Places to Stay

Island Girl · 01-20-2010, 07:27 PM

We are looking for options to stay at the lake over the next few weeks. Must be clean, at least queen beds, free high speed internet access and a bonus would be cable tv that gets NESN.

Also want the price under 100 per night for two adults. Less is better!!!

We prefer Alton, Gilford Laconia but would consider other locations. We will be bringing the snowmobiles so access to the lake and trailer parking is essential.

fatlazyless · 01-20-2010, 08:23 PM

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Less is better!!!
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Say Island Girl, I have a spare bedroom with a twin size bed, if you don't mind using dial-up and tap water straight out of the lake.. Believe the Meredith McD has free hi-speed wifi.

Island Girl · 01-20-2010, 08:30 PM

Great offer, FLL.... I

Ha.. the dial up just will not do to watch the BU/BC Hockey game!!

Thanks for the offer! Less is very generous!

IG

Lakesrider · 01-20-2010, 08:58 PM

I'd still like to know what happened to the Fireside Inn. But the Margate is not far down the road from Gilford.

Pepper · 01-20-2010, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Lakesrider

I'd still like to know what happened to the Fireside Inn. But the Margate is not far down the road from Gilford.

Do you mean this Fireside Inn? http://firesideinngilford.com/
Your post suggests they're not there ( unless I'm reading it incorrectly) but their booking engine allowed me to check availability, so perhaps that's not what you were inferring.

mets3007 · 01-20-2010, 09:24 PM

I think Baytop is open and so is Belknap motel.

Phantom · 01-21-2010, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Lakesrider

I'd still like to know what happened to the Fireside Inn. But the Margate is not far down the road from Gilford.

The Fireside .. aka B Mae's is still very much open and was going to be my suggestion for IG.

My wife and I stayed there last week-end and I must say we were quite impressed -- very clean rooms (cable tv), nice pool and hot tub (which we used) and it's obvious location. Although we did not sled, it would appear to me that you could sled off right from the parking lot --

IG - we got a "Managers Special" for $89/nite for a King bedroom by calling and not using the web booking. I don't believe there is anything unique about the special as we got the same deal last year in February when we ventured up.

mcdude · 01-21-2010, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

The Fireside .. aka B Mae's is still very much open and was going to be my suggestion for IG.

.....and they're pet-friendly! I got a kick out of this on their website...

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When asked if we allow dogs at our hotel, here's what we generally reply:
"Dogs are welcome in this hotel. We've never had a dog that smoked in bed and set fire to the blankets. We've never had a dog who stole the towels, played the TV too loud or had a fight with his traveling companion. We've never had a dog who got drunk and broke up the furniture. So, if your dog can vouch for you, you're welcome, too".

tis · 01-21-2010, 08:09 AM

I love that mcdude!!!! I should print it out and take it to every hotel or motel that we go to with ours.

SPT13 · 01-21-2010, 09:08 AM

Fireside/B Mae's sounds like what you are looking for. You can snowmobile over to Patricks and get on the trails there. There is also a trail behind the parking lot which has access to the lake

Webbsatwinni · 01-21-2010, 09:16 AM

IG,

Are you thinking that the ice will not be ready so you can stay on the island?

RLW · 01-21-2010, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

The Fireside .. aka B Mae's is still very much open and was going to be my suggestion for IG.

My wife and I stayed there last week-end and I must say we were quite impressed -- very clean rooms (cable tv), nice pool and hot tub (which we used) and it's obvious location. Although we did not sled, it would appear to me that you could sled off right from the parking lot --

IG - we got a "Managers Special" for $89/nite for a King bedroom by calling and not using the web booking. I don't believe there is anything unique about the special as we got the same deal last year in February when we ventured up.

What about the FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET that was a must. Do most Motels have High speed internet????

Major problem · 01-21-2010, 04:29 PM

I usually stay at B Maes for the ice derby. Their website says they now have free high speed wired through out. Wi-Fi in the lobby.

They give AAA discounts too.

Ironfish · 01-21-2010, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Island Girl

We are looking for options to stay at the lake over the next few weeks. Must be clean, at least queen beds, free high speed internet access and a bonus would be cable tv that gets NESN.

Also want the price under 100 per night for two adults. Less is better!!!

We prefer Alton, Gilford Laconia but would consider other locations. We will be bringing the snowmobiles so access to the lake and trailer parking is essential.

Try the TownePlace Suites in Gilford. It is brand new, has trailer parking, and a corridor trail just across the street. During the off season, if you call direct, and book several nights, I suspect you will get a rate below $100.

Lakesrider · 01-21-2010, 05:57 PM

Hmmm When I drove by the fireside Inn the other day snow was piled up against the front door. Maybe I wqas missing something.....

