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The Franconia Inn, situated on 107 acres
in New Hampshire's Easton Valley, affords a breathtaking view
of Mount Lafayette, Franconia Notch, and the Franconia and
Kinsman Ranges of the White Mountains. 
Originally built in 1868, the New England
Inn was destroyed by fire in 1934, then rebuilt by 300
craftsmen in 90 days. The Inn has been in constant service
since that time. The decor is comfortable and inviting,
evident in the oak paneled private library and spacious living
room that feature active, handsome fireplaces. There are two
dining rooms: the first is small and intimate with its own
fireplace; the other, having a Bermuda ceiling, is airy and
boisterous. The Inn's dining room is the centerpiece, where
unpretentious elegance is the rule, not the exception. Diners
seated at tables with flickering candles view the White
Mountain landscape through dozens of small-paned windows. Soft
tones of Mozart and Bach set the pace for a leisurely dinner
of "Elegant American Cuisine."
The 35 guest rooms, recently renovated, are
decorated simply yet beautifully, and all have private baths.
Most lodging accommodations have double-size beds, but many
have queen- or king-size beds. Families and close friends may
prefer a "Family Suite" -- two rooms connected by
one common bath. The "Inn Suite" includes a bedroom
with a queen bed and a living room with a fireplace and a
balcony. A "Honeymoon Suite" with Jacuzzi tub is
also available. For those who wish a little more privacy and
perhaps an extended stay, the three-bedroom, two-bath "Innkeeper's
Cottage" sleeps up to eight people. A kitchen, mountain
views, and daily housekeeping make this vacation rental a
wonderful escape.
The Inn also boasts two porches: the front
porch faces east -- sunrise over Cannon Mountain. The back
porch faces west -- the sun sets behind Sugar Hill. Downstairs
is the Rathskeller Lounge, movie room, Jacuzzi, and game room.
The goal at the Franconia Inn is to offer
quality service in an informal atmosphere. The special
attention offered guests makes their stay one to remember.
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On the Premises:
Spring/Summer/Fall
Four Clay Tennis Courts
Heated Outdoor Pool
Fishing
Swimming in the Ham Branch stream
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Croquet
Badminton
Outdoor Jacuzzi
Horseback Riding
Soaring Center (glider rides)
Winter:
X-C Ski Center and 65km of trails
Shoeshoeing
Ice Skating
Snow Tubing
Sleigh Rides
All Year:
Nightly Movies
Board Games
Ratheskeller Lounge with fireplace
Dining
Neaby:
5 Golf Courses
Echo Lake
5 Ski resorts
Cog Ski Train
Snowmobile Trails
Ice Fishing
White Mountain National Forest
Antiquing & Shopping,
Theater & Dining |
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