Cabin rentals near Windham, New Hampshire serve as comfortable base camps for exploring southern New Hampshire's natural areas. Located at elevations ranging from 200-400 feet, this region experiences warm summers with temperatures typically reaching 80-85°F and cool evenings around 60°F. Summer thunderstorms can develop quickly, making weather-resistant accommodations particularly valuable during the peak camping season.
What to do
Mountain biking trails: Bear Brook State Park Campground offers extensive trail systems designed for various skill levels. "We camped here to check out the mountain biking trails in the park and we're not disappointed on either count... The biking trails were a blast," notes one visitor who appreciated the direct trail access from the camping area.
Kayaking and canoeing: Pawtuckaway State Park Campground provides rental equipment for water activities. "This a a fantastic little camp for if you want to go canoeing or kayaking or boating of any kind! It's set up of three islands and a large majority of the campsites are right on the water," reports a camper who enjoyed the park's layout.
Historical sites exploration: Spacious Skies Minute Man makes an excellent hub for visiting Revolutionary-era attractions. "Concord is only 30 minute drive away with two full days of revolutionary historic sites, and famous people home tours such as Louisa May Alcott. Lots of good coffee spots and restaurants in historic downtown Concord so spend a morning in this special city," suggests one visitor.
What campers like
Pet-friendly cabins: Many cabin options accommodate travelers with dogs. At Wakeda Campground, pet owners appreciate the inclusive policy. "Its a nice no frills campground. We stayed in one of cabins and it served its purpose especially during a passing storm. It was nice to sit in the front porch and watch the storm," shares one camper who valued being able to bring their pet.
Waterfront site selection: At Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, lakefront cabins are particularly sought after. "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" notes a visitor who recommends making reservations well in advance for premium locations.
Heated pools: Several cabin rental facilities maintain pool facilities for off-season comfort. One Spacious Skies Minute Man visitor commented, "Heated pool was great!" while another noted the "ping pong table!! Also have arcade, volleyball, and pet walk area."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most cabin rentals have specific booking policies and restricted cancellation terms, particularly during peak season. A visitor to Bear Brook State Park Campground advises, "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."
Site privacy varies: Cabin spacing differs significantly between properties. At Tuxbury Pond RV Campground, one camper noted, "We chose site S5, as we were the only ones on any of the 6 tent field sites. They were completely fine with it & apologized saying that they recently had someone there to fix the septic concern."
Bathroom and facility conditions: Maintenance standards fluctuate seasonally. "It was the final weekend of the season, so that may explain the lack of attention to cleaning and upkeep of the restrooms. Several of the stalls were lacking toilet paper and, although it was nearly empty when I arrived, the bathrooms had little bits of debris scattered on floors and around sinks," observed a late-season Bear Brook State Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming areas: Calef Lake Camping Area features well-maintained water facilities for children. "Small campground but we had fun here. Small lake to swim in and a small playground. They had a beach dance which was really fun," mentions a family who enjoyed the organized activities.
Activity scheduling: Weekend stays typically offer more planned events. At Winding River Campground, a recent visitor shared, "We had a great time here camping with our kids and grandkids. River is not much to look at but the pool was great and there were great events like foam parties, DJ at the pool, pancake breakfast and live music to name a few."
Playground proximity: Consider cabin location relative to play areas. "There are two playgrounds, both were nice," notes a Winding River visitor, while another camper recommended avoiding certain sites because "it is so close to the playground and the fire ring placement makes it seem like families enjoying the playground will be tempted to walk through your site."
Tips from RVers
Check-in timing: Arrival procedures vary significantly between properties. A Spacious Skies Minute Man visitor cautions, "Only down side is office is inflexible on $25 fee if you arrive before 2 pm."
Utility hookup distance: Some cabin and RV sites require extension cords for power access. One visitor to Exeter Elms Campground noted, "Good level site water and electric (full hook ups also available) electric box a little far from parking site had to use an extension cord."
Navigation challenges: Internal roadways at some properties present maneuvering difficulties. At Spacious Skies Minute Man, a visitor observed, "Roads are a little interesting to navigate, and definitely aren't the straight lines on their map! Good fire pit and nice facilities."
