Lakes Region of NH Where To! Magazine by Lakes Region Association

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2014 Major Events Schedule

June 20-22 91st Annual Loudon Classic July 10-13 Camping World RV Sales 301 Weekend July 10: Fan Fest/Sprint Cup Hauler Parade July 11: Fans First Pole Qualifying NASCAR K&N Pro Series East NASCAR Modified All Star Shootout July 12: NASCAR Nationwide Series NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour July 13: NASCAR Sprint Cup Series–Camping World RV Sales 301 August 1-4 24th Annual Vintage Racing Celebration August 2: Hot Import Nights September 18-21 Sylvania 300 Weekend September 18: Fan Fest/Sprint Cup Hauler Parade September 19: Fans First Pole Qualifying September 20: NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour–F.W. Webb 100 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series–UNOH 175 American-Canadian Tour–Bond Auto Parts Invitational September 21: NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Sylvania 300 Ask about the “Magic Mile” Club located in the speedway infield for the ultimate VIP Experience! Order tickets online at www.nhms.com or call 603-783-4931 2

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1914 Arts and Crafts mansion v 5,500 acres of trails and waterfalls Patio cafe with a sumptuous view v Gift shop v Horseback riding

Open weekends starting May 10th, 2014 Open every day starting June 7th, 2014 1-603-476-5900 v www.castleintheclouds.org In Moultonborough, N.H., overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee

Loudon, NH 03307 Original art by Peter Ferber

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Where To Play Summer Events & Winter Diversions . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Canoe, Kayak & Paddleboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cruises and Boat tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Marinas and Boat rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Attractions and activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Agriculture / Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Summer camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Biking, Hiking, Climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 27 Music, Theatre and Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Breweries & Wineries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Skiing / Snowboarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Snowmobiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Health, Fitness & Spas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Public Beaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Lake Sunapee Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Squam Lake Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27 Hiking Lakes Region area hikes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Wolfeboro Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29 Weirs Beach Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31

Visit us at any time of year—there’s always plenty to do. Spring getaways are a perfect time for browsing our unique shops, and the summer heat is no match for our 273 lakes and ponds! Autumn means warm days, cool nights, and amazing colors, and in winter the action heats up on the snow! So take a look around—we think you’ll be glad you came! Where To Ask / Information and Services Accounting & Tax Services, Airport, Banking, Business Development, Food & Beverage Services, Legal & Insurance, Media, Payroll Services, Promotional & Printing, Rental Equipment, Schools, Utilities, Where to Ask . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33 Lakes Region Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35 White Mountains Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-37 Where To Shop Arts and Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Grocery and Specialty Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Retail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Where To Dine Clambakes, Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Where To Look Retirement Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49   Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Where To Stay / Accommodations Country Inns and B&B’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Cabins, Cottages, Condos & Motels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Hotels and Resorts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Vacation Home Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 VOL. 78 NO. 1 2014-15 The Lakes Region Tourism Association Visitor Information Center at I-93 Exit 20 is open 7 days a week. We are happy to provide you with up to date vacation information, brochures and reservation assistance. Call 1-800-60-LAKES or visit us on the web at www.lakesregion.org ©2014 LAKES REGION TOURISM ASSOCIATION, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without written permission of the publisher. Information herein is published as a guide only, and is subject to change without notice. Lakes Region Association  61 Laconia Road, Tilton, NH 03276 Cover: Robert Kozlow

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Summer events 2014 24th Annual Vintage Racing Celebration Aug. 1-4 at NH Motor Speedway www.nhms.com 91st Annual Laconia Motorcycle Week June 14-22 www.laconiamcweek.com 41st Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show July 26-28 at Meredith Town Docks Soulfest August 7-9 at Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford www.thesoulfest.com 21st Pemi Valley Bluegrass Festival July 31-August 3 at Sugar Shack Campground in Thornton. www.pemivalleybluegrass.com Sandwich Home Industries Artisans on the Green August 7 10 am-4:30 pm on the Center Sandwich Town Green Timberman Triathlon Festival Aug. 16-17 Lake Winnipesaukee/ Gunstock Mountain Resort www.ironman.com NH Highland Games–Lincoln Sept. 19-21 Largest Scottish Festival in the Northeast. Activities & fun for all ages. Music–bagpipes, fiddles, harps & more, food, dance, even sheepdog trials. World Heavyweight Scottish Athletics Championships. At Loon Mountain Resort. 603-229-1975 For tickets call 1-800-358-7268 www.nhscot.org [email protected] NASCAR Racing at NH Motor Speedway in Loudon. July 10-13 and September 18-21 603-783-4931 or www.nhms.com Arts & Crafts Fairs & Festivals are held in Alton Bay, Wolfeboro, Meredith, Sunapee, Laconia, Tilton and Gilford. Dates vary; details at www.lakesregion.org, www. joycescraftshows.com or www. castleberryfairs.com.

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Winter diversions Snowmobiling in the Lakes Region Count on 9-11 weeks a year on groomed trails. Snowmobiles must be registered in NH; contact Dept. of Fish and Game at 603-271-3129 or [email protected] New England Pond Hockey Classic February, 2015 Three days of competition on frozen Lake Winnipesaukee’s Meredith Bay. Free for spectators. www.pondhockeyclassic.com The Great Rotary Fishing Derby February, 2015 Popular 2-day regional event. Over $60,000 in prizes. Information: 603-279-7600 or www.meredithrotary.org New England Sled Dog Club The NESDC sponsors events throughout the region. Information & schedule at www.nesdc.org Polar Express & Purity Spring Resort Late November–mid December Lodging Packages available at Purity Spring for Polar Express trains leaving from North Conway. www.polarexpressnh.com The Gift of Lights November–January More than one million LED lights and hundreds of Christmas light displays at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. 1122 Rte. 106N, Loudon, NH. nhms.com For information on year round events and activities, visit our website www.lakesregion.org or call 603-286-8008 (local) or 1-800-60-LAKES (toll-free)

1182 Union Ave, Laconia • Call Ahead Seating: 528-7800 summer photos: omot hockey: pond hockey classic; sled dogs: NESDC; car in lights: ellen edersheim

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canoe, kayak, and paddleboards

EKAL Activity Center at Mill Falls 285 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-677-8646 [email protected] ekalactivitycenter.com See ad page 10. Ski Fanatics, Inc. 23 Vintinner Rd. #6, Exit 28 off I-93, Campton 03223 603-726-4327 [email protected]; [email protected] skifanatics.net. Canoe, kayak and tube rentals with shuttles departing three times daily. Fun for the entire family! Sports & Marine Parafunalia 44 Weirs Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-8998 parafunalia.com New Hampshire’s most complete Paddleboard Shop, with over 30 models to choose from by BIC, DOYLE, SURFTECH and Amundson to buy or “rent to own”. Kayaks by Wilderness & Perception Open 7 days. See ad page 42. Still Waters Run Deep Kayaking LLC 376 Coppermine Rd., Monroe 03771 603-638-3017 [email protected] stillwatersrundeepkayaking.com stillwatersherbalgiftshop.com Explore the more peaceful corners of northern New Hampshire and Vermont with unique, customized Kayaking, Hiking and Snowshoe tours. Groups from 2-8. All tours include equipment, basic instruction, lunch and transportation. Also, visit the Still Waters herbal Gift Shop for herbal products, hand-crafted items, gemstones and more.

Boat rentals on beautiful Lake Winnisquam!

cruises and boat tours

Experience Squam Private Boat Excursions PO Box 688, Squam Lake, Holderness 03245 603-968-3990 [email protected] experiencesquam.com See ad this page. Lake Sunapee Cruises Town Dock, Sunapee 03782 603-938-6465 [email protected] sunapeecruises.com Tour beautiful Lake Sunapee aboard the MV Mt. Sunapee II or dine on the MV Kearsarge Restaurant Ship. Private charters always available. M/S Mount Washington Lake Winnipesaukee, Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-5531; 888-843-6686 [email protected] cruiseNH.com See ad page 30. Newfound Lake Region Association 10 No. Main St., Unit 1, Bristol 03220 603-744-8689 [email protected] NewfoundLake.org Newfound Eco Tours. Board the NLRA Madelaine for a two hour Educational and Recreational Tour of Newfound Lake. (Reservations required) NH Boat Museum & Vintage Boat Rides 399 Center St. (Rte. 28), Wolfeboro 03896 603-569-4554 [email protected] nhbm.org See ad page 29. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Corner of Rtes. 3 & 113, Holderness 03245 603-968-7194 [email protected] nhnature.org See ad page 14. Winnipesaukee Belle 90 North Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-3016 [email protected] wolfeboroinn.com See ad page 29.

Akwa Marina Yacht Club 95 Centenary Ave., Weirs Beach, Laconia 03246 603-668-8220 ext. 108 [email protected] akwamarina.com See ad page 53. Anchor Marine Corporation Winnipesaukee Pier, Weirs Beach 603-366-4311; 1-800-366-8119 [email protected] anchormarine.net Simply the best boat rentals on Lake Winnipesaukee. Don’t miss out, reserve your boat now. See pictures, make reservations at anchormarine.net See ad page 31. Asquam Marina at Holderness Harbor 879 US Rte. 3, Holderness 03245 603-968-9001 asquammarina.com Full service marina on Squam Lake. Rentals (boats, canoes, kayaks) boat repairs, gas, Ship Store, Café, Function Room. Fish & Game licenses, temp boating certificate. See ad page 11. Bay Side Inn/Lakeside Boat Rentals Rte. 11D, Alton Bay 03810 603-875-5005 [email protected] www.bayside-inn.com lakesideboatrentals.com See ad page 61. Fay’s Boat Yard 71 Varney Point Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-8000 New/used boat sales: Chaparral, Triumph, Catalina, J/Boat, Hobie Catamarans & Kayaks, Laser Performance. Rentals: bowriders, pontoons, fishing, sailboats, kayaks. Engine/boat/sailboat repair, public launch, moorings, gas dock, store, canvas shop. Year round storage, temporary slips. 8-5 daily. Current listings at faysboatyard.com Goodhue & Hawkins Navy Yard PO Box 853 244 Sewall Rd., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-2371 [email protected] goodhueandhawkins.com See ad below & page 28.

Irwin Marine—Laconia/Alton 958 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 603-524-6661; Rte. 28A, Alton 03810 603-875-5700 irwinmarine.com Sea Ray, Meridian Yachts, Stingray, Berkshire Pontoon Boats, Alumacraft Fishing Boats, Yamaha Jet Boats, Old Town Canoes & Kayaks, Sunfish, Sea-Doo PWC's & Ski-Doo. Factory-certified technicians, Parts, Accessories, Summer slips, Winter storage, Boat rentals. Top 100 dealer in North America. Melvin Village Marina 463 Governor Wentworth Hwy., Melvin Village 03850 603-544-3583 [email protected] melvinvillagemarina.com Boat rentals, new/used sales, Four Winns runabouts, Harris Pontoons, Lund Fishing, Key West, Honda Outboards. Meredith Marina 2 Bayshore Dr., Meredith 03253 603-279-7921 [email protected] meredithmarina.com Boat rentals—new Hurricane Deck Boats & Godfrey Pontoon Boats, from half-day to long term. New & used boat sales, open year round. Full service marina with ship’s store. See ad page 10. Riveredge Marina 283 River St., Ashland 03217 603-968-4411 [email protected]  riveredgemarina.com See ad page 27. Shep Brown’s Boat Basin 31 Lovejoy Sands Rd. (off Meredith Neck Rd.) Meredith 03253 603-279-4573; 866-350-7437 shepbrowns.com info@shepbrowns. com A full-service marina featuring Boston Whaler, Monterey, Vanquish, Xcursion Pontoons, “Life is Good” products, factory-certified technicians, Parts & Accessories, Ship’s Store, Slips, Valet, Winter Storage, Boat Rentals and Fuel Dock Silver Sands Motel & Marina Rte. 11B, Gilford 03249 603-293-7200 silversands.com See ad page 57.

Private Boat Excursions Rental boats (20'-26') New boat sales (Cobalt Boats, Hacker-Craft Boats, Malibu Ski Boats) Full service marina on Wolfeboro Bay

Rent kayaks, paddleboards, rowboats, skiboats, and pontoon boats—safe, family fun! Prices start at only $60/day! Voted #1 Boat Rental Agency! Largest Rental Fleet! Hourly Rates Groups up to 9 mid April-October

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Pick up in Holderness or from your dock on Squam. 603-968-3990 | www.experiencesquam.com

Box 853 / 244 Sewall Road • Wolfeboro, NH 03894 • 603-569-2371 • www.goodhueandhawkins.com 9

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Stand Up Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Canoes and Pedal Boats We also offer Boat Rides and Private Charters on our plush Pontoon Boat (seats 12)! 285 Daniel Webster Hwy . Next to Church Landing . Meredith, NH (603) 677-8646 . Email: [email protected] . Sports & Marine Parafunalia 44 Weirs Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-8998 parafunalia.com Lake Winnipesaukee’s largest selection of discount marine supplies and accessories at the guaranteed lowest prices. Rent to own Paddleboards, Wakeboards,Waterskis, Wakesurfers and more. Since 1972. See ad page 42. Squam Lakeside Pontoon Boat Rentals 1002 US Rte. 3 Holderness 03245 (at the Ice Cream Parlor) 603-968-7227 [email protected] Daily and weekly rentals. Temporary licenses available on site. Thurston’s Marina Rte. 3 Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4811 thurstonsmarina.com Starcraft Boats sales. Daily/long term rentals of pontoon, ski boats. Full service marina, factory certified techs, reconditioning & detail, wet slips, summer/winter storage, seasonal ramp. Gas dock, ship's store. Open year-round: 7 days in summer, 5 days in winter.

