House in Madison, NH
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Little Bear Cottage
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Spend a quintessential New Hampshire summer at this cozy, two-bedroom cottage on the shores of Big Pea Porridge Pond, a lakefront retreat that comes with a private dock, a small private beach, as well as a canoe and kayaks to take out on the water whenever you please. This home is nestled among trees that become a spray of color each autumn, with gorgeous views of the lake that you can enjoy from the large screened porch, the back deck, and the picnic table in the yard. You'll be able to spend your days swimming, boating, playing horseshoes, and flipping burgers on the grill outside. As for the evening hours, you can roast marshmallows around the seasonal firepit, mix cocktails at the tiki bar in the screened porch, and curl up in front of the two TVs - one Smart TV and one flatscreen with a Roku - for a night of your favorite movies and shows.
What's nearby:
This lakefront home sits on the southern shore of Big Pea Porridge Pond in Eidelweiss Village, a community with five association beaches (including Thusis Beach just down the road). When you're not exploring Little, Middle, and Big Pea Porridge Pond by kayak, you'll be less than five miles south of downtown Conway, where you can meet up with the iconic Kancamagus Highway for a spectacular foliage drive in autumn. If you're visiting in winter, you'll have your choice of nearby ski slopes, including King Pine (eight miles south), Cranmore (11 miles north), and Attitash (18 miles northwest). You'll also be a few minutes' drive from the Conway Scenic Railroad and a wealth of tax-free outlet shopping in Conway and North Conway.
Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Window AC is available in the living room from Memorial Day to Columbus Day; fans are provided throughout the house
Kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets are provided
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.
*Please note that this home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, with a Good Neighborhood Policy and quiet hours. Any violations (including those of maximum occupancy) can result in immediate eviction without refund.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details:
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Spend a quintessential New Hampshire summer at this cozy, two-bedroom cottage on the shores of Big Pea Porridge Pond, a lakefront retreat that comes with a private dock, a small private beach, as well as a canoe and kayaks to take out on the water whenever you please. This home is nestled among trees that become a spray of color each autumn, with gorgeous views of the lake that you can enjoy from the large screened porch, the back deck, and the picnic table in the yard. You'll be able to spend your days swimming, boating, playing horseshoes, and flipping burgers on the grill outside. As for the evening hours, you can roast marshmallows around the seasonal firepit, mix cocktails at the tiki bar in the screened porch, and curl up in front of the two TVs - one Smart TV and one flatscreen with a Roku - for a night of your favorite movies and shows.
What's nearby:
This lakefront home sits on the southern shore of Big Pea Porridge Pond in Eidelweiss Village, a community with five association beaches (including Thusis Beach just down the road). When you're not exploring Little, Middle, and Big Pea Porridge Pond by kayak, you'll be less than five miles south of downtown Conway, where you can meet up with the iconic Kancamagus Highway for a spectacular foliage drive in autumn. If you're visiting in winter, you'll have your choice of nearby ski slopes, including King Pine (eight miles south), Cranmore (11 miles north), and Attitash (18 miles northwest). You'll also be a few minutes' drive from the Conway Scenic Railroad and a wealth of tax-free outlet shopping in Conway and North Conway.
Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Window AC is available in the living room from Memorial Day to Columbus Day; fans are provided throughout the house
Kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets are provided
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.
*Please note that this home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, with a Good Neighborhood Policy and quiet hours. Any violations (including those of maximum occupancy) can result in immediate eviction without refund.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details:
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities at Lakefront cottage on Big Pea Porridge Pond w/ private dock, beach, kayaks, canoe
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Madison, NH
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
We had a lovely time on the pond, although our stay was much too short. Beautiful location and views. The cottage was well equipped and very clean. The beds were very comfortable the screened room and fire pit were awesome.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
We had a great time. The views were great, and it was wonderful to be able to walk out the porch and into a canoe or kayak onto a gorgeous, quiet, serene body of water. The nights were dark and quiet. Comfortable beds, heat and hot water worked fine, a nice little gas fireplace for ambiance. And a horseshoe pitch, which was fun! Admittedly, if you're looking for luxury, this might not fit the bill. Minor concerns, overall, with screen doors or blinds or lamps that don't work very well. But we thought it was just wonderful and would stay there again!
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Nice and quiet place.
6 / 10Average·Jul 2025
upon arrival the screen to the kitchen door hanging off - so getting things in was difficult ( we couldn't have the door open due to bugs ) the inside of cottage was clean but the screen porch is a mess, screens broken, dirty stained chairs , 2 vacuum cleaners just sitting there and the sills of framing all mildewed . As I booked this I was so embarrassed. The saving grace was the view and the beach/dock and kayaks...
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9.4Outstanding
(59 Ratings)
"We had a lovely time on the pond, although our stay was much too short. Beautiful location and views. The cottage was well equipped and very clean. The beds were very comfortable the screened room and..."
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