Quiet Lake Cabin w/ Kayaks, Firepit, Bunkhouse, near Hiking

Gilmanton Iron Works, New Hampshire
$319 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Leave the hustle and bustle behind. With most neighbors seasonal, winter turns the area into your own snowy oasis. Follow the quiet, dirt road to our clean cabin nestled among the pines. It's perfect for small families, couples, or friends looking to ski, snowshoe, explore, and return to a cozy warm cabin in the evenings.

** Inside the Cabin **
- 2 Bedrooms (sleeps 4 comfortably)
- 1 Bathroom
- Cozy living room with wood stove
- Small but well-equipped kitchen with coffee bar
- Three-season porch for game nights
- Nostalgic kids’ bunkhouse with DVDs + Nintendo GameCube
- Mini splits keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter

** Outdoor Living **
- Private deck with peekaboo lake views
- Outdoor shower (May 1 through Oct 1)
- Firepit with Adirondack chairs & s’mores nights
- BBQ grill + space for yard games
- Kayaks (2 included) with carts for transport

** SHARED Lake Access **
Waterfront is a flat 3–5-minute walk on a dirt road. While there is NO sandy beach, guests love:
- Swimming and kayaking from the gradual, clear water entry
- Fishing in peaceful surroundings
- Mountain views of the Belknap Range
- We set chairs right in the water

See photos in the listing to get a feel for the waterfront area.

For sand play, head to Gilmanton Town Beach (
** Nearby Adventures **
- Check slednh.evtrails.com for snowmobile trails (closest ~ 1.5 miles)
- Gunstock Mountain (25 min) – adventure park, ziplining, scenic lift rides
- Alton Bay (15 min) – restaurants, boat rentals
- Loudon Motor Speedway (20 min)
- Mount Major (20 min) – one of NH’s most popular hikes
- Weirs Beach & Funspot (35 min)
- Bank NH Pavilion, Gilford (30 min) – tons of concerts

** Day trips **
- Portsmouth (1 hr)
- Franconia Notch (1 hr)
- North Conway (1.5 hrs)

** Essentials **
- Iron Works Market – 5 min
- Grocery store & laundromat – 15 min

Whether you’re cozying up for a movie night, listening to the kids play in the bunkhouse, or swapping stories around the firepit, Little Bear Lodge is about slowing down and reconnecting in nature.

We can’t wait to host you!

** OF NOTE **

WINTER: We are on a private dirt road. It is flat but 4WD is recommended depending on the snow cover.

WiFi and Apple TV are offered for Guests to use their own streaming accounts (NO CABLE).

Bunkhouse is CLOSED November 1 through May 1.

Outdoor shower is CLOSED October 1 through May 1.

We love our pups but must be mindful of insurance and allergies. Pets are negotiable - please reach out if you’d like to bring your pet. $100.00 Pet Fee.

Travel insurance is recommended. Refunds are not provided for weather or other unforeseen circumstances outside the cancellation policy.

Unauthorized overnight guests will be charged $200.00 per person.

WAIVER & RELEASE of LIABILITY: The owners urge all guests to use the property’s features, facilities, and its grounds, including shared water access, in the safest manner. Use of all features, including but not limited to use of stairs, grounds, lofts, bunkbeds, decks, Kayaks, floats, and appliances are done at the guest’s sole risk. Guests understand that they are fully responsible for use of all features and owners shall not be liable to guest for any claims related to illnesses, demands, injuries, damages, or actions arising out of or in connection with misuse of facilities, natural events/disasters, or general accidents on facility grounds. Guests choosing to use the firepit agree to do so safely and in accordance with house rules. Guests who decide to use the shared waterfront understand there is an inherent danger around water. Guests understand owners are not to be held responsible for damaged or loss personal property. Guest hereby hold owners harmless from any/all claims brought against them. Guest understands that by booking a reservation they are effectively agreeing to the terms of this Waiver and Release of Liability.

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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 750 Sq Ft (70 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Gwen C.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 30, 2026

    We really did enjoy our stay here! There were only a few things that could’ve made it more enjoyable. There are a lot of rules, to the point where we felt anxious about stuff so it was a little difficult to fully relax. The overhead lights in the main bedroom and bathroom flicker badly. I could not use the main bathroom light. There was trash left in the outside bin so I ended up changing someone else’s trash. Also, there is a neighbor by the lake access that made us a little uncomfortable, mainly because he just came out and stared at us and didn’t even wave or attempt to make us feel like we weren’t doing anything wrong. People should definitely be aware of neighbors that aren’t the friendliest. It was ominous almost! I was told by the host that he was hard of hearing, but he could clearly see that my brother was trying to communicate with him and say hello and he just ignored him completely. This is my honest review and when I am expected to pay a lot of money for a stay/cleaning fee, I do also expect to relax a little more. Kayla and Tom are very kind and responsive and the property is quite charming!

  • Alex B.

    Submitted May 25, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Very nice place. My wife, dog, and I enjoyed it a ton!

  • Kenneth P.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 17, 2026

    Everything was fine no complaints only issue was the size of the shower quite small and uncomfortable. Overall had a great time and enjoyed our stay.

  • Janine P.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Had a great time.

  • robin b.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    This property was a great find! We traveled to the area to visit our son with no real knowledge of this region. Crystal Lake is a quiet community with all of your lake needs away from the larger and busier lakes. The cottage was VERY clean, quiet and with access to kayaks and a fire pit (just as described). The all weather porch was perfect for the one day of rain we had, with tons of board games for us to enjoy. The water access is a short walk from the cabin. It does feel like you are walking on someone’s property, but I assure you are not. The water was so clean and clear and perfect for kayaking, swimming and fishing. Weirs Beach and Alton Bay were only a short drive with so much to do there. If you love to Thrift shop - Laconia has the best Salvation Army I’ve ever been to across the South, Southwest, and Northern States. If you need a salty beach - ME is only a 1.5h drive - the water is clear and frigid, but worth it on a hot day. The hosts are super easy to contact and very responsive. Don’t hesitate to book this property if you are going to be in the area. Hurry before you miss out.

  • Monique J.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    Great host. Easy check in.

  • Lauren M.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    What a lovely property! The house was just the right size, and a great escape for New England fall.

  • Wanda L.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    Loved where this cabin was located. Loved being able to walk around the area and enjoy the views. Kayla was very friendly and made us feel welcomed. Wish we had more time to stay to have a fire at night, but only there a couple of days and we made sure we were able to get a few sights/hikes in before we had to leave. Will definitely safe this location and book again when a well needed get away is needed.

  • Linda J.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    Perfect! So relaxing and exactly as described. Comfortable beds and the back sun room was exactly what was needed to spread out. The fire pit was so relaxing while we watched deer come near the property. We brought bikes and explored the lake riding all around it. Will definitely be back ❤️

  • Stephen G.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    Very nice, clean cabin. A/C really helped considering how hot it was.

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$319+
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