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Sunapee is a town in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 3,365 at the 2010 census. Sunapee is home to part of Lake Sunapee. The town includes the village of Georges Mills.
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1. Mount Sunapee State Park and Ski Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
A 3,000-acre recreation area which offers a full-fledged Adventure Park with ziplines, ropes courses, mini golf, disc golf, hiking trails, restaurant and more. During the winter months Mount Sunapee is home to a premier ski area with 66 trails and 11 lifts and known for excellent trail conditions.
Reviewed By Janet B - Ascot, England, United Kingdom
During the summer, there are lots of sporting attractions that the whole family can enjoy but don't miss out experiencing going to the 10 day Craftsmen's Fair in August! So many interactive workshops, demonstrations and homemade crafts for sale from Lampshades to glassware. A day or two out with the whole family having fun either at the fair or activities on the mountain! It is an exciting time at the resort. You can hike in the park or take the chairlift to the summit to see the magnificent views of Big lake Sunapee and the surrounding countryside! Enjoy a day out!
2. New London Barn Playhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
The New London Barn Playhouse is one of New England’s most cherished summer-stock theaters, presenting excellent theater created by emerging artists in collaboration with accomplished professionals. Actors and directors come together for three months each summer to create an unrivalled theater season noted for its fresh approach and talented acting company. The theater has served a large audience each summer since 1933 in New Hampshire’s beautiful Lake Sunapee region.
Reviewed By ellentravels - key west and new york
We saw a play here that was most enjoyable. Founded in the 1930's, this group has been performing in an authentic old barn and is a must if you want to experience an old summer tradition in New London. It is earnest and enthusiastic.
3. The Fells
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By _revrandy3795 - Bradford, New Hampshire
The Fells was the home (estate) of John Hay, who was Abraham Lincoln's personal secretary and then served in many Republican administrations in the following years. He was Theodore Roosevelt's Secretary of State. (Roosevelt visited The Fells while President.) The Fells is one of the few places where one can walk/hike along the shore of Lake Sunapee. There are also many gardens through which one can amble as well. A lovely place to spend an afternoon. It's a short hike from the entrance (on Route 103A) to the house. It's a lovely walk (through a Rhododendron forest). It's also a great place to go snowshoeing. There is a modest admission fee.
4. Sunapee Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Departing from Sunapee Harbor these narrated boat tours on Lake Sunapee are a great way to spend an afternoon. Relax in your deck chair and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Sunapee while your Captain narrates the history, landmarks and lore of this crystal clear mountain lake. Known as the waters of the flying goose, the MV Mt. Sunapee has been sailing these waters for decades. Featuring an open-air top deck and a covered lower deck so whatever the weather you can cruises this approximately 10-mile long lake in comfort. See the magnificent homes that have sprung up around the lake. Pass by our three lighthouses that were once used to help the steam boats navigate these waters and are still in operation today guiding the pleasure boats at night. In the distance you can see Mt. Kearsarge and the ski trails on Mt. Sunapee.
Reviewed By NHDave - Belmont, New Hampshire
We took the dinner cruise on Lake Sunapee for the first time this week. The boat has two decks both configured with dining tables in a typical restaurant fashion. The lower deck is completely enclosed with restrooms in the rear and the dinner buffet in the front with dining tables between. The upper deck dining area is also enclosed but has an outside deck that allows you to walk around the outside edge of the upper deck for good views and photographs.
During the cruise the boat's captain gave an excellent running commentary about the lake and surrounding area. Pointing out historical locations, unique features and points of interest. She was also very willing to answer questions, take pictures, and provide tours of the wheelhouse.
The staff on the boat was excellent. They were efficient, friendly and helpful. They also kept track of where you were on the boat so that they could notify you when it was your tables turn to go to the buffet.
The buffet is pretty compact but they did a good job of fitting a lot of good food into a pretty small space. I must say that the selection of food and the quality of food exceeded my expectations. I was able to pile my plate pretty high with delicious food. They even allowed seconds, but I had filled myself on the first trip so I didn't go back.
