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The
sunset view looking to the Mountains from The Mountain View
Loft, Mountain View Room, and the back porch. |
Welcome
to the Bridgewater Mountain
Bed and Breakfast web site.
We
hope you'll choose to stay with us after looking over the resources
we have to offer. We are open for the 2008 season April 15th.
(Winter reservations may be made by special arrangements with
the hosts.) We look forward to sharing this special spot with
you.
BMB&B is a small family bed and breakfast, providing hospitable
and personal service within a house which has been our family’s
vacation home for nearly 60 years. Originally an 1847 working
farm, the old house was architecturally re-designed and rebuilt
recently to incorporate the charm of the old as well as comforts
possible only with new features: air conditioning,
and large rooms with scenic window views. We’ve
created two rooms with private baths, and an en suite loft apartment
for our visiting guests.
Bridgewater Mountain Bed and Breakfast
is ideally situated in central New Hampshire, minutes from Interstate
93 in a secluded
high country
setting with a sweeping view of mountains to the north. Located
just four miles off Exit 24, it is also within the state’s
Lakes Region, convenient to countless recreational opportunities
that
define the Granite State.
Our property is located beside a country road with little traffic
to interrupt the serenity of this lovely spot. The house and barn
are surrounded by forests and stone walls, stately sugar maples,
hillside fields, fruit trees, and organic flower and vegetable
gardens. Our nearest neighbors are family members who have built
seasonal homes. Behind us a panoramic view stretches out forty-five
miles to Franconia Notch and the White Mountains.
We invite you to share this place of natural beauty, inspiration
and retreat with us. It calls to the work-weary, the creatively-inclined,
and those yearning for privacy and simple pleasures. It can also
be a destination location for a mini-vacation, or home base to
returning alumni or the parents of students at nearby private
schools (Holderness School, New Hampton School, Tilton School)
or Plymouth State University. Parents of young people attending
several summer camps, particularly those a few miles away on Newfound
Lake, will also find us very conveniently located.
ACCOMMODATIONS
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The
Dining room of the main building where breakfast is served
during the cooler months. |
BMB&B offers the Meadow
View Room and Mountain View Room in the main house,
and an en
suite loft studio facing the mountains. Each guest space
has a full private bath, king or queen-size bed, ceiling fan, and
air conditioning. (AC is seldom needed at this elevation, but you
make the call.) The
Mountain View Loft with King
bed also includes a kitchen, living room with a fold-out futon couch
for additional sleeping space, and a separate entrance ideal
for extended stays by writers, musicians, artists, photographers, and
those seeking private living space.
The two guest rooms in the main house are upstairs, and share
an upper hall sitting area and refreshments corner. On the main floor
there’s
a gracious living area with a fireplace, comfortable furniture, and
antique desk for writing postcards. The adjacent breakfast area features
family china and an antique round table which seats 10 or more. Finally,
there’s
the back porch a
family favorite for all sorts of activities. Newly enlarged with a choice
of screens or glass for changing weather, it features comfortable wicker
furniture,
a raised hearth fireplace, and our incredible view of flowers, fields,
and the mountains. Breakfast happens here on sunny days, and afternoon
naps are
encouraged.
Spectacular sunset views are best from the porch, too.
MODERN TECHNOLOGY
House rooms and the Loft are wired for cable television and high-speed
internet service. You can borrow a portable TV/DVD player for your
room if desired, and we have a collection of movies and music CDs to
choose from. Each room has a radio/CD player.
AND THEN THERE’S BREAKFAST
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Breakfast
on the back porch... Looks like fresh fruit, homemade donuts
and strong coffee are on the menu! |
A full breakfast is included in the daily rate, provided in the main house
between 7:30-9:00 am, other hours only by special arrangement. (Please notify
Tom or Virginia of any special dietary requirements when registering.)
Breakfasts can be as simple or extensive as you wish, with emphasis on
the latter! Offerings will include one or more hot entrees featuring
local eggs
from free
range chickens, country sausage and bacon, maple syrup sugared right
here on the mountain, and organic fruits and berries from Virginia's
gardens in season.
Homemade doughnuts, fruit pies and wild blueberry muffins and pancakes
are frequently on the menu, as well as Virginia’s fabulous homemade granola or Tom's own Seville marmalade, which he sells on the side. Excellent coffees, English and herbal teas, fresh fruit, and juices round out the perfect breakfast at Bridgewater Mountain B&B.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
If you must, there are many diversions nearby. Golf, biking, antiquing, auctions,
galleries, fairs, fine dining, mountain climbing and hiking, swimming and boating
abound. The Squams and Newfound Lake are less than ten miles away, Winnipesaukee
a bit further. The university’s cultural events and the summer-long New Hampshire Music Festival are fifteen minutes away. And if visiting New Hampshire’s tourist attractions is your thing (Everybody does, at least once!) they’re a reasonable drive in any direction. On the map we’re
the geographic center of our small state.
ABOUT YOUR HOSTS
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The
front of the Main House as viewed from the road. |
Owners Virginia and Tom Slayton
and their two sons have known and cherished this lovely spot for many,
many years as a family seasonal vacation retreat.
When
we decided to retire from our busy work lives several years ago, no
other place was even considered as home for the rest of our lives.
We’ve
returned to our roots, with a conscious decision to share our pleasures
with others who appreciate
simple
country living, if only for a few days at a time!
Virginia is now a professional watercolor artist and her work – paintings,
prints, and cards – can be seen at BMB&B
and at a nearby gallery. She is also a graphic designer who, in her
previous life, published a magazine and created printed materials for
professionals,
organizations, and businesses. Virginia has also worked as a mental
health administrator and
a consultant to early childhood day care centers during their early
days in New Hampshire. If there is anything she loves more than art,
it is organic
flower
and vegetable gardening. A NH-certified Master Gardener, her interests
are evident everywhere.
Tom, a New Hampshire native, recently concluded a career in communications.
He has been a newspaper journalist and photographer, college PR practitioner,
public
affairs director, and communications specialist associated with colleges,
government agencies and not-for-profit organizations. His post-retirement
passion has
been converting “the farm” from its previous incarnation to the comfortable
retirement home we share with our guests. Tom enjoys woodworking, photography --all photos on this site are his, music, and
tinkering with all things mechanical.
THE ROOMS...
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The
Meadow View Room |
The Meadow View Room
The Meadow View Room looks out onto flower gardens, the pasture across
the way, and into the branches of ancient maples. Morning sun streams through
its two windows, and it features a queen-size bed, twin day bed, country
antique furniture, private bath, air conditioning and ceiling fan.
Tariff: $110 per night d/o; extra person $35/night. During “high
season” a two-night minimum stay on weekends is required. Rates do not
include New Hampshire’s
8% room and meals tax.
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The Mountain View Room |
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The Mountain View Room
The Mountain View Room offers a wide northwesterly vista across our fields
and woods to the valley below and mountains beyond, including a view of
Franconia Notch on clear days. It features a king-size bed, writing desk,
easy chair and ottoman, private bath, air conditioning, ceiling fan
and beautiful sunset views.
Tariff: $135 per night d/o. “High season” two-night minimum stay
on weekends required. New Hampshire 8% room and meals tax will be added.
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The
Bedroom nook (above) and common area (below) of the spacious
Mountain View Loft |
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The
Mountain View Loft
The Loft, above Virginia's art studio in the barn adjacent to the main
house, offers a wall of windows onto the same northern lookout as Mountain
View Room. In addition to a king-size bed in the sleeping area, there
is a twin bed and a futon couch in the living room which can be
opened to a queen-size bed. An equipped kitchen, full bath, 30 x18 foot
living area with woodstove fireplace, air conditioning, ceiling fans,
and cable TV and internet round out the accommodations. This is the
perfect place for a creative person to access his or her muse! Weekly
rates are a possibility -- especially artists, writers, and persons on
spiritual retreat.
Tariff: $160 per night, d/o; plus 8% tax. Extra person(s) $35
per night per person (Loft limited to five persons). Two-night minimum
weekend stays in high season; 8% NH room and meals tax will be added.
