Farm By the River Bed and Breakfast with Stables2555 West Side Rd. North Conway, NH 603-356-2694, 1-888-414-8353www.farmbytheriver.comStables Reservation only 603-356-6640North Conway: Sleigh Rides, Horseback Riding and Things to do the White Mountains of NH Outdoor Recreation, Attractions, Vendors, Services, Calendar, Nearby Activities
North Conway is the center for outdoor activities such as: Sleigh rides and winter horseback riding and snowshoeing right here at the Farm by the River. Horseback riding is offered year round even in the winter the Stables at the Farm by the River, and in the summer months Saco River frontage for swimming and fly fishing is available on sits. We are only 2 miles from Mt. Cranmore for skiing and tubing, hiking , X-C skiing, snowmobiling, rock and ice climbing are located nearby. In the Heart of the Mt. Washington Valley- North Conway offers a perfect White Mountain getaway in New Hampshire. Here you can enjoy tax-free shopping, live theatre, museums, and numerous restaurants. The Farm by the River Bed and Breakfast with stables in North Conway offers summer and fall carriage rides, horseback riding all year and group and private sleigh rides in the winter- to the public as well as inn guests
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| Since 1771- The Farm By the River B and B with Stables is just two miles from downtown North Conway in NH. The Bed and Breakfast inn has a nine rooms and is on 70 scenic acres along the Saco River with year round equestrian stables- just two miles from North Conway Village. Our B and B with stables offers year-round horseback riding, sleigh rides, wagon rides and other on -site activities. Below is a list of things to do in the area. |
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STABLES ARE OPEN YEAR ROUND Horse rides are open to the public & inn guests: $99 Special -sleigh ride for two with comp. champagne and chocolates- $89 inn guest rate Horseback riding is offered year round, pony rides and wagon are offered until snowfall and sleigh rides are offered in the winter. Sleigh rides on wheels until snowfall. All rides are available weather permitting and there are weight and age restrictions. Stables reservations only: 603-356-6640 For more information see our link: Stables |
FOR INN GUESTS ONLY Complimentary On-Site Activities:
Saco River swimming and fly-fishing, winter snowshoeing- snowshoes provided, full patio or fireside breakfast. All rms. with priv. baths, A/C, WiFi. A variety of rooms are available: Deluxe rooms with 2-person jacuzzi &/or fireplaces. Family suites, and superior queen rooms available too. Inn Res. Only: 1-888-414-8353 |
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Carriage and Wagon rides-spring-snowfall. A carriage ride for 2- holds up to 5 people. Perfect for weddings and elopements |
Horseback riding is offered year round at the Farm by the River Bed and Breakfast with equestrian stables. |
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WINTER OUTDOOR RECREATION:
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Private Victorian Sleigh Rides for 2 to 5 people |
Rides for up to 14 people on the Big Red Sleigh |
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THINGS TO DO: OUTDOOR RECREATION, NATURAL SITES, HIKING TRAILS, ENTERTAINMENT AND EVENTS IN THE MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY The below activities are listed by using the Farm By the River B and B as the center point. The list of activities is incomplete, and is intended to give our inn guests or potential inn guests the opportunity to plan their vacations. |
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NEARBY WINTER RECREATION ACTIVITIES |
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Mt. Cranmore (2 miles), 603-356-5543 The Farm has special rates for Mt. Cranmore for skiing, tubing and roller coastering. Attitash- 603-374-2368 (15 min.), Wildcat -603-466-3327(20 min), Bretton Woods- 603-278-3322 (17 miles.) Tubing & Roller Coastering-
Mt Cranmore, North Coneay -Farm by theRiver has
discounts for our guests or packages .Cross-Country Skiing - Bretton woods 603-278-3322 (17 miles.) Mt. Washington Snow Fields/ Tuckerman's Ravine, April - June (20 min). no lifts Ice Skating, Outside skating free in North Conway, and also in Conway at the Ham Arena. Ham Arena
inside skating with limited hours-603-447-5886 |
Northern Extremes, Bartlett- 1-866-792-2143 (only 20 min. away) www.bearnotchsnowmobilerentals.com Fryeburg Snowmobile Rentals, Fryeburg, ME 1-207-9351220 www.sledandbed.com (20 min.away) Ice Climbing, Dec. - March. White Horse and Cathedral Ledges (1/2 mile). Ice Climbing and Skiing Mt. Washington-Huntington Ravine
Climbing Schools: International Mountain Equipment (2 miles) Eastern Mountain Sports, North Conway. (2miles) Many other independent climbing instructors in the area. Museums:
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Climbing
Rock Climbing, April to Nov.: White Horse and Cathedral Ledges (1 mile). Mt. Washington –Huntington Ravine (20 miles)
Climbing Schools: International Mountain Equipment (2 miles) Eastern Mountain Sports, North Conway. (2miles) Many other independent climbing instructors in the area.
