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Squam Lake Inn
Route 3 & Shepard Hill Road, Holderness, NH 03245
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5 of 5 stars
Marialcris 1 contribution
Buckinghamshire, UK
Nov 7, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We spent six nights in New England this autumn, in three different inns, and the Squam Lake Inn was our best find by a wide margin. A good location for exploring the local area, very friendly and helpful hosts, excellent breakfasts, very comfortable bedroom and nice public rooms: and everywhere spick and span.

Incidentally we had the Winnipesaukee room, and unlike another reviewer found the bed very comfortable!

We would definitely stay again.

  • Liked — The friendly welcome
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Other
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since November 07, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Outdoor / Adventure
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No1 Rating Fully Deserved

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5 of 5 stars
No1Miller 5 contributions
Rotherham
Oct 28, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Squam Lake Inn for 4 nights on what was our 2nd trip to New England and we absolutely loved it. Having stayed in about a dozen B&B's and Inns throughout the region this is our favourite by some way. The place is spotless, the food excellent, and hospitality second to none. Cindy and Rae make you feel so welcome you feel at home the minute you arrive . If you're visiting the area do yourself a favour and stay here - it's No1 rating is well deserved and totally justified.

  • Liked — Relaxed atsmosphere and perfect hosts
  • Disliked — There's nothing to dislike
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay August 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since February 06, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Outdoor / Adventure
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5 of 5 stars
Parsnip29 1 contribution
Reading
Oct 17, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at Squam Lake Inn whilst touring New England for one night. We were very lucky as we walked in off the street having called into the general store and asked for any recommendations (great fudge in there by the way!) and they only had one room left for that night for the whole week!

It was easy to see why. The Inn was very welcoming and homely. The bedroom was exceptionally clean and unfussy and the bed frighteningly comfortable.

We had a warm welcome from Cindy who had just made some pumpkin cake which was delicious and warm. Breakfast was very nice with an interesting 'blueberry breakfast sausage'.

Additionally there was internet access available to all via their own laptop, handy for planning your day/s ahead and use of the phone free of charge to calls within the US.

We would definitely recommend staying here.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Other
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since August 26, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
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5 of 5 stars
KarenBettendorfIowa 3 contributions
Bettendorf Iowa
Oct 13, 2007 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

We just returned from our "leef peeping" tour of New England and stayed at this inn for two nights while in Holderness. I booked the inn based on the recommendation of fellow travelers on this web site. I must say the inn exceeded my expectations.The owners, Rae and Cindy, greet you and make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. Our room was very nice and comfortable. We had bathrobes which were something you don't expect in a B&B. The breakfasts were WONDERFUL! Staff were very helpful with suggestions for dinner. There are many unique restaurants in the vicinity. We ate at "The Common Man" and "The Italian Farmhouse". Both were delicious and each had an enjoyable atmosphere. There is so much to do in Holderness especially compared to other towns in New England we visited which mainly offered shopping. We especially enjoyed the personal tour of Squam Lake provided by Cindy from ... We found this link on the hotel web site and the two hour private tour was one of the highlightsof our trip. There are many areas to hike and explore. We will definately be returning!

  • Liked — Great location, many activities close by
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family (extended)
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since April 27, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Outdoor / Adventure
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4 of 5 stars
Joanel 64 contributions
Framingham
Oct 11, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/2 found this review helpful

We found many things to like about the squam Lake inn as noted in previous reviews. Owners were very helpful with suggestions. The place is very clean and nicely decorated. Rooms are not cluttered with knicknacks like some b&b's.
They are on the small size however. Nice towels. bathrobes provided.

However, we did find the bed in the Winnipesaukee room
very very hard and not particularly comfortable.

Also there seemed to be only one standard breakfast served to all. fresh juice and fruit salad were very good. didn't particularly care for the apple pancake (very sweet) with canned whipped cream or the sausage. But noticed that everyone else seemed to be enjoying theirs. so maybe personal preference here.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 65+
  • Member since September 23, 2003
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Outdoor / Adventure, Other
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Address: Route 3 & Shepard Hill Road, Holderness, NH 03245