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The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets

The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets

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View from Sky chair into oversized family room.
View of Kitchen, Breakfast Bar into Dining Room.
Fully Equipped Kitchen.
Dining Room with Sky chair.
Relaxing in the sky chair after skiing

Overview of The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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North Conway, NH
  • Popular LocationConway Scenic Railway12 min drive
  • Popular LocationKahuna Laguna14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSettlers' Green Outlet Village16 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1st Floor Bedroom

4 Single Beds

Downstairs Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets

A perfect central location for your White Mountain Valley Vacation. The Gecko Inn has a long tradition, 17+ years, of renting to 1 or 2 families looking for a peaceful location with mountain views yet only 20 minutes to Storyland, 10 minutes to Cranmore Mountain and Adventure Park and an easy drive to all North Conway amenities. Our home is located at the end of a cul-de-sac in the quiet Birch Hill development. This home used to be listing #22036 with 51 positive reviews before we purchased it from the previous owners in 2016. We are friends who rented from them every year and are excited to continue the same traditions to you. Whether you are coming to Ski, Hike, Tube the Saco River, Shop at the North Conway outlets, or relax by the fireplace or in the hot tub, The Gecko Inn is small enough for one family yet spacious enough for two families to enjoy. Most neighbors are full time residents so this is not a "party home."

NEW IN 2023:
Refrigerator
Stove/Oven
Dishwasher
Rinnai Propane heaters

It is minutes to the spectacular North Conway public golf course, Echo Lake, and to extensive hiking trails in the National forest, including the beautiful waterfalls and swimming pools of Diana's Baths. The Saco and Swift Rivers are very close by for water sports including summer tubing.

Awaiting you in North Conway Village, a short seven minutes away, is tax-free, outlet shopping, a plethora of spectacular restaurants, great nightly entertainment, numerous seasonal activities, sightseeing, parks and good old New Hampshire hospitality.

Family fun and entertainment abounds in the Mount Washington Valley area. StoryLand (20 minutes), Santa's Village (1 hour), the Conway Scenic Railroad (with visits from Thomas the Train and The Polar Express (Late Nov and Dec), Children's and weather museums, local farms, hay rides, and many other amusements are all within a short drive of the house. The Mount Washington auto road is an exciting day trip for the Summer or early fall visitors.

Skiers will appreciate the short distances to multiple ski mountains. Cranmore Mountain (10 Minutes), Attitash (20 min.), Black Mountain, Bretton Woods, King Pine, and Wildcat are all an easy drive. Come home to relax in the hot tub or sit by the fireplace to warm your toes. Stay in North Conway and enjoy the Mount Washington Valley to its fullest in every season!

Inside the spacious contemporary home you will find three floors. The open first floor has a full bathroom, a bedroom with two sets of bunk beds, a fully-equipped kitchen, a six-foot dining table for 6, breakfast bar for 4, cathedral ceiling Family Room, with a Sky Chair, TV, DVD and fireplace, that opens onto a 300-square-foot deck from which you can enjoy peace and solitude. There is an attached mud room for all your ski/snowboard/bike/outdoor gear. The deck also has a sun room with 5 person Nordic Hot Tub for year-round enjoyment.

The second floor has 2 Bedrooms, full bath and a loft area. Each bedroom has a queen sized bed, there is a full bathroom, and a loft area with a single day bed and seating space perfect for reading or playing a board game.

The lower level, finished with 3/4 bath, bedroom with two single beds and a 2nd family room with TV, sectional couch and a Futon sofa. Challenge your family members or friends to a Foosball tournament! This is a great added space for the kids to play while the adults are upstairs or for a second family to have their own space.

The house is ideal for one family or two families to share a vacation. This is not a "Party Home" as we are located in a quiet neighborhood and our guests must adhere to respectful noise levels at all times.

There is a gazebo in the backyard and a fire pit just outside for those romantic autumn evenings. There is not a grassed area for play as it is a wooded lot. The surrounding area is quiet and peaceful, with conservation land nearby for hiking and cross-country skiing.

We are just 2 hours and 30 minutes from Boston, 3 hours from Worcester, and 4 hours from Hartford, CT. The Pizza Barn in Ossipee has been a family favorite to stop for Dinner or lunch when driving up.

New Hampshire room tax is included in all rates.

Property manager

Ken and Tanya Mongeon
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The Gecko Inn is kid friendly.

Events

No events allowed
We are located in a quiet residential area.

Pets

Pets allowed
Please provide information about your pet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: We are located in a quiet residential area.
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

North Conway

This holiday home is located in Birch Hill, a neighbourhood in North Conway, and is near theme parks. Story Land is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Cranmore Mountain Resort and Attitash Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center and MWV Children's Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Map
North Conway, NH

What's nearby

  • Echo Lake State Park - 8 min drive
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 12 min drive
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 14 min drive
  • Kahuna Laguna - 14 min drive
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 15 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 15 min drive
  • Sea Dog Brewing Company - 15 min drive
  • Muddy Moose Restaurant & Pub - 13 min drive
  • FIRE by Wicked Fresh - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets located?

This family-friendly North Conway holiday home is located in Birch Hill, within 3 mi (5 km) of White Mountain National Forest, Saco River and Echo Lake State Park. Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center and MWV Children's Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for families with children
Great home. Bonus to have hot tub, fire pit and foosball table to keep children occupied. Good location for visiting North Conway downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very pleasant stay as always. Feels like home.
Our family skis and enjoys various restaurants in the area. Our favorite time is time spent in the GECKO eating, playing board games and just being together!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Creating family memories
The Gecko Inn is the perfect place for family gathering! Every year our adult children, their spouses and children join us for a winter getaway in the Whites. This tradition started about 36 years ago when we were a couple with young children. The location, space, cleanliness and warmth of the Gecko Inn have made it possible for us to continue creating wonderful family memories! Ken and Tanya are perfect hosts, ways accessible to answer questions and make us feel welcome. Special kudos to the housekeeping staff who made sure we entered a sparkling home!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B., Andover, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Ski Getaway
Very comfortable and clean place for our annual family ski getaway. Perfect setup for teens to hang out in their own space = key for the parents too. The hot tub is always an important part of our stay as well and this house had it all. Owners were great communicators with emails, an extensive Welcome Packet and helpful notes throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
It was great for our winter stay. Close to many attractions. Plenty of things to do in the house. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ken and Tanya Mongeon

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The Mongeon Family. Ken, Tanya, Connor and Owen. We have been vacationing in the Mount Washington Valley area for over 20 years and enjoy all 4 seasons. Skiing in the Winter and Spring, Storyland and Santa's village in the summer, and foliage viewing and relaxing in the fall.

Why they chose this property

We have known the previous owners for almost 20 years renting from them. We enjoyed the home so much we decided to purchase it to continue our family vacations and bring the same level of enjoyment to other families.

What makes this property unique

One of only a few homes that can accommodate both a single family with lots of space, 2 families, or a girls getaway. The year round Hot Tub, fireplace, deck and open floor plan is ideal for relaxing or gathering with friends and family after a day on the slopes, at the park, hiking, or shopping.

Languages:

English

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