Lakefront Sunset-Facing Cottage Private Beach-Dock Great Fishing Barrington, NH

Peaceful, private, beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with loft on Mendums Pond. Enjoy the large deck facing the water/sunsets, multi-level, sandy lot with 100 feet of private water frontage and dock.

Guests enjoy lounging on beach, swimming in the crystal clear water, exploring the lake in the 2 available kayaks and 1 canoe as well as the excellent bass fishing! Perfect for a relaxing family vacation for up to 6 guests.

The expanded, open concept A frame provides a cozy andrelaxing retreat. Cook inside in the well-equipped kitchen or grill outside. Enjoy your meals on the deck facing the water or inside at the expandable dining table.

Wake up early to enjoy the sounds and sights of loons, hummingbirds, the occasional blue herron and other wildlife as they swim and fly by. Cast a line directly from the dock to the markered rockpile where large bass love to hide and a trophy may be lurking.

Break out the sunscreen for a private day at the beach while swimming and cooling off whenever you wish. As the day passes, savor your favorite beverages and snacks on the beach, dock or large deck while enjoying gorgeous sunsets. Enjoy a movie on the living room flatscreen TV or retire with a good book to the upstairs bedroom or loft (accessible via spiral staircase) or the downstairs bedroom. Sleeping spaces combine to offer a full-sized bob-o-pedic foam mattress and 4 twin beds (2 Sleepy's foam mattresses and 2 regular).

If work cannot be avoided, utilize the desk/office area and wireless internet to connect to the workplace.

Mendums has minimal boat traffic as there is no public boat launch available on the lake. 2 kayaks and 1 canoe are available for guest use.

Mendums Pond is located within reasonable driving distance to many attractive and popular locations:
-The beaches of Maine and New Hampshire begin at just a 45 minute drive.
-Historical Portsmouth and the Isles of Shoals are located on the Pascataqua River separating New Hampshire and Maine.
-Excellent seacoast shopping starts with a short 30 minute drive to the Newington or Fox Run Malls with the outlets of Kittery Maine just 10 minutes further.
-If it's Mountains you like the White Mountain National Forest can be thoroughly explored on a day trip just 90 minutes away.
-Route 4's antique ally http://www.nhantiquealley.com/ can be accessed in just 10 minutes.
-Racing fans can enjoy the excitement all summer long at Lee Raceway (8 miles), Star Speedway (17 miles) New England Dragway (19 miles) and New Hampshire Motor Speedway (31 miles)
-Delicious fresh seafood restaurants are close by with Johnson's Seafood (12 miles), Newicks Lobster House (17 miles) and Bob's Clam Hut (26 miles). Or cook your own fresh seafood dinner with lobster, steamer clams and other fresh catch available at Market Basket (7 miles).
-Calef's Country Store est. 1869 (6 miles) is a step back in time. Their selection of delicious cheddar cheeses is a must try.
-Air transportation is available at Manchester NH's regional airport (36 miles) and Boston's Logan Airport (78 miles).
-Frisbie Memorial Hospital is located 14 miles away at 11 Whitehall Rd, Rochester, NH (603) 332-5211.

The cottage also includes: free WiFi, flat screen TV, a clothes washer and dryer, BBQ grill, kitchen with full size fridge/freezer, cooktop/stove and microwave, outdoor furniture on the deck and the beach, 2 kayaks/paddles (1 single and 1 tandem), 1 canoe and free parking for up to 3 cars.

Check in after 3 PM on the day of arrival and check out is by 11 AM on the day of departure. Check in and check out instructions will be sent after each booking.

House Rules exist for the safety of current and future guests as well as to respect the peace and privacy of neighbors and include:
-Children must be supervised at all times and cannot be left unattended by the water.
-Diving from the dock is not allowed.
-Life preservers must be worn when using kayaks and/or the canoe. Guests that choose to use the boats must bring their own life preservers.
-Parties, events and large gatherings are prohibited.
-Open fires are not allowed.
-A maximum of 6 guests are permitted after 10:00 PM when quiet hours begin.
-Overnight guests are strictly limited to a total of 6.
-A government issued photo ID, valid e-mail address and phone number are required with all bookings.
-You must be a minimum of 28 years of age to book the property. Reservations booked by guests under the age of 28 are subject to cancellation and loss of all
money paid.
-Smoking is prohibited.
-Pets are prohibited.
-A maximum of 3 vehicles may be parked at the property. Vehicles cannot be parked in front of neighboring homes. The street-side front door and parking areas are monitored by video cameras.