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Trexler’s Marina 15 Long Island Rd., Moultonboro 03254 603-253-7315 [email protected] trexlers.com See ad page 10. Winnisquam Marine, Inc. 12 Sunset Dr., Belmont 03220 603-524-8380 [email protected] winnisquammarine.com Enjoy boat rentals on easy to navigate Lake Winnisquam. Rent Stand up paddle boards, a canoe, kayak, rowboat, skiboat, or pontoon boat.  Prices are $60-400 per day. Safe, family fun! All new 2014 boats in stock! See ad page 8.

Y Landing 102 Powers Rd., Meredith 03253 603-279-5050 [email protected] y-landing.com Full service marina, boat sales, complete service department and ships store. Wet slip and dry boat storage. Convenience store with bait, beer, wine, Green Mtn. coffee and snacks. For all your boating information

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Your perfect weekend escape or vacation getaway!

Full service marina specializing in Crest Pontoon, SUP, and Old Town Kayaks and Canoes. n Boat sales & service n Boat rentals & fuel n Boating supplies. Find us by the Long Island bridge.

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15 Long Island Road • Moultonborough, NH 03254 603-253-7315 • www.trexlers.com

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Franconia Notch State Park

attractions and activities Alpine Adventures Zipline & Offroad Tours 41 Main St./ Rte. 112, Lincoln 03251 603-745-9911 [email protected] alpinezipline.com See ad below.

The Flume Gorge is a two-mile self-guided nature walk that includes an 800’ long gorge with sheer 70’–90’ rock walls and spectacular waterfalls. Other attractions are The Pool, glacial boulders and historic covered bridges.

American Police Motorcycle Museum 194 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-6387 americanpolicemotorcyclemuseum.com Over 50 vintage motorcycles with interactive exhibits. Special kids area. Dress up for photos sitting on a 1948 Indian Police Motorcycle. New in 2014: Tribute to the Indian Chief!

The Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway is an 80-passenger tram that ascends 2,180 vertical feet to Cannon’s 4,080’ summit. At the summit, explore beautiful walking trails and enjoy amazing views of four states and Canada.

Flume Gorge | Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway Echo Lake Beach | Lafayette Place Campground The Basin | Old Man of the Mountain Historic Site

Flume Gorge, 852 US Rte. 3 Lincoln, NH 03251

phone: (603) 745-8391 franconianotchstatepark.com

Lafayette Campground: (603) 823-9513 Cannon Mountain: (603) 823-8800 13

America’s Stonehenge 105 Haverhill Rd.,Salem 03079 603-893-8300 [email protected] stonehengeusa.com Attitash Mountain Resort 775 Rte. 302, Bartlett 03812 603-374-2600 attitash.com See ad page 37. Belknap Mill Society The Mill Plaza, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia 03246 603-524-8813 [email protected] belknapmill.org Boomerang Adventures Designed for baby boomers and beyond. Outdoor adventures for active older adults that Challenge & Inspire while at Play. Customized adventures for adults are optional— camaraderie and fun is assured! 603-785-1411 boomerangadventuretrips.com Bretton Woods Adventure Center Rte. 302, Bretton Woods 03575 603-278-4ZIP (4947) [email protected] Brettonwoods.com Café Lafayette Dinner Train Located at the intersection of I-93 and Rte 112, North Woodstock 03262 603-745-3500 nhdinnertrain.com See ad page 45. Cannon Mountain Exits 34B and 34C off I-93, Franconia 03580 603-823-8800 [email protected] cannonmt.com See ad page 12. Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury 03224 603-783-9511 shakers.org See ad page 7. Castle in the Clouds Rte. 171, 455 Old Mountain Rd., Moultonborough 03254 603-476-5900 castleintheclouds.org See ad page 3.

Updated events listings always online:

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Castleberry Fairs Come celebrate American-made works by hand. 603-332-2616 5/24-26 Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith; 7/12-13 Community House, Alton Bay; 8/9-10 Village Shops & Town Green, Lincoln; 8/30-9/1 Community House, Alton Bay; 10/4-5 Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith; 10/11-13 Village Shops & Town Green, Lincoln Schedule at castleberryfairs.com Clark’s Trading Post 110 US Route 3, Lincoln 03251 603-745-8913 [email protected] www.clarkstradingpost.com Affordable family entertainment since 1928. Bear shows, Amazing Circus Act, steam train ride into “Wolfman’s Territory,” museums, rides and more! See ad page 15. Daytona Fun Park-Go Karts Rte. 3 & 11B, Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-5461 (on-site) daytonafunpark.com Adventure Ropes Course—Best Pricing Around $18 Adults (48"+); $10 Children (40"-48") with adult. Go Karts, Bumper Boats, Mini Golf, Batting Cage, Trampoline Bungee Jumper, Jumpshot Basketball. Summer: Open Daily 10 am-10 pm, Spring and Fall: Weekends. See ad page 30. Enfield Shaker Museum 447 NH Rte. 4A, Enfield 03748 603-632-4346 [email protected] shakermuseum.org See ad page 15. Fort Jefferson Fun Park 1492 Presidential Hwy. (Rte. 2) Jefferson 03583 603-586-4592 [email protected] fortjeffersonfunpark.com Funspot Rte. 3, 579 Endicott St. North, Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-4377 [email protected] FunspotNH.com See ad page 19. Gunstock Mountain Resort Adventure Park 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 03249 603-737-4388; 1-800-GUNSTOCK (486-7862) [email protected] gunstock.com See ad pages 4, 22 and 69.

Where Families Get Nearer to Nature View live animals, enjoy a cruise on Squam Lake or participate in a program with a Naturalist.

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Heritage Farm Pancake House, Petting Farm & Stables 15 Parker Hill Rd., Sanbornton 03269 603-524-5400 HeritageFarmPancakeHouse.com Monday–Saturday, 7:30 am–12:30 pm Highland Mountain Bike Park 75 Ski Hill Dr., Northfield 03276 603-286-7677 [email protected] highlandmountain.com Joyce’s Craft Shows 603-528-4014 [email protected] joycescraftshows.com 3/29-30, 11/29-30 Opechee Conf. Center, Laconia 5/3-4, 6/28-29, 7/26-27 and 9/13-14 Tanger Outlets, Tilton 5/24-25, 10/18-19 N. Conway Community Center 7/11-13, 8/8-10 Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro

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Experience Our Shaker Legacy Experience

Historic and exhibits exhibits Historictours tours and Special andconcerts concerts Specialevents, events,festivals, festivals, and Educational activities Educational activities Gift Gift Shop Shop Herband andcommunity community gardens Herb gardens Acres of trails Acres trails Rentthe theMuseum Museum for Rent foryour yourevent! event! OpenYear Year Round Open Round

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The Loon Center 183 Lee’s Mill Rd., Moultonboro 03254 603-476-5666 loon.org See ad below. Loon Mountain Resort 60 Loon Mountain Rd., Lincoln 03251 603-745-8111 loonmtn.com See ad page 37. Monkey Trunks Adventure Course 1853 Chocorua Mtn. Hwy., Chocorua 03817 & 579 Endicott St., North, Weirs Beach 603-367-4427 [email protected] monkeytrunks.com M/S Mount Washington Lake Winnipesaukee, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-5531; 888-843-6686 [email protected] cruiseNH.com See ad page 30. Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum 18 Highlawn Rd., PO Box 142, Warner 03278 603-456-2600 [email protected] indianmuseum.org Mount Washington Cog Railway 6 miles from Rte. 302 and historic Bretton Woods on Base Rd. in Marshfield Station Advance tickets available at thecog.com or 800-922-8825. An amazing adventure to the summit of New England’s highest peak. New England Pond Hockey Classic 603-493-8517 [email protected] pondhockeyclassic.com First week of February every year. Three days of competition on frozen Lake Winnipesaukee’s Meredith Bay. Free for spectators. NH Boat Museum & Vintage Boat Rides 399 Center St. (Rte. 28), Wolfeboro 03896 603-569-4554 [email protected] nhbm.org See ad page 29. NH Highland Games & Festival Sept. 19-21, 2014 at Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln NH. 17 Green St., Concord 03301 Office: 603-229-1975 Ticket Sales: 1-800-358-7268 nhscot.org [email protected] New Hampshire Historical Society 30 Park St., Concord 03301 603-228-6688 nhhistory.org NH Motor Speedway Rte. 106, Loudon 03307 603-783-4931 nhms.com See ad page 2. NH State Parks PO Box 1856, Concord 03302-1856 1-800-386-4664 NHstateparks.org See ad page 12. Pemi Valley Bluegrass Festival Pemi Valley Bluegrass Associates, PO Box 428, New Hampton 03256 603-726-6005 [email protected] Pemi Valley Excursions & Moose Tours Rte. 112/Main St., Lincoln 03251 603-745-2744 moosetoursnh.com Pepi Herrmann Crystal, Inc. 3 Waterford Place, Gilford 03249 603-528-1020 [email protected] handcut.com Polar Caves 705 Rumney Rte. 25, Rumney 03266 603-536-1888 [email protected] polarcaves.com See ad page 15.

Celebrating our 20th anniversary

of exhibits and artifacts documenting WWII-era American history and culture. Experience the past, and be inspired by a nation united. Open daily May 1–October 31 Monday-Saturday: 10 am-4 pm Sunday: Noon-4 pm

summer camps

Camp Tohkomeupog 2151 East Madison Rd., East Madison, NH 03849 603-367-8362; 800-414-2267 [email protected] tohko.com Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5695 [email protected] prescottfarm.org Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Corner of Rtes. 3 & 113, Holderness 03245 603-968-7194 [email protected] nhnature.org See ad page 14. Winnipesaukee Playhouse 50 Reservoir Rd., Meredith 03253 603-279-0333 winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org [email protected]

biking/hiking/climbing Rhino Bike Works 1 Foster St., Plymouth 03264 603-536-3919 [email protected] RhinoBikeWorksnh.com See ad page 18.

music, theatre & entertainment

Capitol Center for the Arts 44 South Main St., Concord 03301 603-225-1111 [email protected] ccanh.com New Hampshire’s center for the performing arts. Music, Theater, Comedy, Dance, Opera and More. EXPERIENCE IT LIVE! Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center 39 South Main St., Plymouth 03264 603-536-2551 flyingmonkeynh.com Franklin Opera House PO Box 172 / 316 Central St., Franklin 03235 603-934-1901 info@ franklinoperahouse.org franklinoperahouse.org Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & “The Grotto” at Giuseppe’s Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith 03253 603-279-3313 giuseppesnh.com A full service restaurant with a festive Italian atmosphere. Serving gourmet pizza, pasta, seafood, steak, veal, chicken, and vegetarian. Very Musical, Very Italian, & Very Good! Live musical entertainment nightly. See ad page 47. Great Waters Music Festival 15 Varney Rd., PO Box 488, Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-7710 [email protected] greatwaters.org Interlakes Summer Theatre PO Box 857, Rte. 25 (Laker Lane), Meredith 03253 1-888-245-6374; 201-841-3280 interlakestheatre.com Professional Equity Theatre/live orchestra: Godspell, 42nd Street, Miss Saigon, Hello, Dolly!, The Wiz. Children’s Theatre Series. Little Church Theater 40 Rte. 113, PO Box 105, Holderness 03245 603-968-2250 [email protected] littlechurchtheater.com

UNIQUE GIFT SHOP • SNACK BAR • MUSEUM Fun For All Ages—an easy walk from your car.

Explore the “Open Pit” mine where more than $30 million in valuable minerals have been mined since 1803.

The Loon Center

and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary Come learn about loons and the ecology of NH! Exhibits - The Loon’s Feather Shop - Trails Open 9-5 daily July 1-Columbus Day; Mon-Sat most other times of the year. Please see our website for seasonal hours

77 Center Street Wolfeboro, NH 03894 603-569-1212 www.wrightmuseum.org [email protected]

Lee’s Mill Road • Moultonborough 476-LOON (476-5666) www.loon.org

Beans & Greens Farm 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-2853 [email protected] beansandgreensfarm.com Heritage Farm Pancake House, Petting Farm & Stables 15 Parker Hill Rd., Sanbornton 03269 603-524-5400 HeritageFarmPancakeHouse.com Monday–Saturday, 7:30 am–12:30 pm Moulton Farm 18 Quarry Rd. (off Rte. 25), Meredith 03253 603-279-3915; [email protected] moultonfarm.com

You might want to rest up by going shopping! See page 38.

Free admission!

agriculture & farms

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Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5695 [email protected] prescottfarm.org Ruggles Mine GPS: Rte.4, Grafton, NH 03240 603-523-4275 rugglesmine.com See ad page 17. Santa’s Village 528 Presidential Hwy. Rte. 2, Jefferson 03583 603-586-4445 [email protected] santasvillage.com Squam Lakes Association PO Box 204, Holderness 03245 603-968-7336 [email protected] squamlakes.org Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Corner of Rtes. 3 & 113, Holderness 03245 603-968-7194 [email protected] nhnature.org See ad page 14. Story Land Rte. 16, Glen 03838 603-383-4186 [email protected] storylandnh.com See ad pg. 36. Tarbin Gardens 321 Salisbury Rd., Rte. 127 S., Franklin 03235 603-934-3518 [email protected] tarbingardens.com See ad page 18. Weirs Beach Go-Kart Track / Live Free and Tie Dye 582 Endicott St. N., Laconia 03246 603-387-8100 [email protected] livefreeandtiedye.com Whale’s Tale Water Park PO Box 67, 481 Rte. 3, Lincoln 03251 603-745-8810 [email protected] whalestalewaterpark.net See ad pages 13 & 37. White Mountains Attractions PO Box 10, North Woodstock 03262 603-745-8720; 800-FINDMTS [email protected] VisitWhiteMountains.com See ad pages 36-37. Wildcat Mountain Rte. 16, Pinkham Notch, Jackson 03846 603-466-3326 skiwildcat.com See ad page 36. Winnipesaukee Belle 90 North Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-3016 [email protected] wolfeboroinn.com See ad page 29. Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad 154 Main St., Meredith 03253 603-279-5253 [email protected] hoborr.com Wolfeboro Trolley Company Narrated tours and private charters 603-569-1080 [email protected] wolfeborotrolley.com See ad page 29. Wright Museum of WW II History 77 Center St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1212 wrightmuseum.org [email protected] See ad below.

