Visiting next summer

Jaxx · 11-11-2011, 01:03 PM

Hi all,

I have relatives on the lake that I used to visit when I was younger, and next summer my family is getting a chance to visit the lake as well.

I have been lurking on the forums for a bit, and have searched a few of the sponsors for weekly vacation rentals, but I thought it couldn't hurt to ask for advice or connections in a post.

There are actually 3 families that will be meeting up there, so we are looking for a 4 bedroom (or more) place that has a dock, preferably a sandy beach for the young ones, and a reasonably short boat ride to Rattlesnake.

I found a few that look good, but I wanted to see if anyone had anything that might be off the radar.

thanks in advance.

Also thanks for these message boards and all the pictures. This site has really taken me back to my childhood visits to "The Island" as we called it.

- Scott

RLW · 11-11-2011, 02:06 PM

Jaxx (Scott) , I just noticed that you are fairly new to the forum and glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum while making many new friends and the best of luck with your request for looking for help in obtaining/locating a vacation spot.

ishoot308 · 11-11-2011, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaxx

Hi all,

I have relatives on the lake that I used to visit when I was younger, and next summer my family is getting a chance to visit the lake as well.

I have been lurking on the forums for a bit, and have searched a few of the sponsors for weekly vacation rentals, but I thought it couldn't hurt to ask for advice or connections in a post.

There are actually 3 families that will be meeting up there, so we are looking for a 4 bedroom (or more) place that has a dock, preferably a sandy beach for the young ones, and a reasonably short boat ride to Rattlesnake.

I found a few that look good, but I wanted to see if anyone had anything that might be off the radar.

thanks in advance.

Also thanks for these message boards and all the pictures. This site has really taken me back to my childhood visits to "The Island" as we called it.

- Scott

Hi Scott;

Welcome to the forum!!

You may wish to check "Ames farm Inn". I do not think they have any four bedroom cabins but I am pretty sure they have two and three. You could rent two two bedroom cabins next to each other.

Ames Farm is in a beautiful location right across from Diamond and Rattlesnake island. Check them out here... http://www.amesfarminn.com/main.htm

Good Luck!!

Dan

Phantom · 11-11-2011, 03:53 PM

by far -- Ames Farm would be the best choice-- distance wise to Rattlesnake

another option would be www.AbakeeCottages.com ... same kind of set up ... 2-3 bedroom cottages, fully furnished (with slips) however this place is located closer to the wiers area

fpartri497 · 11-11-2011, 03:57 PM

Also check out the owls nest. thay have cabins to rent

And welcome Scott

robmac · 11-12-2011, 11:45 AM

Check with Channel Cottages,Jose and family are fantastics innkeepers,they are in a great location and are very resonable with rates.

WakeboardMom · 11-14-2011, 11:21 AM

Homeaway.com

I have a cottage for rent on that site. My cottage isn't appropriate for your needs, but I'm guessing you'll find one that is! The site is extremely user-friendly. You'll be able to put in your parameters and find a cottage that fits your needs.

Good luck and enjoy your visit!

Jaxx · 11-14-2011, 04:36 PM

Thanks everyone!

I will check into these places, they look great!

Jaxx · 11-15-2011, 12:15 PM

Thanks again for the great suggestions, I've found a few that meet the criteria, and now I just have to pick one or two and make some phone calls.

I did have another question for the folks in the forum though.

I remember arriving at the lake after our 10 hour drive from Pennsylvania and we would have to find a little grocery store, that was located on Route 11 I think. It had the word Owl in the name.

We would use that pay phone to call our relatives and they would come pick us up (at whatever cove they were using at the time). Remember that this was 25+ years ago, in the days before cell phones.

I doubt it is still there, or perhaps it is a 7-11 or something now. Does anyone remember, or better yet have a picture of it?

Spider Girl · 11-15-2011, 12:59 PM

Owls Nest is the name of the restaurant on 11 that you're thinking of ... and it's still there (in fact, one of the responders to your original question mentioned that they have cabins).

ishoot308 · 11-15-2011, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaxx

Thanks again for the great suggestions, I've found a few that meet the criteria, and now I just have to pick one or two and make some phone calls.

I did have another question for the folks in the forum though.

I remember arriving at the lake after our 10 hour drive from Pennsylvania and we would have to find a little grocery store, that was located on Route 11 I think. It had the word Owl in the name.

We would use that pay phone to call our relatives and they would come pick us up (at whatever cove they were using at the time). Remember that this was 25+ years ago, in the days before cell phones.

I doubt it is still there, or perhaps it is a 7-11 or something now. Does anyone remember, or better yet have a picture of it?

