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On-site spa and wellness center ensure your resort visit is relaxing, rejuvenating
At the Mountain Club on Loon, they want you to do more than have a good time: They also want you to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. And that’s where the Mountain Club Spa & Wellness Center comes in. Check into the spa for an aromatherapy, hot stone or deep tissue massage. Choose from a variety of facials to make your skin firmer, brighter, calmer – or age-defying. The spa also offers reflexology, waxing services, manicures and pedicures and a variety of soothing body treatments for men and women. The resort’s wellness center features an indoor lap and leisure pool, seasonal outdoor pool, workout and cardio equipment, and classes including yoga, water aerobics, spin, meditation and pilates. Personal training and nutrition consulting are also offered.
Students will be fascinated by America's Stonehenge, an archaeological site in Salem, New Hampshire, where some believe there's proof other Europeans reached North America a thousand years or more ahead of Columbus. We welcome scout troops, student groups, and of course families. We've put together an audio tour to help you find the megaliths and stone chambers that have been uncovered at the site. And we have a non-sensitive dig area where students can use archeologist's tools to hunt for arrowheads, bones, and other artifacts. You could find items left by Native Americans, colonial farmers, or more mysterious people. Visitors can also watch a short video on the site's history in our museum. We offer group discounts and with larger groups, chaperones are admitted free.
Perfect for your mountain getaway, inn exudes charm, close to variety of activities
Relaxed, rustic with all the comforts of home, the accommodations at the Woodstock Inn Brewery have been winning rave reviews from guests for years. One of New Hampshire’s most visited country inns, the picturesque inn includes over 40 distinctly styled rooms and suites in six buildings, featuring everything from furniture made from logs in Adirondack-style rooms to Victorian rooms with four-poster beds. Many rooms and suites have whirlpool tubs and gas fireplaces, and most include a full country breakfast. Some have mountain and river views. Guests have access to an off-property indoor pool and health club, and area activities include skiing, hiking, biking, antiquing, golfing and tax-free shopping. Or take the tour at the brewery, then settle in for a beer and a burger in the popular bar or pub.
Beach area a beacon for those seeking to unwind from daily stress and relax by the sea
Nothing calms the mind and body quite like a sunset stroll on the beach, or the sound of water lapping against the shore. Relaxing by the water is what drew visitors to Hampton Beach when the first hotels opened in 1840s, and it is still drawing them today. Rated the third cleanest beach in the United States, this unique region is ideal for those seeking to unwind. To help in that regard, Hampton Beach Yoga & Mindfulness offers yoga on the beach as well as yoga on the deck of the Ashworth by the Sea hotel. You can also work on your strength and mobility while gazing out at the sea from the studio – or actually practice yoga on a paddle board in the ocean.
Bethlehem boats two scenic, challenging golf courses designed by Donald Ross
Beautiful surroundings are par for the course when you golf in Bethlehem, NH, in the magnificent White Mountains. The town boasts two championship 18-hole courses designed by the legendary Donald Ross, who wanted his courses to be a test for all abilities. Golf among the mountains at the public course at the Bethlehem Country Club with outstanding playing conditions at affordable prices. Enjoy a meal or a drink at the historic Putter’s Pub, with a deck overlooking the course. Over at the Maplewood Golf Course, recently renovated, the views are scenic and the course beautifully laid out. The course remains true to Ross’ original vision, demanding both course management and shot-making ability. There’s a fully stocked pro shop, and you can lounge or lunch in the historic clubhouse.
A family-friendly White Mountains resort with plenty to do
Open year-round, Nordic Village Resort offers a family-friendly stay in the heart of the White Mountains. With a variety of accommodations, families can choose a space that fits their stay, with many featuring full kitchens, fireplaces, and private patios, decks, or balconies with mountain views.
There's plenty to keep kids entertained right at the resort, including indoor and outdoor heated pools, a playground, game room, easy hiking trails, tennis, and visits with the resort's resident sheep. Seasonal activities at the resort include row boating, ice skating, and nightly bonfires with s'mores. When you're ready to explore, Nordic Village is close to Story Land, Santa's Village, North Conway, the Kancamagus Highway, and some of the area's best skiing, making it an easy home base for a family getaway in any season.
