Vacation At The Big Lake!

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Clean deep water 38 Ft Dock,6 Ft of Water
at end of Dock

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Laundry
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Outdoor Space
Kitchen

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Meredith, NH

Winnipesaukee Pier
‪19 min drive‬
Weirs Beach
‪19 min drive‬
Funspot Family Fun Center
‪20 min drive‬
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

1200 sq feet; full kitchen; A/C; FHA heat; fully equipped kitchen; private waterfront on Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, NH; Views of Spindle Point Lighthouse; Very well maintained interior with cozy wood paneling and vaulted ceilings; Watch the Mount Washington Cruise ship travel by twice daily from your private deck/dock; Close to Weirs Beach for family fun and dining; Great spot for fishing and water sports.

If you have a confirmed booking i will like to communicate with you person to person within 24 to 48hrs.

Property manager

Rick Sojka

Languages

English

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Laundry

Outdoor Space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Maximum 3 - 4 autos

Trash pickup Saturdays 8:45 AM

Enjoy the Lake Must have your own life jackets Non waterproof Kids need to wear Jackets for safety

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 3952970

About the neighborhood

Meredith

Located in Meredith, this cottage is on the beach. Meredith Historical Society and Archie Andrews Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Winnipesaukee and Ahern State Park. Annalee Outlet and Funspot Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Meredith, NH

What's nearby

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
Winnipesaukee Pier - 19 min drive - 13.1 km
Weirs Beach - 19 min drive - 13.4 km
Funspot Family Fun Center - 20 min drive - 12.6 km
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 29 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

Tilton Station - 40 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
‪D.A. Long Tavern at Funspot - ‬20 min drive
‪Tower Hill Tavern - ‬22 min drive
‪Vida At The Lake - ‬13 min drive
‪Hart's Turkey Farm Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation At The Big Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vacation At The Big Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation At The Big Lake!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation At The Big Lake! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Meredith cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Winnipesaukee and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Beaver Island. Lake Waukewan and Barnz's Meredith Cinema are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mimi S.

Aug 24, 2024

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

Great Stay …

This is gem of a rental - a real throwback to modest but wonderful summer camps from the past. It is beautifully situated on the water with great decks, a fire pit and fabulous sun. The kitchen is incredibly well-stocked, linens clean, beds comfortable and abundant bathroom supplies. The owner is proud of his property, quickly responsive prior to and during a rental and always happy to help but never intrusive. Do not overlook this property - it may not be the most glamorous one on the Lake but it definitely provides a lovely spot for an easy vacation on Lake Winnipesaukee for 1 or 2 couples or a small family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Jul 10, 2022

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

Perfect location on Lake Winnipesaukee with Dock

Great location right on Lake Winnipesaukee near Meredith and Weirs Beach area. Deepwater dock for boat and great for swimming and fishing off of. Super clean and has everything you need in the kitchen, linens and towels. The host is very friendly, attentive to detail and responds quickly. He makes it his mission to ensure your vacation and stay is as pleasant as can be. Can't beat the view of the lake from the property and so nice to sit on the large deck with coffee every morning overlooking the lake. The house and property is well maintained and the flowers and landscape are beautiful. There is a full bath (small shower) and bedroom (full/queen) on the first level and a full bath (with tub) on the second level with a full/queen bed and two bunk beds around the corner in the large room - perfect for a couple that may have one or two kids. Also has central air throughout making it a comfortable environment inside.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan J.

Aug 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends work vacation

This house has a great view and being in semi-secluded cove was wonderful. The inside of the house was clean on arrival, however the check in process was more intrusive than I'd like. Exploring the house solo is what I prefer. I was caught off caught when Rick said the check out time was 10am, versus 11am listed online. There's a heavy spider presence, and we constantly walked into spider webs at night . We weren't provided enough bedding but one guest had their own. So it wasn't a big deal. A big safety concern is the deck, the railing had too much movement for comfort. It appeared to be "patched" in a couple areas, so we avoided leaning on it. The dock is plenty big, however we discovered the diving board wasn't secured onto the dock. Some of the dock posts were loose. Rick was very responsive when we asked for more toilet paper and paper towels. Overall we enjoyed the view and location, impossible to beat waking up with lake right outside the window.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Sep 8, 2021

