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A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Freedom, NH
  • Ossipee Lake Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ossipee Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • King Pine Ski Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Freedom

On the beach.Stay at this Freedom vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Ossipee Lake Marina and 6 miles (10 km) of Ossipee Lake. Ossipee Pine Barrens Preserve and King Pine Ski Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ossipee Lake Marina - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ossipee Lake - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • King Pine Ski Area - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
  • White Lake State Park - 23 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Saco River - 31 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bobby-Sue's Homemade Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sap House Meadery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Seafood Co. - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Station - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!!

The property is a lakeside contemporary house with a large west facing wrap around deck. We are pet friendly. The house has a master bedroom and a second bedroom with a king size bed and 3 bunk beds. The house sleeps 8 guests. The interior is open plan with a kitchen, dining room area and living area overlooking the private beach and lake.
The bathroom was redone and has a walk in shower.
All the beds are under 5 years old. We employ professional cleaners to keep the house fresh and smart. The house is orientated to the West and sunsets can be enjoyed from the deck, or inside. The kitchen is modern with new appliances including an ice maker and dishwasher. There is a separate laundry room with state of the art washer and dryer.
The property has wireless fast fibre optic WI-FI. There is a smart TV with sound-bar and speakers.
The beach has an aluminium dock in the summer and can take a motor boat. This can be put in via Danforth Campground opposite for a small fee. The beach is private to the house and the water wonderful for swimming and fishing.
We are on several cross country ski trails in winter and about 10 minutes drive from King Pine. We supply an aluminium canoe.

Property manager

Helen

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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A little slice of paradise, in all 4 seasons. Private beach, Dock and Sunsets!! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Lovely place and Helen was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura R.

“Paradise “
The hostess lives in the UK, so there is a time gap of 5 hours. So that is a little tricky. House was as it was described in the pics. However, I could not get the sound bar to turn on, durning the entire stay. I figured out how to get the sound on the tv to work. When you first walk in the house, the room is filled with beds. It smells musky & moldy. The bathroom ceiling (especially) above the shower & window is filled with mold, I was sick the first 3 days of being there with allergies. That gave me only 2 good days to enjoy my time. This was the first time renting a place like this, I will be more careful next time. When I told the hostess about this issue, of course they had no idea. Didn’t seem the least bit worried the mold made me sick. I will not be going back to this particular location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Cherie G., NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place deceptive details
The area and the lake was beautiful. We specifically selected the rental for the king size bed. It was a queen sized. I mentioned this to the owner, she replied that she got it at ikea and assembled it herself. Well that’s nice but it’s not a KING! Heads up the ac is living room area wall unit, no ac in bedroom. The outside furniture was not clean. The grill was filthy. There is a camera in the front which we did not know about until we paid. Overall opinion, nice place but the owner is not honest.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place, very nice and responsive owner
House was clean and neat. Helen was very quick to respond and resolve any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini Vaca in July
We enjoyed our stay at Helen's property in late July. Her home had everything we needed---comfy beds, a beautiful deck with plenty of lounging options overlooking the bay, high speed Wi-Fi, lots of space for our pup and us to spread out and relax, well-appointed kitchen and bathroom. The a/c throughout was a bonus and so appreciated in the hot muggy weather. It was the perfect place for a much needed getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian H.

Lakes house
Didn't have a beach. Water access yes. Says in amenities has kayak there was none .Sent message about canoe never got combination for lock or were paddlers are. Sent message host about this before going .Property for most part comfortable. Some construction materials left around.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel m., Pawcatuck

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we were looking for
Location to the white mountains as well as enjoying waterfront living was what I wanted for my 3 sons and I. This place was plenty big for the 4 of us. The house was clean, the beds were comfy, and the large screen TV was great for movies in the evenings. Kitchen had everything. Helen was on top of making sure we had all we needed, even though I had no reason to reach out for anything. It was a wonderful week on the lake for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Encarni T.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 days for Thanksgiving
The Freedom House is well located in front of a beautiful lake but sadly we were not able to enjoy the view. The owner told us some days before that some works were going on in the house but it was not clear that all windows were indeed covered with a blue plastic avoiding any view of the lake, which is the biggest advantage of this house. We were expecting a gesture for the price from the owner as the conditions of the house were not reflecting what we rented, but unfairly she kept the original price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
The house was clean, comfortable, and exactly as pictured. The property is right on the water with a small private dock and an amazing view. The host was responsive in a timely manner to all questions, prior to, and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great little weekend getaway. We had everything we needed. And Helen was very prompt in responding to any questions we had
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lake getaway!
Helen was so communicative, was there with help and answers and her home fit our family perfectly. The experience was amazing from booking to staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khiem L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay for Family
My family consisted of my wife and I, and our two puppies (3+ years old). My wife and I loved the location and our pups loved the pond. They loved everything about the place, which brought great happiness to my wife and I. I would recommend for all types of families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We loved it, would recommend
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vito B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome pet friendly space
Great location, very clean, and great space for enjoying the lake! Helen was easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Daria P.

