An enchanting Adirondack style lake house on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee

Adirondack-style lake house exterior with blue shingle siding, cedar log porch columns, and circular driveway

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This Adirondack-style lake house was reimagined as a family retreat by Boehm Graham Interior Design, nestled along Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, New Hampshire. Combining the rugged beauty of lodge-inspired materials with moments of whimsy and warmth, this home offers the ultimate in lakeside serenity.

Exposed log beams, hand-carved details, and nature-themed murals speak to a deep love of the outdoors, while plush upholstery, curated collections, and storybook nooks add comfort and charm. Every room is designed to embrace the lake views and invite connection—from the cozy family room to the vibrant play spaces.

The designer married the scale of this expansive lakeside lodge with the warmth of layered materials, thoughtful detail, and a sense of lived-in luxury that honors both the setting and the people who call it home.

DESIGN DETAILS

INTERIOR DESIGN Boehm Graham Interior Design
DESIGNER/BUILDER Cargill Construction
PROJECT MANAGER Lakes Region Design Group
CUSTOM CABINETS Oxbow Green Cabinetry Design Studio

Rustic house with cedar porch overhanging a natural rock waterfall and pond

Above: The exterior of the house was painted in the owner’s favorite color, blue. It features a custom twig detail and live-edge trim. A waterfall leads down to the lake.

Originally constructed in 1999, there were a lot of outdated design details in this home, including side-by-side toilets in the owner’s bathroom. The biggest challenge was to transform 9,200 square feet of living space into a getaway that would feel cozy yet modern.

Spaces needed to celebrate the owner’s personal style, highlight their favorite color (blue), and their passion for entertaining. It also needed to honor the original Adirondack-style woodland aesthetic of the house, which was originally built by Cargill Construction. A unique design in this home is an indoor parade of polished tree trunks.

Lake House Great Room with Stone Fireplace

Two-story great room with log beams, stone fireplace, lake-view windows, and neutral sectional seating

Above: The focal point of the great room is the double-story stone fireplace and comprehensive twig detail, which elevates the home’s Adirondack style.

Great room interior with double-height log beam ceiling, twig balcony railing, and large sectional sofa

Above: The designer selected a Tufenkian rug for the great room. The pattern of the rug is a nod to the ripples on the lake.

Aerial view of great room with stone fireplace, sectional sofa, blue accent pillows, and live-edge coffee table

What We Love About This Home

This family retreat on Lake Winnipesaukee feels warm, inviting, and modern while staying true to its original Adirondack-inspired charm. We love how the designer honored the bones of the original structure while breathing fresh life into every room, from the stunning great room with its soaring stone fireplace and twig-detailed railing to the storybook children’s spaces complete with hand-painted murals and imaginative play nooks. The kitchen is a standout, with its Brazilian quartzite backsplash, custom canoe chandelier, and open layout that’s idyllic for gathering around the island. Throughout the home, every detail, from the hickory dining chairs to the live-edge desk in the loft office, feels purposeful and personal.

Tell Us: What is your favorite space in this Adirondack-style lake house? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the Comments below!

Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other spectacular home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign in the state of New Hampshire: A New Hampshire lake house on the peaceful shores of Lake Winnipesaukee and A New Hampshire lakeside retreat with breathtaking views of Lake Winnipesaukee.

Dining room with log beam columns, round table, hickory chairs, antler chandelier, and stone fireplace

Above: Thoughtfully considered details, from the furnishings to the light fixtures, create a sense of cohesion throughout the living spaces.

Rustic Home Bar with Knotty Pine Cabinetry

Rustic bar area with knotty pine cabinetry, birch trim, log beam ceiling, and whiskey bottle display

Above: The home bar area was custom-crafted for making cocktails, featuring stickwork and crown molding that appear to have always belonged in the home.

