The House at Harvey Lake

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6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

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Dryer
Kitchen
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
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Northwood, NH

Bow Lake
‪7 min drive‬
Treasure Island
‪9 min drive‬
University of New Hampshire
‪15 min drive‬
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal)
‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Second Floor Full -1

1 Single Bed

Second Floorn Full -2

1 Double Bed

Second Floor queen

1 Single Bed

Second Floor Twin

1 King Bed

Third Floor King

1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Upstairs Bathroom

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Kitchen

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About this property

Sleeps 13

The large Main House was once an Inn on the stagecoach route heading towards Concord. Today, it's a perfect family getaway! It features six bedrooms.
There is a large screened porch that, a patio with Webber grill, a deck overlooking the water.
You'll find this house to feel like your home away from home!
We are located in the center of NH.
20 to 40 minutes away to many tourist locations from Maine, Portsmouth, the Lakes Region, Louden Raceway and many more

This is a huge home located water front on the 130 acre Harvey Lake. Our lake boasts great fishing, boating and a sandy beach. We offer free kayaks, paddle boats, and canoes. There is a gas grill and fire pit for you to enjoy.

You will not be sharing the home, however there are cottages located on the 5 acres of waterfrontage

We live adjacent to the home, and we are just a phone call away if you need anything

Enjoy the lakefront, the local state park, and the famous Antique Alley! We are just a short drive to Loudon (For NASCAR) or Laconia (for great concerts, events, and Bike week)

The Cottages at Harvey lake are located directly on Route 202. This is an excellent location which is convenient to Concord, Portsmouth and the Lakes Region.
- Please use life jackets when using the boats. Do not feed any wildlife. Please treat the property with respect..
- There are discounts for 1 week and longer stays
- Thanks you for considering to stay with us

Property manager

Nancy Carver

Premier Host

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English

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Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Northwood

Located in Northwood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Northwood Meadows State Park and Wildlife Management Area, while Strafford Historic Society and Scenic Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lee USA Speedway or Lundholm Gymnasium.

Northwood, NH

What's nearby

Bow Lake - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Treasure Island - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
Long Island - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
University of New Hampshire - 15 min drive - 18.3 km
Bear Brook State Park - 23 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

Durham Station - 17 min drive
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Northwoods Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
‪Northwood Diner - ‬9 min drive
‪The Original Johnson's Dairy Bar at Northwoods Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
‪Cooperhill Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk
‪Cooper Hill Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The House at Harvey Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The House at Harvey Lake?

As of 17 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The House at Harvey Lake on 18 Apr 2025 start from AU$586.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The House at Harvey Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The House at Harvey Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The House at Harvey Lake located?

Situated in Northwood, this beach holiday home is steps from Chesley Memorial Library and within 3 mi (5 km) of Northwood Athlectic Fields and Stonehouse Forest. Wildlife Management Area and Northwood Meadows State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

23 July 2024

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

Amazing hosts!

The hosts were wonderful! Ample supply of boats and life jackets. Beautiful location!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

31 July 2023

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

Good value, easygoing vacation , great hosts!

We were 2 couples, 3 young adult singles and one child. There are 7 bedrooms. All the singles and the child had their own private bedroom! The house is quite old with some newer renovations. The ceilings are low in spots and the stairs are steep and narrow. I would not recommend this house for those with balance or mobility issues. There was plenty of seating.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Sally H.

28 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Good value but too near a main road

Lots of room for extended family gathering for a wedding nearby. Kitchen was well equipped. A dozen hooks in the bedrooms and upstairs bathroom would be good, no where to hang anything including wet towels

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

19 Aug 2022

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

Great house for big family gathering.

