Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2122 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Newport, NH

Connecticut Lakes Region13 min walk
Newport Historical Society13 min walk
Newport Golf Club16 min walk
Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)70 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Space is exactly as pictured, if not better! Property owner was very helpful with area attractions/restaurants/recommen...

Sarah S.

Mar 2, 2020

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

⭐ Historic & Unique Lodge...Minutes To The Winter Fun of Mount Sunapee! ⭐ 🎿

A unique & historic 1912 lodge, all original with modern comforts in the heart of the Dartmouth- Sunapee region. Ideal for couples looking for a romantic getaway or ski vacation. We live right next door, so we are always available. We do not allow visitors on the property at any time. Walking distance to quaint downtown area.

Before you book, please take the time to read through the rules and the full description below to make sure the space works for you.

LGBT friendly. Pet-free, smoking/smoker free. Maximum occupancy of 2. Minimum age of adults renting the space is 25. Families with teenagers (13+ welcome). The space isn't suitable for children. Guests/visitors aren't allowed at any time.

90 minutes from Boston & just 5 miles from the summer fun of Lake Sunapee & Mount Sunapee, the 'Lodge' is a truly unique space with timeless and upscale accommodations that make this far more than your traditional rental destination! Located at the historic estate and summer residence of 2-term New Hampshire Governor Francis P. Murphy, we provide a rustic, yet romantic retreat.

A comfortable sectional sofa with chaise is parked in front of an entertainment center: LED television with surround sound CD/DVD/Stereo. As there is so much to do, see & enjoy in the Dartmouth-Sunapee Region, we don't provide cable (it's supposed to be a vacation after all!)

An oversized field-stone fireplace with twin leather pub chairs awaits the weary traveler or skier. Twin bookcases with Tiffany lamps are filled with books, games and distractions for when you just want to hang out.

When you're ready to cook, the kitchen at the Lodge has everything you need. This original and virtually unchanged turn of the century kitchen features original built-ins with modern electric stove and oven. Full-sized refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot and anything else you'll need. A farm style table sits beneath trendy Edison light bulbs for cards, games or meals.

After a day on the road, at the lake or on the slopes, you'll enjoy Governor Murphy's 'Locker Room', with a large walk-in 2-person shower.

Lastly, when you're ready to crash, the Master Bedroom features a large king size sleigh bed with 1000 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, goose down comforter, and tons of pillows. There is a folding twin cot available by request. There is an air conditioner in the bedroom only for comfortable nighttime sleeping. There is also a white noise machine as well.

This is as close to a truly classic lodge as you'll find this side of the White Mountains with history that we've worked to make comfortable for anyone. We hope you'll love it as much as we do!

Guests have full access to the grounds. Your caretakers Ken & Travis are always available to answer questions, offer advice for activities or the best place to grab a bite.

ABOUT THE AREA
The Murphy Estate is located right off the General Stark Highway and is centrally located in the heart of the Lake Sunapee from the slopes of Mount Sunapee or the harbor of Lake Sunapee. Though we are close to all activities and town, we're tucked away on a quiet side street, surrounded by woods (don't be shocked to see young deer running around the back yard). It's peaceful, quiet and very private. If you bring a mountain bike you can bike right down the street and hit the rail amazing stretch between here and Claremont with ponds, wildlife and covered bridges.

Downhill skiers will love Mt. Mt. Ascutney and Okemo close by. Golfers will love Newport's Golf Course. Gaudens historic site nearby. Reconstructed Fort #4 offers historical reenactments and colonial-style Thanksgiving Dinner. Gourmet dining on Lake Sunapee, New London, Lebanon and Hanover. Hopkins Center and Dartmouth College 50 min. Horseback Riding and Blueberry Picking nearby, Bird Watching, Sledding, Walking, of things to do!

There are no public transit systems nearby, however the Amtrak station is located nearby in Claremont. Car is necessary. 2+ hours from Boston. Bus stations in New London, Claremont, or Lebanon. Nearest airport: Manchester.

POLICIES & TERMS
We've worked tirelessly to both restore this amazing home and share it with others. Enjoy it, love it, but please treat it with respect. Don't treat it like your home, please treat it like our home.

Though we love pets... we cannot allow them. However, there are some fantastic places to leave cats or dogs nearby that are highly rated.

Because of the historic, irreplaceable nature of the property, we have a firm no smoking policy and cannot accommodate smokers. No smoking is allowed in the house or anywhere on the grounds. A firm $500 cleaning fee will be assessed for any smoking detected. Any smoking on the grounds is cause to cancel the rental with no refunds.

Maximum allowed stay of 14 days.