On-site spa the perfect solution after a day out on the slopes or hiking trails
So you’ve spent your day in the Loon Mountain skiing, hiking, climbing rock walls, kayaking, and you’re just a tad achy. Luckily, RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain has the perfect remedy: an appointment at its Peak Elements Day Spa. Pamper yourself with a full-body massage or refreshing facial. Enjoy a soothing foot soak or foot massage while looking out at South Mountain through floor to ceiling windows. Let an experienced esthetician treat you to a Himalayan salt stone massage or a couples’ massage. The resort also has a state-of-the-art fitness center, multiple pools and hot tubs (including one of the largest lagoon pools in the Northeast) and an on-site winery and tasting room. You’re within walking distance of the unique shops, entertainment and restaurants in downtown Lincoln, and just minutes from Loon Mountain and Cannon Mountain.
At this course, every hole features jaw-dropping views of the White Mountains
There are scenic golf courses, and then there are courses where you just have to pause between holes to admire the stunning views. The nine-hole course at the Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club is of the latter variety: The views of the White Mountains and the course’s meandering path along the Wildcat River mean you’ll want to give yourself a little time to soak in the atmosphere as you play the USGA-rated, par 32 course. Every hole features elevated tees with spectacular vistas. The course also features a beautiful driving range with practice areas for pitching, chipping, driving and sand lies. You can rent an electric or pull cart, and a pro shop sells logo-wear, clubs and balls. The resort’s Stay and Play packages include golf, accommodations and breakfast.
Spacious two-bedroom suites offer plenty of space in a central location
Summit Resort offers spacious two-bedroom suites designed for longer stays and relaxed, at-home comfort in the Lakes Region. Each suite includes a full kitchen, dining area, a private balcony, and plenty of room for families or couples traveling together. The resort sits on a quiet hillside overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee, with indoor and outdoor pools, Roman spa and sauna, fitness center, tennis courts, and so much more. Guests are minutes from Weirs Beach, hiking in the White Mountains, skiing, boating and marinas, and year-round attractions in Meredith and Gilford, making Summit Resort a practical and scenic home base.
Elegant cuisine and breathtaking scenery are always on the menu at this mountain inn restaurant
You’re staying at an inn set on 65 scenic acres in the White Mountains. You’ve had the perfect day skiing, or antiquing, or hiking. Now you want a quiet, delicious meal in surroundings that take advantage of the mountain vistas. Welcome to the dining room at the Franconia Inn, where award-winning elegant American cuisine is served against the breathtaking backdrop of the White Mountains. Tables are intimate and candlelit, and the seasonal menus feature locally sourced ingredients. In the fall or winter, you might dine on steak frites, pork chops with wild mushrooms and maple apple gastrique, or apple bourbon chicken. After dinner, adjourn to Peaks Pub for a nightcap, a handcrafted cocktail or draft beer, and enjoy the crackling fire.
Dine on seasonal favorites, signature cocktails while enjoying breathtaking lake views
With a tempting menu, superior service from a professional wait staff and a soothing waterside atmosphere, the Gazebo Beach Bar at The Margate on Winnipesaukee has been a guest favorite for summertime lunches and dinners for years. Dine on popular seasonal favorites, including Angus beef burgers, fish tacos and a selection of fresh salads. Enjoy specialty cocktails as well as a selection of wines and seasonal and craft beers while you look out over the picturesque lake, perhaps enjoying a spectacular sunset. There’s a kids’ menu – and some delectable desserts. The resort also serves a hot breakfast buffet during the summer season and other high-occupancy periods, and complimentary coffee and fresh fruit in the Courtyard Bistro area adjacent to the main lobby.
Brilliantly crafted cuisine, creative cocktails will draw you to this restaurant with lake views
Enjoy exceptional Lake Winnipesaukee dining at The NASWA Resort, where fresh seafood, lake views, and family friendly menus come together. The Blue Bistro is our signature waterfront restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner with options ranging from perfectly cooked Angus steaks and seafood specialties to creative vegetarian dishes and a full kids’ menu. Start your morning with guest favorites like the Big Wake, Egg McMakris, or Caribbean French Toast. For casual lakeside lunch or dinner, visit the NazBar & Grill—our beachfront bar known for tropical cocktails, lobster rolls, burgers, and unbeatable sunset views. Finish your day with classic New England entrées and homemade desserts. Whether you’re looking for romantic waterfront dining or a relaxed beach bar, The NASWA offers one of the best dining experiences on Lake Winnipesaukee.
