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The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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View from Sky chair into oversized family room.
View of Kitchen, Breakfast Bar into Dining Room.
Fully Equipped Kitchen.
Dining Room with Sky chair.
Relaxing in the sky chair after skiing

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Conway Scenic Railway
  • Place, Kahuna Laguna
  • Place, Settlers' Green Outlet Village
  • Airport, Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1st Floor Bedroom

4 Single Beds

Downstairs Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets

A perfect central location for your White Mountain Valley Vacation. The Gecko Inn has a long tradition, 17+ years, of renting to 1 or 2 families looking for a peaceful location with mountain views yet only 20 minutes to Storyland, 10 minutes to Cranmore Mountain and Adventure Park and an easy drive to all North Conway amenities. Our home is located at the end of a cul-de-sac in the quiet Birch Hill development. This home used to be listing #22036 with 51 positive reviews before we purchased it from the previous owners in 2016. We are friends who rented from them every year and are excited to continue the same traditions to you. Whether you are coming to Ski, Hike, Tube the Saco River, Shop at the North Conway outlets, or relax by the fireplace or in the hot tub, The Gecko Inn is small enough for one family yet spacious enough for two families to enjoy. Most neighbors are full time residents so this is not a "party home."

NEW IN 2023:
Refrigerator
Stove/Oven
Dishwasher
Rinnai Propane heaters

It is minutes to the spectacular North Conway public golf course, Echo Lake, and to extensive hiking trails in the National forest, including the beautiful waterfalls and swimming pools of Diana's Baths. The Saco and Swift Rivers are very close by for water sports including summer tubing.

Awaiting you in North Conway Village, a short seven minutes away, is tax-free, outlet shopping, a plethora of spectacular restaurants, great nightly entertainment, numerous seasonal activities, sightseeing, parks and good old New Hampshire hospitality.

Family fun and entertainment abounds in the Mount Washington Valley area. StoryLand (20 minutes), Santa's Village (1 hour), the Conway Scenic Railroad (with visits from Thomas the Train and The Polar Express (Late Nov and Dec), Children's and weather museums, local farms, hay rides, and many other amusements are all within a short drive of the house. The Mount Washington auto road is an exciting day trip for the Summer or early fall visitors.

Skiers will appreciate the short distances to multiple ski mountains. Cranmore Mountain (10 Minutes), Attitash (20 min.), Black Mountain, Bretton Woods, King Pine, and Wildcat are all an easy drive. Come home to relax in the hot tub or sit by the fireplace to warm your toes. Stay in North Conway and enjoy the Mount Washington Valley to its fullest in every season!

Inside the spacious contemporary home you will find three floors. The open first floor has a full bathroom, a bedroom with two sets of bunk beds, a fully-equipped kitchen, a six-foot dining table for 6, breakfast bar for 4, cathedral ceiling Family Room, with a Sky Chair, TV, DVD and fireplace, that opens onto a 300-square-foot deck from which you can enjoy peace and solitude. There is an attached mud room for all your ski/snowboard/bike/outdoor gear. The deck also has a sun room with 5 person Nordic Hot Tub for year-round enjoyment.

The second floor has 2 Bedrooms, full bath and a loft area. Each bedroom has a queen sized bed, there is a full bathroom, and a loft area with a single day bed and seating space perfect for reading or playing a board game.

The lower level, finished with 3/4 bath, bedroom with two single beds and a 2nd family room with TV, sectional couch and a Futon sofa. Challenge your family members or friends to a Foosball tournament! This is a great added space for the kids to play while the adults are upstairs or for a second family to have their own space.

The house is ideal for one family or two families to share a vacation. This is not a "Party Home" as we are located in a quiet neighborhood and our guests must adhere to respectful noise levels at all times.

There is a gazebo in the backyard and a fire pit just outside for those romantic autumn evenings. There is not a grassed area for play as it is a wooded lot. The surrounding area is quiet and peaceful, with conservation land nearby for hiking and cross-country skiing.

