Built during the heyday of the Grand Trunk Railway, on a residential street with ATV access, our 1858 house is an established part of the Androscoggin Valley, featuring modern updates for a comfortable self-catered stay.
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Air conditioning in the living room and upstairs bedrooms.
Two king-size bedrooms and a full bathroom comfortably accommodate 4 adults. A smaller (downstairs) bedroom with a single bed is suitable for an additional adult or a child.
There is a living room with separate dining room, and the large fully-equipped kitchen is ideal if you prefer to eat-in. Free WiFi is available throughout the main living areas.
Equipment can be safely stored in the laundry room, accessible by the back door.
Gorham is a gateway to over 1400 miles of ATV trail systems and 6 interconnected parks (including Jericho State Park). There are numerous hiking trails and ATV / snowmobile trails within easy reach. Rentals are available from “Northeast” or "White Mt ATV" on Main Street. You can ride right from the house along Main St (between Lancaster Road and Bangor St) to the trails! See https://gorhamnhoutdoors.com/ohrv-rules-gorham/ for details.
It's a short walk to Subway, Big Day Brewing and local cafés, as well as Gorham Common and Grand Trunk station (railway museum). Walmart is an 8-minute drive and Dollar General is a 10-minute walk away.
Surrounded by mountains and nestled between the White Mountains Highway (NH Route 16) and Route 2 in Gorham, we are conveniently situated for travel to nearby North Conway (NH) and Bethel, Maine.
Close to Mount Washington (Auto Road - 10 mins to the base area), Great Glen Trails (10 mins), Wildcat ski area (<15 mins) and numerous hiking trails including Tuckerman's Ravine - trailhead located by the Appalachian Mountain Club visitor center in Pinkham Notch. Sunday River and Attitash are both <35 minutes away, Cranmore Mountain and Bretton Woods are 40 minutes away.
The Androscoggin River can be accessed from Main St (Route 2) near Gorham Airport and Howland Ave. For river adventures, check out North Woods Rafting just up Rt 16 in Milan.
For family days out, Santa’s Village and Story Land / Living Shores Aquarium are all under half an hour away.
Please note: This is an OLD house and as such has its creaks and quirks. The floors are not all level, the walls are crooked in places and there will be random noises but nothing to worry about. Some guests consider that the stairs are fairly steep but the handrails help with this.
Be aware that if you stay during the week, you may be disturbed by the freight trains (SLR 393 / 394) that pass through Gorham around midnight and blast their horn. The town clock chimes on the hour every hour, so can be heard if the windows are open.
For our joint protection, there is a motion-triggered security camera on the front door and above the back door, pointing away from the house itself.
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Peaceful woodland retreat just minutes from Wildcat and Attitash Mountain ski areas, downtown North Conway, StoryLand, shopping, and dining. The perfect home base for mountain adventures, relaxation, and unforgettable family memories, YEAR ROUND!
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Peaceful woodland retreat just minutes from Wildcat and Attitash Mountain ski areas, downtown North Conway, StoryLand, shopping, and dining. The perfect home base for mountain adventures, relaxation, and unforgettable family memories, YEAR ROUND!
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Don't leave any dishes in the dishwasher.
Turn off the A/C and fans if used.
Leave closee trash bags in the laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Return outdoor seating to the laundry room when not in use.
Use the ductless mini-split system for HEAT. Don't adjust baseboard thermostats.
Important information
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Property Registration Number STR007-2026
Property # 3738932vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Gorham
Gorham is home to this holiday home. Mount Washington Cog Railway is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Mount Washington State Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
Gorham Historical Society and Railroad Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Imp Trail Loop - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Mt. Washington Auto Road - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
Wildcat Mountain Ski Area - 15 min drive - 20.5 km
Mount Washington Cog Railway - 52 min drive - 71.9 km
Getting around
Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min walk
Circle K - 11 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min walk
Circle K - 13 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Trunk Cottage - a home for all seasons! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Grand Trunk Cottage - a home for all seasons!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grand Trunk Cottage - a home for all seasons!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grand Trunk Cottage - a home for all seasons!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Grand Trunk Cottage - a home for all seasons! located?
This family-friendly Gorham holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gorham Historical Society and Railroad Museum and White Mountain National Forest. Androscoggin River and Imp Trail Loop are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Jenny and Paul
We live in the UK but have loved visiting the White Mountains Region since 2011. We are keen skiers and enjoy short hikes so have explored the area well.
Why they chose this property
Gorham is central to several ski areas including Wildcat, Sunday River and Bretton Woods with others not too far away. There are plenty of snowmobile / ATV trails to explore accessible from right in town and many walking / hiking trails are also close by. The town itself is not overly busy but has its fair share of bars, shops and restaurants.
What makes this property unique
Our house was built in 1858 so has its own character that we've sympathetically updated to make it feel like home.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests