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Reviews of 3 BR House: Private Saco River Beach, Mountain Views, Near Attitash & More!


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9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski holiday getaway
Great location. We just had terrible weather. Accommodations were great. However listing said there was a hot tub and there was not.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 31, 2023
Thank you for letting us know about the error on our listing,. That’s a mystery to us, but we have corrected that, wish changing the weather was as easy! Welcome back anytime, it’s a great vacation spot year round.

10/10 Excellent

Rich Z., Derby CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, 2nd year we returned.
House is clean, well stocked, plenty of room and in a great location. Second year we returned and stayed. Owners communicate quickly. No issues, A++.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 1, 2023
Glad to have you choose our home again this year for your vacation, Rich. Thank you, and welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great property and location. Stayed for week with family and would absolutely come back. Location is perfect and house has everything you need. Great communication/hospitality from Donna, owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place by the Saco
Communication with the owner was easy and straightforward. Beautiful house down the street from the Saco River with a private beach access. Highly recommend for any families with kids as there is plenty of room for multiple people
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kim S.

Great location and lots of room
This is a great house! Having 3 floors worked perfect for our stay. Great location for the activities we were doing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
We had a lovely stay in NH despite the weather altering our plans. The house was clean and spacious and our extended family all had a comfortable space to relax and enjoy themselves. The house is in a perfect location to find plenty to do even in the rain. Donna’s list of ideas and recommendations of things to do was perfect and above and beyond expectations. Her communication prior to our stay was excellent and we felt that if we needed anything during our stay she would have been very responsive. I could see us staying here again in any season.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for relaxation and sightseeing
It was the highlight of our trip, staying at this well maintained and comfortable home. It's close to everything we wanted to do and provided a relaxing place to cook and play games when we were done for the day. Thank you Donna for making the stay perfect in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation!
The home was perfect! Spacious for all of us and very clean. The home had every thing we needed! Definitely a place we all want to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2023
So glad you had a great vacation at our place! Welcome back anytime, there is a lot to see and do year round!

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home
We had a great time the house was amazing the only tricky thing was garbage we knew about going to dump but it is very complex everything has to be separated it took us an hour we were at house for 10 days for future reference separate everything would definitely stay again when we go back
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEFANIE L., Spencer, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for our annual family vacation
Donna was great answering any questions I had before & after booking. We had plenty of space for 2 families. The house is close to several hiking and swimming spots we wanted to check out. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2023
There is so much to explore, and chances to make memories with friends and families. We happy to know you had a pleasant time.

10/10 Excellent

nancy d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin in the woods
House is what it states, serves the purpose we needed. Saco access was our priority and it delivered. Bring what your family needs - if you’re a paper plate family, bring paper plates. We aren’t ones to do dishes on our vacation. It’s enjoyable that the house has AC as we went up and it was HOT days, the room units kept the whole house comfortable. Expect some ants, as you are in the woods - but it’s nothing more then a few after the kids crumbs. Beds are comfortable, nice having a bathroom on each floor also. Would recommend and book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jany d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house.
We had a great time in this home, the weather was bad but we made the best of it. The house had everything we needed, lots of space, games for the children. Good location, nice neighborhood. Donna is super nice and attentive. We would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2023
Glad you had.fun! Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K., Meriden, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & convenient to all our favorite places
What a great house: it's tucked into the woods so it feels secluded, but it's also so close to our favorite hikes, shopping, ice cream and restaurants. The neighborhood itself has both a river beach and a decent hike within walking distance from the house. The three levels of living space gave our family plenty of room to stretch out, and the layout of the home is very livable. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 6, 2023
So glad you and your family had a great time, and a chance to explore and make memories! Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Family weekend to take my daughter at to Storyland. Lots of hiking, Diana's baths, echo Lake Park, and hiking. Neighborhood is beautiful, location is perfect. Very nice home, cozy, comfortable, and well accommodated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 6, 2023
So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay, Mary. Welcome back anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Kristina v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
We came up to spend the weekend for a family wedding at Mt. Washington. The house was great, but there were a bunch of ants on the main level. The beds were super comfortable, but it was tough with a young kid and no shades/curtains in the bedrooms upstairs. Overall, I definitely would come back to this house for a friends or couples weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 12, 2023
One bedroom upstairs has levelor blinds, one has white curtains. There is a skylight in each bedroom. Those ants must have just come in, they were not there earlier when we were by. They have been taken care of, there are none there now. Sometimes a sign of spring! The house is always very clean and fresh. We hope you return for a fun getaway with your friends!