Adirondack Style Kitchen with Log Beams

Bright white kitchen with marble slab backsplash, hickory bar stools, log beams, and canoe-shaped chandelier

Above: In the kitchen, several non-structural timbers were removed to open up the layout and make way for a generous custom island at the heart of the space. The dramatic range hood was sourced from Oxbow Green Cabinetry Design Studio in Breckenridge, Colorado. A nickel gap ceiling introduces subtle texture overhead, while quartzite from Brazil, selected for its ring-like veining that echoes the cross-section of a tree, runs along the backsplash and countertops. The space is finished with a one-of-a-kind canoe chandelier and hickory stools custom upholstered in leather with a refined chevron fabric.

Lake House Dining Room

Lake-view dining area with twig chandelier, leather shade pendants, and nature-themed table setting

Powder Room with Floor-to-Ceiling Mural

Powder room with floor-to-ceiling forest mural, hammered metal vessel sink, and birch-framed mirror

Above: This main-floor power bath was custom-painted by a muralist, featuring the owner’s view from across the lake. It adds a touch of whimsy with a bear on the back of the door.

Home Office with Custom Live-Edge Desk

Home office loft with live-edge wood desk, leather chair, branch railing, and lake views

Above: This upstairs home office features a one-of-a-kind desk, custom-crafted by Indiana-based Treemendous Designs.

Owner’s Bedroom With a Four-Poster Bed

Lake house bedroom with four-poster cherry wood bed, teal curtains, log ceiling beams, and Winnipesaukee sign

Guest bedroom with four-poster wood bed, teal velvet drapes, log ceiling beam, and antique nightstand

Owner’s Bathroom with Navy Blue Vanity

Primary bathroom double vanity with navy blue cabinets, marble countertops, and rustic log-framed mirrors

Above: In the owner’s bathroom, the designer reimagined the entire space, from new custom cabinets painted blue with bear-themed hardware and topped with granite, to an oversized shower. The light fixtures were also updated, and there are his and hers closets. There was a dated tub that was replaced with a freestanding tub for a spa-like feel. The wood floors extend all the way out to the hallway for continuity.

Guest bedroom with vaulted shiplap ceiling, four-poster bed, floral bedding, and vintage fish print

Above: The guest suite of this beautiful lake house features a large stone fireplace and thematic artwork, personalized for the house guest who loves to fish. Its a space for visitors to rest and reset.

Twin bedroom with black iron beds, green striped bedding, wainscoting, and log ceiling beam

Above: The children’s room celebrates the book ‘Make Way for Ducklings’.

Twin bedroom with vaulted log ceiling, teal built-in storage bench, arched window, and wooden duck figurines

Kids Bedroom with Hand-Painted Mural

Children's bedroom with hand-painted woodland lake mural, spool bed, play teepee, and stuffed animals

Above: This enchanting children’s bedroom features an animal mural and an adorable tepee, with oversized stuffed bears so that kids can let their imaginations run wild.

Adirondack Style Game Room

Lower level game room with hickory chess table, colorful moose painting, and log staircase

Above: The den was designed to be inviting and comfortable. With ample space to sit, enjoy a fire, read a book, or play a game (while seated at the hickory game table and chairs), all while soaking in views of the lake. Area rugs on the floor add comforting layers.

Cabin-style bedroom with plaid bedding, four-poster bed, antler décor, and birch log ceiling trim

Above: The “moose bedroom” is open to the lower-level living space, perfect for hosting overnight guests.

Built-in Bookcase with Rustic Details

Casual living room with blue sofa, log beam ceiling, built-in bookshelves, and leather armchair

Above: Warm-toned timbered railings and beams bring a decorative and defining touch to each of the living spaces in this lake house, including this cozy den.

Rustic built-in bookcase with cedar log columns, birch trim, and New Hampshire lake house collectibles

Above: Accents include pine cones, barn artwork, and an 8-foot-tall carved bear statue (not pictured). The lower-level also has a projector for movie nights.

Screened Porch with Stone Fireplace and Lake Views

Screened porch with stone fireplace, wicker furniture, American flag wall art, and lake views

Above: The home caters to the owner’s love of the lake, family, and friends. With spectacular views of the lake and surrounding nature, this covered porch offers the ultimate spot for morning coffee or evening cocktails (there are two porches on the main level).

PHOTOGRAPHER Rob Karosis, Photographer