Hillsborough House for Rent: New Lakefront Private Estate Setting on Franklin Pierce Lake - Property 229867

Summer on Franklin Pierce Lake: Relax on the 2-level waterfront deck or take a nap in the queen-size hammock. This 600 acre lake offers a variety of water and beach activities. Bring your boat or jet ski and dock it at our private dock. Two stable kayaks and a canoe are available for guest use. Swim at the shallow sand bottom shore just steps from the back door. Do a cannonball off the end of the dock. Enjoy a campfire at the waters edge - s'mores anyone? How about fishing? Whether fishing from the end of the dock or from a boat the lake offers trout, bass, and pike. With a boat you can cruise the lake or try out your water skiing, wake boarding, or tubing skills. Bring a bike or two and enjoy a ride down quiet country roads. If you prefer mountain biking there are plenty of options for that as well. There are plenty of local restaurants featuring a variety of cuisines and if you prefer to cook at home you'll find a fully stocked kitchen including a lobster pot and claw crackers. An outdoor gas grill is on the deck.

Winter on Franklin Pierce Lake: A winter wonderland awaits you at the lake. Cross country ski or snow shoe from the back door. There are miles of level and elevated terrain. If downhill skiing or snowboarding is more your style check out Crotched Mountain just ten miles away. Looking for something a bit more challenging? Waterville Valley in the heart of the White Mountains is less than a two-hour drive and Mount Sunapee is only 40 minutes away. Snow sledding trails crisscross the state with one trail running right up the lake at your back door. Ice fishing is a popular winter pastime for many in the area too. Although we keep the driveway plowed a four wheel drive vehicle is recommended during the snow season.

Excursions from Franklin Pierce Lake: Whatever your favorite pastimes, they're within easy reach at Franklin Pierce Lake. Enjoy professional sports? A 45 minute drive away Manchester, NH offers Double A Baseball with the Fisher Cats (Toronto Blue Jays) and AHL Hockey action with the Monarchs (LA Kings). If you want to see some of the best pro teams anywhere visit Boston (1-1/2 hour drive) and see the Red Sox, the Patriots, the Celtics, or the Bruins. Of course there's plenty for history buffs throughout New England including the Franklin Pierce (14th president) Homestead right in Hillsboro. Those who enjoy antiques will find a plenty of local shops and dealers. Nature lovers will appreciate the abundant wildlife and beautiful countryside. It's not unusual to see moose, bear, deer, fox, wild turkeys and many other species. Fairs and festivals abound in the region including the Hillsboro Balloon Festival in July and the Fall Home & Harvest Days in Antrim which includes an international skate boarding competition in Sept.