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The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C

Family-friendly stay near Loon Mountain Resort

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, a microwave, stove, and a toaster.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a couch, a coffee table, and a view of trees through large windows.
A hallway with a wooden ceiling, a welcome sign, a door with a window, shelves with various items, a table with a computer, and a sewing machine.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a cozy couch, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81855 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lincoln, NH
  • Place, Loon Mountain Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, White Mountain Express Gondola
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kancamagus Ski Lift
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln

In Lincoln .Within a 5-minute walk of this well-placed vacation home, you'll find White Mountain National Forest and Loon Mountain Resort. North Peak Express Ski Lift and East Basin Ski Lift are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Loon Mountain Resort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Little Sister Ski Lift - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seven Brothers Express Ski Lift - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • White Mountain Express Gondola - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kancamagus Ski Lift - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock Inn Station & Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paul Bunyan Room - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪American Legion Post 83 - ‬6 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.

The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C

Summer has arrived, bringing long, peaceful days and cool, breezy evenings on the deck. From glowing golden sunsets to the lush canopy of the surrounding forest, nature offers the ultimate mountain backdrop. There’s no better place to unwind, rejuvenate, and create lasting summer memories than the enchanting White Mountains.

Welcome to The Rustic Elk, our lil piece of heaven in the White Mountains, which we love dearly and hope you will too. Situated on the Black Mountain next to Loon, surrounded by trees, it offers enthralling views of Whaleback and Coolidge peaks and Mt. Moosilauke in the distant left. Feel the peace and tranquility that engulfs you as you step on to the deck or enjoy the fascinating views from the comfort of the living room, kitchen and dinning area.

Stroll down to the Loon Mountain Club and beautiful Pemigewasset river to soak up the mesmerizing beauty of the water flowing thru the river rocks with the mountains in the backdrop. Here you will also be able to partake in everything the Loon Mountain Resort has to offer. Hiking, biking, adventure center, gondola rides, disc golf, SPA, dinning and the list goes on. The Serendipity Loop trail is about a 10-15min walk from our home. Enjoy the cool evenings by the wood burning fire pit or enjoy the smaller one right on the deck..
You won't even need to leave the compound; however if you want to explore further, the Lincoln downtown offers even more things to do. Clark's Trading Post, Jean's Playhouse, Moose tours, Alpine Adventures aerial rope course, zip lining and off road tours and scenic, old fashioned train rides with Hobo railroad. Hot summer days are perfect for a trip to the Whale's Tale waterpark. Want to up the ante or celebrate a special occasion? Check out the Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train and don't forget to visit Chutters for some sumptuous chocolates, fudge and candy!

If you want to venture beyond Lincoln, North Woodstock downtown offers even more restaurants and quaint shops. Franconia Notch, Cannon Mountain, Flume Gorge, Echo lake are 20mins away.

Have an Electric Vehicle? Not a problem - There are 5 EV charging stations at the entrance of the Loon Mountain Resort!

Inclement weather, no worries. Back at the house, we have 3 floors of living space so there is room for everyone to spread out. Enjoy foosball, board games and puzzles. Snuggle up with a book, soak in the clawfoot tub or simply relax and enjoy the house and views. We have 4 smart TVs across the 3 floors so if that is your thing, we got you covered.

Every year, we create many warm memories, at The Rustic Ek Abode and hope you will too.

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Property amenities

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
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,855 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Primary renter must sign the enclosed rental agreement and provide a copy of their government issued ID within 48 hrs of reservation.
Must observe quiet time between 10pm - 6am. Only guests on the booking are allowed to access the property for liability reasons.
Failure to abide by the house rules and the rental agreement will result in cancellation of your reservation with no refund.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.6 mi (46-min drive) away from the Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.3 mi (21-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach.

Does The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C to downtown Lincoln?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from Lincoln.

The Rustic Elk: A Serene & Picturesque White Mountain Retreat by Loon with A/C Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Place was perfect, well cared for and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with nice mountain views. House was exactly as described and well stocked. Host was very communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chinmaya G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay. The property was exactly how it showed in description and pictures. The host was very active in managing questions and responding to any questions/requests during the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Perfect location, fabulous communication with owners, gorgeous view off the back deck, and perfect space for our preteen/teens in the basement. We will definitely be looking to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay, will definitely return!

