Wakefield Inn

Wow, it has been a while since I have written a blog….sorry to those who enjoy my updates.  So, after a very busy summer I am hoping to get back into letting the world know what is going on in our neck of the woods.  We have so much to do within an hour of here, much more than 10, that a weekend trip is just not long enough.  Wakefield Inn is also located at the geographical center of New England so we are the perfect place to stay as a base, and each day head in a different direction.

10 Fun , Must Do activities within One Hour:

1. Castle in the Clouds:  The title says it all, and once you visit this mystical place you will want to go back again and again. Stop in to see Zeus, the largest horse in the US.

2.19th Century Willowbrook Historic Village: Step back in time to the Victorian Era, and walk the grounds, see a real one room school house, a Concord Coach, clothing, farm implements and a home all set just waiting for the owners to come back.  My girls even like going back, so it must be fun:) Just ask us for your free tickets for 4 before you go.

3. Lake Winnipesaukee: Many ways to see New Hampshire’s Largest lake; Drive around, walk along or take a boat.  From the docks in Wolfeboro you can take the M/S Mount Washington or the Antique boat Millie B.

4. Squam Lake Natural Science Center is a great place for the entire family.  Walk the nature trails and see all kinds of animals, up close and in a natural setting.

5. Loon Center Set along Lake Winnipesaukee, this center for the study of Loons is a great place to get outside in nature and walk along the trails.  You may see nesting Loons and other wildlife, you will definitely the beautiful landscape.  You can also go on a lake cruise to see the Loons and the Bald Eagles.

6. Remick Country Doctor Museum Living and Sustainable Farm in rural New Hampshire with animals to see and touch, activities for the whole family.  Check out their website for the Hearth side dinners and step back in time when the family meal was cooked over the open fireplace.

7. Canturbury Shaker Village  The Shaker movement in New Hampshire reached the peak in the mid-1800′s then the Industrial Revolution started and changed all that.  Visit the village set in the New England countryside and walk in the footsteps of Shakers.

8. New Hampshire Farm Museum is an outstanding example of rural family life 200 years ago.  Walk through the barn and the house, hear the history and then walk the grounds and see the gardens.  Before you leave be sure to check out the gift shop and get some locally made products to take home.

9. Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center: 160 acres of forest, fields and ponds with 3 miles of trails to explore.

10 Wright Museum See the collection and display of artifacts that illustrate the Second World War’s significant and lasting impact on American life. Check this place out, you will not be disappointed.