Notes from the host
Rust Pond Chalet
Welcome to “Campbellot”
This lovely year-round chalet is situated in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. It is perched only 20 ft. from private waterfront on crystal clear Rust Pond. Rust Pond is a quiet 210-acre pristine lake in South Wolfeboro, 'The Oldest Summer Resort in America.' From the master bedroom balcony, you can see the morning sunrise, watch fish swim, or simply take in the serenity. Walking out on to the dock with your coffee, you may decide to slip in for an early morning dip, being the first to quietly pierce the calm water. Breakfast on the deck is a must. In the late summer you will smile at the mist rising above the surface, offering the warmth of the lake to the crisp morning air.
The fall foliage draws many to the lakes region, but it is a quieter season on the lake and in town. A great time of year for relaxing, beautiful hikes, fishing, and the brave hearted can still polar-bear swim. You can warm up by the gas fireplace on the deck.
Winter at Campbellot can be peaceful enjoyment of the cottage and cozy gas fireplace taking in the solitude of winter and beauty of the night skies. Winter can also be lake-skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing (Gunstock 21miles, King Pine 29miles, Cranmore 43miles, Attitash 51miles), and of course sledding.
Essential Info:
4 bedrooms all upstairs, the beds are; 2- queen, 1 – double, 2 – twins. Beds have mattress pads, blankets, comforters/spreads, and pillows with slip covers.
Half-bath on 2nd level.
First floor has living room with gas fireplace, eating area, kitchen, full bath with shower, and laundry available to guests.
Large deck overlooking the lake with 2 tables, sofa, Weber gas grill, a gas fireplace.
For in and on the water fun there is a dock, raft, rowboat, kayak, canoe, 2 standup paddle boards.
Pets (dogs) allowed, no cats. The fee for a dog is $185. Maximum is 3 dogs. Additional dogs require approval and communication with owner. Additional fee will apply, $50 per dog.
Guests provide their own linens. (bed sheets, bath and beach towels).
Linens are available on request for an additional $150 fee.
Parking is at the 2nd level driveway. Lake level access is only for loading and unloading. This lake level access is not available in the in the Spring.
EV Charging NEMA14-50 charging outlet at garage.
There are exterior security cameras at the 2nd floor and lake level deck.
Property Access is via keys in lockboxes at both levels. There is a key in the cottage for guest to use during their stay.
What the Area Offers:
Rust Pond is noted for great bass fishing. From Campbellot a short walk along the Middleton Road and up Alpine Meadows will reward you with the most amazing view of Mount Major and Lake Winnipesaukee. The chalet is 3 miles from the center of Wolfeboro and Lake Winnipesaukee. There is a great walking path along the old railroad starting at the Wolfeboro depot and proceeding along Crystal Lake and Lake Wentworth to Albee Beach and beyond. The Ellis Hatch Fly Fishing preserve and Jones Pond are 5 miles along Middleton Road toward New Durham. This is a great spot to walk and have dogs off leash. There is a new dog park at the “NICK”. In town you will find Cate Park, Great Waters Musical Performance, Craft Fairs, and the famous Huggins Hospital Fair.
There are abundant restaurants, grocery, and specialty shops. Our family loves the ice cream, crepes, shoe store, jewelry, the local library, and a hidden gem, the Wright Museum. Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club is near the Kingswood Regional High School toward the center of Wolfeboro. The Mt. Washington Cruise Ship offers sightseeing trips of Winnipesaukee from the Wolfeboro docks several days a week. Castle in the Clouds is another great take for the view, lunch or horse back riding.
There are 2 golf courses within 10 miles: Enjoy New England at it's best. The Cotton Valley Trail, Knights Pond, and the Ellis R. Hatch Jr. Wildlife Area are less than 5 miles away. Mount Major in Alton offers a great day hike for families with the reward of stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the Presidential Range. The Kancamagus Highway and the White Mountains are only an hour's drive north. Story Land is an hour north if the kids aren't exhausted by swimming and playing outside all day. The the Conway outlets are an hour away if school or holiday shopping is on your agenda. Antique and yard sale expeditions are always an option if you want a change from your beautiful lake surroundings. This is a fabulous spot for the fall burst of colors and a fresh crispness to the air. Come see why our family has been enjoying Rust Pond for 4 generations.