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New Hampshire Music Festival Box Office: 603-535-2787; 800-779-3869 nhmf.com See ad below. The Soulfest August 7-9, 2014 Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford 978-346-4577 [email protected] thesoulfest.com Winnipesaukee Belle 90 North Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-3016 [email protected] wolfeboroinn.com See ad page 29. Winnipesaukee Playhouse 50 Reservoir Rd., Meredith 03253 603-279-0333 [email protected] winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org

Breweries & wineries

Haunting Whisper Vineyards 77 Oak Ridge Dr., Rte. 4, Danbury 03230 603-768-5506 HauntingWhisper.net [email protected] See ad below. Woodstock Inn, Station & Brewery 135 Main St., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-3951; 800-321-3985 WoodstockInnNH.com A country inn with five buildings, 33 rooms, modern amenities, legendary dining, function room, pub, entertainment and outdoor patio. Award-winning Brewery with tours daily. $5 includes pint glass and tasting. Reserve online at WoodstockInnBrewery.com. See ad page 54.

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Loudon Country Club 653 Rte. 106 North, Loudon 03307 603-783-3372 [email protected] loudoncc.com Oak Hill Golf Course 159 Pease Rd., Meredith 03253 603-279-4438 [email protected] oakhillgc.com Pheasant Ridge Golf Club 140 Country Club Rd., Gilford 03249 603-524-7808 [email protected] playgolfne.com Ragged Mountain Resort 620 Ragged Mountain Rd. Danbury 03230 603-768-3600 raggedmountainresort.com Ridgewood Country Club 258 Governor Wentworth Hwy./Rte. 109, Moultonboro 03254 603-476-5930 [email protected] ridgewoodcc.net White Mountain Country Club 3 Country Club Dr., Ashland 03217 603-536-2227 [email protected] playgolfne.com See ad below. Canterbury Woods Country Club 15 West Rd., Canterbury, 03224 603-783-9400 [email protected] canterburywoodscc.com Highland Links Golf Club 339 Mt. Prospect Rd., Holderness, 03245 603-536-3452 [email protected] HighlandLinksGolfClub.com Indian Mound Golf Club 310 Rte. 16B, Center Ossipee 03814 603-539-7733 [email protected] indianmoundgc.com Lochmere Country Club 360 Laconia Rd., Rte. 3, Tilton 03276-5220 603-528-GOLF (4653) or 603-528-PUTT (7888) [email protected] lochmeregolf.com See ad pages 21 & 47. 20

The 18-hole Championship course at Lochmere Country Club is one of the most scenic and challenging in the Northeast. Boasting lush fairways and large well-manicured greens, and featuring strategically placed tees, bunkers, and water hazards, the course provides a challenge for golfers of every ability level! Enjoy Greenside Restaurant located at Lochmere. Family owned and operated with the best home style cooking. Open to the Public serving breakfast, lunch and dinner year found. Our Culinary Team’s specialties include scrumptious hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood and more. Or simply relax in our lounge and enjoy the view. When you’re looking for a great drive and dinner in the Lakes Region, now you know just where to go.

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skiing / snowboarding

Attitash Mountain Resort 775 Rte. 302, Bartlett 03812 603-374-2600 attitash.com See ad page 37. Cannon Mountain Exits 34B and 34C off I-93, Franconia 03580 603-823-8800 [email protected] cannonmt.com See ad page 12. Dexterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn, Trails & Restaurant 258 Stagecoach Rd., Sunapee 03782 603-763-5571; 1-800-232-5571 [email protected] dextersnh.com Gunstock Mountain Resort 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-4341; 1-800-GUNSTOCK (486-7862) [email protected] gunstock.com See ad below and pages 4 & 69.

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King Pine 1251 Eaton Rd., East Madison, 03849 800-373-3754; 603-367-8897 [email protected] kingpine.com See ad page 23. Loon Mountain Resort 60 Loon Mountain Rd., Lincoln 03251 603-745-8111 loonmtn.com See ad page 37. Ragged Mountain Resort 620 Ragged Mountain Rd., Danbury 03230 603-768-3600 raggedmountainresort.com Wildcat Mountain Rte. 16, Pinkham Notch, Jackson 03846 603-466-3326 skiwildcat.com See ad page 36.

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health, fitness and spas

The Common Man Inn and Spa 231 Main St. (Exit 26 off I-93), Plymouth 03264 603-238-2845; 866-the-CMAN [email protected] thecmaninn.com Relax and invigorate your mind, body, and spirit at our full-service Salon & Spa. We offer traditional and avant garde treatments in a beautiful, simple setting. See ad pages 57 & 61. Mill Falls at the Lake 312 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-7006; 866-613-8262 [email protected] millfalls.com Stretch at Sacred Waters Lakeside Yoga Studio before you relax at the full service Cascade Spa and Salon, located in Church Landing at Mill Falls. See ad on back cover.

Lake Opechee Inn and Spa 62 Doris Ray Court, Laconia 03246 603-524-0111; 877-300-5252 [email protected] opecheeinn.com See ad below and page 64. The Manor on Golden Pond 31 Manor Dr., Holderness 03245 603-968-3348; 800-545-2141 [email protected] manorongoldenpond.com Seasons Spa—Privacy and spectacular views. A mind, body and soul retreat, sure to soothe and satisfy seasoned spa-goers. Full body treatment spa menu. Open year round, public welcome, reservations required. See ad page 46 & 56.

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273 lakes and ponds is impressive, but what’s a lake without a beach? Fortunately, the Lakes Region boasts many public beaches, including Weirs Beach on Lake Winnipesaukee. Other public beaches on the big lake include:

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Alton Town Beaches, Alton Bay n Center Harbor Beach, Center Harbor n Gilford Town Beach and Ellacoya State Beach, Gilford n Leavitt Park, Meredith n Melvin Village Town Pier and Public Beach, Melvin Village Moultonboro Public Beach, Moultonboro n 19 Mile and 20 Mile Bay, Tuftonboro n Endicott Rock Park, Weirs Beach n Carry Beach and Brewster Beach, Wolfeboro n Winter Harbor, Wolfeboro Neck

Public beaches on other lakes include: Wellington State Beach on Newfound Lake, Bristol n Opechee Point Beach, Opechee Park Cove Beach on Lake Opechee, Laconia n Sunapee State Beach on Lake Sunapee, Newbury n Allen “A” Resort Beach, Wentworth State Beach, and Lake Wentworth Beach on Lake Wentworth, Wolfeboro n White Lake State Park, Ossipee Ahern State Park and Bartlett Beach at Lake Winnisquam, Laconia Lake Winnipesaukee Full beach descriptions and directions online at www.lakesregion.org

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Lake Winnipesaukee area hikes

Abenaki Tower Walk Wolfeboro. Easy, gradual, ideal for families with small children; 1/3 mile, 20 minutes.  The climb to the tower is steep, but the views make it worthwhile.  Trailhead: from center of Wolfeboro at the bridge, go eight miles north on Rte. 109. Belknap Mountain Gilford. 21/2 hours, elevation: 740' Easy, invigorating climb to magnificent view of Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee Mountains.  Rte. 11A to Gilford, at the blinking light, drive south through Gilford Village (Belknap Mountain Rd.) Stay on this road, left and right. Look for Carriage Rd. on the Left. Pass the gate, go 1.3 miles to the end of Carriage Rd. Trails begin at the upper parking lot. Mount Major Alton Bay. Moderate difficulty, 2 hours; elevation: 1,000'  Spectacular views make this challenging hike well worth the effort.  Trailhead: near the Lake Winnipesaukee scenic lookoffs on Rte. 11, about five miles north of Alton Bay.  A sign marks the parking lot.

Newfound area hikes

Mount Cardigan Alexandria. Moderate to difficult. 4.4 mi., 4 hrs.; elevation: 3,121' Outstanding peak, excellent views. Base area has picnic spot, pond, AMC lodge, camping. Most of the mountain is in a state reservation, adjacent to AMC’s Cardigan Reservation. Trailhead: Rte. 3A north out of Bristol for 2 mi. At blinking light, left on West Shore Rd. to “sign tree” intersection; continue straight through Alexandria Village, then right on Cardigan Mountain Rd. Then several miles to Shem Valley Rd., which takes you to Cardigan Lodge trailhead. Stinson Mountain Rumney. Moderate difficulty, 21/2 hrs.; elevation: 1,390' Spectacular views of Baker River Valley, Franconia and Sandwich Mountain Ranges. Rte. 25 from Plymouth to Rumney. North through village to Stinson Lake. Right near outlet of the lake; drive uphill, take a sharp left into the parking lot.

Ossipee area hikes

Mount Chocorua Rte. 16, Chocorua. 3,500'. Challenging 4.3 mi. Piper Trail takes approx. 31/2 hours to summit. Great views of Sandwich Range. Trailhead: WM Nat’l. Forest parking off Rte. 16, 6.1 mi. south of Kancamagus Hwy. (NH Rte. 112). Watch for trailhead road.

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Ossipee Mountain Range at Castle in the Clouds. 45 miles of trails operated by Lakes Region Conservation Trust. Mt. Shaw (2,975'), with White Mountains views and Bald Knob, with spectacular Lake Winnipesaukee views are most popular. All abilities. Park off Rte. 171 by info. kiosk, east of Castle entrance & Severance Rd., or from Castle.

Squam Lake area hikes

Rattlesnake Mountain Holderness/Sandwich. Easy, 1.8 miles, 11/2 hours; elevation: 1,260' Best view of the Squam Lakes. Old Bridle Path follows a cart route to the rock-covered summit. Trailhead: Rte. 113N from Little Squam in Holderness Village. Park after Rockywold and Deephaven camps; trail is across from Mount Morgan Trail. Look for “Old Bridle Path” signs as a privately owned trail is nearby. Red Hill Center Harbor. Elevation: 2,029' Rte. 25 to Center Harbor. In town center, take Bean Rd. for about 2 miles. Right onto a marked dirt road; follow to the base. Squam Lake Beach Trail Centre Harbor, off College Rd. Moderate difficulty; approx. 11/4 miles, 1 hour. ”Forest to beach“ walk through Chamberlain-Reynolds Memorial Forest to a cove on Squam Lake. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Rte. 3/113, Holderness. Hiking up Mount Fayal, and several trails at the Science Center including Gephart, Ectone, and Davison Trails. Great views of Squam Lakes.

Sunapee area hikes

The Northern Rail Trail 56 mile long, 13' wide. Free outdoor activity venue, away from cars, along lakes, through river valleys and quaint New England villages. In warmer weather, the trail is used for bird watching, bicycling, running, walking & horseback riding; in winter, for cross-country skiing, snowshoe hiking and snowmobiling. Sunapee Ragged Kearsage Greenway 75 mile emerald necklace of hiking trails, surrounding Lake Sunapee, crossing Sunapee, Ragged and Kearsarge Mountain. Maintained by Greenway volunteers. www.srkg.com For more information, contact the White Mountain National Forest office in Plymouth at 603-536-6100 or www.lakesregion.org

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services

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Accounting & Tax Services Steve Geer, CPA Gilford 03249 603-293-0426 [email protected]

Airport

Emerson Aviation 65 Aviation Dr., Gilford 03249 603-293-7980; 800-808-2687 emersonaviation.com Laconia Airport Authority 65 Aviation Dr., Gilford 03249 603-524-5003 [email protected] laconiaairport.com Lakes Region Airport Shuttle West Main St., Tilton 03276 603-286-8181 or 1-888-386-8181 lrairportshuttle.com Sky Bright 65 Aviation Dr., Gilford 03249 603-528-6818; 800-639-6012 skybright.com

banking

Bank of New Hampshire–New Hampshire’s Local Bank 21 banking offices throughout New Hampshire. 800-832-0912 or BankNH.com Franklin Savings Bank “Let’s Make It Happen!” Connecting all offices: 603-934-4445; Tilton Office: 61 Laconia Rd. 603-286-2800; Laconia Office: 11 Veterans Sq. 603-528-2788; Gilford Office: 11 Sawmill Rd. 603-524-5247; Main Office, Franklin: 387 Central St. 603-934-4445. fsbnh.com and facebook.com/franklinsavingsbank Meredith Village Savings Bank 11 convenient local offices. 603-279-7986; 800-922-6872 [email protected] mvsb.com Profile Bank—Your neighbor. Your partner. Your bank. 145 Main St., Alton 03809 603-875-4100; 45 Wakefield St., Rochester; 65 Meadow St., Sanbornville; 160 Rte. 108, Somersworth Est. in 1907, locally-owned and managed community bank offering personal and business banking services. www.ProfileBank.com Vantiv 866-544-6880 Vanitv provides secure payment processing strategies and technology for businesses and financial institutions. [email protected] vantiv.com

business development

Belknap County Economic Development Council 603-524-3057 [email protected] belknapedc.org Business & Industry Association of NH 122 N. Main St., Concord, NH 03301 603-224-5388 [email protected] biaofnh.com 32

