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Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14

Family-friendly stay with outdoor pool in Amherst

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Interior
Interior
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Amherst, NH
  • Place, LaBelle Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Baboosic Lake Town Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Merrimack Premium Outlets
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Amherst

In Amherst .You'll find Baboosic Lake Town Beach and LaBelle Winery within 3 miles (5 km) of this farm stay. Hartshorn Pond Rock and Mont Vernon Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • LaBelle Winery - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Baboosic Lake Town Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Saint Anselm College - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Southern New Hampshire University Arena - 20 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Merrimack Premium Outlets - 21 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nashua, NH (ASH-Nashua Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Station 101 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The BrickHouse Restaurant & Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Union Coffee Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14

Journey Cake Farm, known for having more stonewalls than any other property in New Hampshire. This stunning Georgian Colonial was built around 1840 and is loaded with period features and architectural details throughout its 5,004 SF main house which sits on 20+ acres of pastures and woodlands with a tennis court & in-ground pool.
This property is great for family reunions, weekend getaways and connecting with nature. Turn off the electronics and unwind, reconnect to the way life use to be. Enjoy the Great Room and its stone fireplace or lounge by the inground swimming pool.
Situated minutes from Manchester and Nashua, NH and less than an hour from Boston, MA, the NH Seacoast and the mountains, Journey Cake Farm is the perfect home base for all that a New England vacation offers.
Attractions close by include LaBelle Winery, Amherst Country Club, Hampshire Hills Sports Complex, Souhegan River for fishing and kayaking and direct access to 70 acres of conservation land.
The area is known for antiquing and one of the more popular shops is The Robin's Egg in Amherst,NH is 1/4 of a mile away.
There are many museums just a short distance from Journey Cake Farm , such as the Currier Museum of Art, McAullife Sheppard Discovery Center, Aviation Museum and the SEE Science Center. In addition the SNHU Center located in Manchester hosts concerts and sports events

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis
  • Video library

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Fenced private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

NO CLIMBING ON ANTIQUE ROCK WALLS DISRUPTION OF ROCK WALLS WILL FORFEIT DEPOSIT
NO CONFETTI / NO GLITTER UNLESS BIODEGRADABLE
ABSOLUTELY NO CANDLES ONLY FLAMES allowed are in GREAT ROOM FIREPLACE and GAS GRILL

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: fenced in pool area/house not childproof

Events

No events allowed
Total # of guests on property 30

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
OUTSIDE IN DESIGNATED AREA

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: total # of guests on property 30
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: total # of guests on property 30 For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming 1840 Farmhouse Pre/post Wedding /great Large Gatherings
Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ Sleeps 14 Amherst
Charming 1840 Farmhouse Pre/post Wedding /great Large Gatherings

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 to the airport?

This farm stay is 18.4 mi (28-min drive) away from the Nashua, NH (ASH-Nashua Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this farm stay.

How close is Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 to the beach?

This farm stay is 2.2 mi (6-min drive) from Baboosic Lake Town Beach.

Does Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 offer free breakfast?

This farm stay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14?

No, there is no casino at this farm stay, but Filotimo Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14?

Free parking is not available at this farm stay.

Does Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 have a pool?

This farm stay features an outdoor pool.

Does Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this farm stay.

How close is Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 to downtown Amherst?

This farm stay is 1.6 mi away from Amherst.

Reviews

Charming 1840 Farmhouse ~ Magical Retreat ~ sleeps 14 Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a lovely part of the world. We found it difficult to leave as we had so much fun using the tennis court and the like.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie K., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Central location for events ranging from Concord to Milford. Marvelous rambling additions to an 1850 farmhouse featuring a spacious great room that held 25 people of 3 generations.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G., Wakefield, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Weekend

We used farmhouse as a base for my daughter's nearby wedding. The house is well appointed with space for everyone. The morning room had great light for getting ready and the grounds made a lovely backdrop for pictures. We would surely go back for another family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay for a family wedding

Journey cake Farm was the perfect house for my whole family to stay for a wedding we were attending… The house was lovely with lots of bedrooms and the property, including a tennis court, was beautiful… The changing fall leaves was an added bonus!! The house was very clean and welcoming, and the host could not have been nicer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Family came together from California, North Carolina, and Utah to stay at this wonderful farm while visiting relatives in Amherst, NH. We all fit very comfortably and really enjoyed our time at this lovely property. The owner, Laura, greeted us. The house is tastefully decorated and was very clean. Everything we needed was in the kitchen. There is a large great room where we were able to play music and sing without bothering any neighbors, since the property is 20 acres. We will definitely rent this home again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K., San Francisco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

My family was traveling to Amherst for a wedding and this home was a great place for us all to be together under one roof. The rooms are great for families and everything as exactly as pictured. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Xmas