10/10 Excellent

M b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
Great location for our fall inspired activities..house is in a quiet area..general area surrounding the house was very busy with leaf peepers like us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2022
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed your autumn vacation at our home! The White Mountains are beautiful year round, and offer so much to explore in every season. Welcome back anytime, Marilyn.

10/10 Excellent

Rich Z., Derby CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, private and quiet area.
House is as described in the listing. Owner is great with communication and has a very informative welcome packet. Nice location, convenient to most everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
House in the New Hampshire woods
The house worked well for our family group. We were warm and comfortable during our stay. The kitchen was well equipped (although the electric/convection stove was challenging for us). Remember to bring charcoal if you want to grill. The setting is in the woods - no particular view in fall - and the private beach was accessible only by walking over a log (that was a bit too high for scaredycats haha), but pretty for those who did. The location of the house was great! So close to what we wanted to see in the White Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quality Summer Home Away from Home
We had a wonderful time staying here for our family vacation. Plenty of space! Excellent communication and location can’t be beat !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
We loved staying at Donna and Ted’s home for 3 days, and would definitely stay longer next year! The house is perfect for 1-3 families. Two families stayed in the house and didn’t need the basement in law style part of the house as everyone had more than enough space (two toddlers and a 6 yr old). The house was immaculately clean and provided everything we needed. Storyland is just around the corner, as is local shopping, and the scenery is beautiful. Renters with very young children should know that the stairs are open without railings on one side, but the carpet is super THICK to help with an falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Outlaw get together
The house was great, clean, kitchen well appointed and easy to get to. Having to get the keys mailed to you then mail them back is a pain. Hopefully some day they invest in a key box. We had a great time. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Rheana A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Would not book again, have way more to say but ran out of space below
Well first off, the owner mails you the key instead of having a realtor lock box at the house. When our envelope arrived, both sides of the envelope were slit open from the cardboard she had the key in. Thankfully it didn't fall out. We arrived at the house late, made a list of the things we needed from the grocery store after assessing the "fully stocked" house. There was 1 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, no dishwasher pods/soap, no fabric softener/dryer sheets, 2 rolls of paper towels, and only a handful of garbage bags. We were staying 9 days so ended up having to purchase all those things ourselves. There are rodent repellents plugged in all over the house, that clearly do not work because on several occasions we had mice running around inside the house. We ended up catching one and letting it out. There were also bugs EVERYWHERE. I have never seen so many moths in my life. I don't mean to be so not picky, it is the woods but I live about an hour from this home and in the woods and I don't have these same issues. There was candy and food in the dresser upstairs and crumbs in the couch so clearly the cleaners did not do a thorough clean. There is black mold in the dishwasher, making it unusable. With 8 people in the house, that was not a "vacation" to wash dishes by hand for over a week. We ended up calling the owner and she did send a guy over to clean it but he didn't get it clean so the dishwasher was not used. The pans were gross so we purchased some. The trash issue is a pain in the butt. We did see how you have to bring it to the dump in the ad, which we thought wouldnt be an issue but it is. You have to separate recycling and trash but there aren't bins to do so, and also was not mentioned in the ad. The back porch wobbles and didn't seem safe to be on. The charcoal grill is a little finicky to work with if you aren't used to using charcoal. The backyard looks absolutely NOTHING like the picture, You can't do much of anything back there because it is all over grown. We called the owner at the end of the trip to try to get reimbursed for the stay as it was not up to what we were told we were purchasing and she was pretty unwilling to do anything to make us happy, which was very disappointing. Personal opinion, this owner is cheap and skimps out wherever and however they can. The house next door is gorgeous and has a fire pit and a dumpster for less money per night.....also on VRBO. Highly recommend checking that one out instead
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2022
These folks have stayed at our home before, albeit under a different name, William Lamb, her father. The head of our cleaning team, who has been with us for over thirty years called me after their checkout to say if I ever rented to them again he would no longer consider cleaning our home. We are proud of our clean home, and quick response to any concerns our guests may have. These folks called us for the first time on the afternoon of day 5 of their 8 day stay to report there wasn’t backup paper goods or dishwasher pods. I gave them access to our storage closet where they could replenish what they had purchased, and have plenty for the rest of their stay. The cleaner arrived within the hour, of their call, and addressed their issue with the dishwasher, and made sure they had no other concerns. Our.deck is large and sturdy with comfortable seating. Rheana’s father said he enjoyed sitting out there and relaxing. He also mentioned his bed was the most comfortable one he had ever slept in. We have a Weber charcoal grill on the deck for cookouts or s,mores. We don’t have a fire pit, for many safety reasons . Our grounds surrounding the house are planted with grass and ferns. There is plenty of firewood neatly stacked . We have also opted not to have a WasteManagement dumpster by our front door( our only option due to bears), and ask guests to be responsible for their own trash. Landfill is nearby, free, and town mandates recycling. Barrels are provided in our house for both trash and recycling, though the town does require separation of recyclable materials on site. We don’t have moths in the house, although if you do arrive after dark, and turn lights on in the house while you’re bringing your stuff in, they may follow you in as they are drawn to the light. We did have a professional person come in to assure us the was no mouse in the house. We do keep the plug-ins by the back doors . Two of our best features are the private sandy Saco River beach, and the hiking trail up Mount Stanton, each a short walk from our door. People who stay with us often comment how well the house works for them, and how clean and well suited it is for their family. See all our previous five star reviews.