The Laker PO Box 119, 83 Center St., Wolfeboro Falls 03896 603-569-5257; 800-339-5257 in NH. [email protected] thelaker.com; diningoutnh.com New Hampshire Union Leader 100 William Loeb Dr., PO Box 9555, Manchester 03108-9555 603-668-4321 unionleader.com Contact Donna Dutremble: [email protected]; 603-387-3083 The Weirs Times & Tourist Gazette PO Box 5458, Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-8463; 1-888-308-8463 [email protected] TheWeirsTimes.com Yankee Publishing 1121 Main St., Dublin 03444 603-563-8111; 1-800-736-1100 YankeeMagazine.com

schools

party decorations

Public Service of New Hampshire PO Box 330, 780 No. Commercial St., Manchester 03105 800-662-7764 psnh.com

Hawaiian Luau’s by Rich Richard Sullivan 978-457-1901 Facebook: New England Luaus from Rick Sullivan

payroll services Performance Business Solutions 87 Lafayette Rd., Suite 11, Hampton Falls 03844 508-878-4846 [email protected] revenuebanking.com SureVista/Lodging Insights 333 Daniel Webster Hwy. #17, Meredith 03253 603-279-6693 lodginginsights.com

energy

Iberdrola Renewables PO Box 326 Concord 03302 603-440-3127 iberdrolaren.com

food & beverage services

Amoskeag Beverages, LLC 510 Hall St., Bow 03304 603-224-3348; 800-222-4271 Big Cat Coffees 109 Industrial Park Dr., Franklin 03235 877-528-7244; 603-934-9004 [email protected] bigcatcoffees.com Coca-Cola / Lakes Region Coca-Cola Bottling Company Rte. 140/PO Box 809, Belmont 03220 603-267-9330; 800-339-8963 [email protected] Pepsi Beverages Company 127 Pepsi Rd., Manchester 03109 603-656-6894 [email protected] pepsico.com

legal & Insurance

New Hampshire Employers Insurance Company Concord 03301 603-223-0166 aimmutual.com Rowley Agency PO Box 511, Concord 03302 603-224-2562 [email protected] rowleyagency.com The Scott Lawson Companies 20 Chenell Dr., Concord 03301 603-228-0500; 800-544-8434 [email protected] scottlawsoncompanies.com

media

Best Read Guide 150 Venture Dr., Dover 03820 Steve Ainsworth 603-707-1412 [email protected] BestReadGuideNH.com Boston Globe Media-Travel Advertising Contact Account Executive Dan Waxman 617-314-0016 [email protected] bostonglobemedia.com Hotelscoupons.com/Travel Media 901 N. Lake Destiny Drive/Suite 375, Maitland, FL 32751 401-673-6123 travelmediagroup.com [email protected] Karen Bobotas Photography 19 Shamus Drive, Gilford 03249 603-387-3798 [email protected] karenbobotas.com

Checkmate Workforce Solutions 112 S. State St., Concord 03301 603-225-2004 [email protected] CheckmateNH.com Checkmate Workforce Solutions: Family Owned and Community Minded. Providing payroll services and workforce management solutions for more than 500 employers in New Hampshire and beyond.

promotional & printing

Concord Litho Richard Bean 92 Old Turnpike Rd., Concord 03301 603-410-1316 [email protected] concordlitho.com CTM Media Group Connecting Visitors and Tourists with information. Brochure and digital distribution through NH, VT, MA, CT, RI, NY and Canada offering discounted printing and design services. Julie Bowyer [email protected] 802-440-3058 We connect people with fun and fun with people! Globe Direct Rich Goinsalvos 9 Latti Farm Rd., Millbury, MA 01527 508-871-1947 [email protected] globedirectmail.com Rack card and brochure printing, turnkey direct mail projects to customer lists and prospects. Holmes Lewis, Inc. Advertising & Design PO Box 4139, Concord 03302-4139 603-485-9672 [email protected] JC Signs 17 Grove St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-5335 [email protected] jcsigns.com Tylergraphics 14 Lexington Dr., Suite 2, Laconia 03246 603-524-6625; 800-723-8855 [email protected] Vanguard Printing Llc. 17 Hall Woods Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850 607-272-1212 [email protected] vanguardprintingllc.com

rental equipment

Lakes Region Community College, The Shaker Table at Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury 03224 603-524-3207 [email protected] lrcc.edu Plymouth State University I-93 Exit 25, 17 High St., Plymouth 03264 603-535-5000 plymouth.edu

travel

Crucon Cruise Outlet 70 Whittier Hwy. Moultonboro 03254 1-800-493-6609 crucon.com

utilities

where to ask

Lakes Region Tourism Association 61 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 (at Exit 20 off I-93) 603-286-8008; fax: 603-286-7007 [email protected] lakesregion.org City of Laconia 603-527-1270 cityoflaconianh.org DiscoverSandwich.com/a.k.a. Sandwich Business Group PO Box 116, Sandwich 03227 603-284-6888 discoversandwich.com Laconia Motorcycle Week Association 603-366-2000 fax: 603-366-2200 laconiamcweek.com June 14-22, 2014 Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce 328 Main St., PO Box 532, New London 03257 603-526-6575 or 1-877-526-6575 [email protected] lakesunapeenh.org Maplewood Technology PO Box 417, Campton 03223 603-960-0272 [email protected] maplewoodtechnology.com New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development PO Box 1856, Concord 03302-1856 800-386-4664 visitnh.gov Excellent source of statewide visitor information. New Hampshire Fish & Game 2 Hazen Drive, Concord 03301 603-271-3421 wildlife.state.nh.us New Hampshire Marine Patrol 31 Dock Rd., Gilford 03249 877-642-9700 Town of Meredith 41 Main St., Meredith 03253 603-279-4538 meredithnh.org WeirsBeach.Com An online vacation planning guidebook for Weirs Beach, featuring photographs of its natural beauty and postcards from its historical past. Extensive information for visitors. [email protected] weirsbeach.com See ad page 30. White Mountain National Forest 603-536-6100 www.fs.fed.us

Taylor Rental Center 160 DW Hwy., Belmont 03220 603-524-5553 [email protected] nhtent.com

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area

Forest

Long Pond

Lincoln

302 16

North Woodstock

112

Greeley Ponds

Lake Tarleton

Passaconaway

302

Woodstock

118

Center Conway To White Mountains Attractions To Franconia Notch State Park

Indian Pond

White Mountain National Forest

West Thornton

Upper Baker Pond Gilmans Corner

Warren

153 113

Chocorua Lake

Thornton 113A 49

Wentworth

Stinson Ellsworth Lake

Stinson Lake

25 118

West Campton

Rumney Cheever

175

West Canaan

Orange

Lockehaven

Crystal Lake

Alexandria

Grafton Pond Grafton Center

104 132

Bristol

Grafton

Danbury

Hill

Elmwood

Springfield

Highland Lake

12A

Otterville 12

West Andover

Wilmot Little Sunapee Pleasant Lake Lake New Elkins London 11

Cilleyville

Sunapee Lake

Burkehaven

Blodgett Landing

103B

114

North Sutton

Potter Place

Mt. Sunapee State Park

Newbury

East Sutton

Box Corner

Warner

Lower Village

Penacook

93 103

Contoocook 6

East Washington

West Hopkinton 202

103

Hopkinton

127 9

202

CONCORDD 9

Milton

Farmington 153

North Barnstead

North Rochester

Center Barnstead Strafford

East Rochester

15 14

South Barnstead

126

Rochester

Center Strafford

107

Jenness Pond

393

15 14

202

Gossville Epsom Short Falls

106 28

12 1A 1

North Chichester

Chichester 9 Horse Epsom Four Corner Corners

202

Halfmoon Lake

Gonic

202A

108

Northwood Narrows 4

107

202

Bow Lake Northwood 9 Ridge Northwood Center Northwood

126

Bow Lake Village

Barrington

202A

New Rye 43

125

East Barrington

Rollinsford 9

202

16 9 125

West Nottingham

Somerswor

236

Madbury 155

Dover 35

108 p rn Tu

Henniker

South Pittsfield

ng di

114

East Concord

West Concord

New Durham

202

Riverhill

Davisville

Pittsfield

125

129

106

Middleton 153

107

Loudon

103

Bradford Center

Laskey Corner

153

Sunrise Lake Coburn

Alton Bay Alton

Upper Suncook Lake Lower Gilmanton Lower Suncook Lake

Loudon Center

Milton Mills Union Middleton Corners

Barnstead 106

Sanbornville

Brookfield

Merrymeeting Lake

Gilmanton Ironworks

Canterbury

Boscawen

Swetts Mills 9

Pearls Corner

132

Wakefield

Gilmanton 107

140

NH Motor Speedway

Great East Lake

109

South Wolfeboro

106

127

Wolfeboro

Mt. Major

405 Pub & Grill

Crystal Lake

Gerrish

153

Wolfeboro Falls

109

Belmont

Salisbury

East Wakefield

109

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Pillsbury State Park

North Wakefield East Wolfeboro

106

127

Webster

114

Tanger Outlet Center

110

Woodman

East Alton

107

140

Province Lake

North Wolfeboro

West Alton

Belknap Mtn. Lakeside Famous Roast Beef

103

Tilton

Northfield 3

Salisbury Heights

South Sutton

South Newbury Bradford

Sutton

West Franklin

Rollins State Park

103A

Mount Sunapee

Andover

Winslow State Park

Follansbee Inn

Franklin

Granite

Ossipee 28

11A

Gunstock Mountain Adventure Park

Winnisquam

East Tilton Lochmere Silver Lake 3

Gilford

11A

Sanbornton

127

East Andover

Wilmot Flat Sunapee

Webster Lake

Highland Lake Inn

South Danbury

Inn at Pleasant Lake

Lakeport

South Effingham

109A

Lake Opechee

Lochmere Country Club & Greenside Restaurant

132

11C

Center Effingham

Wolfeboro Center

Mirror Lake

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11B

Laconia

Gaza

Water Village Lower Beech Pond Upper Center Beech Tuftonboro Pond

109

Weirs Beach

107

Effingham

Center Ossipee

Tuftonboro

Melvin Village

Meredith Bay

106

Effingham Falls

16 171

North Sanbornton

West Springfield

Pond

Mill Falls at the Lake Laconia Harley-Davidson Funspot

Winnisquam Lake

104

Mt. Shaw Castle in the Clouds Bald Knob Dan Hole

109

Lake Opechee Inn and Spa

East Grafton

Moultonville

Moultonborough

Meredith

Meredith Center

Freedom

104

New Hampton

153

Broad Bay

Ossipee Lake

Center Harbor

Mill Falls at the Lake

Bridgewater

Wellington State Park

Red Hill

25B

Purity Spring Resort/ King Pine Ski Area

Moultonborough

East Holderness

White Oak Pond

West Center Harbor

132

Inn on Newfound Lake

Mt. Cardigan

Canaan

Ashland

East Hebron

Newfound Lake

Little Squam Lake

Cardigan State Park

Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort

Mascoma Lake

Groton

Canaan Street Lake

East Sandwich

Keepsake Falls Quilting & Patternworks

Holderness

Canaan Center

South Tamworth

Purity Lake

East Madison

West Ossipee

Sandwich

Squam Lake

175A

Plymouth

Hebron

Whittier

Center Sandwich 113

White Lake State Park

Bennett Corners

113

109

North Groton

118

North Sandwich

Silver Lake

Tamworth

Rattlesnake Mtn.

Goose Pond

Campton Beebe River Campton Hollow

Blair

West Plymouth Dorchester

113

175A

Rumney Depot

Chocorua

Snowville

Madison

Stinson Mtn.

North Dorchester

Eaton

Silver Lake

29 28

Conway Lake

Mt. Chocorua

Wonalancet

175

Quintown

Conway

To White Mountains Attractions

Waterville Valley

25C

25A

North Conway

Echo Lake State Park

Sawyer Pond

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Claremont (603) 543-1681 New London (603) 526-6951 West Lebanon (603) 298-6642 Lakes Region Alton* (603) 875-4300 Franklin* (603) 934-2515 Gilford (603) 524-4629 Meredith (603) 279-1451 Ossipee* (603) 539-7531 Plymouth* (603) 536-3400

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South Central—Merrimack Bedford* - Colby (603) 625-5431 Bedford* - Jenkins (603) 427-2627 Concord* (603) 228-2060 Derry* (603) 434-5099 Goffstown* (603) 626-4488 Hooksett* (603) 644-2106 Hudson (603) 883-6112 Londonderry* (603) 421-0921

New Hampshire is known for many things,

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Mill Falls Marketplace

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Keepsake Quilting Rte. 25B, Senter’s Marketplace, Center Harbor 03226 603-253-4026 keepsakequilting.com See ad page 43. Kellerhaus Ice Cream, Candy & Gifts 259 Endicott St. North (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4466; 888-KLR-HAUS kellerhaus.com See ad page 31. Kokopelli of New Hampshire, Inc. 2420 Rte. 16, West Ossipee 03890 603-539-4700 kokopellinh.com The largest selection of fine southwestern and Native American jewelry, top quality cowboy boots, western wear, pottery, art, and home decor in the world. Visit our website to see what we offer. Go to this web page for an exclusive coupon! www.kokopellinh.com/lrcoupon Laconia Harley-Davidson 239 DW Hwy. (Rte. 3), Meredith 03253 603-279-4526 laconiaharley.com See ad page 44. Mill Falls Marketplace Rtes. 3 & 25, Meredith 03253 603-279-7006 millfallsmarketplace.com See ad page 41. Patternworks Rte. 25B, Senter’s Marketplace, Center Harbor 03226 603-253-9064 patternworks.com See ad page 43. Red Barn Shop—Squam Lake Inn 28 Shepard Hill Rd., Holderness 03245 603-968-4417; 800-839-6205 [email protected] squamlakeinn.com See ad page 26. Sports & Marine Parafunalia 44 Weirs Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-8998 parafunalia.com New Hampshire’s #1 Watersports Store. Discount Marine Supplies. Paddleboard Sales & Rentals. Waterskis & Wakeboards & Water Trampolines and all things Watersports. Since 1972. See ad this page.