HOUSE RULES AND GUIDELINES
| Pets and Allergies To ensure that our guest rooms remain free of allergens for everyone, we ask that you not bring your pets here. If you’re traveling with pets, kennels in the area will board pets by advance reservation. We’ll provide phone numbers, if needed. We love animals and, in fact, have several, but they are never allowed near guest rooms. They do visit the public areas, however, so if you have dog or cat allergies, consider packing your allergy medicine and/or plan to breakfast on the porch. (Bella, our Labrador retriever, relishes country walks and endless fetching, if you’d like a temporary surrogate. The cat usually has outside work to do.) Children Generally speaking, BMB&B is not suitable for children under the age of eight, whose needs could lessen the pleasure of other guests. Likewise, we would not be an appropriate spot for adolescents in need of constant stimulation, especially the noisy electronic variety. Families with younger children may stay in the Mountain View Loft apartment, which offers privacy from other guests. Smoking We provide a smoke-free environment for our family, friends and guests. Dates of Operation BMB&B will be open this year from mid April until the end of October. Reservations during the winter and early spring season may be made by special arrangement with the hosts. Arrival and Departure Check-in is between 3-6 pm; check-out is before 11 am. Please notify us if other arrangements are necessary to accommodate you. Amenities Laundry service for guests doing extended travel is available. Please ask us about other personal services. We want you to be comfortable, and to recommend us to your friends! Payment Advance reservations require one night’s deposit or 50% of a stay more than two days, with the remainder due upon check-in. We accept MasterCard, VISA, Traveler’s and personal checks, and all rates are USD. The 2008 “high season” is from May 15th to October 30th. |
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RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
A deposit equal to 50% of your visit confirms your reservation (full payment for one-night stays).The remainder is requested upon arrival. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Traveler’s and personal checks. Rates are USD.
In the event of a cancellation, your deposit minus $20 will be returned if we are notified at least 14 days before arrival. If less than 14 days, the entire deposit is forfeited. If you wish to reschedule you may do so at no cost. Full rate will be charged if guests do not arrive, come after the reservation date, or depart before the final date of confirmed registration. All deposits are credited to the last night(s) of the reservation period and will be forfeited in case of early departure.
TRAVEL DIRECTIONS & CONTACT INFO
Bridgewater Mountain Bed and Breakfast is located five miles from Exit 24 off Interstate 93. We’ll provide travel detail with your confirmed reservation via email or snail mail. PLEASE bring these with you for guidance, and DON'T rely on MapQuest, Google, GPS or other computer mapping sources. These don't work well in our rural area because their road maps are not current and Bridgewater is mostly wilderness! Trust us, or the experience of a few past guests who didn't!
Tom and Virginia Slayton, proprietors
Bridgewater Mountain Bed and Breakfast
984 Bridgewater Hill Road
Bridgewater, NH 03264-5809
Telephone: 603-968-3966
Email: info@bridgewatermountain.com
Web site: www.bridgewatermountain.com
Thank you so much for such a wonderful stay. Kathryn and I had a great time, and we simply loved your home and the room. It was an experience we hope to repeat soon and often. The food and amenities were exceptional. Thank you for your directions and suggestions for walks. And thanks for letting us play with Bella – she’s a wonderful dog. Best wishes, and we hope to see you again very soon! - Ian Cook |
We just wanted to say thank you again for a wonderful experience. We loved your home and you made us feel very welcome. We can't say enough about the room, view and flowers. We wish you much joy and happiness in your new venture as B & B owners. Hopefully our paths will cross again, you both were so much fun to talk to. Enjoy your summer. – Lauren and Phil |
Many thanks for a lovely, cozy weekend in the White Mountains. Surely a place we will revisit. – Susan and Jay |
I am grateful for sharing your serene home and gracious hospitality. I leave refreshed and joyful. – Chris |
Thank you for a wonderful time and retreat. Apple pie for breakfast! Yummmmm! – Cathy and Bill |
We couldn't have picked a better place to spend a couple of days and nights. The loft is a truly beautiful place to stay with an awesome view! The furnishings are beautiful and the bed sheets oh-so-soft! We felt completely at home. Bella, the surrogate lab, was a joy to have around and take for a walk. Virginia's cooking is superb.Thanks for everything! – Jeff and Kathy |
