Location: Bartlett, White Mountains, New Hampshire, USA (Minutes from Storyland, Diana's Baths, Saco River & Attitash) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 7-9)
Keywords: House
Welcome to the Humphrey’s Ledge Mountain Retreat. Situated on 1.7 secluded acres just 3 miles from the center of No. Conway and minutes from Storyland, Diana's Baths, Attitash and Saco River swimming. Relax and feel the difference in this beautiful contemporary house with cathedral ceilings and spectacular views from both inside and out.
Watch rock climbers on Humphrey’s Ledge, sunsets over Mt Kearsarge and the Saco River, and peregrine falcons soaring above the 3 decks. 1.7 acres includes flower gardens and picnic area. It backs up against National Forest land with woods just waiting to be explored.
House is “child friendly” with play areas both inside and out including large sandbox. Decks have child safety gates. Lots of private spaces for multi generation families. Large master bedroom on the ground floor is perfect for elderly parents or for setting up extra infant beds. Kitchen stocked with quality cookware leads to open living room and dining room with skylights and large windows facing the mountain views. This house has a very special warm, cozy ambiance.
Family/rec room with cable TV (75 channels upstairs and down), DVD, VCR, Ping-Pong, toddler play area. Wi-Fi throughout the house. Second home for owner so tastefully appointed with pictures and travel momentos. Minimum $300 security deposit.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer and dryer are in the house and used only by the renters.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : All sheets, blankets, towels are provided.
- Garage : Heated garage available for long term rentals.
- Off Street Parking : House is located off a quiet private road. Parking is available for several cars.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Room only for a small RV, boat, snowmobile trailer.
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed : 2 bedrooms have queen beds. Master bedroom is 14" by 22.
- Twin/Single Bed : Single bed is in the bunk room. Room sleeps 3.
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed : Queen Sofa Couch is in the living room. Sheets, pillow, and blankets are provided.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Tub for 2 has a skylight and window with view of the mountains.
- Cable/Satellite TV : 74 cable stations are available including all ESPN and NESN.
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Kitchen is well equipped with dishes to serve 12. Basic condiments and spices are provided.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Large deck faces mountains and Humphrey's Ledge. Patio table and chairs provide a comfortable place to eat, read a book, or watch the rock climbers.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : House is at the end of a private road on a small hill and abuts National Forest land. Grand views of Mt. Kearsarge, the Saco River, and Humphrey's Ledge.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 3 FLOORS - All with private areas - KEEP THE ADULTS AND KIDS HAPPY. GROUND FLOOR: Master Bedroom (22' X 12') with 2 room bathroom (double sinks, shower and Jacuzzi tub) and separate outside entrance. Ample space for portable child's beds & convenient for elderly parents. Large decks attached to each entranceway. UPSTAIRS: Queen bedroom with skylight. Bunk room with 3 single beds. Small library and game area. Balcony with desk & mountain views. Bathroom with combo shower/tub. BASEMENT: RECREATION/FAMILY ROOM: Game table and chairs. Ping Pong. Many child and adult games. Separate play area for toddlers with playhouse, stuffed animals, and toys to discover. Racks for skis and camping equipment.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Indoor and Outdoor play areas make it easy for all members of the family to enjoy the New Hampshire vacation experience. House is child friendly.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Require a minimum age of 25 for adults. Some exceptions may apply. Please call for details.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- FAMILY ORIENTED - CHILD FRIENDLY: MULTI GENERATIONS & MULTI FAMILIES: Many New England families use Humphrey's Ledge as a meeting place for family/friends living in different parts of the country. Brothers/sisters, parents and grandparents enjoy the NH mountains together. Last year families came from California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania as well as Maine, VT, RI and NH. CHILD FRIENDLY: Gates protect all decks and stairways. Caps on outlets. Inside/Outside play areas. Tons of toys, games and play equipment-the sandbox is a favorite. Near Storyland. Special 'on site' child entertaining services possible with advance notice. The owner loves children and enjoys engaging children in games, arts and crafts, and nature walks. EUROPEAN & CANADIAN FAMILIES: we delight in sharing our home with international guests. Last year European guests came from the UK, Scotland and Switzerland, Canadians from Montreal and Ottawa. Bring an extra suitcase for shopping
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Security Deposit Minimum of $300 is required plus 9% NH tax
Weekend Rate .. $ 450-$750/weekend. Monthly Rate: $1500 -$2500.
Weekly Rate ... $ 950-$1300/week. Peak Season: JUL, AUG, Holidays
Discounts for: Small Families, Multiple Week Stays, and Returning Guests
Rates Vary Based on several factors: PLEASE DISCUSS RATES DIRECTLY WITH OWNER
Companion Rental Apartment on Property - Call for Info and Rates.
