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Peaceful Retreat in White Mountains

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Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Fire Pit for Evening Fun
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12181.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sugar Hill, NH
  • Sugar Hill Sampler
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Franconia Notch State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Peaceful Retreat in White Mountains

Relax in and enjoy our well-equipped home in a very peaceful setting in the heart of the White Mountains. Our four-bedroom home is located on a tranquil “scenic” road in the prime Sugar Hill location where one can find beautiful sweeping views of the Lafayette, Cannon and the whole Kinsman Range and much of the Presidentials. The interior includes hard wood flooring throughout the house, a large living room/ dining area with a fieldstone fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, an island and a sitting area, a lovely screened in porch for dining and lounging and a master bedroom with private bath. There is also a finished lower level space with a comfortable double futon which serves as a great place for children to hang out. There is cable TV and wireless internet for your enjoyment. The contemporary design gives an airy and open feel. Most of the many windows face south and have tree top views of Cannon or/and Lafayette Mountain. The property has beautifully landscaped gardens, a large yard with apples trees and a field, a fire pit and a private patio area and is located just five minutes from the town of Franconia and I-93, ten minutes from the ski slopes of Cannon Mountain and about twenty-five from Loon and Brettan Woods. Property has a separate two car garage with a new studio apartment over the garage, which can be rented separately. The 624 square feet studio apartment has a king size bed, cathedral ceilings and a porch off the back. Please inquire for more information.

Property manager

Wendy Vandenhoeck
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
An extra fee may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sugar Hill

Located in Sugar Hill, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Franconia Notch State Park and White Mountain National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider New England Ski Museum and Chutters. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Sugar Hill, NH

What's nearby

  • Sugar Hill Sampler - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cannon Mountain - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 16 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Furnace Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cold Mountain Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Schilling Beer Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Polly's Pancake Parlor - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Retreat in White Mountains pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Retreat in White Mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Retreat in White Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Retreat in White Mountains located?

This family-friendly Sugar Hill holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sunset Hill Golf Course, Sugar Hill Historical Museum and Frost Place. Gale River is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

margaret r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent House on Sugar HIll

Loved Wendy's house. Perfect location on Sugar Hill. Close to Cannon for Skiing. House has great bedrooms with cozy bedding. This kitchen is well stocked as well. Definitely going to rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thpmas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Enjoyable Family Gathering

We had a very enjoyable 3 day family gathering at this spacious and well maintained property. There were 5 children (ages 4 - 7) and 6 adults. Communication with the host was excellent and friendly. Across the board it was a 5 Star experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NH Trip

Great stay. We have frequented this property several times and always have a great time. Location is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cannon View

great family house and very well stocked, good location up the hill from Franconia, and close to Lincoln,Wendy available if needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JT T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Went great, thanks Wendy

5 stars across the boards. Rules and regulations seemed strict at first but when we talked to Wendy she was very nice and reasonable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

We were staying in the area for our son’s wedding. The house itself and the location were perfect. We were all very comfortable and it was so helpful to have a big house to support our needs for the wedding. Wendy was easy to work with.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Thank you for a great stay. The comfortable house and cozy, well stocked kitchen in a peaceful setting worked perfectly for our group of adults and teens.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay close to the wire mountains

Lovely place close to everything! The outside area of the house was perfect for relaxation after exploring the mountains. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation

The property was beautiful and we cannot wait to come back to visit and continue to explore the area. Very accessible to Sugar Hill, Franconia, Littleton, and Bethlehem. Our three generations of family members had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Janice W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sugar Hill

We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful location. Home owner was attentive to our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Local Wedding

Great location in sugar hill, convenient to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L., Queens, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a small group

The house is located right near Franconia and all the amenities you need, and access to beautiful hiking trails and fun breweries. Huge kitchen! Very good for cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

L M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant, comfortable, and peaceful setting

Private peaceful yard and home. Off beaten path but close to area shopping, attractions, and hikes. Loved the windows across the back that overlook the yard. Great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for our family get-together

This property was just wonderful. We really appreciated the yard space and we used the campfire which had kindling and firewood all ready to use. The kitchen was spacious and had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend this to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

White Mountains Paradise

This house was super clean and spacious. We enjoyed a lot of time out in the back porch. It was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect!

