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Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach

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Living area
Interior
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 677.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Lake view

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach

Lake Winnipesaukee's Charmer

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Come back to yesteryear with a vacation in this charming cottage on Lake Winnipesaukee. This rustic home boasts a knotty pine interior, a combination living/dining room with a fully functional kitchen, and two bedrooms and a bathroom on the first level. The loft offers a lovely vantage point of the lake and a comfortable spot to rest your head after a busy day of boating, swimming, and sunbathing. You will also enjoy a large beach and picnic area with beautiful views at the Ellacoya State Park, only about three miles west of the cottage on Rte. 11; bring your camera for those sunsets! The 30' screened porch overlooking the water's edge is the perfect spot for playing board games with family members, reading, doing crossword puzzles, and recharging from the hectic pace of everyday life. Come and enjoy the distinct call of the loons as the lake water gently laps against the shore and savor the beauty that is the Lakes Region.

Things to Know
Guests can reserve a parking spot online for Ellacoya State Park.
This home does not have any additional heat source.
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details: 27' Boat Max




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alton Bay

Located in Alton Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Winnipesaukee Pier and Mill Falls Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Winnipesaukee and Ellacoya State Park. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alton, NH

What's nearby

  • Sleepers Island - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Squam Lake - 30 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 30 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barrel Bar & Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wolfetrap Grill And Rawbar - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪El Centenario - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Harmony Coffee House - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach on 4 June 2026 start from AU$366, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming dog-friendly lakefront cottage with private dock & community beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sleepers Island, Lake Winnipesaukee and Ellacoya State Park. Gunstock Mountain Resort and Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time on quiet lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful scenic hideaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic place on Lake Winnepausakke.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Miguel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great. House needs some updates and garbage collection needs to be better
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Charming, rustic cabin. Excellent dock for swimming. Lovely, large screened-in porch. Owner/ managing company was very responsive. Would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Zoe R.

Cute cottage in Alton

It was quiet and relaxing. Loved sitting on the screened in porch and watching the loons swim by.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cynthia S.

House was as pictured and very clean for an old house. Oven didn’t work for 2 week stay and neit...

The dock, the view and the location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Family vacation

Great area , boat dock , fishing. Close to weirs Beach. A wonderful family getaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kelly D.

Great time

The location was amazing tucked in an outlet of the Lake. We had a great time relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Zachary J.

Perfect quiet getaway

Everything was perfect at this property, the neighbors were all so nice and kind, the views were outstanding, water was perfect and clear! We would absolutely stay here again! Only thing we wish there was would be an outside fire pit, staple to the home on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

our stay

Great spot, great doc, great everything. It was a little small. but still nice. The only thing that it lacked was a couple of AC units because it gets very hot if it is a hot humid day especially upstairs in the loft.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Thank you, Andrew, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the heating issues you have encountered during your stay. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just about any location on Lake Winnipesaukee is wonderful in magical, and we certainly prefer your authentic, uninsulated, wood frame lakefront cabins and cottages. This property tucked in Smith Cove near West Alton fits that description.We had some issues that were relatively minor, including overly bright non-dimmable LED lightbulbs with no shades, fortunately Vacasa was quick and professional in responding. At the dining table, there are no real dining room chairs, just a couple of easy chairs that are not suited for dining purposes. Also, the walls in the bedroom were covered with framed family photos, which was offputting. We removed them for the duration of our weeklong stay, safely tucked on the floor in the living room. The view from the front sun porch and dock is spectacular, this alone made it worthwhile. We use the barbecue for a few meals, that was definitely handy. It’s a nice walk around the area on the dirt road, always fun to see what neighbors are doing to their properties, it was a mix of old style and brand new giant houses, which I think Are too much but that’s a whole separate conversation. We would consider returning, the one big factor being orientation: from the Tuftonboro side of the lake the sunset views are spectacular, in Smith Cove the sun pretty much disappears by 2 PM this time of year, being early to mid September. Overall, a good value.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the charm of our lakefront homes, the beautiful view, the barbecue, and the peaceful neighborhood walk. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the bright LED bulbs, the dining chairs, and the bedroom photos. Your observations help us continue to improve our guests' experience. Regarding the sunset orientation, thank you for noting that as well. It’s wonderful to hear you’re considering returning, and we would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ben B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Place! Vacasa terrible rental company

we loved this place very much, and we can tell by the logbooks that I've been there for years that many people have enjoyed this house, aside from what I am about to say next about the rental company this place is awesome and beautiful water great fishing, and we absolutely just loved the classic New Hampshire cottage, that we we always have strive to rent for. 100% would recommend staying here. But.......it appears as though it is being rented through a new company called Vacasa. this company is not local to the Lakes region. we got there and had no idea if we are allowed to park at the top of the driveway or in the driveway and quickly realized that it was a bad idea to try to even park in the driveway. DO NOT ATTEMPT DRIVEWAY! There was no house rules if you will. unfortunately, there was a lot of garbage left from the people before us in the trash cans at the top of the driveway so we had to put in an inquiry to the company which took over a day to finally send somebody local out get rid of some of the trash and by then we had already generated trash ourselves and unfortunately, for the next person they were probably left with a whole bunch of trash as well. so all in all I totally recommend the property and you'll love it once you're there but it's really too bad that this company called Vacasa who is managing the rentals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2023
Hi, Ben, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We will follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience to discuss preventative measures and ensure the continued enjoyment of our future guests. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope we can host you again!

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