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Serenity at Sunrise. Breathtaking Lakefront with Private Dock!

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Sunrise from the balcony.
Exterior
Property grounds
Left side of home looking south west
Property grounds
Reviews
8.0

Very good

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Mountain view
    Mountain viewMountain view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Sanbornton, NH
  • Popular LocationLake Winnisquam1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWeirs Beach26 min drive
  • Popular LocationFunspot Family Fun Center29 min drive
  • AirportManchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)64 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Serenity at Sunrise. Breathtaking Lakefront with Private Dock!

Nestled on the western shore of Lake Winnisquam, this cozy cabin has been “making memories” since 1903. Over the years, countless family and friends have gathered here to enjoy the simple pleasures of lake life. Here, you can reconnect with those you love most while immersed in nature’s majestic beauty.
Upon arrival, you will instantly recognize why this particular site was selected over 121 years ago. The panoramic view and eastern exposure offer some of the clearest water and most breathtaking sunrises in New England!
The 1381 square foot home has experienced many upgrades over the decades, optimizing every inch of space. Sleeping accommodations for up to 12 people include:
-Master bedroom, 2nd floor: King bed (2 people).
-Second bedroom, 2nd floor: Queen bed (2 people).
-Third bedroom, 3d floor: Full bed (2 people), 2 Twin beds (2 people).
-Living area, 1st floor: 2 pull-out beds (4 people).
Overview:
On the first floor there is a fully equipped kitchen, a large living room with a leather Queen sleeper, a bathroom and laundry room. There is also a large, enclosed porch with a dining table and a sleeper bed.
On the second floor, there is a master bedroom with a King bed and balcony. There is a second bedroom with a Queen bed and there is also a half bathroom.
The third floor has a Full size bed and two Twin beds, ideal for our smaller guests.
Outside there is a large area for parking. There is a 24' dock to moor a boat or swim. There are two decks with tables to enjoy while cooking on a Webber gas grill. In the evening you can relax and enjoy a chiminea wood burning fire pit.

Property manager

Ray or Gloria Descheneaux

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sanbornton

Located in Sanbornton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Meredith Historical Society and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gunstock Mountain Resort and Sun Day's Salon & Spa, Inc.. Annalee Outlet and Funspot Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Sanbornton, NH

What's nearby

  • Lake Winnisquam - 1 min walk
  • Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach - 15 min drive
  • Paugus Bay - 18 min drive
  • Weirs Beach - 26 min drive
  • Funspot Family Fun Center - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 16 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Defiant Records & Craft Beer - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪405 Pub & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Natural Pickle - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity at Sunrise. Breathtaking Lakefront with Private Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity at Sunrise. Breathtaking Lakefront with Private Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity at Sunrise. Breathtaking Lakefront with Private Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity at Sunrise. Breathtaking Lakefront with Private Dock! located?

Located in the heart of Sanbornton, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Winnisquam and within 9 miles (15 km) of Wickwas Lake and Belknap Mill Society Museum. Sun Day's Salon & Spa, Inc. and Lakes Region General Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

CINDY M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This property was exactly what we needed the views where awesome the water was beautiful we all had a great time! The washing machine was broken I just wish they would of told us before our arrival!! They had an outside light that came on automatically which was nice for lighting the area, but not so nice when sitting by the fire (too bright) also you need to emphasize all bedrooms are upstairs and there are a lot of stairs to the property especially if your elderly. It was a great place!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia D., Jacksonville, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The Cottage, as they call it was awesome. Location was great, plenty of room and the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because the shower area was pretty tiny. That pretty much the way it is on lakefront cottages, other than that the place was great
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great outdoor space
My favorite part about staying at this lakefront cabin is enjoying the outdoor space. There is so much outdoor seating in both the sun and shade. There is a large patio with tables to eat at or sit by the fire at night. The balcony has great views of the sunrise and is a fantastic place to watch the activity on the lake. There is a new dock and a great swimming area. Inside the cabin they had plenty of room for everyone to sleep. Overall, we felt this is a great cabin to stay at to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Kristen D., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Best view of the lake
I love this property. It has just the right amount of sun and shade. The improvements to the dock helped a lot this year, we were able to leave our boat right there. My family and I really needed this time together. This property could definitely be better with AC for those hot nights….but the weather is so unpredictable…..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Darlene M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Dirty
Couldn’t get in at check in time. Cleaners were still there. Check in was suppose to be 4pm but we did t get in until 4:45. We asked about the trash barrels all full and cleaner was suppose to call owners. I texted owners on Tuesday with no reply. Trash piled up and animals got to it. Trash was picked up by company on Wednesday. Old ground hamburg left in fridge. Plate of cheese, pepperoni and crackers left on top of fridge we found on Saturday night. Toilets were disgusting. We rented last year and cleanliness was better. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week
We had a great week at the house. It was as advertised and plenty of room for our family. It was close enough to get where we needed but far enough to feel away
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
Great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kerri M., Shirley, Ma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic family vacation
Location and outside space cannot be matched! The cabin is dated, but definitely the kind of place you don't mind having children in!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the stay but had minor problems
We had a great time with family at the house. The views were amazing and the water area was clean of any muck so that was a plus and we all had a ball. The only downfalls were there is no AC so we all just had to use a ton of fans and some nights were very muggy. Something was wrong with the water pressure in the sink which made it almost impossible to do dishes because it just dribbled out. I contacted the owner and came out yhe next morning to fix it but by that afternoon it was just dribbling out again. The washing machine was not working but they had a note on it saying someone would be out to fix it but they couldn’t get anyone til after our stay. There was a major bee problem outside and we had to spray a lot and a couple people did get stung but we did speak with the cleaning woman the next morning and she had never seen that happen there before so it may have been a new nest or something. Overall it was a great vacation! The family had a blast in the water day and night and the sunroom was a great place for everyone to hang out and play games and do Kareoke etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully relaxing
The view of the water from this property is Amazing….so peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Deborah J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
We enjoyed the location and water access. We had trouble with the kitchen faucet and the microwave. I gave the cleanliness a 3 but there were quite a few cobwebs around the house. All in all we enjoyed our stay, the house has a lot of character.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
The house was fine. The weather wasn't great for the week but Gloria had plenty of kids toys to keep the little ones occupied. Overall, it was a good week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Darlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice house for a family gathering
Beautiful location and the house was accurately described. The dock and sandy beach area was very nice for our Grandchildren. The enclosed porch was used a lot and the Living room is very spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I was looking for
I wanted a place right on the water with some privacy and this place was perfect. There was plenty of outdoor seating. The master bedroom/deck was great. The lake was perfect for boating. If you have access to a boat or kayak (I didn't) you should definitely bring it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