Journey Cake Farm was a splendid place to have a story book family reunion
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great gathering venue for family & friends

Excellent , thoughtful owners , very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C., Port Saint Lucie, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Traveled for Funeral

the house was wonderful and comfortable. Lots of room and pleasant spaces to kick back and enjoy our family time together. The younger adults enjoyed exploring every space of the property while everyone else could enjoy the relaxing enviroment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan R., Oceanside, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what I expected

Perfect location for family and friends to celebrate our daughter's wedding. The house was exactly as the listing promised. The family really enjoyed the great room with comfortable couches and the pool table room. But just like any house, most of the activity surrounded the kitchen and adjacent dining room. All spaces were quite comfortable. Most people noted that the beds were quite firm and comfortable as well. Plenty of activity outside as well with the tennis courts, pool and horseshoe pit! The only constructive criticism I would give is that hot water was quite spotty and many a cold/lukewarm shower were taken, with the odd hottish shower thrown in as a welcome surprise. Probably some shower and toilet upgrades would truly make this a special place. Overall we were hoghly satisfied with the experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anson H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

Do not pass this property up. The owner takes meticulous care and it shows. We loved staying on the “estate” and enjoyed the tennis court, fire pit and in the ground pool every day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve O.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Hampshire Estate

This is an amazing house. The place is huge with tons of beds and places to hang out. Our favorite was the side porch with a great view of the woods. The house is incredibly clean. Laura is an amazing host providing a full tour of the house and was quick to respond with any questions. The property is surrounded by woods with hiking trails right out back and it has a big pool. Would recommend this property to anyone coming to the area!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Christmas House

Our family celebrated a wonderful Christmas at this enchanting property:-)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, beautiful, enormous home for family celebrations any time of the year!

We celebrated family gathering for wedding, rehearsal dinner. The house was beautiful, plenty of room for everyone. The grounds were great to explore. The hosts were fantastic! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Stay

Ourselves and wedding party loved staying here and all of us plan on returning back to the property some day! We had a great time and Laura was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway

Awesome property, place is huge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paila M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for Large Groups

This was our second time staying at Journey Cake. The owners have added some nice updates since our last stay 2 years ago. The firepit was a welcomed addition as we were able to all hang out late into the evening together. The tennis courts were cleaned and updated so the kids made use of them this time around. The pool area is clean and spacious. Just wished the refrigerator out there was working. With a large group comes lots of food and beverages and we could have utilized another refrigerator. The house is very large and situated on a good sized piece of land. Plenty of bedrooms and places around the house for people to relax. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome getaway house with wonderful grounds

Laura and her sister Joyce were great hosts. Communication before and during our stay was excellent. The house and grounds were spotless and equipped with everything anyone would need. The house and pool are much nicer than the pictures convey and there is a wonderful firepit, tennis court and walking trails. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of space for our large family. We were all very comfortable and loved every moment of our stay. This is definitely somewhere you want to stay and we would definitely visit again. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Party and guest house

This property was perfect for our wedding party and their guests. Plenty of space and a great way to spend time together outside of the wedding. Also, had plenty of room for hair and make-up for everyone before the wedding. The owner was very nice and easy to get a hold of. The beds weren't super comfortable -- mattress toppers would do wonders! Overall, great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent retreat

Our trip to Amherst was wonderful - We weren't sure what to expect with an older home, but we were pleasantly surprised by how clean, comfortable, and accommodating everything was. And huge! Access to the trail right outside was a huge plus. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic New Year’s Stay

Our family of 12 adults and 2 little ones spent 5 days over New Years at this fantastic, warm, happy home. So many bedrooms! All were so comfortable! This house is huge, and so thoughtfully decorated- we especially appreciated all the Christmas decorations throughout the house. In addition to being so spacious, it was immaculately clean and so very well equipped. We enjoyed family meals in the large dining room, and spent hours and hours in the Great room by the fire. Hiking and walking right out the door were enjoyed by many.. Laura met us at check in and toured the home with us,, giving us background and history on the home, which we really appreciated. Our winter stay was amazing, I can only imagine how wonderful it would be to stay in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Venue 👍🏼

Amazing property with loads of on site activities for the whole family’s liking. Beautiful scenery and decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ariel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Giant property

This place was unbelievable. It was like three houses in one. So giant. We were there was nine people and we couldn’t find each other half the time. You could probably fit 40 people in this house. Also, there was a pool, a tennis court, giant yard of multiple levels, a little vegetable farm that you can pick from. It feels like the kind of place that you can go to for months and never leave the grounds!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was perfect for our family!

Perfect! We hope to return next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020