Twin Pines Retreat – Lake, Firepit & Games

Two houses. One big crew. Endless things to do. Bring the cousins, the dogs, and the board games — there’s space to sprawl, battle it out over bocce, and swap ghost stories by the fire pit. Beach is a 3 min drive. Pool tables and shuffleboard, included — you’ll be close to both Long Island Beach and Harillas Landing boat launch. Beach pass available to various local beaches. Sleep ✓ 7 total bedrooms across 2 homes ✓ 4 queen beds, 2 bunk beds, 1 full bed ⎯▹ Smart TVs, premium linens, and plenty of plug access Eat ✓ 2 full kitchens with loads of prep space ⎯▹ Full-size fridges, ovens, dishwashers, drip coffee makers ✓ Indoor dining tables + outdoor picnic-style seating Refresh ✓ 4 full bathrooms ⎯▹ Combo of walk-in showers and tub/shower setups ⎯▹ Towels, starter toiletries, and hair dryers provided Chill ✓ 2 living rooms w/ big couches + Smart TVs ✓ Game zones in each home ⎯▹ Pool tables, shuffleboard, and board games Work ✓ Fast Wi-Fi in both homes ⎯▹ Table seating, island counters, plenty of outlets Extras ✓ 2 laundry rooms ⎯▹ Washers, dryers, detergents included ✓ Central heating + fans ✓ Driveway parking for multiple cars + trailers ✓ Dog-friendly Outdoor ✓ Massive shared backyard ⎯▹ Fire pit, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, and grill ✓ Walkable lake access ⎯▹ 3 min drive to Long Island Beach ⎯▹ 5 min walk to Harilla’s Landing boat launch Experience Overview ✓ Two homes side by side ✓ Game rooms w/ pool + shuffleboard ✓ Big backyard w/ lawn games + grill ✓ Drive to the beach in 3 minutes ✓ Ample parking for your whole group ✓ Dog-friendly + family-ready ✓ Near trails, Castle in the Clouds, arcades, and snowmobile routes Nearby Things to Do ~ ✓ Long Island Beach ⎯▹ 3 min Drive ⎯▹ Sand, sun, and swim time steps away ✓ Harilla’s Landing ⎯▹ 5 min walk ⎯▹ Public boat launch + lake views ✓ Castle in the Clouds ⎯▹ 15 min drive ⎯▹ Waterfalls, trails, and 1910s drama ✓ Squam Lake Science Center ⎯▹ 25 min drive ⎯▹ Otters, owls, and hands-on nature ✓ Weirs Beach Boardwalk ⎯▹ 30 min drive ⎯▹ Arcades, fried dough, and drive-in flicks ✓ Gunstock Resort ⎯▹ 35 min drive ⎯▹ Zipline in summer, ski in winter Nearby Dining ~ ✓ Lemongrass ⎯▹ 10 min drive ⎯▹ Sushi, wine bar, and upscale Asian plates ✓ Mug Restaurant ⎯▹ 12 min drive ⎯▹ Laid-back American comfort food ✓ Town Docks ⎯▹ 15 min drive ⎯▹ Dockside lobster rolls and frozen drinks ✓ Gusto Italian Café ⎯▹ 20 min drive ⎯▹ Espresso, pasta, and house-made pastries ✓ Local Eatery ⎯▹ 25 min drive ⎯▹ Creative farm-to-table menu in a cozy space ✓ Canoe Restaurant ⎯▹ 15 min drive ⎯▹ Lakefront, upscale casual FAQs ➤ Can I work remotely here? Yes—both homes have strong Wi-Fi and multiple spots to plug in and focus. ➤ Are dogs allowed? Yes—bring your pup. The yard’s very large! ➤ Is the backyard private? Yes—both homes share an oversized yard with fire pit and games. ➤ Can we walk to the lake? It’d be a bit of a walk-- but it’s just a couple minutes to drive down and park (we have parking passes available). ➤ Where can we launch our boat? Harilla’s Landing is just .2 miles down the street. ❤️ Meet Your Host Hosting guests from around the world is my full-time passion, and I love creating curated spaces where memories are made. I'm always just a call or text away and look forward to helping you feel right at home. If there's anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out! Your host, —Patricia ✓ Full access to both homes when booked together ✓ Shared use of large backyard and parking areas ✓ We’re available by phone or message anytime ✓ Happy to offer local recs if you need ideas ✓ Plenty of driveway parking ✓ 3 min drive to Long Island Beach and .2 miles to Harrilla public boat launch ✓ Car recommended for groceries and exploring nearby towns ✓ Quiet hours after 10pm ✓ Exterior security cameras on site for safety ✓ Snowmobile trail access in winter (weather dependent) ✓ Firewood not included — Guest must bring their own firewood. Firewood must be purchased in the state of NH per state guidelines. Guests must check state fire ban status prior to any outside burning.