Best Cabin Camping near Francestown, NH

Several campgrounds within 20 miles of Francestown offer cabin rentals with various amenities. Friendly Beaver Campground in New Boston provides cabin accommodations with easy access to their multiple pools and recreational facilities. Spacious Skies Seven Maples in Hancock features cabin rentals in a wooded setting near their fishing pond and hiking trails. "We stayed in the cabin with a kitchenette and bathroom. The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by," noted one visitor about the Seven Maples cabins. Cold Springs Camp Resort in Weare also offers cabin options with access to their swimming areas.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Most cabin rentals require advance reservations, particularly during peak summer months from May through October when most campgrounds are open. Some cabins include pet-friendly options, though policies vary by location. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, families appreciate cabin accommodations that provide amenities like private bathrooms and kitchenettes while still allowing for outdoor recreation. Many cabins have electricity and basic furnishings, with some offering more deluxe accommodations including indoor plumbing.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary considerably - some cabins provide only basic amenities while others include refrigerators, microwaves, and cooking equipment. On-site camp stores at locations like Friendly Beaver Campground and Seven Maples offer essential supplies and groceries. Firewood is available for purchase at most campgrounds for guests wanting to use provided fire pits. Visitors should check with specific campgrounds regarding their cabin amenities, as furnishing levels differ significantly between basic and deluxe options.

Best Cabin Sites Near Francestown, New Hampshire (56)

    1. Friendly Beaver Campground

    13 Reviews
    New Boston, NH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 487-5570

    $60 - $130 / night

    "Clean, well maintained, private bathrooms/showers. Store is best I have ever seen. Well stocked with everything you could need. Stayed in cabin and tented, as well."

    "They also have crafts, hayrides and games,playground and other events. Separate and Clean bathrooms with showers. Store has all you need. We’ll be going back again this year."

    2. Spacious Skies Seven Maples

    11 Reviews
    Hancock, NH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 525-3321

    $54 - $999 / night

    "We stayed in the cabin with a kitchenette and bathroom. The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by."

    "A very nice shady campground with clean bathhouses - one with a moose guarding the entry - and common areas."

    3. Cold Springs Camp Resort

    6 Reviews
    Weare, NH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 529-2528

    $69 - $130 / night

    "Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff, 4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground that has a gated entry/exit that needs a key card pass"

    "We have booked our return trip already and can't wait to go back!"

    4. Oxbow Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hillsborough, NH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 464-5952

    $30 - $45 / night

    "Clean, WiFi available, a pond for swimming, playground, free paddle boats :), a recreational hall with a pool table & video games, laundromat. They have lots of fun family activities!"

    "They have 2 cabins to rent. And the rest is rvs. The bathrooms are the cleanest campground bathrooms I've ever been to. Everyone is so nice and welcoming."

    5. Bear Brook State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Candia, NH
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 485-9869

    $29 - $45 / night

    "The park was easy to get to, only about half an hour from Manchester. It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites."

    "Hard to find park, office and cabins! Once there, Looong drive to both campground and Cabins. Pro: cabins are on a remote lake. Perfect for star gazing! Rustic but comfy (beds) cabins."

    6. Keyser Pond Campground

    5 Reviews
    Henniker, NH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 428-7741

    "The camp store offers pleanty of stuff. Activity’s for children and adults. Love the pond. The new owners are amazing! And its not glamping. Every site seems perfect."

    "There’s a store and a rec room, sadly no book exchange though. There’s a basketball court and playground, a beach volleyball court, a little pond. There are dumpsters here, but no recycling. "

    7. Sandy Beach Campground

    6 Reviews
    Contoocook, NH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Playground is on the beach. They don’t allow sparklers so that was a bummer ok the 4th, but still got to see fireworks . Showers are free. We would stay again!"

    "Sandy beach by the water has plenty of room to relax out in the sun as well as launch areas to set out in a paddle boat, canoe or row boat, all available on site."

    8. Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Raymond, NH
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 895-3031

    $29 - $140 / night

    "The park includes a large family beach on the lake."

