Cozy Lakefront Retreat on Winnekeag Lake – Peaceful Year-Round Getaway
Nestled at the end of a quiet, wooded road, this rustic yet comfortable lakefront home offers the perfect mix of serenity, nature, and New England charm. With lake views through cedar and maple trees, radiant heated floors in sunroom. A cozy gas-fired brick fireplace, it’s the ideal spot to unwind in every season.
The Space
Wake up to sunrise views over Winnekeag Lake, which you can see right from bed. The open floor plan connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, creating a warm, inviting space for gathering. The living room features a 14-foot half-cathedral ceiling, a beautiful all-brick gas fireplace, and wide pine floors with a comfortable seating area perfect for relaxing by the fire.
The sunroom faces the lake with windows on three sides, filling the space with natural light. It’s a favorite spot for morning coffee or cozy evenings, with radiant heated floors, couches for lounging, and shelves stocked with puzzles, books, and games. The dining area features a lovely wooden table where you can enjoy home-cooked meals or takeout from one of the area’s excellent local eateries.
Guest Access
Guests have full access to the home and lakefront. In summer, enjoy swimming, fishing, or paddling with kayaks and canoes. In winter, it’s the perfect home base for cozy nights by the fire after a day on the ski slopes. A washer and dryer are conveniently located in the foyer.
Nearby Attractions
Wachusett Mountain – 26 minutes
Mount Sunapee – 1.5 hours
Mount Snow – 1 hour 40 minutes
Dunn State Park – 15 minutes
Mount Monadnock & Mount Watatic – great nearby hikes
Great Wolf Lodge – 20 minutes (family fun year-round)
Cushing Academy – 10 minutes (with public ice skating rink)
Smith’s Country Cheese & Creamery – 26 minutes
Local Favorites
Spice & Grain – a charming specialty market and coffee taproom offering organic groceries, fresh pastries, and espresso drinks.
Mill No. 3 Farmstand – a local favorite for gourmet groceries, oils, and vinegars—enjoy your deli sandwich in their sunny greenhouse café.
SS Lobster LTD – a fantastic seafood restaurant and fish market with fresh local catches, excellent prices, and generous portions.
The Setting
Set among peaceful wetlands and forest, the property feels worlds away while still being close to charming downtown shops and restaurants. Wildlife sightings are common—great blue herons, loons, and deer often pass through.
Perfect For
Romantic lake getaways
Family vacations
Ski weekends
Writers’ or artists’ retreats
Year-round relaxation in nature
*owner's suite in basement (rarely occupied)
