Ponderings at White Pond
1 acre hosted by Claudine K.
1 lodging site
· 1 toilet
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98% Recommend43 ratings · 32 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Claudine is a very warm and helpful host. White bond is clean and great for swimming. We caught 4 fishs with lure. I hope we could stay more days there. The cabin is small but has everything you need.
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懽 黄.
1 review
Recommends
· May 2025
This lakeside property is absolutely gorgeous. It's hard to believe how close to Boston it is- with almost no noise- other than birds- including a piliated woodpecker and owl.
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Steven L.
12 reviews
Wonderful location to rest in peace and quiet... Would highly recommend for the summer or even in the winter once the snow hits.. Claudine is a wonderful host, most thankful for everything she had done for me once I arrived to the location... Would 100% be coming back
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Marco P.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
We absolutely loved this place. An amazing get away from the city and it's very close to Boston too. I was worried that we're gonna have problems with the commute, since we weren't driving, but we took the train to Concord and were able to Uber to the place and back very easily.
The host is the so kind and friendly and even helped us with the fire. Would definitely recommend and it's gonna be my go to place whenever I feel like I need some quiet and peace.
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Dorin M.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Amazing little cabin in October, with a beautiful view of the lake and the autumn leaves and some little flying/jumping? Fish!!! Loved a cannot ride in the lake. It was pretty cold out and still very warm and cozy inside!
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Camila G.
9 months on Hipcamp
This place is pure magic and has a lot of love put into it. The owners of the property are extremely gracious and welcoming. We couldn't have asked for a better place to reset and find some peace. It's a rare find and I felt very lucky that they opened their space up to outsiders.
The cabin is charming and has thoughtful lighting throughout. It has electricity and is stocked with what you need for coffee, tea and cooking on a small grill or wood stove. They also provided plates and silverware, fresh towels, blankets, toilet paper and paper towels. Theres an area for dish washing next to the main house.
We packed everything in and did not need all of what we brought by any stretch. If you need other items theres a town and stores along the way within a 5-15 minute drive from the property.
The outdoor shower works great and keeps the water hot for a full shower length.
You are RIGHT on the water, and it's the cleanest pond I've ever seen so make sure to respect the area.
There's beautiful hiking right across the way. We had planned to only be on the property in the morning and evenings but you really can't beat staying on the water all day.
The hill leading down to the cabin is slightly steep but not bad at all. It's very well marked and maintained. They provided us a wagon to help carry down what we packed in.
They have a fridge they allowed access to in the base of the main house, and provided a cooler on the porch of the cabin we were in.
Kady D.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Awesome 4 day stay over Labor Day. Beautiful pristine water and a cozy cabin surrounded by green. We loved getting out onto the trails and using the floating dock to fish off. Can’t wait to comeback.
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Garrett C.
2 years on Hipcamp
We went to Claudine’s place for a girls weekend. The pond was stunning. We had the best time taking the dock out into the middle of the water and jumping off. It was very peaceful and relaxing. Would highly recommend, and we will absolutely be back. Bring bug spray.
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Avalena L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2024
Hosts were nice and kind. Tent/cabin was cozy, pond is beautiful. For the price and to be considered “glamping”there should be a little more effort, place has a lot of potential and a little more tidying to outside would make a huge difference. Fire ants in the plants. Grills and fire place were dirty and used from past renters. (Not propane, coals that were supplied didn’t work.) Bought our own. Call me biased but preferred it to be more private. This is my opinion only, you very much share the communal space with owners. Freezer does not work. Toilet compostable which means you need to change toilet bag after every use is not what I was expecting.
Again not a horrible time but unfortunately we will not be returning under these circumstances unfortunately.
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Rita H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Beautiful, comfy, close to a farm that had all the food one could want (prepared and the best blueberries we’ve had in ages) Thank you Claudine for opening this magical place to us!
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Kylie E.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
With kids ·
Pondside Cabin
We loved staying on Claudine’s cabin, it was very nice, quiet and we enjoyed refreshing ourselves in the cool and very clean waters of the lake.
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Ed S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
So awesome!!! Thank you Claudine. We really enjoyed our stay in your cabin. Even with the rain all weekend. So nice. So relaxing. I will definitely be returning.
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Dan M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2023
Amazing place and amazing hosts. Couldn’t recommend it more!
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Tanner Y.
1 year on Hipcamp
This was a perfectly tranquil stay. Claudine was very nice and helpful. We chatted for a while on our first morning and we could tell she holds a deep appreciation of this place. I recommend searching for 1 Tracy St in order to find the driveway, as we had some trouble getting in after dark. The walk down to the cabin is steep! The nearby town of Concord was adorable with friendly people, good coffee, food, and antiques. We wish we could stay longer! Looking forward to returning.
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Danny A.
1 year on Hipcamp
Thank you Claudine and Emory , the cabin in the wood was comfy and we had lot of fun using the paddle to go in the middle of the pond.
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Lesoleil S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
With pets ·
Pondside Cabin
Such a nice location whether you are coming into the area from out of town or just need a weekend break from the city (which was us). The tent/cabin was comfortable and looked out over the pond. The outdoor shower might be the nicest and warmest one I've ever used. The pond itself was serene and quiet. Perfect for paddle boarding and canoeing, which our dog especially enjoyed. Claudine is a super interesting and great host. My only recommendation is bring bug spray and other means to detour bugs. They were out in force.
Adela T.
2 years on Hipcamp
We loved glamping on Claudine’s land!