With 6 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a modern kitchen, large dining room, large laundry room, 2 bathrooms, a screened in porch and large deck, this house always had plenty of room for all our activities. The Sandy beach with its paddle boat, 7 kayaks, and lounge chairs was a great way to start our days during a very hot summer. Kayak trips to the island for lunch were a fun highlight. The friendliness of Nancy and Lee with their helpful information made our whole experience delightful. There are very good restaurants and children’s activities within 15 minutes of the house, so much available to enjoy every day. Looking from the deck to the lake and seeing two great blue herons on the dock was a special treat!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

3 Aug 2022

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

Lovely time making memories!

Nancy was a joy, very helpful and attentive, made us feel very welcome. The kitchen was recently updated and great, plenty of room to store stuff. Most rooms had air conditioning which was very needed the two weeks we were there and the house amazingly stayed cool, that is unexpected for a house this old. Some things I want to mention just to help people , again the stay was great. The traffic can be loud, bring a white noise thing. The stairs to the bedrooms are sturdy but not standard for these days and can be difficult for people with mobility issues. The fire pit was on the other side of a cottage so we never used it. The lake entrance is shared with the cottages and had a great sandy beach and entrance into the water was great, with or without lake shoes. Swimming was great no issues with weeds or fish. There was a big turtle but he stayed his distance <3 I would recommend the big house for a great family vacation. Oh the porch was our favorite it had sun all day long!

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S., Millbury MA

11 July 2022

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

Great Family Vacation

The house was great. Plenty of bedrooms for my family of 12. There were more then enough eating spots for the family to enjoy meals together. The lake was perfect for kayaking and fishing. The fishing was great, everyone caught at least 3 fish. The kitchen updates made cooking for everyone so easy. The grill is in good shape and work well. Nancy and Lee were the best hosts I've ever dealt with; they greeted us upon arrival and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. My family and I will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Elena K.

13 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall it was nice

We had a lovely stay. The host was extremely helpful and accommodating. We were not expecting cabins so close, but they came in handy at the beginning of our stay.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam B., Stoneham, MA USA

6 Sept 2021

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

Great place for large gatherings

We had a large group of family and friends, and this was the perfect place for us! We were so happy we found it. Nancy was a great host! Very quick to respond to text messages, there if you needed her, but never there constantly bugging us. We stayed in the main house. It’s 200 years old, so it has its quirks, but we thought it was great with a lot of character. Harvey Lake was beautiful and it was awesome being able to walk down to fish whenever we wanted. Huge fire pit with the house which was perfect for 14 of us! We are definitely planning on going back! Thank you Nancy for being such s great host with a beautiful property!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

21 Aug 2021

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

Relaxing and plenty of space

Me and my family had a relaxing and beautiful stay here! The owners were very tentative and me and my family had plenty of space. The 1st floor updates were enjoyable and we loved the big kitchen with lots of counter space. Overall very pleased with this house!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

28 July 2021

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

Comfortable, clean, well supplied, and pleasant.

We enjoyed a family reunion here, loved the deck, kitchen, swimming and kayaks. We hiked and picked blueberries nearby. Nancy was great. Only drawback is the traffic noise from nearby road. Some bedrooms are very basic but all have good beds.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

17 July 2021

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

Great vacation!

Such a great place to go for a week in New Hampshire! The lake was fantastic!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Ken T.

11 June 2021

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

Lots of room In Northwood

Our host, Nancy, was awesome and responsive. The kitchen was newly remodeled and very nice Our experience was consistent with the reviews that I had read When staying at a house that is over 100 years old, guests need to accept that the house will have signs of character as was our experience The amenities were perfect for a lakefront house

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil T., Litchfield

12 July 2020

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

Great stay at the lake!

