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Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting!
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8371.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sugar Hill, NH
- Place, Sugar Hill Sampler7 min drive
- Place, Cannon Mountain Ski Area14 min drive
- Place, Franconia Notch State Park16 min drive
- Airport, Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting!
Enjoy cool summers, fall foliage, and winter sports in the White Mounatins of New Hampshire!
Butternut is fabulously located near a picture-perfect New England town amidst all the year-round pleasures that the White Mountains have to offer. But its irresistable magic is the character that perfectly reflects the famous woman who built it... beautiful, elegant, timeless.
Built by actress Bette Davis in 1940, Butternut retains the character of that grand era while accommodating family and friends in contemporary style. Peace and privacy prevail on the 22 acre property overlooking the White Mountains. It is located on a quiet birch-lined road three miles from the villages of Sugar Hill and Franconia, and five miles from Franconia Notch State Park, Echo and Profile Lakes, and Cannon Mountain ski area.
The house is comfortably furnished with country antiques, artworks, and charming accessories. It is fully equipped with kitchen accessories for the gourmet cook, satellite TV and electronics, high speed internet, washer/dryer, and all bed and bath linens. The attached garage with firewood accessible from inside is a delight in bad weather.
There is a standby generator to ensure that full house power is provided during local power outages.
The Sugar Hill / Franconia area is ideal for summer, fall, and winter vacations. Butternut is available throughout the year. Reserve your vacation today and enjoy life as an American icon once did!
New Hampshire M&R Tax License #063699
Butternut is fabulously located near a picture-perfect New England town amidst all the year-round pleasures that the White Mountains have to offer. But its irresistable magic is the character that perfectly reflects the famous woman who built it... beautiful, elegant, timeless.
Built by actress Bette Davis in 1940, Butternut retains the character of that grand era while accommodating family and friends in contemporary style. Peace and privacy prevail on the 22 acre property overlooking the White Mountains. It is located on a quiet birch-lined road three miles from the villages of Sugar Hill and Franconia, and five miles from Franconia Notch State Park, Echo and Profile Lakes, and Cannon Mountain ski area.
The house is comfortably furnished with country antiques, artworks, and charming accessories. It is fully equipped with kitchen accessories for the gourmet cook, satellite TV and electronics, high speed internet, washer/dryer, and all bed and bath linens. The attached garage with firewood accessible from inside is a delight in bad weather.
There is a standby generator to ensure that full house power is provided during local power outages.
The Sugar Hill / Franconia area is ideal for summer, fall, and winter vacations. Butternut is available throughout the year. Reserve your vacation today and enjoy life as an American icon once did!
New Hampshire M&R Tax License #063699
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Franconia Notch State Park and White Mountain National Forest. New England Ski Museum and Chutters are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Sugar Hill, NH
What's nearby
- Sugar Hill Sampler - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
- Echo Lake Beach - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
- Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
- Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
- Franconia Notch State Park - 16 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- Starbucks - 15 min drive
- Burger King - 15 min drive
- Applebee's Grill + Bar - 15 min drive
- Dunkin' - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Alyce Stick
Butternut was part of my childhood when my family stayed at a local inn whose owners had sold the property to Bette Davis in 1938 and later bought it back from her in 1958.
Why they chose this property
Butternut is fabulously located near a picture-perfect New England town amidst all the year-round pleasures that the White Mountains have to offer. But its irresistable magic is the character that perfectly reflects the famous woman who built beautiful, elegant, timeless.
What makes this property unique
You will find Butternut far more that a plain house; it has a warm ambience that will make you feel right at home from the moment you walk through the door. The open plan of the first floor is wonderful for sharing time with family and friends, while the private rooms, nooks and crannies provide perfect opportunities for personal time. The lovely grounds of lawns, gardens, meadow,and woodlands offer diverse landscapes to enjoy and a spectacular mountain view as a backdrop.
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