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Quiet lake living at its best

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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View from house to Lake doesnt get better than this
View of house from Lake
View of dock and lake from lawn.... rowboat is available for you to use ....
Outdoor seating and fire pit
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Unity, NH
  • Place, Crescent Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dartmouth College
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Okemo Mountain Resort
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet lake living at its best

If you love sitting on the end of a dock ...watching the sun go down with a glass of wine or being more active and kayaking around a beautiful lake, then this recently modernized cottage maybe what you are looking for. With over 25, five star ratings, others agree.
The two bedroom house has recently been comfortably updated by architect-owner with walls removed to create more light, The cottage has 2 small bedrooms both with queen beds. Bed linens and towels are provided.Internet provided.
The summers are warm and perfect views facing west so you can have awesome sunsets. This cottage gets great sun all summer long approx. 11am to 8pm. In the Fall, the leaves are spectacular. And in Winter, you can cross country skiing on the lake when its frozen . Mount Sunapee is only 20 minutes away if you are a downhill skier or snowboarder.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We love friendly well-behaved dogs.Please don't leave your dog alone, dogs often bark when you are away.

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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Little Red Schoolhouse Museum and Claremont Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maple Lanes and North Country Smokehouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Unity, NH

What's nearby

  • Crescent Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Sunapee - 36 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Dartmouth College - 51 min drive - 77.1 km
  • Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center - 53 min drive - 80.7 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 56 min drive - 64.4 km

Getting around

  • Claremont Station - 27 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steurgons General Store - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet lake living at its best pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Quiet lake living at its best?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet lake living at its best?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet lake living at its best?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet lake living at its best located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Crescent Lake and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Gallop Marsh State Wildlife Management Area. Acworth Silsby Library and Acworth Town Common are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was well appointed and clean. Bed was super comfortable and had direct lake access.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and well outfitted Hooks and outlets abundant Excellent Wi-Fi and state of the art Smart TVDog friendlyEasy parking
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a fantastic and unforgettable family vacation in a beautiful location on the lake. The cottage was adorable and nostalgic at the same time. Thank you Beth.
The view from the sun porch overlooking the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property, from the minute you pull into the driveway. Excellent layout, loved the sun porch. The most well equipped kitchen that we've ever stayed in. Everything is labeled making it so easy to find things. The lake is gorgeous. Even though we didn't get out on it, you can still enjoy the tranquility right from the cabin. There's nothing like having morning coffee on the lounge chair in the yard with that view. Host was incredible to work with and answered any questions immediately. We will most definitely be back!
View from sun porch
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was beautiful and clean. We enjoyed our time so much did not want to leave
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie G.

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

Very relaxing

Beautiful spot in the cove where there are no fast boats or jet skis. Nice quiet spot to relax and read a book or float in the lake. The area is also quiet, we found a couple areas to run and hike. Honestly, we did a lot of relaxing. The house is very clean and matched the description. The host lives next door, we saw her twice, she was very easy to deal with and respectful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

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

Perfect waterfront location

Cozy, comfortable, clean and inviting stay. The men/boy in the family loved the fishing. It was nice to be able to include our 2 dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr.Don L.

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

Quiet and quaint

Very cozy cabin...had all the essentials for a nice week on a lakefront property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M., Holliston, MA

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

A Beautiful Spot

The cottage is small, but very well appointed, everything you need is there. The view is gorgeous and can be seen from the living room, dining room and best of all the screened porch. We went kayaking and swimming and hung out on the dock and screen porch. It is great that the cove is a no wake zone, and people observed it, so quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

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

It’s The View!

If you want a well-equipped, quiet, clean cabin with an extraordinary view of a lake, this is a great spot. The screened in porch, the landscaping, stonework, trees and flowers with green grass right to the water make it an idyllic setting. Owners were very responsive to questions. We’ll hopefully be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc W.

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

Beautiful setting, wonderful host

Updated and improved lake home in a beautiful setting, with lots of thought and effort put into comfort, convenience, form, and function. Pictures are accurate and tell the story. I love to cook, and the kitchen is very well stocked with all kinds of utensils, small appliances (3 ways to make coffee!). There was some unexpected repair needed. Beth was a gracious and responsive host. She arranged repair rapidly, and checked with us to see that things were working well. Could not have asked for more. I have many memories, pictures, and recordings of loons, owl, geese, and other wildlife that I will treasure for years....
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen P., Barre