We had a great week at the main house. Nancy and Lee are super friendly and very responsive. The house is on a main road, so there is a lot of road noise but we knew that going in so it wasn’t a problelm. The house is 200 yrs old and they have done a nice job keeping the charm and adding some modern conveniences. The lake access is well maintained and there were plenty of kayaks for the five of us. The other guests were all friendly and there were so many cute dogs!! A great trip all around.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

11 Sept 2019

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

Walsh Family Vacation 2019

We all had a wonderful time. Nancy and Lee are excellent host and hostesses. All went fishing and kayaking. My grandson found friends and now loves to kayak. The house has plenty of room. They were very welcoming to our old little dogs. The other guess in the cottages were all very friendly. The lake is beautiful. We did do some antiquing which was fun. I would definitely recommend The cottages at Harvey Lake. It was fun, laid back and our family laughed and had fun. Thank you Nancy and Lee. Lisa and Tom Walsh

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M., Salem, MA

8 Aug 2019

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

Family vacation

We stayed for a week this past July. Was me, my husband, our 6 sons, one girlfriend n 3 pups. First I will say Nancy was a great host. She met us when we arrived and gave us some information of ideas of things to do in neighborhood. She lives right next door with her husband so they are close by if you need them. When I say there was plenty of room in house. We had plenty of room. We knew going in the house was old and on major road so now surprises there. I only had one surprise and that was that I thought fire pit was in our back yard but it is actually on side of house near another cabin. Again no biggie. Only thing that I can say is deck had few rotten pieces that need to be replaced. (Top step felt like was going to crack)also chairs on deck need to be replaced and yard needs good cutting. Again easy fixes. Here are things I wish someone had told us before we went. There is air conditioning in 4 out of 6 bedrooms so you might want to bring 2 fans. We were there during extremely hot week so we needed them. Also there is few forks. So we just grabbed some plastic silverware. There were plenty if pots n pans although we cooked on grill mostly. There are grill utensils so no need to bring. We had great water pressure n plenty of hot water. There are ice trays in freezer. We didnt really need to get anything. It was very buggy at night so bring spray. Overall A+ vacation home and we will be returning.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

22 July 2019

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

Northwood house

It was a nice old house. It worked out that it was close to most everything we all did. The owners were very nice and had helpful local info knowledge. Given the opportunity we would stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H., Winder

9 July 2019

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

Lots of room for everyone!

We enjoyed our stay here. The house is 200 years old (+/-) and has plenty of charm. If you rent it, you have to get Nancy and Lee to tell you the story behind the house itself. As mentioned in other comments, the highway noise is very noticeable, but it dies down come bedtime. The kitchen was a big plus for this property. Nancy and Lee were very helpful and made us feel welcome.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Laura K.

10 Sept 2018

Nice not great

Pro’s: Nancy is incredibly kind, and quick to respond to any needs we had. She personally greets all guests when they arrive. There are plenty of kayaks, paddle boat, and different size life jackets. Fabulous fire pit area. Grill was dirty, but there was a wire brush there to clean it. Small, but very clean beach area with a few lounge chairs. Super easy to keep an eye on the kids. The lake is beautiful! We only saw one jet ski while we were there. Did not see any power boats though, but I believe they are allowed. The lake is incredibly clean. Perfect for swimming. There is a little island you can paddle out to and explore. Tons of board games available to use. A washer (top load) and dryer was a huge plus for us, as we had two lake loving dogs and four kids with us! More than enough space in the main house for large family to find some peace and quiet. Kitchen has all major appliances, clean, and in great working condition. Small bottle of dish soap, new sponge, and plenty of dish towels available. Pots, pans were clean, and there were a few of each. There is also a cake pan (glass). More than enough linens available. Water pressure was excellent Plenty of hot water (unless the washer is running, then it is a cold shower for you😉) A/C units on each bedroom, and in the family room/kitchen area. Cons: You must know this is right on an incredibly busy main road. The road noise is very loud. kitchen had very limited cooking utensils. This was tough for me, as I do a lot of cooking. There was one 2 cup measuring cup, and an incomplete set of measuring spoons. I believe there was one cooking spatula and some sort of spatula with a slot in it. There is no strainer for pasta or rinsing veggies. The knife block only had a few knives in it, and they were not sharp. There are absolutely no staples in the kitchen except salt and pepper shakers. Nancy was kind enough to bring me flour, so I didn’t have to run out and buy a bag. There is no oil, flour, sugar, or spices of any kind. I asked for some floor cleaning supplies b/c my dogs paws are always dirty. Nancy left the supplies for me, but the mop was so dirty, the floors were never going to get too clean. The main floor bathroom caulking really needs to be redone. I think the bathroom was relatively clean, but when the white caulk is so stained, it makes me wonder. The A/C units and fans worked very well, but they had a lot of dust built up.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cordelia R.

2 July 2017

A lovely summer weekend on the lake

Nancy and Lee were wonderful hosts to our large group. They offered to check us in early, gave us helpful information upon our arrival, and were kind and welcoming throughout the entire weekend. The property is beautiful - the main house is old but well-kept and clean. It is perfect for a large group of friends or big family looking for a simple place on a lake for a perfect summer weekend. Bonus is it's pet-friendly! There are plenty of grills on the property, fire pits for bonfires, and kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats to explore the lake and surrounding islands. There are also lots of places to eat and even a brewery nearby. All in all, we had a great time thanks to our hosts, Nancy and Lee!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

15 Aug 2013

Entire Family Vacation

This is the 4th year that our entire family of 14 people has stayed at this house, This year we also had 2 dogs with us. Our family loves this house. It is large enough for all of us to get together. It has enough space so the teenagers and older children can gather in one area and a separate space for the adults and younger children in another. All ages love swimming in the lake, kayaking, canoeing, fishing and smores around the fire at night. Nancy and Lee could not be nicer. We enjoy seeing the improvements they make from summer to summer. Wi-Fi and a new patio were added this summer. Cannot wait until next year!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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12 Mar 2010

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We stayed at the house for 10 days and had a great time. We are from Florida and we have family in the Concord, NH, area. The location worked out great. The owners and the manager will bend over backwards to accomodate you. During our stay we were experiencing a heatwave. The owners and manager jumped into action and brought additional a/c units to relieve the heat. They are working hard on the house. Keep in mind the house is over 207 years old. When we were leaving the manager was working on repainting or siding the outside of the home. This will really spruce up the house. We will definitely be back and will stay longer this time. My name is Bob Carr and my telephone number is 850-830-9870 if you need additional information.

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Carver

Our CottagesOur cottages have not only been a part of our family’s history, but are truly integral to the Town of Northwood’s history. As the story goes, the 200 year old “Main House”, was considered to be a favorite resting spot for travelers heading through to Concord across the First NH Turnpike. Later, the cottages were built to allow vacationers to enjoy the one of the best kept secrets of lake getaways. We’ve kept that hometown charm and feel which allows you to enjoy the same, simple lifestyle, which our grandparents may have enjoyed. Of course, we’ve added some expected conveniences such as Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and climate controlled cottages. Each cottage enjoys a fully unobstructed water view and frontage on the Lake. Inside you’ll find everything you need for your vacation getaway including linens, towels, soaps, shampoo, and a kitchen that includes everything you need to prepare that fantastic breakfast, lunch or dinner! Outside, is your own gas grill and fire pit for that romantic campfire. When you awake each day, you can enjoy taking out a kayak or sit with your family to enjoy the sunrise on a perfectly calm lake. If you are planning a large family gathering, or even if you want a little extra space, consider the “Main House” as your destination. The home offers you room for up to 16 guests yet is economically priced to create that romantic getaway for you and your “best friend”. We hope you agree with us that The Cottages at Harvey Lake are truly “Where family memories are made!”

Why they chose this property

We are centrally located, It is an easy ride to many locations in New Hampshire and Massachusetts

What makes this property unique

We are a family owned business and are here to make you vacation perfect! It is a great place on the lake for all. We are also Pet friendly.

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6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Second Floor Full -1

Second Floorn Full -2

Second Floor queen

Second Floor Twin

Third Floor King

Third Floor Queen

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Upstairs Bathroom

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