Secluded Waterfront Home, Family Getaway: Private Dock, Borders Audubon Preserve

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View of Dock area showing lakeside patio, swim and boat docks, steps into water

Sandy shallow swim area right next to lakeside patio

Shallow swim area accessible from patio via steps or shoreline

View of house from water showing swim and boat docks

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen

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Hebron, NH

Newfound Lake
‪1 min walk‬
New Hampshire Audubon
‪1 min walk‬
Tenney Mountain
‪40 min drive‬
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Please note summer rentals are for minimum of one week.

If you are looking for a place to make family memories and relax in an idyllic spot, we would welcome you to our home away from home. Located on the northern shoreline of Newfound Lake, on the end of a private road and bordered by the Audubon, we are delighted to offer our guests a place of exciting recreational potential and peaceful sanctuary. Whether it is a serene morning glide on a paddle board, fishing from our private pier, canoeing in the evening, a motorboat ride on the lake, or hiking along local trails, the lake and our lovely piece of it affords the rejuvenation of the outdoors and a retreat from the hustle of modern life. With the warmth and charm of a 50's lake 'cottage', modern amenities such as WIFI help span the decades, but only so much as to give a respectful nod to the 21st century. Inspiring natural beauty, the lure of the White Mountains, and endless outdoor activities will make you wish email never existed and the summer would never end. Reach out to book your family vacation today and let our home take residence in your memories for years to come.

Property manager

Alan & Diane Galbraith

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Any exceptions require a Pet Cleaning Fee

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hebron

Located in Hebron, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Plymouth Historical Society Museum and Mary Baker Eddy Historic House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Charles L. Bean Sanctuary. Paradise Point Nature Center and Rhino Bike Works are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hebron, NH

What's nearby

Newfound Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
New Hampshire Audubon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Paradise Point Nature Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Plymouth State University - 16 min drive - 15.7 km
Tenney Mountain - 40 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪The Common Man Roadside Market & Deli (Plymouth) - ‬12 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
‪The Big Catch - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Waterfront Home, Family Getaway: Private Dock, Borders Audubon Preserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Waterfront Home, Family Getaway: Private Dock, Borders Audubon Preserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Waterfront Home, Family Getaway: Private Dock, Borders Audubon Preserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Waterfront Home, Family Getaway: Private Dock, Borders Audubon Preserve located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Newfound Lake and New Hampshire Audubon. Paradise Point Nature Center and Hebron Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

jill k.

17 Oct 2024

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

Iconic lakefront home

This is an architecually lovely house with tall trussed beam ceilings in every room, wood paneling, a huge woodburning fireplace (very nice for our fall vacation) in the living room and views of the lake and the extensive and largely wooded grounds.roperty onto Newfound Lake

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

5 July 2024

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

Gorgeous Newfound Lake

We absolutely loved our time on Newfound Lake! The home was cozy, welcoming, clean, and perfectly situated. The location on the northern end of the lake next to the Audubon Center was ideal. The property has a a lovely screened patio, a pleasant back porch, and a wonderful stone patio down by water's edge. On a calm day, the area near the shore makes for a lovely swim or paddle. There is a cute little house on an island right across from the property, and we enjoyed the ambiance of that. On the 4th of July, we also appreciated being able to see the fireworks without leaving the dock! Perfect...! Our hosts were responsive, kind, and helpful. Thank you for a perfect stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas N.

21 Oct 2022

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

Fall Trip

My family stayed here for a long weekend right when the leaves were changing. Two adults and three children ages 3 - 6. This is a beautiful lake house. Very clean. Fantastic large living room with fireplace that was a great place to get together with other family in the area. We also enjoyed the large screened in porch. The lake is right down a short path with a nice stone patio and floating dock. Toys and games were also available for our kids, which was an added bonus. We had fun with the croquet game!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

george R.

28 Sept 2022

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

Peaceful

It is so quiet there and close to town. We had rainy drizzly weather most of the week so we spent a lot of time indoors and didn’t feel cramped at all.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

ivan h.

28 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful experience

Even though the home was rustic it was clean and very comfortable. The location was superb. The house has a screened in porch where we ate most of our meals. The rear deck and doc were perfect for relaxing. Plenty of wonderful hikes nearby. Would love to come back.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candice C.

14 Aug 2022

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

August family lake trip

We had an amazing time on our 5 day stay at this wonderful lakefront property! Alan and Diane were easy to communicate with and were flexible with some of our needs. The house is spacious with plenty of beds and even a cot and blow up beds were available. The kitchen is well stocked and having bed linens and towels included made our packing easier. We spent most of our time by the water on a spacious granite/stone deck and two floating docks. Both shallow water entry on one side and deep water at the end of the docks was perfect. We used the canoe and paddle board provided. Loved having the Audubon hiking trails right next to the property. Thank you Alan and Diane for sharing your amazing lake home with us!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

7 Aug 2022

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

Lakeside Idyll

Newfound is such a beautiful, clean lake and this house is the perfect location with it’s own dock, sheltered swimming area and privacy all around from the wooded preserve. The house is rustic, but very spacious and well stocked . The owner is nice and very helpful.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

4 Aug 2022

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

Peaceful, scenic lakefront vacation.

