Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center
Place, Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center
8 min drive
Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
Airport, Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
36 min drive
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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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
About the area
North Conway
Located in Birch Hill, a neighbourhood in North Conway, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Northway Plaza Shopping Center and L. L. Bean Factory Store are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White Mountain National Forest and Echo Lake State Park. Story Land and Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
North Conway Country Club - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Conway Scenic Railway - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
Getting around
Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Sea Dog Brewing Co. - 15 min drive
Dunkin' - 15 min drive
Haveli Indian Cuisine - 15 min drive
Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers - 16 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.
How much does it cost to stay at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets on 4 Nov, 2026 start from S$489, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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?
Located in Birch Hill, this holiday home is steps from White Mountain National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Saco River and Echo Lake State Park. White Horse Ledge and North Conway Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Great price for the property with amenities! The hot tub was perfect after a day on the slopes. Only a ten minute drive to North Conway. Especially appreciated that this property was dog friendly. Will definitely rent again.
Hosts were prompt and clear in their communication and provided a helpful guide to the property. The house is in a quiet, convenient location and has a terrific layout for a family holiday get-together. We were pleased with our stay at the Gecko Inn.
Ken was most welcoming and responded very quickly to questions. A small note...there are only 4 or so smaller spoons in the silverware drawer. As always, the Gecko Inn is a warm and welcoming place for our extended family to enjoy a wonderful winter getaway!
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!
This was our second time staying at the Gecko Inn, and once again it proved to be a reliable and comfortable rental. The host is communicative and organized. The home is very clean, well-stocked with everything we need in the kitchen, and spacious enough for everyone to spread out. We usually spend our time shopping, eating, and playing card games, but having the hot tub to unwind in is an added bonus. We hope to stay here again next year!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our family skis and enjoys various restaurants in the area. Our favorite time is time spent in the GECKO eating, playing board games and just being together!
Great home. Bonus to have hot tub, fire pit and foosball table to keep children occupied. Good location for visiting North Conway downtown.
Debra R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Ken and Tanya Mongeon
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.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests