come back. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alice J.

Wonderful Lake House

We just loved this beautiful place! It was comfortable, clean as a whistle, quiet and picturesque, which was perfect for our family. Everything you need for cooking, it's there in the well-equipped kitchen. And you can dine inside, on the porch or out on the dock -- lots of options, no matter the weather. We couldn't have asked for a better place to gather for a local graduation weekend. Thank you, Norris family, for sharing this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

pEG D.

Wonderful place

This was our 2nd stay, and it was just as good as our first stay. We love this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

pEG D.

Lake House Perfection

The house on HIghland lake was perfect. It was clean, well maintained, comfortable, warm ( in a blizzard), and has beautiful views of the lake. Josh was accommodating of our special requests, ( providing a ground floor bed for our elderly father) and shoveling the drive and walk. It was a wonderful Place to write, read, relax and enjoy our grandchildren. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Myriam W.

Beautiful location right on the lake, great house

We had a very nice stay on Highland Lake. The house is well-equipped, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boat, and even swimming. Fall foilage was at its peak and the vista from the house with the colorful trees was absolutly gorgeous. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robin and Len O.

Gorgeous location, wonderful lake and caring owners

What an amazing week we had. It was hurricane weather at our home and positively perfect at our home away! The lake is the nicest we have been to and the home and owners were delightfully comforting. Thank you to all involved!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jean Z.

We had a great time; we would come back again.

My family of four rented your wonderful lake house the last week of July. We are from Pennsylvania and usually vacation down the Outer Banks, NC so this was out first rental up North. I wanted to explore New Hampshire since my youngest daughter attends college here. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at your wonderful lake house. It started the moment we stepped through your front door and were treated to a beautiful view of Highland lake through the back windows. We went outside and couldn't believe how quiet and peaceful it was. We were looking for a quiet, peaceful, and relaxing vacation and we found it here. The bedrooms were comfortable. The kitchen was clean and well stocked. All the appliances worked perfectly as did the WiFi, television, DVD player,, washer and dryer. The master bedroom had a window air conditioning unit which we never used. We were quite comfortable with the fan. All of the rooms had fans. We loved having the 2 kayaks and canoe so that our whole family could explore the lake together. We took full advantage of the kayaks and canoe throughout the week. There was also a stand up paddle board which we attempted for the first time. We also went swimming in the lake; the water was quite comfortable. I am fascinated my loons and was very excited that their was a family of Common Loons living on the lake. We saw them and heard them quite often. There is also a bald eagle living near or on the lake. We like to go hiking so we took excursions to Kearsarge Mountain and Mt. Cardigan. The hiking was great. We also took a trip over to Gunstoke Mountain to go ziplining which we found to be quite fun. There are some power boats on the lake but there are not a lot so it is not too noisy or crowded. There is a grocery store about 15 minutes away. All in all we had a fun and relaxing vacation and would definitely consider returning in the future. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa J.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Joshua Norris Owner/Property Manager

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This house was recently purchased by our family to be used as a vacation home. We live and work, close by, at Proctor Academy which is also in Andover. We are both college graduates, if that is important. VRBO seems to think so.

Why they chose this property

We had been looking for a house, appropriate for us, on Highland Lake for some time and feel very fortunate to have been able to purchase this property. It is a gem. We think the pictures tell the story.

What makes this property unique

This is one of the few four season houses on this area of the lake. There is a nice sense of community here during the summer, and during the other months we have the area pretty much to ourselves. We have the benefit of our own secluded and completely accessible waterfront with a small beach and a dock, but also the property has proximity to the town beach and the rail trail. This is a perfect spot for one or two families with up to six children (more if the two multi-use rooms are utilized as bedrooms--there are two air mattresses available).

There is lots to do in the area: Although East Andover itself is a very small village, Andover is 7 minutes west on rt 11 (Bank, Pizza Chef, mini mart wine and beer selection), and Proctor Academy (tennis, hiking trails). 15 minutes to the east on Rt. 11 is the small city of Franklin with restaurants and a Hannafords Grocery Store. 10 minutes further east on Rt. 11 is The Tangiers Discount Mall which is surrounded by box stores (Walmart, Hone Depot, Lowes) and lots of franchise restaurants. So the unique benefit is a beautiful and peaceful rural lake setting which is not far from lots of things people seem to want.

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