This beautiful property is set on 3+ scenic lakefront acres at the end of a short, dead end dirt road offering fantastic privacy. The house is a classic lakefront property (just painted!) and is quite large for a single story, with three good sized, comfortable bedrooms, beautiful fireplaced living room, knotty pine walls, and vaulted beamed ceilings. The kitchen is older but very functional and has just about everything you could need. There is also a very large screened porch with nice lake views where we all spent quite a bit of time. Our little group (four adults and three small children aged 1, 3, and 5) loved the waterfront area with a small beach and two docks (great for swimming, fishing, relaxing, and reading). The waterfront area starts about 75 feet from the house down a small hill with a gravel path. At the shoreline, the water is about 1 foot deep with sandy footing that was an easy walk-in down stone steps for our 3 and 5 year old. We used the canoe and paddleboard at the property almost every day. Although the property is quite private, just about everything you may need on a vacation is available within a 10 minute drive from the property. Before and during our stay, we had a couple of questions for Alan and Diane and they were incredibly responsive helping to make our entire vacation experience exactly what we needed: happy and restful. We cannot wait to return next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C.

28 July 2022

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

Amazing property and one of a kind views!

We stayed at this amazing property for two short nights to visit our kids who were at a local camp. The owners were kind enough to just rent for the two nights and not the usual week. This house is situated right on the gorgeous cold, crisp lake which was so refreshing after a long hike in a hot day. The owners have every amenity… including a table and chairs already down at the dock so you can enjoy evening cocktails or morning coffee without having to lug anything other than you drink! They also had a canoe and SUP as wel as floated for our use! The house is amazing and very private! The only neighbors to be seen are the occupants of tiny little Loon Island directly across from the dock. Hope we can visit again and stay for a full week! PS - prior communication and communication on our checkin day were top notch and timely! Effortless check in and out! Thanks again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

22 June 2022

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

Quiet, idyllic NH destination

We have stayed in rentals throughout the US and Mexico. This property is by far the most amazing. Seconded by a kayaker going by who said "you have the best location on the lake". We fell in love with the beautiful "cabin" as we called it. It was so quiet and comfortable. Plenty of room for our family to cook, eat, play, fish, or just relax. Plenty of spaces indoors and out to accommodate anyone. This amazing vacation was topped off by a bald eagle landing in the tall tree on the island. Highly recommended!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

24 Oct 2021

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

Slice of Paradise on Newfound Lake!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Alan and Diane's rustic home on Newfound Lake! The views of the lake from every room are just wonderful and it was so quiet and peaceful! We so enjoy ed sitting on the dock and relaxing! I especially enjoyed getting up early and snapping photos while watching the mist rise from the lake! We also loved in the screened in sun portch! The house had everything we could want, the bed was so comfortable and Newfound Lake is just beautiful! We hiked at the next door at the Audobon Center and at the Grey Rocks Conservation Area just down the street. We also went apple picking at Mt. Cardigan Orchard (what a scenic spot!) and had a delicious breakfast at Benton's Sugar Shack in Thornton (about 30 mins away)! Thank you Alan and Diane for such a nice, relaxing. long Fall weekend!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa T., Milton, NH

29 Sept 2021

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

Beautiful home on a gorgeous lake and property

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house. The lake really is the highlight of the place. You get views from almost every room. It's just beautiful to wake up to that view. The sunroom is also just a wonderful place to sit and relax. One of the days we were there it rained but it was lovely to just sit and watch the rain. The house is well appointed and the owners have been thoughtful to leave all the comforts you could need for your stay. We had a fantastic, relaxing anniversary trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

23 Sept 2021

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

Haven in Hebron

Prior reviews detail all the wonderful amenities of this spectacular family vacation home. Words are inadequate to describe the peaceful energy, surrounding nature and innumerable opportunities for readers, writers, dreamers, artists, naturalists, water enthusiasts. Thank you, Diane and Alan, for sharing your Newfound Lake Legacy.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

7 Sept 2021

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

Lovely, peaceful lake getaway

We loved our days on the lake. We spent time on the dock and canoe, paddle board in the sun, and on the trails when it was cool, and inside cozy by the fire when it rained. The recreation equipment, water toys, and games made it heaven for our 4 kids! Thank you so much!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louis S., Stratham NH USA

3 Aug 2021

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

Sensational!

Our second - and hopefully not our last - visit to this wonderful property. Spacious, comfortable accommodations, nicely equipped kitchen, beautiful setting on one of the finest lakes in New Hampshire. Hosts are fantastic, communication superlative. Our favorite VRBO experience!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L., New Hampshire

22 June 2021

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

Summer Kickoff Getaway

Between Father's Day and a few other recent celebrations, our family needed a quick getaway and this house was the perfect fit. The location is truly one of a kind! The pictures are accurate - there are some parts of the home that are more "campy", but it doesn't detract from overall comfort or experience. It's a quintessential NH Lakes experience. Two pieces of feedback for the owners... (1) the gas grill is clean and functional, but seems like it may need to be replaced soon. (2) The home has wifi, but the signal is sort of weak. We had better luck connecting with our personal devices rather than their SmartTV (but also, who needs devices when you're at the lake!).

