Things To Do Nearby
Public Beaches
Pier 19 - just a couple minute drive:
Features a small country store with groceries, ice cream, a deli, pizza, etc. the gas dock is open 7 days per week. They will be offering sea plane rides in the near future!
There is also a large public beach available, with swimming, picnic tables under a pavilion, restrooms and a grassy area.
20 mile bay beach is just before 19 mile bay but it is much smaller and does not have picnic tables or restrooms. Unless the other beach is crowded we recommend it over 20 mile bay.
7 locals recommend
Pier 19 Country Store Inc.
225 Gov Wentworth HwyPier 19 - just a couple minute drive:
Features a small country store with groceries, ice cream, a deli, pizza, etc. the gas dock is open 7 days per week. They will be offering sea plane rides in the near future!
There is also a large public beach available, with swimming, picnic tables under a pavilion, restrooms and a grassy area.
20 mile bay beach is just before 19 mile bay but it is much smaller and does not have picnic tables or restrooms. Unless the other beach is crowded we recommend it over 20 mile bay.
Lifeguards on duty 10:00am to 4:00pm mid June through end of August. This secluded and quiet beach offers swimming and picnicking on beautiful Lake Wentworth. Enjoy the two charcoal grills, relax at one of the many picnic tables. The beach is open sunrise to sunset year round. The parking lot is closed after the first snow and reopens when the snow melts in the spring. Swim at your own risk when no lifeguards present.
17 locals recommend
Albee Beach
60 Albee Beach RdLifeguards on duty 10:00am to 4:00pm mid June through end of August. This secluded and quiet beach offers swimming and picnicking on beautiful Lake Wentworth. Enjoy the two charcoal grills, relax at one of the many picnic tables. The beach is open sunrise to sunset year round. The parking lot is closed after the first snow and reopens when the snow melts in the spring. Swim at your own risk when no lifeguards present.
Wentworth State Park spans 50 acres and is located on the shore of scenic Wentworth Lake. Amenities include large sandy beach, playground, picnic tables, flush toilets and a group use area.
It is just a 10 minute drive from the property. It is not pet friendly and it will cost $4 per adult and $2 per child. You can make reservations up to 30 days in advance to ensure your spot at https://newhampshirestateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/wentworth-state-park/r/deDetails.do?contractCode=NH&parkId=270095&siteId=64169
6 locals recommend
Wentworth State Park
297 Governor John Wentworth HwyWentworth State Park spans 50 acres and is located on the shore of scenic Wentworth Lake. Amenities include large sandy beach, playground, picnic tables, flush toilets and a group use area.
It is just a 10 minute drive from the property. It is not pet friendly and it will cost $4 per adult and $2 per child. You can make reservations up to 30 days in advance to ensure your spot at https://newhampshirestateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/wentworth-state-park/r/deDetails.do?contractCode=NH&parkId=270095&siteId=64169
Boat Rentals / Service
Local marina within walking distance of the house. They offer a wide variety of marina services and boat rentals!
Within walking distance of the property, Melvin Village Marina offers a variety of sport/bowriders, pontoon, and high performance tri-toon boats for rent.
Melvin Village Marina
463 Gov Wentworth HwyWithin walking distance of the property, Melvin Village Marina offers a variety of sport/bowriders, pontoon, and high performance tri-toon boats for rent.
Established in 1903 by Nathaniel Goodhue and Chester Hawkins, Goodhue & Hawkins Navy Yard is the oldest marina on Lake Winnipesaukee. Just 11 miles away they offer a large fleet of both runabouts and pontoon boats. Like the original Cannon Ball, these rental boats are well suited to the uniqueness that is Lake Winnipesaukee.
You can visit the following site to view the available inventory:
https://www.goodhueboat.com/inventory/?location=Wolfeboro,%20NH
11 locals recommend
Goodhue Boat Company, Wolfeboro
244 Sewall RdEstablished in 1903 by Nathaniel Goodhue and Chester Hawkins, Goodhue & Hawkins Navy Yard is the oldest marina on Lake Winnipesaukee. Just 11 miles away they offer a large fleet of both runabouts and pontoon boats. Like the original Cannon Ball, these rental boats are well suited to the uniqueness that is Lake Winnipesaukee.
You can visit the following site to view the available inventory:
https://www.goodhueboat.com/inventory/?location=Wolfeboro,%20NH
In the neighboring town of Wolfeboro at 32 Central St (big red train station) you can rent from their fleet of new jetski's. You will need a boating license but can get a 14 day temp license by visiting https://www.boat-ed.com/newhampshire/studyGuide/10103102/ to study.
