Lake house for family fun & relaxation - game room, fire pit, deck, & dock

Escape to this spacious, 3 bedroom plus loft lakefront log home, tucked away in a peaceful cove on 700 acre, Balch Lake. With an open concept living area, deck, firepit, game room and private dock, this serene retreat offers comfortable gathering and sleeping for 8 and year-round enjoyment in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.

The space:
The open-concept living space features a dramatic 24-foot fireplace, 65-inch smart TV, dining area, loft with poker/game table and well-appointed kitchen with breakfast bar, making it easy to prepare and gather for memorable meals, play games, or enjoy movie nights. Enjoy the full-length deck overlooking the lake and firepit for relaxing or grilling and the large screened porch with dining table for games or alfresco meals. Ample space available for gathering, games, quiet time, reading, puzzles, and crafts.

The second floor features a relaxing primary suite with spa-like bath featuring a 2-person jetted tub, separate shower, comfortable queen bed and balcony. The loft area offers versatile space with a game table and queen futon.

In the unfinished basement entertainment room, challenge friends on the 14-foot shuffleboard table, aim for bullseyes at the dart board, enjoy the ping pong or foosball table and nostalgic arcade with 60 classic games, then wind down by the cozy wood stove with TV and 100+ movie library. For a workout, use the Bowflex and free weights.

Comfortable sleeping for 8+ guests with 3 bedrooms plus loft includes:
• Second floor primary suite: queen bed and en-suite bath
• Second bedroom on main floor offers queen bed
• Third bedroom on main floor offers a double bunk (twin over double and twin trundle)
• Loft offers a queen futon

Outdoors, relax by the firepit with lake views, gaze at the stars, or head down to your private dock. Explore the lake in the provided canoe, paddleboard, single and tandem kayaks or take a leisurely 4-person paddleboat cruise. Then, challenge your crew to a game of cornhole, volleyball, or badminton.

The Area:
Just a short drive away, you'll find a variety of restaurants and local gems— Knotty Pine and BlueBay Seafood & Steaks (5 mins), Poor People's Pub and Tumbledown Farms (less than 10 minutes), an alpaca farm (8 mins), many pick-your-own farms, and the picturesque town of Wolfeboro on Lake Winnipesaukee (20 mins), with dining, breweries, boutique shopping, and spas.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love the many nearby trails including Appalachian Mountain Club, Seven Lakes Snowmobile Club, or golfing at Indian Mound and Province Lake. King Pine Resort (30 minutes) offers tubing, downhill and cross-county skiing and hiking. North Conway (45 scenic minutes), offers skiing at Cranmore Mountain, outlet shopping, a vibrant food and brewery scene, hiking trails, Cog Railway, and other year-round activities.

Enjoy the seasons:
Summer adventures include swimming, boating, fishing (large mouth bass), kayaking, canoeing, hiking, pick-your-own fruit at nearby farms and more. Fall offers New England’s legendary foliage, leaf peeping and apple picking. Incredible stargazing any season, away from the city lights. Winter offers ice fishing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling from your doorstep along with skiing 30 minutes away.

Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an action-packed adventure, our lake house is perfect for creating memories with family and friends.