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Historic Hotels in Jackson New Hampshire

By Christine Bude, published Sep 30, 2008
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Jackson is a scenic New England town in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. In the 19th century Jackson was a popular summer resort, offering relief from the heat of urban areas, such as Boston. The area developed to become a year around getaway. Jackson is a destination with outdoor activities all four seasons of the year. This White Mountain area offers rushing rivers, covered bridges, old fashioned railway rides, downhill skiing, Nordic skiing, sleigh rides, ice skating, snowshoeing, hiking trails, mountain-biking trails, whitewater rafting and more.

Historic Hotels in Jackson, New Hampshire of the White Mountains

Travelers who enjoy history often like the character of historic hotels. Eagle Mountain House and Golf Club is a hotel that is a member of Historic Hotels of America. Wentworth Resort Hotel and The Inn at Thorn Hill also have a historic background.

Eagle Mountain House and Golf Club

Eagle Mountain House is a century old resort that exemplifies New England. The resort offers panoramic views of the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Originally the property as a farm, in 1879, the original house was destroyed by fire in 1915. In 1916 the Eagle Mountain House was opened, with94 guest rooms and suite, spectacular mountain views and a romantic 280 foot wrap around veranda.

A nine hole golf course transformed the farmland in front of the inn into a nine hole golf course. .

Eagle Mountain was restored as a historic country inn by the present owner's associations. In 1991 the property was included in the National Register of Historic Places. In 1995 Eagle Mountain House joined the membership of Historic Hotels of America.

The inn in the heart of the famous White Mountains offers outdoor recreation includes cross country skiing, golf, tennis, outdoor swimming pool, lawn games, exercise room, hot tub and saunas. Dining on the premises include Highfield Restaurant, Eagle Landing Tavern and Sunday Champagne Jazz Brunch.

Eagle Mountain House, Carter Notch Road, Jackson, New Hampshire 03846. 1-800-966-5779.

Wentworth Resort Hotel

Historic Hotels in Jackson New Hampshire

River in New Hampshire

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Takeaways
  • New Hampshire is a scenic New England State.
  • The White Mountains are a popular recreation area.
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Posted on 10/15/2008 at 12:10:57 PM

 
Great job!

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Lovely photo.

Posted on 09/30/2008 at 7:09:15 PM

 
Sounds good to me.

Posted on 09/30/2008 at 7:09:46 AM

 
Must be beautiful this time of year, too!

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