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Farm by the River B&B with Stables
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  • Inn Details

    This award-winning inn offers a blend of authentic New England charm and hospitality with luxury.It offers public yr.round horseback/sleigh/carriage/pony rides on 70 scenic acres of forest & pastures along the Saco River. The inn is surrounded by horses, gardens, with panormaic White Mtn views-providinga natural retreat with 9 rooms- some with jacuzzi and fireplaces or Two-room family suites. A three bed bedroom cottage is also available.Off the beaten path, the farmhouse inn is only 2 miles from the heart of North Conway Village. All rooms have private baths, A/C, free Wi-Fi. This is a supurb setting for an elopement and a carriage ride. The stables offers horseback riding, romantic Victorian carriage rides as well as group wagon rides spring snowfall(very nice in the fall) & winter sleigh rides.Inn guests enjoy special stables rates. Justice of the Peace available for elopements or small weddings. "Breakfast is a Feast!" on the patio w/ views of the mtns. gardens & horses. In the cooler months, enjoy a cozy fireside breakfast. ON-SITE AMENITIES include: stables, Saco R. swimming, & fly-fishing, bird watching, perennial gardens & nature trails with 11 acres in mature maple sugar tree stands. Echo Lake, golf 1/2 mile; N. Conway Village 2 miles away. Boston Globe, Travel Section 2001, "Lovers stay at the Farm". Voted "Best Horselover's B&B", 2001, Arrington's Bed and Breakfast Journal.Yankee Magazine Editor's Pick,2001.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Rick & Charlene are both nature lovers and both have a hospitality backaround-Rick a soil scientist-Charlene a lansdcape architect/artist. Rick is carrying on the innkeeping tradition & farm life with the horses. They enjoy the company of their guests & sharing the history of the place (1771),gardening tips, identifying the variety of birds they have at the feeders, talking about their horses(horseback riding, carriage,sleigh rides)and their dog, Heidi, who knows a lot of tricks!

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Other Pets: 24 horses

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    • Guest Ranch

    • Working Ranch

    • Dude Ranch

    • Spa

    Property Noted For:

    • casual elegance

    • garden/horse themed weddings

    • horse lovers- year round stables

    • horse-drawn carriage/wagon & sleigh rides

    • horseback riding year round

    • mountain views & grounds

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Spa

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Romantic Victorian sleigh rides

    • snowshoeing, x-ctry skiing

    • Horseback riding, pony rides

    • Bird watching, gardens & nature trails

    • Victorian carriage rides- elopements & weddings

    • river swimming & fly fishing

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  • Romance Packages

    3/11/2011 - 3/11/2012

    The Romance and Relax Package: Step back in time and enjoy a weekend of romance at our 18th Century inn. This package includes a 3 night stay for two people in a super deluxe room with two-person jacuzzi whirlpool tub with fireplace with mountain views, room tax, a full patio/fireplace breakfast each morning, a complimentary carriage or sleigh ride for two (or substitute a horseback ride for two) on our scenic 70 acres. It also incudes a romantic dinner for two at one of the innkeeper preferred gourmet restaurants. (Does not include restaurant gratuity or cost of alcohol) $730. ($760-780 holidays and holiday weeks). Call for fall foliage prices.

    Family Fun

    3/15/2011 - 3/15/2012

    Family Fun with Horse Ride Package-2011 2 or 3 nights stay in a 2 room suite, tax, full breakfast daily,2 complimentary horseback rides, (or substitute a wagon /sleigh ride for four).Pony rides are also available. Add on nights for an extended stay. Select from: STANDARD SUITE: 3 night stay for a family of 3-4 in a two-room family suite with private bath (two queen beds -one in each room) Three people $ 550, Four People: $600. Two Night Stay: 3 people: $410, for 4: $475 DELUXE SUITE: 3 nights stay for 4: Deluxe 2-room suite (king with fireplace rm, and queen & single bed in other, private bath) $700 (extra person $10-20/night depending upon age) Two Night Stay: 4 people $515 - 5th person can be added to the room at $20 more/night Add $30-50 for some weekends or holiday stay or between June 20th to Labor Day Weekend. Add on more nights for an extended stay rate! Call for fall foliage prices.

    Outdoor Adventures

    3/12/2011 - 3/11/2012

    Lodging for 2 in a corner queen room with private bath for two or three nights, tax, and two Horseback Rides, full breakfast daily, area discounts, afternoon refreshments, Or substitute a private carriage or sleigh ride for two. 3 nights: Queen with private bath for 2 people, $460; 2 nights: $350. Upgrade to a jacuzzi &/OR fireplace. Call for pricing. Add $20 per package price June 25th thru labor Day Weekend and holidays weekends and holiday weeks. Call for fall foliage prices. Weight and age restrictions apply for horseback riding. Package is offered year round as horseback riding is offered year round- even in winter!

