Tucked away between Gunstock Mountain and Lake Winnipesaukee, Hidden Creek Cottage offers a serene year-round retreat. Step onto the expansive deck for al fresco dining, gather around the fire pit for s'mores and stories, or unwind in front of the gas fireplace.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6864 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains
Nestled between Gunstock Mountain and Lake Winnipesaukee, Hidden Creek Cottage is your perfect year-round getaway. This airy, sun-filled 864 sqft home features high ceilings, a newly updated kitchen, gas fireplace, central air, king size bed, and laundry. Step outside onto a brand new expansive deck built for outdoor dining and entertainment, make your way down to the fire pit for stories and s'mores and enjoy the sunset while listening to the tranquil sounds of our hidden creek.
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Gunstock Acres is a private community set within quiet, tree-lined streets and located less than one mile from Gunstock Mountain and Campgrounds. Hiking trails and mountain winter activities are right around the corner, and an expansive beach at Ellacoya State Park on Lake Winnipesaukee is less than 10 minutes away.
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Hidden Creek Cottage is a bright oasis within the New Hampshire lakes region. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the living area fill the space with natural light. The kitchen has been newly renovated with white quartz countertops, white cabinets, and stainless steel appliances perfect for your culinary needs. The primary bedroom boasts a king bed with a memory foam mattress and an ensuite half bath. All bedrooms are equipped with room-darkening curtains to ensure your sleep is as peaceful as your surroundings. Curl up next to the fireplace in the living room with your loved ones, dine al fresco on the newly built deck, gather around the fire pit for endless conversation, and enjoy the peaceful view of the creek within the woods surrounding the home. The washer and dryer are located in the full bathroom and available for your use throughout your stay.
Our neighborhood is great for hiking, bicycling, and walking to scenic views of both Gunstock and Lake Winnipesaukee. We recommend your car to get around for activities, dining and ordering food (not many delivery options, so you may need to pick it up).
We are a pet-friendly home! Limit 1 pet per reservation. Please indicate whether or not you plan to bring your pet at booking, as there is an additional $150 pet fee required. There is a security camera on the motion lights on the front of the house that monitors the driveway, street, and some of the front yard. NO GUNS/FIREARMS ON THE PREMISES! No weapons of any kind are permitted anywhere on the property.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In the mountains
On a lake
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Gilford, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Ellacoya State Park and Gunstock Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Winnipesaukee and Ahern State Park. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are also worth visiting. Visit our Gilford travel guide
Is Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ellacoya State Park, Gunstock Mountain Resort, and Gunstock Mountain Coaster. Lake Winnipesaukee and Scene One Gilford Cinema 8 are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains Reviews
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What a wonderful time we had staying here! The house was just as pictured and very clean! We visited the area for skiing at Gunstock and you honestly can’t get any closer to the mountain - it was perfect! Alex was so accommodating as a host and was responsive to all our needs! Will be back again in the future!
We absolutely loved our stay here. It was clean and quite cute. They had all of the basics that we needed for a night with kids and adults. The hosts were communicative and helpful. 5 stars all around!
Charming, clean and lovely place to stay. Owners were very easy to communicate with. Place was gorgeous. We had a great time. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!!!
The house was perfect for our little family! Very warm house, fireplace worked wonderful! Beds were comfy. Towels/linens were very soft. Home was clean and layout was perfect!
This was a really great find and a nice stay. We were 6 adults and and one dog but the house is set up nicely and we loved the fireplace and the fire pit. Kitchen had a lot of essentials and we had a great time.
The house and property were perfect for our family of 5 (+dog)! Exceptionally clean and we felt perfectly at home. Will recommend to family & friends in the future if they are in the area.
Loved this house, wish it was my own! Very clean, up to date, cozy, has everything you need for a stay. Location was very close to Gunstock Mountain. We enjoyed staying in at night with the fireplace on and watching a movie or reading. Would love to return in the summer.
This was a perfect house for my family of 4. Everything was fully stocked and the location was perfect from everything. Would definitely Recommend and will be back next year!
This VRBO cabin/house is in a great location, close to the main road. You can tell that it has been well taken care of and is very clean. There are plenty of towels, dishes, kitchen and laundry items stocked. We appreciated how the owners thought through their guests stay. I highly recommend this hidden cottage.
This check in process was seamless and the property is very well decorated and clean. The house was well stocked with utensils, plates, paper towels etc.. so you can really make yourself at home. The fireplace is also a great feature.
House was cozy and exactly what we were hoping for. We really enjoyed the fireplace and place had a great deck. Definitely cannot beat the location as we stayed for a ski weekend and Gunstock is less than a 2 minute drive. Entire experience was wonderful and we will look to rent this spot again in the future. Thank you.
We had an awesome time staying at the Hidden Creek Cottage. The place was spacious, cozy, welcoming, with all the items expected as we were staying in a private hotel. There was a group of 6 in town to attend a wedding this was hands down better than getting a hotel room. We all loved it!!!
We had a girls weekend here and had the most wonderful time! The house is adorable and everything was extremely clean and well maintained. The kitchen was surprisingly well stocked for a rental, the only thing that we couldn't find was a rubber spatula! That was no problem though! We loved the outdoor table on the deck and the fireplace in the living room. The little dishwasher was also great to have, it was nice not having to do a lot of dishes on vacation. The property manager was also very responsive to any questions we had. Highly recommend this cottage!
We had a great stay at Alex and Amanda's property for a summer getaway. The house is close to a state park beach, hiking trail, and Gunstock for various activities. We also took the advantage of the firepit and it was totally a highlight of our trip. Communication was prompt and the hosts were very nice to accommodate our requests.
The house is not very big but has everything needed and actually organized and decorated in a very nice taste. The only suggestion we would like to make is that the bathroom may receive an update. The bathtub finishing was flaking off, and it somehow smelled when we checked in, not sure from the shower curtain or something else.
In summary, we really liked the place and thank you Alex and Amanda! We would like to come back in the winter for skiing!
This trip ended up being a guys trip for Sully, my GSD, and I to spend a week hiking and visiting old friends in the area. Upon arrival I quickly noticed the surrounding landscape and the front yard. The surrounding trees were perfect for what anyone would want from northern NH. The front yard and side yards were great to be outside and still have a little bit of open space. The deck and the fire pit were very well done and allows you to enjoy outdoors without having to leave the home. Inside was perfect for a small group of people, or Sully and I in this case. Open kitchen points out to the living room and very nice fireplace, which allowed me to utilize the TV and fire while I was cooking. Also, the windows in that space were great and allowed for plenty of tree views indoors. BTW, they had all the essential cooking items you would need from coffee, and the basics all the way up to oven essentials and more involved cooking/prep. I always hate it when you rent a nice place overall, including the kitchen, but NO basics to utilize it. All of the beds looked great. I happened to sleep in the master and the bed was very comfortable. The bathrooms were well maintained and looked nice. I did not need it, but it was nice knowing there was a washing machine available. All in all, I thought this place was great and will definitely be renting it again next trip out!