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend gateway
We would highly recommend this house, was very clean and spacious. We loved being in the woods away from the main town but close enough to take a short 10 min drive into town. We will be back again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

rachel s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay by the river
Our group had a great time at this property. The house was very clean, has plenty of space for a large group and different ages, and is in a great convenient location to groceries etc and also private neighborhood access to the river. There is no AC and the upstairs gets VERY hot but there are plenty of fans in the house that were a big help. There is a caterpillar invasion right now in much of the entire area which made hanging on the deck a little precarious and the railing didn’t seem super super secure for small kids but the view was magnificent and the grill was great. The access to the river was absolutely amazing - we had a wonderful time! Owners were responsive for the little things that came up. We would go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

ejgmmnea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get away
We loved the house. Mother nature didn't cooperate due to the gypsy moth caterpillars which were everywhere on the deck and pretty gross. Disappointed about the beach access because there was no foot bridge and we could not get down to the Saco. Otherwise enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2022
Our Saco River neighborhood beach is one of the most loved features of our home. One reaches it by the access road marked “private”. There is a little ankle deep stream about four or five feet across that must be waded through, if the footbridge is not there. This is easy to do, even for small children. The ten acre undeveloped riverside beach property is maintained by the neighborhood association of volunteers. The Saco River is “never the same river twice”, so it is always fun to see how it looks this year. This year, 2022, the beach is large and sandy, but one still needs to wear river or water shoes, flip flops won’t do. The current is quiet, and there are plenty of areas for small children to play, and explore. The best swimming is at the bend in the river, to your right as you arrive at the beach.The river is not handicapped accessible. If one goes down the road before the private beach access road (Rick’s Road) it runs through the woods parallel to the river, but there is no beach access! So look for the private road signs.. Northern Vermont and New Hampshire experienced highly unusual short lived population of caterpillars in 2021 and this year. We continue to do our best to discourage them.This is a cyclical phenomenon which hopefully has run its course.

