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Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH

Family-friendly stay near Lake Winnipesaukee

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A rustic cabin with a wooden deck, a dining table with chairs, and a view of a lake.
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.
A rustic wooden bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a window with a plaid curtain.
A log cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A rustic wooden interior with a large marble bar and wooden chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Gilford, NH

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About the area

Gilford

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee and 6 miles (10 km) of Beaver Island with a stay here. Interlakes Summer Theater and Lakes Gallery at Chi-Lin are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 45 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
  • Dox On Winnipesaukee
  • D.A. Long Tavern at Funspot
  • The Breeze
  • ‪Winnipesaukee Bay Gulls 2 - ‬33 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.

Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH

This most desired home on Mark Island property on Winnipesaukee with Post & Beams, offers a main house and bunkhouse which sleeps up to 12 people; with 619' water frontage, 1.5 acres, 5 docks allowing boats as long as 34', on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.

The main house is a restored 2 level, 1800's circa post & beam with a full kitchen, African granite counter tops, 1 1/2 baths, two king size bedrooms with tv's, shared bathroom, enormous first floor living room with 28' stone fireplace. Recently added mini-splits afford A/C or heat . Wood lovers will appreciate black walnut, cherry, mahogany and fir wood work, throughout the main house.

Bunkhouse boasts custom built cedar log entertainment center with 60" flat screen, game table, pool table, plus laundry and full bath. The bunkhouse has two queen bedrooms and loft that sleeps 8. Recently added mini-splits afford A/C or heat.

Between the main house and bunkhouse is a large covered outdoor living area.

Guests can enjoy kayaks, fishing poles, corn hole, fire pit and walks or hikes on trails through the island.

We are close to all of the towns on Winnipesaukee: Weirs Beach, Gilford, Meredith, Center Harbor and only 35 minutes by boat to Wolfeboro & Alton Bay.

All guests need to have their own boat or rent a boat from one of the local marina's. This property is NOT accessible by car only by boats.

We lack reviews, due to so many repeat guests

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

To respect our neighbors, quiet time is 9 pm and on.

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH to the airport?

This cottage is 17.7 mi (39-min drive) away from the Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH to the beach?

This cottage is 10.9 mi (27-min drive) from Weirs Beach and 14.9 mi (33-min drive) from Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH to downtown Gilford?

This cottage is 5.5 mi away from Gilford.

Unique Post & Beam Cabin on Winnipesaukee- Mark Island-Gilford, NH Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

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

Great stay

Great location, great house, great host, great lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We highly recommend this island property. This was our second stay there, eight years apart. It was just as we had remembered it and had even had some improvements I hadn’t realized it needed but they were appreciated none the less. You just spend the entire week wishing you could move there permanently. Eight years ago we had a toddler as our youngest and several grandparents with us. This time we had a ten year old and teenagers. All age groups work great! We hope to go back soon and will try to do two weeks next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carsten S.

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

Truly special family vacation - rustic luxury on Mark Island

We could not have had a better experience during our 2-week family vacation in August 2024. The owners Jim and Beverly are lovely people - incredibly warm and welcoming hosts. The photos don't fully convey what a beautiful house they have built. There is a main house connected to a second structure via a covered terrace. Our kids and guests stayed in one house, while my wife and I enjoyed having some of our own space. The construction is a work of art. Beautiful, reclaimed wood and solid hardware built with an eye for detail. It is comfortable yet luxurious. Nice places to sit, well equipped kitchen, new air-condition, pool table, terraces, grill, and reliable high-speed internet. 80MB down, 20MB up. We enjoyed having lots of dock space, a bay for swimming, terrace for BBQ. We made fires at night, hiked all over Mark Island, and enjoyed the home when it rained. We cannot recommend this home more highly. We loved it. Thank you for such an amazing stay at your beautiful home.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Fantastic

Island rentals are often a logistical challenge but the owner could not have made things easier. Very helpful and flexible. Location is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary P.

