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Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1275 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Alton, NH
  • Halfmoon Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Upper Suncook Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alton

On lake.At this Alton vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Halfmoon Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Suncook River. Upper Suncook Lake and Belle Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Halfmoon Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Upper Suncook Lake - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Merrymeeting Lake - 19 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 37 min drive - 23.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 34 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shibley's At The Pier - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jack's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alton Village Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Johnsons's Seafood & Steak - ‬12 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.

Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC

Lake-front cottage, 3 Bedrooms, A/C, Dock, Sandy Beach.

Special pricing for this new listing.

Enjoy the new kitchen, deck, heating, AC, high-speed WiFi, gas grill, use of 3 kayaks , smart tv, washer and dryer during your stay. Linens, bath towels, and beach towels are provided.

Lake Winnipesaukee and Alton Bay are 7 miles.


The Loon Nest on Halfmoon Lake is waiting for you at this charming 3-bedroom water-front cottage with a dock and beach in a family friendly setting.

Halfmoon Lake is 283 acres, spring fed with large and small mouth bass, horned pout, and perch. We take pride in our two resident loons and occasional babies. Enjoy the lake's wildlife with our bald eagles soaring above as well as a muskrat that swims by a couple times a day.

The lake front at the cottage has a shallow entry to the lake, ideal for small children. The depth at end of dock is less than 4 feet. A sandy beach is right on the property.

Boats can be brought and tied on the left side of the dock. There are two boat launches on the lake.

Please note that a separate dock has a Float Plane that is shared with the property and is used by a couple of pilots occasionally. Please inquire if you would like to go for a Float Plane ride and share the expenses during your stay.

Alton Bay is 7 miles, Wolfeboro 16, Laconia 19 and Concord 24.

This property is licensed and inspected for Short Term Rental with the Town of Alton and registered with the State of NH. Don’t let your vacation be ruined by staying somewhere unlicensed. NH License #105602 and Alton STR License #2025-001

We hope you enjoy what the Loon Nest and Halfmoon Lake has to offer.

Other details to note:

The depth at end of the dock is less than 4 feet. Diving is strictly prohibited.

Swimming and other water recreation is inherently risky. By reserving this property, you are acknowledging this risk and are responsible for any injuries or losses incurred by swimming or participating in or using any water recreational items including by not limited to floats, kayaks, boats or any other recreational water vehicle or device.

Property manager

Richard Dame

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,275 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 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 deadbolt lock
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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC to the airport?

This vacation home is 22 mi (32-min drive) away from the Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC to the beach?

This vacation home is 7 mi (12-min drive) from Alton Town Beach and 17.4 mi (27-min drive) from Northwood Lake Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC to downtown Alton?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi away from Alton.

Charming 3-bedroom cottage on Halfmoon Lake in Alton with Dock, Beach, WiFi, AC Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dottie-Jean B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an incredible stay at The Loon’s Nest! Everything was great from the moment we arrived: check-in was a breeze and we enjoyed a complimentary welcome bottle of wine on the back deck overlooking the gorgeous lake! We had everything we needed for our stay and the entire cottage was very clean and had all new appliances. We definitely took advantage of being right on the water, using the kayaks provided and taking in the amazing views! I would recommend Loon’s Nest to anyone looking for a summer getaway on a quieter lake that’s still close to all the attractions of the surrounding Lakes Region. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025