Weddings & Events
Squam Lake Destination Weddings
We offer casual elegance on the shoreline of Little Squam Lake. Our many cottage gardens and gorgeous view of the lake provide a beautiful background for your ceremony and intimate reception.
Our property is ideal for destination weddings with under 100 guests – we have a sleeping capacity of 82 people in a variety of different size cottages and cottage suites. We can provide a tent for outside gatherings with an incredible view of Squam Lake. We are happy to provide you with lists of local caterers, florists and ground transportation options. Combine your event with some local hikes, seasonal activities, boat tours and/or cultural events.
Wedding parties who are attending a different local venue or groups attending local weddings often use the flexibility of our accommodations.
Special Events
We are a host to several annual events, Newfember and Kayak University for example; opportunities for dedicated Newfoundland dog owners and dedicated kayak fishermen to get together and share their passion. We’ve hosted kayak and snowmobile clubs who use the property as their base of operations…the Lodge makes the perfect gathering place to meet and share the day’s events over cocktails, dinner and an outdoor fire.
November is Newfember at Cottage Place on Squam Lake!
November 5, 6, 7 & November 12, 13, 14
Newfember rates: $450 to $595 + NH tax
Option for a 4th night at no additional cost
- Friday Night Welcome Reception 6-8pm
- Saturday Guided Hike 1pm
- Sunday Continental Breakfast 9-11am
Please bring a Newfoundland Dog Item(s) or themed basket for our silent auction. We send 100% of the proceeds to Newfoundland Dog rescue efforts.

WALK | HIKE | STAY
Walkitate Weekend
June 11-14, 2021
$895 Includes:
4 nights of lodging
3 breakfasts & 3 picnic lunches
Wine reception
Saturday night dinner
Guided hikes & walks
Walkitate presentations
Visit to Fig Tree Gallery
Kayak University
Kayak Fishing | Seminars | Giveaways
May 31 – June 2, 2019
ALL AGES & SKILL LEVELS
$475 per person includes:
Meals & Lodging
Giveaways, media reps & tackle retailers
Seminars by some of New England’s best kayak anglers
2 days of Kayak fishing (with private access to Big Squam)
RSVP 603-968-7116 or cottageplace@gmail.com
Academic Lodging
Conveniently Located
The Cottage Place on Squam Lake offers a great gathering place for parents, students, faculty, and alumni of local schools. Our visitors are usually attending graduations, reunions, athletic, cultural and/or special events. Our fully equipped rentals (Cottages, Cottage Suites, and The Lodge) offer a location where parents and visitors can enjoy lakefront time with their children in a cozy homelike setting. We offer outside gathering areas for picnics, a great beach on Squam Lake, and an outside fire pit.
Conveniently located 5 miles from the Plymouth State University campus. | Driving Directions
Conveniently located 4 miles from the Holderness School campus. | Driving Directions
Conveniently located 11 miles from the New Hampton School campus. | Driving Directions

Business Meetings
Book A Corporate Retreat
There is strong evidence that creative problem solving, team building, brainstorming exercises and strategic planning sessions are all more valuable when done off site. Invest in your staff and employees and watch your business or corporation hit new levels of success.

Family Celebrations
Enjoy & Relax with Your Loved Ones
Family milestone celebrations! Birthday parties, graduation receptions, anniversary celebrations and family reunions. Cottage Place offers a family group the housing flexibility of various size Cottages and Cottage Suites, giving all family members the privacy they need with individual, comfortable accommodations. The Lodge, with its full-size kitchen, is the perfect gathering place for cocktails, meals, and an outdoor fire.