Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

Meredith, NH

Lake Winnipesaukee6 min drive
Weirs Beach27 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)33 min drive
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook35 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunkhouse Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Bunkhouse Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main House Bunkroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main House Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Addition Bathroom & Outdoor Shower

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Main House Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This family-ready, classic cape on Lake Winnipesaukee’s Bear Island is a vacation home where you can “get away from it all” while still being close to the main land, grocery stores, and the Lakes Region’s best restaurants and activities.

Situated on a three-acre peninsula, Camp Chaos is accessible only by boat. The expansive living space consists of a main house and a two-story addition, open kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, outdoor shower, two sizable living spaces with TVs and lending libraries, a children’s library and play nook, two large fireplaces, and more.

Western-facing views means you can enjoy spectacular sunsets from the wrap-around deck and afternoon sun. The “Rusty Anchor” outdoor bar is cocktail hour ready and the large fire pit makes nightly S’mores a must.

The Camp Chaos peninsula is a short walk from Bear Island’s miles of walking trails and an easy 15-minute hike from St. John's on the Lake, a stone chapel that hosts pet-friendly services from Memorial through Labor Day. It’s also a quick boat ride and drive from beautiful downtown Meredith and a 15-minute boat ride from the Weirs Beach boardwalk.

Additional indoor perks include:

- A main house master bedroom with French doors that open onto the front deck and a spectacular view.

- A charming main house “bunk room” with one queen and two twin beds and lots of storage space.

- A second master bedroom (sleeps two) and additional bunk room with twin trundle beds and space to sleep four in the newly constructed Bunkhouse.

- A central kitchen with counter seating and all the equipment you’ll need to cook for a large group. The huge pantry, new refrigerator, and free-standing deep freezer mean you can stock-up and keep grocery runs to a minimum.

- Two Great Rooms (one in the main house and one in the addition)that are perfect for movie nights, board game tournaments, and lounging.

- Pack 'n Play crib

Outdoor amenities also include

A sprawling wrap-around, partially covered porch with classic Adirondack furniture, outdoor dining options, and phenomenal sunset views.

- A large grill and propane tanks.

- A sizable back deck with outdoor seating, an umbrella table, and open space that’ll keep sunbathers happy.

- Horseshoe pit and hammock.

- Covered outdoor bar with a sink, polished wood counters, and electrical outlets.

- U-Shaped dock that can fit three boats as well as plenty of deck chairs and inflatable toys.

*Please note that the property is professionally cleaned between guests and that summer 2020 cleaning protocols have been updated to reflect HomeAway/VRBO and CDC recommendations.

**Guests have the option of contactless check-ins and check-outs

Property manager

Chelsey & Margot F.

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If you bring a pet on vacation, please search the property for solid waste and dispose of it in the trash before you vacate the property.

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 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

Meredith

Located in Meredith, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Barnz's Meredith Cinema are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Annalee Outlet and Funspot Family Fun Center. Kellerhaus and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

Meredith, NH

What's nearby

Lake Winnipesaukee - 6 min drive
Funspot Family Fun Center - 25 min drive
Winnipesaukee Pier - 27 min drive
Weirs Beach - 27 min drive
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 35 min drive

Getting around

Tilton Station - 45 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

Boardwalk Bar & Grill - 27 min drive
Twin Barns Brewin - 20 min drive
McDonald's - 21 min drive
D.A. Long Tavern at Funspot
Tower Hill Tavern - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake Winnipesaukee and within 6 miles (10 km) of Beaver Island and Barnz's Meredith Cinema. Interlakes Summer Theater and Cascade Spa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H., Smyrna, GA

6 September 2023

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

Perfect Stay at Camp Chaos

Our family of 5 stayed at Camp Chaos at the end of July. We have vacationed on Lake Winnie for 10 years and this was one of the best! The space was perfect for our family. The wrap around porch is perfect for lake relaxing and beautiful sunsets. The location on the lake is perfect, and the camp is exactly what you would want for a week of lake living. The house was clean and all the amenities we needed. The owners were very helpful and communicative. We would love to stay at Camp Chaos again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

28 August 2023

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

Exactly what we were hoping for…

Perfect place for a family getaway at the lake. Lots of beds and all the amenities needed for an enjoyable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

6 August 2023

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

Our fourth year here.

Amazing houses, property, views, furnishings. Lots of room to spread out, large new dock with plenty of room for everyone. We always have a blast.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

25 July 2023

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

Perfect Location on Lake Winni!

Perfect location with plenty of privacy and easy access (by boat) to all Lake Winni hot spots. The house had everything you need and more. They even supplied some firewood for evening campfires. Kids, dogs and parents all had a great time! Would certainly go back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

28 August 2022

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

Lots of space, authentic camp experience

As life-long lake people, we loved Camp Chaos. It's definitely a *camp* -- things aren't perfect, but that means you can breath a sign of relief and truly relax on vacation. Plenty of space, including different quiet sleeping spaces. Stunning sunsets and close to Cattle Landing (mainland) and all the Bear Island trails. Great communication from hosts, and super private location. Only downside for us was lack of a sandy beach, but nothing watershoes couldn't solve.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chelsey & Margot F.

Why they chose this property

F.A.Q.
DO YOU HAVE A DOCK OR BEACH?
Camp Chaos does indeed have a dock. It's U-shaped and located on the western side of the peninsula, which means that it's a great place to hang out and catch the sunset. There's enough space for three boats and the base of the dock has room for deck chairs, coolers, etc. We don't have a beach. There is a sandy, underwater area on the side of the dock closest to the cove where we launch our kayaks and the canoe.

HOW STRONG IS YOUR WIFI AND CELLULAR RECEPTION?
My family uses Verizon for our cellular service and we have never had any trouble getting a signal at Camp Chaos. Friends who use Sprint haven't had any trouble either. Unfortunately, I cannot vouch for other carriers other than to say that guests have not mentioned signal problems. As for the wireless Internet, it can reach all the way from the house down to the dock.

WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY
We follow HomeAway’s standard cancellation policy:

100% refund for cancellations more than 30 days before check-in date
50% refund for cancellations more than 14 days before check-in date

I suggest setting a reminder through a digital calendar about when payments are due. We’d prefer not to charge guests for vacations they don’t end up taking, and would rather help you reschedule than charge.

HOW MANY BATHROOMS DO YOU HAVE?
The Camp has 1.5 bathrooms: a full bath in the main house and a half bathroom in the addition. There is one shower in the full bathroom and an outdoor shower on the back deck.

What makes this property unique

DOES THE PROPERTY COME WITH A BOAT?
In short, no. Insurance won't cover us renting or even loaning our boat. That said, we're very close to an excellent marina: Shep Brown's Boat Basin, which has public parking and is a 10-minute boat ride from the Camp.

WHAT IS THE BOAT LAUNCH AND PARKING SITUATION?
There is a public boat launch and public docks at Shep Brown's Boat Basin in Meredith, NH. This location also has public parking and space to park a trailer. Shep Brown's is about a 10-minute boat ride from Camp Chaos.

www[dot]meredithnh[dot]org/police-department/pages/boat-launch-information

Down the road from Shep's, there is additional parking at Cattle Landing Public Docks (cars only, no trailers). Cattle Landing is about an 8-minute boat ride from Camp Chaos.

Public docking at both locations is limited to three hours, but that's enough time to run into town for groceries, more floats, etc.

DO YOU PROVIDE LINENS?
Yes, we provide linens, towels, blankets, etc. There's also a washer and dryer on site if you need to do laundry.

HOW DO YOU ACCESS THE WATER?
We’ve added a picture from Google that shows an aerial view of the Camp Chaos dock. There's a ladder at the end for getting in and out of the water. You can also access the water via a sandy area on the cove side of the dock. It's a steep incline/decline to get to the water directly from the land, but this is how we put our kayaks in and it's good to have a walk-in option.