And I thought it was up for sale? This is the one right across the street from Patricks Pub right?

I am sooooo confused.

Major problem · 01-21-2010, 11:37 PM

The "front door" is around in back.

Phantom · 01-22-2010, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Lakesrider

Hmmm When I drove by the fireside Inn the other day snow was piled up against the front door. Maybe I wqas missing something.....

And I thought it was up for sale? This is the one right across the street from Patricks Pub right?

I am sooooo confused.

Lakesrider -- You are absolutely correct. From the street side, given the large "For Sale" sign standing out front the place looks shut down. But I assure you it's not! nor is the interior reflecting a "For Sale" condition

Lakesrider · 01-22-2010, 07:43 AM

Glad to hear..... I have some friends coming up from MA to go skiing in Feb. I had told them it was up for sale. DOH! I guess I'll be calling them back today!

ghfromaltonbay · 01-22-2010, 12:15 PM

IG -

If you're looking for something in Alton, the Riverview on the 11/28 circle is very plain, but clean and they have both standards rooms and efficiencies with a queen size bed for around $75/night. They do have cable with NESN provided. I don't know for sure if they have wifi, but it's right in town and maybe McDonald's across the circle has wifi. I've stayed there the past 2 winters.

Rattlesnake Guy · 01-24-2010, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Major problem

The "front door" is around in back.

Perhaps we should add this to the "you know your in New Hampshire when"...

Island Girl · 01-24-2010, 07:50 PM

We ended up at the Belknap Point Motel. The view from our room was wonderful, Welch Island, the Forties and Mt. Washington.

The innkeeper was warm and personable, the room was clean and comfortable. The bed was better than most I have had in the region. The winning point was the flat screen TV with NESN so we could watch the BU/BC Hockey game in the evening.

I would recommend this motel very much.

We had breakfast at my favorite lunch place, Kitchen Cravings. It was disappointing. Cold home fries and very burnt toast. My companion did not want to complain.

I will still lunch there... the sliders are to die for!

IG

Grant · 01-25-2010, 09:56 AM

Anyone know if the Lakeview Inn in Wolfeboro is open for lodging? I know it's changed hands. Heading down to Tuftonboro from Montreal and wanted to stay near the homestead. Pine View has a two-night policy and "No Vacancy" sign hanging, so I think that's out (making way for more dining space -- good for them!).

Pardon my hijacking the thread...

rrr · 01-25-2010, 10:39 AM

Grant - went by there last weekend and they appeared to be open.

Grant · 01-25-2010, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by rrr

Grant - went by there last weekend and they appeared to be open.

Many thanks.

NoBozo · 02-20-2010, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Grant

Anyone know if the Lakeview Inn in Wolfeboro is open for lodging? I know it's changed hands. Heading down to Tuftonboro from Montreal and wanted to stay near the homestead. Pine View has a two-night policy and "No Vacancy" sign hanging, so I think that's out (making way for more dining space -- good for them!).

Pardon my hijacking the thread...

Stopped in at the Lakeview Inn Friday, 19 February at about 3:30 PM as we have done many times in the past at this time of the year. (Never needed reservations.)

Place is now FOR SALE and no cars at all in the lot. Big FOR SALE signs plastered on the building, and out in front.

NB

Grant · 02-22-2010, 12:21 PM

Yes, it's for sale, and has been for about a year now.

We stayed there Saturday night.

All I can add is that W'boro sure ain't making it easy for people to remain in business in the area. What a shame.

Merrymeeting · 02-22-2010, 01:45 PM

We stayed at the Wolfeboro Inn in late January for one night.

While we didn't dine there, the rooms were very nice, reasonably priced, and we would stay there again.

01-20-2010, 07:27 PM	#1
Island Girl Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Central MA Posts: 2,352 Thanks: 18 Thanked 535 Times in 179 Posts	Places to Stay We are looking for options to stay at the lake over the next few weeks. Must be clean, at least queen beds, free high speed internet access and a bonus would be cable tv that gets NESN. Also want the price under 100 per night for two adults. Less is better!!! We prefer Alton, Gilford Laconia but would consider other locations. We will be bringing the snowmobiles so access to the lake and trailer parking is essential. __________________ Island Girl ....... Make Lemonade

01-20-2010, 08:30 PM	#3
Island Girl Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Central MA Posts: 2,352 Thanks: 18 Thanked 535 Times in 179 Posts	Great Offer!! Great offer, FLL.... I Ha.. the dial up just will not do to watch the BU/BC Hockey game!! Thanks for the offer! Less is very generous! IG __________________ Island Girl ....... Make Lemonade