This was our second time staying here and it was just as fantastic as the first time. Great location, plenty of space, and Wendy was super communicative and responsive. 10 out of 10, would recommend! -m
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

larry g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Great house with lots of room for our family of 9. Well stocked kitchen. Lots of space for kids to play. Nice quiet neighborhood. Easy access to Canon Mt.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Maureen P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Location

Good size for our group of 9. Nice location in Sugar Hill. Basement bedroom is limited but useable. Could have been cleaner. Overall, we had a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway...

Great location to explore hiking trails, go shopping or just relax. We rented to have access to the Highland Games and it was the perfect spot. I am now a big fan of Sugar Hill. The property itself was beautiful and provided us with all the comforts of being home. I would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A magical respite

The location is exquisite, the home is casually elegant, clean and designed for comfortable living. The kitchen is a well stocked working kitchen and the living room and screened in porch just invite you in. But the back yard and fire pit are were the magic is. And Wendy is a pleasure to work with. Just a great overall experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kevin B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay, but could've been cleaner

Definitely enjoyed the stay, but it was very dusty and there were spider webs in the house. While this is common for cabins in New Hampshire, this was a home and we found that somewhat odd. Other than that, we loved it and would 100% stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We had an amazing time at Wendy's property. The location was so close to Polly's and the mountain (our 2 main reasons to be up there). There were a ton of beds, linens, etc which was awesome. The house is definitely well loved and lived in. The fireplace was perfect - we brought our own wood and starters. Internet was great and strong. We got a TON of snow half way through the week, so the kids and dogs LOVED the yard. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short trip

I rented this for a family getaway Christmas present so we could go visit the ice castles, and even though they were not open during our stay, Wendy was gracious enough to move our stay back a few weeks from our first reservation. We were disappointed we could not see the ice castles, but the kids still had a blast sledding on the small hill outback and my family enjoyed the large space we were all able to gather in and just hang out for a couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., Morristown NJ

Beautiful and peaceful property

We loved our stay at this beautiful house in such tranquil setting. Everything in the house was as described and there was plenty space for our two families. 4 adults and 4 kids. The kitchen was new and had everything we needed. We loved eating dinners out on the closed-in porch. The yard was big and spacious and we made full use of the fire pit. Easy access to the mountains, beautiful hikes, the swim lake etc. Also tried the pancake house in Sugar Hill, great! Would love to come back and would definitely recommend this property to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely, relaxing vacation house

We really loved this house. Communication with the owner was great; she answered all of our questions in a timely fashion. The house is tucked away in a wooded area, just off a little-traveled road. It was quiet and peaceful -- the perfect vacation house for us. There was a lot of land around the house, which gave our six-year old plenty of room to run around. The barbecue was a nice bonus. And there was even a fire pit, which my son-in-law loved. There was plenty of room for our two cars. The house itself was roomy and comfortable, everyone felt like we had our own little area, if we wanted privacy. There were four bedrooms, which was perfect for our family. Two full baths upstairs, including one en-suite bathroom. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. There is a bonus recreation room in the basement, with a TV and a bed. We did not end up using this room, but it would have been perfect for a teenager or young adult who wanted additional privacy. The owner provided lots of information and material about the area, including recommendations about where to shop, where to eat out, and guides to some of the area's sights and activities. The large screen TV included cable and Netflix and the house had strong wifi. The house was a short distance from both Franconia and Sugar Hill. There is a great breakfast place in Sugar Hill (Polly's Pancake Parlor) and two good food market's nearby. Larger markets, several pharmacies, Walmart and other stores are located in Littleton, about 15 minutes away. Littleton also has a lovely main street, some nice casual restaurants, good shopping, a great candy store and a movie theater. The house is close to Franconia Notch State Park, The Flume Gorge, Robert Frost's house, Cannon Mountain, and is not far from Crawford Notch. There is lots to see and do in the area. Overall, we had a great vacation and the house, and its perfect location, was a big part of our wonderful stay in the White Mountains.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Vandenhoeck

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Alan and I camped and hiked in the White Mountains for years with our kids before deciding that the time was right to buy a home there. When we are not renting the home, we enjoy the area a great deal and find it a great get away from our life in Arlington, Massachusetts. Wendy is an adoption social worker and Alan is a high school teacher and between of them we have four great children ranging in age from 26 to 34.

Why they chose this property

We love the tranquility of the property and street, the immediate area with the beautiful views and the open and airy feel to the house.

Languages:

English

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