Tanger Outlet Center–Tilton Left at Exit 20 off I-93, Tilton 03276 603-286-7880 tangeroutlet.com/Tilton [email protected] See ad page 40. Tommy Hilfiger 120 Laconia Rd. / Tanger Outlets, Tilton 03276 603-286-9500 www.tommy.com Tramway Artisans Jct. of Rtes. 16 & 25, West Ossipee 03890 603-539-5700; 539-4400 (Bus.) tramway-artisans.com Weirs Beach Go-Kart Track / Live Free and Tie Dye 582 Endicott St. N., Laconia 03246 603-387-8100 [email protected] wbgokarts.com livefreeandtiedye.com

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Makris Lobster & Steak House 354 Sheep Davis Rd., Concord 03301 603-225-7665 [email protected] eatalobster.com Weathervane’s Lobster in the Rough on Weirs Beach, 279 Lake Side Ave, Laconia (603) 366-9101. www.weathervaneseafoods.com See ad page 46.

restaurants

405 Pub & Grill 405 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 [email protected] facebook.com/pages/405-PUB-GRILL See ad page 71. Ames Farm Inn 2800 Lakeshore Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-4321 [email protected] amesfarminn.com Open June 15 thru Labor Day, 7:30 am–2 pm. Come enjoy lakeside, homestyle cooking. Real maple syrup, homemade muffins, lobster rolls, and more! See ad page 59. Blue Bistro at NASWA Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-4341; 888-55-NASWA [email protected] naswa.com See ad pages 48 & 63.

Dine with us at Lemon Grass Restaurant and Saké Bar, where East meets West. We offer creative Asian Fusion Cuisine. Featuring locally-grown organic vegetables in season, free range poultry and the freshest fish and beef available. Dine in or Take out. Open year round. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Lemon Grass Saké Bar & Restaurant Open Thursday–Monday

64 Whittier Hwy., Moultonborough 03254 www.lemongrassnh.com n 603-253-8100

Cactus Jack's Grill and Watering Hole 1182 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 Open daily at 11:30 am. Serving a full menu ’til 12:30 am. Featuring Mexican and Southwest-inspired favorites. 603-528-7800 go2cjs.com See ad page 7. Café Lafayette Dinner Train Located at the intersection of I-93 and Rte. 112, North Woodstock, NH 03262 603-745-3500; 800-699-3501 nhdinnertrain.com Recognized as one of the nation’s premiere dinner trains. Savor 5 courses over 2 hour evening while enjoying 20 miles of ever-changing river scenery in restored dining cars. Open May-October. Camp at The Chase House 300 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-3003 theCman.com CANOE—A Restaurant & Tavern 232 Whittier Hwy., Center Harbor 03226 603-253-4762 magicfoodsrestaurantgroup.com Chili’s Grill & Bar 18 Lowes Ave., Tilton 03275 603-286-8075 chilis.com The Common Man 60 Main St., Ashland 03217 603-968-7030 theCman.com Corner House Inn: A Restaurant & Pub Jct. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich 03227 603-284-6219 [email protected] cornerhouseinn.com Crazy Gringo 306 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4411; fax 603-366-4944 thecrazygringo.com [email protected] Mexican & American favorites served with the best Margaritas in the Lakes Region. Open 7 days a week. See ad page 31. The Shaker Table at Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury 03224 603-524-3207 [email protected] lrcc.edu Foster’s Boiler Room at the Common Man Inn & Spa, 231 Main St., Plymouth 03264 603-536-2764 theCman.com Friendly’s–Great Food & Ice Cream! 1160 Union Ave. Laconia 03246 603-524-5824 friendlys.com 45

Garwoods Restaurant PO Box 507, 6 N. Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-7788 [email protected] garwoodsrestaurant.com See ad page 29. Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristoranté Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith 03253 603-279-3313 giuseppesnh.com A full service restaurant with a festive Italian atmosphere. Gourmet pizza, pasta, seafood, steak, veal, vegan, & glutenfree choices. Very musical, very Italian, & very good! Live musical entertainment nightly. See ad page 47. Greenside Restaurant at Lochmere Country Club 360 Laconia Rd., PO Box 130, Tilton 03276 603-528-4653 [email protected] greensiderestaurant.com See ad pages 21 & 47. Hanover Inn Dartmouth Two East Wheelock St., Hanover 03755 603-643-4300 [email protected] hanoverinn.com Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant Jct. of Rtes. 3 & 104, Meredith 03253 603-279-6212 hartsturkeyfarm.com [email protected] See ad page 47. Heritage Farm Pancake House, Petting Farm & Stables 15 Parker Hill Rd., Sanbornton 03269 603-524-5400 HeritageFarmPancakeHouse.com Monday–Saturday, 7:30 am–12:30 pm Inn Kitchen & Bar—Squam Lake Inn 28 Shepard Hill Rd., Holderness 03245 603-968-4417; 800-839-6205 [email protected] squamlakeinn.com See ad page 26. Inn on Main 200 N. Main St., Wolfeboro 03896 (603) 569-1335 innnewhampshire.com Italian Farmhouse 337 Daniel Webster Hwy., Plymouth, 03264 603-536-4536 theCman.com Kara’s Café & Cakery 48 Main St., Meredith 03253 603-279-8822 [email protected] karascafe.com

Kellerhaus Ice Cream, Candy & Gifts 259 Endicott St. North (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4466; 888-KLR-HAUS kellerhaus.com See ad page 31. Lago at The Inn at Bay Point 1 US Rte. 25, Meredith 03253 603-279-2253 theCman.com Lakehouse at Church Landing 281 Daniel Webster Hwy. (Rte. 3), Meredith 03253 603-279-5221 theCman.com Lakeside Famous Roast Beef 1091 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 603-528-0838 lakesidefamousroastbeef.com See ad page 71. Lavinia’s 18 Main St., Center Harbor 03226 603-253-8617 [email protected] laviniasdining.com See ad page 48. Lemon Grass Saké Bar & Restaurant 64 Whittier Hwy., Rte. 25, Moultonborough 03254 603-253-8100 lemongrassnh.com See ad page 45. The Manor on Golden Pond 31 Manor Dr., Holderness 03245 603-968-3348; 800-545-2141 [email protected] manorongoldenpond.com Indulge yourself, delectable cuisine, comfortably elegant fine dining in the Van Horn Dining Room. Piano Cocktail Lounge, open year round, reservations required. Wine Spectator Wine List AAA uuuu Also try our M Bistro open May-October. See ad page 24 & 56. M/S Mount Washington Lake Winnipesaukee, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-5531; 888-843-6686 [email protected] cruiseNH.com See ad page 30. NASWA Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-4341; 888-55-NASWA Lakes Region Qrtr [email protected] 2013_Layout 5 9/12/12 3:3 naswa.com See ad pages 48 & 63.

The best-kept secret in Lakes Region dining … … isn’t a secret any more! The Greenside Restaurant at Lochmere Country Club features made to order specialties! Come taste for yourself—the secret is out! Family owned & operated • Open to the public Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner year round Hand-cut steaks, succulent prime rib, the freshest seafood and pasta dishes.

360 Laconia Road • Tilton, New Hampshire 03276 603-528-4653 • www.greensiderestaurant.com

O Steaks & Seafood  at the Lake Opechee Inn & Spa 62 Doris Ray Court, Lakeport 03246  603-524-9373 magicfoodsrestaurantgroup.com   Paradise Beach Club 322 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-2665 theparadisebc.com On facebook at: facebook.com/pages/paradise-beachclub-weirs-beach-nh/104378979652113 Patrick’s Pub & Eatery Rtes. 11 & 11B, Gilford 03249 603-293-0841 [email protected] patrickspub.com Where Great Food and Entertainment Come Together! Award-winning chowder, freshly made appetizers, sandwiches and a wide variety of entrees. Lunch & dinner seven days, year-round! Great kids menu. See ad page 46. Route 104 Diner 752 NH Rte. 104, New Hampton 03256 603-744-0120 thecman.com Shibley’s at The Pier 42 Mount Major Hwy., Alton Bay 03810 603-875-3636 shibleysatthepier.com Lots to watch while enjoying lakeside dining on Lake Winnipesaukee. Lunch or dinner 7 days a week spring, summer and fall. Winter–open Fridays thru Sunday starting the first weekend in February. Shiloh’s Restaurant 504 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-528-2528 [email protected] shilohsrestaurant.net Subway White Mountain Subways, LLC, 377 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough 03254 603-253-9200 Check for a location near you! Located in: Dover, Gorham, Intervale, New Hampton, Lincoln, Littleton, Meredith, Moultonboro, North Conway, Plymouth, Rochester, and West Ossipee subway.com

“i don’t know about you, but Eating always makes me feel like going shopping!” (Listings start on page 38)

Happy Hour 3-6pm Daily in Our Upstairs Bar! Lunch & Dinner daily entertainment nightly open year-round

279 Lakeside Avenue in Laconia

Come Taste New England’s Favorite Seafood! nd Lunch a r dinne y. dail v ser ed

Boiled lobsters, fresh fried clams, grilled salmon, fried scallops, haddock, shrimp and more.

Very musical. Very Italian. And Very Good! A full-service restaurant with a festive Italian atmosphere

Gourmet pizza, pasta, steak, veal, chicken, seafood, vegan and gluten-free choices, salads, sandwiches, desserts, cappuccino. Nightly piano or acoustic guitar music make us both unique and popular. Enjoy views of Lake Winnipesaukee from our dining room and greenhouse. Reservations recommended.

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Turkey • Prime Rib Steaks • Seafood • Sandwiches Junction of routes 3 & 104 Meredith, NH (9 miles east of I-93) 603-279-6212  www.hartsturkeyfarm.com

Banquet and Catering Facilities In The Grotto: Thurs: Karaoke, Fri & Sat: DJ and dancing. One Sat. night a month: Live Band. The Grotto is available for private parties / functions; please inquire.

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Visit the Weathervane Seafood Restaurants in Chichester, West Lebanon, Dover, Salem, Bedford & Nashua New Hampshire www.weathervaneseafoods.com

A family restaurant with Mini and Children’s menus and home-style cooking!

Celebrating 60 years of fine family dining.

BEST ONION RINGS! Delicious salads and sandwiches. Burgers and chicken for the land-lubbers, too!

Meredith, NH

At Rtes. 3 and 25 in the Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith, NH 603-279-3313 for takeout & delivery • www.giuseppesnh.com

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T-BONES Great American Eatery 1182 Union Ave. Laconia 03246 Open daily at 11:30 am. Featuring NH’s Best Burger, Premium Reserve Steaks, Prime Seafood, and much more! Voted NH’s Best Casual Restaurant. Overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee. 603-528-7800 t-bones.com See ad page 7. Tilt’n Diner 61 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-286-2204 theCman.com The Tilton Inn 255 Main St., Tilton 03276 603-286-7774 thetiltoninn.com [email protected] Town Docks 289 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-3445 theCman.com Union Diner 1331 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 603-524-6744 [email protected] theuniondiner.com UNO Pizzeria and Grill 122 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-286-4079 [email protected] unos.com Water Street Café 141 Water St., Laconia 03246 603-524-4144 Like us! Facebook.com/WaterStCafe online at water-street-cafe.com The Wolfeboro Inn 90 N Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-3016; 800-451-2389 [email protected] wolfeboroinn.com See ad page 62. Wolfeboro Dockside Grille & Dairy Bar PO Box 507, 11 Dockside, Wolfeboro 03894 603-515-0151 [email protected] See ad page 29. Woodstock Inn, Station & Brewery 135 Main St., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-3951; 800-321-3985 WoodstockInnNH.com A country inn with five buildings, 33 rooms, modern amenities, legendary dining, function room, pub, entertainment and outdoor patio. Award-winning Brewery with tours daily. $5 includes pint glass and tasting. Reserve online at WoodstockInnBrewery.com. See ad page 54. Yankee Smokehouse & Wild Hog Pizzeria Jct. of Rtes. 16 & 25W, West Ossipee 03890 603-539-7427 yankeesmokehouse.com 48

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Lake Forest Resort Great East Lake, 150 Dearborn Rd., East Wakefield 03830 603-522-3306 lakeforestrvresort.com Sugar Hill Retirement Community 83 Rolling Wood Dr., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-8485 [email protected] sugarhillrc.com Visit us on Facebook See ad page 29. Taylor Communities 435 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 and Bay St., Wolfeboro 03894 1-877-524-5600 taylorcommunity.org Wesley Woods 18 Wesley Way, Gilford 03249 603-528-2555 wesleywoodsnh.org See ad below.