For more information call 603-630-6219 or visit https://www.wolfeborojetski.com/
7 locals recommend
Wolfeboro Jet Ski Rentals
32 Central AveIn the neighboring town of Wolfeboro at 32 Central St (big red train station) you can rent from their fleet of new jetski's. You will need a boating license but can get a 14 day temp license by visiting https://www.boat-ed.com/newhampshire/studyGuide/10103102/ to study.
For more information call 603-630-6219 or visit https://www.wolfeborojetski.com/
You can rent a tiki hut boat for hours or a day. They provide the captain and the boat. You bring your own food and drinks.
https://www.tikihutboatsofnh.com/
19 locals recommend
Tiki Hut Boats of NH
263 Lakeside AveYou can rent a tiki hut boat for hours or a day. They provide the captain and the boat. You bring your own food and drinks.
https://www.tikihutboatsofnh.com/
Sightseeing
Just 7 minutes from the property, Castle in the Clouds is rich with history and things to do. The Carriage House restaurants offers incredible views from the outside terrace. The property also offers 28 miles of walking/hiking trails, and/or horseback riding. Great for families or a romantic day with views.
There is public parking available. Unfortunately not dog friendly.
143 locals recommend
Castle in the Clouds
455 Old Mountain RdJust 7 minutes from the property, Castle in the Clouds is rich with history and things to do. The Carriage House restaurants offers incredible views from the outside terrace. The property also offers 28 miles of walking/hiking trails, and/or horseback riding. Great for families or a romantic day with views.
There is public parking available. Unfortunately not dog friendly.
Quite possibly the oldest store in America built in 1781 has the items that most stores no longer carry like penny candy, aged cheddar cheese, toys that you don't find it any retail store, clothing, gifts, and a museum. There is plenty of parking on site and this is just a 7 mile drive from the property.
24 locals recommend
The Old Country Store and Museum
1011 Whittier HwyQuite possibly the oldest store in America built in 1781 has the items that most stores no longer carry like penny candy, aged cheddar cheese, toys that you don't find it any retail store, clothing, gifts, and a museum. There is plenty of parking on site and this is just a 7 mile drive from the property.
Free! Abenaki Tower is said to be built at the junction of several old Abenaki Indian Trails. A brief five to ten minute hike from the gravel parking area brings you to a clearing where you can climb the towers stairs for a gorgeous panoramic view of Winnipesaukee and the surrounding mountains. Peaceful and tranquil, it's a great place for kids and adults alike. bring a picnic lunch to enjoy!
Caution: the entrance to the free parking area is located on the corner of a sharp curve along Hwy 109, it's easy to miss, especially if you are heading westbound). The parking lot has signage. If Google maps brings you to the wrong place just head about 2 miles north and you will find it.
13 locals recommend
Abenaki Tower
Sagamore RidgeFree! Abenaki Tower is said to be built at the junction of several old Abenaki Indian Trails. A brief five to ten minute hike from the gravel parking area brings you to a clearing where you can climb the towers stairs for a gorgeous panoramic view of Winnipesaukee and the surrounding mountains. Peaceful and tranquil, it's a great place for kids and adults alike. bring a picnic lunch to enjoy!
Caution: the entrance to the free parking area is located on the corner of a sharp curve along Hwy 109, it's easy to miss, especially if you are heading westbound). The parking lot has signage. If Google maps brings you to the wrong place just head about 2 miles north and you will find it.
Did you know NH has the skeleton of a massive volcano. About 10 times the size of Mt St Helen the eruption 200 million years ago shaped the Ossipee Mountains as we know them today.
The circular caldera in the conservation area is the best place to check out volcanic rocks and waterfalls. It is breathtaking!
Brook Walk – Castle In The Clouds Conservation Area
Ossipee Park RoadDid you know NH has the skeleton of a massive volcano. About 10 times the size of Mt St Helen the eruption 200 million years ago shaped the Ossipee Mountains as we know them today.
The circular caldera in the conservation area is the best place to check out volcanic rocks and waterfalls. It is breathtaking!
The Loon Center and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary is 200 acres of upland forests, marshes, ponds, clear-running streams and over 5,000 feet of pristine shoreline on Lake Winnipesaukee, one of the largest remaining areas of natural shoreline on the lake. These diverse habitats make this sanctuary home to a wide host of plant and animal species. Two walking trails wind their way through the Sanctuary.
