North Country Lake House - Bear - Whitefield

Listing description:
Escape to Bear, a romantic lakeside studio in North Country House, our small family-run mini motel with three suites. Bear has lake views from every window, a gas fireplace (mid-September to May) and the only bathtub on the property. Your private bathroom, kitchen and stone patio are all your own. The yard, dock and kayaks are shared with the other guests. Bear sleeps up to 2 guests. Children are welcome, but no infants under 2.

Your property:
Welcome to Bear, a romantic lakeside studio in North Country House, our cozy mini motel. Bear has lake views from every window. It's a clean, quiet space for a couple or a solo getaway.

Inside (all private to you): queen bed with soft linens; private bathroom with the property's only bathtub; gas fireplace that runs off the wall thermostat (mid-September to May); Wi-Fi and a 55" 4K smart TV for your own streaming apps (there's no cable TV in this area).

Kitchen: refrigerator, gas stove with oven, microwave, dishwasher and a K-cup coffee maker, plus full place settings and cookware. A toaster, electric kettle and DVD player are available on request. Just message us.

Outside: your private stone patio just under the front windows, and a second private rock patio at the bottom of the stone steps with your own fire pit and charcoal grill. You walk across the Moose deck to reach your door, but the deck seating belongs to Moose.

Seasonal: air conditioning (June to mid-September); outdoor furniture (last snow to first snow); shared kayaks, paddle boards, grills and the dock (Memorial Day to Columbus/Indigenous Peoples' Day).

Parking: one spot for one vehicle. Extra cars or trailers go in our overflow lot (see Other details).

Guest access:
Private to Bear: the whole studio, the stone patio under your windows (table and two chairs), and the lower rock patio with your own fire pit and charcoal grill.
Shared with the other two suites: the lawn, the grass beach, the dock, the bench swing and the kayaks and paddle boards.

Kayaks & paddle boards (Memorial Day–Columbus Day): We have 4 adult kayaks, 2 children's kayaks and 2 paddle boards. They hang on the side of the deck in front of the red house. Life vests for every weight except infants are in the closet in your suite. Before you paddle, fill out the release form in your suite. If it's missing, message us for a copy. Send us a photo of the signed form, then drop it in the black mailbox on the side of the deck. Please put the boats back on the rack after use.

Your own boats: You're welcome to launch non-powered boats from the beach. No license is needed.

Swimming: The lake is natural, with a grass beach and the dock for getting in. There's no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk.

Fishing: Bass and perch are common. You'll need a valid NH fishing license. Local honor stands sell nightcrawlers in summer.

Winter (about January–March): ice fishing (with a license, following local rules), snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, with trails right from the property. If you're bringing a trailer, please tell us ahead of time.

Interaction with guests:
We're Corbie and Rob, and we live on-site with our family in the neighboring duplex. We respect your privacy, but we're always nearby if you need anything. Check-in is self-guided with a keypad, and your code is sent before arrival. Check-in is 3–9 PM. Please send all messages through Houfy messages so we can reply quickly. You're welcome to adjust the heat and AC yourself. There's no need to ask.

Other details to note:
A small mini motel: North Country House has three suites: Bear, Loon and Moose. Your suite is private. The yard, beach, dock and boats are shared, and we live on-site.

Kids: Children are welcome in every suite, but no infants under 2, please. Anyone under 18 must be supervised by an adult at all times, especially near the water.

No visitors: Only registered guests may be on the property. Please don't have mail or packages sent here.

Cancellations & date changes: We follow our cancellation policy. Date changes need at least 14 days' notice before check-in.

Fire pit & firewood: Your suite has its own private fire pit. The fire pit is open year-round, 5–11 PM. Firewood is $9 a bundle (about a cubic foot) or 3 for $25. Message us and we'll bring it to you. You can pay through Houfy or in cash. Don't bring firewood from out of state, since that's illegal in NH. In winter, give us 24 hours' notice so we can shovel the pit out.

Parking: One spot per suite, marked with a small sign with your suite's name across the dirt road by the yellow shed. Please use only your own. Extra cars or trailers go in the overflow lot at Burns Lake Farm at the top of the hill, by the yellow house, about a 5-minute walk. There are two lots there. Please use the larger one, and don't block the dumpster or the garage. Let us know before you arrive.

Arriving after dark: Check-in is 3–9 PM. It's very dark here, so bring a flashlight or headlamp.

Smoking: No smoking or vaping indoors. You may smoke in the parking lot only. Please don't throw butts on the ground; put them in the trash.

Winter roads: We're on an unpaved road with a hill down to the property. It's plowed after every snowfall but always keeps a layer of packed snow. AWD/4WD is strongly recommended. FWD with good snow tires is usually fine. RWD isn't recommended. Sanding is $35 if you ask ahead, or $75 in an emergency. Tow trucks won't come down until the road is sanded. If you get stuck and we can't help, towing costs are the guest's responsibility.

What to bring: coffee/tea, ice, a flashlight, food and drinks. Summer: beach towels, bug spray, sunscreen, charcoal. Winter: traction cleats, an ice scraper, snowshoes or skis, and skates for the King Square rink in Whitefield.

House rules:
Read full listing before booking. Some amenities are seasonal. Booking guest must stay every night. No visitors. No mail/packages. No infants under 2. Minors must be supervised at all times. Don't use other suites' outdoor spaces. Kayaks need a form returned before use. Message us only in the app. Reply within 12 hrs. No date changes within 14 days of check-in. Windows must stay closed November 1 through April 30. Flush only TP, no menstrual products. No grease, oil, or food down sinks. Follow host instructions & signs. Violations may mean removal, no refund.

Before checkout:
Checkout is 11 AM. Toss or take any leftover food. Leave trash and recycling in the kitchen bins. Load your dishes into the dishwasher (no need to start it). Turn off the bathroom heater and AC, set the thermostat to 60°F, and close the windows. Message us when you've left.

Safety and property info:
Carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarm installed. Nearby water (the lake). Guests must climb stairs. The property has shared spaces.

House manual:

### Parking:
Please be considerate of our neighbors and other vehicles. Each unit includes parking for one vehicle. If you need to bring additional vehicles or trailers, just let us know during the booking process. They may need to park in an overflow lot.

### Quiet Hours:
We want everyone to have a peaceful stay, so please keep noise levels down from 10 pm to 8 am. Excessive noise is always discouraged.

### Indoor Amenities:

**Heat:**
- Bear is heated by a gas fireplace controlled by the thermostat on the wall next to the bathroom.
- The fireplace turns on and off automatically to match the thermostat setting.
- Please do not touch the fireplace itself in any way. Adjust the heat only with the thermostat.
- The bathroom has an in-wall heater, controlled by a knob. Please turn it off when you leave the apartment.

**Air Conditioning:**
- Stay cool with the air conditioner from June through mid-September.
- Please turn off the air conditioning when you're not in the apartment.

**Windows:**
- Windows must stay closed November 1 through April 30.
- Close windows when using the air conditioner.
- Close windows whenever you leave the apartment to keep heat and cool air in and prevent rain damage.

**Dishwasher:**
- Rinse dishes completely free of debris before placing them in the dishwasher.
- You'll find detergent tabs in the blue tin on the kitchen counter.
- Close the door firmly until it latches to avoid leaks.
- Please don't leave the apartment while it's running.

**Garbage & Recycling:**
- Put garbage in the kitchen trash bin, and avoid leaving trash outside to keep the wildlife away.
- Rinse all recyclables and place them in the kitchen recycling bin.

**Linens & Furniture:**
- Towels and blankets must stay inside the apartment. Beach towels are provided seas