LUNCH . DINNER . MUSIC Experience our

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Be at home in the heart of the Lakes Region... ...in your new, maintenance-free home at Wesley Woods—leaving more time to enjoy the endless shopping, dining and Lakes Region adventures waiting for you just outside your door. You’ll find wonderful neighbors here, age 62 and over, and an attentive staff to meet your needs. For more information call 603-528-2555 or visit us at 18 Wesley Way, Gilford, NH

The NASWA Resort is proud to feature the Blue Bistro, offering Brilliantly Crafted Cuisine to feed your appetite and your soul!

real estate

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty One Verani Way, Londonderry 03053 603-434-2377 verani.com Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 32 Whittier Hwy., Rte. 25, Center Harbor 03226 1-800-639-4022; 603-253-4345 348 Court St., Laconia 03246 1-800-639-5077; 603-524-2255 15 N. Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 1-800-621-2533; 603-569-2533 #1 real estate company in The Lakes Region and in New England. Largest selection of waterfront and vacation homes.  Open 7 days, 3 locations. View all Lakes Region properties at nemoves.com See ad page 51. Compass Rose Buyer Brokers Main St., Meredith 03253 603-279-5568 compassroze.com It’s a buyer’s market, get a buyer’s broker. No additional fees. We work for you, not the seller. Waterfront, Residential, Acreage, Vacation Homes & Island Real Estate. [email protected] Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty 3 Main Street Meredith 03253 603-677-7012; toll-free: 888-526-4050 [email protected] fourseasonslakesregion.com Our Meredith Associates are industry leaders in the marketing and sale of distinctive properties throughout New Hampshire’s Lakes Region See ad page 52. Lakes Region Realty—Sales and Vacation Rentals Moultonboro Office: 603-253-7766 Meredith Office: 603-279-6000 Vacation Rentals: 603-253-9871 LakesRegionRealEstate.com See ad pages 51 & 67.

A tradition in Lakes Region Real Estate since 1945. YourHomeOnTheLake.com

603.366.4341 | naswa.com | bluebistrolaconia.com 1086 Weirs Boulevard - Laconia, NH 03246

249 Whittier Highway, Center Harbor 603-253-8131

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Lamprey Real Estate Associates Center Harbor office: 249 Whittier Hwy. (Rte. 25) 603-253-8131; 1-800-834-5759 [email protected] YourHomeOnTheLake.com A tradition in Lakes Region Real Estate since 1945. See ad page 49. Maxfield Real Estate For 60 Years Simply the Best! 3 offices covering the Lakes Region Huge inventory of homes, land and seasonal rentals. Center Harbor: 877-705-2424; Wolfeboro: 800-726-0480; Alton: 800-871-5687 Find all Lakes Region listings at MaxfieldRealEstate.com One click and you’re home. See ad below. Meredith Bay 50 Lighthouse Cliffs, Laconia 02346 603-524-4141; 888-559-4141 [email protected] MeredithBayNH.com See ad page 53. Merrymeeting River 80 Heron Point Rd. (off Rte. 11E, 1 mi. from Alton Circle), Alton 03809 603-859-4811 merrymeetingriver.com merrymeetingriver.wordpress.com See ad page 52. Nash Realty 273 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith 03253 603-279-6565 [email protected] www.nashrealty.com Preferred Vacation Rentals 603-253-7811 or 877-525-3764 34 Whittier Hwy. Moultonborough 03254 Authentic NH Vacations! Your true NH vacation begins with a place of your own. A Preferred Vacation Home, cottage, or lakeside condo offers all the comforts of home with the amenities of a resort. PreferredRentals.com See ad pages 58 & 66. RE/MAX Bayside 208 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-0079 [email protected] baysidenh.net See ad page 51.

The Lakes Region Lives at One Address…

www.RocheRealty.com For over 35 years the name Roche has been a recognized leader in the sale of Lakes Region real estate. We have continued to provide our clients with greater insight and a richer perspective on a truly unique marketplace. Our 46 experienced REALTORS® and support staff set the standard for service in all segments of real estate, including:

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Roche Realty Group, Inc. Two offices in the Lakes Region with 45 agents. 97 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-7046 or 800-926-5253 1921 Parade Rd., Laconia 03246 603-528-0088 or 888-214-0088 Sales and rentals of waterfront, vacation properties, condos, new construction, country, and commercial. Call for 40 page color catalog and relocation guide. rocherealty.com See ad page 50. Squam River Landing—A Residential Community 283 River St., Ashland 03217 603-968-7711 [email protected] squamlanding.com See ad this page. Wesley Woods 18 Wesley Way, Gilford 03249 603-528-2555 wesleywoodsnh.org See ad page 49. William Raveis Curry Realtors Rte. 11 At the tip of the Bay, Alton Bay 03810 603-387-2488 [email protected] curryrealtorsnh.com

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$400s, each condominium unit in The Lodges at Meredith Bay offers views of Lake Winnipesaukee, 1,800+/- sf, underground parking, elevator access straight into your unit, plus a host of wonderful lakeside amenities including townhome? We offer those, too! Why rent a vacation place year after year when you can own your very own four-season getaway spot? Discover Meredith Bay today! 888-559-4141 MeredithBayNH.com

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Properties offered exclusively by Meredith Bay Lighthouse Realty, LLC. The lodges are part of The Bluegill Lodge at Meredith Bay, a condominium. The condominium has not been registered by the New Hampshire Consumer Protection and Antitrust Bureau of the Attorney General’s Office, Department of Justice. Until such time as registration has been issued, only non-binding reservation agreements may be accepted. This is not an offer to sell property to, or a solicitation from, residents of NY, NJ, CT, or any other state that requires preregistration of real estate. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. Some first floor units do not have direct elevator access into unit. Artwork shows conceptual design, which is representative only and is subject to change. The marina and beach club are owned and operated by Akwa Marina Yacht Club, LLC. Boat slips are subject to separate agreement and payment.

Inns at the Lakes

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country inns and bed & breakfasts

AMC Cardigan Lodge 774 Shem Valley Rd., Alexandria 03222 603-466-2727 [email protected] outdoors.org Ames Farm Inn 2800 Lakeshore Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-4321 [email protected] amesfarminn.com See ad pages 45 & 59. A Newfound Bed & Breakfast 94 Mandi Ln., Bristol 03222 603-744-3442 [email protected] anewfoundBnB.com Lake views and unforgettable sunsets. Luxury, comfort and deluxe amenities. No minimum night stay. $199-250. Children and pets welcome. Last minute deals based on availability. Best Western Silver Fox Inn 70 Packard’s Rd., Waterville Valley 03215 603-236-3699; 888-236-3699 [email protected] silverfoxinn.com Black Swan Inn Bed & Breakfast 354 W. Main St., Tilton 03276 603-286-4524 [email protected] www.blackswaninn.net Historic Victorian inn on the Winnipsaukee River, 9 charming guest rooms and suites, full breakfast, AC, WiFi, Cable, romantic gardens, weddings, events. Rates from $109.

Country Inns of the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region

The best in New Hampshire hospitality one can find. All inns are unique and special. Come stay with us.

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Center Harbor Sutton House B&B 251 Whittier Highway (Rte. 25), Center Harbor 03226 603-253-9750 [email protected] Sutton-house.com Coppertoppe Inn & Retreat Center 8 Range Rd., Hebron 03241 603-744-3636; 866-846-3636 [email protected] coppertoppe.com

135 Main St., No. Woodstock, NH 03262 800-321-3985 • WoodstockInnNH.com

Inn on Newfound Lake Newfound Lake, Bridgewater, NH www.newfoundlake.com 603-744-9111

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Country Inns of Dartmouth Lake Sunapee Region Unique B&B’s and country inns where lifelong memories are created. Come stay with us! nhcountryinns.com See ad page 54. Dexter’s Inn, Trails & Restaurant 258 Stagecoach Rd., Sunapee 03782 603-763-5571; 1-800-232-5571 [email protected] dextersnh.com Follansbee Inn 2 Keyser St., North Sutton 03260 800-626-4221; 603-927-4221 [email protected] follansbeeinn.com See ad page 55. Highland Lake Inn 32 Maple St., Andover 03216 603-735-6426 [email protected] highlandlakeinn.com See ad page 55. Inn on Main 200 N. Main St., Wolfeboro 03896 (603) 569-1335 innnewhampshire.com Inn on Newfound Lake 1030 Mayhew Tpk., Bridgewater 03222 800-745-7990 [email protected] newfoundlake.com See ad page 55. Inn at Pleasant Lake 853 Pleasant St., New London 03257 603-526-6271 [email protected] innatpleasantlake.com See ad page 55. Inns at the Lakes Various Lakes innsatthelakes.com Four independent Inns, each on a beautiful lake. Rooms with private baths, breakfast and gourmet meals. Come experience a wonderful New Hampshire Lakeside Vacation! See ad page 55. Lake House at Ferry Point 100 Lower Bay Rd., Sanbornton 03269 603-524-0087 [email protected] lakehouseatferrypoint.com Lake Ivanhoe Inn & Campground 631 Acton Ridge Rd., East Wakefield 03830 603-522-8824 [email protected] lakeivanhoe.com Lighthouse Inn Bed & Breakfast & Cottages 913 Scenic Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5432; 1-877-543-5432 [email protected] lighthouseinnbb.com The Manor on Golden Pond 31 Manor Dr., Holderness 03245 603-968-3348; 800-545-2141 [email protected] manorongoldenpond.com Elegant 24-room Inn set on 13 acres overlooking Squam Lake and the White Mountains. Exceptional personalized service and immaculate attention to detail. Outdoor heated pool. Tennis Court. Two restaurants. Three Cocks Pub. Seasons Spa uuuu See ad pages 24 & 46. Maria Atwood Inn 71 Hill Rd., Rte. 3A, Franklin 03235 603-934-3666 [email protected] Atwoodinn.com Quaint 7 room bed and breakfast; centrally located; full breakfast daily, A/C , free wireless internet and many more amentities. The Nutmeg Inn 80 Pease Rd., Meredith 03253 603-677-7245 nutmeginn-nh.com Riverbend Inn Bed & Breakfast 273 Chocorua Mtn. Hwy., Chocorua 03817 603-323-7440; 800-628-6944 [email protected] riverbendinn.com Squam Lake Inn 28 Shepard Hill Rd., Holderness 03245 603-968-4417; 800-839-6205 [email protected] squamlakeinn.com See ad page 26. The Tilton Inn 255 Main St., Tilton 03276 603-286-7774 thetiltoninn.com [email protected]

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Woodstock Inn, Station & Brewery 135 Main St., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-3951; 800-321-3985 WoodstockInnNH.com A country inn with five buildings, 33 rooms, modern amenities, legendary dining, function room, pub, entertainment and outdoor patio. Award-winning Brewery with tours daily. Room packages include hearty country breakfast. See ad page 54.

cabins, cottages, condos and motels

Abakee Cottages 156 Lucerne Ave., PO Box 5144, Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4405 [email protected] abakeecottages.com Allen ’A’ Motor Inn 427 Center Street, Rte. 28, Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1700; 1-800-732-8507 allenamotorinn.net See ad page 28. Ames Farm Inn 2800 Lakeshore Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-4321 [email protected] amesfarminn.com See ad pages 45 & 59. Anchorage at the Lake 725 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-524-3248 [email protected] anchorageatthelake.com Pet-friendly, family vacation spot on Lake Winnisquam. Cabin & house rentals, all with kitchenette, bath & screened-in porch, 2 private beaches, complimentary kayak rentals. Outdoor wedding, reunion and event space available. Facebook: www.facebook/com/AnchorageCabins. Bay Top Motel 1025 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-2225 [email protected] baytop.com Bear Tree Lodge 59 DW Hwy., Meredith Mail: PO Box 5552, Weirs Beach 03247 603-279-9013 [email protected] beartreelodge.com

Belknap Point Motel Rte. 11, Gilford 03249 603-293-7511; 888-454-2537 [email protected] bpmotel.com Situated in the heart of the Lakes Region, offering the ultimate in lakeside accommodations on Lake Winnipesaukee. Outstanding views of the lake and surrounding mountain ranges, including the White Mountains. Year round activities are minutes away. Berry Pond Motel 1040 Whittier Hwy./Rte. 25, Moultonborough 03254 603-476-5571 [email protected] berrypondmotel.com Birch Knoll Motel 867 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03247 603-366-4958 [email protected] birchknollmotel.com Blue Moon Motel 1756 Mayhew Turnpike, Hebron 03241 744-2433 [email protected] thebluemoonmotel.com Cabins on the Cove Lake Winnisquam Privacy! “Close to Everything but Far from Anything.” 3 cabins/60 acres. 603-470-3103 [email protected] Channel Waterfront Cottages 1192 Weirs Blvd. (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4673 channelcottages.com [email protected] 15 immaculate waterfront cottages. 1, 2 & 3+ Queen bedrooms and kitchens. All with AC & free Wi-Fi. Private beach. Island w/ stereo, cable TV & fireplace. Gas grills. Docking. Pets welcome. Family Reunions, Weddings. Our 23rd season! Call or email today! See ad page 56. Chocorua Camping Village KOA/Holiday 893 White Mountain Hwy. / Rte. 16, 3 mi. north of Jct. 25W, Chocorua 03817 1-888-BEST-NHC (1-888237-8642); 603-323-8536 [email protected] chocoruacamping.com See ad page 69.

Common Man Inn & Spa–Plymouth 231 Main St. (Exit 26 off I-93), Plymouth 03264 603-536-2200; 866-the-CMAN [email protected] theCmaninn.com 37 rooms w/options of fireplaces, decks and jacuzzis. Foster’s Boiler Room, Cabin in the Woods, day spa & salon, indoor pool, waterfall hot tub. Continental breakfast, wi-fi & cable TV. Pet-friendly. See ad pages 24 & 61. Cottage Place on Squam Lake Rte. 3, Holderness 03245 603-968-7116 [email protected] cottageplaceonsquam.com See ad page 26. Cottages of Wolfeboro 54 Center St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-9999 [email protected] cottagesnh.com Cozy Inn–Lakeview House & Cottages 12 Maple St., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-4310 cozyinn-nh.com [email protected] Where you belong. In the heart of Weirs Beach overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee. Clean, affordable, updated, cottages; Inns w/ suites w/ private baths, rooms. Spectacular views, wi-fi, kitchens, cctv, DVD, 2 sparkling pools. Steps from beach, attractions. See ad page 30. Grand View Motel & Cottages Rte. 3, Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4973 [email protected] grandviewmotel-nh.com Beautiful views, immaculate grounds, spotless accommodations. Close to all area attractions. Fully equipped motel, cottage, and efficiency units. Half Moon Motel & Cottages 28 Tower St., Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4494 halfmoonmotel@ weirsbeach.com weirsbeach.com/halfmoon/motel The ideal location in Weirs Beach—closest to boat, train, beach, amusements. King-size pool. All units w/ scenic view, CCTV, AC, heat. Modern & comfy. See ad page 30.

On Lake Winnipesaukee Weirs Beach, NH

1192 Weirs Blvd., Route 3

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Lake Motel, The 280 South Main St., PO Box 887, Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1100; 1-888-569-1110 [email protected] thelakemotel.com See ad page 28. Lake Shore Motel & Cottages 76 Lake Shore Dr., Moultonborough 03254 603-253-6244 [email protected] lakeshoremotelandcottages.com Newly renovated, lakefront, pet-friendly motel, suites & cottages with gas grills, picnic area. Near Center Harbor and area attractions. One hour from White Mountains. Lazy E Motor Inn 808 Weirs Blvd., PO Box 5507, Weirs Beach 03247-5507 603-366-4003 [email protected] lazyemotorinn.com Year-round lakefront motels and suites with gas fireplaces; seasonal cottages and 4 BR Lakehouse on Lake Winnipesaukee. Boat docks, raft, firepit, hot tub, gas grills. Ice fishing and Ski 'n' Stay. See ad page 30. Lighthouse Inn Bed & Breakfast & Cottages 913 Scenic Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5432; 1-877-543-5432 [email protected] lighthouseinnbb.com Lord Hampshire Motel & Cottages 885 Laconia Rd. (Rte. 3), Winnisquam 03289 603-524-4331 [email protected] LordHampshire.com Sandy beach on Lake Winnisquam, over 700' water frontage. Every unit has a beautiful view of the lake. Unique and updated cottages with A/C. Naswa Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-4341; 888-55-NASWA [email protected] naswa.com See ad pages 48 & 63. Phillips House & Cottages Rte. 3, PO Box 131, Winnisquam 03289 Summer: 603-524-1649 Winter: 914-930-7721 phillipshouseandcottages.com

Piping Rock Resort 680 N. Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1915 pipingrockresort.com Motel, cottages, and suites on Lake Winnipesaukee, 6 private acres. Sandy beach, docks, playground, volleyball, more. Open year round. Preferred Vacation Rentals 603-253-7811 or 877-525-3764 34 Whittier Hwy. Moultonborough 03254 Authentic NH Vacations! Your true NH vacation begins with a place of your own. A Preferred Vacation Home, cottage, or lakeside condo offers all the comforts of home with the amenities of a resort. PreferredRentals.com See ad pages 50 & 66.

Old Family Traditions … Still alive at Ames Farm Inn

2800 Lake Shore Road Gilford, NH 03249 603-293-4321 www.amesfarminn.com

Things are changing all the time! The latest information is always online at

www.lakesregion.org

Located on over 139 acres of land with a quarter mile of sandy beach, we offer lakeside cottages, apartments, or rooms. Once you arrive, enjoy our open fields, private beach and swimming area, restaurant, docks, and mountain views. Dining Room open to the public—serving breakfast and lunch (summer only). TownePlace Suites by Marriott 14 Sawmill Road, Gilford, NH 03249 (603) 524-5533 (800) MARRIOTT www.marriott.com/mhtgf [email protected]

Established and owned by the Ames Family since 1890.

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Proctor’s Lakehouse Cottages 1144 Weirs Blvd., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-5517 lakehouse@ metrocast.net lakehousecottages.com “A New Idea in Old-Fashioned Hospitality.” 350' sandy beach, 5 docks and swimming platform, protected swim area, 12 cottages and 8 suites. All units are non-smoking. Walking distance to Weirs Beach attractions. Live webcam. Memories begin here. See ad page 31. RDC—A Rustic Family Resort on Squam Lake 18 Bacon Rd., Holderness 03245 603-968-3313 rdcsquam.com See ad page 62. Sandybeach of Newfound 86 Whittemore Point Rd. North, Bridgewater 03222 603-744-8473 [email protected] sandybeachofnewfound.com Broad natural sandy beach on crystal clear Newfound Lake shared by only 13 houses and cottages. Dock, moorings, and playground area. Floorplans, prices, etc. on website. Open year round. SellMyTimeshareNow.com 100 Domain Dr., Suite 105, Exeter 03833 603-516-0200 / 877-815-4227 [email protected] sellmytimesharenow.com Silver Lake Park Campground and Cabins 389 Jamestown Rd., Belmont 03220 603-524-6289 [email protected] silverlakeparkcampground.com Silver Sands Motel & Marina Rte. 11B, Gilford 03249 603-293-4481 [email protected] ssmotel.com See ad page 57.

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A Fireside Inn & Suites Jct. Rtes. 11 & 11B, 17 Harris Shore Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-7526; 800-458-3877 firesideinngilford.com See ad below. Barton’s Motel 1330 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 603-524-5674 [email protected] bartonsmotel. com On Lake Winnipesaukee. Motel rooms, 2 bedroom efficiencies, 2 bedroom housekeeping cottages. All AC, cable TV. Private sandy beach, outdoor heated pool, spacious grounds. Free rowboats, dockage and Wi-Fi. No pets. Bay Side Inn/Lakeside Boat Rentals Rte. 11D, Alton Bay 03810 603-875-5005 [email protected] bayside-inn.com lakesideboatrentals.com Hospitality with a view! Private setting w/panoramic views. Enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, boating, or relax on our sundeck at water’s edge. Overnight rooms or weekly two bedroom efficiency suites. A/C, CATV, Free WIFI, Outdoor Pavilion, Boat Rentals on site.

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Sun Valley Cottages Rte. 3, Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-4945 [email protected] sunvally.com Classic private cottages in tall pines. Large pool, Jacuzzi, cedar hot tub! All w/ ac/heat, cctv, kitchen, porches; some w/ fireplaces, pvt. bdrms. Knotty pine or contemporary interiors. Condos nearby; some w/ lake views! Our units are sized to sleep from 2 to 12! Open all Year! See ad page 31. Weirs Beach Motel & Cottages 396 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-4604 [email protected] weirsbeachmotel.com Family owned & operated. Upgraded standard or deluxe cottages, homes, modern motel with pool. A short walk to all Weirs Beach Attractions.

The Centennial 96 Pleasant St., Concord 03301 603-227-9000 [email protected] thecentennialhotel.com Center Harbor Inn 294 Whittier Hwy. (Rte. 25), Center Harbor 03226 603-253-4347; 877-9CENTRE [email protected] centerharborinn.com Private sandy beach, dock space, free continental breakfast, fridge, phone, and cable TV in room. Beautiful view of lake and mountains, close to attractions. See ad page 65. Channel Waterfront Cottages 1192 Weirs Blvd. (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4673 [email protected] / channelcottages.com See ad page 56. Cold Spring Resort 460 N. Ashland Rd., Ashland 03217 603-536-4600 [email protected] coldspringresort.net

Comfort Inn—Ashland 53 West St. (1-93 Exit 24), Ashland 03217 603-968-7668 [email protected] comfortinnlakesregion.com Newly renovated rooms, continental breakfast, cable w/HBO, heated outdoor pool, fitness center, in-room coffee, micro/fridge, high speed internet, ample car, bus and truck parking. Comfort Inn—Concord 71 Hall St., Concord 03301 603-226-4100 choicehotels.com/hotel/nh019 [email protected] Common Man Inn & Spa–Plymouth 231 Main St. (Exit 26 off I-93), Plymouth 03264 603-536-2200; 866-the-CMAN [email protected] theCmaninn.com 37 rooms w/options of fireplaces, decks and jacuzzis. Foster’s Boiler Room, Cabin in the Woods, day spa & salon, indoor pool, waterfall hot tub. Continental breakfast, wi-fi & cable TV. Pet-friendly. See ad pages 24 & 57.

You’re welcome!

The MargaTe

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A short walk to marinas and a nice sandy Lake Winnipesaukee beach. A short drive to Ellacoya State Park, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Weirs Beach, and Lake Cruises plus golf, tennis, lake water sports, movies, and 65 shops at Tanger Outlet Center—Tilton. In winter, Gunstock Mt. alpine, XC skiing.

Premier Waterfront Resort Come to The Margate and enjoy all the amenities of a first class lake front resort only 90 minutes north of Boston. 400 Feet of Private Beach Indoor & Outdoor Pools Canoe & Kayak Rentals Oversized Jacuzzi & Fitness Center Gazebo Beach Bar Arcade Game Room Free Continental Breakfast Free WiFi Available

• Patrick’s Pub & Eatery • 58 Spacious Units • 24 Luxury Suites with

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Updated information always: www.lakesregion.org

Swimming • Boating • Hiking • Fishing Biking • Tennis • Activities • Yoga

All-Inclusive

Cottages & Dining! Our lakeside vacation resort is located on beautiful Squam Lake in Holderness, NH.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites / Tilton 75 Tilton Rd., Tilton 03276 603-286-4550 [email protected] hiexpress.com/tiltonnh The perfect destination for business or pleasure, conveniently located off I-93 exit 20. Indoor pool and whirlpool, Wi-Fi, business center, exercise room. Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar. Indian Head Resort Rte. 3 (I-93 Exit 33), Lincoln 03251 603-745-8000; 800-343-8000 indianheadresort.com [email protected] See ad page 65. Inn at Smith Cove 19 Roberts Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-1111 fax: 603-293-7660 innatsmithcove.com An elegant Victorian on Lake Winnipesaukee. Rooms, suites & house rentals (some w/ fireplaces and Jacuzzis), beach, docks. Snowmobilers welcome. All baths private. AC. Free WiFi. Smoking is allowed outside, not inside. No pets. Restaurant discounts.

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Courtyard by Marriott & Grappone Conference Center 70 Constitution Ave., Concord 03301 603-225-0303; 800-321-2211 courtyardconcord.com Days Inn / Campton 1513 US Rte. 3, Campton 03223 Exit 27 off I-93 603-536-3520; 800-370-8666 daysinncampton.com Econolodge Plymouth 304 Main St., Plymouth 03264 603-536-2330 econolodgeplymouth.com Gunstock Inn & Resort 580 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-2021 [email protected] gunstockinn.com Hampton Inn & Suites Tilton 195 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 800-HAMPTON 603-286-3400 Fax: 603-286-3407 hamptoninntiltonhotel.com Conveniently located at Exit 20 off I-93 across from the Tax Free Tanger Outlets. Indoor pool, hot tub, fitness and business center. Complimentary hot breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi and hot beverages 24 hours. Conference space for up to 40! Just a short drive from White Mountains! See ad page 65. Hanover Inn Dartmouth Two Wheelock St., Hanover 03755 603-646-8000 [email protected] hanoverinn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites / Rochester 77 Farmington Rd., Rochester 03867 603-994-1175 hiexpress.com/rochesternh Gateway to the Lakes Region, located off Rte. 16, exit 15. Area attractions include Lake Winnipesaukee and Gunstock Ski Area. Indoor pool, Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, business center, exercise room. Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar.

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On Lake Winnipesaukee!

Free Boat Slips • Beach Bar • 1,000’ of Sandy Beach • Free Live Music Welcome to our quintessential New England Inn On the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee 90 North Main Street, Wolfeboro wolfeboroinn.com | wolfestavern.com 603.569.3016

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603.366.4341 • 888.55.NASWA • naswa.com • 1086 Weirs Blvd.• Laconia, NH 03246 62

Misty Harbor & Barefoot Beach Resort 118 Weirs Rd., Rte. 11B, Gilford 03249 603-293-4500; 800-33-MISTY mistyharbor.com See ad page 58. Mountain Club on Loon 90 Loon Mountain Rd. Lincoln 03251 800-229-7829 www.mtnclub.com Mountain Edge Resort & Spa at Sunapee 1380 Rte. 103, Newbury 03255 603-763-4600; 877-468-3343 [email protected] mountainedgeresort.com Naswa Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-4341; 888-55-NASWA [email protected] www.naswa.com See ad pages 48 & 63. Oliver Lodge on Winnipesaukee 92 Powers Rd., Meredith 03253 603-387-3940 [email protected] www.oliverlodge.com

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Resort amenities include: Indoor heated pool u Saunas & Fitness Center Tennis court u Swim dock on Lake Winnipesaukee Boat slips/moorings available Adjacent to 18-hole golf course 337 South Main Street • PO Box 608 • Wolfeboro, New Hampshire 03894

Purity Spring Resort 1251 Eaton Rd., East Madison 03849 800-373-3754; 603-367-8896 purityspring.com [email protected] See ad page 59. RDC—A Rustic Family Resort on Squam Lake 18 Bacon Rd., Holderness 03245 603-968-3313 rdcsquam.com See ad page 62. Residence Inn by Marriott 91 Hall St., Concord 03301 603-226-0012 residenceinnconcord.com Rodeway Inn 788 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-524-6897 rodewayinn.com/hotel/nh043 No minimum stay. Lake view standard/efficiency rooms, cottages w/Wi-Fi, HBO, A/C, refrigerator, microwave. Free continental breakfast & local calls. Private beach, docks, firepit, laundry, ample parking. Discounted rates for extended stay & groups. Restaurants, shopping near-by. Pets welcome. Tent sites available. Sandy Point Beach Resort, Inc. 190 Mt. Major Hwy., Alton Bay 03810 603-875-6000 [email protected] sandypointbeachresort.com Shalimar on Lake Winnisquam 650 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 (603) 524-1984 [email protected] shalimar-resort.com Silver Sands Motel & Marina Rte. 11B, Gilford 03249 603-293-4481 [email protected] ssmotel.com See ad page 57. Steele Hill Resort 516 Steele Hill Rd, Sanbornton 03269 855-318-4655; 603-524-2690 [email protected] steelehillresorts.com Overlooking spectacular lake views, we offer spacious suites with kitchens and resort amenities including heated indoor pools and an onsite restaurant.