Panoramic views makes dining in the Carriage House Restaurant at Castle in the Clouds truly unforgettable
The only thing better than a great meal is a dining experience with magnificent scenery, and visitors have been admiring the view from the Carriage House Restaurant terrace at Castle in the Clouds for years. The seasonal restaurant looks out over Lake Winnipesaukee, with mountain peaks in the distance. The menu features a combination of classic favorites and original recipes. The Music Night Series takes place in summer, with genres from folk musicians to tribute bands. Watching the sun set over Lake Winnipesaukee while dining and listening to live music makes for the perfect evening. Visitors also enjoy the ice cream offered over at Café in the Clouds near The Meadows at Shannon Pond.
On-site dining at mountain resort one more reason guests return year after year
Excellent on-site dining at Ledges Restaurant at the White Mountain Hotel & Resort is just one more reason that this full-service resort, close to all the attractions that make this region of New Hampshire popular with vacationers around the world, a first-class getaway. There really is something to please the palate of every guest. Breakfast is included with every room reservation, and lunch and dinner feature tantalizing seasonal options from chowders and salads to great burgers, steamed lobsters, rack of lamb and Prime filet mignon cooked just the way you ordered. Desserts are homemade, and service is exceptional. The Ledges Restaurant and Tullamore Tavern have been recently renovated to make the dining experience even more welcoming, including the popular seasonal veranda.
White Mountain Hotel is honored to be a AAA® Four Diamond™ property!
If you have a taste for casual, fun dining with an ocean view, there’s an eatery here for you
Hampton Beach, NH is not only a feast for the eyes — it’s also a feast, period, with the variety of restaurants, cafes, taverns and take-out eateries available to lucky vacationers. Stop in a popular tavern for a burger and a beer, or enjoy authentic Mexican food, fresh local seafood and New Orleans-style beignets, subs in homemade Syrian bread, or award-winning lobster rolls and “chowdah.” Start your morning with fresh donuts and local coffee or a full beach breakfast. Marvel at the ocean view from several waterfront restaurants, or head inside for live music. Sip a frozen concoction at a tiki bar or a creative coffee drink at a neighborhood coffee shop. Pick up a bucket of famous pressure-cooked chicken for the beach, or stroll the boardwalk with oh-so-good fried dough.
Comfort food with a creative twist, and stunning views, all on this restaurant’s menu
One of the delights of vacationing in the White Mountains is dining with a mountain view. At the Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club, the Eagle Landing Tavern has been providing that service to guests and locals for years. Today, the restaurant offers a modern, and local, twist on classic comfort food along with panoramic views of the mountains and the Wildcat River. Enjoy everything from fish and chips ad lobster ravioli to ginger chili crispy duck legs in the restaurant’s dining room. (Save room for desserts like the maple bread pudding) Or, enjoy a cocktail (there’s a “mojito of the day, for instance) and some light bites in the quaint, historic bar. The restaurant also serves hearty country breakfasts, so ask about the resort’s bed-and-breakfast and other dining packages.
Creative menu, comfortable surroundings hallmarks of this popular restaurant and tavern
It all starts with the food at the 1869 Room, The Wentworth’s popular restaurant. With its Certified Local designation from the New Hampshire Farm-to-Restaurant Connection, the restaurant, with its inviting fireplace and crystal chandeliers, relies heavily on locally sourced produce, meats, cheeses and other products for its ever-changing menu catering to all tastes. Start with Mama’s Meatballs or a delicious burrata, then move to a slow-braised short rib of beef or a black bean and chickpea stew. Finish with homemade ice cream or an apple gateau or a dessert cocktail like a peanut butter cup martini. (The restaurant also offers wonderful breakfasts.) After dinner, adjourn to the Alpine tavern, a convivial bar and lounge with a light-bites menu, creative cocktails and, in season, local live music on the deck. - Book your table On-Line today!
