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Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach

Vacation home in Gilford with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, DVD player, video library
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach

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Enjoy a getaway with family or friends at this spacious Lakes Region retreat! The home is ideal for any season, whether hitting the slopes at Gunstock Ski Resort a few miles away, swimming at one of the nearby Lake Winnipesaukee beaches, or indulging in the incredible sunsets and mountain views from the deck. This house features a central location near tons of great year-round activities and attractions. It also boasts two furnished decks for prime outdoor living and a seasonal barbecue grill that is provided for summertime cookouts. The home is only a few miles from Ellacoya State Beach, making sandy excursions easily accessible. Gunstock Ski Resort boasts many outdoor activities year-round, including skiing, tubing, mountain biking, and ziplining. The Belknap Mountain Range and Mount Major also feature breathtaking views and hiking trails close to home. You can catch in-season concerts at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion, about five miles away.

After the day's adventures, take a soak in the hot tub or kick back on one of the decks to take in the sunset and striking mountain views. Conveniently, each floor of your vacation home features ideal spaces to lounge while watching your favorite streaming services on one of the two smart TVs.

The full kitchen comes ready and equipped with all the major appliances, cookware, and utensils for preparing and serving family-style feasts with ease. There's also a dishwasher included for easy cleanup. Additional perks include free WiFi and a private washer/dryer.

Things to Know
PLEASE READ: Motorcycles, RVs, Boats, Trailers are prohibited by the HOA and fines of $500 will be assessed for any violators.
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 8:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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

Property is also known as

94792

About the neighborhood

Located in Gilford, this vacation home is in the city center and in the mountains. Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook and Belknap Mill Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and Meredith Historical Society. Gunstock Mountain Coaster and Kellerhaus are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ellacoya State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Coaster - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 26 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ellacoya Barn & Grille - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach located?

Located in the heart of Gilford, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Ellacoya State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Gunstock Mountain Resort and Gunstock Mountain Coaster. Lake Winnipesaukee and Sleepers Island are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Stargazer's retreat with hot tub & decks - near Ellacoya State Beach Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home for weekend getaway

We had a great stay at this property. It was very conveniently located near Gunstock Ski Resort. The hot tub was perfect after a long day skiing and tubing. The home was clean and well-furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany H.

October 2024

This was a great house! Clean, cozy and the hottub was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

Nice home, close to bank of NH pavilion, and Weirs beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jesse L.

3 night stay

Nice hot tub. Quiet neighborhood. Close to restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kerri L.

Great stay!

Everything was clean, organize and had plenty of everything we needed in kitchen, bathroom, etc. The hot tub was a plus also!! Thank you for making our stay for our sons wedding an enjoyable one.

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

This was a great place with a great layout and really made our ice fishing weekend even better!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Jason F.

Don't plan on using the BBQ

Rooms were very spacious.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joseph D.

Mountain bike trip

We loved the location only a half hours drive from Highland MTB park. Lots of restaurants on the drive to chose from too. The house had lots of space for us to relax after a days riding, and the hot tub was a bonus! Good value for the location and number of beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

cathy r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

xmas family trip

The property was in a good location as far as activities didn’t like the neighborhood HOA feeling and the offensive neighbors signs. beds are comfortable furniture needs to be deep cleaned. over all price was good and home was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

I went with my family we enjoyed and have a good time . The house was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ariful h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice and clean

its was great..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirby R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gilford

Very nice house with very comfortable beds. House was very clean and well stocked. Very nice porch to view mountains and some of the lake. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Janine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stargazer's Retreat

We had a wonderful stay here. We loved the location of the house and neighborhood. The house was clean and great communication with property management. We will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend trip!

Overall this property was great! We loved the hot tub and were very happy with the space! We did see quite a few ants and spiders in the house, but that was the only complaint we had. The management team was very responsive to any messages I sent them and even offered early check-in. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Ronald P.

Quirky with potential

Nice bedrooms and bathrooms. Kitchen is decent. Big deck with all day sun and great sunsets! There is a smallish downstairs sitting area that is not comfortable. The upstairs sitting area needs updating. The couch is stained and dirty. Overall we were satisfied with this house and became fond of it over our 3 night stay.

8/10 Good

Clarissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

We enjoyed the view from the upper deck and the location of the home. We were looking forward to relaxing in the hot tub; unfortunately they have the temperature locked and the water was far from being hot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Collins Construction I.

Great house, but big brother is watching

Nice house, pretty location. But there are signs everywhere telling you what you can and can't do. And caretaker is across the street. You really kind of feel like you are being watched.
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Perfect spot~!

Clean, spacious and comfortable. Well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, nice linens. We enjoyed the deck and the hot tub, did not get to use the fire pit. We only stayed 2 nights and we wished we had booked for longer. We will definitely try to book this house again the next time we are coming to the area. Rental agent very responsive to any questions we had. Quiet street
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sapna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Property

This home is nice and accommodates 10 people well. Two sets of towels were included for each person for shower and hot tub use. Patios were nice and kitchen was well stocked with large dishware. There was only one couch in the main living area which was a bit tight but otherwise it was good. Very close to Mount Major. Bedding and linens were nice and bathrooms were clean and had good showers. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Wedding weekend with family

House was nicely furnished - beds very comfortable and kitchen very easy to use! Only complaint was when we booked it said pet friendly and then three weeks before we got a notice no pets!! Had to pay and find a pet sitter which was not expected!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

Place was today but just ok….missing quite a few essentials (garbage bags, napkins, tissues, dryer sheets, starter logs). Hot tub wasn’t working
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Jesseca S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Meh

Stained furniture and rug- both need cleaning or replacing. Overall not as clean (particularly the kitchen) as we would have expected. Price was very high… hot tub unavailable. Location was great but we would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Lester C.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Retiree “I’m sailing trip”

At first, we were excited for this property and we thought it was going to be great. But here is a rundown of some of the things that we are upset about in addition to the air conditioning being broken for nearly 36 hours. Later the maintenance guy showed us the filters. It had obviously been a long time since Maintenance had been done. This cause them not to work when it was 100 out. The house stayed at over 85 inside for a day. Additionally:1. Upstairs bathroom Towels had stains/dirt on them from previous renter. They also left several boxes of beer box trash. We do not drink. 2. Downstairs TV had no channels or programming to watch. Which was bad because we were stuck down there due to the heat and broken AC. 3. Upstairs bedroom had curtain rod fall off of window(previously reported). We never used the room. 4. Downstairs sliding door was unlocked when arrived and could not be locked. Bad mechanism poor maintenance. 5. On the last night we could finally watch tv upstairs and enjoy the upstairs, but the Upstairs couch was very hard and appeared very old. It also had a stain on the ottoman portion. Looked real old, but for the cost expected more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

The house was great. We appreciated that they reached out to let us know we could check in early. The only issue was they did not have supplies, for example: garbage bags, cleaners to clean up after yourself. We were disappointed the hot tub didn’t work as it was one of the reasons we had chosen the property, but they did alert us to this prior to our stay. Other than that, very nice comfortable, clean and roomy house. And very close to Gunstock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Heather L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed stay due to amenities not working

After confirming two times prior to my arrival that the fireplace was working I arrived with firewood I was told to purchase myself to a fireplace that wasn’t working. My vision of my family relaxing by a cozy fireplace during our winter vacation was ruined. After texts and phone calls to attempt to resolve the issue I kept being assured that the “local team” would be in touch but I never heard from them. I was offered a whopping 150 credit. So incredibly disappointed with this VRBO and Vacasa experience and the owner should take some accountability for the false advertising.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024