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Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee

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Exterior
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Gilford, NH
  • Popular LocationLake Winnipesaukee4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGunstock Mountain Resort11 min drive
  • AirportManchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)70 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee

Relax in your own lakefront house on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake, and only minutes away from Gunstock ski area. You will enjoy the quiet Smith Cove location and the convenient access to the popular restaurants and attractions of the Lakes Region in and around Laconia, Weirs Beach, Alton, and Meredith. Ideally suited for an escape at any time of the year, summer or winter!

Your vacation rental cottage will be completely furnished including cable TV. Just bring your groceries, towels and linens for two queen beds and one full sleep sofa. Enjoy a lake view, lake access, and private beach. Contact owner for details of sleeping accommodations dock not included 8.5% rooms tax is included

Summer rental rates are available by the week from May through October. At times we do have shorter stays available. Please call with your dates.

Winter rentals are available from November through April for a minimum two night stay or reserve for 7 days or longer and SAVE! Winter Renters: Get a FREE NIGHT when you reserve for 7 nights or more.

Pets are considered and allowed ONLY with prior approval from the owner. A nightly fee of $25 per pet will be charged.

Discounts available at nearby restaurants.

Minutes from Bank of NH Pavilion and Weirs Beach attractions including water-slides, arcades, mini-golf courses, bowling, boat rides, drive-in theater, batting cages, fireworks, go-karts, bumper cars, climbing wall, scenic train rides, bumper boats, Gunstock Mountain Adventure Park with ropes, aerial and zip line course, Mount Washington Cruises for a breakfast, lunch or dinner dance cruise around the lake; and a number of area restaurants for casual dining for families or a romantic lakeside candlelight dinner.

It is possible to book for less than 7 nights if available. Please reach out to the property owner by inquiring before booking.

Property manager

Bob Ruggiero

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional ski privileges on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please inquire

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Meredith Historical Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Winnipesaukee and Squam Lake. Kellerhaus and Funspot Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 3 min drive
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 4 min drive
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 5 min drive
  • Weirs Beach - 8 min drive
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 23 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Boardwalk Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
  • Tower Hill Tavern - 9 min drive
  • Wendy's - 6 min drive
  • T-BONES Great American Eatery - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smith Cove Lakefront Vacation Rental on Lake Winnipesaukee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook, and Ellacoya State Park. Paugus Bay and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nipmuc Lodge
Beautiful stay
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic time a little piece of paradise!
It was the most relaxing and quiet vacation that we have ever experienced. We barely left the property. We had our own private beach 🏖️, easy access to dropping our kayaks in the water and floating around in the water on our loungers for hours. We met some of the nicest people who were also staying in the other rentals next to us. If you do leave the property everything you would need is a very short drive. We loved our stay!❤️
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Tons of fun
Bob was a great host and the property was just as expected. Great stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Bob was great to deal with, check in was easy. My favorite part was the porch...you are right on the lake in a quiet cove. We had access to a small beach area with chairs, which was nice on a warm fall afternoon. We also enjoyed walking to the Lyon's Den. Cottage was clean and functional. The location on the cove was really nice and quiet.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H., Newbury

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
We loved our stay at Nipmuc Lodge and look forward to returning next year! We were just steps from the water, and the house had everything we needed for our vacation week. We kept the AC off and the windows up to enjoy the fresh air and lake sounds - absolutely beautiful! The kitchen is large enough for a few people to move around, and the living room has plenty of comfortable seating. The master BR has plenty of room, a tall bureau, and a large closet for storage. The front porch has screens for enjoying the fresh air, but we also brought beach chairs for sitting on the grass to enjoy the views. The location of the house is at the end of a dead end road and in a quiet cove for perfect relaxation. It is also very centrally located, so that we could easily get to Meredith, Laconia, and Alton, and there is also a nearby Walmart for picking up any items you need. Bob greeted us as we arrived and was available for questions as we settled in. He is a very experienced property owner, which means that house was very clean and the entire property is well maintained. Bob, thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
All the way from Florida
Excellent property, perfect location. Overall an amazing vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pisey B., Massachusetts, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Our family of four had a great time staying at Bob’s. The location is great! About 10 minutes from Gunstock and a great public outdoor ice skating rink. We had a grand time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside for New Years Eve
We had a wonderful stay at Smith Cove. Everything was very clean, and the kitchen was great for us as we did lots of cooking. Short drive to some hikes and to Gunstock, which we enjoyed. Bob was fantastic, very attentive and helpful, I'm sure the rental is fantastic in the summer, but we have a lovely quiet weekend for NYE!

8/10 Good

Ilise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
On Lake Vaca
Four of us stayed in a small cottage right on a cove of Lake Winnipesaukee with our pets. The cottage had two bedrooms up stairs both with queen beds. One room was fairly large with lots of closet space and the other was small with just a dresser. The downstairs had an eat in kitchen, bathroom, living room, and a nice screened in porch. In the downstairs was a sleeper sofa, so I believe you could have 6 people in the cottage, we had 4 adults. The porch was my favorite part of the cottage. You are right on the lake (in a small cove) and can sit on the sunny porch with your favorite beverage and watch the boats coming and going from the main part of the lake. The properly has access to a small beach (with chairs) and you can walk to the Lyons Den a decent restaurant that has water views. We brought a kayak and used it almost every day. Fay's boat yard is also in the same cove and you can rent boats from them. We didn't but if I would next time I come. Overall the cottage is maintained to be easily cleaned and functional with low pile rugs upstairs, vinyl plank flooring in the living room. The kitchen and bathroom were dated, but the eat in space seats 5 and was cute.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at the Inn at Smith's Cove cabins
Our family had a great time staying in Nipmuc Lodge. The cabin was very comfortable and the fact that I could keep our boat at a dock near to the cabin was a big plus. Bob was very accommodating from the start and throughout our stay. Thank you Bob!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020