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Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and furnished lanai
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Lake Winnipesaukee
- Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
- Place, Weirs Beach
- Airport, Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal)
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 and 1 Crib
2 bathrooms
Addition Bathroom & Outdoor Shower
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Main House Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Family-Friendly, Spacious Winnipesaukee Retreat with Stunning Views
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
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
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please see the Camp Handbook.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Winnipesaukee and Squam Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Kellerhaus. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Meredith, NH
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms
- The Big House
- The Breeze
- Dox On Winnipesaukee
- Alamo Texas Bar-B-Cue & Tequila Bar
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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.
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