Local Attraction
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Attractions:
- Flume Gorge: Located at the beginning of the Franconia Notch State Parkway. The Flume is one of Franconia Notch's geological wonders, offering a spectacular walk through a natural chasm, over covered bridges and past waterfalls, a scenic pool and mountain views.
- Cannon Aerial Tramway: Outstanding views of the White Mountains and into Maine, Vermont and even Canada.
- Squam Lakes Chamber of Commerce
- Squam Lakes Natural Science Center: Explore New Hampshire wildlife, see live aminals in trailside enclosures and learn about their habitats. You will see bears, bobcats, owls, otters and more
- New Hampshire State Parks: Franconia Notch State Park:
Providing mountain biking, hiking, fishing, or an afternoon at the beach.
Mount Washington State Park: 52 acres atop highest mountain in Northeast.
- Mount Washington Observatory: The Highest Mountain in the Northeast.
Hiking is not the only way to reach the summit. The Mt. Washington Auto Road offers a guided tour or you drive your own vehicle.
The Mount Washington COG Railway is truly a unique way to experience this mountain.
- Science Center Lake Cruises hosted by Squam Lakes Natural Science Center: Hear the stories of the natural forces that created these lakes, wildlife that makes the lakes so special and more.
- M/S Mount Washington: Take a cruise on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee, NH's largest lake, surrounded by mountains and dotted with islands.
- Canterbury Shaker Village
- Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves
- Polar Caves
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Activities:
- Golf: Owl's Nest Golf Club
- Hiking: We are located in the Squam Mountain Range with a variety of hikes available. Plus hike to to the top of Mount Washington just north of us.
- Horseback Riding
- Biking
- Skiing - Downhill: In the winter, there are five ski areas within 30 minutes from the Inn.
- Skiing - Cross Country
- Antique Shopping
- Shopping: For New Hampshire made items, visit Pepi Herrmann's Studio, a glassblower specializing in dishes and stemware. Be sure to venture to Sandwich, a local art community where the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen began, for a browse through the craft shops. If you have an interest in quilts, you'll find heaven at Keepsake Quilting . Their quilting mail-order company in Center Harbor is complete with a company store featuring yarns and fabrics to satisfy every taste.
- Boat cruises: During the summer and fall you can take a sightseeing boat around Squam Lake to see the sites featured in the film "On Golden Pond." (For a copy of that Academy Award winning film, visit our Gift Shop.) The 260 foot m/s Mount Washington cruises the waters of Lake Winnipesaukee; it docks in Weirs Beach and Center Harbor, both a few minutes' drive from The Manor.
- Outlet Stores: Enjoy tax-free shopping in Meredith, at the nearby Lakes Region Factory Stores in Tilton or in North Conway, both featuring similar upscale outlet stores.
- Train Ride: Conway Scenic Railroad or take a trip up the highest mountain in the northeast on The Cog Railway
- Sleigh Rides
- Ice fishing
- Ice-skating
- Beach: Private Beach with swimming and use of our Canoes & Paddleboats.
- Massage: Ask about our Spa menu
- Tennis: Clay court
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