Chalet in Madison, NH
7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this chalet rental
"So close to the water's edge you could practically fish from the deck." That's what guests say about Idylweiss Chalet, our pond-side chalet in Eidelweiss Village, 15 minutes from North Conway. Mornings on the deck with the loons calling across Little Pea Porridge Pond. Afternoons on the private sandy beach with the canoe and kayak. Sleeps seven across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A short drive to Storyland, ski resorts, and the Kancamagus Highway.
Our chalet sits in a private alpine community on Little Pea Porridge Pond, a non-motorized lake we share with a small group of cabin neighbors. Family-owned and hosted for over a decade, the chalet runs year-round: swimming and canoeing in summer, snowshoe walks and ice skating in winter, foliage drives in fall.
Our chalet is two stories with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level has the open kitchen, dining, and living area under vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, plus one bedroom and a full bathroom. Sliding glass doors off the main level open to the upper deck overlooking the pond. The lower walkout level has two more bedrooms (one with a queen, one with a bunk), the second full bathroom, a second living area with a futon, the laundry, and a screened porch facing the water.
The deck and the beach are where the chalet opens up. The upper deck overlooks the pond with outdoor dining and a BBQ for slow mornings and evening cookouts. The backyard is directly on the water's edge offering a private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs, a canoe, a kayak, and a fire pit (permit required use of pit has an additional fee) The lower screened porch faces the water for a quieter spot to sit through a summer storm or watch the sunset.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge
• Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond
• Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond
• Lower screened porch facing the water
• Fire pit on the beach (permit required)
• Outdoor shower
• Mini-split AC
• WiFi and cable TV
• Games console
• Backup generator
• 15 minutes to North Conway, short drive to Storyland and ski resorts
BEDROOMS(3)
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs)
Double bed
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs)
• Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Downstairs)
• Twin-over-full bunk bed (sleeps 3)
Additional Sleeping Spot
Downstairs Living Room
• Futon (sleeps 1–2)
BATHROOMS (2)
Bathroom 1
• Tub-shower combo
• Stocked with bathroom essentials
Bathroom 2
• Walk-in shower
• Stocked with bathroom essentials
Kitchen & Dining
• Stainless fridge, electric range with oven, microwave, and dishwasher
• Keurig coffee maker (K-cups not supplied) and kettle
• Fully stocked with cooking basics, glassware, dishes, and cutlery
• Dining table seats five to six
• Breakfast bar with additional seating
• Outdoor dining on the upper deck
Living Areas
Main Floor Living Area
• Sectional seating for the group
• Smart TV with cable and streaming apps
Downstairs Living Area
• Futon seating (doubles as additional sleeping)
• Smart TV with cable and streaming apps
• Stocked throughout: Books, games, and a games console for slow afternoons
Outdoors & Patio
• Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond
• Lower screened porch facing the water
• Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge
• Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond
• Fire pit on the beach (permit required)
• Outdoor shower
EXTRAS
• Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival
• High-speed WiFi throughout the chalet
• Smart TV with streaming apps
• Private washer and dryer
• Mini-split AC and main heating system
• Backup generator covers the entire house
• Driveway parking on the property
• Hair dryer, iron, bed linens, and bath towels stocked
• cell phone service can be inconsistent in the area but switching on WiFi calling allows for signal.
GUEST ACCESS
Guests have full use of our chalet and the outdoor space around it, including the upper deck, lower screened porch, private sandy beach, canoe, kayak, lifejackets, and outdoor shower. The fire pit on the beach requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf (additional fee, seasonal). Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival. Driveway parking for four vehicles on the property.
HOUSE RULES
• Check-in after 4 PM, checkout by 10 AM
• 7 guests maximum (additional fee per guest over 4)
• Quiet hours 9 PM - 9 AM
• Shoes off inside the property
• No pets, please
• No smoking or vaping indoors — a $500 cleaning fee applies if the smell of smoke is detected inside the cottage. Please smoke outside and dispose of cigarette butts properly.