They were very accommodating and had plenty of awesome things for us to use including a paddle board! We definitely overpacked as Claudine provided a lot of necessities. A plus is that our dog had an amazing time!
Claudine was also awesome and easy to talk to and had plenty of cool stories to share.
The only thing we failed to think about prior is how buggy it is as it’s on a pond. I definitely recommend some good mosquito repellent as we were getting eaten by them 🤣
Thank you for such a serene staycation 😎
Alyss G.
2 years on Hipcamp
Such a lovely hidden Massachusetts gem. Perfect for a weekend of relaxation. The water was the clearest I’ve seen here. The hosts we kind and helpful. Definitely would stay again!
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Megan M.
3 years on Hipcamp
We had a great weekend at Claudine and Henry's little cabin. Weather was a mixed bag for us, but when it was sunny and hot we loved eating our meals and lying out on the two docks, swimming, canoeing, fishing, and stand up paddle boarding with all the gear provided by Claudine. Our dog came too and enjoyed all the smells. The cabin itself is clean and comfortable with a potable water jug, an electric kettle, a toaster oven, and some dishes to use. Outdoor shower is lovely. We hung out a bit with Claudine and Henry who are very friendly and easy to be around. This is a nice private feeling pond experience that you can't easily find around here.
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Amy D.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2023
Beautiful getaway. Cabin was very comfortable and clean.
Lovely having coffee on the dock in the morning. Lots of fish! You could see sunfish and trout swimming by the dock. The water was so clear.
The hosts were lovely as well.
Amber Y.
5 years on Hipcamp
We loved this place!!! Watching our dog have a great time was priceless! The hosts are super friendly, gave great recommdations for town and had everything you really need. I actually overpacked! Quite franklin, I wanted to stay longer.🥲 I will absolutely love to book again this summer. Awesome view of lake to wake up to. The hosts were very accomidating and welcoming.
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Ashley L.
2 years on Hipcamp
The site was gorgeous. A hidden treasure close to the city. It's peaceful, beautiful, and Claudine was a gracious and lovely host. I had a wonderful time staying there and I'll most certainly be back.
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Cameron J.
3 years on Hipcamp
Lovely cabin. Wonderful view. And gracious hosts. Highly recommend.
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Ali A.
2 years on Hipcamp
Henry and Claudine were the best hosts I have experienced in all my travels. They bent over backwards to make sure I had a wonderful stay and everything I needed. As far as the pond goes there is only one word that can be used. Magic. Pick this place if you wish to experience what the legendary David Thoreau did!
"What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us."
Thank you Claudine and Henry for sharing your space!
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Adam K.
2 reviews
We had a great time in Claudine's space. The pond was perfect to have coffee & had an awesome setup to enjoy the amazing Fall colors and view. My dog was in heaven chasing chipmunks. The space was kept and you could see they recently fixed anything below their standard. New wood, nice tiles, clean tables.
There was kindling next to the firepit and wood which I appreciated. The toilet was kept and had freshness powder & a heater, both nice attn to detail. The thermostat kept us toasty and comfy, at night, and there were plenty of options of ways to cook, including a cool outdoor wood stove. Coolers were both on the deck and outside the house, and there were paddleboats to use. Alot of little cool touches. Theres also a floatly wood plank we will def be coming back to try. Claudine was consistantly responsive, patient, and left a wagon to make bringing everything to the site easier. She was clear with directions so we had no issue finding the space.
Bring your own soap to wash dishes and bathe, towels to bathe and and swim, anything you need to prep for food and grill, and extra lighters (you never know) 🙂and you've got it all! Happy glamping. Def coming back.
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Christ R.
2 reviews
Pondering at the Pond was wonderful! Claudine is a great host, and the location is beautiful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to escape the hustle and bustle and take some time in nature.
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Macie P.
2 years on Hipcamp
Hosts are charming. Space is clean and cozy. Big comfy chair and smart places to set up & stash stuff. Mornings on White Pond are idyllic. Could not have stayed at a more appropriate place to connect with the Walden philosophy!
Kathy P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
With pets ·
Pondside Cabin
Claudine and Henry are wonderful, fascinating, friendly people and a delight to spend time with. You will surely want to pick their brains and can learn a lot from them and hearing their life experiences. If you can arrange the rest of your trip to allow for multiple opportunities to chat with them — definitely do so! Incidentally it is also quite heartening to see a couple who so obviously still love being together with each other; they each have a glint in their eye when looking at the other.
The cabin is a great space and everything about it is very well-thought-out … with attention not only to practicality but also to aesthetics.
The land near the pond, and the pond itself, has a good energy, is very secluded despite other neighbors being on the pond, and is a great place to tune into Nature’s tempo … all while still conveniently a short drive away from Walden, the Thoreau farm, nice coffee shops, etc.
Highly recommended! If you’re going anywhere near Concord, MA, this is the place to stay.
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Sam R.
3 years on Hipcamp
Amazing property been right in front of the water was so calming and relaxing our host was really accommodating if we needed anything at anytime. This property has all the necessary equipment for an great stay .
Erika B.
4 reviews
my friend and i had the most lovely time at claudine’s cabin! we especially enjoyed swimming in the gorgeous pond and making homemade pizzas on the grill. would recommend it to anyone wanting a serene, reflective getaway :)
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Madeline F.
3 reviews
Location
Concord Ma, Middlesex, Massachusetts, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Claudine K.
Joined in March 2018Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 6 hours
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