Inn at Pleasant Lake
853 Pleasant Street PO Box 1030, New London, NH 03257-5582
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#1 of 6 B&Bs / Inns in New London
Location
4.9
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4.8
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4.9
Value
4.6
Travelers' Choice
Inn at Pleasant Lake is a breathtaking waterfront retreat with resort amenities in historic New London, NH. We are a full service country inn that offers comfortable accommodations and award-winning gourmet dining in a tranquil New England setting. Centrally located in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee region, we have convenient access to the beach, the mountains, artistic venues, local shopping, and a wide array of outdoor activities. Whether you are looking for a quiet romantic escape, or an exhilarating outdoor adventure, our New London bed and breakfast will provide an unmatched experience.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Beach
Bicycles available
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Highchairs available
Car hire
Electric vehicle charging station
Secured parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Boating
Canoeing
Hiking
Ski rentals
Ski school
Skiing
Tennis court
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Patio
Tennis court offsite
Board games / puzzles
Business Center with Internet Access
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
Umbrella
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Room features
Air conditioning
Private beach
Additional bathroom
Desk
Coffee / tea maker
Radio
Sofa bed
Walk-in shower
Dining area
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Seating area
Separate living room
Sofa
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Mountain view
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853 Pleasant Street PO Box 1030, New London, NH 03257-5582
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Very comfortable room with great views of Pleasant Lake. Breakfast is an amazing experience, the chef prepares a wonderful menu of dishes. The lake provides the ideal place to relax, taking in the views of the lake and the mountains. We love using the kayaks to explore the lake and do some bird watching.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip: Room #4 has great views, is quiet, and very comfortable (with a couch).
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We are so grateful to have found the Inn at Pleasant Lake for our family vacation. The convenience of having the lake right across the street allowed more time for our 1 year old daughter to have fun splashing in the water and playing on the beach. We even got to take her out in a canoe for the first time! The staff at the Inn were incredible. They made us feel welcome right when we arrived and were so accommodating with extra needs for our baby girl. Having breakfast prepared for us each morning included with our stay was the perfect way to start the day (the scones are delicious!) We also loved exploring the surrounding area including hiking up Mount Kearsarge and checking out the shops on main street. Everyone here is so friendly! We're excited to plan another stay at the Inn at Pleasant Lake again soon!…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We reserved 2 different rooms for our stay (it was with family) - Room 9 and room 4. both have lovely rooms, and 9 has a lot more space. Room 4 is a bit smaller, but still enough room for the fold out couch. We absolutely love this place - you relax as soon as you walk in the door, and the restaurant is amazing!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip: all rooms are comfortable, but if you're looking for a bit more space, room 9 is great.
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Stayed in suite 12, had a great view of the lake. The Inn is surrounded by breathtaking hiking trials and some fantastic eateries. Staff was very friendly and the breakfast was fantastic. If you want a very relaxing vacation I would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip: Suite 12 has tv and hot tub (for 2)
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded 5 weeks ago
Thanks so much for your recommendation, Chris. Glad you enjoyed the hiking and your stay. I think there's over 40 local trails right here in New London of all capabilities. And the White Mountains are only an hour or so if you want 4000 footers! WE appreciate you staying with us, and look forward to your next visit!
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We were very impressed with the spacious suite that we had for two days. Very clean and comfortable. Scott and the members of his staff that we met were friendly and always there when we needed something. Breakfast was tasty and elegant. We felt at home there after just the first evening. Would go back for sure some day when hopefully we could stay longer.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip: Lake views are best.
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded 5 weeks ago
We always love to hear that we made our guests feel at home. That is our goal with every stay! Come on and see us over the summer and maybe you can get out on the lake in our boats or canoes!
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We hadn't had a getaway in several years, so were OK with treating ourselves to an overnight here in late April. The facility is very nice and the staff friendly and accommodating. Our room was small but adequate, though the bed was not as stiff as I would have liked (think: Westin hotels). If you're like me and abhor foam pillows, pack your own down pillow. The door to the hallway let in far too much light, so a sleep mask is in order. And though the owner insists that the hot water knob in the shower works fine, it just spun and spun for us and didn't provide any output. We appreciated the adjustment he made to our bill after the fact. As for the Oak & Grain restaurant, here's where we were expecting a phenomenal dining experience. It wasn't. See my separate review for it.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Room Tip: Test bathroom fixtures immediately after checking in.
