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

Vacation home near Cranmore Mountain Resort in North Conway

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Golf
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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North Conway, NH
  • Place, Saco River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Echo Lake State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranmore Mountain Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

North Conway

Birch Hill stay.A stay at this Birch Hill vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of White Mountain National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Saco River. Also, Echo Lake State Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and White Horse Ledge is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Saco River - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Echo Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Kahuna Laguna - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Haveli Indian Cuisine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Co. - ‬15 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.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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.

Events

No events allowed
We are located in a quiet residential area.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking allowed.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: We are located in a quiet residential area. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi (12-min drive) from Beach Area #1 and 6.7 mi (13-min drive) from Beach Area no. 2. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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.

Is there free parking at The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Gecko Inn - Shopping, Santas Village, Skiing, Hot Tub, hikes, families, pets to downtown North Conway?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from North Conway.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ken was most welcoming and responded very quickly to questions. A small note...there are only 4 or so smaller spoons in the silverware drawer. As always, the Gecko Inn is a warm and welcoming place for our extended family to enjoy a wonderful winter getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well prepared. Very responsive hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Gecko Inn was perfect for our family ski trip. Amenities were as described. There was plenty of space for us to spread out and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Hosts were prompt and clear in their communication and provided a helpful guide to the property. The house is in a quiet, convenient location and has a terrific layout for a family holiday get-together. We were pleased with our stay at the Gecko Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second time staying at the Gecko Inn, and once again it proved to be a reliable and comfortable rental. The host is communicative and organized. The home is very clean, well-stocked with everything we need in the kitchen, and spacious enough for everyone to spread out. We usually spend our time shopping, eating, and playing card games, but having the hot tub to unwind in is an added bonus. We hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was ideal for our family and the location could not have been better. We had two young children, a two year-old and a four-year-old who is so enjoy swimming in the hot tub and running up and down all the stairs. Would highly recommend it for anyone who has young children and grandparents that help big time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time. House is not far from town. Hot tub was great for the family. Owner was responsive to communication. Our kids loved hunting for all of the Geckos around the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A., Medford, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay at the Gecko Inn! It had everything for our two families to keep the kids entertained, is so close to everything, aces all around!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends weekend

We came up to tube the saco house was perfect in a close location to town hot tub was nice beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gecko inn

Great time, we were all thrilled to see a porcupine in the back yard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break!

We had so much fun! The house offers a family vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski vacation

We have been to the Geicko Inn many times. It is an excellent ski house, close to the mountains and North Conway. We have always had a great time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Year

We have stayed at the Gecko Inn for our family winter getaway for a number of years now. This home is perfect for our family, warm, clean and welcoming! It is in close proximity to our favorite "play in the snow" activities. Our grandchildren (4, 9 and12) look forward to it every year...especially counting the geckos and checking out any new ones. Ken and Tanya are gracious hosts and regularly respond to any questions. We love our family winter vacation at the Gecko Inn!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice property

we had a great time! Perfect for our frouo of 8! Everything you need is there. Having the 3 bathrooms with our group was awesome.. enjoyed the hot tub. Great. Location. We made our dinner and the kitchen was perfect had everything we needed and plenty of seatong and sleeping.. would highly recommend@
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness

2025 ski trip

Great place to stay for Skiing. Near many ski areas, nice accommodations, and a hot tub after a good day on the slopes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday getaway

Perfect Holiday getaway for our large family. Plenty of room and quick response from host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend

The house was beautifully decorated for the holidays, clean, warm and comfortable.Plenty of room for the 7 adult women - would love to stay there in the different seasons.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

We love the Gecko Inn

We had another fun family getaway at the Gecko Inn! As always, the house was clean and has plenty of space for us to spread out and play games and enjoy the family. This time we celebrated Thanksgiving and were treated to the first snow of the season. The Gecko Inn is located close to all the stores and sites of North Conway. We’ll be back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Great time at the Gecko Inn

The hot tub was wonderful. Had all the amenities needed. It was very homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ladies Weekend

The past 10 years, (maybe more) a few of us life long friends stay at the Gecko Inn for a weekend in N ovember. Never fails, each time we walk back into the Gecko Inn it feels like home!! We are ALWAYS
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great girls’ weekend!

The Gecko Inn is our go-to in the North Conway area for girls’ weekend. The house is comfortable, clean, and well-appointed, and a short drive from shopping, dining, and recreation. Perfect for playing board games, relaxing, and preparing meals. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable

The house was very clean and had no shortage of rooms to stay in. The porch was great to hang out on, carve a pumpkin and give the dogs treats. The neighborhood was quiet and great for walking the dogs, I wish I had brought bikes as it would have been a lot of fun to ride the hills. We had a little difficulty with the tv but the host was helpful and easy to reach, though we never were able to figure out what was wrong with it. We lost power one morning due to high winds but I was able to get the power company's number and while we were out for the day the called to tell me the power had been restored. The kitchen was a great size and had plenty of dishes etc to be able to do lots of cooking. There was a foosball table that my daughter absolutely loved. My only complaint would be that I would have preferred a smart TV since the cable didn't work on the main floor and the offering of a DVD collection, since the cable was out. Overall a really great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024