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family memories!
We were a family of 7, parents, 2 children and their spouse/fiancés, and 1 grandchild. Our first day we explored and went down to the beach. Papa and grandson did a salamander hunt adventure and found a record 5 salamanders! Next day we did the Living Shores Aquarium. Day 3 we did Storyland and day 4 we went to Diana’s baths with many wonderful meals and together time between. This accommodation was perfect for our party and the location. It is very well equipped, provisioned and super comfortable. It was exactly as described and pictured and clean. We highly recommend this rental and will look to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2022
Sounds like you have made some great memories together as a family! Exploring along the river can be so much fun.. perhaps next visit you can climb Mount Stanton, behind our house and catch the view from above! Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Mackie F., Merrimac, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
A great VRBO find
Excellent location and superb house setup for two families. Donna was exceptionally responsive. The process was seamless.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a great weekend staying here at the Birchview by the Saco! There were only four of us (two couples) so we only used the first floor bedroom and second floor bedroom with the queen bed. Both beds were SO comfortable with cozy bedding. The house was clean with the exception of a few bugs/gnats which comes with the territory of a house by the woods. Toaster and coffee maker could be updated but the major appliances were perfect. The kitchen is well stocked with plates, drink ware, cookware etc. We visited in October so didn’t take advantage of the outdoor space much or go down to the river. Great location close to everything you would want for a stay in the White Mountains. A quick 10-15 minutes to North Conway, maybe 10 to Attitash, 30 to Breton woods, 40ish to mount Washington auto road, 10 minutes to the start of Bear notch road which connects down to the Kankamangus. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

heather m.

Liked: Cleanliness
MAGICAL! ended too soon...:-)
such a great property, and close to so many activities! the property owner was super fast in responding to all questions, and the property was immaculate when we arrived. super-comfy beds, awesome layout of all floors; 1 bathroom on each level was a great bonus. we all hope to have the privilege of being able to rent this property in the near future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2021
We are so happy you and your friends enjoyed your stay at our home in the White Mountains. Glad it was a good fit for you! Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend away in the woods
Spacious, clean, quiet piece of heaven! We enjoyed every moment at this home. We were at max capacity at 8 adults, and we each had a comfortable space to rest. 3 full bathrooms, what a dream for our group. River access is beautiful. Our river day was one for the books! Hummingbirds love the property, along with chipmunks and white tailed hawks!!! I would love to come back in the spring or late winter and see what that season offers. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your slice of heaven !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michaela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer get away
The property was clean and comfortable. We had plenty of space for our family of four. We loved the location- the property is close to the river, close to all local attractions, but in a quiet neighborhood. A great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time was had by all
We really enjoyed our time here. While the trash drop off can be a bit tricky, the owner was very helpful. She was very responsive to any questions we had while here. We are hoping to get back again some day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kristina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location close to it all.
Very nice home, exactly as advertised. The short walk to the river was fabulous and fun for tubing or relaxing by the waters edge. Only suggestion would be — on a personal preference — to add a fire pit in back yard 😊 to enjoy more evening outdoor time. Donna was fabulous to work with and made the entire process simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Excellent Communication
The location of this property was perfect. It was quiet, safe, nice setting. Minutes from everything. We loved the private beach! It was VERY hot (the insane national heatwave) while we were there. It was unfortunate there were no air conditioners, the upstairs bedrooms were extremely hot to sleep in, but the heat was also unusual for the mountains. Donna was a spectacular host, easy to communicate with, explicit directions. We had a great time in her lovely home! Thank you Donna!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Geoffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
No trash service
We weren't aware until after we booked that we were responsible for taking our own trash to the dump. This is further complicated by the fact that the checkout time is 10 am and the dump doesn't open until noon (5 days a week). Plus you have to use a sticker in the house and return it to the house before checkout.. so you really have to go the day before checkout then you are still stuck with the trash from the last day.. I get that the owners might not want to pay for trash service for themselves, but it is something that should be invested. It's absurd to spend so much money on a rental then have to use your vacation time to go to a dump.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2021
Yes, guests are responsible for their own trash, as is clearly mentioned. We have opted not to have a Waste Management dumpster in front of our door, which is the alternative. Trash cannot be put out for pick up as it attracts bears. The landfill is no charge, and a very short drive away. It is open until six pm, so we suggest people drop off their trash the day before they go, and if they have a small bag left the next morning, to please take it with them.

