BOAT-ACCESS 3 BDR Cabin~Private Beach~Screen Porch

Tucked on Bear Island without a road in sight, this lakefront cabin is only reachable by boat. You’ll have your own private beach, a wraparound screened-in porch, and a dock that opens to 72 square miles of water. Inside: room for 8, real beds, hot showers, and space for late-night card games. Take the boat out for ice cream, hike to church, or swim 'til dinner. No boat? - we’ll help you get here!

Sleep
✓ 2 queen bedrooms
✓ Loft with 1 queen + 2 twins
⎯▹ Smart TVs, premium linens, blackout curtains, fans

Eat
✓ Full kitchen with lake-facing window
⎯▹ Cooktop, microwave, dual coffee pot, potable water
✓ Dining table on screened porch
⎯▹ Propane + charcoal grills, basic cookware, outdoor seating

Refresh
✓ 1 full bath with tub
✓ 1 half bath
⎯▹ Towels, lake-friendly soaps, outdoor rinse area

Chill
✓ Wraparound screened porch with lake views
⎯▹ Dining table, card games, lounge chairs, breezy and bug-free

Work
✓ No dedicated desk space
⎯▹ Wi-Fi avail (island-dependent), table seating inside and on porch

Extras
✓ Washer + dryer in detached bunkhouse
⎯▹ AC units, no dishwasher, portable fans

Outdoor
✓ 40-ft dock + mooring
✓ Private sandy beach and fire pit
⎯▹ Adirondack chairs, trail access from yard, wooded lot

Experience Overview

✓ Fully boat-access — no roads, no cars
✓ 40-ft private dock, sandy beach, mooring
✓ Host can help arrange transport if you don’t have a boat
✓ Lake trail access out back to Red Trail + St. John’s Church
✓ Dog-friendly, with gear stash in bunkhouse
✓ Peaceful, wooded lot with direct water access
✓ Quick boat rides to Meredith, Center Harbor, and Weirs Beach

Nearby Things to Do ~

✓ Red Trail ⎯▹ 2 min walk
⎯▹ Leads to St. John's Church and circles the island

✓ St. John's Church ⎯▹ 10 min walk
⎯▹ Historic chapel, open Sundays in summer

✓ Swimming + fishing ⎯▹ From your dock
⎯▹ Calm water, sandy bottom, clear access

✓ Center Harbor ⎯▹ 12 min boat
⎯▹ Kayak rental, groceries, café

✓ Meredith Bay ⎯▹ 15 min boat
⎯▹ Dining, shops, farmers market, town docks

Nearby Dining ~

✓ Gusto Italian Café (Center Harbor) ⎯▹ 12 min boat
⎯▹ Breakfast, espresso, casual pasta plates

✓ Town Docks (Meredith) ⎯▹ 15 min boat
⎯▹ Burgers, seafood, dock dining

✓ Lago (Meredith) ⎯▹ 15 min boat
⎯▹ Upscale lakeside dining with boat access

✓ Rubbin Butts Smokehouse (Center Harbor) ⎯▹ 12 min boat
⎯▹ Smokehouse

FAQs

➤ Can I work remotely?
Yes, but Wi-Fi is weather-dependent. Best for unplugged stays.

➤ What if I don’t have a boat?
Patricia can help arrange transport — just let her know before you book.

➤ Are dogs allowed?
Yes — bring your pup. Just no dogs on beds, and pick up in the yard.

➤ Is the water drinkable?
Yes, potable water is provided in the home.

➤ Any quirks?
No roads, no dishwasher, and you’ll carry your gear from the boat. Bring your own linens. That’s the charm.

❤️ Meet Your Host

Hosting guests from around the world is my full-time passion, and I love creating curated spaces where memories are made. I'm always just a call or text away and look forward to helping you feel right at home. If there's anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Your host,
—Patricia

Guest Access
✓ Entire home, beach, dock, bunkhouse laundry
✓ Easy trail access from the property
✓ Fire pit and grills on-site

Getting Around
✓ Bring your own boat or arrange a ride with Patricia
✓ Boat ride: 10–15 min to Center Harbor or Meredith

Guest Interaction
✓ I live off-site but available by message
✓ She responds quickly and can help coordinate arrival

Other Notes
✓ No dishwasher
✓ Island terrain means you'll carry gear from the dock — pack smart & bring your own linens.