Family-friendly vacation rentals in Barnstead

Rustic Rose Cottage of Historic West Lebanon

Rustic guest suite on serene four acres. Abutting colonial cape style house and West Lebanon Historic District date back to early 18th Century. Private parking & entrance, queen memory foam mattress, steam sauna, kitchen and laundry supplies, and desk and high speed wifi for telework. Minutes from Skydive New England, Prospect Hill Winery or McDougal Orchard. 30min to Portsmouth NH, Maine beaches, and Lake Winnipesaukee. Just over an hour to the White Mountains, Portland ME or the Boston area.

Scenic Lake and Ski Chalet: Hot Tub & Dreamy Views

This romantic & family friendly lakefront chalet offers a hot tub, breathtaking views & is close to Gunstock skiing. It’s a serene home base to explore charming New England towns. Enjoy sledding, skiing, snow tubing, cozy restaurants, frozen lake fun & gondola rides at Gunstock. Or cozy up at home to enjoy the hot tub, cooking with a view, board games & movies by the fireplace. We have poured our heart into making this a romantic retreat but also one that’s very kid-friendly (kids gear included)

Historic Schoolhouse c1866 / Sauna + Hot Tub + Gym

Winner of Maine Homes Small Space Design Award 2023 We are located on the private 80-acre Shapleigh Pond in the Southern Maine, an hour from Portland and two hours from Boston. Experience a bygone era in this restored Schoolhouse circa 1866 with many original details such as oversized glass-paned windows, wood plank floors, chalkboards, tin ceiling and more. Modern amenities such as fireplace, private hot tub, fire pit, gas BBQ and access to our pool (June-Sept), pond, gym and tennis court.

The Vineyard Penthouse - Beautiful Inside & Out

Wake up to rows of sun-kissed grapevines and unwind in a serene, vineyard-view retreat. This open-concept suite featured a plush king bed, abundant natural light and inviting modern décor. Sip wine at sunset, cook in the well-equipped kitchen, or unwind and relax, in our new “shared” hot tub. Although there are other guest on the property you will have this space to call your own and enjoy. ~ 5 min from Lake Winnipesukee, 20 min to Wolfeboro, 20 min to Gunstock and 25 min to Bank of Pavilion

Large with private entrance & a mile from downtown

This sunny, private suite with a separate entrance and driveway is convenient to everything. If you are going to a concert at the Arena, working downtown, visiting Elliot Hospital, or needing a place to stay while in the Manchester area, it is the place for you. A microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot, sitting area, and dining table make meals easy. Your full bathroom comes with soft towels and a hairdryer. The bedspread is washed between guests to ensure your stay is comfortable and clean.

Locke Lake Ski & Swim

Completely renovated home with private beach and waterfront. The water drops off gently making it great for young children. Variety of rafts, beach toys, kayaks, paddle boards, pedal and row boat available for use. Great fishing in the summer, and ice fishing in the winter. Outdoor deck is wonderful for entertaining. Seasonal game room in garage with shuffleboard and more. Located about 15 mins south of Lake Winnipesaukee and 30 mins from Gunstock Mountain. *Linens and Towels now included!*

Pretty & Peaceful….close to Lake Winni!

Welcome to your Alton Bay retreat! Come relax & make lasting memories. Very clean, well stocked full kitchen & bath. Across the street is 200 acres of picturesque hiking trails & fishing. Turn left at the end of driveway and enjoy a scenic walk along Winni. Quiet location but close enough to Lake Winnipesaukee, Mt Major, Wolfeboro, Bank of Pavillion, boat launches, & docks, beaches, restaurants, shopping, sking, snowmobiling, boat rides, scuba diving, biking, kayaking, leaf peeping!

Clean, quaint studio apartment on small farm

Enjoy the Old Farm cottage, a studio apartment on our small homestead in the beautiful Lakes Region. It’s a perfect spot for couples, small families, or traveling nurses. We are within 20 minutes to many beaches, including Lake Winnipesaukee, and provide easy access to head south to the ocean or north to the mountains. You will have your own separate parking/entrance, but are welcome to enjoy our cozy fire pit, stylish treehouse, and backyard access to the network of snowmobile trails.

Downtown Derry, Studio Apartment

Cozy up during your next trip to southern NH! Built in 1910, the home has been completely renovated. The Studio is a combination of elegance and comfort from the walls of windows that flood the space with light and scenic conservation/golf course views to the spacious backyard that is perfect for a peaceful escape. It is 5 minutes from i-93 and a short drive to Canobie Lake Park, Manchester Airport, and about an hour to Boston, the NH Seacoast, NH Lakes Region and the White mountains.

Sunny, secluded studio loft apartment

Fully furnished studio apartment above home owners' garage with private entrance. Secluded 5.5 acre lot of land surrounded by beautiful woods. Vaulted ceilings with ladder to loft with queen bed. Big, sunny south-facing windows overlooking back yard and gardens. Homeowners are a laid-back, married gay couple, living in the main house with their 5 year old daughter. LGBTQ friendly home that welcomes kind guests of any race, religion, gender, and orientation. A minute from Route 125.

☀ Fox & Loon lake house: hot tub/pedal boat/kayaks

Escape to a peaceful, lakeside retreat with a secluded sun-lit deck and private dock with incredible views of Sunrise Lake, plus a 4-person hot tub, and seasonal amenities like a pedal boat, two kayaks, a SUP board, gas fire table, central A/C, a pellet stove, and snowshoes. Enjoy nearby activities like hiking, leaf peeping, skiing, and visiting scenic towns, local vineyards and breweries — or simply relaxing in a beautiful lakefront setting. The sunsets can be unbelievable!

Family lake house with pvt beach, dock

Come experience the beauty and tranquility of our private family lake house, On Locke, the perfect getaway spot for any season. *Summer: Private beach & dock, plus community beach with swing set & pavilion just steps away. *Fall: Stay warm with a cozy fire pit & access to nearby wildlife trails. *Winter: Ice fish, snowmobile, or ski with water front view & trailer parking. Ample space for trailers year-round to enjoy the water front view no matter the season.t home.