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Terrace/patio
Lake
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7783 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Madison, NH
  • Saco River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kahuna Laguna
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Saco River - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Kahuna Laguna - 18 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 20 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Black Cap Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Almost There Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Frye's Store - ‬15 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.

Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe

Little Bear Cottage

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Spend a quintessential New Hampshire summer at this cozy, two-bedroom cottage on the shores of Big Pea Porridge Pond, a lakefront retreat that comes with a private dock, a small private beach, as well as a canoe and kayaks to take out on the water whenever you please. This home is nestled among trees that become a spray of color each autumn, with gorgeous views of the lake that you can enjoy from the large screened porch, the back deck, and the picnic table in the yard. You'll be able to spend your days swimming, boating, playing horseshoes, and flipping burgers on the grill outside. As for the evening hours, you can roast marshmallows around the seasonal firepit, mix cocktails at the tiki bar in the screened porch, and curl up in front of the two TVs - one Smart TV and one flatscreen with a Roku - for a night of your favorite movies and shows.

What's nearby:
This lakefront home sits on the southern shore of Big Pea Porridge Pond in Eidelweiss Village, a community with five association beaches (including Thusis Beach just down the road). When you're not exploring Little, Middle, and Big Pea Porridge Pond by kayak, you'll be less than five miles south of downtown Conway, where you can meet up with the iconic Kancamagus Highway for a spectacular foliage drive in autumn. If you're visiting in winter, you'll have your choice of nearby ski slopes, including King Pine (eight miles south), Cranmore (11 miles north), and Attitash (18 miles northwest). You'll also be a few minutes' drive from the Conway Scenic Railroad and a wealth of tax-free outlet shopping in Conway and North Conway.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Window AC is available in the living room from Memorial Day to Columbus Day; fans are provided throughout the house
Kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets are provided

This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.

*Please note that this home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, with a Good Neighborhood Policy and quiet hours. Any violations (including those of maximum occupancy) can result in immediate eviction without refund.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details:




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of New Hampshire

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 783 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • No pets allowed

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 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

47580

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.6 mi (33-min drive) away from the Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprise birthday getaway

Went for my wife’s birthday. The cabin was clean and well-appointed. The bed and linens were very comfortable. The pond was large with plenty of space to fish and kayak. We really enjoyed the fire pit at night and looking at the stars. A very relaxing and quiet retreat, especially for those who love nature. Would book again, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Entire place needed a VERY deep cleaning job inside and out. Lots of mold, dirt, cobwebs, etc. Furniture, kitchen appliances, floors, bath, etc. were clean. No instructions for TV, DVD, heaters, etc. Dock broken. House itself was nice, great location, extremely quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great as advertised

The place is exactly as advertised. It's clean and comfy. The canoe and kayaks were great and the private lake access is awesome. It would be great if they had laundry (and a dishwasher, but now I'm getting picky).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Lake & private beach were beautiful. The listing says washer/dryer but not that you have to go into town so that is my only complaint that it should be changed to not available on site.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nistelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and peaceful little spot

We had a nice little stay at this cottage! The place was a little bit quirky and needed some very minor things to be fixed/repaired and it could have been just a little more clean(found some food on the floor that had been hidden under the cupboards and couch)but it met my expectations and it didn’t disappoint.The spot was very private and quiet like we wanted. Overall a good spot for families, especially those with young kids. Just a note for other parent's...there aren't locks up high on the doors to keep toddlers inside and they can open the slider door which goes to the porch where the screen is no longer really attached and the door to outside/to the water doesn't lock well. So we bought some door knob child safety covers to keep our little boys inside(2&3.) we also used a broom handle to keep the slider door from being opened. We left those covers behind for future families that may want them while staying there. Would absolutely book this cute little place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

We traveled down to NH for a few days to show our kids where we got married and goto to story land. We loved this little cabin, it was perfect for our family. It was equipped with everything we needed, plenty of extra towels and linens. The home was very clean upon arrival and we had 0 issues during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Nathaniel P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Moldy and Unavailable Contact

We would highly recommend against paying money to stay here. Upon arriving at the property, the front door deadbolt lock was not operational. We were able to gain access through the bathroom door. The bathroom had a large hairball and an incredibly dirty and moldy shower curtain. Trying to remain positive we continued to check the place only to find that the screened in porch had 4 broken screens, poorly duct taped up and the carpet was wet. Then, we headed to the bedroom to find every crevice in the paneling full of mold. Not only is my partner allergic to mold, it was disgusting. We weren’t able to sleep in the room, and had to sleep on the children’s bunk bed as well as in the living room. We tried for the duration of our three stay day to get Vacasa to help but each time the service reps said the “local team” would call us. They never contacted. We also tried to resolve the situation with VRBO and were told that the mold was only a “minor” risk to our health, not a “major” risk. So even though the place was in a condition that no one should have to pay a hefty amount to stay in, they didn’t help at all. FINALLY after a cumulative ~5 hours on the phone with both companies, Vacasa (still not the local team) ended up giving us a refund. We hope to save others from this miserable and unpleasant experience. Except for the private beach and lake - that was lovely, just disappointing that it is paired with a home in this condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B., Hooksett NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular view

