House in Gilford, NH

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

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

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Fall Morning
Skylit Gourmet Kitchen as seen from side entry door.
The Lincoln Cottage circa 1905
Sunset due North
Driveway entrance to the Lincoln Cottage

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

5 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Gilford, NH
  • Popular LocationEllacoya State Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Winnipesaukee4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook5 min drive
  • AirportManchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1- Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2- Sleeps 5

2 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3-Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4- Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5 Sleeps 1+

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

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.

Property manager

Robert Heinrich
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

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

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs considered

Smoking

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

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
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gilford

Located in Gilford, this holiday home is on the beach. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Kellerhaus. Travelling with kids? Consider Funspot Family Fun Center and Annalee Outlet. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 4 min drive
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 4 min drive
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 5 min drive
  • Paugus Bay - 8 min drive
  • Winnipesaukee Playhouse - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Boardwalk Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
  • Tower Hill Tavern - 9 min drive
  • Wendy's - 7 min drive
  • T-BONES Great American Eatery - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winnipesaukee's Finest Waterfront Mansion w/Boathouse and Private Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gilford holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Ellacoya State Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Winnipesaukee. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best time at Lincoln Cottage
Wonderful historic property! The views are not to be believed. Robert could not be a more gracious host. The house is equipped with more than you could ever need. Robert was available to help with any issues that came up, although not many did. Our time went very smoothly. The top floor room is a fantastic spot for gathering and playing. The kitchen is amazing. We had a family reunion with up to 20 people coming and going and we all had the best time. And that was in the dead of winter! I can't even imagine how much fun this property would be in the summer! In short, Robert and the Lincoln Cottage deserve all the 5 star reviews you see here. Personally, I would give them more if I could!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Antony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All that was promised and more!
In short this was an exceptional property with the consummate host! My family (5 of us) had a tremendous time at The Lincoln Cottage. I was blown away by how well outfitted the kitchen, and the whole property, were. I packed a bag of kitchen tools and devices and frankly needed none. The rooms were all clean and charming and the main floor was cozy and comfortable We were there over Christmas and Rob even had a tree up for us. From an amenities and comfort standpoint the property was all that it promised and more. The harder to describe was the "Vibe". This is clearly a house that has known a loving family and that permeates the entire place. There is just a sense of warmth and comfort that is hard to put your finger on. The large fireplace with the couches all around inspired reading, napping and in the evenings, laughing and family games. The wrap around porch afforded great views of the lake and the Boat House offered the perfect location for our "Polar Plunge"! As a host Rob was fantastic. He greeted us warmly with a tour when we arrived and txtd a couple times to check on us. He was available but by no means over present. I wish all hosts could strike his balance. Over all this was an outstanding experience by every measure. I give Rob the high marks possible and will look forward to returning again this summer!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The wonderful and inviting Lincoln Cottage…
Robert was wonderful to deal with from the beginning. When we arrived, he showed up to provide a tour and insights into the workings of the home and its fully stocked kitchen. Although we were not blessed with the best of weather during our stay, the home provided an ideal spot to hang out together around the fire or overlooking the lake. It was well maintained and clean and the top floor was a perfect spot for the kids to play, hang out, or just chill. A wonderful spot to spend a winter or summer week. Thank you Robert for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer week
Great location and water access!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert Heinrich

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Why they chose this property

This property is a well kept secret. The original home was built in 1897 as a Grand Victorian Cottage by AV Lincoln, the largest property owner in Charlestown,MA which was at the time the epicenter of Boston. Mr. Lincoln was the real-estate consultant for the railroad, which was booming at the time. Mr Lincoln sighted the home perfectly in such a way that it always is sunlit with the undisputed best view of Lake Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee mountains found anywhere.

What makes this property unique

Every day is beautiful from The Lincoln Cottage, rain or shine. Watching a weather event from here is alost as good as a sunny day. Everything you need for a home away from home is here at the Lincoln Cottage.

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