01-21-2010, 04:29 PM	#13
Major problem Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Brockton,Ma, N Conway & Guilford,NH Posts: 53 Thanks: 24 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	I usually stay at B Maes for the ice derby. Their website says they now have free high speed wired through out. Wi-Fi in the lobby. They give AAA discounts too. Last edited by Major problem; 01-21-2010 at 04:39 PM. Reason: update

01-22-2010, 12:15 PM	#19
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 819 Thanks: 245 Thanked 224 Times in 130 Posts	Riverview Motel IG - If you're looking for something in Alton, the Riverview on the 11/28 circle is very plain, but clean and they have both standards rooms and efficiencies with a queen size bed for around $75/night. They do have cable with NESN provided. I don't know for sure if they have wifi, but it's right in town and maybe McDonald's across the circle has wifi. I've stayed there the past 2 winters.

01-24-2010, 07:50 PM	#21
Island Girl Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Central MA Posts: 2,352 Thanks: 18 Thanked 535 Times in 179 Posts	Belknap Point Motel We ended up at the Belknap Point Motel. The view from our room was wonderful, Welch Island, the Forties and Mt. Washington. The innkeeper was warm and personable, the room was clean and comfortable. The bed was better than most I have had in the region. The winning point was the flat screen TV with NESN so we could watch the BU/BC Hockey game in the evening. I would recommend this motel very much. We had breakfast at my favorite lunch place, Kitchen Cravings. It was disappointing. Cold home fries and very burnt toast. My companion did not want to complain. I will still lunch there... the sliders are to die for! IG __________________ Island Girl ....... Make Lemonade

01-20-2010, 08:58 PM	#4
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	I'd still like to know what happened to the Fireside Inn. But the Margate is not far down the road from Gilford.

01-20-2010, 09:24 PM	#6
mets3007 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 170 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I think Baytop is open and so is Belknap motel.

01-21-2010, 08:09 AM	#9
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,411 Thanks: 720 Thanked 1,381 Times in 957 Posts	I love that mcdude!!!! I should print it out and take it to every hotel or motel that we go to with ours.

01-21-2010, 09:08 AM	#10
SPT13 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Weymouth Ma/Gilford when I can! Posts: 63 Thanks: 112 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Fireside/B Mae's sounds like what you are looking for. You can snowmobile over to Patricks and get on the trails there. There is also a trail behind the parking lot which has access to the lake

01-21-2010, 09:16 AM	#11
Webbsatwinni Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Lebanon Ct and Rattlesnake Island Since 2007 Posts: 610 Thanks: 180 Thanked 137 Times in 72 Posts	IG, Are you thinking that the ice will not be ready so you can stay on the island?

01-21-2010, 05:57 PM	#15
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	Hmmm When I drove by the fireside Inn the other day snow was piled up against the front door. Maybe I wqas missing something..... And I thought it was up for sale? This is the one right across the street from Patricks Pub right? I am sooooo confused.

01-21-2010, 11:37 PM	#16
Major problem Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Brockton,Ma, N Conway & Guilford,NH Posts: 53 Thanks: 24 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	The "front door" is around in back.

01-22-2010, 07:43 AM	#18
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	Glad to hear..... I have some friends coming up from MA to go skiing in Feb. I had told them it was up for sale. DOH! I guess I'll be calling them back today!

01-25-2010, 09:56 AM	#22
Grant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pennsyltuckey, Tuftonboro, Moultonborough Posts: 1,485 Thanks: 337 Thanked 212 Times in 116 Posts	Anyone know if the Lakeview Inn in Wolfeboro is open for lodging? I know it's changed hands. Heading down to Tuftonboro from Montreal and wanted to stay near the homestead. Pine View has a two-night policy and "No Vacancy" sign hanging, so I think that's out (making way for more dining space -- good for them!). Pardon my hijacking the thread... __________________ "When I die, please don't let my wife sell my dive gear for what I told her I paid for it."

01-25-2010, 10:39 AM	#23
rrr Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Winter Harbor Posts: 214 Thanks: 75 Thanked 37 Times in 14 Posts	Lakeview Grant - went by there last weekend and they appeared to be open.

02-22-2010, 12:21 PM	#26
Grant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pennsyltuckey, Tuftonboro, Moultonborough Posts: 1,485 Thanks: 337 Thanked 212 Times in 116 Posts	Yes, it's for sale, and has been for about a year now. We stayed there Saturday night. All I can add is that W'boro sure ain't making it easy for people to remain in business in the area. What a shame. __________________ "When I die, please don't let my wife sell my dive gear for what I told her I paid for it."

02-22-2010, 01:45 PM	#27
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,217 Thanks: 299 Thanked 795 Times in 365 Posts	We stayed at the Wolfeboro Inn in late January for one night. While we didn't dine there, the rooms were very nice, reasonably priced, and we would stay there again.