Modern masterpiece on Squam featured in Dwell and Boston Magazine

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The house features expansive views over the lake and mountains to the north

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Center Harbor, NH

Squam Lake1 min walk
Lake Waukewan9 min drive
Winnipesaukee Playhouse11 min drive
Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)72 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunkroom

2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Compact Bedroom

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder room

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Experience the beauty of Squam Lake and the comfort of staying in a modern light-filled home! This house is a rare rental on a legendary lake. Perfect for people who love nature, outdoor activities, and great design. It's an ideal spot for:
- Multigenerational family vacations (high-end kitchen, watersports in the summer, leaf-peeping in the fall, skiing in the winter, hiking year-round)
- Couples and friends getaways (year-round hot tub, ping pong)
- Nature-loving adventurers (dozens of hiking trails within an hour's drive), including skiers (Gunstock; Waterville Valley, Loon, Ragged Mountain)
The house is nestled in pine trees and on a quiet cove with low boat traffic. Includes a dock with a canoe, kayaks, standup paddleboards, and a swim raft. Search "Boston Magazine" and "How a Squam Lake Vacation Home Became a Peaceful Retreat" for more details.
(If you rent a boat you are welcome to keep it at our 40-foot dock. No pets, parties over 10 people, weddings, or AC.)

Property manager

David Rose

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

The house is not toddler-friendly.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No motorboat use included

No loud partying outside after 10pm

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Center Harbor

Located in Center Harbor, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Barnz's Meredith Cinema are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Annalee Outlet and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Funspot Family Fun Center and Kellerhaus. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.

Center Harbor, NH

What's nearby

Squam Lake - 1 min walk
Interlakes Summer Theater - 8 min drive
Lake Waukewan - 9 min drive
Winnipesaukee Playhouse - 11 min drive
Funspot Family Fun Center - 13 min drive

Getting around

Tilton Station - 35 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

Twin Barns Brewin - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
The Mug Restaurant - 4 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Hart's Turkey Farm Restaurant - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern masterpiece on Squam featured in Dwell and Boston Magazine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern masterpiece on Squam featured in Dwell and Boston Magazine?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern masterpiece on Squam featured in Dwell and Boston Magazine?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern masterpiece on Squam featured in Dwell and Boston Magazine located?

This family-friendly Center Harbor vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Squam Lake and Waukewan Golf Club. Annalee Outlet and Lake Winnipesaukee are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patrice J.

Dec 28, 2023

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

Magical and Memorable Holiday!

This home is as beautiful as it looks! The hosts were very gracious and thoughtful about making our stay absolutely wonderful. It was the perfect place to spend Christmas with our adult sons and 94-year-old dad. We enjoyed cooking meals together in the large kitchen and gathering around the wood-burning fireplace. We formed memories that will last a lifetime! Thank you David and Sharon for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Nov 16, 2023

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

Stunning + Exceptionally Peaceful

Our family was celebrating a birthday and our wish was for time and space, together. This stunning property with its beautiful, modern design, airy but cozy spaces and deep connection to the lake, light and old growth trees was beyond expectation. We cooked, made fires, played cards, explored the surrounding woods and, happily, did little else. We skipped rough plans for a local dinner one night, no one wanting to leave and preferring instead to cobble together a meal at the broad kitchen island. Mostly we spent days shifting around among the home’s many perches and nooks - the reading chair on the catwalk, the steel fireplace that anchors the living room, the adirondacks by the lake, the four bunk room that feels like a treehouse, the hot tub. Every space was designed with incredible thoughtfulness and intent. This place is a gift. An escape to nature with exceptional comfort and midcentury design delights around every corner. Thank you, Sharon and David for sharing your incredible home. The feeling as we regrettably packed up was - grateful. We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

joan g.

Oct 12, 2023

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

Perfection

Beautiful, immaculate , well-appointed house .. Thoughtful and helpful hosts Our second perfect stay at this lovely property!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Sep 14, 2023

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

Beautiful!

Don’t hesitate to choose this beautiful property!

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev G.

Aug 22, 2023

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

Gorgeous family retreat

Our family had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home. The location was wonderful, on a quiet Squam Lake cove and only a 5 minute drive from Center Harbor. The design of the house was amazing, with communal areas being open and inviting with the best views of the lake. Bedrooms were well laid-out and accommodating. It was a real treat to stay there!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Rose

I'm an author and product designer.

Why they chose this property

The home and its location is remarkable. It features 270-degree views of the water and expanses of glass that let the outside in.

What makes this property unique

Our cove is quiet and peaceful with clear water for swimming. There's some motorboat traffic, but mostly just canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and quiet fishing boats. There's little traffic on the dirt road leading to the property. There are many places to eat and grocery shop in nearby Center Harbor and Meredith.