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

Sweet Cottage

Overall a pleasant and restful stay. Good wifi, equipped kitchen, nice screened in porch. Perfect size for 2 adults. Figuring out the TV was complicated. Maybe we missed instructions? We didn't try the row boat because it was far from the dock and were told it had a leak. Nice kayaks! Several items to note for other renters: The listing doesn't mention steep stone steps from the parking lot to the cottage with uneven large stones to the front door. As we are well into our 60's loading in and out was a little tough. The plastic chairs for the fire pit were uncomfortable. One bed is very firm and the other is medium firm. Good bedroom drawer space and hooks. Plenty of pillows. Kitchen could use steak knives. Otherwise cookware was great and plenty of dishes. Very little dish soap. Some cooking supplies but not anything to get you through a week. (Bring spices, oil, condiments, coffee, tea, etc.) I don't recommend dining at The Common Man in Claremont. Very disappointing. We enjoyed the space, a little expensive for the location; town is a bit distressed with empty storefronts, limited shopping, things to do. Adding a decent fishing boat would be ideal and bring value to the rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant area right in the lake. We were happy to be able to bring our two dogs. Comfortable beds, living room, sofas, etc. fully stocked kitchen. Washer & dryer. The view from the cabin was beautiful. The fully screened in porch was a bonus. We recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie-Jean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am so glad I booked this stay! Even in the off season, and with a drought, the lake was calming and beautiful. The home itself is incredibly cozy. Beth has taken the time to label everything so you can find things like towels or pans with ease. With a warmer day I was able to enjoy a book on the screened in porch. Perhaps the best part was how much my dog enjoyed the stay. At 13 he enjoyed roaming the yard on his long leash and dozing in the grass. Everything was also clean and tidy!Only 2 downfalls- Unfortunately due to the drought, I was unable to have a fire at night- but that’s on Mother Nature. There was also some heavy construction next door, but it never occurred early in the morning or late at night. It’s also the off season for being on the lake so not too much of an issue there either. Overall, I’m hoping to book this location again in the warmer weather!
Beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet/ just what we wanted
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Beth’s place was perfect. The cottage has everything you could possibly need. We really enjoyed sunsets on the dock over the lake! It’s a peaceful and quiet place, perfect for relaxing. When it was chilly we were still able to enjoy the lake from the windows in the living room overlooking the lake. Beth was very kind and brought us some squash from her garden which we enjoyed very much. We love to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUANITA A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a fabulous week. Beth was so helpful, friendly and was there when we needed her. Absolutely would go back again.. Peaceful, quiet and just relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice place to get away and get some rest. The bay got limited boat traffic which was nice. Being at the end of the bay sounds of other camps would echo a bit...but only occasionally.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

D R.

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

Relaxing

Quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cute cottage! We wanted direct water access for a simple and relaxing getaway, and this camp fit the bill. It had everything we needed for an enjoyable few days, even when the June weather was surprisingly chilly and damp. The location at the tip of a cove was quiet and peaceful.We especially appreciated the screened room, as the mosquitoes were ravenous. The stock of jigsaw puzzles kept us busy when it was too windy or rainy to be out on the lake. The cottage reminded me of the family lakeside camp of my youth, passed down through a couple of generations, but much better maintained and furnished.
Our dog found a sunbeam on the screened porch.
On a calm morning, the lake was lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Beautiful location

Relaxing beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

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

Scenic and quiet

This is a great location on the lake in a fairly secluded area, though there are neighbors. Very peaceful and quiet. The stone steps can be difficult to navigate for anyone with mobility issues. My wife and I both use canes and managed ok. Internet went out for a few hours (for the whole area it turns out) and most of the phone numbers listed don't work. We did get a reply back through VRBO messages after an hour or so. Everything was comfortable and as described. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Wonderful Lake Retreat

We had such a great time at the lake property. The cottage is just as pictured in the description, neat clean and very cozy. The host supplied everything we could need to have a comfortable week. The location was private, surrounded by woods, yet close enough to neighbors to feel safe. And it is situated within short drives to lots of fun attractions, like Queechee Gorge, Woodstock and The Vermont Country Store. Lots of good restaurants, too. We would plan on going back in warmer weather to enjoy the lake. Our dog also had a great time running around. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Beth Freeland

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Our family has been on Crescent Lake since 1982. My parents built a house then, about 13 years later my husband and I built a house and when the next door cottage became available in 2008, we couldn't resist......

Why they chose this property

We think this might be one of the best properties on the lake. Located in the cove it's quiet since it's a no wake zone of the lake.
But you get fantastic westerly views and beautiful sunsets.
It's just really beautiful and peaceful.

What makes this property unique

Just 2 hours from Boston it's a pretty easy drive. Close to ski mountains in winter and lots of fun activities on the lake in the summer. Screen in porch is a nice place to read and enjoy the view.

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