Title: Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114939311&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake ![Exterior - Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake (New Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114939400/114939311/531592fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake (New Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114939400/114939311/87554516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake (New Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114939400/114939311/569b8db2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake (New Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114939400/114939311/ab2c04dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake (New Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114939400/114939311/ede8df1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking, bicycling, and boating at this vacation home. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms2939 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake The Merrymeeting Lake Escape, a gorgeous lakefront stay with room for everyone — two living rooms, a bunkroom for the kids, and a private dock stocked with canoes and paddleboards. Swim in your own roped-off cove, grill with a view—right outside the back door. Sleeps 10\. Sleep ✓ Bedroom 1 – King bed ✓ Bedroom 2 – Queen bed ✓ Bedroom 3 – Double bed ✓ Bedroom 4 – Queen bed ✓ Bonus room – 2 bunk beds, large TV ⎯▹ Smart TVs Eat ✓ Full kitchen, open to dining area ⎯▹ breakfast bar, eat-in table, drip coffee maker ⎯▹ dishwasher, microwave Refresh ✓ 3 full baths ⎯▹ Shower/tub combos, bath linens provided Chill ✓ 2 living spaces w/ lake views ⎯▹ Cathedral ceilings, smart TV, board games Work ✓ Dedicated workspace ⎯▹ Fast wifi, plug access Extras ✓ Washer/dryer ✓ EV charger ✓ Parking for 4 vehicles & boat trailer ✓ Ceiling fans, exterior security cameras Outdoor ✓ Private dock w/ roped-off swim zone ✓ Fire pit, BBQ grill ✓ 2 canoes, 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards ⎯▹ Lounge seating, outdoor dining space Experience Overview ✓ Private lakefront w/ sandy-bottom swim zone ✓ 2 canoes, 2 kayaks, and 2 paddleboards ✓ Dock access for boating + fishing ✓ Wooded trail system nearby ✓ Two indoor living areas w/ views ✓ Outdoor fire pit, grill, and hammock ✓ Dedicated workspace + fast wifi ✓ Easy drives to ski, beach, and arcade Nearby Things to Do \~ ✓ Hiking Trails ⎯▹ 18 miles of wooded paths and lake views ✓ Alton Bay ⎯▹ 15 min drive ⎯▹ Lakeside dining, ice cream, boat rentals ✓ Gunstock Mountain ⎯▹ 20 min drive ⎯▹ Skiing, snowboarding, summer ziplining ✓ Wolfeboro ⎯▹ 20 min drive ⎯▹ Quaint shops, restaurants, lakefront strolls ✓ Weirs Beach ⎯▹ 30 min drive ⎯▹ Classic boardwalk, beach access ✓ Funspot Arcade ⎯▹ 30 min drive ⎯▹ Guinness-certified world’s largest Nearby Dining \~ ✓ Johnson\`s Seafood ⎯▹ 12 min drive ⎯▹ Fried clams, lobster rolls, sundaes ✓ Shibley’s at the Pier ⎯▹ 15 min drive ⎯▹ Waterfront patio and cocktails ✓ Nolan\`s Brick Oven Bistro ⎯▹ 20 min drive ⎯▹ Italian-American with lake views ✓ Full Belli Deli ⎯▹ 22 min drive ⎯▹ Bagels, sandwiches, salads to go ✓ Morrissey\`s Front Porch ⎯▹ 25 min drive ⎯▹ Local fave for breakfast and lunch FAQs ➤ Is this space suitable for remote workers? Yes, WiFi is fast and reliable and you’ll also have a dedicated workspace. ➤ Can I bring my dog? Sorry, no pets allowed ➤ Is the lake swimmable? Yes, the water is clear and there’s a sandy-bottom swim zone. ➤ Is the dock shared? It’s all yours! ➤ Is this property accessible in winter? Yes—the roads are plowed, though we recommend 4WD in the snow. ❤️ Meet Your Host Hosting guests from around the world is my full-time passion, and I love creating curated spaces where memories are made. I\`m always just a call or text away and look forward to helping you feel right at home. If there\`s anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out! Your host, —Patricia Guest Access ✓ Whole home + private yard and dock ✓ On-street parking for 3 cars ✓ Extra parking for trailer across the street Getting Around ✓ You’ll want a car for errands and outings ✓ Public boat launch nearby for your own gear Guest Interaction ✓ Host responds quickly via Airbnb ✓ Self-check-in with lockbox Other Notes ✓ Bring life jackets for kids ✓ No parties or events ✓ Security cams face outdoors only Merrymeeting is a peaceful community, so we do not allow parties or loud gatherings at this location. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 2,939 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114590000/114583400/114583361/c306af2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront family-friendly 4+ bedroom house on Little Squam Ashland - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=114583361&PinnedHotelID=114583361&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74620000/74615200/74615132/3e7babd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heated Pool, mins to Weirs Beach & Gunstock Mountain - Sleeps 13 Weirs Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=74615132&PinnedHotelID=74615132&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109460000/109450500/109450464/a8db1f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Winnipesaukee Condo w/ Beach Access! 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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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 358953 ## About the area Located in New Durham, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Gunstock Mountain Resort and Wolfeboro Abenaki Ski Area 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 Merrymeeting Marsh. Hampshire Pewter Co. and Stand Up Paddleboard NH 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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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious Waterfront Retreat on Merrymeeting Lake Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional