Winter Getaways

Winter Getaways - Lakes Region NH

The Lakes Region of New Hampshire becomes a playground for families in the winter months, offering a variety of activities, including ice skating, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and more. The surrounding towns, like Center Harbor and Laconia, NH, embrace the winter spirit with festive decorations and events. Winter hiking trails offer a different perspective for those wanting to explore the shoreline and wooded areas in a quiet setting. Whether sipping hot cocoa by a crackling fire or partaking in some winter sports, the Lakes Regions provides a magical escape in winter.

About the Lake Region of New Hampshire

With prominent bodies of water like Lake Winnipesaukee, this area offers boating, fishing, and swimming in the warmer months and ice fishing, snowmobiling, and ice skating in the colder months. The quaint towns surrounding the lakes exude New England charm with their historic architecture, cozy shops, and lakeside dining options. Visitors can have a quiet day exploring the local museums or enjoy scenic drives along winding roads with breathtaking views. Whether seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or a peaceful retreat, the Lakes Region stands as a multifaceted destination that beckons those in search of natural beauty.

4 places to visit

Steele Hill Resorts

Snow-covered paradise, Lakes Region resort offers on-site snowshoeing, skating, sledding with skiing nearby

516 Steele Hill Road Sanbornton, NH 03269 603-524-0500

The Lakes Region NH is a snow-covered paradise in winter, and you’re in the heart of it all when you stay at the Steele Hill Resorts. From your luxurious suite or studio’s private balcony or patio, you’ll breathe in fresh mountain air as you look out over the Belknap and White Mountains and Lakes Winnipesaukee and Winnisquam. Enjoy your day skiing, snowboarding or tubing at nearby Gunstock Mountain, or stay at the resort and go sledding, ice skating on the pond or hiking and snowshoeing on groomed trails. Come back for a hot drink at Tova’s Tavern or relax in the hot tub, indoor pool or sauna. A variety of special winter packages include everything from discounted ski tickets to dining credits and cocoa waiting for you in your room.

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Summit Resort

Lakes Region resort has amenities, special packages to elevate your winter getaway

177 Mentor Avenue Laconia, NH 03246 603-556-7028

If you’re wondering where to go and what to do on that winter getaway, the Summit Resort, in the heart of New Hampshire’s vibrant Lakes Region, has some suggestions – and some incentives. Stay in a condo-style suite at the resort and enjoy a heated indoor pool with water slides, a Roman spa and saunas, a fitness center, racquet ball courts and snowshoe trails. A Winter Family Getaway package includes hot chocolate and souvenir mugs in your room; a Winter Stay & Play package includes a “movie bucket” and snowshoe rentals. The Shop & Stay package includes a gift card and discounts at the Tanger Outlet Mall. Gunstock Mountain’s downhill and cross-country skiing, terrain parks and tubing hill are nearby, and there’s a Ski & Stay package for that, too, with discount ski tickets.

Visit our sister properties, Steele Hill Resorts, Center Harbor Inn.

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Center Harbor Inn

Celebrate winter at resort on Lake Winnipesaukee, close to seasonal activities

294 Whittier Highway Center Harbor, NH 03226 603-253-4347

Winter is such a celebrated season at the Center Harbor Inn by Lake Winnipesaukee that they have special packages for their guests. The Winnipesaukee Winter Adventure package offers discounted rates, free snowshoe rentals to explore local trails, and hot chocolate and souvenir mugs waiting for you in your comfortable guest quarters. There’s also a Ski & Stay package that includes discounted tickets to ski Gunstock Mountain. And romantic retreat packages feature gift certificates to local restaurants. Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowmobiling, antiquing and shopping are favorite area activities, but you also might just want to soak in an outdoor hot tub at the resort while watching the stars come out over a snowy harbor, or enjoy a glass of wine on your patio overlooking the lake and mountains.

Visit our sister properties, Steele Hill Resorts,Summit Resort.

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Purity Spring Resort

A true ski-in, ski-out winter escape

1251 Eaton Road (Route 153) East Madison, NH 03849 603-367-8896

Purity Spring Resort offers a true ski-in, ski-out winter escape with cozy rooms, suites, and slope-side lodging designed for easy days on the mountain. Its King Pine Ski Area lets guests ski, snowboard, tube, snowshoe, or ice skate from morning through après-ski without ever getting in the car. Between mid-December and late March, King Pine offers 17 trails served by four lifts, with terrain ranging from beginner-friendly greens to challenging double black diamonds. Beyond downhill skiing, 20 kilometers of snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails provide scenic winter workouts, while a rope-pull tubing hill and ice-skating rink round out a full day of cold-weather fun. At the end of the day, relax in the indoor pool or hot tub, catch dinner at the Pine Cone Cafe or a drink at the Trail End Tavern.

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