BillieJo's Guidebook
Food scene
Hannafords is about 5 minutes from us. Just remember that everything up here closes earlier than most would expect. Shop early
22 locals recommend
Hannaford Supermarket
80 Wolfeboro HwyHannafords is about 5 minutes from us. Just remember that everything up here closes earlier than most would expect. Shop early
Ackerlys has great consistent food with mid range pricing.
20 locals recommend
Ackerly's Grill & Galley Restaurant
83 Main StAckerlys has great consistent food with mid range pricing.
We like to go have dinner here and enjoy the afternoon sun. A great place to people watch!
23 locals recommend
Dockside Restaurant
6 East Side DrWe like to go have dinner here and enjoy the afternoon sun. A great place to people watch!
This is the best local place for breakfast. Great Eggs Benedict and fast service! Small place and fills up fast. But worth the wait
6 locals recommend
Bayside Diner and Eatery
12 Mount Major HighwayThis is the best local place for breakfast. Great Eggs Benedict and fast service! Small place and fills up fast. But worth the wait
Wolfeboro is the home of the first Resort Destination in the US. This quaint small town village has many shops and restaurants to enjoy. Also many public docks to tie up your boat. It’s a perfect spot to park your car and stroll around the village.
NH-28, Wolfeboro, NH, USA
Wolfeboro is the home of the first Resort Destination in the US. This quaint small town village has many shops and restaurants to enjoy. Also many public docks to tie up your boat. It’s a perfect spot to park your car and stroll around the village.
Garwoods restaurant is a bit more high end in price but the food is always consistent and great. Also the views are amazing when eating on Lake Winnepasaukee.
29 locals recommend
Garwoods Restaurant
6 N Main StGarwoods restaurant is a bit more high end in price but the food is always consistent and great. Also the views are amazing when eating on Lake Winnepasaukee.
My favorite Venue
Bank of NH Pavilion is only 20 minutes from the Rustic Retreat. It hosts a wide variety of Major musicians. It is small enough to truly enjoy an intimate concert without all the caos of the city.
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
72 Meadowbrook LnSightseeing
Visit the amazing Mount Washington by car. 6200+ feet above sea level! The tallest mountain in the Northeast! Beautiful sights to see. Make sure you bring a jacket or two. The temperature can range 50 degrees between the base and summit of the mountain.
45 locals recommend
Mount Washington Auto Road
Mount Washington Auto RoadVisit the amazing Mount Washington by car. 6200+ feet above sea level! The tallest mountain in the Northeast! Beautiful sights to see. Make sure you bring a jacket or two. The temperature can range 50 degrees between the base and summit of the mountain.
You will find a hidden gem directly beside Roberts Cove Marina. It is another public beach owned by Alton. This is where you will see an amazing Sunset. Pack a couple beverages and snacks and relax while waiting for the show.
Roberts Cove, Alton, NH, USA
You will find a hidden gem directly beside Roberts Cove Marina. It is another public beach owned by Alton. This is where you will see an amazing Sunset. Pack a couple beverages and snacks and relax while waiting for the show.
This mountain holds a special place in all the locals hearts. It’s about a 1 hour hike within all abilities and the views are stunning.
22 locals recommend
Mount Major Trail
875 Mount Major HighwayThis mountain holds a special place in all the locals hearts. It’s about a 1 hour hike within all abilities and the views are stunning.
There is so much beautiful classic New Hampshire beauty on a drive up the Kancamagus Highway. The colors are amazing and you have to stop at Zebs in North Conway for some NH goods
39 locals recommend
Kancamagus Highway
There is so much beautiful classic New Hampshire beauty on a drive up the Kancamagus Highway. The colors are amazing and you have to stop at Zebs in North Conway for some NH goods
Mount Washington Cog Railway
3168 Base Station RdNightlife
This bar has live music most weekends. Only 20 minutes from the Rustic Retreat. Lively and fun for all ages. Bikers welcome too.
Tower Hill Tavern
264 Lakeside AveThe Hawgs Pen usually draws in a biker crowd and friendly people. Live music, bar food and fun. About 20 minutes for this location
Hawg's Pen Cafe
1114 NH-11The Hawgs Pen usually draws in a biker crowd and friendly people. Live music, bar food and fun. About 20 minutes for this location
Things to do
Open year round for skiing and also an adventure in the treetops in the summer. Lots of fun.
Gunstock Mountain Resort
719 Cherry Valley Rd
Tiki Hut Boats of NH
263 Lakeside AveA ton of fun for everyone at Alpine adventures. Rent an ATV or go for the Treetop Zipline! Only an hour from the retreat.
96 locals recommend
Alpine Adventures Outdoor Recreation
45 Main StA ton of fun for everyone at Alpine adventures. Rent an ATV or go for the Treetop Zipline! Only an hour from the retreat.
This is the Largest Arcade in the States! It will not disappoint you with the many sources of entertainment. Skeet Ball, bowling and hundreds of arcade games. Only 25 minutes from the Retreat.
149 locals recommend
Funspot
579 Endicott St NThis is the Largest Arcade in the States! It will not disappoint you with the many sources of entertainment. Skeet Ball, bowling and hundreds of arcade games. Only 25 minutes from the Retreat.