Spring & Fall=low rates with peace & quiet in the mountains.
Seasonal rental will be considered for winter 2011/12.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Humphrey's Ledge Mountain House-Vacation with a View-Storyland
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Bartlett
Our decision to buy a vacation home in the White Mountains of New Hampshire started with extensive visits to all the New England states and sites of interest. We chose the Mt. Washington Valley because it is not only a year round recreation mecca, but is also centrally located between Maine and Vermont. We are 70 miles from the Maine's rocky coast and only an hour away from Vermont's rolling green hills. In addition, with the mix of outdoor recreation with cultural events such as plays, concerts we don't miss the busy urban environment we left behind.
Waterfalls cascade down the river creating natural water pools excellent for swimming and wading. Children of all ages just love it!
Restaurants, quaint shops, train rides, Weather Discovery Center, park & children's playground, golf course and local craft shows and theater events. Mt. Cranmore ski, tennis, swim/recreational club s
Park with picnic tables and sandy beach. Shallow water is great for young children. Great views of White Horse Ledge from the beach.
Favorite among families with children ages 2 to 8. A small version of Disneyland right here in the Valley. The authentic circus is a hit along with train, dozens of amusement rides, children's shows,
Owner's Map of Bartlett
Welcome to the Mt Washington Valley and Humphrey's Ledge Mt House.
Sam and I have traveled all over the US and many parts of the World, but always loved to come back to the White Mountains of New Hampshire. For 20 years we traveled to this NH wonderland from Massachusetts on weekends to hike, ski, canoe and bike. We couldn't wait to retire and settle here permanently. We just love the mountains (especially the fall colors), the rivers, lakes and the friendly community. With our weekend house now our rental house, we get to enjoy visitors from all over the US and Europe. We hope you will enjoy all the area has to offer. Just ask us for some travel tips!
Birdy and Sam, Bartlett, New Hampshire
Property Photos
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- Front Deck and Dining Room Windows - North Conway Vacation Rentals
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- Humphrey's Ledge-Watch the Rock Climbers from the Deck - North Conway Vacation Rentals
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- Dining Room with Sky Lights - North Conway Vacation Rentals
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- Living Room with Cathedral Ceilings and 2 Story Windows
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- Fully Equipped Kitchen with Skylights
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- Master Bedroom with Doorway to Jacuzzi Tub
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- Deck with View of Mt. Kearsarge
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- Upstairs Bedroom with Queen Bed
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- Game/Craft Table Next to Ping Pong Table in Rec. Room
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- Enjoying the Sandbox
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- Parking area, garage and companion apartment
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- Autumn Majesty in the White Mountains
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- Diana's Baths - popular wading and exploring area only half mile away.
Traveler Reviews (26)
A great family holiday home
Guest: ChrisyT
(Aberdeen, Scotland, UK)
Date of Stay: 05/23/09
Review Submitted: 06/10/09
We had a great week at the house. It was clean and well presented. It had everything we needed for a perfect holiday in the mountains! The kids loved the sandbox and all the outside toys. The basement with all the inside toys was great for those rainy days. The kids loved reading all the books and were very at home! The proximity to Storyland was great - it meant a very short journey home for our two toddlers after 7 hours at the park. This house has lots of space and is a big three-bedroom property. The views are stunning and the deck is perfect for relaxing on a hot day. Birdy is very welcoming and was able to suggest some great ideas to help us make the most of our time in the area. We would definitely recommend this holiday home for families looking for a home away from home!
Owner response:I enjoyed every moment that I spent with you and your children. The Paddington Bear is waiting for Andrew's return. Birdy
Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers.
We loved our stay at Birdy and Sam's playhouse!
Guest: Priyadarshi K.
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 09/23/11
This is an awesome property, and we loved our week-long stay. The house was neat and clean, well maintained and very well decorated. The view is amazing. Birdy and Sam are very nice, and they were very responsive in their communication. We will definitely return. Our kids called it the "Thai Tea" house because of its nice cedar color, and Birdy and Sam told us their nephew used to call it their playhouse. It's really a fun, relaxing place. Five stars! Thanks for sharing, Birdy and Sam!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Vacation Home for the Whole Family!
Guest: Kris F.