There are many hiking trails and swimming holes in the area. The innkeepers at the Farm By the River will let our guests in on the best places. |
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Hiking in the White Mountain
National Forest: Echo Lake State Park: 1.2 mile
away OTHER LINKS White Mountain National Forest |
There are various hiking trails too
numerous to mention. We are 7 miles from the Kancamangus Highway- a
scenic drive with many hiking trails along this highway.
Trails and Maps
biking, hiking, cross country skiing, snowmobile, ATV and many
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Mountain Biking Trails, (1/2 mile). Trail Heads from Echo Lake, Diana Bath and other local places. Bicycle Rentals: Joe Jones, North Conway- 356-9411 Red Jersey Cyclery: 374-2700 Bartlett Sports Outlet- 356--3133 North Conway
Kayaking and Canoeing:
Many outfits available in the North Conway area. Saco Bound, Center Conway 447-2177 Saco Valley Canoe, Route 302, Center Conway 447-2444 Northern Extremes, North Conway 356-4718
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Fly Fishing - End of May-Oct 15 -brown and rainbow trout On- site fly-fishing at the Farm By the River B and B School, supplies and licenses: North Country Angler, (2 miles ) North Conway. 356-6000
Rock Climbing, April-Fall White Horse and Cathedral Ledges (1/2 mile). Ice Climbing and Skiing Mt. Washington-Huntington Ravine Climbing Schools: International Mountain Equipment (2 miles) Eastern Mountain Sports, North Conway. (2miles) Many other independent climbing instructors in the area.
Outdoor Escapes 528-0136, Lakeport ,NH Wilderness Guide, Lucie Villeneuve Personalized, guided outdoor adventures all year long |
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AREA ATTRACTIONS |
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All Aboard for the Polar Express! Conway Scenic Railroad Polar Express Lodging Packages at the Farm By the River B & B with Stables Reserve Now contact us
Railroads: Conway Scenic Railroad (2 miles) Mt. Washington Cog Railroad, (30 miles) 846-5404 Cog RR snow train-winter weather permitting |
Stables at the Farm By the River B and B stables Open all year long: 603-356-6640
Santa's Village 603-589-4445 www.santasvillage.com Storyland - (7 miles) 603- 383-4293 Mid May thru Fall Lost River,- Lincoln, NH Mid May thru Fall Mount Washington Auto Rd.- Mid May-Winter
Golf Courses in North Conway: Hales Location - 9 holes 1/2 mile away North Conway Country Club - 2 miles 18 holes, range. Wentworth Golf Resort, - Jackson 18 holes (8 mi ) Eagle Mountain House, - 9 holes & range, Jackson (10 miles) .
Scenic Drives 10-15 min. away from the Farm by the River Washington Auto Rd., (15 miles) 466-3988- fee Kancamangus Highway (Scenic Byway)-US Scenic Byway White Mountains Loop tour from North Conway |
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NEARBY ENTERTAINMENT |
| Live Theatre 1/2 miles away Mt. Washington Valley Theatre Co., N. Conway (2 miles) 356-5776 Barnstormer's Theatre, Tamworth (15 miles) 323-8500 Movie Theatres: 2-5 miles
away Tax Free Shopping, regional arts & crafts (2 miles away Settlers Green -at www.settlersgreen.com |
Museums 1- 2 miles away Mount Washington Observatory, North Conway Children's Museum, North
Conway
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Vendors and Services for weddings, parties, & occasions |
| Justice of the Peace- On -Site: Richard Davis (603) 356-2694 Weddings and Elopements
DJ and MC services for your wedding, party or special event. Music for any event. Weddings, reunions, birthdays, special events. Audley Williams at (603)-986-3443 North Conway NH
Photographers: Lisa Default: (603) 374-6241 small wed. & elopements http://lisadufaultphoto.webs.com Rich Stimson: (603) 356-9731 ,
Philbrick Photography (603) 356-9822 Tents R Us: (603) 539-1022 www.tents-r-us.com Wrobleski Party Rentals (tents) (603) 447-2633 www.nhtents.com |
Massage Therapist: Lindsey Pickering is a licensed massage therapist with over 10 years experience Call for reservations. (603) 452-8619 Florist: Ruthie’s: (603) 447-8878 Hills (Rita): (603) 356-5750 The Flower Drum: (603) 447-DRUM www.flowerdrum.com Videographer: Meg Simone (603)-986-6234 www.megsimone.com Jewelers: Tim Psaledakis and Friends North Conway,603-356-2189 Limousine Services: Adam's Special Occasions (603)447-2229 also full service Tuxedo Sales & Rental Hair Dresser: Cut Off: (603)