Peaceful, Rustic and Luxurious

Myself and 15 other people spent last weekend here, and we absolutely loved it!! Not only is the house gorgeous, but it's expansive and caters to having a great time! It has something for everyone, aside from its updated interior, it has scenic views, 3 docks, a cove to swim in, kayaks, a row boat, a camp fire, a game room, and an outdoor living space. Both the owner and the boat driver were courteous and wonderful to work with, eager to help and answer questions in a prompt manner. I sincerely hope to make this a yearly destination.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Amazing Island Property

My friends and I rented this property for a reunion the weekend before Memorial Day and I have to say that we had an amazing time. The house itself is beautiful, new, spacious, and comfortable, while the property is even more so. The owner was a pleasure to work with and he answered all of our questions and concerns completely. Because the property is on an island it is naturally secluded and peaceful. Our trip across the lake to the island was short and enjoyable and the gentleman who served as our captain was polite and helpful (even when we were late arriving at the pickup!) We were on the property early in the spring (it was a cold spring) so the foliage wasn't in full bloom so we didn't see the island in its full beauty, but I can only imagine that it would be even better during peak season. I'm already planning on holding another get-together again next year and I can't wait to come back. If you love fun, relaxation, seclusion, water, and comfort then this is the place for you. The only caveat I'll mention is that if you don't have a boat then you'll be trapped on the island for the duration--certainly not a bad thing, but it is an island after all.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rustic Luxury in an Ideal Setting

This was a memorable vacation, and well worth the expense. This is a very special, unique property. You've seen the pictures: the house is a work of rustic art, but beautifully functional. It was the heatwave of July 2013, and all my Boston friends were jealous. The water was glorious and 15 steps from the porch which caught the breezes of the peninsula. The guesthouse provided just the right degree of separation for teenagers. The island setting was peaceful but just a 4 minute boat ride to a mainland parking lot, so we never felt trapped. We had some beautiful, dramatic thunderstorms roll in; a cool thing to watch from the porch. Neither adults nor teenagers, nor 6 year old ever felt bored, yet we all returned refreshed. The owners were gracious and trusting. Upon departure, I forgot some paddles that belonged to the Marina, and Steve immediately gave me a boat lift back to recover them. This trip was a privilege and pleasure. Thank You Bev, Jim, and Steve.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Week We will Never Forget

We found the rental online and were intriguid by the photos. We contacted the owners and they directed us to a website with many detailed photos of the property. It was everything the photos showed and more and was very well maintained. The property is unique and quite beautiful and is accessed by boat within a small private inlet shared with one other property. The owners were very friendly and helpful with us getting set up the first day and following up with us after we left. All of the members of our family that were able to make it, about 20 people, had a place to sleep. There was plenty of kayaking, swimming, and boating during the day. We listened to the loons and frogs during the evening, and it was nice and quiet during the night. Plenty of private places to read and play games. We saw a bald eagle drop down in front of the inlet to the house and carry off a large fish one afternoon as we were swimming. There were a few ducks and ducklings that we saw daily as they swam by. My father took the grandkids to the dock to fish in the mornings and evenings. We all had a wonderful time and we'll never forget this trip. Our family lived nearby when we were growing up and we have great memories of Lake Winnipesaukee when we visited Ellecoya State Park and climbed Mount Major. The lake is absolutely gorgeous with lots of islands and wide open areas on the water, and it is surrounded by mountains. This trip reinforced everything we love about the area and we definately plan on visiting again. I strongly reccomend this vacation rental.
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10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Great place to stay!

The most beautiful house on Lake Winnipesaukee that I have ever stayed in. The house was gorgeous and comfortable for our large family vacation. The island location was great for spending quality family time . My kids loved using the kayaks , swimming all day and relaxing in the bunk house area with the huge tv at night. I loved the great room area in the main house the fire place really set this house apart. The owners were very helpful and accommodating.I would definitely recommend this place.