1st week of September with temperatures in the 80’s. Couldn’t ask for better weather. When we entered the home we saw a spectacular view of the pond from the kitchen and living room. Perfectly bordered by the trees on either side it’s picture perfect. We had a wonderful stay floating in the pond and we even met a couple of kayakers. This is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chawntell M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Family Vacation

We absolutely loved the location of this house. The private beach and the view in the morning are just incredible. The house was big enough for our family of 6 to have a very comfortable stay. We spent many hours outside enjoying the pond and using the canoe and kayaks. I would rent this house again in a heart beat. I would love to see the foliage from here in the fall. Also great communication with vacasa and the property manager whenever we needed to discuss anything with them or ask a question. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay at this property, it’s perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Don’t Rent From Vasca

I checked in to the cottage on Saturday at 4 o’clock. I woke up on Sunday morning and a bear had gotten into the trash from the previous guests. The trash was filled with dirty diapers. The smell was horrific I couldn’t even stay outside on the deck without smelling feces and urine. I got a hold of Vasca at 8:30am and by 3 o’clock I had no answers. I had two kids with me and this was at the entrance of the cottage. So every time we enter to the cottage, we would pass a big pile of trash with at least 30 diapers it was disgusting. We had to leave. We could not stay the night. The smell was creeping into the cottage. I alerted Vasca that I was leaving. Nobody replied to me. I had to contact them on Monday to see what is going on. I asked them to refund me Sunday night, but they refused stating that trash pick up is on Sundays and Thursdays. No one showed up on Sunday. This is ridiculous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little bear cottage

Very cute private spot, kids loved the water and we enjoyed hanging on the lake in the kayaks and canoe. Place was clean and tidy but had its quirks, but so does every place. We would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for family

Stayed with our 3 kids , perfect spot on private beach with plenty of yard space. Appreciated the ac and cleanliness of home. Close drive to Conway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bianca c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great mountain getaway

Great place for a small group of friends or family to gather. Its on a lake with beautiful mountains surrounding it and a quiet and cozy atmosphere. Definitely a wonderful break from the city. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Location!

Loved the easy access to the water and kayaks! The horseshoe pit was a big plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

George Tracy R., Nashville, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness

Tucked away home on a peaceful pond

We loved our stay! Being so close to the water was so relaxing and being novice kayakers, we had plenty of time and space to practice. We were able to get to the White Mountains within 15 minutes for hiking and leaf peepin' but we spent the majority of our time on the pond exploring. We did see a loon and chipmunks and we grilled out a couple of times. The house was comfortable and we had plenty of room to spread out. We would definitely come back here next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rich D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Weekend for a Wedding

Stayed in this cabin to attend a family wedding in nearby Sebago, Maine. Cabin was clean and tidy with good accomodations for the 4 of us. Loved the lake access with use of the canoe and kayaks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne F., Johnston

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls vacation

It was very easy to navigate the website & find out what I was looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Erik L.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was great!

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike R., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely lakeside escape

Awesome house, totally private dock on lake and secluded location. Loved it! Grill was a little tricky to light- not all pilot lights worked but were able to light manually and literally everything else was A+
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day Weekend

We had a lovely time at this property for the Labor Day weekend. It was a perfect spot for our kids to play, swim, and fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lakeside stay

Great little property has everything you need - little beach, dock, grill, fire pit, screened-in porch, even fishing poles! Pea Porridge Pond is quiet and peaceful - many mornings there was even a loon on the pond. Very conveniently located to lots of hiking, inside and outside the white mountains. Property was clean and communication with the rental company was easy. Recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and clean property

There is nothing better than being right on the water! My kids loved walking down to the sandy beach area and swimming at the dock. The kayak and canoe were easy to access and use. The entire home was well appointed and very clean. We couldn't be happier with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G., Rockville

Liked: Cleanliness

20 Island Dr

great location. nice property and screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan M., Dedham

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Getaway

We enjoyed our mini getaway and the place was clean, quaint, great location and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage in the perfect location, even better than advertised!

Had a great vacation, perfect weather at the perfect cottage. Everything about this place was great. The home was clean and in great shape with everything you could need. The AC and wifi worked well. The screened in porch is where we ate our meals and hung out every day and evening. Having the private beach with the dock, kayaks and canoe really made this the perfect vacation for my family. I can't wait to go again. We had one small question and Pinkham Realty was quickly responsive and helpful. 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020