    Honeymoon W/ Carriage/sleigh Ride & More

    3/11/2011 - 3/11/2012

    Honeymoon Packages: 3 night stay in a super deluxe room with two-person jacuzzi whirlpool tub and fireplace, king or queen bed with mountain views includes a full patio /fireside breakfast each morning, a complimentary sleigh or carriage ride for two or two horseback rides on our scenic 70 acres, a complimentary bottle of champagne, a box of chocolates and flowers. $710 includes tax. Call for fall foliage and holiday prices- prices are a bit higher. Justice of the Peace: One of your hosts at the Farm By the River is Bed and Breakfast with stables is a Justice of the Peace and is available on-site for your convenience for an additional fee. We would be happy to help you with any other arrangements for your special day (e.g. photographer, florist, hair salon).

    Elopemnt W/carriage Or Sleigh Ride & More

    3/11/2011 - 3/11/2012

    Elopement Package: 3 night stay in a super deluxe room with two-person whirlpool tub and fireplace, king or queen bed with mountain views includes a full patio/fireside breakfast each morning, a complimentary sleigh ride/carriage ride for two or two horseback rides (weather permitting) on our scenic 70 acres, and complimentary bottle of champagne, a small cake and flowers. $710 includes tax. Call for fall foliage, and holiday prices- prices are a bit higher. 2 nights also available. Check our website for details. Justice of the Peace: One of your hosts at the Farm By the River is Bed and Breakfast with stables is a Justice of the Peace and is available on-site for your convenience for an additional fee. We would be happy to help you with any other arrangements for your special day (e.g. photographer, florist, hair salon).

    March Maple Madness Weekend

    3/11/2011 - 3/29/2012

    March Maple Madness March Maple Madness Event & Lodging Package March 25-27,2011. In March the sap is running, and the sun is shining... so why not head up to the White Mountains for the 8th Annual March Maple Madness Weekend. This is a two-day fun-filled event begins at 11am both days, Sat. and Sun. and includes a tour of selected inns offering delectable maple-themed dishes-both savory and sweet, visits to NH Sugar houses and other maple-themed partners. By participating in a scavenger hunt along the way, participants can gather points towards winning prizes of over $250 in value. This package includes the following components: two-night stay at the Farm by theRiver Bed and Breakfast with Stables either Fri. and Sat. or Sat. and Sun, two tickets for the March Maple Madness (MMM) event, and recipe booklet of the treats sampled, a full fireside breakfast, 2 complimentary tickets for a group sleigh or wagon ride (weather permitting). Rates: From $260 incl. 9% tax for 2 people for a queen with private bath. Ask about adding on a maple themed-dinner to your package. Day Tripping? The MMM event is open to the general public for $15/ticket. This is a family friendly event. The Stables at the Farm by the River is also open to the general public daily. See www.farmbytheriver.com More Info Pricing: From $260 do incl tax,tix, sleigh ride From: 03-25-11 To: 03-28-11 Restrictions: none

    Polar Express Lodging, Train Tix & Sleigh Ride

    3/11/2011 - 3/11/2012

    Polar Express Train tix & Lodging Packages- A magical journey by train to the "North Pole" for children of all ages- a heart-warming story about the power of belief! RESERVE NOW! 2011 Tickets avail.now. Polar Express Packages: 2 nights lodging, tax, train tickets, entry gift at the Farm from the Elves and exit gift from the Farm by the River, fireside breakfast & comp. snowshoeing, discounts on on-site sleigh rides, and access to a pool 2 miles away. Avail. last weekends in Nov.& the first 3 weekends in Dec. Polar Express Packages: One room accommodations for 2-3 people or two room family suites for 3-4 people, or deluxe family suite for 4-5 people.cottage that sleeps 6-8 also avail. Special inn guest rates for sleigh rides or wagon rides for the family-right outside our door- horse rides also avail to the neneral public. Call for specific prices.