(Northbridge, MA, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
We found this to be the perfect home to rent! There were 7 of us and we all had plenty of space. The views are beautiful and we loved sitting out on the deck at any time of the day to enjoy them. The kids loved being able to go downstairs to play ping-pong - they had fun! We loved that when we were at the house we felt so far away from everything, yet we only had to drive about 7 minutes to get to North Conway, which was perfect! We are looking forward to our next stay there already! Thank you very much for everything, Birdy.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A great time at your mountain home!
Guest: Pam
(MA)
Date of Stay: 11/21/10
Review Submitted: 02/08/11
We had such an enjoyable time here in the mountains. We hated to leave and head for home. Everything at the house was great...clean, warm, homey and comfortable.....toys a big plus. Making the holiday even more special was seeing the large flock of turkeys in the yard and the Christmas train ride with Santa & Elves downtown. Loved having the off & on snow showers the last few days making it wintry in the mountains! We do hope we will be able to come back again. We would highly recommend this property!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect for a family with kids!!!!
Guest: Lou
(Plainville MA )
Date of Stay: 08/01/10
Review Submitted: 02/02/11
It's a wonderful location - so centrally located to all the fun. The kids had a great time running around the minute we got there. The ping pong table and sand box were big hits. Even though we went to great places like Storyland, Santa's Village, Echo Lake and summit of Mt Washington, the kids always smiled when we said "It's time to go back home to the vacation house". The house was in great condition, very clean and well maintained. I would recommend this property and owner to everyone. A++++++ experience!!!!!!!
Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great time had by the whole family...
Guest: Christine and Ron
(Portsmouth, NH)
Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 02/02/11
Thank you Birdy & Sam for sharing your wonderful home with our family. We all had a great time. The children loved going through all the toys in the basement and Ron & I enjoyed watching the sun rise over the mountain in the morning. Your home is quite inviting, clean, comfortable and in a great location. We went biking on the Great Glen trail and the route from Cannon Mt to the Flume...what a ride! The Flume was gorgeous and fun to explore. We also had some amazing hikes around Echo Lake and up to Diana's Baths (even though it was pouring rain). I rode the zip line at Attitash....what a thrill. Save some time for us...we'll be back next year.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great time had by the whole family...
Guest: Christine and Ron
(Portsmouth, NH)
Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 02/02/11
Thank you Birdy & Sam for sharing your wonderful home with our family. We all had a great time. The children loved going through all the toys in the basement and Ron & I enjoyed watching the sun rise over the mountain in the morning. Your home is quite inviting, clean, comfortable and in a great location. We went biking on the Great Glen trail and the route from Cannon Mt to the Flume...what a ride! The Flume was gorgeous and fun to explore. We also had some amazing hikes around Echo Lake and up to Diana's Baths (even though it was pouring rain). I rode the zip line at Attitash....what a thrill. Save some time for us...we'll be back next year.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Family Getaway
Guest: Fab4
(Andover,Ma.)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10
Review Submitted: 02/01/11
July 10-17, 2010: "Our family has had a fantastic trip back up to the mountains. Revisiting old stomping grounds-Emerald Pond, Lower Falls and Black Cap - and enjoying dinner at the Shannon Door ( best pizza!!) were among our favorite stops this trip. Of course, picked up goodies downtown to munch back here at the house. The house treated us very well - the views are gorgeous! It's so peaceful here and a great escape for our family. We had lots of game nights and had a blast competing on the ping pong table. Thank you for a wonderful week and we hope to be back here in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great time
Guest: 2Hikers
(NY,NY)
Date of Stay: 08/24/09
Review Submitted: 02/20/10
"What a joy to have this lovely house as a home base to our White Mountain Adventures! We had the loveliest weather of the season and took advantage of it by grabbing several peaks including Sugarloafs ( Twin Mt) Mt. Eisenhower ( a lung buster above treeline) and Mt. Potash ( crazy river crossing) and Blueberry Mountain in Evans Notch. We also took a visit to a wonderful art gallery in Center Sandwich as well as an annual visit to the old print barn in Meredith ( to those who love old prints and other ?). Birdy was a gracious hostess and we are delighted to have met her and experienced this wonderful home. We will be back!"
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Gem
Guest: MomDadAnd3Girls
(Westborough, MA)
Date of Stay: 08/08/09
Review Submitted: 02/13/10
Probably the best part of this vacation was arriving at the house and knowing the whole family would be comfortable and inspired by the beautiful views -- even if Mother Nature didn't always cooperate. This house is a gem! Wonderful for grown-ups and kids alike. We've been coming to Bartlett/North Conway for many years and is by far, the most wonderful place we've ever stayed. Usually, by the end of the vacation, the kids are cranky and ready to go home -- not this time! Thanks to Birdy and Sam for being thoughtful, gracious and supremely helpful hosts.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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