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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Cottage

Come enjoy a quiet and peaceful lake in Southern NH, close to exciting local attractions such as Canobie Lake Park and the new Tuscan Village. Beautiful spot on the lake in all four seasons! Sit on the deck overlooking the water and the passing kayakers, or take a dip in the lake from one of two private docks. In the Winter, the lake is a great place for ice skating, ice fishing or just talking a brisk Winter walk when the lake freezes over.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

Waterfront Cottage Salem
Waterfront Cottage Private vacation home
Waterfront Cottage Private vacation home Salem

About the area

Map
Salem, NH

What's nearby

  • Arlington Mill Reservoir - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tuscan Village Salem - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Canobie Lake Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • The Mall at Rockingham Park - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Atkinson Country Golf Course - 10 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Andover Ballardvale Station - 21 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SHS Cafeteria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Suppa’s - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage located?

Situated in Salem, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Arlington Mill Reservoir, Tuscan Village Salem, and Canobie Lake Park. The Mall at Rockingham Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Waterfront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving 2024 stay
Home was lovely, just what I was looking for. Unfortunately the lake was dry which would have been nice to know prior to arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mario & Christina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront vacation with no water in lake
The main reason we selected this property was the lake. Thats the cover picture for this place and a lot of photos touch on it. Its even called the lakefornt cottage, i believe. That is the only reason we selected this place. Much to our dismay, when we arrived inthe lake. We are from Texas so if this happens every winter, we have no idea. We wish the host would have told us this as we had planned activities around the lake. The water also smelled like metal when I showered or washed my hands. I read that th this happens in NH with the water and means the ststem needs a cleaning or something. I also read this was not a health hazard so thst made me feel better. Someone had posted previously of the cottage smelling musty or moldy. I have a great sense of smell and i could smell it but didnt say anything to my damily. My husband later commented saying he smelled it so for him to smell it too with his bad allergies means something. Other than this the cottage is well updated and i believe with a little maintaince it has a lot of potentional. Oh, and the cleaning staff may want to slow down on how quickly they wash the dishes. We found a few forks with food stuck to them. We would stay again if theres water in the lake. tlake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect size house for our family trip
The rental was clean and had the perfect location. I love the lake in the back with the kayaks and the fire pit. This rental is about 40 minutes from Boston and 40 minutes to an hour from Salem depending on traffic. Around 2 and a half hours from the white mountains. Cons: I wish there was a washing machine and dryer on property, would have made it easier for me since I have a baby that is spitting up all over his clothes. I wish they had a play-yard available for those traveling with a baby, I had to put him on the bed with me
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The location was wonderful for our long weekend for our daughter's wedding nearby. We enjoyed the kayaks, sitting outside and watching all the birds. The kitchen had everything we needed. We could have used more bedding as there wasn't anyadditional blankets under the sofa bed. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany D.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing and beautiful
The place was beautiful and clean and so gorgeous and peaceful. If im ever in the area again will definitely be staying again. Only an hour away from Boston and Salem MA. Was able to make the most of our stay. Absolutely worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family vacation
Our family of 5 came to the cottage this summer to enjoy a relaxing week by the water and enjoy the local attractions. My kids loved the paddle boards, kayaks, and just swimming in the lake. The house was perfect size, queen size bed in one room, bunk beds in one room and a comfortable pull-out couch in a separate room. There were lots of games, books, and a large Smart TV. The kitchen was well-equipped and had a Keurig coffee machine. There was a great grocery store and rail trails for running/biking. The owner was super responsive, helpful, and accommodating. We would definitely stay again in future summers!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on the lake!!
Beautiful home by the water with everything needed to have a perfect and relaxing holiday. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Place
We stayed while visiting New Hampshire and Vermont. This property is great, we had no issues and waking up to the deck viewing the lake was wonderful for morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We celebrated a 90th birthday party/family reunion
Great location for our needs. Wonderful lakeside cottage. Clean, cute, well-equipped. We had a ball with the kayaks and paddle boards. Greg is a great communicator. When we need to, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house on VERY quiet lake
This house had literally everything we needed for a great vacation. We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to go back. Things we didn’t know we needed were already there for our use! If I had to nitpick- the ONLY thing that would have been helpful was some kind of table lamp or night light because it was so dark! That will be on our next vacation packing list though!! We didn’t want to leave when it was time to check out!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
The house is very clean, and in a great location. The back patio overlooks the lake- it was nice to sit outside and relax. Being technically challenged (lol) I had issue with thermostat and door lock but the landlord was always available and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Barre, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini vacation
We were up for a wedding and a mini vacation. This camp was perfect. Location, on a lake, house had all we needed. The AC was on when we got there on a very hot day. It was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the lake to the fullest. We brought our own kayak and paddle board. There are some there to use also. We fished and had a great time! Thank you Greg!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
We enjoyed this lakeside cottage so much last summer that we couldn’t wait to visit again this summer. Hard to believe it’s only about an hour or so from Boston. It was perfect for our family of 5. The property was well kept and right on the lake with plenty of water activities for us and the kids to enjoy (paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming in the lake). The host Greg was great and responsive. We’d love to visit again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very scenic.
We did not expect the water to be black, and did not swim in it. But this seems to be the condition of pond water in the area. Even have the Black Water Grill which was very nice. But 4 waitresses that I asked about black water could not answer the question. Camp was roomy and we slept very good on the mattress. Plenty of hot water and camp cool during the hot weather. First class entry and locks. Plenty of kayaks but did not use as we are too old. Lots of fireworks on the pond. We had to use GPS most of the time because of the difficult location.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed —Left a day early
While the house was cosmetically nice there was an issue with the odor in the house. It was definitely coming from the ductwork and probably not cleaned in a long time. There was a mixture of oil and mildew odor. Not conducive to enjoying indoors or sleeping. There was minimal furniture one being no coffee table and only one end table. The couch and recliner were very uncomfortable. The handheld shower was great if you were 6’ tall. I couldn’t reach it. Not an overall pleasant stay. However it was clean and Greg is nice. He just needs to address these issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 Excellent
Wonderful location and property. it is in a quiet neighborhood located on a waterfront. We had a great time on the water in the kayaks and spending time with family in the area. This was our second time at this cottage and plan to book it again. The immediate location has many restaurants, shopping and entertainment. It is also very close to the I-93 and I-495 highways which make it easy to travel to Boston or Maine from this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront cottage
This was a great weekend spot for my family of four, 2 adults, 2 kids. The cottage seems recently flipped and well done. Bunk beds were a hit with the kiddos and the waterfront was much more peaceful and quieter than expected. Close to plenty of food and activities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
Great stay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Getaway
Wonderful cottage in a quiet neighborhood on a nice little lake. It is a great setting and was perfect for us to decompress after spending holiday festivities with family. Greg was great to work with and provided all the communication needed to be prepared for the cottage. We are looking to book again due to the proximity to the coast, shopping and restaurants!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness
exactly as advertised
Stay was terrific. The place had everything we needed and then some. Greg was awesome to work with!! I will stay here again next trip to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy m., Paris, France

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Great Location
Was great experience in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William (Bill) S., Claremont, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Millville Lake
Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

JoseAlberto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage!
The cottage was an absolute gem! From the quiet road, to the gorgeous lake, perfect little cottage and views all within minutes to so many great attractions. We will definitely book again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023