We are just 2 hours and 30 minutes from Boston, 3 hours from Worcester, and 4 hours from Hartford, CT. The Pizza Barn in Ossipee has been a family favorite to stop for Dinner or lunch when driving up.

New Hampshire room tax is included in all rates.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The Gecko Inn is kid friendly.
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Events

No events allowed
We are located in a quiet residential area.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please provide information about your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking allowed.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We are located in a quiet residential area.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Conway

Located in Birch Hill, a neighbourhood in North Conway, this holiday home is near theme parks. Attitash Mountain Resort is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Conway Scenic Railway and Story Land. Travelling with kids? Consider Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center and MWV Children's Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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North Conway, NH

What's nearby

  • Echo Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kahuna Laguna - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Moose Restaurant & Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Co. - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Delaney's Hole in The Wall - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪110 Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets located?

This family-friendly North Conway holiday home is located in Birch Hill, within 3 mi (5 km) of White Mountain National Forest, Saco River and Echo Lake State Park. Conway Scenic Railway and Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ray W.

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

Friends weekend

We came up to tube the saco house was perfect in a close location to town hot tub was nice beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. House is not far from town. Hot tub was great for the family. Owner was responsive to communication. Our kids loved hunting for all of the Geckos around the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

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

2025 ski trip

Great place to stay for Skiing. Near many ski areas, nice accommodations, and a hot tub after a good day on the slopes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Wonderful stay at Gecko Inn

The house was perfect for our family vacation! Close to everything we wanted to see and do! The kids and adults loved hot tub! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Family ski vacation

Place was great. Perfect for 6 adults and 3 kids under 6! Would def recommend to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

We love the Gecko Inn

We had another fun family getaway at the Gecko Inn! As always, the house was clean and has plenty of space for us to spread out and play games and enjoy the family. This time we celebrated Thanksgiving and were treated to the first snow of the season. The Gecko Inn is located close to all the stores and sites of North Conway. We’ll be back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Wonderful family vacation rental

This property is very clean, family friendly, and large enough for 2 families. The instructions were very clear. Close to skiing and shopping. I would highly recommend this home for a ski get away...

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Ski housr

Very spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

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

Perfect Ski weekend!!!

We had a fantastic weekend stay! We loved your house and Thank you so much for sharing it with us. It was just right for our group. We all agreed to do it again next year!!! Thank you Kelli
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Wonderful home

Beautiful, secluded property in a quiet neighborhood. The house had everything we could have needed and the kids loved the hot tub and foosball table. We had zero issues during our stay and would highly recommend this property. The hosts were also very responsive and polite to work with throughout the whole process.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

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

Creating family memories

The Gecko Inn is the perfect place for family gathering! Every year our adult children, their spouses and children join us for a winter getaway in the Whites. This tradition started about 36 years ago when we were a couple with young children. The location, space, cleanliness and warmth of the Gecko Inn have made it possible for us to continue creating wonderful family memories! Ken and Tanya are perfect hosts, ways accessible to answer questions and make us feel welcome. Special kudos to the housekeeping staff who made sure we entered a sparkling home!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Cozy home with everything we needed

My husband and I stayed in the Gecko Inn with our 9 year old son along with our best friends and their two children, ages 7 and 10. There was more than enough space for all 7 of us, and with three full bathrooms we had plenty of privacy. The house was cozy and clean, with a well-stocked kitchen, and helpful notes and instructions throughout the home so that any questions we would have had were already answered. The owners have thought of everything, including extra games, decks of cards, scissors, and a first aid kit. The kids loved the foosball table and the hot tub was a big hit after hiking all day. We especially appreciated the conveniently placed nightlights (since I always forget to bring extra) and extra toys in the closet of the bunk bed room. The house is in a residential neighborhood with a network of quiet roads that were perfect for running, but also very close to so many excellent hiking trails (5-15 min drive), including Echo Lake/Cathedral Ledge and South Moat Mountain, which we all enjoyed. The shops and restaurants in the center of North Conway was only a 5 min drive (although Lobster Trap only 2 minutes away was our surprise favorite restaurant/meal). The gazebo and firepit in the backyard were also really nice. We hope to return next summer for a longer visit to take advantage of the nearby alpine slides and river tubing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was ideal for our family and the location could not have been better. We had two young children, a two year-old and a four-year-old who is so enjoy swimming in the hot tub and running up and down all the stairs. Would highly recommend it for anyone who has young children and grandparents that help big time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at the Gecko Inn! It had everything for our two families to keep the kids entertained, is so close to everything, aces all around!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa w.