You can download the trail guide here: https://loon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/MWS-trail-guide.pdf
83 Lees Mill Rd
83 Lees Mill RoadThe Loon Center and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary is 200 acres of upland forests, marshes, ponds, clear-running streams and over 5,000 feet of pristine shoreline on Lake Winnipesaukee, one of the largest remaining areas of natural shoreline on the lake. These diverse habitats make this sanctuary home to a wide host of plant and animal species. Two walking trails wind their way through the Sanctuary.
You can download the trail guide here: https://loon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/MWS-trail-guide.pdf
Skiing!
Abenaki Ski Area is a community-owned ski area in the neighboring town of Wolfeboro just 8 miles away. With trails cut first in 1936, Abenaki is the oldest small ski area in America.
It is open to the public and offers 7 trails from green to black diamond, glade skiing, night skiing, a terrain park, and one of the fastest rope tows on the East Coast. Due to the relatively small crowds (compared to the big boys like Loon, Gunstock, and Bretton Woods), there are no lift lines, great conditions with virtually no ice and holds the small town vibe.
They offer weekday lift tickets for $8 for residents and $20 for our friends from out of town.
15 locals recommend
Wolfeboro Abenaki Ski Area
390 Pine Hill RdAbenaki Ski Area is a community-owned ski area in the neighboring town of Wolfeboro just 8 miles away. With trails cut first in 1936, Abenaki is the oldest small ski area in America.
It is open to the public and offers 7 trails from green to black diamond, glade skiing, night skiing, a terrain park, and one of the fastest rope tows on the East Coast. Due to the relatively small crowds (compared to the big boys like Loon, Gunstock, and Bretton Woods), there are no lift lines, great conditions with virtually no ice and holds the small town vibe.
They offer weekday lift tickets for $8 for residents and $20 for our friends from out of town.
Gunstock is a four-season mountain resort that offers authentic eastern mountain skiing and riding with 227 skiable acres and 48 trails. During the summer the trails are dog friendly and they offer a variety of activities including: Segway tours, ziplining, a mountain roller coaster, and special events!
Just a short 30 or so minute drive from the property.
151 locals recommend
Gunstock Mountain Resort
719 Cherry Valley RdGunstock is a four-season mountain resort that offers authentic eastern mountain skiing and riding with 227 skiable acres and 48 trails. During the summer the trails are dog friendly and they offer a variety of activities including: Segway tours, ziplining, a mountain roller coaster, and special events!
Just a short 30 or so minute drive from the property.
Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, affordability, and snow conditions, King Pine offers exciting ski and snowboarding terrain for all abilities and has been a tradition for families throughout New England for over 50 years.
Located just 25 minutes away in East Madison King Pine offers a variety of year-round family camp destinations, including Camp Tohkomeupog for Boys, Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort, The Bluffs RV Resort (exclusively for adults), Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary, Purity Spring Resort, and King Pine Ski Area.
104 locals recommend
King Pine Ski Area
1251 Eaton RdKnown for its family-friendly atmosphere, affordability, and snow conditions, King Pine offers exciting ski and snowboarding terrain for all abilities and has been a tradition for families throughout New England for over 50 years.
Located just 25 minutes away in East Madison King Pine offers a variety of year-round family camp destinations, including Camp Tohkomeupog for Boys, Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort, The Bluffs RV Resort (exclusively for adults), Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary, Purity Spring Resort, and King Pine Ski Area.
About 45 miles away Nestled in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest, Waterville Valley Resort is a four season destination featuring world-class skiing & snowboarding, nordic skiing, mountain biking, skateboarding, golfing, hiking, swimming, tennis and so much more.
98 locals recommend
Waterville Valley Resort
1 Ski Area RdAbout 45 miles away Nestled in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest, Waterville Valley Resort is a four season destination featuring world-class skiing & snowboarding, nordic skiing, mountain biking, skateboarding, golfing, hiking, swimming, tennis and so much more.
About 50 miles away Loon Mountain offers plenty of exciting year-round activities, including scenic gondola rides, summit glacial caves, Aerial Forest Adventure Park, Ziplines, Segway tours, rock wall climbing, and more.
178 locals recommend
Loon Mountain Resort
60 Loon Mountain RdAbout 50 miles away Loon Mountain offers plenty of exciting year-round activities, including scenic gondola rides, summit glacial caves, Aerial Forest Adventure Park, Ziplines, Segway tours, rock wall climbing, and more.