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded 5 weeks ago
I thought we had addressed your concerns over email Chris, but I guess you felt the need to share here as well. Down pillows are a no no due to allergies. We want all our guests to have a safe and enjoyable stay. We compensated you for the light passing under the door as we had just completed a very nice upgrade project with all our doors - some small adjustments were in order. The bed is a relatively new mattress, and we haven't had complaints, but if you have a particular need, we will do our best to help with room or bed selection with available rooms. And yes, I could not recreate your struggles with the shower. Sorry you had difficulty with the knobs. As we discussed with your dining experience, it is hard for us to fix a problem that you did not bring to our attention. If something is not as you expect, please let us know so we can resolve it. We'd much rather you be happy when you leave, and not suffer only to find out later that we could have easily fixed what was bothering you.
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The Inn is an old but beautifully restored building with beautiful grounds and a pond to enjoy during summer weather. The onsite restaurant is one we have been coming to for dinner for nearly 18 years now. The food is locally sourced, and always freshly prepared from what is in season. The meats and seafood/fish are locally raised or obtained and expertly prepared. The staff is professional and friendly and very accommodating to your needs.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded May 11, 2022
So glad you decided to stay and enjoy everything, guys. We very much appreciate your support and loyalty over the years, and appreciate you sharing your experience. I think more of us should try the stress free stay-cation approach - all the relaxation and enjoyment of traveling without the stress and hassle! Sometimes the very best places are right in our own back yard! Thanks again, and hope to see you soon!
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We'd heard about this place through Yankee magazine and I very quietly decided to book a night in late March before we headed up to King Arthur flour the next day. We're actually here as I'm writing this review. Some of the roads are pretty muddy on the way up so definitely be careful as this is the middle of mud season early as it may be this year. The in itself has had a lot of renovations over the years and has been maintained beautifully. It has an actual wood burning fireplace and a wood stove which you don't see much in many ins and hotels these days. Checkin was a breeze, as I did everything online so when we got there it was nice and easy. We stayed in room number four which is on the second floor. I believe it's what they refer to as a junior suite as you do have a small seating room outside the main bedroom. Our room faces the lake which if it wasn't so foggy because of the ice still on the lake it would have been a beautiful view. We figure in the morning it'll be much nicer. We ate at the restaurant which is called Oak and Grain. It was fairly full. Mr Tucker who owns the chain of Tucker breakfast lunch restaurants was actually dining there with his wife and Friends. We could overhear a lot of his conversation which was kind of amusing, but he definitely is a pretty cool sounding guy. I got a kick out of him talking about how his family was driven out of the family farm by Cromwell in England 300+ plus years ago Reminded us of a very close friend who's no longer with us, whose family was driven out by Rob Roy in Scotland. And even after 300 years the family hasn't forgiven it. The food we had in the restaurant was outstanding easily one of the finest restaurants in this part of the state. We had the endive salad and the pork belly the curry sweet potato soup. These apps were excellent. I also had the Duck Confit Vol au Vent, which was outstanding. For our mains, Richard had the Cod whereas I had the Filet mignon. For dessert we split the chocolate Olive Oil cake, it was quite decadent. Richard being the chef / pastry chef was quite impressed with the quality and the presentation. I did like the fact that the gratuity was automatically added. This is something we see down in Florida which is kind of a nice thing you don't have to worry about tipping because it's taking care of for you. This ensures that the staff get proper compensation from those cheapskates that might be out there.Lol! Overall this end is obviously very popular during this summer season for weddings and such cuz you have a beautiful spot on the lake. It overlooks mount kearsage, which if not for the fog that we had today would have looked very nice. We hope to see it tomorrow morning as the weather clears and we head up to King Arthur flour. We do highly recommend this inn. This in is on a par with Sugar Hill Inn & Adair in the White Mountains which are outstanding inns with excellent food as well. Personally we plan to visit again in the winter which is when we really love to go to these fine country inns. We love that kind of Christmas feeling that we always get at that time of year…
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded Mar 24, 2022
Thanks so much for you eloquent review! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and it sounds like you were able to take advantage of a lot we have to offer. Nice to hear that you found us through Yankee. We have a number of accolades from Yankee so it's nice to hear that they reach people. It's always so reassuring to hear that fellow chef's and and culinary experts enjoy what we are doing at Oak & Grain. We very much appreciate all your kind words and look forward to your next visit!
