Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach

Beachfront castle in Gilford with a water park

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Exterior
Marina
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gilford, NH
  • Place, Lake Winnipesaukee
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Gilford

A family-friendly stay in Gilford awaits you at this castle. You'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Lake Winnipesaukee and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Ellacoya State Park. Highlights at this beachfront castle include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site water park. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a games room and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Gilford castle include Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Gunstock Mountain Resort.

What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Weirs Beach - 11 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 24 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ellacoya Barn & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cackling Crow Tavern & Grille - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach

Bring your boat to our Deep-water Boathouse and Experience 'The Lincoln Cottage'.

Perched high above The Broads, this Gilford landmark offers unsurpassed views from every room and its expansive decks. Designed to entertain, this period home offers all the modern amenities expected in a fine home, with the appointments and detailed charm of yesteryear. Enjoy 215 ft of private shoreline, a grand boat house with a 30' slip and a 24' slip.
The Living Room features a large wood burning Fieldstone Fireplace and also has a discrete 7.2 Channel THX Ultra 4K Bluetooth Receiver and a Large fully articulating Sony Screen.
The large Professional eat-in Kitchen on the fist floor has 2 Thermador Professional Ranges sporting 10 burners, as well as a double wall oven. There is a total of 5 Ovens and 2 Dishwashers in this kitchen and there is another full kitchen on the third floor as well. Around the corner from the kitchen is a Large Dining room featuring a banquet size table and many available chairs.
A Field Stone Wood Burning Fireplace, Chesterfield style leather furniture and the Yahama Claranova piano complete the the Living Room.
The traditional Four Bedrooms are all on the second floor; all Bedrooms have Queen Beds, one has a Twin Bunk, a Queen and Twin as well. The Large Office/Bedroom has a Desk, a Queen Platform and a Queen Sofa Bed. The 3rd level Multi-Purpose room has a Pool Table, a Bandstand with Drums, Bass and Lead guitars, plus one Twin Bed, a kitchen and a walk in Luxury Shower.
The views from this property are breathtaking.
The Home is across a 25mph neighborhood road from the waterfront with a driveway across the street and leads down to the water.
There is a waterfront swimming area where the natural ledge slopes gently into the lake, providing a natural Beach with walkout gently sloping ledge and a natural stone bench.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Playground
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed on the deck, disposal required
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Office

Policies

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs considered

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No commercial activities! Family events welcomed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the deck, disposal required

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: No commercial activities! Family events welcomed.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. Note from host: No commercial activities! Family events welcomed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach?

The closest beach to Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach is Weirs Beach (6.6 km).

Does Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach have a pool?

No, this castle doesn't have a pool.

Does Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach?

No, Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.