10/10 Excellent

stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation
This house was perfect for our family vacation. The house was clean and had everything we needed for the week. The location was awesome. Walking distance to a private beach on the Saco River and to a beautiful hike up Mt Stanton. We were also minutes from Story Land! The owners were great to work with and highly responsive to any questions. I would definitely recommend this property for families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2021
The view of the river valley from the top of Mt Stanton is awesome! Our kids first climbed it with us when they were four and seven years old. We’re glad you had the opportunity to explore and enjoy together with your family. Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine M., Tilton, New Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was perfect for our needs. We enjoy a week away every summer with cousins, to unwind, catch up and enjoy local activities and this home was perfect for all of those.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2021
So happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in the White Mountains at our home with your family.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice short trip
Fun time for all. Short walk to the river/ my son actually swam in it on a 60- degree day! Brrrr...Diana’s fall was a good kid-friendly hike with awesome views- would love to go back on a hot day and sit in them! My only complaints are that there were no paper towels or firewood, so we had to go buy them. Also, no blow dryer so make sure to bring your own.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful find
This s the 2nd time we’ve stayed here and I’m sure that we will be back. Great location with plenty to do. Donna was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birchview
Thank you Donna, for opening up your home. Our family vacation was awesome. We had a fire in the woodstove and played a few boardgames. The living room was great to entertain and be together as a family. The kitchen was great to cook together and share stories and make new memories. We loved this home so much and the location was convenient to get to places. See you next year! The Haskell Family😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 29, 2020
We’re glad you had a wonderful family time together here in New Hampshire! Many families come again and again, and think of our home as their own. There is so much to explore and do as your children grow. Making memories together you will always share! Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay.
Really enjoyed our stay, plenty of room and everything as outlined.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
Autumn is a beautiful season in the White Mountains, along the river, or hiking.. welcome back anytime!

6/10 Okay

Amanda M.

Our stay
We had a great time in Glen and Donna communicated well. The house itself was as expected and it is in a great neighborhood. However, the place could use a really good cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
The property was amazing for what we wanted for our family stay in the region. Donna was awesome to deal with. We'd recommend her property for anyone staying any season.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2020
We are glad you and your family enjoyed your vacation at our home, Eric! Welcome back anytime! It’s always fun to explore the White Mountains and Saco River all four seasons!