    "Much of the lake is better suited to paddle craft rather than motor boats due to it's shallow nature and rocks. The an expansive beach as well, a camp store and boat rentals."

    9. Ashuelot River Campground

    18 Reviews
    West Swanzey, NH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 357-5777

    $47 - $70 / night

    "Our site was very spacious, level and included a picnic table, fire ring, and nicely placed hookups for water and electric."

    "Chuck and Laura are wonderful hosts and always available to help. The campground is clean, quiet, with plenty of open sites as well as sites in the woods."

    10. Spacious Skies Minute Man

    28 Reviews
    Ayer, MA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (978) 772-0042

    $39 - $999 / night

    "Heated pool, laundry, Wi-Fi that works, cable, 50 amp FHU. Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren’t the straight lines on their map! Good fire pit and nice facilities"

    "At first (and this has nothing to do with camp it’s the people and their pets that make or break a visit) we had lots kid noise some had 8 kids!!"

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Cabin Reviews near Francestown, NH

362 Reviews of 56 Francestown Campgrounds


  • M.A.D. P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2023

    Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    Large and friendly park with plenty of water activity opportunities

    My first time experiencing a park in the New Hampshire Park system. We went down with a group. Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of landscapes, with something to do and see for everyone. The park includes a large family beach on the lake. There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest, including a mountaintop fire tower; an extensive marsh where beavers, deer, and great blue herons may be seen.

    The park lines the shore of beautiful Pawtuckaway Lake.  The 192 sites are wooded and many provide views of the lake.  Each campsite has an open fire ring, picnic table, flat areas for a tent, and a parking space. The bathhouses are equipped with running water, flush toilets, and 24 hour showers.  There are no hook-ups at any of the campsites. The park also has a camp store where canoe and kayaks are available, as well as a plublic canoe and kayak launch. Five cabins are available; each sleeps six people, has electricity, and includes a fire ring and picnic table. Pets are not allowed in the campground or beach area of the park.

  • K
    May. 30, 2022

    Cold brook Campground and Resort

    Shaded Sites

    Grounds well kept. Shaded sites. Quiet areas in lower roads with mostly seasonal. Reasonable cost. 30 amp only. Many full hookups. Pet friendly.

  • Cassie G.
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Winding River Campground

    Fun laid back place. This campground has a lot of potential. Some info on their website and Facebook isn’t accurate.

    I would like to share my experience this past weekend at Winding River in Exeter NH. My family of 3 Stayed at tent site 523 in the Oak area. We also had family at 553 and 554 and Cabin 2.

    About site 523: I clearly had one of the largest and most private tent sites. It was set back with a long driveway tucked between 522 and 524. It’s a very steep drop into the river making most sites a little nerve wracking with a little one. Online it said water available nearby. Most sites had a hookup but there wasn’t a one on my site. It looked like there may have been one to share on the road, but I didn’t end up needing to figure that out.

    Tent sites 522 and 524: Along with most of the tent sites these sites were very close to each other, much smaller and closer to the road. I wished my family members had gotten 552 and 553 as they blended together nicely if you are tenting in side by side spaces. The ground was very rocky making staking tents down difficult. They were right next to the bathroom which was convenient but loud. Ventilation in the bathroom was not good so the doors were propped open much of the time and loud hand dryers.

    Shower:

    • This is the smaller of the two bathrooms in the campground. There are 2 showers there. Each with a single insufficient curtain and no hooks on the wall or bench to place things down. Water was hot enough, pressure was ok if you set it to the high power massage-like setting.
    • The showers in other bathroom (near the town center area) had a door and two curtains. Some had hooks (some of which were broken). I almost tripped going in and out of these bathroom stalls because they are raised up but there is no marking on the ground to indicate that.

    Cabin 2: Ac worked well. There was a good sized bed downstairs, smaller beds in two lofts. I was surprised the couch didn’t pull out. Fridge and all dishes were nice and clean. All the cabins seem to have different back porch setups. This porch was smaller than C1. There was a propane grill that smelled rancid with sooo much caked on The burners. The location of the ceiling fan under the other lights in the ceiling gave them a flashing effect that really bothered me.