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Lake Opechee Inn and Spa 62 Doris Ray Court, Laconia 03246 603-524-0111; 877-300-5252 [email protected] opecheeinn.com See ad below & page 24. Landmark Inn 480 Main St., Laconia 03246 603-524-8000 [email protected] thelandmarkinn.net Lord Hampshire Motel & Cottages 885 Laconia Rd. (Rte. 3), Winnisquam 03289 603-524-4331 [email protected] LordHampshire.com See ad page 58. Margate on Winnipesaukee 76 Lake St., Laconia 03246 603-524-5210; 888-764-4563 themargate.com [email protected] See ad page 60. Mill Falls at the Lake 312 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-7006; 866-613-8262 [email protected] millfalls.com See ad back cover.

Summit at Four Seasons 177 Mentor Ave., Laconia 03246 855-318-0930; 603-556-7028 [email protected] summitresortnh.com Centrally located near Lake Winnipesaukee we offer heated indoor pools, a full fitness center and spacious 2 bedroom suites with full kitchens. Sunapee Lake Lodge 1403 Rte. 103, Mt. Sunapee 03255 603-763-2010; 1-800-606-5253 [email protected] sunapeelakelodge.com Super 8 Motel / Tilton I-93, Exit 20 behind McDonald’s. Tanger outlet 1/4 mile away. Convenient to golfing, boating, swimming, boating, hiking, fishing & skiing. Newly renovated—HBO, WiFi, refridges, & some microwaves. Complimentary continental breakfast. No pets. 603-286-8882; 1-800-800-8000 [email protected] Super8.com

On the peaceful shores of

Lake Opechee …

Conveniently located off I-93, Exit 20. The Hampton Inn & Suites features indoor pool and spa, fitness room, Clean & Fresh Hampton Bed, 32" LCD HDTV with HBO, local calls, complimentary Wi-Fi, complimentary On the House® hot breakfast, complimentary USA Today ® free coffee and tea in lobby, 24-hour front desk, message, fax service, business center and a meeting room for a charge. 195 Laconia Road Tilton, New Hampshire 03276   603-286-3400 800-HAMPTON hamptoninntiltonhotel.com n

… is the perfect retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation: an Inn like no other. Our 34 individually decorated guest rooms feature fireplaces, and many offer private balconies with lake views and two-person whirlpool baths. Because traveling with friends is always enjoyable, we are a dog-friendly Inn.

Lake Opechee Inn and Spa n 62 Doris Ray Court n Laconia, NH 03246 877.300.5253 n www.OpecheeInn.com n [email protected] 64

Leave the noise and crowds of the city behind …

Exit 33 Off I-93, Lincoln, NH 03251 800-343-8000, [email protected]

… at the Center Harbor Inn, on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee. Close to Weirs Beach, and all area attractions, and just minutes from golf, tennis, hiking, shopping and more! Enjoy boating, waterskiing, swimming, fishing, and sailing on the lake. Rooms feature: Free Wi-Fi Free Continental breakfast Refrigerators Cable TV Private balconies In-room phones Heat/Air conditioning and more! n

Center Harbor Inn on Lake Winnipesaukee 294 Whittier Highway/Rte. 25 n Center Harbor, NH 03226 603-253-4347 n www.centerharborinn.com 65

vacation home rentals

Anchorage at the Lake 725 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-524-3248 [email protected] anchorageatthelake.com See ad page 56. At the Lake Vacation Rentals Moultonboro office: 60 Whittier Hwy., #3 (Rte. 25), Moultonboro 03254 Local 603-253-9871; toll-free 888-359-3858 LakesRegionRentals.com See ad pages 51 & 67.

Bayside Rentals 208 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-677-7022 baysiderentalsnh.com See ad page 67. Channel Waterfront Cottages 1192 Weirs Blvd. (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4673 [email protected] channelcottages.com See ad pages 56 & 57. Inn at Smith Cove on Lake Winnipesaukee 19 Roberts Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-1111 fax: 603-293-7660 innatsmithcove.com See ad page 63. Loon Reservation Service 264 Main St. #12, Lincoln 03251 603-745-5666; 800-745-5666 [email protected] loonres.com Maxfield Real Estate Center Harbor: 877-705-2424; Wolfeboro: 800-726-0480; Alton: 800-871-5687 MaxfieldRealEstate.com See ad page 50. Preferred Vacation Rentals 603-253-7811 or 877-525-3764 34 Whittier Hwy. Moultonborough 03254 Authentic NH Vacations! Your true NH vacation begins with a place of your own. A Preferred Vacation Home, cottage, or lakeside condo offers all the comforts of home with the amenities of a resort. PreferredRentals.com See ad pages 50 & 58. Sunny Slope Farm 118 Old Wolfeboro Rd., Alton 03809 603-875-7562 [email protected] SunnySlopeFarmNH.com Vacation Home Rentals–Lake Winnipesaukee Rte 3, Paugus Bay, Laconia 03247 978-618-1501 [email protected] lakesregion.org/vhr Condos and single town houses, weekend, weekday or weekly rentals. 1-4 bdrm. Beach access, full kitchens, decks overlooking Paugus Bay. 5 minutes to Weirs Beach, attractions and tax-free shopping.

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott 14 Sawmill Rd., Gilford 03249 603-524-5533; 800-MARRIOTT [email protected] marriott.com/mhtgf See ad page 58. Valley Inn 17 Tecumseh Rd., Waterville Valley 03215 603-236-8425; 800-343-0969 [email protected] valleyinn.com Village of Winnipesaukee 243 Endicott St. N., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-4878 [email protected] vwtoa.com Spacious fully-equipped 2 & 3 bedroom, 2 bath vacation condos in the heart of Weirs Beach. Full size kitchens, AC, pool, tennis, and kids play area. Weeks for sale starting at $999. Some fireplace units, walk to Weirs Beach. See ad page 31. Waterville Valley Resort PO Box 365, Waterville Valley 03215 1-800-GO-VALLEY (468-2553) [email protected] visitwatervillevalley.com See ad page 63. Windrifter Resort 337 So. Main St., Wolfeboro, 03894 603-569-1323 [email protected] windrifterresort.com See ad page 64. The Wolfeboro Inn 90 N Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-3016; 800-451-2389 [email protected] wolfeboroinn.com See ad page 62.

208 Daniel Webster Highway • Meredith, NH 03253

Vacation Home Rentals in The Lakes Region of NH

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Where to

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Chocorua Camping Village KOA Holiday Rte. 16, 3 mi north of Jct. 25W / 893 White Mtn. Hwy., Chocurua, 03886 Reservations: 1-800-562-9855; Info: 603-323-8536 chocoruacamping.com Award-winning, scenic, full-service family campground. Beach, pool, dog park, boating, fishing, hiking, biking, themed weekends, planned activities & more. KOA Holiday and KOA President’s Award 2013 Clearwater Campground Rte. 104, Meredith 03253 603-279-7761; 800-595-7761 [email protected] ClearwaterCampground.com Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort 196 Shawtown Rd., Freedom, NH 03836 603-539-2069 [email protected] danforthbay.com See ad page 68.

Gunstock Mountain Resort 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford 03249 1-800-GUNSTOCK (486-7862); 603-293-4341 [email protected] gunstock.com See ad below and pages 4 & 22. Harbor Hill Camping Area 189 NH State Rte. 25, Meredith 03253 603-279-6910 [email protected] hhcamp.com Lake Forest Resort Great East Lake, 150 Dearborn Rd., East Wakefield 03830 603-522-3306 lakeforestrvresort.com Lake Ivanhoe Inn & Campground 631 Acton Ridge Rd., E Wakefield 03830 603-522-8824 [email protected] lakeivanhoe.com Long Island Bridge Campground, LLC 29 Long Island Rd., Moultonboro 03254 603-253-6053 [email protected] longislandbridgecampgroundnh.com

The Bluffs at Danforth Bay 196 Shawtown Rd.,   Freedom 03836 603-539-2069 [email protected] nhrvresort.com See ad below. Branch Brook Campground Rte. 49 / PO Box 390, Campton 03223 603-726-7001 [email protected] campnh.com omot

AMC Cardigan Lodge 774 Shem Valley Rd., Alexandria 03222 603-466-2727; [email protected] outdoors.org Ames Brook Campground 104 Winona Rd., Ashland 03217 603-968-7998 [email protected] amesbrook.com Anchorage at the Lake 725 Laconia Rd., Tilton 03276 603-524-3248 [email protected] anchorageatthelake.com See ad page 56.

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CAMPING DONE RIGHT!

We have two RV resorts!

since 1937

...one for the young, and one for the young at heart!

One of NH’s top camping and RV destinations with over 300 large natural sites spread over 150 acres.

A seasonal and extended-stay RV resort, designed exclusively for adults over fifty.

DanforthBay.com

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Get back to nature at Gunstock. Features full service campsites to let you relax, unwind & camp out in comfort. Nestled on over 2000 wooded acres, surrounded by quiet trails & on the grounds of Gunstock Mountain Adventure Park.

Located between the White Mountains and the Lakes Region of NH Freedom, NH (603) 539-2069 [email protected] 68

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Meredith Woods 4 Season Camping Area Rte. 104, Meredith 03253 603-279-5449; 800-848-0328 [email protected] meredithwoods.com Owls Landing Campground 245 US Rte. 3, Holderness 03245 603-279-6266 [email protected] owlslanding.com Pine Hollow Campground 656 N. Endicott St. (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 summer: 603-366-2222; winter: 508-647-1966 pinehollowcampground.com [email protected] See ad below. Roberts Knoll Campground 1439 Wolfeboro Hwy., Alton 03809 603-875-6388 [email protected] robertsknollcampground.com

Silver Lake Park Campground & Cabins 389 Jamestown Rd., Belmont 03220 603-524-6289 [email protected] silverlakeparkcampground.com Tamworth Camping Area 194 Depot Rd., Tamworth 03886 603-323-8031; 800-274-8031 [email protected] tamworthcamping.com Terrace Pines Campground 1 Terrace Pines Rd., Center Ossipee 03814 603-539-6210 [email protected] terracepines.com Turtle Kraal RV Park 14 Fox Trot Loop, Alton 03809 603-855-2377 [email protected] turtlekraalrvpark.com Twin Tamarack Family Camping Twin Tamarack Rd., New Hampton 03256 603-279-4387 [email protected] twintamarackcampground.com White Mountain National Forest Campgrounds ProSport, Inc., Information: 888-CAMPS-NH campsnh.com See ad this page. Willey Brook Campground 883 Center St./Rte. 28, Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-9493 willeybrookcampground.com Wolfeboro Campground 61 Haines Hill Rd., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-9881 wolfeborocampground.com See ad page 28. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Rte. 132N, Ashland 03217 603-968-9000 jellystonenh.com

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1091 Union Avenue • Laconia, NH 03246 • 603-528-0838 • lakesidefamousroastbeef.com

22 campgrounds … … all in the White Mountain National Forest. For more information, call 1-888-CAMPS-NH. Southern White Mountain Campgrounds

Waterville Valley (R)  Osceola Vista (R) Tripoli Road Dispersed Camping  Russell Pond kancamagus east & west Campgrounds

Wildwood  Hancock  Big Rock  Passaconaway  Jigger Johnson Covered Bridge (R)  Blackberry Crossing  White Ledge (R) zealand valley Campgrounds

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northern presidential Campgrounds

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Dolly Copp (R)

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Barnes Field Group (R)

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South Pond Recreational Area

evans notch Campgrounds

Hastings (R)

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Wild River

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Cold River (R)

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Basin (R)

Complete Information: www.campsnh.com

Pine Hollow Campground open mid-may–columbus day

Family camping at its best!

1 mile from Weirs Beach–right across from FunSpot and Monkey Trunks Ziplines!

“Everything made from scratch.” Now there’s something you don’t hear in too many restaurants these days. But at the 405, they’re the words we live by. Got an itch for some real New American fare? C’mon in—we’ll scratch it.

n Nestled in the pines, yet an abundance of activities for everyone surround us! n Full hookups, 30 amp, pool, cable, internet/wireless, campfires, new bath house, laundry, ice and wood n Campsites available by the day, week, month or season

Summer: 603-366-2222 Winter: 508-647-1966 • www.pinehollowcampground.com • [email protected] 70

405 Union Avenue

Laconia, New Hampshire

603.524.8405

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