[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work Vacation home in New Durham with a fitness center and a hot tub ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120867800/120867769/c4e1b4f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120867800/120867769/95263d9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120867800/120867769/5ba9d348.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120867800/120867769/580a60bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120867800/120867769/3d5386fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Gym - Hot tub - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work Waterfront Vacation Rental near Alton Bay, NH – Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Kayaks & Coffee Station Welcome to The Blue Lotus, your private waterfront retreat near Alton Bay, New Hampshire. Perfect for a romantic getaway, family vacation, or group retreat, this dog-friendly smart home blends modern amenities with the natural beauty of Marchs Pond. Exclusive Waterfront Living Enjoy 300 feet of private waterfront with a sandy bottom—ideal for swimming, lounging, and water play. Take out the two complimentary kayaks for a peaceful paddle, or simply relax and soak in the views. Evenings are best spent around the outdoor fire pit, sharing stories under a brilliant star-filled sky. Comfort & Style • 3 queen bedrooms + 2 full bathrooms (sleeps up to 6) • Spacious open-concept living and dining with water views • Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, utensils, and essentials for family meals • Dedicated coffee station with pods for your morning ritual • High-speed 1 Gig Wi-Fi for streaming, gaming, or remote work Luxury Amenities • Private hot tub for 4–5 guests with waterfront views • Smart home features: Alexa-enabled music, lighting, and thermostats • Smart TVs with Firestick & streaming apps • Bluetooth speakers in every bathroom for spa-like relaxation • Entertainment lounge with pool table, billiards, and premium sound system Outdoor Bliss • Expansive multi-level deck with panoramic water views • Outdoor grill with utensils for barbecues and cookouts • Fire pit for cozy gatherings by the water • Screen house for shaded relaxation • 2 complimentary kayaks for your water adventures • Dog-friendly with approval and small fee Perfect for All Seasons • Summer: swimming, kayaking, fishing (NH rules apply) • Fall: brilliant New England foliage reflected on the water • Winter: hot tub soaks and cozy fireplace evenings after skiing nearby • Spring: birdwatching, wildlife, and peaceful getaways Location – Privacy Meets Convenience Just minutes from Alton Bay shops and dining, yet tucked away for complete privacy, this home offers the best of both worlds: a secluded waterfront retreat with easy access to Lakes Region attractions and outdoor activities. Book Your Stay Experience the perfect blend of modern luxury, pet-friendly comfort, and New Hampshire waterfront adventure. Book today and create lasting memories at The Blue Lotus. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Gym - Kayak - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73490000/73480300/73480213/c67c4575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW Lakeside Haven: Sleeps12| HotTub |Private Dock Alton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=73480213&PinnedHotelID=73480213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117230000/117221300/117221218/1db6d8a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lake Escape - A Cozy Lakeside Cabin - Sleeps 8 - Grill, Kayak, Firepit Wolfeboro - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=117221218&PinnedHotelID=117221218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55570000/55569700/55569667/5b80cc5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Lakefront Home sleeps 14 with dock. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=43.465202,-71.12215&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:sdihGl%60bqL%3FU%3FU%40S%3FW%40U%40S%3FUBU%40S%40U%40UBSBUBSBUBSBSBUDSDSBSDSDSDSDSFSDSFQFSDQHQFQFSFQHQFOHQFQHOHQJOHOHOHOJMHOJOJKJOJMJMJMJKJMLKJKLKLIJKLKLILILILILILGLGNILGLGLENENELELGNENCLCNCNCNCLCNANANCN%3FLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40L%40NBNBNBLBNBNBLDNFLDNDLDNDLFLFLHNFLFLHLHLHLHLHJJLJLHJJLJJJJLLJJLJLJLJNJJHNJNHLJNHNHNHNHPHNHPFPHNHPFPFRFPFPFPFRDPFRDRFRDRDRBRDRDRBRDTBRBRBTBRBT%40R%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%40R%3FT%40V%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTAT%3FTARATATATCRATATCRCRCTCTCPETCRETERCREPERGRERGREPGRGPGRGPGPGPIPIPGPININIPINININKNINKLINKLKLKLKLKLMJKLKJMJKJMJMJKHMHMJMFMJMFMHOFMFMFMFOFMDODMDODMDOBOBMDO%40OBOBMBO%3FOBO%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOAOCO%3FOCMCOCOAOEMCOCOEMEMEOEOEMGMGMGOGMGMIMGMKMGMKMIMIKKMKMKKKMKKMKKKMKMKMKMKMKOIMKOIOIOIOKOIQIOGOIQGQIQGQGQGQISEQGSGQESGSESESEQESCSEUESCUCQCUCUCSCSCUAUASAUCU%3FUASAU%3FUAU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jp39-TLEPshdhvit_WAR5b-UIus=) New Durham, NH #### What's nearby - Marchs Pond - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Alton Town Beach - 20 min drive - 17.5 km - Lake Winnipesaukee - 21 min drive - 18.3 km - Merrymeeting Lake - 33 min drive - 21.5 km - Gunstock Mountain Resort - 44 min drive - 41.8 km #### Getting around - Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬24 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Sandy Point Beach Resort - ‬19 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive - ‪Johnson's Market Place - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Private NH Waterfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, Family & Remote Work located? > Situated in New Durham, this vacation home is steps from Marchs Pond and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Merrymeeting Lake. 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