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

Cozy lakeside home with amazing view

Our family really enjoyed our week vacation at Rick's property on the lake. The location on the lake is ideal. The views from the deck and dock are fantastic. We enjoyed swimming off the dock, jumping off the diving board and using the ladder and steps to make it easy to get in and out of the water. We rented a boat and found it to be very easy to dock here since there are no rocks and there is plenty of space. The house is located on a cove, so it was the perfect spot to paddle with the 4 kayaks that came with the house. The house had plenty of room for our family of 5 - two parents, two kids, and one grandmother. One of the double bedrooms is upstairs and separate from the others. The other bedrooms are downstairs. You enter the downstairs double bedroom as you descend the stairs. (There is no railing on the open side, so this might be a problem for families with toddlers.) The bunk beds are around the corner, separated by vertical blinds that can be open or shut. My daughter loved reading Harry Potter in the tiny bedroom that contains the two beds "under the stairs" just like Harry. Rick is the type of host who will go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect for your vacation. When the refrigerator failed during our stay, Rick immediately provided us with a large cooler and ice to save our food and then ran to the store to replace the refrigerator. Amazingly, he picked up a new fridge and had it replaced with hours. Now the house has a new refrigerator, so this won't happen again, but more importantly, Rick will do anything it takes to fix any problems that arise during your stay. We also enjoyed the large dvd collection, the fire pit, and the wooden swing under the deck. This house has everything you need for a relaxing time at the lake.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Jul 21, 2021

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

Gorgeous Lake house

One of the best spots on the water. Very private and one of coolest docks ever. Had a diving board which my children loved. No rocks around the dock which made it easier for boats. It’s super close to all the restaurants and functions. The house was a lake style setting and super clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Jul 15, 2021

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

Great Lake Getaway!

We had a wonderful time, perfect place if you have (or rent like I did) a boat. There is a GREAT little swimming area next to the doc, which we used whenever we weren't out on the lake. Eric, the property manager, couldn't have been more helpful, always responded quickly with any questions/requests. Loved our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Oct 26, 2020

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

Great spot on Winnipesaukee

Beautiful calm spot right on the water. Rick was a great host and constantly in touch before and during the stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Oct 4, 2020

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

Perfect spot, nice clean house in a sheltered cove

Great property for 4 adults on a weekend fishing / boating trip. Ample dock space. Fire pit at night. Short trip across the lake to Weirs / Laconia. Perfect! Thanks, Rick.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Sep 6, 2020

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

Lovely Lakeside Home

This property was very well-kept, had all the comforts of home, and best of all, was right on the lakeshore! The rental came with kayaks also, which was a big plus!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Sep 4, 2020

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

Meredith

Rick was a great host. The house was very clean and location was great. We enjoyed the kyaks and row boat. We enjoyed our week.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

Aug 22, 2020

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

Amazing relaxing getaway with a fantastic view

This vacation was all about unplugging and enjoying the lake. My wife, three daughters and I had a wonderful time at Rick's house. Rick reached out to us the moment we booked to give us more details about the property and what to expect. Leading up to travel day, he kept sending pictures of the property, some goofy pictures and continuously asking us if we had any questions. This made us look forward to our trip. Once there, he greeted us and showed us around to make sure everything was as we expected it. Once check in was done the house was all to ourselves. Two double beds (one on top floor one on bottom) with two bunk beds and another little room with bunk beds that he called the Harry potter room because those beds were literally under the stairs. One of my daughters loved it and she picked it immediately. Good size kitchen and a lovely dinning/living room that we used solely as a living room. However, the deck was the best part. Overlooking the lake with a perfect view of the sunrise every morning. Down to the dock, it was long enough to hold a boat (should you bring one) and 4 kayaks to explore the lake. Water was super clear and calm especially in the mornings which is when I did my swims. Very safe to swim long distances. Boat traffic was not an issue since the house is located in a cove that does not have thru traffic. Meredith was a super cute town with several restaurants from which to choose and the lines were not long at all. About 5 miles from a supermarket which makes it unnecessary to bring all of your groceries. Weirs beach are is about 10 miles good for arcade games, walking and enjoying the views. This is a perfect location for a family of 6 who enjoy the water and the surrounding views. We will be back next time with a boat. Thank you Rick for a fantastic vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Aug 2, 2020

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

Great Week at 2 Lighthouse!

Rick was a great host and our family had a great week. Very quite area and felt relaxed and peaceful. The house was cozy and very clean and equipped with everything we needed. The dock was amazing and we spent most evenings throwing a few lines in and enjoying drinks. Dock was perfect size with a diving board and mooring whips to secure the boat. Will be coming back in the near future - thanks Rick!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Jul 13, 2020

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

Beautiful, relaxing & renewing

A perfect lake vacation experience! The house is very clean and the kitchen very well equipped for cooking & grilling. Peaceful and away-from-it-all, but close to Merideth for shopping and near gorgeous forest hiking trails. The Lake access is excellent, with a comfortable dock for kayaking, swimming & boating. The views alone make this an outstanding vacation home. Rick is a gracious, welcoming, helpful host who made every effort to assure we had everything we needed. We're looking forward to returning as soon as possible.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

K M.

