The Cottage at High Orchard with Squam Access

Perched atop historic and scenic Shepard Hill, this spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom summer home offers expansive mountain and water views. Enjoy access to a private cove on Big Squam Lake less than a mile away with beach, dock, and bathhouse. Perfect for swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, and more. The property also features a classic red clay tennis court and plenty of space for outdoor fun. An ideal summer escape for families and friends. Weekly rentals available from Saturday to Saturday. The space High Orchard Cottage offers the best of all worlds with fabulous views of Red Hill and the surrounding mountain ranges, red clay tennis court and meadow, as well as coveted private beach, bathhouse, and dock access on Squam Lake. Complete with old fashioned turn of the century charm, this house is located in Holderness on top of historic Shepard Hill. The house is part of the National Register of Historic Places and great care has been taken to maintain the old world charm while also updating the home with modern conveniences and amenities. Complete with five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, several working fireplaces, a spacious living room, dining room, updated kitchen with original butler's pantry, and a wonderful screened-in porch makes High Orchard ideal for summer gatherings. Red clay tennis court on the property. Access to a beach, swimming area, and dock in a private cove on Squam lake which is less than a mile from the house. The cove is shared by a handful of other houses on Shepard Hill, but is never particularly crowded. Great for kids and adults. Terrific boating, kayaking, and fishing on Squam. Nearby marina and boat rental opportunities. Wonderful hiking in the region. Great local restaurants in Holderness, Meredith, Ashland, and Plymouth. Amusement parks, mini golf, and drive-in theater in Laconia. Mountain resort golf courses nearby. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center has a nice walking trail with great live animal exhibits. Guest access You will have the house to yourself. You will also have access to a shared private cove on Squam Lake with beach access and a private dock, raft, and fully stocked bath house with several kayaks, a canoe, and plenty of paddles and life preservers. Shared red clay tennis court on the property. We offer weekly rentals from Saturday to Saturday in the summer.