    Pros:

    • Lower price compared to other campgrounds (but I don’t feel like I got everything advertised on the website)
    • Two playgrounds, both were nice.
    • Water slide was fun
    • We arrived Thursday at the gate and were told how to get to our site, to set up and then come over to the office which was nice.

    Cons:

    • The river is very low and yucky so none of the boating or fishing advertised was possible. likely causing the massive amount of mosquitos.
    • The whole arcade building was was “out of order”
    • The laundry room had two washers (one was broken) and two dryers 2.50 each per load. Not sufficient for a campground this size (especially when people leave their clothes in the machine for 30 mins after they’re done!)
    • Camp store was poorly stocked (multiple empty coolers).
    • Ice $3 per SMALL bag.
    • Wood $10 per bundle and rules say you can’t bring from off-site. I saw people with huge metal bins of wood but was never offered that option when I payed for multiple bundles.
    • Camp store closes at 3 on Sunday and doesn’t open until 11 am during the week (which is also checkout). This made it a little confusing when I wanted to return the golf cart. They have a small area with icecream that is scooped and maybe a kitchen. I never saw it open but I think the sign said open morning to 12 and then again in the evening.
    • The pool was green and cloudy on day 3. I called the office and was told they had just shocked it and that was a result of the copper. I am not informed enough on pool safety so I opted out of swimming on the hottest day of our stay. My son was bummed.
    • Planned activities were only scheduled for Friday and Saturday, when online mentions “daily”. During adult kareoke there were plenty of kids and really poor wifi (wasting so much time between songs).

    And just to add:

    • Staff I encountered was friendly enough, but It would be nice if they wore shirts to identify themselves.
    • Golf cart was great, but cost more than the site per night.
    • Pedal go-carts were available for rent (I didn’t ask a price).
  • Utshob A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Bear Brook State Park Campground

    Convenient and fun

    The park was easy to get to, only about half an hour from Manchester. It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites. Our campsite was only about a hundred feet away from the camp store but still felt private.

    Our campsite also had a fire pit and a picnic table which were great.

    The size of the sites varies quite a bit though as well as their isolation, some were out in the open.

    For cell service: ATT seems to have pretty decent coverage but not Verizon.

  • Rae-Ann W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 25, 2024

    Ashuelot River Campground

    Nice quiet weekend

    We took our new to us hybrid camper out for its inaugural trip.

    We chose to stay in the wooded loop of the campground and we were very happy with our site, #66. That section has about 12 sites, some big and some on the smaller side. Our site was easy to back into, even more so since no one was in the site across from us. Our site was very spacious, level and included a picnic table, fire ring, and nicely placed hookups for water and electric. We had easy access to trails that went along the river behind some of the sites with a few paths down to the river.

    Everyone we encountered was friendly and respectful. There are quiet hours from 10pm-8am that are enforced. We were grateful to not have to hear loud partying going on into the night. There was car noise from nearby Rt 10 on the other side of the river, but nothing you can do about that.

    We asked for assistance at the office with our first time using a pumping station at the end of the trip. We were given friendly helpful assistance and some great tips and advice for the future.

    This was a nice enjoyable first visit for us. We will definitely be adding it to our list of places to visit again, but likely later in the year when we can enjoy the river and activities a bit more. We did not explore the options for bike, kayak, and canoe rentals but would like to in the future.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Clearwater Campground

    Now Hunter’s Run RV Park

    This is now called Hunter’s Run. Many seasonal campsites more than half the campground. Good site spacing. Store only open limited hours and staff on site only limited hours. Probably due to new corporate owners. Very quiet off season and during the week. No wood available during our visit, 2 bundles locked in cage area but nobody around to purchase from. Bathhouses and showers very clean at lakeside section of campground. Nice clean beach area at the lake. Looks like kayak and canoe rentals. This is on south side of NH route 104 which is a busy road. Some road noise noticed from our location near the lake. Gravel/dirt sites with fire pits ( rocks ) and picnic table. Called office to arrange for site and they called back. Staff very helpful to find a good site and making reservations.