This boat is truly a floating restaurant. I will definitely go back again. The cruise around the lake was excellent, the food was excellent and the staff was excellent. Fortunately the weather was also excellent, I couldn't have asked for more.
5. Mount Sunapee Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
The Adventure Park, now in its fourth season, features a 2 1/2 hour Canopy Zip-Line Tour, an Aerial Challenge Course with 32 challenges, 4 miles of Downhill Mountain Biking, 18 holes of Miniature Golf, an 18-hole Championship Disc Golf Course, an Airbag Jump and Climbing Wall Tower, the Beck Brook Mining Sluice and chairlift rides. Adventure Park activities are priced separately. There is also an Interpretive hiking trail from the top of South Peak. Get outside! Outdoor fun has never been so exciting at Mount Sunapee!
Reviewed By SkipNDonna - Montreal, Canada
Visited with family who had been before. Only did the Aerial Challenge Course and the trip to the summit for the views.
Challenge course was exactly that - a challenge. My 11-yr old struggled with the first level and never got beyond it. The rest of us did all 4 levels of various heights and difficulty. Overall I felt the courses were well-designed and fun.
We were disappointed to learn that we had to pay extra ($8 per adult and $6 per child) to take the main chairlift to the summit. But the views were definitely worth it.
We finished the day off with some Maine Blueberry ice cream from the stand next to the minigolf course. It was very yummy and, hey, we earned it!
6. New London Historical Society
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Maureen S - New London, New Hampshire
This historical village is open Sundays 1-4 from Memorial Day to Columbus Day. It features a climate controlled carriage museum with restored coaches and carriages. During advertised events you can enjoy hearthside cooking, a working blacksmith shop, an original schoolhouse featuring children's outdoor games, an original hearse, and hand pumper.
7. Lake Sunapee
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Dorothy P - Portsmouth, New Hampshire
What's not to like? The water is lovely, the lake is gorgeous, the weather is usually good and people are friendly. I usually go swimming here, but have gone fishing, sailing and ice fishing too. All are great activities.
8. Sunapee Lake Massage
Overall Ratings
5 based on 9 reviews
Sunapee Lake Massage is a full service massage therapy office on the southern most tip of Lake Sunapee at Newbury Harbor Plaza just above Bubba's restaurant. Services range from the simple and affordable Kriya (similar to Swedish) relaxation massage to deep tissue, trigger point and aromatherapy massage. You can get an ice cream, go for a swim and get a bite to eat all at the Plaza
Reviewed By Lorie M - Grantham, New Hampshire, United States
My husband and I have had couple's massages here and were very happy with the massages and the people who own/operate the business. They are very professional and friendly. Even though the business is located above a restaurant, you cannot hear noise during your massage.Thank you so much!
9. Spring Ledge Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By LEER2011 - Waltham, Massachusetts
A close friend recommended this place so we stopped in to look around. Lots of local produce, meat and other unique items at the store there. At the same time across the packing lot, you can go cut your own flowers and make your own bouquet ! Please watch your kids so they don't make a mess of the beautiful flowers there. :-)
Walking around the farm, you can see lots of well kept & groomed plants for sale. The tomatoes there looked amazing !!! There was no way to transport them back easily so we never got to take some home to try - I don't believe they were organic unfortunately. ;-)
If you are a plant lover you could easily spend a couple of hours walking around and enjoying the sights IMHO. There are enough other things in the store that could occupy the rest of your family, LOL. Plenty of healthy treats are available. We picked up some Mountain Love Pure Bliss Balm (organic ingredients) which we both enjoyed using: a little bit goes a long way. Never had heard of it before, but it is great for your hands! <3 It must be a small local maker? Lots of other unique things there for everyone in your family IMHO.
Stop in, check out the farm store and the gardens! Neat place that been around for a while - read their website about how the owner was a former employee there and so forth. :-) Support your local farm! <3
10. The Ice House Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By dfharris - New London, New Hampshire
This museum is a little known treasure in all of New Hampshire. The Ice House name doesn't fully describe the extent of the collection. Not only vintage cars, but a collection of horse drawn carriages, fire truck, children's ride on toys, antique machinery and tools and more. It is a must see in the Dartmouth Lake Sunapee region.
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