356-6276 Wave Lengths: (603) 356-5688
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SAMPLING OF CALENDAR OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES 2010: |
| Although we are not an information bureau, this incomplete list is intended to give our guests and potential visitors of the area a sampler of the many events and activities taking place at the Farm by the River Bed and Breakfast and also in the Mt. Washington Valley- within the local vicinity of our inn. We do not have the space to list all the great places and activities of the area. POLAR EXPRESS LODGING PACKAGES INCLUDING TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW |
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SUMMER 2011 JUNE: RESERVATIONS TAKEN FOR POLAR EXPRESS PACKAGES AT THE FARM BY THE RIVER B AND B . Please make sure that you call in Now as lodging packages sell quickly! June, TBA -Ride a Horse & Be a Cowgirl: Workshop Getaway: Stables at the Farm by the River. It's all about YOU, having fun in an informal atmosphere, developing confidence and learning the fundamentals of horsemanship. Package includes: 5 nights lodging including tax, breakfast each morn.,1 eve. BBQ, 4 morn lessons, 5 trail rides, 2 eve. sessions. It will be a fun-filled time designed for women 12 yrs old and up-whether you are a mother, sister, daughter or girl friend who wants to learn more about horse care, ground skills & riding skills. See packages. for pricing. Open to the general public and non-inn guests call for prices. Visit the Official New
Hampshire White Mountains Visitor Bureau Father's Day: Sunday June 20.It's all about Dad !Stables at the Farm by the River Special, Avail. to the general public. Dad rides gets 50% off a horseback ride when one or more of his children accompany him on a horseback ride (children must be 8 yrs of age). or Dad gets 50% off a Victorian carriage when TWO or more family members accompany him. Our packages avail. throughout the year. Lupines in Bloom-Wild flowers in bloom throughout the White Mountains during the middle of June May-Oct 15th: Fly-fishing Season-
Inn guests of "The Farm" enjoy private Saco River frontage for
fly- fishing. Lessons can be arranged. June 30: Guest Appreciation Day at Storyland 2011 POLAR EXPRESS PACKAGES The Farm by the River B&B with Stables offers a (2 night stays available w/ tickets to the event for last weekend in Nov. and first 3 weekends of Dec.) Join us aboard The Polar Express, a magical journey to the North Pole. This truly unique adventure departs this December from North Conway and heads to the North Pole..Call 1-888-414-8353 or 1-603-356-2694 to Reserve July July 4th - Fireworks at MT Cranmore, North Conway . Not interested in a crowd? Our Inn guests can watch from our patio deck or go down by the river on our property for a closer look. July TBA- DAY OUT WITH THOMAS Conway
Scenic RR- Phone: 1-800-232-5251 http://www.conwayscenic.com/
9:00am-4:30 Join Thomas the
Tank Engine, everyone's Number 1 engine, as he greets friends of all
ages. Take a 25 min. train ride with a full sized Thomas the tank engine
and meet Sir Topham Hat, the Controller of Thomas's railway.
E July TBA Mt. Washington Hill
Climb-This Hill climb will be contested on exactly the same
course as the historic Mt Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hill Climb – the
toughest Hill climb in the world.. 8:35am-12:30
(open to public 12:30-6pm) Call
603-466-3988 for more details. Summer Concert Series TBA at Cranmore Mountain North Conway July Outdoor concerts in the evening
with a performance on the festival stage at the base of the north slope at
Cranmore Mountain Resort, AUGUST: RESERVATIONS TAKEN FOR POLAR EXPRESS PACKAGES AT THE FARM BY THE RIVER B AND B Aug TBA- Bach Festival, North Conway FALL2011 SEPTEMBER:Fly Fishing Season-fish from our river frontage at the Farm by theRiver till about Oct 15th September TBA Mud
Bowl at Hog Coliseum next to the North Conway Community Center
Playground. For over 30 years Mud Bowl, a double elimination touch
football tournament played in mud, has been raising money for several
charities. For more information call 356-2096.