Property manager

Kenneth Vigue

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Not suitable for children

Events

No events allowed

Parties/events are not allowed.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in the house or on the grounds.

Non-paying, non-staying visitors are not allowed. Maximum occupancy of 2.

Maximum length of stay is 7 days.

Not suitable for children (under 13).

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Parties/events are not allowed.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this holiday home is in the city centre. Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church and The Fells are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Newport Golf Club and Sunapee Harbor. North Country Smokehouse and Maple Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Newport, NH

What's nearby

Newport Health Center - 6 min walk
Connecticut Lakes Region - 13 min walk
Newport Historical Society - 13 min walk
Newport Golf Club - 16 min walk
Lake Sunapee - 13 min drive

Getting around

Claremont Station - 20 min drive
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Salt Hill Pub - ‬12 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ⭐ Historic & Unique Lodge...Minutes To The Winter Fun of Mount Sunapee! ⭐ 🎿 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⭐ Historic & Unique Lodge...Minutes To The Winter Fun of Mount Sunapee! ⭐ 🎿?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⭐ Historic & Unique Lodge...Minutes To The Winter Fun of Mount Sunapee! ⭐ 🎿?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⭐ Historic & Unique Lodge...Minutes To The Winter Fun of Mount Sunapee! ⭐ 🎿 located?

Located in the heart of Newport, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Newport Health Center, Connecticut Lakes Region and Newport Historical Society. Newport Golf Club is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

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9.6/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

2 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect romantic retreat!

Space is exactly as pictured, if not better! Property owner was very helpful with area attractions/restaurants/recommendations. Communication before check in, at check in and check out. The bed!!!!!!! Probably the single most comfortable bed we've ever slept on. Spotless and beautifully furnished and decorated. Such close attention to detail and the history of the lodge. So many nice touches from snacks to coffee. They have thought of everything! Many things I wouldn't expect from a homeaway (tylenol, lint roller, shampoo, lotion, etc.) Cannot wait to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

27 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This rental was awesome!! Very clean and nicely decorated!!

This rental was awesome!! My wife and I went to New Hampshire for a getaway weekend in February and had a great time. Ken, the owner was very nice and helpful with some information on where to go around town. Communication through the homeaway.com was easy. The rental is very spacious and the bed is a king size and very comfortable!! We loved this place and will be returning to rent in the future. Thanks Ken!! Crystal and Jeff

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Russ W.

18 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot!

I can’t say enough about how great our experience was at The Lodge! The property is just as pictured in their add. Kenneth has everything you need to be comfortable from coffee to pain relievers, he has the place ready. The location was perfect for us as we went on day trips to Vermont and Maine. We will gladly stay here again when we return.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

25 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Quiet Retreat

Ken and Travis were great to deal with. Ken checked us in and gave us a tour of the lodge. He explained some of the recent renovations which they have done a great job with. The furniture was very nice and the bed was one of the most comfortable that we have come across. We appreciated all the little extras they provided including coffee, cream, bottled water and basics in the kitchen, which had everything you need to prepare a meal. Ken gave us several suggestions on dining options as well as area activities. We really enjoyed the boat cruise on nearby Lake Sunapee. The Lodge is immaculate, spacious, well appointed with a nice balance of old and new and we highly recommend staying with them. It really could not have been any better.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

7 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

Kenneth was extremely informative and helpful with attractions around the area, quick response back to me, etc...

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bob G., Erie, PA

27 Oct 2018

A wonderful stay

Beautiful place.. Friendly and very helpful hosts.. Close to Sunapee .. the fells.. shopping.. or just staying in and relaxing..

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristene P., Billerica, MA, USA

5 Sept 2018

Beautiful property that comes with EVERYTHING you could need!