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara V.

20 June 2021

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

Peaceful Retreat

Rustic house on the quiet end of Newfound Lake. Huge living room and good size screened in porch. Very private and peaceful location. Views were good especially from the dock area. Only problem was the WiFi. I have T-Mobile and had no service the entire stay. My sister in law had Verizon and she had no issues. Diane and Allen were awesome and replied right back to me in a timely fashion. Special weekend here. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nat N.

14 Jan 2021

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

Beautiful and relaxing

Overall, a very pleasant experience. Good interaction with Diane who was very responsive. Looking forward to going there again in summer.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

21 Oct 2020

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

Lovely Lake House

This lake side house offers all the comforts of a well furnished home in a lovely wooded glade. Adjacent to a large nature preserve with walking trails, this is a great location for appreciating fresh air and the beauty of a mature forest of hardwoods and pine. The lake is down a short path from the house and offers a large dock, swim deck, and gradual sand and gravel beach - perfect for launching and landing our kayaks. The house has a large deck overlooking the water, screened sun room, and big living area with a fireplace. Lots more to like about this house, including the oh so comfortable king size beds. We had a great fall vacation here.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn A.

20 Oct 2020

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

Just what we were looking for!

This was such a great vacation. Many thanks to Alan and Diane for allowing us to use your home on Newfound Lake. The home was lovely. Some may say outdated, but I thought it was quaint, homey, and had character. The setting is really outstanding. It's very private without neighbors nearby... except for the charming home on the little island out on the lake, but nobody was there so again, it was very private. We didn't have any luck fishing but the hiking and surrounding area was perfect. We took a walk over at the preserve next door and didn't see anyone on the path so we had that all to ourselves too. We also enjoyed a game of badminton which I haven't played since I was in grade school. We were here in mid Oct which made it a bit chilly and not great or swimming, but the amazing fall foliage made up for that. Alan and Diane were very responsive to any messages and so helpful and friendly. I would love to come back and visit in the summer sometime. Thank you both for such a pleasant stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

JOHN M.

5 Oct 2020

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

Great location, privacy.

Owners bend over backwards to make sure your stay is awesome. Location great for all ages.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louis S., Stratham NH USA

23 Sept 2020

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

Serene Retreat

Exceptional property on one of the nicest lakes in New Hampshire. Thoroughly enjoyed the rustic charm of this spacious home. Its private, serene setting and expansive private shoreline make it the ideal retreat. Fireplace, screened porch, and deck overlooking the lake are but a few of the amenities we enjoyed the most. Kitchen is large and well-equipped. Direct access to neighboring Audubon Society trails and scenic views a plus. Communication with our hosts was exceptional, check-in and check-out a breeze. Property is exactly as described. One of our favorite VRBO properties.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

17 Sept 2020

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

Thank you so much

Awesome property .great feel . Out standing location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

30 July 2020

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

Beautiful summer refuge

My family of four (with daughters ages 12 and 15) loved our week at this home on Newfound Lake. The owners were very helpful and responsive both before and during our stay, the house itself is charming and beautifully situated, and the lake itself is clean and gorgeous. It was the perfect place to “beat the heat”, with a cool breeze off the lake even on 90+ degree days (as well as the excellent swimming!), tall ceilings, plenty of windows for good airflow, dappled afternoon shade, and a screen porch which I found hard to leave. The dock area was perfect for our needs, with the sandy shallow entrance as well as the deeper water, and the paddleboard was a big hit. We enjoyed strolls in the adjacent Audubon sanctuary and the nearby Grey Rocks conservation area, and paddling to Hebron marsh. We saw loons and turtles. We enjoyed cooling off at Sculptured Rocks – just a few miles down the road – as well as hiking Mt Cardigan, with gorgeous views and tons of ripe blueberries near the summit. But mostly we stuck close to home and enjoyed this little slice of heaven. One thing I should mention is that the lake gets quite busy on weekends, with lots of motor boats and water skiers. I’ve read that Newfound Lake is relatively quiet compared to the other New Hampshire Lakes, and the north end of the lake (where this house is) is the quiet end of the lake, but it is not remote wilderness. We would still return in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Drew K., Brookline, NH

10 July 2020

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

Special property on a pristine body of water

Newfound Lake is often described for its pristine water quality; the deep water is also a well regarded cold water fishery. This older family home sits on a very unique parcel of land. The combination of being situated at the end of the road, abutting Audubon land and the extensive frontage give it a very private feeling onshore. It is also unusual to find the combination of sandy shallow area and deep water at the end of the dock...dive in or wade in. It is easy to tell the lengthy family history with the property, so please respect them opening it up for others to enjoy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

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