Discover mouthwatering meals paired with the Lakes Region’s most spectacular panoramas
Perched atop Steele Hill in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, Steele Hill Resorts overlooks Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam with the White Mountains rising beyond. Accommodations range from well-appointed hotel rooms to spacious suites, all with easy access to the resort’s extensive amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, fitness facilities, and miles of walking trails. Dining is a highlight at the resort’s Hilltop Restaurant, where large windows frame sweeping lake views. Guests enjoy all-American comfort food, from hearty breakfasts to thoughtfully prepared dinners. Pair your meal with a local craft brew or signature cocktail, then unwind next door at Tova’s Tavern—featuring a cozy fireplace and full bar service. Don’t miss their popular weekend breakfast buffet.
Great Vacations on the Ocean, the Lakes, and the White Mountains
New Hampshire offers great vacations. People travel from everywhere to enjoy the state's vacation attractions and activities. From the Great North Woods to the Lakes Region to the ocean beaches, New Hampshire is a vacation destination beloved by adults and families for its outdoor activities, mountains, beaches, and fun family attractions. Generations of families travel to vacation spots like North Conway, Lake Winnipesaukee and Hampton Beach, NH. In the Seacoast and White Mountains, outdoor activities go on winter and summer. It's a vacation land for all tastes.
This serene region is a place of outdoor activities in all seasons. There's numerous lakes in the region, but the largest is Lake Sunapee, which stretches north from Newbury, NH to New London, NH and provides a excellent backdrop for water sports and back-to-nature vacations. Winter sports enthusiasts travel to Mt. Kearsarge and Mt. Sunapee for skiing and snowmobiling. Covered bridge fans find the Cornish-Windsor, NH Bridge a charming attraction. Dartmouth College is a center of top-caliber arts & entertainment, for locals, students, and vacationers.
This region is comprised of the northernmost reaches of New Hampshire, beyond the White Mountain National Forest to the Connecticut Lakes, and finally the Canadian border. It's a vacation dream for people who love lakes, rivers, wildlife and towering forests. Outdoor enthusiasts travel from far and wide to enjoy rugged vacation activities like hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating, ATV riding, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and moose watching. Festivals and other activities and attractions are plentiful in the towns of Colebrook, Columbia, and Pittsburg.
The greatest namesake of a Lakes Region, NH vacation is beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee, a large body of water including islands, bays and sandy beaches that is a year-round attraction. Activities in the area naturally include water sports and fishing, with entertainment and dining at local resorts, while the nearby forests and hills host plenty of land-based outdoor fun. Other grand lakes in the area include Big Squam and Little Squam Lakes near Holderness, NH, and Lake Winnisquam near Laconia, NH. The town of Wolfeboro, NH on the southern side of Winnipesaukee is rustic and homey, and popular for families with children who travel there yearly. Other lakeside towns include Moultonborough, NH and Meredith, NH, where vacationers can rest, walk, dine, shop and enjoy the local attractions.
Manchester, NH, a thriving mill town a century ago, is enjoying a revival as a vacation destination, fueled by attractions like performing arts and museums. Entertainment activities are always happening at the Verizon Arena. The Palace Theater presents Broadway shows and live concerts. The state capitol, Concord, NH, is home to the Christa McAuliffe Planetarium, where children can learn about exploring the universe. Canterbury Shaker Village in Canterbury, NH is a living history museum with costumed interpreters.
This region, located in the southeast corner of New Hampshire, takes its name from Mount Monadnock near Jaffrey, NH. Sometimes called the most-climbed mountain in the world, it's explored by over 100,000 hikers and campers each year. The mountain has 40 miles of trails, and on a clear day the summit provides a view of every New England state! For children and families, Friendly Farm in Dublin, NH and Stonewall Farm in Keene, NH are great attractions that offer fun activities for kids, like visiting farm animals and taking hay rides.
New Hampshire's slice of Atlantic Ocean waterfront is packed with fun, beauty, and history for travelers and vacationers. Hampton Beach, NH is a family beach with activities and attractions for everyone. Portsmouth, NH is a mellow city of cobblestoned streets, historic buildings with dining and shopping, and Prescott Park with great views of the waterfront. One major attraction, Strawbery Banke Museum, is an immersion into history as well as nature and local events.
The majestic White Mountains of New Hampshire features plenty of great family attractions, outdoor sports & recreation, grand historic hotels and rustic lodges, and during the winter becomes a hub for snowy fun! Enjoy a drive along the spectacular Kancamagus Highway between Lincoln and Conway, NH. Stop off in North Conway, NH for some excellent outlet shopping and dining.
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