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

Gecko inn

Great time, we were all thrilled to see a porcupine in the back yard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Spring Break!

We had so much fun! The house offers a family vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Ski vacation

We have been to the Geicko Inn many times. It is an excellent ski house, close to the mountains and North Conway. We have always had a great time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

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

Another Great Year

We have stayed at the Gecko Inn for our family winter getaway for a number of years now. This home is perfect for our family, warm, clean and welcoming! It is in close proximity to our favorite "play in the snow" activities. Our grandchildren (4, 9 and12) look forward to it every year...especially counting the geckos and checking out any new ones. Ken and Tanya are gracious hosts and regularly respond to any questions. We love our family winter vacation at the Gecko Inn!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Very nice property

we had a great time! Perfect for our frouo of 8! Everything you need is there. Having the 3 bathrooms with our group was awesome.. enjoyed the hot tub. Great. Location. We made our dinner and the kitchen was perfect had everything we needed and plenty of seatong and sleeping.. would highly recommend@
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Holiday getaway

Perfect Holiday getaway for our large family. Plenty of room and quick response from host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

Wonderful weekend

The house was beautifully decorated for the holidays, clean, warm and comfortable.Plenty of room for the 7 adult women - would love to stay there in the different seasons.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Great time at the Gecko Inn

The hot tub was wonderful. Had all the amenities needed. It was very homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

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

Ladies Weekend

The past 10 years, (maybe more) a few of us life long friends stay at the Gecko Inn for a weekend in N ovember. Never fails, each time we walk back into the Gecko Inn it feels like home!! We are ALWAYS
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

Another great girls’ weekend!

The Gecko Inn is our go-to in the North Conway area for girls’ weekend. The house is comfortable, clean, and well-appointed, and a short drive from shopping, dining, and recreation. Perfect for playing board games, relaxing, and preparing meals. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

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

Clean and comfortable

The house was very clean and had no shortage of rooms to stay in. The porch was great to hang out on, carve a pumpkin and give the dogs treats. The neighborhood was quiet and great for walking the dogs, I wish I had brought bikes as it would have been a lot of fun to ride the hills. We had a little difficulty with the tv but the host was helpful and easy to reach, though we never were able to figure out what was wrong with it. We lost power one morning due to high winds but I was able to get the power company's number and while we were out for the day the called to tell me the power had been restored. The kitchen was a great size and had plenty of dishes etc to be able to do lots of cooking. There was a foosball table that my daughter absolutely loved. My only complaint would be that I would have preferred a smart TV since the cable didn't work on the main floor and the offering of a DVD collection, since the cable was out. Overall a really great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ken and Tanya Mongeon

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The Mongeon Family. Ken, Tanya, Connor and Owen. We have been vacationing in the Mount Washington Valley area for over 20 years and enjoy all 4 seasons. Skiing in the Winter and Spring, Storyland and Santa's village in the summer, and foliage viewing and relaxing in the fall.

Why they chose this property

We have known the previous owners for almost 20 years renting from them. We enjoyed the home so much we decided to purchase it to continue our family vacations and bring the same level of enjoyment to other families.

What makes this property unique

One of only a few homes that can accommodate both a single family with lots of space, 2 families, or a girls getaway. The year round Hot Tub, fireplace, deck and open floor plan is ideal for relaxing or gathering with friends and family after a day on the slopes, at the park, hiking, or shopping.

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