  • Judy W.
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Bear Brook State Park Campground

    Bearbrook Pros and Cons

    Con: Signage is awful! Hard to find park, office and cabins! Once there, Looong drive to both campground and Cabins.

    Pro: cabins are on a remote lake. Perfect for star gazing! Rustic but comfy (beds) cabins. Bring all your own stuff. No electricity, so no lights. Our cabin had a steep path. Others did not.

  • R
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Spacious Skies Minute Man

    Planes, Trains, Dump Trucks...

    The campground itself is beautifully wooded with mature pine trees. However, the sites are packed so tight you can barely maneuver in and out. We only have a 17' travel trailer pulled by a Ford Explorer and had great difficulty backing it in. I did not see any pull-through sites. Our site had a picnic table, fire ring and water & electric hookups. When we arrived we were given a rules list (as customary) that strongly threatened to remove anyone who was too loud, including dogs. I was a little worried because our Border Collie sometimes barks when people walk their dogs past our campsite. Anyway... after we went to bed we were awakened by a cacophony of road noises, including trains, trucks, and tractor trailers. Planes sounded like they were flying right above our heads. Trucks sounded like they were dumping rocks only feet from our site. In between those noises, we could hear a group of people partying outside on the deck of a house very close to the campground. This went on well into the night. Even though my husband has poor hearing, he couldn't sleep through all that. And yes, the irony of the campground's stern noise warning wasn't lost on me. We were there 3 sleepless nights. I would suggest bringing quality earplugs if you go there. Oh- and they do not allow you to choose your site. You get what's assigned to you.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2018

    Pawtuckaway State Park Campground

    Something for everyone

    Lovely wooded campground where you can swim, hike, kayak, bike, canoe, fish, boulder, geocache and explore to your heart's content. Generally large and level sites, many with water access, Make your reservation well in advance if you're planning to visit during peak season or if you want a prime waterfront site. Sites on Horse Island will cost you $5 more than those on Big Island, but many of the sites are directly on the water, making it easy to slip your boat into the lake from your site. There's a campers only boat launch on Horse Island. Much of the lake is better suited to paddle craft rather than motor boats due to it's shallow nature and rocks. The an expansive beach as well, a camp store and boat rentals.

    I've had a weekend when my neighbors were playing loud music all afternoon and stumbled drunk through my campsite after dark and other weekends when it was hard to tell there was anyone around.

    Driving around this past weekend I did notice that some of the sites had damp spots; site 71 was the worst with deep mud on the long approach. Site 73 is near the bath house, but it has a long approach that provides a little privacy and it's higher than the surrounding sites with water access. Sites in the 3-15 range are waterfront, but they're higher off the water. Site 43-45 are great. Those along the southern edge of Horse Island offer a more level entry. Roads are narrow and many of the site entrances are narrow with rock/tree obstructions in places that may make backing in more of a challenge to thsoe with trailers or RVs. No hookups.

    The bath houses are tired, but they offer free showers. Would love to see them renovated and brightened up. Big Island also has cabins available. Phone coverage is poor (Verizon); can usually get texts out. If you want to geocache, download the info for offline use!

    If you are used to camping with pets, you'll need to visit outside of peak season as they are not allowed in the campground Memorial Day to Columbus Day and never on the beach.

    It has a longer season than many campgrounds in New Hampshire, running to the end of October, and you can generally get a site last minute if you're waiting on the weather and don't need/want a water site. Its proximity to Boston makes it great for a quick getaway.


Guide to Francestown

Cabin camping near Francestown, New Hampshire provides access to the Monadnock region's rolling hills and diverse forests at elevations ranging from 700 to 1,000 feet. This central New Hampshire area experiences distinct seasons with warm summer days in the 70s-80s°F and cool nights in the 50s-60s°F. Most cabin rentals remain open from May through October when daytime temperatures are most comfortable for outdoor recreation.

