Island Retreat | Beach + Dock | Winnipesaukee

Tucked on Bear Island without a road in sight, this lakefront cabin is only reachable by boat. You’ll have your own private beach, a wraparound screened-in porch, and a dock that opens to 72 square miles of water. Inside: room for 8, real beds, hot showers, and space for late-night card games. Take the boat out for ice cream, hike to church, or swim 'til dinner. No boat? - we’ll help you get here! Sleep ✓ 2 queen bedrooms ✓ Loft with 1 queen + 2 twins ⎯▹ Smart TVs, fans Eat ✓ Full kitchen with lake-facing window ⎯▹ Cooktop, microwave, dual coffee pot, potable water ✓ Dining table on screened porch ⎯▹ Propane + charcoal grills, basic cookware, outdoor seating Refresh ✓ 1 full bath with tub ✓ 1 half bath ⎯▹ lake-friendly soaps, outdoor rinse area Chill ✓ Wraparound screened porch with lake views ⎯▹ Dining table, card games, lounge chairs, breezy and bug-free Work ✓ No dedicated desk space ⎯▹ Wi-Fi avail (island-dependent), table seating inside and on porch Extras ✓ Washer + dryer in detached bunkhouse ⎯▹ AC units, no dishwasher, portable fans Outdoor ✓ 40-ft dock + mooring ✓ Private sandy beach and fire pit ⎯▹ Adirondack chairs, trail access from yard, wooded lot Experience Overview ✓ Fully boat-access — no roads, no cars ✓ 40-ft private dock, sandy beach, mooring ✓ Host can help arrange transport if you don’t have a boat ✓ Lake trail access out back to Red Trail + St. John’s Church ✓ Dog-friendly, with gear stash in bunkhouse ✓ Peaceful, wooded lot with direct water access ✓ Quick boat rides to Meredith, Center Harbor, and Weirs Beach Nearby Things to Do ~ ✓ Red Trail ⎯▹ 2 min walk ⎯▹ Leads to St. John's Church and circles the island ✓ St. John's Church ⎯▹ 10 min walk ⎯▹ Historic chapel, open Sundays in summer ✓ Swimming + fishing ⎯▹ From your dock ⎯▹ Calm water, sandy bottom, clear access ✓ Center Harbor ⎯▹ 12 min boat ⎯▹ Kayak rental, groceries, café ✓ Meredith Bay ⎯▹ 15 min boat ⎯▹ Dining, shops, farmers market, town docks Nearby Dining ~ ✓ Gusto Italian Café (Center Harbor) ⎯▹ 12 min boat ⎯▹ Breakfast, espresso, casual pasta plates ✓ Town Docks (Meredith) ⎯▹ 15 min boat ⎯▹ Burgers, seafood, dock dining ✓ Lago (Meredith) ⎯▹ 15 min boat ⎯▹ Upscale lakeside dining with boat access ✓ Rubbin Butts Smokehouse (Center Harbor) ⎯▹ 12 min boat ⎯▹ Smokehouse FAQs ➤ Can I work remotely? Yes, but Wi-Fi is weather-dependent. Best for unplugged stays. ➤ What if I don’t have a boat? Patricia can help arrange transport — just let her know before you book. ➤ Are dogs allowed? Yes — bring your pup. Just no dogs on beds, and pick up in the yard. ➤ Is the water drinkable? Yes, potable water is provided in the home. ➤ Any quirks? No roads, no dishwasher, and you’ll carry your gear from the boat. Bring your own linens. That’s the charm. ❤️ 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 ✓ Entire home, beach, dock, bunkhouse laundry ✓ Easy trail access from the property ✓ Fire pit and grills on-site ✓ I live off-site but available by message ✓ She responds quickly and can help coordinate arrival ✓ Bring your own boat or arrange a ride with Patricia ✓ Boat ride: 10–15 min to Center Harbor or Meredith ✓ No dishwasher ✓ Island terrain means you'll carry gear from the dock — pack smart & bring your own linens