September TBA- Rail Fans Weekend, Conway Scenic RR OCTOBER: Enjoy fall foliage Victorian carriage or group wagon rides at the public stables at the Farm By the River. Last week of Sept. and the first three weeks of Oct. is generally the fall foliage season. The weather may vary a bit from year to year. stablesOct. first full week in Oct. 2011 Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg, Me only 20 minutes from the Farm by the River -one of the largest, oldest traditional fair.Ghosts and Goblins Tour OCT 29 and 30 Trick and Treat- Tour 9 inns sample Halloween treats and compete for $250 of prizes and join the costume competition. Stay two nights at the Farm by the River B and B tickets are free. See our packages |
FALL 2011 cont. OCT. Continued Oct. 22--31st - Halloween Costume and Cinderella Carriage Ride- Farm by the River Stables - Come for a Private Victorian Carriage Ride in our White Victorian carriage and children in costumes go free. BONUS BONUS BONUS -kids or adults who ride the carriage in Cinderella themed costumes have a chance to enter a contest with prizes. 1st prize of gift certificate of $50, $25 for 2nd prize gift certificate to be used at the stables or inn (some black out dates and restriction apply) . The winners and some participants will be posted on the internet. Oct. TBA - Pumpkin Patch Express A train ride from Conway Scenic Railroad, North Conway.NOVEMBER: Victorian carriage and wagon rides as well as horseback riding are offered at the Farm by the River to inn guests and the general public. Polar Express: Polar Express-, Fri. , Sat. , Sun. Starting the last weekend of Nov. and 3 weeks of Dec.2011 Two night lodging packages incl. tickets -Available at the Farm By the River B and B with Stables. Add on a sleigh ride-Call early for these packages. packages.Nov. TBA Santa Express Conway Scenic RR WINTER 2011 DECEMBER Time to enjoy a sleigh ride at The Farm. Ski & Stay Packages avail.Polar Express-,. Fri. ,Sat. ,Sun. Starting First 3 weeks in Dec. Two night lodging packages incl. tickets - Available at the Farm By the River B and B with Stables. Add on a sleigh ride. packages.JANUARY: $99Valentine Special -sleigh ride offered Jan. thru March at theStables at the Farm by the River is offering a Valentine Special: Victorian sleigh ride for two with complimentarychampagne and chocolates $99 general
public, inn guests $89 RESERVATIONS TAKEN NOW FOR POLAR EXPRESS PACKAGES AT THE FARM BY THE RIVER B & B. packages
Tamworth Sled Dog Racing Event Jan. TBA and Feb. TBA Free to spectators-Lake Chocorua -About 20 min. from N. Conway. Starts 9am 603-875-1606
Jan 31: Snow sculpturing, Jackson
FEBRUARY : $99 special sleigh ride for two with comp. champagne and chocolates. ($89 for inn guests. Stay at the Farm by the river Take a sleigh ride for two. Why not try our Romance Elopement or Honeymoon package. packages
SPRING 2011 MARCH $99 special sleigh ride for two with comp. champagne and chocolates. ($89 for inn guests. March 25 and 26th - March Maple Madness Weekend - A Maple Sugaring Event That Will Tap Your Sense of Whimsy, Take this tour and take advantage of our two night stay package with tickets included. March Maple Madness is an inn-to-inn tour where guests can sample maple selections, both savory and sweet at each participating inn and partner places. See our packages. The March Maple Madness is part scavenger hunt, part road rally, where guests/participants have the opportunity to earn points as they drive a tour route guided by directions "riddled with clues". . The guest/participant who receives the most points along the way will win a grand prize valued at over $400!EMS Mountaineering School lessons, throughout the month. Ski to the Clouds, contact www.skitotheclouds.com APRIL: Stables is open daily year round, for horseback rides, carriage, wagon and pony rides: 603-356-6640. Farm By the River B and B with Stables Spring Break/Fling Package. See our packages
MAY: Special Mother's Weekend Lodging Special - Stay two nights; Fri. and Sat. or Sat and Sun at our Bed and Breakfast and included in the stay are two complimentary horseback rides or a complimentary Victorian carriage ride for two. Upgrade to a deluxe room with fireplace and /or jacuzzi. Bring the family -Two room Family suites available. See our packages.
May - CONWAY SCENIC RAILROAD'S MOTHERS' DAY
SPECIAL Mother's Day- Stables at Farm by theRiver Stables Special, May
At our Stables Mom rides and gets 50% off on a horseback
ride when one or more of her
children accompany her on a horseback ride (children must be 8 yrs of
age), or treat mom for a Victorian carriage ride 50% mom's ride off
when two or more family members accompany her. May TBA Home and Garden show. Fryeburg Me. (fair
grounds) May last weekend -weekends only Storyland open. |
The Farm By the River Bed and Breakfast with Stables2555 West Side
Rd. North Conway, NH 03860 Stables Information and Reservations Only: 603-356-6640 For More Details, Explore The Following Links |
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