Go here to see some great pictures and read about other things regarding the Owls Nest now called Wise Owl store. Scroll down for the pics... http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...ad.php?t=10367

Dan

Jaxx · 11-15-2011, 04:13 PM

thanks again all.

That is indeed the place. I didn't realize it was a restaurant or that they had lodging. I guess my memory is not what it once was.

Jaxx · 11-28-2011, 03:47 PM

Hello again,

I think we have found a place that will work for us.

I wanted to check here if anyone has any info on this place or the realtor who is listing it.

http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p900406

The place looks great, but there are no reviews listed (some sites list reviews, some don't).

11-11-2011, 01:03 PM	#1
Jaxx Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Visiting next summer Hi all, I have relatives on the lake that I used to visit when I was younger, and next summer my family is getting a chance to visit the lake as well. I have been lurking on the forums for a bit, and have searched a few of the sponsors for weekly vacation rentals, but I thought it couldn't hurt to ask for advice or connections in a post. There are actually 3 families that will be meeting up there, so we are looking for a 4 bedroom (or more) place that has a dock, preferably a sandy beach for the young ones, and a reasonably short boat ride to Rattlesnake. I found a few that look good, but I wanted to see if anyone had anything that might be off the radar. thanks in advance. Also thanks for these message boards and all the pictures. This site has really taken me back to my childhood visits to "The Island" as we called it. - Scott

11-11-2011, 02:06 PM	#2
RLW Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Alton Bay on the mountain by a lake Posts: 2,023 Thanks: 563 Thanked 444 Times in 311 Posts	*Jaxx (Scott) ,* I just noticed that you are fairly new to the forum and glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum while making many new friends and the best of luck with your request for looking for help in obtaining/locating a vacation spot. __________________ There is nothing better than living on Alton Mountain & our grand kids visits. Last edited by RLW; 11-11-2011 at 04:00 PM.

11-11-2011, 03:53 PM	#4
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	by far -- Ames Farm would be the best choice-- distance wise to Rattlesnake another option would be www.AbakeeCottages.com ... same kind of set up ... 2-3 bedroom cottages, fully furnished (with slips) however this place is located closer to the wiers area __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

11-11-2011, 03:57 PM	#5
fpartri497 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Concord NH Posts: 681 Thanks: 97 Thanked 48 Times in 39 Posts	Also check out the owls nest. thay have cabins to rent And welcome Scott __________________ dont worry be happy

11-14-2011, 11:21 AM	#7
WakeboardMom Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: NH X 2 Posts: 508 Thanks: 595 Thanked 113 Times in 92 Posts	Homeaway.com I have a cottage for rent on that site. My cottage isn't appropriate for your needs, but I'm guessing you'll find one that is! The site is extremely user-friendly. You'll be able to put in your parameters and find a cottage that fits your needs. Good luck and enjoy your visit! __________________ MarieM

11-12-2011, 11:45 AM	#6
robmac Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Nashua,Meredith Posts: 951 Thanks: 213 Thanked 106 Times in 81 Posts	Check with Channel Cottages,Jose and family are fantastics innkeepers,they are in a great location and are very resonable with rates.

11-14-2011, 04:36 PM	#8
Jaxx Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks everyone! I will check into these places, they look great!

11-15-2011, 12:15 PM	#9
Jaxx Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks again for the great suggestions, I've found a few that meet the criteria, and now I just have to pick one or two and make some phone calls. I did have another question for the folks in the forum though. I remember arriving at the lake after our 10 hour drive from Pennsylvania and we would have to find a little grocery store, that was located on Route 11 I think. It had the word Owl in the name. We would use that pay phone to call our relatives and they would come pick us up (at whatever cove they were using at the time). Remember that this was 25+ years ago, in the days before cell phones. I doubt it is still there, or perhaps it is a 7-11 or something now. Does anyone remember, or better yet have a picture of it?

11-15-2011, 12:59 PM	#10
Spider Girl Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NH Posts: 37 Thanks: 40 Thanked 11 Times in 3 Posts	Owls Nest Owls Nest is the name of the restaurant on 11 that you're thinking of ... and it's still there (in fact, one of the responders to your original question mentioned that they have cabins). __________________ Spider Girl

11-15-2011, 04:13 PM	#12
Jaxx Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	thanks again all. That is indeed the place. I didn't realize it was a restaurant or that they had lodging. I guess my memory is not what it once was.

11-28-2011, 03:47 PM	#13
Jaxx Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hello again, I think we have found a place that will work for us. I wanted to check here if anyone has any info on this place or the realtor who is listing it. http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p900406 The place looks great, but there are no reviews listed (some sites list reviews, some don't).