    Flower Lover's Weekend Getaway

    3/11/2011 - 3/11/2012

    May 13-15, 2011 Incl. 2 nights Stay incl. taxes, breakfast, 2 complimentary tickets to the No. N. England Home & Garden Flower Show, Fryeburg, Me (just a few miles away), Flowers Lover’s Package: $260 for 2 people queen with private bath, upgrade to king with oval jacuzzi or king with fireplace: $310, or upgrade to a deluxe room with oversized jacuzzi for two and fireplace: $390 discount for horseback riding or a carriage ride. Also guests can get some garden ideas or info. on edible flowers from the innkeeper, Charlene, an award-winning landscape architect

    Mothers Day: Lodging, Carriage Ride & Flowers

    3/11/2011 - 3/11/2012

    Mother's Day Weekend-lodging w/ Victorian Carriage Ride May 6,7,8, 2011 2 nights, 2 people, tax: for Fri., 6th, Sat. 7 or Sat 7 &8th, full breakfast, a complimentary horseback ride for two people or a Victorian carriage ride for two-Four or bring the family to stay and substitute a wagon ride for four. Mom gets complimentary flowers in the room. Queen with private bath $330; King with jacuzzi OR fireplace $360; King or queen with two person jacuzzi whirlpool tub and fireplace $480; Two-room family suite 3-4 people (two queen beds & private bath) $385-400; Deluxe 2 room suite for 4 people (king with fireplace, queen and single bed, and private bath) $470 (based on 3-4 people/suite.) Add on a romantic dinner for two.

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  • Mrs. Carroll's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $160/$190

    Mrs. Carroll's Room- The room with the views! Luxury and the romance,& outstanding views of Mt. Cranmore, Carter's Notch and Cathedral Ledge, and also the gardens and horses. Offering the best of both old and new worlds, this room with an old-fashionrd decorum, yet has the modern luxuries of a GAS FIREPLACE, a TWO-PERSON JACUZZI in the bedroom at the base of a 5'x 5' window with views tthat overlooks Mt. Cranmore(lighted for night skiing)and 3 windows w/views to the gardens, horses and mtns. It has hardwood floors & oriental rugsand showe bath.

    Thompson's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $155/$190

    Another very romantic, cozy corner room w/ floral wall paper, 1 king bed, TWO-PERSON JACUZZI with shower bathroom- surrounded by pink Italian tile. GAS FIREPLACE, maple furniture and floors, w/ oriental rugs. A/C. It is a corner room with views to Cathedral Ledge, mountains, and perennial garden with pond and horses. This room is named after John Thompson, the original grantee from K. George III of England, in 1771. The inn has been in one family since this time- for seven generations.

    The Captain's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $100/$130

    The Captain's Rm: A very light and airy, large corner room w/ 1 queen bed with private shower bath, A/C,and Wi-Fi. It has maple floors, oriental rugs as well as matching dresser drawers, headboard and side stands. It has a rattan love seat and table & chair. Views to the Ledges, Moat Mtns. and horse pasture. Fall foliage views. It is named after Rick's (host) ancestor: Capt. Samuel Thompson, Capt. of the militia for NH, Revol. war.

    Jodian's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $100/$130

    Jodian's Rm: A lovely corner room with a queen bed, futon couch that can be made into a twin bed, rocker and coffee table. Private shower bath, A/C, Wi-Fi, view of the horsesin the pasture and the lilac trees. This room is especially nice in the winter and spring due to the angle and quality of light at these times. Mr. Jodian used to stay at The Farm during the first week in October, during peak fall foliage and go to the Fryeburg Fair in Maine.Rates based on two people.

    Notch Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$170

    This room has a queen bed with gas fireplace and a big picture window with great views to the horses, gardens and mountains and Carter Notch (hence the name).It has a couch with coffee table and is the only guest room sith TV/DVD.It also has its own private outside entrance.Wi-Fi, A/C.and a shower bath.

    Large 2 Rm Suite, w/ bath

    Suite maximum capacity: 5

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $185/$215

    King Rm with fireplace: A luxury corner rm with airy Victorian wallpaper. Views out to horse pasture & mtns, carpeted, A/C, Wi-Fi, matching antique furniture. It is called the Bride's Rm because the hostess, Charlene used this room to get ready to marry Rick. The connecting rm, Delue's rm, is a large corner rm, carpeted, A/C, Wi-Fi, 1 Queen & 1 maple twin, with lovely hummingbird wall paper. Views to the pasture,gardens, horses & mtns. Between the two rooms off an internal hall is a private shower bath with small tub. 1/2 of suite can be sold separately with a private bath.

