Hounds Nest
Hounds Nest: Community Decks on Stinson Lake, Dogs Ok, Central AC, Fire Pit, Fast WiFi & more
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Welcome to NH’s natural playground where the Pemi River meanders through the White Mountains. There’s an amazing array of fun things to do nearby.
Within 20 minutes, find 55 hiking trails, climbing areas, equestrian centers, and riverside fun. Bike along peaceful roads, crisscross rivers, & traverse covered bridges. Stop to fish & swim.
Enjoy local restaurants: craft brews, pubs, family fare, & fine dining - there's something for every palate! Or just relax; enjoy your cozy accommodations.
Hound's Nest is the perfect place for you, your family, and your friends to get away. Hound’s Nest welcomes guests into its warm woodsy décor and soaring post & beam construction. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by a peaceful paradise. Enter the spacious screened-in porch; rest on a rocking chair; sit at the dining table – please enjoy the birdsong.
Now, enter through the main door, one can’t help but look up and marvel at the gorgeous post-and-beam construction – it takes you back to a by-gone era of quality craftsmanship. Guests are wrapped in the warm wood finishes. Plenty of space for family and friends to gather and spread out at Hound’s Nest. Two living rooms book-end the eat-in kitchen. Tucked away behind the stairway is the main floor bedroom. Climb the stairs to the second bedroom and sleeping loft that overlooks the kitchen and living room.
Hound’s Nest wraps you in the peaceful blanket of the New Hampshire woodlands, and yet nearby fun abounds!
Come to Hound’s Nest and enjoy all the fun Stinson Lake & Stinson Mountain offer. Stinson Lake, a deep-water, glacier lake, is one of the few NH lakes without parasitic plants; its waters boast 25-foot visibility. Perfect for water play – fish, boat, paddle, and swim in Stinson Lake’s refreshing, clear water. Good news! Guests of Hound’s Nest enjoy access to Stinson Lake via the community’s deck.
Hound’s Nest is close to Stinson Mountain, a lesser-known peak of New Hampshire’s White Mountains. As with all White Mountain National Forest venues, guests can enjoy hiking, climbing, & mountaineering. With an elevation of 2,890 feet, Stinson Mountain has some family-friendly walks that lead to great views! Prefer to ride? Hound’s Nest is surrounded by peaceful winding country roads – take a ride and enjoy! Prefer spelunking? Hound’s Nest is less than 15 minutes to Polar Caves Park. Prefer Rock Climbing? Rattlesnake Mountain is just 15 minutes from Hound's Nest.
After a day of adventure, return to Hound’s Nest to relax and enjoy family and friends. Hang out on the screened-in porch – gather around the large dining table: enjoy dinner, play board games, or make a puzzle. Prefer comfy conversation: the front living room provides cozy seating for conversation over cocktails. Prefer to watch a show? The back living room provides a big screen, smart TV. Watch your favorite streaming services!
As your evening winds down, Hound’s Nest comfortably sleeps 7 guests in 2 bedrooms and a sleeping loft. Each bedroom has a Queen bed; the sleeping loft has 3 Twin beds. With a blend of queen and twin beds, Hound’s Nest easily accommodates couples, singles, and kids. 1 full bath with a walk-in shower rounds out the accommodations.
Have a furry family member? Hounds Nest will host a small to medium sized dog. Please contact your host to make arrangements. A pet fee will apply.
***** Hound’s Nest Accommodation Highlights:
- Lake Access: 5-minute walk to Community Docks & Decks: bring your boat, kayak, canoe, paddle board, fishing gear or picnic
- Fun Entertainment: Hi Speed WiFi, Big Screen Smart TV, & Board Games
- Open Living Space: Two living rooms – plenty of comfy seating for everyone
- Mobility-Friendly: After climbing a few stairs, the main floor provides a bedroom, a bathroom, and living space.
- Fully-equipped kitchen with full size appliances
- Kitchen has a coffee maker, blender, toaster, dishwasher & more!
- Laundry: Full-size washer & dryer in the basement
- Parking: Private driveway accommodates up to 4 cars, or 2 cars and a small boat (<22-feet) trailer
- Large Screened-in Porch: Enjoy the evening mountain air
- Central AC and Central Heat ensures you're comfortable in any season.
***** SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Maximum Occupancy – 7)
Main Floor Bedroom (Sleeping Capacity – 2)
** Queen Bed
** Bedside Tables with Lamps
** Bureau
** Large Closet
Second Floor Bedroom (Sleeping Capacity – 2)
** Queen Bed
** Bedside Tables with Lamps
** Bureau
** Smart TV
Second Floor Loft (Sleeping Capacity – 3)
** 3 Twin Beds
Bathroom Facilities
** 1 Full bathroom with walk-in shower on the main level
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Mobility Friendly Property: This home is considered mobility friendly, because it meets the following criteria:
1) One floor living is possible - at least 1 bedroom and 1 full bath are on the main living level.
2) Few stairs (6 or less) to enter the main living level.
3) Easy access bathing: either a walk-in shower or grab bar to assist with entering a tub/shower combination.
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About iTrip NH Properties
- Smoking is strictly prohibited. Guests will be fined & immediately evicted for smoking or vaping in the home or on the property.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
These are cause for eviction with no refund. If any damage impacts our ability to offer the home for future guests, you will be held liable.
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Amenities:
-Each of property features a starter set of supplies for guests which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, & hand soap.
-The beds are fully made & ready for your arrival with freshly laundered linens. A set of towels for each registered guest are included in the rental rate.
- For family friendly homes, children's furnishings are available for an additional charge (as availability permits).
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Visiting like a local means being neighborly. Please be respectful of the owner's home and considerate of the neighbors at all times.
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Our cancellation policy: if guest cancels,
- Within 24 hours of booking and the Guest is fully refunded.
- More than 60 days prior to arrival and the Guest fully refunded.
- Between 30-60 days prior to arrival, the Guest is refunded 50%.
- Less than 30 days, iTrip retains all payments
Guests of Hounds Nest have access to the community docks on Stinson Lake. The docks are available seasonally from Memorial Day to Mid-September. If you would like to rent a slip for your boat, it runs $100 per night. If you are unsure if the dock rentals are still available, please feel free to reach out to the iTrip Team for further assistance.
To consider hosting your furry family member, please supply the following information: Name, Breed, Age and Weight.
Please know additional fees apply. Regrettably, due to insurance restrictions Hounds Nest cannot host agressive breeds.
1) One floor living is possible - at least 1 bedroom and 1 full bath are on the main living level.
2) Few stairs (6 or less) to enter the main living level.
3) Easy access bathing: either a walk-in shower or grab bar to assist with entering a tub/shower combination.
Beds are made with freshly laundered linens. Clean towels for each registered guest are placed on the beds. Please bring your own beach towels. Each accommodation comes with starter pack of 1 roll of paper towels, each bathroom will have at least 1 spare roll of toilet paper. A starter pack of coffee, cleaning supplies, and hand soap is also provided.
Items you should bring with you: Extra paper products, beach towels, beach chairs, sunscreen, toiletries, food, beverages, and any other essentials and assundries to make your vacation enjoyable.
Guests are expected to honor our House Rules to be Good Neighbors and Respectful Visitors.
Good Neighbors honor the right of Hounds Nest’s neighbors to peacefully enjoy their homes. iTrip New Hampshire's guests will:
- Respect Quiet Hours: Quiet Hours are dictated by local rules and ordinances. Unless specified otherwise, quiet hours are between 10PM and 8AM.
- Not Host Events or Parties: without express written approval from iTrip New Hampshire, do not host any parties or events.
- Follow the Law: do not do anything illegal.
- Respect Boundaries: Do not encroach into the neighbors’ space, including but not limited to yards, gardens, decks, patios, and parking spaces. Do not use neighbors’ amenities or take neighbor’s property, such as: furniture, grills, pools, spas, etc.
- Follow Parking Instructions: Please follow all parking instructions and only use those spaces allotted to Hounds Nest.
- Prudent Use: instructions on how to use appliances and amenities are provided. Please use all items for their intended purpose and per instructions. Please contact iTrip New Hampshire if you have any questions.
- Be Neat and Caring: please do pick up after yourselves; put trash and recycling in proper bins, do the dishes, use coasters, and leave the furniture where it belongs.
- Park in Designated Areas: Please do park in driveways, parking pads and garages. Please do not park on lawns or in gardens.
- Do Not Smoke or Vape: smoking or vaping of anything: cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or marijuana, requires special remediation to remove the aroma.
- Do Not Tamper with Safety Sensors: iTrip New Hampshire homes come equipped with a variety of safety sensors, such as: exterior cameras, noise monitoring, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and more. Respectful guests do not tamper with safety sensors.
- Be Careful: where there are wet area amenities such as waterfronts, docks, pools, or hot tubs, please take care to secure the areas and take appropriate precautions.
- Return Keys/Passes/Remotes: please return items as described in Check-out instructions.
Please enjoy this lovely home with respect for the home and the neighborhood.
Enjoy your stay!
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