What to do

Hiking nearby trails: At Bear Brook State Park Campground, trails accommodate various skill levels within its 10,000-acre preserve. "The biking trails were a blast. We'll definitely be back again," noted Eammon C., who visited specifically for mountain biking. The park also features multiple ponds for fishing and swimming.

Water activities: Oxbow Campground offers complimentary paddle boats and multiple ponds designated for different uses. "They have 3 separate ponds—one for fishing, one for boating & the larger one is for swimming," explains Sara D. Fishing opportunities abound throughout the area's lakes and ponds, with many campgrounds providing shoreline access.

Seasonal events: Halloween weekends are popular at many campgrounds during September and October. A visitor to Keyser Pond Campground noted, "Halloween themed weekend was so incredibly fun. The seasonal sights go all out!" Many campgrounds host hayrides, crafts, and outdoor movie nights during summer weekends.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Ashuelot River Campground maintains high standards for cleanliness. Adam A. commented, "Very clean restrooms no matter what time of day they were always clean and look newer. Pool area was very nice, kids spent hours there." Many campers appreciate bathroom facilities with hot showers after days of outdoor activities.

Waterfront options: Sites along water are highly sought after in this region. At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, waterfront locations provide scenic views and easy water access. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" notes J L., emphasizing the popularity of these premium locations.

Family-friendly amenities: Multiple pools and recreation areas rank high among campers' preferences. Sara D. shared about Sandy Beach Campground: "So many amenities, you just couldn't get bored if you tried to. Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff, 4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most cabin accommodations require booking well in advance, especially for summer weekends and holiday periods. Many campgrounds open their reservation systems 6-12 months ahead, with weekend dates filling quickly for cabin rentals.

Site variation: Cabin locations and privacy levels differ significantly between campgrounds. At Cold Springs Camp Resort, Brandon C. noted, "My biggest gripe is the limit of 2 adults MAX per site. As an adult with no kids I would like to bring along another couple once in a while that also enjoys camping." Research specific site layouts and regulations before booking.

Pet policies: Rules regarding pets in cabins vary by location. Some cabins allow pets with additional deposits, while others prohibit pets entirely. Always confirm pet policies when booking, as regulations may change seasonally or by accommodation type.

Tips for camping with families

Pool considerations: When temperatures rise, pool access becomes essential for families. Kara C. reported about Cold Springs, "Very family centric, 7 pools which (include 2 hot tubs, a small 2x2 pool for kiddos, 1 adult only pool and 3 family pools)." Ask about lifeguard coverage and designated swimming times when booking.

Playground access: Spacious Skies Minute Man provides recreation options beyond swimming. One visitor mentioned, "Nestled among tall pines is this hidden gem... We enjoyed the ping pong table!! Also have arcade, volleyball, and pet walk area." Position your cabin near recreation areas if traveling with children.

Cabin furnishings: Bring appropriate bedding based on cabin type. Many basic cabins provide mattresses without linens or pillows. Alison S. shared about her Seven Maples experience: "We stayed in the cabin with a kitchenette and bathroom. The shower worked well and it was nice not to have to walk to the restrooms, though they were close by." Always clarify what's included with your reservation.

Tips from RVers

Site accessibility: Roads within some campgrounds can present challenges for larger vehicles. At Minute Man Campground, Brittany V. observed, "Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren't the straight lines on their map!" Call ahead to confirm cabin parking arrangements and road conditions.

Extended stay discounts: Many campgrounds offer weekly rate reductions. Molly B. noted about Minute Man, "Stayed for one week. If you stay for 6 days, the 7th is free." These discounts typically apply to all accommodation types, including cabins.

Off-season availability: Several campgrounds extend their season into October with reduced rates and fewer crowds. A Bear Brook State Park visitor mentioned, "I hadn't camped here in the past 8 years, so decided it was time to revisit; it helped that it was one of the campgrounds still open after Columbus Day weekend." Call directly for late-season cabin availability not shown online.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Francestown, NH is Friendly Beaver Campground with a 3.4-star rating from 13 reviews.

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