    Fathers/Ellens Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$170

    Father's and Ellen's two-room suite, with one bathroom. Each bedroom has it's own sink. This makes a nice 2-room suite for families or couples. Father's Rm: A light & airy corner room w/ 1 queen bed, A/C, Wi-Fi, views out to the horses' pasture and lilac trees. This was Rick's (the host) great grandfather's room, Charlie Thompson. The sceond room- Ellen's Rm is a cozy room w/ 1 queen bed, decorated with floral arrangements, fully carpeted with A/C. Great for a family of 3 or 4 or two singles who want their own bed and room.

    cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 8

    • Beds

      2 King

      1 Double

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Large cottage sleeps up to 8 people. Very quiet location with views to the mountains and horses, full kitchen, living room with cable TV/DVD, free Wi-Fi access, TV upstairsin master bedroom, A/C, 2 full bathrooms one with a 2-person jacuzzi and shower bath, antiques mixed with area photos. Telephone(land line) Family-friendly. Inquire about prices.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4:00- 8:30 PM    Check out: 10:30 AM

    • Minimum stay: Two night stay on some weekends-

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit in full is required for a one or two night stay to secure a reservation. For three or more nights, a 50% deposit is required. Separate policies for packages.

    • Cancellations: Deposits are refundable in full, minus a $25 service charge per room, if the reservation is cancelled prior to two weeks of the arrival date. During Fall Foliage: Sept. 20- Oct. 25, cancellations must be made three weeks prior to the arrival date. Separate policy for packages.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: BYOB

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Family suites avail. Well supervised children are welcome

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • On extended stay of three days-non holidays
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • Romance packages-extended stay
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • Sleigh and ski packages
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • Wedding & elopement packages-extended stay
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • Winter stay mid week non-holiday

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Cost: cottage-option

    • Time Served: 8:15 AM--9:30 AM

    • Serving location: Fireside breakfast in dining room in cool season, Summer; patio gardens, horses, mtns., Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • gluten free

    Additional food services

    • freshly baked goods

    • hot chocolate

    • tea or coffee

    Recipes

    Main Dish

    Maple Baked Salmon
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 45 minutes

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  • Location Type

    • 2 miles from North Conway Village

    • 5 miles to Kancamagus Hwy

    • Hiking &Nature trails, gardens

    • In the White Mtns

    • on Forest & pastureland, mtn. viewss

    • on-site River frontage-swim and fish

    • Beachside

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Ranch

    • Small town

    • Village

    City

    • North Conway

    • Distance to city: 2 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Off the beaten path but only 2 miles from DT Northconway, 9 miles from Jackson.If you are coming from Boston take I-95 North to NH and the White Mtns. take Rte. 16 North to Conway. At the first lighted intersection turn left onto Washington St. Go one block. The road splits- stay left. This puts you onto West Side Rd. Go 5 & 1/2 miles. You will see The big white farm house and red barns on your right.

    Airport

    • Portland, ME (PWM-Intl. Jet Port) 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      You can fly into Boston MA- a 3 hr drive, or Portland,ME a 1-1/2 hr drive, or Manchester, NH- a 1 hour and 45 min. drive. Private airport, fryeburg, ME 20 min. drive

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Storyland

    • Mt. Washington Auto Rd.

    • Stables at the Farm By the River B & B

    • Conway Scenic RR

    • Cog Railroad

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Horseback riding lessons/snowshoeing on site

    • Kancamangus Scenic Highway/ Mt. Washington nearby

    • Weddings/elopments w/ carriage rides on site

    • Sleigh rides/sleigh ride weddings on site

    • Moose tours nearby

    • Fall foliage carriage/wagon rides on site

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Video Arcade

    • Water sports

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    Honeymooners delight!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We enjoyed a long weekend honeymoon including beautiful views, horseback riding, great food, hiking, snow tubing and shopping. Thanks for all your help and services Rick, Charlene and staff!

    Idyllic getaway

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We would highly recommend staying at Farm by the River. There are incredibly beautiful views from the property and also on the grounds. We enjoyed a wonderful sleigh ride for four with beautiful Belgian horses and would have done more had we had more time to stay but we will surely return.

    Best B&B around!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My wife and I spent last Friday and Saturday nights at The Farm. We've been here, probably 4 or 5 times, over the past 10 years. Rick and Charlene never disappoint--they're terrific! We always feel right at home when we stay here, with a fire going, snacks in the living room, great recommendations for local food and activities, and clean, comfortable rooms. And Heidi, the canine Good Will Ambassador, is a sweetheart. We generally try to stay at B&B's for our get-aways, and this is the best.

    We had a great stay!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    This is our third B&B experience--all in New England. This was the nicest. By that I mean that Charlene and Rick went out of their way for us, the breakfasts were outstanding and we met some really terrific people. We totally felt comfortable and had a good time. It was a lovely place! Brenda & Al Fulgieri, New Hyde Park, NY.

    Lovely White Mountain Experience

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    For our first B&B experience, we were pleasantly surprised. Innkeepers Rick and Charlene helped to put us at ease and the country charm was plentiful throughout. Adjoining stables, horseback riding, carriage rides, and even sleigh rides when the snow comes. Overall a wonderful experience and we highly recommend the Farm by the River.

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