Little House on the Lake in the Forest

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Check out the area

Andover, NH

Colby-Sawyer College23 min drive
Ragged Mountain Ski Resort26 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)58 min drive
Mount Kearsarge60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

First floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

*In summer months we require a minimum stay of 7 nights, Saturday to Saturday.* Wake up to the call of loons from this tiny and cozy lakefront cabin. Nestled at the remote base of Mt. Kearsarge, with unobstructed views of Ragged Mountain, this location affords year-round adventure on the protected south shore of Bradley Lake. Five minutes from Proctor Academy, 90 minutes from Boston. This retreat mixes ample amenities and high-speed internet with outdoor adventure!

In the warmer seasons enjoy easy access to hiking at nearby Mt. Kearsarge and Winslow State Parks, a 58-mile long rail trail for running or biking, swimming on the far end of Bradley Lake, Mountain Biking at Highland Mountain Bike Park, and golfing at Kearsarge Valley Golf Course. Canoe out into the lake (canoe and life jackets provided), or fish for smallmouth bass, pickerel, and perch. Spend evenings catching fireflies and roasting marshmallows around the fire pit. Swimming is not allowed directly at the cabin, as per town regulations. There is a public beach less than a mile from the cabin. The second (and best) place to swim is the 'swimming island' in the middle of the lake which you can access by canoe (in under 5 minutes).

In the winter enjoy downhill skiing at Mt Sunapee & Ragged Mountain, ice fishing, as well as backcountry (XC) skiing & snowshoeing on the Proctor Academy trails, part of the Sunapee Ragged Kearsarge Greenway. Spend evenings cozied up by the wood stove with a glass of wine or cup of tea.

The entire cabin was recently renovated with hickory cabinetry and flooring, stainless steel appliances, and rustic, mid-century modern decor.

The kitchen is fully equipped with all the basics: refrigerator and freezer, oven, stove, toaster, French press for coffee, water kettle, blender, pots and pans, cooking and eating utensils.

The cabin has one bedroom with a queen bed on the first floor. A wooden ladder with handrails up to a half-floor loft area offers a shared space with an additional queen bed. Individuals staying in the loft should be nimble-bodied.

The cabin offers robust and fast internet at 1 gigabit so bring your laptops! There is intentionally no standalone TV in the cabin, in an effort to keep the cabin a sanctuary in which to unplug. A selection of books and board games are available for your enjoyment.

Property manager

Laurel Shinerock and Tristan Rocher

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Superivsion required in loft and at water's edge.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking anywhere on the property No trailers a

Swimming is allowed only north of the power line t

From November to April, all vehicles are required

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Andover

Located in Andover, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ragged Mountain Ski Resort and Lake Sunapee Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Winslow State Park and Wadleigh State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Tarbin Gardens and Bayberry Barn Christmas Shop. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.

Andover, NH

What's nearby

Colby-Sawyer College - 23 min drive
New London Barn Playhouse - 25 min drive
Ragged Mountain Ski Resort - 26 min drive
Lake Sunapee - 28 min drive
Mount Kearsarge - 60 min drive

Getting around

Tilton Station - 33 min drive
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Naughty Nellie's Ice Cream Bar - 9 min drive
Pizza Chef - 8 min drive
The Refinery - 12 min drive
Lake Sunapee Country Club - 21 min drive
Blackwater Junction Restaurant - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little House on the Lake in the Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little House on the Lake in the Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little House on the Lake in the Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little House on the Lake in the Forest located?

Located in the mountains, this Andover cabin offers ski-in/ski-out access within 12 mi (20 km) of Pleasant Lake, Ragged Mountain Ski Resort and Lake Sunapee Golf Club. Webster Lake and Rollins State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brenna M.

5 Dec 2023

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

Peaceful Perfect NH Getaway

What a perfect spot. We had the best time relaxing and canoeing on the lake. The home was clean and so cozy with the wood stove running! Truly a perfect location for a couple's getaway, highly highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

8 Oct 2023

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

Privacy

Located in a relatively isolated lake location. If you like the outdoors, this is the place.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob D.

20 June 2023

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

Weekend

Beautiful location wonderful house hosts were wonderful to work with

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose V.

16 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful lakeside retreat

We had a delightful time staying in this little cabin on Lake Bradley. The place was immaculately clean when we arrived, and Laurel's instructions made the process of getting there and settling in very easy. The cabin is tucked away, private and quiet. The views of the lake are stunning, especially from the large porch and gazebo. Even better, of course, when you walk 50 yards down to the waterfront to sit in the Adirondack chairs beside the firepit. The firepit is just one of many heating options. We loved the wood stove inside and although we didn't get to use either of the two grills, we were glad to know they were an option. Our days of climbing ladders to a second story loft are over, but if I were a kid or young and lithe I would love that space. As it was, we were happy downstairs. It's small but very workable. Laurel had left us a welcome note and bottle of maple syrup, and the kitchen was well stocked with coffee beans and a kettle - as tea drinkers, we love to have a kettle - and although the kitchen is small, it's perfectly adequate if you like to cook while on vacation. The cabin is near the end of a narrow gravel road. If you are arriving for the first time, I recommend you get there during the daylight hours. Once there, the seclusion will embrace you.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

4 Oct 2022

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

Amazing, quiet

The setting was serene and inspirational. The cabin was cozy and met our needs.

Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laurel Shinerock and Tristan Rocher

Why they chose this property

The cabin is located at the end of a private gravel road, deep in the foothills of Mount Kearsarge and directly across the lake from Ragged Mountain, where our children are learning to ski. We love to canoe and fish, and hope to purchase kayaks too soon. Only 90 minutes from Boston, the town of Andover has beautiful homes, historic covered bridges, and the innovative Proctor Academy.