It was a beautiful experience for Paul and I. Thanks for taking good care of us. All the little things show your kind hospitality. We hope to visit you guys soon. – Paul and Sue |
One of the best B&B's we've ever stayed at! Excellent! We will return. – Jerry and
Andrea |
We loved staying at your beautiful haven. It was inspirational and your hospitality was awesome. Hope we can come back again sometime soon. – Teresa
and Ken |
Thanks for a wonderful stay! Our room was beautiful and comfortable and the views were stunning. – Vicki and Phyllis |
Our second visit with you only confirms our first impression. This is a place of beauty and joy! We loved being with you and congratulate you for the PERFECT B&B. We look forward to returning. – Priscilla
and Whit |
Truly enjoyed the view, the perfect weather and the great muffins (yummm!) The Loft is definitely it! – Don and Kari |
Thanks for pampering us while we were visiting the beautiful NH. It was a delight for us to stay in your wonderful home. The breakfast was delicious and the blueberry pancakes were out of this world. We hope to visit you again in the near future. – Ragini and Vivek |
This is the best B & B we've ever been to, —this may be as close to heaven as we get —and we thank you both for sharing. You were both a pleasure to meet. We'll see you again, I'm sure. – Pat and Ralph |
One of the truly great places. You are wonderful people. – John and Katie |
What a lovely environment you've created to match the mountains. Certainly a focus of power and healing. The spectacular mists on the mountains framed with brilliant flowers, sleeping on soft sheets with essence of jasmine. You are hosts par excellence! – Rich and
Mimi |
We throughly enjoyed our Mountain View Room and the bountiful breakfast. Sharing your stories made the time together very special. How nice to have the Wellesley connection! – Liz and Bob |
The mountain view is priceless. Thank you for the restoring visit. I'll be back some autumn. – Connie |
There's no place like home, and this place comes close to it! We will send other travelers this way so they can experience it for themselves. – Gloria and Veronica |
It's great waking up to the singing birds and the cool mountain mists. – Nancy
and Keith |
Thanks for all your kindness and extraordinary "service". It was wonderful enjoying these last two days in your magnificent home. Thanks for sharing it. I look forward to seeing you soon. – Jack |
What a fabulous visit! We love the loft —why would anyone ever stay any place else? Your gracious hospitality and delicious breakfasts are so appreciated. – Lucy and Ward |
You've completely spoiled us! I hope I'll manage to come back to your place. Please let me know if you come to Rome. I'll be happy to show you our ancient city. – Edith and Analise |
We took a chance and have been more than pleasantly surprised, enchanted by your hospitality and charm. Thank you for being yourselves and welcoming us here. I'm most content in mind and spirit. – Gil and Lydia |
Thank you for your warm hospitality to us on our wonderful visit to New Hampshire. We also visited Boston and Vermont, but staying at your B&B was truly the highlight of our trip. We really hope to return again someday. We are still bragging about it to our family and friends. As I mentioned to you, the bed in The Mountain View Room was the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in. I loved it, as well as the sheets, quilt and comforter. In fact, I told my husband, I want to buy those very sheets if I can. They were the blue and white ones. If you don't mind, could you tell me where you got them? They were really, great sheets! – Rose
and Jack |
Just a short note to say thanks for sharing your hospitality with us. We especially enjoyed the fine food and the million dollar view. I know we would recommend your establishment to anyone interested in heading your way, and we would also return to stay again if give the opportunity. – Gary & Marilyn |
We really appreciate your hearty kindness. During our stay at your house we really enjoyed and experienced real American life. For your so many kindnesses and provisions we thank you. Hopefully you could visit Korea and give me a chance to return it. We really had a good time and especially we can not forget the nice days at your house. Please be healthy ever and take care. – Young-Mo |
Don't forget Bridgewater Mountain Studio...
We invite you to browse through the artwork at the associated Bridgewater Mountain Studio. Virgina K. Slayton is the artist. Many of her works are available as original paintings.
| We would like to share our congratulations with our friend and neighbor, Fanny Whitman, as she launches her Polarity Therapy and Reiki Craniosacral Therapy Practice here on Bridgewater Mountain. To learn more about Fanny's work, or to contact her for an appointment you may visit her web page, which is located here. |
