Big Squam Waterfront---Sleeps 12

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

Entire home

8 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Holderness, NH

Squam Lake
1 min walk
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
4 min drive
Little Squam Lake
5 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
36 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

Very Large Rental on Big Squam Lake - 8 Bedrooms-
Main house has 4 bedrooms, large fireplace, full kitchen and large porch. 'School House' has 5 bedrooms, shower bath, washer and dryer upstairs. 'School House' first floor has pool table, darts, fitness equipment, fireplace and sitting area.

Southern exposure - Full sun on dock from 9am through 8 pm.
Swim Raft
Two-person kayak, single kayaks, canoe, paddle board/windsurfer, row boat, etc available.

Main house beds
#1 Queen
#2 Twin over Full bunk bed
#3 Two Twins
#4 Queen
School house beds
#1 Full
#2 Full
#3 Two twins
#4 Two twins
#5 Two twins

Keywords: Big Squam, Southern exposure, swim raft, Squam Lake, Waterfront

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Squam Lake. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms in the vacation home.

The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
Steps from Squam Lake and a 4-minute drive from Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Karen Mulroe

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Microwave

Bedrooms

8 bedrooms

Bathrooms

1.5 bathrooms
Shower

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

TV
Pool or billiards table
Ping pong table
DVD player
Video library

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Pets

Pet friendly
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the lake
On the waterfront
Near outlet shopping

Things to do

Fitness facilities nearby
Paddleboard on site
Kayaking on site
Mountain climbing nearby
Cycling nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Winery tours nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Big Squam Waterfront---Sleeps 12 Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

7 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to simplify life and recharge

Timeless camp like a place out of time. We stayed with 3 children and an infant, were joined by cousins and grandparents, and everyone had a splendid time. The house and schoolhouse gave us plenty of space. We loved evening fires in the fireplaces. Kids loved jumping off the dock and swimming to the raft. It was a wonderful way to clear our heads and enjoy the lake.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

11 Aug 2022

Rustic and Family Friendly

We throughly enjoyed our stay. We an issue arose, Tom (handyman) responded when in minutes. I would stay again, my wife won't because. Spiders and cobwebs everywhere in and out. Spiders on covered porch where quite large. My thoughts were that was why there were so few mosquitoes. No shower in main house even an outdoor shower would have been nice. For me I

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara and Hugh M., Rochester ny

16 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable week on Squam

Our family had a wonderful week at Camp Penowee! The very best thing was to be right on pristine Squam Lake. Having access to a raft, kayaks and a canoe added to the fun. We also very much appreciated the huge porch where we ate all our meals. There are no houses nearby and having two buildings available gives a sense of space and privacy. (We certainly made use of the pool table and games in the school house.) I had been concerned before we arrived that the kitchen might be pretty small for cooking for so many. But the kitchen is bigger than it looks in the picture online. And it is stocked with everything you need. I was really happy to see that there was a second refrigerator in the school house. The property manager was extremely helpful answering emails right away. I felt very free to ask all kinds of questions beforehand. Keep in mind that this is a rustic old style camp. If you require up to date, spa-resort type facilities, this is not for you. But if you like history, privacy, natural beauty and proximity to one of the most beautiful lakes anywhere consider this camp in Holderness.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gil B.

11 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand Old Camp Right On The Shore

Rustic camp right on the water with lots of great spaces inside, a fantastic main room, with a fireplace that we used several times (was one of the coldest, wettest weeks in July that NH had seen in a long time). Owner was great about getting back to me whenever I had questions, and dispatching help as needed. I am hopeful to return next year and that the grill will be working a bit better (handyman did a major effort trying to revive) or I will resort to charcoal. Loved the canoe as well, a vintage Gruman in fantastic shape. The paddles were all in pretty poor shape, but did not have a chance to mention that to the owner since we only got good canoe weather the last day. Sunfish was broken so that was too bad, especially since it might not be possible to get parts before even next year (rest of the boat looked in great shape). Owner was great about arranging linens and house towels for us. We fly in from across the country, so bringing linens/towls/etc would be pretty awkward. Definitely helped to have those sitting there waiting for us when we arrived.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

The property was lovely - house and lakefront. The history within the house added to the experience. Squam Lake is truly special. The owner couldn't have been easier to ask questions of and responded with answers very quickly. Our family made many new memories. There was no need to leave the property all week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Foster W., West Lebanon

15 Jul 2020

Memory maker family stay on Big Squam

Classic large Squam camp which can easily accommodate large family. Private with much room for children and family dog. Great exposure with sun on the dock most of the day. Good fishing in Shadbush cove and frequent bird sightings, eagles, egrets, duck families and herons. Family had a wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

8 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Step back in time

My family had a wonderful time in big Squam lake and especially in Camp Penowee. The harkens back to a simpler time. Every inch a piece of history! We had plenty of room to spread out and relax. Evenings were perfect sitting out on the deck, listening for the loons. Great camp, beautiful spot!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019