jane w p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Living with other people’s stuff
Some rentals are just that and aren’t lived in. Ray and Gloria’s place is well loved and has been lived in for years. So, you are vacationing in a house with a lot of personal accoutrements. The location is the best. The sandy bottom where the younger ones could touch bottom helped the mothers relax more. Bring water toys. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy and Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Vacation!!!!
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful lake house, the location was perfect and it was exactly what our family needed in the trying times. We had the pleasure of meeting Gloria and her grandson and they were very warm and accommodating, the house was not only beautiful it was very clean and comfortable. The lake and the swim area is perfect for everyone in the family. I would very much reccomend this awesome home for the perfect family vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gary Nylander N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Get Away
Beautiful area. Great swimming and fishing. Had a little trouble with the oven and clothes washer but overall an enjoyable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Peter D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great views and location on Lake, but this has a "camp" feel
The property is located in a very nice spot on the lake and the views are amazing. Out door space is comfortable and relaxing. The owners were responsive to questions and very nice to deal with. However there were a few things that need to noted on the listing description and made known. The master bedroom is not private, it is below the "loft". The access is separate, but it is an open concept. My wife an I ended up using the only "private" bedroom which is very small. Also, it would have been nice to know that they are building a new house next door. They owner was very courteous, but there is nothing you can do about hammering and air compressors during the day. We realize that is part of life and it wasn't horrible, but it definitely affects the atmosphere. Overall, the rental was more of a "camp" feel and the price should be comparable. It is a wooded property and bugs/spider webs/ants are plentiful. That is just nature, but I can be a turn off for many people. Owners should consider a professional service for the turn overs. Everyone's standards on "clean" are different, but it should definitely be improved to avoid negative reviews. We have rented on the lake for the past 6 years, so I feel like we have a good sense of what to expect. The house was way too cramped for the "sleeps 12" category and price. Trying not to be overly negative, this is probably a great fit for many families. I think we had different expectations, based on price and bedrooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Brian A., Hudson NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at the lake
The house had an eclectic charm that I very much enjoyed. There were so many interesting treasures throughout the property. The property is three levels so there is a fair amount of stairs to take into consideration. The outside spaces were fantastic. We had a party of 10 and there were plenty of room for outdoor eating, lounging and reading by the lake. There is a Chiminea for evening fires and smores that the family really enjoyed. The dock is very new and made getting in and out of the water easy for all. The lake itself was beautiful, clear with a sandy entry and swimming area. Another big plus for this property is how close to so many great activities and resources. Hiking trails, mountains, lakes, Weirs Beach, Fun Spot as well as plenty of shopping. The family had a wonderful 2 weeks on the lake together.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dirty,Outdated,Small,Clutter!
The place is very small, very outdated built in 1903. It’s not very clean, dust, cob webs, dead flies, moths everywhere. There is so much clutter with the property owners junk. It looks like they don’t rent this place often. There are 3 TVs and only one barely works, many of the electrical outlets don’t work and the WiFi is terrible. There is much stuff everywhere that you don’t have much room to unpack. The bathrooms and shower are disgusting, the hand soap they had was watered down. There are carpets everywhere that haven’t been cleaned in a while and they smell badly, there are outdoor matts everywhere inside. The outdoor chiminera has a huge whole in the bottom of it, the outdoor furniture is dirty full of cob webs and cluttered. There is construction going on next door with escavators working from 7am to 3pm My wife spent the first day we were there cleaning the place. We checked out 4 days early because it was so uncomfortable and we couldn’t relax. Not a great experience at all, when contacting the owners they absolutely did nothing for us Save your money and time there are many great properties out there available THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT ONE OF THEM!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gloria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Robert Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
The waterfront home was a beautiful location and we spent a lot of time in the water-----swimming and kayaking. The house had a lot of seating all around the outside of the house and inside and we had a wonderful time, Unfortunately there were leaks in the roof when it rained. The leaks were in the two bedrooms (the queen and the king). Hopefully both of the mattress on the sofa beds will be replaced.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a week of lake life!
The house is located on a wonderful section of Winnisquam and the dock was great for the boat we rented and all our water activities. House met all of our needs and we would certainly return. Ray and Gloria were very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Family fun
We had a wonderful week. The house met all our needs and the yard and dock were wonderful. Thank you for sharing your home . The pull out couches were not very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ray or Gloria Descheneaux

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My name is Gloria Descheneaux and my goal is to make you happy at our home in Sanbornton NH. I do think you will enjoy the home, the swimming, the view and the deck to relax on

Why they chose this property

This property is very private and you have the whole place to yourself and have lots of parking space, lots of outside seating room outside and inside. You can dock your boat right at the home and leave as early as you want to enjoy fishing.

What makes this property unique

All the above and more

Languages:

English
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