August 2021
The location and pond are wonderful! The house is a bit rundown but fine. It’s not really conducive to more than 2 adults. The lack of screens on all the sliders but one (which is almost broken) was a disappointment. The side yard and under deck were cluttered with previous tenants floats, etc. so it was a bit trashy. The dock and canoe get very hot in the sun so beware. The floating dock wasn’t in the water and the steps down to the dock are very precarious. We brought my 83 year old Mom who is pretty spry but she had to be assisted in navigating the tilted slabs that lead down to the water. The dump is an option for garbage and there should just be details about how far and where it is. It’s easy enough to just drop it off before you go home. There is no ac in the bedroom so if it’s hot sleep with the door open to the living room. It was relaxing but certainly more of a glamping experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Extremely clean, all accommodations included, plenty of room for big family, gorgeous views of pond. Easy to find

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
All Good Except for Garbage Collection
I did not find out until after confirming booking that I had to handle my own garbage. The days that the town dump was open did not overlap with my stay, so I had to take my garbage with me. This was on my mind the whole time and did spoil the stay somewhat. Everything else about the property was as tranquil as described, and the setting was most private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy home on an amazing lake!
My husband, 17 year old daughter, two dogs, and I had a wonderful week at Helen's special cottage this week! Danforth Ponds ranks as our #1 lake for swimming in our many years of lake rentals. We loved paddling our kayaks and Helen's canoe and the sunsets were spectacular. Only held back on the 5th star because my hubby and I found the master bed saggy and uncomfortable, so ended up sleeping on the couches and a noisy neighbor arrived our last two days. But, other than that, a fantastic stay with loads of great swimming in the warm sandy-bottom gorgeous lake, fun watching movies on the big screen, games and meals around the table, reading and yoga on the fabulous porch, munching s'mores around the fire and refreshing showers in the nice bathroom. Would recommend Foss Mountain hike for glorious views of the White Mountains. Thank you for a great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

JEREMIAH J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful oasis on an amazing, quiet lake.
We had an amazing time and absolutely loved the property!

8/10 Good

Laurie M.

Enjoyable
Great spot. Awesome pond. Lots of fishing off the dock and got to explore some cool spots along the connecting waterways. I didn’t realize that the sleeping area for the kids would be on a different lower level that also acted as the main entrance to the house. The owners were very quick to respond to questions. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Denise C.

Nice lake house!
Enjoyed the sunsets on the back deck!
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa A.

Lovely
I thought it was beautiful. There was some confusion with who was cleaning the place but it was quickly sorted out! Will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Caitlin J.

Nice location, enjoyed being on the lake
Overall we enjoyed most aspects of the house for our stay. The pros- house is in a great location, open floor plan and comfortable bed. The owner is very accommodating and responds quickly to messages. The cons- 2nd bedroom had a foul smell (the beds also smelled unbearable) that was being masked by a car air freshener so we were unable to use the room. Luckily we had an air mattress and put our daughter in the hallway, also the whole house had a strong odor and the couches weren’t clean and there was dog hair in the hallway. My suggestion would be to hire a different house cleaner. Otherwise it is a nice property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

James O.

Beautiful location
My wife and I had a fantastic stay. The house was nestled nicely on a beautiful chain of ponds. Great for paddling, exploring, fishing, and a day out on the water.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Danforth Bay house
We enjoyed our one week stay at the house on Danforth Bay. The deck was very comfortable, providing both sun and shade throughout the day and gave us nice sunset skies in the evening. The dock for swimming and the use of the canoe made exploring the bay quite easy. A flat area near the water let us store our kayaks. The main living space in the house was quite comfortable with a nicely equipped kitchen, a large table for dining and comfortable seating in the living area. Forced hot air heat gave us a quick warm boost on the chilly mornings. We liked the privacy between the camps and the neighborhood roads for morning walks. The owner was easily accessible through phone or email.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017