Aug 21, 2019

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

Fantastic Location - Very Comfortable

Our family of four (parents + 2 Adult children) enjoyed our stay immensely!!! The cottage was spotless; kitchen well equipped and the view was spectacular! Easy access to dock and kayaks - didn't a get chance to make use of toys/floats provided by Eric - perhaps next time?! The town of Meredith a very short distance away (8 minute drive). I highly recommend it!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mario J.

Aug 5, 2019

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

Fantastic Vacation

My wife, me, nephew, 17, daughter, 18, and son, 20, just spent a week at Rick's house and it was fantastic! Rick was very helpful host, making sure we were OK, and friendly. The house is is located such that there is no car traffic only some water skiers, as expected as this is Winnipesaukee. The house was super clean, comfortable, and it was great having AC for those couple of 90F days we had. The swimming is fantastic is deep such that jumping of the deck is safe and fun. Everyone enjoyed the kayaking, using the kayaks Rick has, and saved me some work as I did not have to log mine to NH. Overall we recommend Rick's place for a great summer spot. We are already planning for a return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B., Chester

Jul 8, 2019

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

Rick and his property are hidden gems on the lake

When we got there, we were amazed of not only the cleanliness, but also Rick’s willingness to make sure we had everything we needed. The dock space was fantastic with us having two boats and three jet skis. The view from everywhere there is priceless! Fantastic stay with that warm cottage feel.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

Aug 8, 2016

Amazing!

This cabin was beautiful. Inside it is clean and pleasantly decorated, the wood work is incredible! The property is private and very peaceful. Lots of outdoor spots to sit and enjoy the incredible view. The water was crystal clear, we had so much fun every day jumping off the dock into the lake. The fire pit in the photos has actually been upgraded to a wood burning fire pit, we had a fire every night overlooking the lake. There were 4 kayaks on the property and our whole family was able to go out on the lake in the kayaks all week, it was amazing. Directly across the lake is an island you can kayak to with public hiking paths over it, was so much fun to paddle over and take a beautiful hike not to mention it was a great workout. The cabin in located on a dead end road which is actually a big circle which is perfect for walks. If you chose to venture out there are tons of activities to do in the area and lots of restaurants to choose from. The grocery store is less than 10 minutes away, very convenient. The cabin has a fully functioning kitchen with we enjoyed making almost all of our meals in. Lots of storage space for grocery purchases and all the pots and pans you need for your cooking needs. We loved visiting the shopping areas in Meredith like beautiful Mills Falls. We have kids so we enjoyed some outings to The Fun Spot which is a huge arcade that also has a ropes course for the older kids. Across the street was a go cart track, lots of fun. We also ventured to weirs beach in Laconia, a short drive away from the cabin where you can book a boat cruise on the Mount Washington or take a train ride. Lots of shopping and fun places on the pier to enjoy, not to mention the incredible views there. We actually stopped at Harley Davidson which was lots of fun for everyone. We stopped and at at the famous Harts Turkey Farm for lunch it was delicious. The owner, Rick was helpful and knowledgable about the area. Very nice man, was so impressed with the customer service. We will be coming back next year and years to come!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Jul 24, 2016

FANTASTIC!!!!

Best vacation evahhhhh!! I don't know where to begin! The view from this house is breathtaking, the location is perfect , the accommodations outstanding ! We have been renting on winni for 30 years and this is our favorite spot by far! Rick couldn't have been nicer and his knowledge of the lake a huge benefit, found some favorite new spots and caught " monster Bass"! We already left our deposit and booked July 17' so happy we happened upon this great property! AC I was a big plus our week was hot but gorgeous !! House has everything necessary for a great vacation and more...If Winni is your lake this is the house for you , just don't take my week!!! Thanks soooo much Rick!! See you soon⚓️☀️🌻

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christie O.

Jun 28, 2016

What an awesome place!!

This cottage is a hidden gem! Views are great, house is meticulous and comfortable, deck, dock, and water toys were incredible. We had such a wonderful and relaxing time here! The property is very private and quiet, yet less than five minutes to Meredith. Super convenient location. Would TOTALLY recommend this place to anyone looking for great value right on the water at Winnepesauki! Thanks Eric! :)

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