10/10 Excellent

karen w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home - close to everything
Had a wonderful stay here. Owner was very helpful and accommodating !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
We’re happy you had a chance to hike, and enjoy Oktoberfest, and Storyland ! Welcome back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Regina C., Milton,Ma, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to make memories with family.
Birchview By the Sacco is an amazing house. It has everything you need for a relaxing and fun vacation.There was more than enough room for my husband and I and my son’s family . The open layout on the first floor allows you to cook and still be part of the action. Very pretty with comfortable furniture. The bedroom and the bathroom on the first floor was wonderful for my husband who is handicapped. The room downstairs with TV and small kitchen is a bonus. My 8 year old and 4 year old loved as they could play down there without bothering anyone. The Sacco River with the private beach is amazing and was a big hit with the grandchildren. Being close to Storyland without having to battle the traffic into North Conway was a big plus. Plenty of restaurants nearby and activities. We were there for Labor Day weekend and would love to stay for a longer time next year. Regina
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Perhaps you can return next summer for a week with your family and have more time to explore and enjoy more of the many fun opportunities nearby!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was clean and easy to find. The grounds were well kept. The private beach was the best part of our trip! The hiking path was a plus as well. The property owner was very accommodating and made the check-in/check-out process very smooth. Overall, our family would book this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find!
This house was perfect for us. It was very comfortable for the 6 of us and loved the open floor plan. Great location and walking distance to the beach where we spent much of our time was an added bonus! Donna was quick and responsive to a couple of questions I had as well. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Shelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to many attractions
This home is very conveniently located for many area attractions, yet in a quiet neighborhood. Common area plenty big enough for meals with extended family. We did find the basement too damp to use, but we were visiting during a hot summer week.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
We had the deck recently painted, and the lower level had been closed up for 3 weeks, it may have been stuffy, but not damp. Cleaners are going in today to resolve, and make sure all is nice and fresh. Usually, the lower level is such a great place for different generations to relax and enjoy each other’s company! It’s light and airy with windows that look out to the back yard, and it’s own entrance, kitchen and bath.

8/10 Good

Rebecca L., Somerville, MA

Spacious, conveniently located house, and wonderful host!
This was probably more house than we needed in retrospect, but it has three full floors of living space, with two bedrooms and a full bathroom on the top floor, open-concept kitchen, dining and living space, plus another bedroom and full bathroom and lovely deck on the main floor, and a walk-out basement with den, extra bed space, second kitchen area and third full bathroom. With two families and a total of 3 adults and 4 kids, it was more than enough for everyone to feel comfortable. Everything was clean and easy to find, kitchen had all necessary tools and appliances, grill on the deck was fun for BBQing and s'mores, and the location was extremely convenient to Storyland, Cathedral Ledge, Echo Lake, and Diana's Bath, plus a short walk down the hill to the Saco River, where we easily could have spent a whole day. The host, Donna, was so helpful, sending customized suggestions for activities and detailed instructions to get around with the smaller kids and toddler. She was very quick with all her responses and made us feel like we were welcomed guests, even from long-distance. Only small issue was the WiFi, which wasn't always reliable. The one thing that would have made this a 5 star review would have been a dumpster on site, like quite a few neighbors had. Be prepared to remove your trash when you leave, and keep in mind the extremely inconvenient hours of the landfill - only open 12pm-6pm and closed Wednesday and Thursday. Since we were checking out on a Friday and had to leave quite early to be back for work, we had no choice but to skip the landfill and haul our trash home with us, which was less than ideal. While we knew the trash had to leave with us ahead of time from the house instructions, we didn't know the landfill was closed on Wednesday-Thursday until we got to the house. Plus the extra trip to the landfill (before you pack your car, most likely) isn't the most convenient if you are traveling with small kids, but I'm betting it's pretty typical for other rentals in the area. I honestly would have been willing to pay a bit more ($25-$50?) to not have had to remove the trash. But I appreciated the relatively low cleaning fees and deposit, so all in all, this was a great value and I understand why trash removal would be challenging for the owner/cleaning company. We would definitely return and recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Glad to hear you liked the house! We have opted not to have a Waste Management dumpster next to our front door, and do ask our guests to be responsible for their own trash. Trash cannot be left out for pick up any other way, as it will attract bears. Most rental homes in the area do the same. We will be sure folks know landfill hours, so they can plan accordingly. Co-existing in harmony with nature, and local regulations, is all part of enjoying life in the beautiful White Mountains! Welcome back, anytime!

8/10 Good

Linda R., Ellington, CT

Great Location
This property is in a quiet setting. The house is clean and comfortable, but dated. The Saco River is within walking distance, and had a small, sandy beach to relax on. The kids had a great time playing in the water. Very close to Attitash and close to North Conway. Great location! Donna was responsive and helpful. We had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018