Birchwood Retreat: spacious & modern forest refuge | House in Thornton
4 Bedroom House in Thornton
Escape to our cozy retreat in the heart of the White Mountains, perfect for families and friends seeking relaxation and outdoor adventures. Our modern, spacious home offers a serene base to unwind and reconnect with nature year-round. Greet the day with forest views, explore nearby hiking trails, hit the slopes, or indulge in our community center amenities. Enjoy winter evenings by the fireplace or summer nights roasting marshmallows around the backyard campfire. The mountains are calling!
THE SPACE
Perfect for a family reunion, vacation with two families, special get-together, gathering of friends, or private business retreat. This premium, large chalet home has plenty of space to comfortably accommodate 10 people.
3-levels, 3,500 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, garage, huge deck, back yard, fire pit, and much more!
The house is secluded even though there are other nearby homes. The yard is private, especially in the summer with all the trees. In the winter, after the leaves drop, there is a nice view of mountains through the trees. Situated on a two-acre wooded lot, there is plenty of space to spread out both indoors and out.
Fully equipped! We provide linens, towels, pool towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, coffee (drip, French press, K-cup, Nespresso), tea, and all the essentials!
Propane grill and patio furniture available spring through fall.
AMENITIES & RECREATION
Located in the Waterville Estates, a vacation home community in Campton/Thornton, you have the opportunity to access to the year-round Community Center (5min walk, 1min drive) which offers 2 outdoor pools, 2 indoor pools, 3 hot tubs, sauna, game room, restaurant, and bar.
You will have free access to outdoor community facilities including courts (basketball, tennis, pickleball, & volleyball), pond with beach, and community hiking/cross-country/snowshoe trails (accessible from our front door).
Our community ski hill (Campton Mountain - 5min walk, 1min drive) is open winter weekends and holidays for both day and night skiing. The base lodge, with restaurant and bar, hosts live music most weekends.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
> Owl’s Nest Golf Course (5mi / 10min)
> White Mountain Disc Golf (5mi / 10min)
> Waterville Valley (10mi / 15min)
> Plymouth State University (10mi / 15min)
> Tenney Mountain (15mi / 20min)
> Squam Lake (15 mi / 25min)
> Lincoln & North Woodstock (20mi / 20min)
> Clark’s Trading Post (20mi / 20min)
> Loon Mountain (20mi / 25min)
> Newfound Lake (20mi / 25min)
> Franconia Notch State Park (20mi / 25min)
> Flume Gorge (20mi / 25min)
> Canon Mountain (25mi / 30min)
> Laconia & Weirs Beach (30mi / 40min)
> Bretton Woods (50mi / 45min)
> Mt. Washington (50mi / 50min)
ACCESS
Guests will have access to the entire home and be sent instructions on check-in day.
PARKING
> One garage bay and driveway space for another 5 cars.
> One garage door remote will be provided at check-in.
> Lost garage door remote fee: $100
> No street parking allowed.
COMMUNITY CENTER
> We provide 1 guest pass for Community Center access.
> Lost Community Center pass fee: $100
> Additional day passes* can be purchased from the front desk at the Community Center.
> Outdoor facilities (sport courts, lake, trails, etc.) are free to use.
*Day Pass Prices:
> Mon-Fri -- $10/Adult, $5/Children 8-17 & Seniors 65+
> Sat, Sun & Holidays -- $20/Adult, $10/Children 8-17 & Seniors 65+
> Twilight Pass (After 4 pm Sat, Sun & Holidays) -- $10/Adults, $5/Children 8-17 & Seniors 65+
> Children 7 & under are always free with an accompanying adult.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
We ask that you treat our home with care and respect as you would your own.
Please remove your shoes inside to protect our floors and carpet.
Sorry, no pets allowed.
Strict limit of 10 guests, maximum. We will charge a fee of $300 per guest per night for each guest over the capacity of 10.
NH Meals & Rentals Tax Operator's License #104802
Birchwood Retreat: spacious & modern forest refuge is located in Thornton. Birchwood Retreat: spacious & modern forest refuge provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Internet, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Entertainment, Internet, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Birchwood Retreat: spacious & modern forest refuge has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Thornton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Thornton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Soap
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2+ bathrooms
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Shampoo
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Shower
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Blender
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Electric car charging station on site
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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No pets allowed
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Thin carpet in public areas
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Area rugs in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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No elevators
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3 stairs to reach property
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Cycling nearby
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2 outdoor pickleball courts
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Ecotours nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Snowmobiling nearby
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Ice skating nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Water park
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Tennis on site
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Fitness center
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Snow sports gear
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Books
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Arcade/game room
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Foosball table
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Games
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Smart TV
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Energy-saving switches
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Unit size: 3400 sq ft (316 sq m)
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Recycling
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Comprehensive recycling policy
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Double-glazed windows
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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English
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Spanish
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In a village
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In the mountains
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Near a hospital
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Travel crib
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Playground
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Children's games
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Children's dinnerware
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Balcony
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
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Ski privileges
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Indoor pool
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Heated pool
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Shared/communal pool
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Sauna
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Outdoor pool
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Hot tub
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 104802 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation this property uses wind and solar energy