CARLSON'S LODGE

Carlson's Lodge offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a view of the mountains, surrounded by a fence for safety. Guests have access to a games room equipped with billiards, table tennis, and shuffleboard, plus an outdoor fireplace and BBQ facilities. The property sits on 50 wooded acres with a sun terrace, picnic area, and garden maintained by the owners.

Each family room includes air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. Select rooms offer kitchenettes for longer stays, with a coffee machine and free toiletries provided. The hotel marks beds as soft or firm, and the whole building runs on solar energy.

The lodge is 25 km from Franconia Notch State Park and 42 km from Loon Mountain, with easy access to Mount Washington's Cog Railway. Silver And Flume Cascades are 14 km away, and Weathervane Theatre is 18 km away. The property is also close to Bretton Woods and Cannon Mountain for skiing.

Children have access to an outdoor playground and board games in the lobby. The games room provides ping pong, billiards, and shuffleboard for all ages. Seasonal decorations and holiday events are organized by the owners to create festive experiences.

This is a three-generation family-run business, with the current owners Carol and Will providing personal touches. The lodge features Swedish flag-themed shutters and a retro landline phone for check-in. Guests enjoy a secluded location on 50 wooded acres, offering privacy and quiet.

Location: 25 km from Franconia Notch, 14 km from Silver And Flume Cascades

Rooms: Family rooms with kitchenettes and solar energy

Amenities: Seasonal outdoor pool, games room with billiards and table tennis

Family: Outdoor playground, board games, holiday events

Unique: Three-generation family run, Swedish flag shutters