Title: Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917500/87917420/f3feba56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917500/87917420/83cfdeca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917500/87917420/23e13f1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917500/87917420/239e6ab6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917500/87917420/7a420f58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook, Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! provides a water park, a firepit, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102230 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! Welcome to our beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom split level home located in a private neighborhood in Gilford. Our home is the perfect retreat for families or groups looking to enjoy all that the Lakes Region has to offer. The house boasts a large media room, perfect for movie nights or game days. Step outside to find a spacious deck with seating and a grill, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. The private yard also features a fire pit, perfect for roasting marshmallows and enjoying the cool New Hampshire evenings. Our home is conveniently located within walking distance of Lake Winnipesaukee and the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion and is just a quick drive to Gunstock and Weirs Beach. Whether you're looking to spend your days on the water, hiking the trails, or just relaxing and enjoying the fresh air, our home has something for everyone. We can't wait to host you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,230 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106727900/106727896/9c3cfa3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake, grill, s'mores, hike, golf! 4Bd 2.5Bath Gilford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews CA $316 CA $870 total includes taxes & fees Nov 13 - Nov 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=106727896&PinnedHotelID=106727896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88140000/88136600/88136545/ccbcb6fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Home Private Pool/Hot Tub Near Meredith Center Meredith - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=88136545&PinnedHotelID=88136545&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33546200/33546169/31b99995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moultonborough 4BR,2400SF,Suissevale,3 Bath, 1/2 ml-Beach, 3 ml Castle in Clouds Moultonborough - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=33546169&PinnedHotelID=33546169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113500000/113496600/113496520/2587d442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Stone Cottage - Amazing Design, Game Rm, Beach Moultonborough - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=113496520&PinnedHotelID=113496520&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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.59231%2C-71.41941&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pdyxPGuKqt7PA1M7ISsV5tKAO38=) Gilford, NH #### What's nearby - Lake Winnipesaukee - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 4 min drive - 2.2 km - Weirs Beach - 6 min drive - 5.1 km - Winnipesaukee Pier - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Gunstock Mountain Resort - 14 min drive - 12.9 km #### Getting around - Tilton Station - 23 min drive - Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 4 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Breeze - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dox On Winnipesaukee - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cackling Crow Tavern & Grille - ‬7 min drive - ‪Alamo Texas Bar-B-Cue & Tequila Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! located? > This family-friendly Gilford vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee, Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook. Scene One Gilford Cinema 8 and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gilford Central Retreat - For all your Vacation Needs! Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer l. Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Private location but close to the beach & pier. The property is big & clean ##### Jennifer l. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian W. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded & Roomy Set back and secluded location made for quiet stay. Plenty of room to spread out in or outside. Couple of cons were: 1) some parts of house was musty & damp 2) master bedroom had the WORST bed I’ve ever slept on Close to the local attractions (via car) ##### Brian W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen K. Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In town for wedding Was in town for a wedding with my wife and 6 children (ages 17 to 28). House was clean and plenty of room. Communications and check in were seamless ##### Stephen K. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayla L. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot A perfect spot for family and friends! Private, clean, easily accessible, superb communication! ##### Kayla L. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane R. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Fun Great place, really comfortable clean and great location. ##### Diane R. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Reunion Convenient and comfortable ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noah G. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome The house was everything it was advertised to be ##### Noah G. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John V., Simcoe, Ontario, Canada Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Crew Quarters! We stayed there while sailboat racing on the lake for 4 days. The place was perfect for us. Lots of room for four guys and all of our stuff. Thanks to our hosts! ##### John V. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda N. Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Just enjoyed a second vacation week at Gilford Central Retreat and again thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this comfortable home. We had 5 adults and 2 children in our group and there was plenty of space for all our needs. The large deck was awesome and we spent most evenings playing games or watching movies in the media room. The launch for our boat was minutes away as is the NH Pavillion. We highly recommend a stay at this wonderful home! ##### Linda N. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah T. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and Neat This house was perfect for our trip to New Hampshire. We were looking for a house near our excursion. It was clean and had everything we needed or wanted. We will definitely try to book this location again! ##### Sarah T. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Laurie C. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Great location We stayed here for 4th of July with our kids and grandkids. There was an issue that the property manager tried to resolve. It did impact our stay but I do believe she did what she could to make it up to us. The house is spacious and perfect for big families. The master bed is very comfortable. The location can’t be beat. It’s very close to the Bank of NH Pavillion if you want to see a show. Plenty of shops and restaurants in the area. The outside patio couch was dirty and no amount of scrubbing made it something we wanted to use. The backyard is surrounded by woods so the deck was covered in leaves, dirt, and bugs. Again, something that really can’t be helped due to the woods. I would advise if staying in the summer you make sure that they have installed the ACs like the listing suggests. ##### Laurie C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna C. Aug 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chris Stapleton Nick was a breeze to reach We went for a concert and stayed 4 days Amazing hikes and dinners Will stay again ##### Donna C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott V. Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for Concerts and Weirs Beach Booked this house for a concert at Bank of NH pavilion and some cruising on the Mt Washington at Weirs Beach. House was clean and had plenty of room. Wish I had more quests to share it with.. There is plenty of room for more than 2…. Thanks Nick ##### Scott V. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda N. Jul 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat Nestled in the woods on a quiet street, this home comfortably fit our families needs. The children really enjoyed the media/game room and the spacious deck was lovely. We found the kitchen well equipped and there was plenty of living space for all to enjoy. Nick and Sam were so kind and quick to respond to all communications. We highly recommend staying at this vacation home. ##### Linda N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica I. Jul 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly what we wanted My family and I which consisted of five adults and four children stayed for three nights. There was plenty of space and everything was clean. It was a very short, easy, drive down to the beach and easy to get to local shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay again! ##### Jessica I. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin S. Feb 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House The house was big and had everything we needed and the hosts we very responsive! ##### Erin S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim O. Feb 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. Large house. ##### Kim O. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luba V. Jan 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New Year gateway in Gilford From planning through departure at the end of our stay this has been an easy, pleasant experience. The views, quiet setting, privacy and accommodations were worth every penny. The guest bedrooms are separate from the master bedroom. Each had very nice bathrooms and plenty of towels. If you're looking for a quiet place with amazing views and no ambient lights, you just found it. The only weather were not cooperating- rainy New Year eve ##### Luba V. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly T. Nov 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Definitely rent again The property was very clean , and close to things to do or to just relax. Nick was very easy to work with . I would recommend this property! We will definitely rent again if availability allows . Kim ##### Kimberly T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Jul 4, 2024 ##### Maria Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024