Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
35 min drive
Gunstock Mountain Resort
Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
38 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
Airport, Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
66 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Brown Camp Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok
With access to 200’ of beach on Crystal Lake with a gorgeous view of the Belknap Mountain range – our property has the best view on the lake! Built in the 1930's, the Brown Camp has quaint, New England summer cottage architecture with a full kitchen, bathroom with shower, and 3 bedrooms. The property rents from Saturday to Saturday during the summer season. Living room with smart TV (bring your Netflix password!) Dinning room table inside plus one on the screened porch! Sleeps 7 total (hard limit). Bedroom #1: Queen bed. Bedroom #2: Two Twin beds or a King Bedroom #3 One Twin bed Living room: Futon for up to 2 Big Screened porch with a view of the lake, chairs for reading, relaxing, etc. and a full table for semi-outdoor dinning or evening card games.
Aptly named, Crystal Lake has clean, clear water. Our location has a naturally sandy beach (no rocks, and you can see to the bottom!) great for families and swimming, fishing, boating. We have 3 piers and a large swim raft which is placed deep enough to dive from. We provide kayaks, canoes, paddleboat, rowboats, and life preservers for your use. This is a great place for lounging on the beach while watching your kids swim, floating in a tube with a drink, fishing, or exploring the area in a kayak. Picnic tables and large yard for yard games- bring your favorites along! Shuffleboard court available. Quiet roads for biking/jogging with beautiful views. Owner lives on property if you need assistance.
Perfect for Family Reunions- this is one of 3 cottages on site (inquire for available dates).
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need including a microwave, coffee maker, plenty of pots and pans, dishes, glasses and silverware.
Outside there is a picnic table, lawn furniture and a gas grill. The living room has plenty of space to relax, with a stone fireplace for chilly nights and free firewood! Wifi is included, no landline. Cell service is generally good but can vary by carrier. Pets Welcome! $150 fee.
Linens: You can bring your own sheets and towels or rent them from us for very affordable prices.
Boats and firewood are available free: The free use of rowboats, canoes, Kayaks and a paddle boat are shared by the 3 cottages at Crystal Acres but yes, you can bring your own boat as well. There is plenty of mooring space.
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Please leave the cottage as you found it.
No smoking inside.
Bring your own linens or rent them from us.
Important information
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Property # 114325
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
Note from host: Family Reunions are allowed. No loud parties pls.
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
Gilmanton IW
Located in Gilmanton IW, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Hampshire Pewter Co. and Stand Up Paddleboard NH are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Brookside Mall and Tanger Outlets Tilton. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Libby Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
New Hampshire International Speedway - 27 min drive - 31.1 km
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 35 min drive - 43.2 km
Weirs Beach - 36 min drive - 46.7 km
Gunstock Mountain Resort - 38 min drive - 44.0 km
Getting around
Tilton Station - 29 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min drive
Dunkin' - 17 min drive
Taco Bay - 19 min drive
Aroma Joe's - 17 min drive
Foster's Tavern - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Brown Camp Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Brown Camp Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Brown Camp Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Brown Camp Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Brown Camp Lakeside Cottage w/natural sand beach, crystal-clear water! Pets ok located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gilmanton IW cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Lake Park, Suncook River and Sunset Lake. Gilmanton Iron Works Library and Gilmanton Year-Round Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Our family has owned this property for 5 generations, since 1898! We all grew up here in the summers, and two generations have retired here (so far!). We are passionate about preserving it's old-timey feel and and relaxed family atmosphere.
Why they chose this property
This is a very unique spot with lots of history and of stories which we are happy to share with you as you sit on the pier dangling your feet enjoying the sun. It has the best view of the Belknap Mountain Range and one of the only naturally sandy beaches! The drop off is gradual and therefore wonderful for kids (of all ages!). We grew up spending hours playing in the water, and love watching our kids/grandchildren do the same. Many of our guests have become friends, and we love sharing this very special place with them (some for generations!).
What makes this property unique
Crystal Acres has all the benefits of a resort vacation without the big resort. Parents often tell us it's the most relaxing vacation they've ever had because there is so much for the kids to do without having to leave the place. When you are tired of the beach and swimming there's always shuffleboard, a large yard (feel free to bring lawn games), and flashlight tag. We have 3 kayaks, 1 child-sized kayak, a row boat, a paddle boat, and 2 canoes. We provide life preservers. In the evening, bring your fishing rod or make s'mores by the fire pit while stargazing.