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

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Little Bear Cottage, a charming two-bedroom retreat on Big Pea Porridge Pond's shores, offers a quintessential New Hampshire summer experience. Enjoy swimming, boating and playing horseshoes in the yard with gorgeous lake views from the large screened porch or back deck.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7783 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun
This smoke-free holiday home features a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

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 centre
  • 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
  • Snorkelling 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

47580

About the area

Map
Madison, NH

What's nearby

  • Saco River - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Kahuna Laguna - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 20 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Frye's Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Met Coffee House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Barley & Salt - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Conway Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of White Mountain National Forest and Madison Boulder Natural Area. Beach Area no. 2 and Beach Area #1 are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

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

9.4

Exceptional

8.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawna M.

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

An adorable little place

We Loved it here! It was a cute house in a quiet location. The whole trip was just a lovely peaceful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawna M.

Adorable house in a great spot

This was a cute little place in a nice quiet spot. We enjoyed being right on the lake. The yard was a good size with a fire pit and horseshoes. The bed setup in the second room was as described, but picture was outdated. Living room furniture has changed too. We would definitely stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Cherie G.

Great little place

It was the perfect fall getaway
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Perfect little cottage

Perfect little cottage in the perfect location with great amenities and very clean.
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10/10 Excellent

Kirstie H.

NH vacation

Amazing! Just do it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

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
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6/10 Okay

Rebecca G.

Beautiful view

Beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

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
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8/10 Good

Ken B.

Nice Cottage On The Lake

Kids loved the lake. They were out there everyday catching Bass, Pike and Catfish. Kids loved the Kayaks. They didn't want to leave.

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Inexpensive Waterfront Retreat

Good privacy. Great location. Close enough to town with easy access and far enough away from downtown tourism noise. Clean and comfortable. Plenty of room for a couple or small family. Great lake frontage and dock. At this price point the place is a super bargain.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bianca c.

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

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
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8/10 Good

Gregory C.

Rustic with amazing views

The stay was definitely cleaned as well as local housekeeping could, but there were larger "deep cleaning" issues. The view was amazing, just a couple of items of furnishing were in disrepair (a broken chair, a few nonoperational window coverings) and the walls were dingy.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph d.

Fantastic location and views

The pond.. steps away from the house and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN e.

Stay on the lake

The place was great. Right on the lake. Private beach area. Inside was a nice set up. Would rent again. Only complaint was no shade in one of the bedroom windows. For sleeping in and private that needs to be fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great lake house

My stay was great. Just a couple of things.. there is only a double bed w a bunk above in the second bedroom. Not the other bed, like in the pictures. It was fine for us, but just an FYI. There is a wall ac unit that works very well, w remote. It took a little bit to figure it out, tho. It wouldve been nice to have an info packet on how to use that, n also the fireplace remote. And local places to go.Very close to a general store, little further (20 min) to a walmart. A map to get in and out of the developement would've been nice. My GPS sent me all over, where my cousins got right here in 3 turns. Overall, absolutely loved it. Not seaweedy/rocky to walk into the lake. Jumping off the dock. Very quiet lake, hardly anyone on it. Glass water every day. Very private. Canoe is huge n heavy, seats for 2. One kayak is pretty good. Recommend buying floats, like river tubes. Plenty of life jackets n paddles. Fire pit is large. Oh, there is a horseshoe pit too! Screened in porch is a great, but bring bug spray, bc its torn up in areas. Also not in the ad, there is the tv in the living room, but, both rooms also have one. I only used the main one w my netflicks the last day. I will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

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
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10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Cute and Clean

Great location on the pond. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Spacious porch. Only recommendations I have are to have somewhere to hang towels in the bathroom (the only hooks were inside the shower) and to supply some dish towels and a teapot in the kitchen. Would definitely come back! Nice spot!
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10/10 Excellent

Homer A.

Perfect Lakeside Getaway

Perfect location on beautiful Pea Porridge Lake, with is own little beach and dock! We visited during fall foliage season and loved being able to kayak or canoe each evening on the peaceful lake. Close enough to the shops and restaurants of North Conway but secluded enough to get away from the crowds. The cottage itself was very clean and cozy, bathroom and bedrooms recently renovated with very comfortable beds and good linens. Good wifi, everything worked well. We'll be back!

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B., Hooksett NH, USA

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Nistelle S.

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

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