House in Madison, New Hampshire

Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

House in Madison, New Hampshire

7 Guests

2 Bedrooms

1 Bathroom

Locally Owned & Operated

Casago Franchise Owner

4.54

Little Bear Cottage is described as a fantastic, cozy, and comfortable waterfront retreat that guests repeatedly say is perfect for a relaxing getaway and return visits. The cottage is praised for comfortable beds, a snug and spacious feel, a screened porch, and thoughtful touches that help it meet the needs of couples and families alike. Guests frequently highlight how clean, well-kept, and well-appointed Little Bear Cottage feels throughout. The property is appreciated for being easy to access and for offering a peaceful, private setting that feels secluded while still being conveniently close to shops, restaurants, hiking, and nearby towns. Guests consistently admire the beautiful lake and mountain views, the quiet pondfront setting, and the lovely wildlife seen from the yard, porch, beach, and dock. Visitors especially enjoy the private beach area, dock, fire pit, porch, and the chance to kayak, canoe, fish, swim, and unwind by the water, with wifi also noted as working well.

Overview

Spend a quintessential New Hampshire summer at this cozy, two-bedroom cottage on the shores of Big Pea Porridge Pond, a lakefront retreat that comes with a private dock, a small private beach, as well as a canoe and kayaks to take out on the water whenever you please. This home is nestled among trees that become a spray of color each autumn, with gorgeous views of the lake that you can enjoy from the large screened porch, the back deck, and the picnic table in the yard. You'll be able to spend your days swimming, boating, playing horseshoes, and flipping burgers on the grill outside. As for the evening hours, you can roast marshmallows around the seasonal firepit, mix cocktails at the tiki bar in the screened porch, and curl up in front of the two TVs - one Smart TV and one flatscreen with a Roku - for a night of your favorite movies and shows.

What's nearby:

This lakefront home sits on the southern shore of Big Pea Porridge Pond in Eidelweiss Village, a community with five association beaches (including Thusis Beach just down the road). When you're not exploring Little, Middle, and Big Pea Porridge Pond by kayak, you'll be less than five miles south of downtown Conway, where you can meet up with the iconic Kancamagus Highway for a spectacular foliage drive in autumn. If you're visiting in winter, you'll have your choice of nearby ski slopes, including King Pine (eight miles south), Cranmore (11 miles north), and Attitash (18 miles northwest). You'll also be a few minutes' drive from the Conway Scenic Railroad and a wealth of tax-free outlet shopping in Conway and North Conway.

Things to know:

Free WiFi

Full kitchen

Window AC is available in the living room from Memorial Day to Columbus Day; fans are provided throughout the house

Kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets are provided

This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.

*Please note that this home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, with a Good Neighborhood Policy and quiet hours. Any violations (including those of maximum occupancy) can result in immediate eviction without refund.

You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.