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

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Living area | TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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North Conway, NH
  • Popular LocationConway Scenic Railway12 min drive
  • Popular LocationKahuna Laguna14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSettlers' Green Outlet Village16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.

Property manager

Ken and Tanya Mongeon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Sledding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please provide information about your pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The Gecko Inn is kid friendly.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We are located in a quiet residential area.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Gecko Inn Storyland Skiing Hot Tub Perfect 1 or 2 Families Pets
Gecko Storyland Skiing Hot Tub Perfect 1 or 2 Families Pets
Gecko Inn Storyland Skiing Hot Tub Perfect 1 or 2 Families Pets
Gecko Inn Storyland Skiing Hot Tub Perfect 1 or 2 Families Pets
Gecko Storyland Skiing Hot Tub Perfect 1 or 2 Families Pets

About the neighborhood

North Conway

This vacation home is located in Birch Hill, a neighborhood in North Conway, and is near theme parks. Cranmore Mountain Resort and Attitash Mountain Resort are 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. Traveling 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 sledding.

What's nearby

  • Echo Lake State Park - 8 min drive
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 12 min drive
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 14 min drive
  • Kahuna Laguna - 14 min drive
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Moose Restaurant & Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪FIRE by Wicked Fresh - ‬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.

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?

Check-out 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 vacation 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 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families with children
Great home. Bonus to have hot tub, fire pit and foosball table to keep children occupied. Good location for visiting North Conway downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very pleasant stay as always. Feels like home.
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Peggy B., Andover, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Ski Getaway
Very comfortable and clean place for our annual family ski getaway. Perfect setup for teens to hang out in their own space = key for the parents too. The hot tub is always an important part of our stay as well and this house had it all. Owners were great communicators with emails, an extensive Welcome Packet and helpful notes throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
It was great for our winter stay. Close to many attractions. Plenty of things to do in the house. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
We had a really great time staying at this home. It was very comfortable and spacious. Everything was clean, and the kitchen was well stocked. We cooked several big meals there. Our favorite part was the foosball and giant Jenga. We had such a blast with that. The only thing that was a little tricky was the heating. It was difficult to get the right temperature. It was either too hot or too cold, you have to play around with the heat to get it at a good temperature. The location was perfect. And we had a wonderful time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas getaway
Perfect for our family. We loved the cozy house and the scenic neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jerry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The Gecko Inn comfortably accommodated our group of five. There was plenty of room for everyone. The beds were comfortable and having three full bathrooms was definitely a plus. We did not have any young children with us but did notice that the bedroom on the main floor, with two sets of bunk beds, had a closet full of toys to keep little ones busy. We did travel with our family dog and we’re pleased to find a run just outside the front door. The back deck was also dog friendly with a gate which allowed us to spend time out there with our dog without worrying about him wandering away. The home is in a quiet neighborhood and close to North Conway, numerous hiking trails and many other attractions. There is no air conditioning but plenty of fans and, with the windows open at night, we all slept comfortably. The kitchen is well stocked with everything needed to prepare meals at the home. We truly enjoyed our stay and will consider renting again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer family fun
We had a great time! The house was spacious and clean with plenty of ways to entertain our young kids (2 and 3). There is so much to do in the area and the gecko inn was convenient to get to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023