Charming Lake Cottage est 1903! Private and relaxing waterfront, family fun!

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Rindge, NH

Cathedral of the Pines16 min walk
Franklin Pierce University13 min drive
Monadnock State Park24 min drive
Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Called "A little slice of heaven" by one renter, this scenic property we call Higher Ground captures the beauty of rural New England. The cabin is a modernized 1903 cottage with 1100 square feet of comfortable living space that includes three bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and one full bathroom. Fully furnished and delightfully decorated, the living room contains an American Leather sleeper sectional (in fabric and a queen plus size pull out bed) with maximum seating for relaxing. The sizeable screened front porch is also furnished and a great place to watch the exquisite sunsets or enjoy the lake and mountain views. Other amenities include washer, dryer, iron, stove and microwave. Outside, there is a wide 1300 foot hiking trail down to the private lakefront beach. Two kayaks and two paddle boards are available for fishing or recreation. There is a small sand box for the kids as well as a wonderful place to swim, have fun, picnic and relax. With an occasional chime of church bells from Cathedral of the Pines, Higher Ground is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the beautiful creation.

Property manager

Ryan Townsend

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Lake is not too close for kids = parents enjoy!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The barn is off limits.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Rindge

Located in Rindge, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. The Monadnock Center for History and Culture and Peterborough Players are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cathedral of the Pines and Jaffrey Civic Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Ava Marie Handmade Chocolates and Rhododendron State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rindge, NH

What's nearby

Cathedral of the Pines - 16 min walk
Contoocook Lake - 11 min drive
Franklin Pierce University - 13 min drive
Jowder's Cove Beach - 13 min drive
Monadnock State Park - 24 min drive

Getting around

Fitchburg Station - 27 min drive
Nashua, NH (ASH-Nashua Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 14 min drive
Dublin Taproom & Eatery - 18 min drive
Kimball Farm - 11 min drive
Dunkin' - 11 min drive
Thorndike Pond - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lake Cottage est 1903! Private and relaxing waterfront, family fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Olesya B.

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay

This is our third stay at Higher Ground for our family of four, and this stay has been just as wonderful as our previous ones. It's a well-appointed, beautiful, and peaceful property. Some of the highlights for us included having breakfast on the porch, fishing and kayaking on the lake, and spending our evenings by the firepit grilling hotdogs, eating smores and stargazing. We are looking forward to our next stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

1 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Ryan’s property is beautiful and peaceful. Its exactly what I would describe as a perfect summer getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid K.

28 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Staying at Higher Ground is like being transported to a retreat. The property is so expansive, secluded, and scenic. Right from the house is a view of Mt Monadnock and the lake down the hill. The sunsets over the lake were breathtaking. The house itself is a rustic-style cottage but with all the comforts and decor of a cozy resort. The furniture was nice, lots of great seating. We loved using the fireplace on chilly mornings and evenings. The beds and pillows were very comfortable, we all slept so well. Everything was very clean, and the kitchen had everything we needed. All communication was easy and quick. We enjoyed the little hike down to the water to enjoy the lakeside, it’s so great how much room there was to wander around on the property alone. We spent our last morning sitting outside on the screened in porch and found it hard to leave. Thank you Ryan and Heidi for a great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olesya B.

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay

We stayed at this property last year and loved it so much we came back again. Great location, so peaceful with lots of room for our kids to run around. The house is beautiful, extremely well-stocked with anything you might need. We used the firepit every night, kayaked, fished, and just enjoyed the peace and quiet on the porch. We will definitely be visiting again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeaneane M., Austin

27 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best we've ever rented!

Really lovely 'camp' cottage! So cozy and welcoming inside. Well appointed with necessities and 'toys' and great opportunities for nature viewing and outdoor fun in the water. Wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful, peaceful place and attentive hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Townsend

Higher Ground is owned by Ryan and Heidi Townsend. It is a retreat home that is used for meeting family and friends. We own a furniture and design business and have a passion for creating spaces people will enjoy and love. We decorated Higher Ground with the goal of making it functional as well as serene and beautiful. We hope you come and enjoy this little slice of heaven as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

I (Heidi) was raised in Rindge and while returning home to visit family, I stumbled on this beautiful property in 1996. It was nostalgic and reminded me of a summer cottage my parents had owned when I was young. Higher Ground was originally built by a professor from Boston College in 1903 as a summer home. It still had some of his original belongings in the barn in 1996. I instantly fell in love with the charm of the cottage and the beauty of the landscape. Since it borders Cathedral of the Pines, the first day I was there I heard the chimes playing. Instantly, I felt a heavenly tranquility that is still there to this day. It holds some of my most treasured memories raising my children: horseback riding the many trails nearby, canoeing on the lake, hiking, campfires in the evening, swimming in the early mornings and just relaxing! It truly is a retreat from the hustle and bustle of a fast paced life. We hope it will be that for you too. Blessings!

What makes this property unique

This property is on a paved road but is completely secluded. It has a 6 acre field as well as beautiful woods to explore. The lake has a 50 foot cleared beach area and has no public access, making it quiet and serene.

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