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TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fireplace
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Day bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

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
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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)

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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

Map
North Conway, NH

What's nearby

  • Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center - 11 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
  • ‪Barley and Salt - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Moose Restaurant & Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬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. Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center and MWV Children's Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Micheal P.

Liked: Cleanliness
North conway
Excellent vacation spot
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Located in a peaceful neighborhood, this was the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy Conway and the greater area for the week. Plenty of space for our family to spread out (teens got their privacy!). The deck and hot tub were perfect for relaxing in after a day hiking too! The owners were very responsive when we had issues that arose.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt just like home
We had only five adults and one almost 3 year old granddaughter with us (and their dog) and were so comfortable. We never used the downstairs but it looked like a fun area to play in. The owners were very responsive to our questions prior to arriving. The only suggestion we would make is to add some larger biwls (for soup, salad, etc.) it really helped to have everything labeled so we could put everything back in place. The location is perfect for getting into Conway and other scenic sites. Very quiet as well. We will def recommend this rental to friends or family looking to visit the Conway area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Conway getaway
We had a wonderful time at the Gecko Inn! Great location to awesome downtown Noryh Conway and beautiful sites and excusions. The home had plenty of space and was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sears M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home and hosts
This home is an incredible place for families to stay and enjoy all that the white mountains have to offer. There is plenty of space for everyone, all the linens, towels, bathrooms, and outside space a large party needs to enjoy themselves. And on top of that, the hosts are communicative and kind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Property was wonderful. Cleanliness of freezer and fans was NOT Good. If I have to pay for cleaning I would like these things clean when I arrive. We were told to put the awning back toward the house however it was not that way when we arrived. A beautiful home! Beautiful location.Just have a problem for paying for something that wasn't ready for us.dining room had cobwebs on light over the table!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Gecko Inn
The house was perfect for our family vacation! Close to everything we wanted to see and do! The kids and adults loved hot tub! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

8/10 Good

Marcia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gecko Inn
Over all we were comfortable. Lighting is poor and the bunk beds on the main floor are not comfortable. I had to purchase face cloths because there was only 1 per person for 7 days stay. I am not into using the same washcloth over and over. Had to use bath towels 3 days each. Also, only 1 roll of toilet paper doesn't cut it for a 7 day stay either. Had to purchase that also. And there is no air-conditioning. We had every fan going day and night. With this said it is close to shops and restaurants and main attractions. Used the hot tub one morning before it got hot and humid outside. Grilled most of our food but was too humid to eat outside. Was really confused about all the recycling rules, so one night we burned what we could and took the rest of the trash with us to dispose at home. The mountains are some of the most beautiful you have ever seen along with the stream, rivers and waterfalls. So overall I do rate the stay at a 9 but glad to be home and in my own bed tonight.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Gecko Inn
Great location. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home
Beautiful, secluded property in a quiet neighborhood. The house had everything we could have needed and the kids loved the hot tub and foosball table. We had zero issues during our stay and would highly recommend this property. The hosts were also very responsive and polite to work with throughout the whole process.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C., nashua nh

Liked: Cleanliness
End of school mini vacation
We really enjoyed our stay at the Gecko Inn. The whole place is set up for comfort and relaxation. It is close to everything while still being in a quiet and private neighborhood. We were surprised to find things we didn’t even predict we would need like a baby gate and bed rails. Unfortunately it rained a lot during our stay but there were puzzles, board games and fusbol to keep us busy. We had a great time and hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend Away
Once again, we had a great family weekend of fun at the Gecko Inn! This house is perfect for us. Great location,close to Zeb’s and the downtown shops and Diana’s Baths. It has lots of space for us to spread out and it is very clean. We have epic Foosball tournaments! And everyone loves the hot tub. This is our 3rd stay and we will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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

Michele V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at the Gecko Inn
We absolutely loved our stay!!! We unfortunately had 3 very large uninvited 8 legged guests show up; but they were quickly evicted. Other than that we will have beautiful memories!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Geckomania
Great house for a family of all ages. We had a great time counting geckos and still don’t have a final on who found the most…?The home was perfect for us with the 3 bathrooms. Nobody was ever in anyone’s way!! The hot tub room was a sweet treat and a much appreciated bonus! We did not use the fireplace but it was nice to have the option. I would highly recommend The Gecko Inn. Thank you very much!🌞
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023