In booking the property, I went back and forth via messager on VRBO with Kenneth with questions about the property and the area as we were going up for a wedding. He always got back to me right away. In fact, friends of ours needed a place to stay in the area and Kenneth went above & beyond by giving me the names of places close by that would rent to them for just a night (given it was Labor Day Weekend I was concerned they wouldn't be able to find a place for just one night). They even lucked out with his suggestions! Kenneth greeted us upon our arrival at the lodge and took us through the property to be sure we had everything we needed, right down to some things to start us off in the fridge! The place is immaculate. They've done an amazing job restoring the lodge back to it's original look. It's beautiful. The living/dining area is a very large, open concept room with a high ceiling and unique lighting. It has a large stone fireplace that I imagine would be amazing in the winter. A large leather sectional and a smart TV were cozy for the evening catching up on Netflix, Hulu, or a DVD (there is no cable). The bathroom has a large, walk-in 2 person shower and all the linens you would need including comfy white robes for after your shower! The kitchen is quaint and also has everything you would need including k-cups for the Keurig and snacks provided on the counter! The bedroom is quite large with several windows to provide natural light. The bed is, by far, the MOST COMFORTABLE BED we've ever slept on!! Linens are provided. The living area and the bedroom both had A/C's in the windows, which definitely cooled the place down nicely as the days were warm while we were there. As hosts, they were great and very considerate. They live in the main house next door on the property so are very accessible if you need anything (we didn't need a thing though). We were checking out on a Monday morning, but on Sunday evening Kenneth reached out to me that he wanted to use the lawnmower Monday morning around 9am (check-out is 10am), but wanted to make sure that it wouldn't disturb us at that time. We were really impressed with their hospitality! Lastly, the location is great. Close by to restaurants, gas, RiteAid, Shaws, NH Liquor Outlet and many other stores and shops. Very convenient! So, if you're looking for a place in the Sunapee area where all you have to do is show up, this is it!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

15 Aug 2018

Hospitality Done Right! Comfortable, Rustic & Relaxing Accommodations Near Many Great Destinations

Not to be missed! If you'll be staying in the Lake Sunapee/New London area, you should definitely stay at this gem of a place. Somehow managing to make an historic lodge ultra comfortable, your hosts spare no amenity to make your time in this quiet, charming, and inviting retreat an experience you'll remember for a long time. Stylishly decked out with many cool and retro touches, the highlights for me were the supremely comfortable (and huge!) bed, the giant double shower (with excellent water pressure), and the overall feeling of being utterly "at home" while on vacation. Everything you could possibly need is provided, and the proprietors are thoughtful and kind hosts who go out of their way - before and during your stay - to make sure you'll enjoy your visit to the fullest. Anything you'd want to visit in the vicinity is only a short drive away, and there is a conveniently close-by shopping plaza with a supermarket. It's a shame that I could only rate on a 5-star scale...this jewel of a getaway deserves 10 out of 5 stars. I don't go many places more than once, but I will return here for sure. Thanks for a truly marvelous time!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

8 May 2018

Historic New Hampshire Gem!

We were travelling from Canada to attend our son's college graduation in New Hampshire and wanted to ensure the weekend was extra special, creating lasting memories worthy of the occasion. We were so glad to find The Lodge, and just knew this historic location would offer so much more than your average accommodation. As soon as we arrived we knew how special it was. The beautifully and lovingly restored space featured gleaming hardwood floors, an incredible river rock hearth, luxurious bed and bathroom, exquisite furnishings and decorating - everything was picture-perfect. Our hosts made sure we were comfortable, even setting up a crackling fire for us each night. Beautiful birdsong each morning, watching squirrels from the kitchen window, ambient hearth, sumptuous bathrobes - just a few extraordinary elements of our stay. The Lodge feels like it's in a private forest oasis, yet is close to everything. It exudes New England history, and we felt like we were eavesdropping time travellers (only with the advantages of modern amenities). Comfortable, pristine, and truly special, The Lodge offered us absolutely everything we were hoping for, and created memories which will last a lifetime. We look forward to returning soon!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carmen Maria N.

15 Oct 2014

Hidden gem, much more than a vacation rental

This place is beautiful. My husband and I went for a romantic weekend and it was perfect. The best night of sleep in a great new bed. The place has a lot of character and it has been completely restored. Our hosts were wonderful, they treated us like family and made a delicious breakfast sources locally. They will spoil you as if you were in a 5 star hotel. There is not much to do in the town so you definitely need a car but it's a quick drive to lake Sunappe and other cool areas nearby. Travis, Ken, thank you so much! Our stay was perfect thanks to you both! Hope to come back!

About the host

Hosted by Kenneth Vigue

Your hosts Travis and Ken have been restoring this property back to its original splendor and all of monies generated go directly back into the restoration of the estate.

When not entertaining guests, we travel and enjoy the countless farms and farmer's markets available in the area in the summer months. We're gracious, accommodating and enjoy meeting others. We enjoy history, antiquing, British comedies, cooking, baking and road tripping.

Why they chose this property

The Murphy Estate dates back to the early 1800's when it was the Kelsey/Herrick farm. In 1913's, the founder of Thom McAnn shoes and New Hampshire WMUR TV & Radio station and 2 term New Hampshire Governor Francis P. Murphy renovated and expanded the property into a summer estate for his family. Since then it has been relatively many of the amazing and unique architecture and elements from this period survived. If you love history and the charm of a true is as close as you'll come this side of the White Mountains!