• No parties or events
• Trash must be taken to the Madison Transfer Station ($5 per bag) or taken with you upon checkout.
FAQs
• The fire pit requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf, with an additional fee. Submit through the guest portal in advance. Not available in winter.
• Coffee maker is a Keurig; K-cups are not provided.
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are not provided; we recommend packing your own.
• House towels stay inside the chalet; we recommend packing beach towels for swimming.
• Pack and Play available onsite.
• If you need anything at all, have any issues or questions, you are welcome to contact me either through VRBO or on my cell phone supplied via text/call.
Our chalet sits in a private alpine community on Little Pea Porridge Pond, a non-motorized lake we share with a small group of cabin neighbors. Family-owned and hosted for over a decade, the chalet runs year-round: swimming and canoeing in summer, snowshoe walks and ice skating in winter, foliage drives in fall.
Our chalet is two stories with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level has the open kitchen, dining, and living area under vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, plus one bedroom and a full bathroom. Sliding glass doors off the main level open to the upper deck overlooking the pond. The lower walkout level has two more bedrooms (one with a queen, one with a bunk), the second full bathroom, a second living area with a futon, the laundry, and a screened porch facing the water.
The deck and the beach are where the chalet opens up. The upper deck overlooks the pond with outdoor dining and a BBQ for slow mornings and evening cookouts. The backyard is directly on the water's edge offering a private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs, a canoe, a kayak, and a fire pit (permit required use of pit has an additional fee) The lower screened porch faces the water for a quieter spot to sit through a summer storm or watch the sunset.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge
• Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond
• Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond
• Lower screened porch facing the water
• Fire pit on the beach (permit required)
• Outdoor shower
• Mini-split AC
• WiFi and cable TV
• Games console
• Backup generator
• 15 minutes to North Conway, short drive to Storyland and ski resorts
BEDROOMS(3)
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs)
Double bed
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs)
• Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Downstairs)
• Twin-over-full bunk bed (sleeps 3)
Additional Sleeping Spot
Downstairs Living Room
• Futon (sleeps 1–2)
BATHROOMS (2)
Bathroom 1
• Tub-shower combo
• Stocked with bathroom essentials
Bathroom 2
• Walk-in shower
• Stocked with bathroom essentials
Kitchen & Dining
• Stainless fridge, electric range with oven, microwave, and dishwasher
• Keurig coffee maker (K-cups not supplied) and kettle
• Fully stocked with cooking basics, glassware, dishes, and cutlery
• Dining table seats five to six
• Breakfast bar with additional seating
• Outdoor dining on the upper deck
Living Areas
Main Floor Living Area
• Sectional seating for the group
• Smart TV with cable and streaming apps
Downstairs Living Area
• Futon seating (doubles as additional sleeping)
• Smart TV with cable and streaming apps
• Stocked throughout: Books, games, and a games console for slow afternoons
Outdoors & Patio
• Upper deck with outdoor dining and BBQ overlooking the pond
• Lower screened porch facing the water
• Private sandy beach with Adirondack chairs at the water's edge
• Canoe, kayak, and lifejackets stocked for use on the pond
• Fire pit on the beach (permit required)
• Outdoor shower
EXTRAS
• Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival
• High-speed WiFi throughout the chalet
• Smart TV with streaming apps
• Private washer and dryer
• Mini-split AC and main heating system
• Backup generator covers the entire house
• Driveway parking on the property
• Hair dryer, iron, bed linens, and bath towels stocked
• cell phone service can be inconsistent in the area but switching on WiFi calling allows for signal.
GUEST ACCESS
Guests have full use of our chalet and the outdoor space around it, including the upper deck, lower screened porch, private sandy beach, canoe, kayak, lifejackets, and outdoor shower. The fire pit on the beach requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf (additional fee, seasonal). Self check-in via lockbox; code sent before arrival. Driveway parking for four vehicles on the property.