Wonderful property! We love the multiple floors with separate spaces, and most of all, love the back deck with gorgeous view! This is our second time staying here, and will return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely property. Gorgeous views. Appliances, decor, furniture all very nice. Very clean. Shalaka was quick to respond when we had a few questions. Our group really enjoyed all the special touches the owners incorporated in the house and landscaping. Highly recommend this property for a great getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute and comfortable home! The owners clearly take pride in hosting as the property was well appointed and meticulously upkept. The location is great - just a few minutes away from the restaurants/shops in Lincoln as well as many great hiking spots. It was a wonderful place for our family to relax.The owners were very responsive, as this was a last minute booking, and attentive, as they reached out a number of times to make sure we had everything we needed. We definitely would recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tuulia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing weekend getaway

We had a great time in this wonderful house! Everything was just perfect and the view from the house was unbelievable. The host was super nice and the communication was very easy. Overall, we would definitely recommend the house to other families visiting the White Mountains area. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruchie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation ever!

Property was amazingly well kept with very spacious living for a family of 8. Property owner is very on top of things with quick responses to questions. Garbage removal was very convenient with our long stay of 2 weeks. We would definitely return again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a place!!

Absolutely loved our stay at the Rustic Elk!! A truly beautiful home and the view was unreal. Amazing service and communication from the host too. We all thought that the actual home was even better than it appeared in the listing, which speaks volumes. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property

This house was perfect for our stay! The views from inside and on the deck were amazing! We had to dodge some weather but that didn’t slow us down at all…so much around and the location was tough to beat. We did the Loon zip line, Saco River tubing, Cannon Tram, mini golf in town, 18 holes at The Jack course, the Flume Gorge, Whales Tale water park, and joined the Mountain Club for the pools and all the extras for teens which they loved, We grilled every night on the spectacular deck and even watching the weather move through the valley and mountains was a sight to see! We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

7 Person Trip!

Beautiful and clean house! Plenty of room for the 7 of us, huge living room area to relax at night after a long day out and about. Love the large deck overlooking the mountains. AC to keep the house cool. Having been to Lincoln many times, it's not always necessary to have a house with AC, but it's nice to know you have it if you need it. In the past, we have stayed in houses that got surprisingly hot. The host was excellent, great communication, responded quickly to a few questions I had during our stay. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain get-away

So the view from the back deck….. 10/10. Beautiful mountain back drop. Gorgeous stars at night. My family stayed at this cabin with another family. Plenty of space and beds with 3 floors of living space. It was a hot and sunny weekend. The split AC worked well, the bottom floor has no AC but was cool enough it really didn’t need an AC to be comfortable. Everything was very clean and as described. Easy communication with the hosts. Close to so many activities and outdoor adventures. Everyone had a great time, we wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for Highland Games

My family & I loved this home--the view is unsurpassed in all our years of renting get-a-ways. We enjoyed our walks to the Highland Games throughout the weekend--it is that close. Like/Love: ~ excellent communication with owners. Felt very much supported throughout our stay. ~ view - unsurpassed ~ spacious, clean and well stocked ~ 2 rented homes in a row that the light switches were market--yeah!!! So incredibly helpful. ~ a supply of teas where a delight!! ~ awesome spot for yoga on the deck--incredibly peaceful. Wishes: ~ the spiral staircase was fun...but not for people with mobility issues; fortunately, we also had a lower lever bedroom. ~ kitchen good for 1 cook only--but maybe that's a good thing! ~ wish we could have stayed longer--the foliage was just starting to turn. Looking forward to return as soon as possible. Thank you for a lovely weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved it!

We had a fantastic week at this home! It is very evident that Shalaka and Akash care about their guests and go the extra mile with a personalized welcome note, a few goodies, extra toiletries and emailed check-ins throughout the week to see if we needed anything. The home is very well kept and comfortable. We prepared most of our meals at the house and found everything we needed. The kitchen was well stocked and the grill on the deck was clean and in good working order. Speaking of the deck....this is where you will spend so much time because the view is phenomenal. The house is located in the perfect location, close to stores, restaurants, coffee and hikes, ice cream, and mini-golf yet tucked far enough away from it all to get the peace and quiet that makes a vacation great. We left New Hampshire will sore muscles from great hiking, but full hearts from such a great week. We are grateful to Akash and Shalaka for sharing their house with us. We would rent this house again in a heartbeat...it was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023