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We booked for a midweek special and the price was very attractive. Upon arrival at 3pm, we were told the Inn’s new boiler was not working but was anticipated to be fixed soon. Two space heaters were placed in our rooms and soon were comfortable. We went to the living room and the fire was producing good heat. Blankets were provided for our comfort. Innkeeper came to the living room and offered us accommodations at a sister property, as well as dinner there. She also said our room would be at a 50% discount, plus our first drink would be complimentary. We stayed and had a delicious dinner. Heat came on in the evening. Upon checkout after our breakfast and I was checking my bill, I questioned the Innkeeper about the total due and she said because the heat was restored I would be charged the full rate…not the 50% she had told the day before. After seeing the look on my face, Innkeeper said she would take $75. off. I thanked her and paid. This has left me with an u settled feeling.…
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded Mar 13, 2022
Happy Anniversary Mrs. Chadwick. We're glad you had a lovely visit and enjoyed your stay. I hope I can clear up your confusion and settle any discomfort you left feeling. When we proactively identified the heating issue and made you comfortable, you were very understanding and gracious. At that point, we were not sure we would be able to fix the issue due to parts availability, but our priority is always our guests' comfort and enjoyment, so we offered you a back up plan to relocate to our sister property 1.5 miles away. If we did need to inconvenience you to that degree in order to ensure your comfortable night's stay, we agreed to a 50% rate. I (Scott, Owner) came to inform you the problem had been solved prior to dinner. we had a lovely conversation, and you told me what a wonderful time you were having, you were very comfortable by the fire, and you were looking forward to dinner. I let you know that by the time dinner was finished you room should be back to 100% normal. You said, no bother, that you had been quite comfortable (as you indicate here). I saw you again at breakfast and you indicated what a wonderful night you had, and what a wonderful inn this was. Since we did not need to move you, and you weren't inconvenienced, and you indicated how happy you were with everything, it's very surprising to me that you felt a discount was still in order. Regardless of whether we needed to employ our backup plan at the discounted rate, I did buy your party free drinks with dinner as my thank you for your understanding in working through the problem, and Julia went the extra mile to give you an additional discount so that you wouldn't leave unsettled. Regrettably, it seems all of attempts to ensure your comfort fell short for you. I hope I've been able to alleviate any misunderstanding and resolve any unsettled feelings so that we can earn your 5-star endorsement.
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We were lucky on all counts, including having the 8-inch snow storm arrive at night after we got there, and snowing through the rest of the next day, clearing out in time for driving up that forbidding but, as we discovered, well tended hill down to the Inn. The picture book snow, its attending quiet, and lack of foot and motor traffic on the road were perfect. But perfection went beyond this climatic gift. From being greeted by Juliia, the Innkeeper (when you arrive, if she is not at the desk do use that little "antique" bell on the counter,- but no need to pound it), to Olivia (she said she's the "blonde Olivia"; there are two waitresses with the name.), to Lisa who brought sodas to our room while the heat correction to the thermostat was kicking in and later built and maintained the fireplace in the large comfortable living room,- all supremely pleasant and severely devoted to our comfort. But there's more. The food was delectable, delivered in timely manner after very nice initial cocktails. The filet mignon was exceptional in size and tasty preparation. The Oak and Grain lived up to expectations built by friends who had gone there. Breakfast was more than ample as the order sheet given to you the night before attests. It would have been enough to just have things be comfortable as we got away from the buzz of daily life, but they were more than just comfortable for us. We plan to go back, if there are rooms available in the warmer weather, but winter is not off our list for the future. Thank you all.…
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Date of stay: February 2022
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Room Tip: "Our" room #2 on second floor was great. Quiet, but this may be due to clientele...
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Response from Jennifer Reed, Owner at Inn at Pleasant Lake
Responded Mar 5, 2022
What an elegant description of your experience. Thanks so much fore sharing with our future guests! We are happy our team was able to take such good care of you and tailor everything to your liking. We could not agree more that certain snows are just magical at Pleasant Lake. Truly there are moments to be appreciated in all seasons. We are so blessed in this part of New England. But our biggest blessing by far is our wonderful guests. So glad we were able to accommodate your get-away and we look forward to your next visit.
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PRICE RANGE
$227 - $281 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
inn at pleasant lake hotel new london
LOCATION
United StatesNew HampshireNew London
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Which popular attractions are close to Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Nearby attractions include New London Barn Playhouse (1.5 miles), The Ice House Museum (1.3 miles), and Spring Ledge Farm (1.4 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, an additional bathroom, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Conveniently located restaurants include Oak & Grain, Tucker's, and The Coach House Restaurant at the New London Inn.
Are there any historical sites close to Inn at Pleasant Lake?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Cilleyville Covered Bridge (5.2 miles).
Does Inn at Pleasant Lake have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the lake view available here.
Is Inn at Pleasant Lake accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.