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Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,

Beach vacation home with kitchen in New Durham

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A wooden dock with two Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a calm lake with a forested hill in the background.
A house with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to a second-story balcony.
A sunroom with a dining table, chairs, and large windows overlooking a lake.
A living room with a fireplace, a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A lake with clear water, surrounded by dense forest and a wooden dock.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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New Durham, NH
  • Place, Stand Up Paddleboard NH
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Winnipesaukee
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

New Durham

On the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Stand Up Paddleboard NH and 3 miles (5 km) of Rust Pond. Lake Winnipesaukee and Clark House Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stand Up Paddleboard NH - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Merrymeeting Lake - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 48.2 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 39 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lino's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Wolfetrap - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Tumbledown Farm To Fork & Watering Hole - ‬24 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.

Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,

Shaws Pond Lakefront Retreat! - Quaint Waterfront Cottage with Deck and Fire Pit!

The space
Quaint cottage on a quiet and seclude pond!

Enjoy your retreat along the shores of Shaws Pond at this beautiful, New Hampshire home. This three-bedroom/two-bath is located within easy reach of area attractions. Swimming, boating, and water recreation can be enjoyed at the pond, as well as a sandy beach area for swimming. Outdoor features include a deck, gas grill, and wood-burning firepit at the lakes edge.

The bright interior offers an ideal balance of antique charm and 21st century amenities. The two-story layout is a vacationers ideal stay. Separate living and bed rooms come complete with cozy furniture for enjoying comfortable downtime together or indoor fun on those not sunny days. The updated kitchen features a full suite of appliances, including a range/stove and dishwasher. Enjoy full meals at the formal dining table set for six. An abundance of windows offers lake views.

The 2nd floor primary suite includes a sitting area, window bench, flat screen smart TV, and en suite bathroom. Two bedrooms and a shared, full bathroom can be found on the 1st floor. Enjoy lake views! Window AC available during summer months.

With it's true New Hampshire small town charm, keep in mind that there is no cell phone service in the area of the home, but the home does have WiFi for your calling and web needs!

Update: A new dock will be installed by June 25, 2023 and it will be 6' wide and 18' long.

NHMR LIC #101258
Guest access
Enjoy the wasters with our complimentary kayak and 2 life jackets.
Other things to note
Grill: We ask our guests to clean the grill after use or before check out as a courtesy to the next guests otherwise, additional $35 fee will be charged for cleaning the grill. Thank you!

Please make sure to bring your own beach towels as we only provide bath towels.

Ice: Please note that we do not have an ice maker available on the premises, we kindly request that guests bring their own ice if needed.

Winter time: Given the harsh and unpredictable New England weather, we do not guarantee that deck will be cleared off during the winter time. We're hoping for your understanding!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,847 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

1. Check-in is at 5 pm. A key code will be sent to you up to 48 hours prior to check-in. 2. Pets not allowed. 3. No smoking in the house. F...

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 and a first aid kit
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 first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, to the airport?

This vacation home is 26.2 mi (40-min drive) away from the Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, to downtown New Durham?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi away from New Durham.

Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Shaw’s Pond Retreat. There was plenty of space in the house and the access to the water was beautiful. Owners were very nice and responsive to any questions I had before and during the stay. Would highly recommend this for anyone that wants to have a fun, relaxing vacation, on a peaceful pond. Thank you so much to the owners. I wish the weather would have cooperated better abut that's the only thing I had to complain about during our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay!

We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back one day. The deck was a great place to chat and chill!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The deck was our favorite! So peaceful sitting out there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We had a very nice stay: comfortable house, nice areas to sit outside, delightful water for swimming, etc. The owners thought of everything. Terrific location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House was great! Located on a very quiet large pond was nice. Fishing was great!

Brought 2 kayaks with us which added to fun on the water. Wolfeboro is very close and many activities to do in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Roomy cottage with a beautiful view

The cottage was very nicely laid out. Kitchen was a good size and the dining area with a view of the lake was perfect for the 6 of us. If we are up there again, I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

We had a great time on Shaw’s Pond! House was perfect for us and our 3 grown kids! Awesome fishing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Girls weekend trip

Place was cozy, beds were comfortable. Pond was amazing, very quiet Downside, can't check on til 5pm, lame, place had allot of spider webs, in the house. Neighbors are the owners, that was weird, nice people...
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sibling getaway

Beautiful location on the pond. 5 minutes to Wolfeboro center. Very quiet, clean, spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Truly a lovely property, kayak was a bonus, my teenagers loved fishing. Highly recommend for a quiet getaway in the woods. Everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Who has a 5pm check in, with a 70 fee to come any earlier!? And then a 10am checkout time the next day? Seems criminal. Other than having the landlords live next door, and a dismal checkin/checkout times, the property itself is fantastic, a true 10/10. The house has a perfect layout for guests to have their own spaces to play inside (on rainy days) and outside. The pond was great and we appreciated having a canoe and kayak to use!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice house on the lake

We had a wonderful time at this house on the lake. We had coffee and cocktails on the dock and watch the beautiful sunsets and sunrise.Did some fishing ! Owners have a house next door and they are very nice . Ate dinner on the back patio. House was clean and well supplied. Could have used another AC unit on first floor ....and a TV on the first floor ...and cleaning supplies. Other than that ....very nice !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location

Cottage good but charged xtra deceptive fees

Bathroom was dirty also the grill wasn’t really clean. The charge a fee for cleaning. My husband had to clean the grill. Before we left, my husband cleaned the grill again, cleaner than what we got. They charged my credit card $35 extra because they said it was dirty. They probably do that to every renter. Take pictures before and after.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Cute - but disappointing

Cute house, nice location – but with issues (be sure and read #4). 1. Before arriving we confirmed that the house came with a kayak and life vests. Despite assurances, no such kayak existed. Despite repeated inquiries we have never been informed whether it was stolen, misplaced or just a blatant misrepresentation. 2. If we opened one upstairs window the top pane of glass fell down and would not go back up. 3. The house lacked adequate towels, and minor things such as a table or shower caddy in the downstairs bathroom for shampoo, etc. 4. The first afternoon, we took a shower in the upstairs bathroom and it flooded the downstairs bathroom – water coming through the ceiling and light fixture. There was an inch of water on the floor. Fortunately they sent a plumber 4 hours later to fix the problem, but we were without both bathrooms for half a day while trying to get ready for a pre-wedding dinner. And Stay NH was surprised that we also wanted them to send a cleaning company to mop and clean the downstairs bathroom and replace the sopping wet rugs, because we didn’t want to do it on our vacation. (This is going to need a more permanent solution or the house will have mold, etc.) After numerous inquiries they refunded us a whopping $100 for our difficulties, and took 3 weeks to pay it. Unfortunately, we can’t recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and lovely patio, plenty of room for 6. No soap in the shower/bathroom and one towel per person knocked them down a star for me. Also be alert - I didn’t notice there was no washer and dryer in the listing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shaws Pond

Great location! House very clean in a peaceful location! Fabulous amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022