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Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Smart TV, streaming services
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 774 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more

Welcome to NH’s natural playground where the Pemi River meanders through the White Mountains. There’s an amazing array of fun things to do nearby.

Within 20 minutes, find 55 hiking trails, climbing areas, equestrian centers, and riverside fun. Bike along peaceful roads, crisscross rivers, & traverse covered bridges. Stop to fish & swim.

Enjoy local restaurants: craft brews, pubs, family fare, & fine dining - there's something for every palate! Or just relax; enjoy your cozy accommodations.
Experience a historic tradition celebrating over 350 years with a Candlelight Stroll at Strawbery Banke Museum
Hound's Nest is the perfect place for you, your family, and your friends to get away. Hound’s Nest welcomes guests into its warm woodsy décor and soaring post & beam construction. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by a peaceful paradise. Enter the spacious screened-in porch; rest on a rocking chair; sit at the dining table – please enjoy the birdsong.

Now, enter through the main door, one can’t help but look up and marvel at the gorgeous post-and-beam construction – it takes you back to a by-gone era of quality craftsmanship. Guests are wrapped in the warm wood finishes. Plenty of space for family and friends to gather and spread out at Hound’s Nest. Two living rooms book-end the eat-in kitchen. Tucked away behind the stairway is the main floor bedroom. Climb the stairs to the second bedroom and sleeping loft that overlooks the kitchen and living room.

Hound’s Nest wraps you in the peaceful blanket of the New Hampshire woodlands, and yet nearby fun abounds!

Come to Hound’s Nest and enjoy all the fun Stinson Lake & Stinson Mountain offer. Stinson Lake, a deep-water, glacier lake, is one of the few NH lakes without parasitic plants; its waters boast 25-foot visibility. Perfect for water play – fish, boat, paddle, and swim in Stinson Lake’s refreshing, clear water. Good news! Guests of Hound’s Nest enjoy access to Stinson Lake via the community’s deck.

Hound’s Nest is close to Stinson Mountain, a lesser-known peak of New Hampshire’s White Mountains. As with all White Mountain National Forest venues, guests can enjoy hiking, climbing, & mountaineering. With an elevation of 2,890 feet, Stinson Mountain has some family-friendly walks that lead to great views! Prefer to ride? Hound’s Nest is surrounded by peaceful winding country roads – take a ride and enjoy! Prefer spelunking? Hound’s Nest is less than 15 minutes to Polar Caves Park. Prefer Rock Climbing? Rattlesnake Mountain is just 15 minutes from Hound's Nest.

After a day of adventure, return to Hound’s Nest to relax and enjoy family and friends. Hang out on the screened-in porch – gather around the large dining table: enjoy dinner, play board games, or make a puzzle. Prefer comfy conversation: the front living room provides cozy seating for conversation over cocktails. Prefer to watch a show? The back living room provides a big screen, smart TV. Watch your favorite streaming services!

As your evening winds down, Hound’s Nest comfortably sleeps 7 guests in 2 bedrooms and a sleeping loft. Each bedroom has a Queen bed; the sleeping loft has 3 Twin beds. With a blend of queen and twin beds, Hound’s Nest easily accommodates couples, singles, and kids. 1 full bath with a walk-in shower rounds out the accommodations.

Have a furry family member? Hounds Nest will host a small to medium sized dog. Please contact your host to make arrangements. A pet fee will apply.

***** Hound’s Nest Accommodation Highlights:
- Lake Access: 5-minute walk to Community Docks & Decks: bring your boat, kayak, canoe, paddle board, fishing gear or picnic
- Fun Entertainment: Hi Speed WiFi, Big Screen Smart TV, & Board Games
- Open Living Space: Two living rooms – plenty of comfy seating for everyone
- Mobility-Friendly: After climbing a few stairs, the main floor provides a bedroom, a bathroom, and living space.
- Fully-equipped kitchen with full size appliances
- Kitchen has a coffee maker, blender, toaster, dishwasher & more!
- Laundry: Full-size washer & dryer in the basement
- Parking: Private driveway accommodates up to 4 cars, or 2 cars and a small boat (<22-feet) trailer
- Large Screened-in Porch: Enjoy the evening mountain air
- Central AC and Central Heat ensures you're comfortable in any season.

***** SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Maximum Occupancy – 7)
Main Floor Bedroom (Sleeping Capacity – 2)
** Queen Bed
** Bedside Tables with Lamps
** Bureau
** Large Closet

Second Floor Bedroom (Sleeping Capacity – 2)
** Queen Bed
** Bedside Tables with Lamps
** Bureau
** Smart TV

Second Floor Loft (Sleeping Capacity – 3)
** 3 Twin Beds

Bathroom Facilities
** 1 Full bathroom with walk-in shower on the main level
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Mobility Friendly Property: This home is considered mobility friendly, because it meets the following criteria:
1) One floor living is possible - at least 1 bedroom and 1 full bath are on the main living level.
2) Few stairs (6 or less) to enter the main living level.
3) Easy access bathing: either a walk-in shower or grab bar to assist with entering a tub/shower combination.
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About iTrip NH Properties
- Smoking is strictly prohibited. Guests will be fined & immediately evicted for smoking or vaping in the home or on the property.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
These are cause for eviction with no refund. If any damage impacts our ability to offer the home for future guests, you will be held liable.
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Amenities:
-Each of property features a starter set of supplies for guests which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, & hand soap.
-The beds are fully made & ready for your arrival with freshly laundered linens. A set of towels for each registered guest are included in the rental rate.
- For family friendly homes, children's furnishings are available for an additional charge (as availability permits).
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Visiting like a local means being neighborly. Please be respectful of the owner's home and considerate of the neighbors at all times.

Property manager

Liann DiMare

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Hounds Nest
Stinson Lake House
8719

About the neighborhood

Map
Rumney, NH

What's nearby

  • Stinson Lake - 8 min walk
  • Polar Caves Park - 14 min drive
  • Owl's Nest Resort & Golf Club - 30 min drive
  • Loon Mountain Ski Resort - 42 min drive
  • Ice Castles - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plain Jane's Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Moose Scoops Ice Cream - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Rumney Rocks Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Miss K's Homemade Ice Cream - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Common Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of White Mountain National Forest and Stinson Lake. Mary Baker Eddy Historic House and Rattlesnake Mountain are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hideout in the woods!
The place was fabulous, and I loved the location. My only negative comments would be 1) that the laundry facilities are in a basement only accessible from outside, so I didn't do any laundry since it was raining; and 2) most of the beds are up rather steep stairs, but probably not a problem for folks younger than our old knees. We just used the one downstairs bedroom. Otherwise, the place was well-furnished, comfortable, secluded and quiet. I'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away and relax!
Amazing location away from the main stream traffic. Property was supplied with all the essentials and provided a quiet retreat that we would gladly visit again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Retreat
We enjoyed our stay at the Hound’s Nest. The cottage was well-appointed for our visit, providing everything we could need. The Lake Stinson/Rumney area is beautiful and the weather was perfect for walking, fishing, swimming and hiking, as well as evening campfires. We deducted some stars because the cleaning company failed to remove the trash and recycling of the previous guests. It took several days and several texts to the management service to have it removed. But other than that, it was a perfect stay and wonderful getaway for our family over the extended holiday.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Arti D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great comfortable home
The home was clean and had all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paweł Ł.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paul
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

robin s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Holiday Destination
Home is well maintained and quirky. Only complaint and it's super minor was the lack of snow removal. We enjoyed our Thanksgiving holiday weekend and would love to come back during the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary f., Dearborn, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The home was clean and had all the kitchen equipment we needed. Questions to the manager were promptly answered. We found the location to work out very well, as there were plenty of hiking trails within 30 minutes and a couple of small towns nearby to visit as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin
We stayed for PSU homecoming weekend and plan to stay again soon . House was spotless when we arrived and had everything we needed. We loved the joinery woodwork inside and screened in porch was great for morning coffee . The drive in is classic New England.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P., East Hartland, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time!
Perfect spot for the family to hang. Had terrible weather so spent a good portion just hanging out inside playing games with the kids and made most of our meals at the house. Everyone had a great time and the house was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mellow
The kids loved the house. My wife loved the house. We had a relaxing stay off the beaten track.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay close to White Mountain National Forest
We had a great stay at this well maintained, spacious cabin in the woods. Everything was as advertised and both checkin and checkout were easy. 2 notes of advice: It is several miles off the beaten path -- get groceries before you make your way from Rt. 3 or Rt. 93. Also it is a solid 45 min from Franconia Notch State Parks -- if that is part of your day, budget that time into your travel. All in all, totally positive and would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hounds Nest is wonderful
We stayed the week up at Lake Stinson and it was fantastic. Hounds Nest is a beautiful home and it is well equipped with everything you may need. House was comfortable and very clean. Easy enough to walk to the lake to swim and fish. Nice little welcome package of water and wine was a very nice touch! We have friends that own a home just down the street so it was a perfect location for us to be close to them as well. I highly recommend this place. Everything about it was super easy. We will be back next summer for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jesus z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
Enjoyed our stay - easy access and check in / out process was seamless
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Loved our stay at Hounds Nest. Took the dogs to swim in the lake. It was clean and comfy. Rumney was cute and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in Rumney!
Wonderful place, very clean with all the amenities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace G., Boonton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy wooden house
The house is simply adorable. We are impressed about the wood joinery and construction of this house. We spent most of the day rock climbing in Rumney. It was nice to come home to this cozy house at the end of day. The host left bottle waters, a bottle of wine and coffee. That is a classy and considerate touch. Everything we need was in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a quiet weekend!
Great location near hiking trails and the lake. The home had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rumney
The property was perfect for us and was close to our hiking location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The house was great. It was a short walk/drive to the lake. We would definitely go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with lake short walk away!
We enjoyed our stay at this well built house. Kitchen is well stocked, beds were comfortable. Only criticism is lighting was very dim. We were in town for a wedding. Loved to come back to this house. Very quiet and relaxing. The swimming was wonderful in stinson lake. It's about 5 minute walk, a quarter mile, to the dock on the other side of the road.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Geraldine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful and clean and entering the property was very easy.
Although the house was great and we really enjoyed our stay the description of the dock area was weak it was actually right off a busy street which made having lunch at the table impossible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great piece of property
All went well and we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
Our second time staying in Rumney area. We had lots of fun on the lake ( we had brought our own floats). House very pretty & so clean and had everything we needed. We loved the screened in porch. A short walk to the lake. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mei C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for relaxing
Great location off the lake, very private. House was clean and comfortable. Nice little amenities throughout. Screened in porch was a nice extension of the space. Would definitely return in the warmer weather to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Cozy Vacation Spot
Very clean, cozy, quiet rental in a serene woodsy location. My family had been in quarantine for over a year and a half and we wanted a nice spot to rest and relax together. The location was perfect. The rental had all of the things we needed to unplug and have fun together. There were board games and cards available for use as well as a fire pit. We brought folding chairs to use near the fire pit...there is no seating provided by the fire pit so just bring a couple soccer mom chairs and all is well. It was a really nice place to connect with family and recharge. I'm sure we will visit again. This was a perfect home away from home. The Polar Caves are close and the General Store in Rumney had eggs, milk, craft beer and all of the things you may need to avoid a big trip to the grocery store. I almost don't want to tell you how great this property is for fear it won't be available to rent again when we want to come back..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021