HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt.
Newbury, Orange County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt. This historic 105 year-old, luxuriously renovated stone barn accommodates at least 22 guests comfortably. On the main floor you will find a great room with a double-sided stone fireplace flanked by several couches, several comfortable chairs, a 100+ yr old card table for card games/checkers/chess, large kitchen and di...
HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt. This historic 105 year-old, luxuriously renovated stone barn accommodates at least 22 guests comfortably. On the main floor you will find a great room with a double-sided stone fireplace flanked by several couches, several comfortable chairs, a 100+ yr old card table for card games/checkers/chess, large kitchen and dining area complete with rustic pizza oven and dumb waiter, children's play area, library, powder room and two master suites. Climb the spiral stairs inside the silo to the observatory and do some spectacular star gazing or catch the weekly summer fireworks display over Lake Sunapee. On the lower level, enjoy the Rec room with large screen HDTV, foosball table, full wet bar and the remaining 5 bedrooms, including 2 bunk rooms with 10 beds. The property is over 3 acres of meadow, lawn, courtyard and woods. Note: Guests are required to bring sheets and towels unless they request linen service, which has an extra fee.The kids love to pick flowers in the meadow, climb huge boulders, make forts along the stone walls, build fairy houses in the woods, search for wildlife - and we have plenty! Fox, porcupines, fishers, turkeys, deer, ground hogs, and a rare black bear if outside trash isn't closed! And then there is stargazing from the 360 degree look-out tower at the top of the silo, which also has a small walk-out balcony.The Barn is less than a half mile from: (a) the John Hay Estate at the Fells (National Wildlife Refuge) with nature trails for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, as well as the historic house, gardens, art gallery; and (b) Sunset Hill Trail (moderate 2.4 mile hike). Public beach in Newbury is 3 min away. You can access Lake Sunapee at Newbury Harbor which is 1 mile down the road. There is a dock to jump off and small swimming area perfect for young kids with Bubba's Restaurant and ice cream shop across the street. Mt Sunapee is 6 min, for winter skiing or summer adventure park (mountain biking, zipline, disc golf). 5 min to Baker Hill Golf Club. 13 min to Sargent's Marina (motor boat rentals on Lake Sunapee). 8 min to Mt Sunapee State Park, which has a state beach, concession stand, and kids playground.Seasonal Activities: During summer you will enjoy the property's views, decks and meadow. There are lots of fun family activities to enjoy in the area - from antique fairs to outdoor concerts, farmers markets to dinner cruises, amusement parks to sandy beaches - there is plenty to do in this pristine area of New England.Autumn, of course, brings us some of the most beautiful scenery in the states. New England foliage in October is a must-see. We suggest riding the quad up Mount Sunapee and taking in a spectacular display of color and beauty. From there you can hike to peaceful Lake Solitude. Sunapee has opened an exciting adventure park with zip lines, ropes course and Segway tours.History Buffs: Well Sweep farm was part of the original Estate of John Milton Hay, an American statesman whose career in government stretched over almost half a century. He began as a private secretary and assistant to Abraham Lincoln, later became Ambassador to Great Britain, and his highest office was United States Secretary of State under Presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt. His son Clarence inherited the property in 1905 when John passed away. Clarence and Alice Hay used the farm with their children for the next 40 or so years, commissioning famed NY architect Prentice Sanger to design the fieldstone Barn and Milkhouse, which were built from 1912-1916. Although their farmhouse on the property is gone, some of its stone foundation still exists and frames a sunken, stone-walled courtyard that is perfect for picnics, small events, and lawn games. Cows, goats, oxen, and mules were housed here in the Barn, while orchards supplied fruit, and maple trees provided an annual harvest of syrup. The Barn and Milkhouse were converted to residences from 2005-2008, and from the stones to the soaring scissor trusses, the overwhelming majority of the 100+ year-old structures were retained.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Golf
- Ski & snowboard
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- Video games
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
- Music library
- Game room
- Foosball
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Lake
- Mountain
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Theme parks
- Water parks
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Spelunking
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Game room
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
- Mountain view
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- 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
About the area
Newbury
Located in Newbury, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at John Hay National Wildlife Refuge and Pillsbury State Park, while New London Historical Society and New London Barn Playhouse are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Bayberry Barn Christmas Shop and Jennifer Mitchell / JemGlass Studio. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- John Hay National Wildlife Refuge 1 min walk
- The Fells 9 min walk
- Lake Sunapee 10 min walk
- Mount Sunapee State Park 4 min drive
- Colby-Sawyer College 13 min drive
Getting around
- Claremont Station 35 min drive
- Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) 39 min drive
Restaurants
- Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grille 12 min drive
- Bubba's Bar & Grille 3 min drive
- Goosefeathers Pub 9 min drive
- Tuckers 13 min drive
- Millstone Restaurant 12 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is HISTORIC, RENOVATED BARN w/ Mt. SUNAPEE VIEW, SLEEPS 22+, Minutes to Lake / Mt. located?
This family-friendly Newbury holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of John Hay National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Sunapee and The Fells. Pillsbury State Park and Mount Sunapee State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).