HOUSE RULES
• Check-in after 4 PM, checkout by 10 AM
• 7 guests maximum (additional fee per guest over 4)
• Quiet hours 9 PM - 9 AM
• Shoes off inside the property
• No pets, please
• No smoking or vaping indoors — a $500 cleaning fee applies if the smell of smoke is detected inside the cottage. Please smoke outside and dispose of cigarette butts properly.
• No parties or events
• Trash must be taken to the Madison Transfer Station ($5 per bag) or taken with you upon checkout.
FAQs
• The fire pit requires a permit submitted by the owners on the guest's behalf, with an additional fee. Submit through the guest portal in advance. Not available in winter.
• Coffee maker is a Keurig; K-cups are not provided.
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are not provided; we recommend packing your own.
• House towels stay inside the chalet; we recommend packing beach towels for swimming.
• Pack and Play available onsite.
• If you need anything at all, have any issues or questions, you are welcome to contact me either through VRBO or on my cell phone supplied via text/call.
Amenities at Pond-Side Chalet • Private Beach • Canoe & Kayak • Sleeps 7 • Near Storyland
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Madison, NH
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
House was cozy, well appointed, spotlessly clean and just as advertised on the site. We had a wonderful visit and would love to visit again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Beautiful home facing the lake. Perfect for a family getaway!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
We had a lovely stay in Madison this summer! The house was very clean, no bugs inside (hard to get in NH!), and the kitchen was well stocked with the dishes and paper products we needed. Having a dishwasher and the included pods, as well as a washer/dryer and detergent was fantastic!We had an issue with the bees outside (as did the entire town apparently), and due to a drought, we were not able to use the fire pit at all, which was dictated by the fire warden. Neither of these were the fault of the property owner but wanted to note them separately.The property owner was very communicative and their expectations of us were clearly detailed in their documents. Items to note: you will need to get approvals from the fire warden to have any fires (the permit costs money), there are no beach towels provided, and you will need to take your trash with you when you leave or bring them to the transfer station. Overall, we had a great time, and would stay here again!
6 / 10Average·Aug 2022
My family and I have been coming to the white mts at least once a year as a tradition ever since my oldest daughter was born. I have always rented a house from friends(that are practically family) that own a house in Eidelweiss Village. They recently sold that house and this was the first experience we have had renting from someone we did not know, also the first time booking through VRBO. This property has a fire pit, it is stated that you can use it but a permit must be attained. At the time of asking this I had no idea not only would this cost $35 dollars but you would also have to meet with the fire chief to sign papers. I no longer wished to use the firepit ( did not want to take time away from our plans to arrange a meeting and decide a specific day and time for the fire as rain was forecasted. I still needed to pay the $35 dollars for the permit even though we wouldn’t be using it. Just something to be aware of. Also there is a cleaning service and fee for this cleaning service but dishes are not included. They must be cleaned and put away. Again, this is stated but it is something to be aware of(we complied but we figured it was something that would be included with the cleaning fee). Lastly, upon arrival at this property my husband and I noticed that the screen closest to the front door had popped at the seam, and the rubber trim was dangling. I am not expecting perfection when I enter anyone’s house, and as a first time renter to a stranger I never even thought to bring it up or report it. It was to my surprise that not long after we checked out I received a message regarding a claim that would be submitted for damages and a question of how it occured. I responded through messenger but also called the owner(Patrick) immediately, as this claim was $375. Though Patrick was respectful and I explained that this was the condition upon arrival, that nothing was altered or damaged, we did not leave trash out, everyone in the house was respectful of his property, I am still having to accept responsibility for these damages as he wasn’t sure what else to do and the previous renters and housekeeper claimed it was not in that condition an hour before our arrival. Please please please report anything even small things because I was not aware this could happen to me in this case and it really put a damper on a vacation that my family has been looking forward too. I will be hesitant to rent from people I do not know because of this.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(26 Ratings)
"House was cozy, well appointed, spotlessly clean and just as advertised on the site. We had a wonderful visit and would love to visit again."
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