At Mountain House Magic, you can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 124032 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
Mountain House Magic
With an easy 3 minute drive to Sunday River Resort, this charming farmhouse accommodates up to 12 people total. It is the perfect spot for any vacation from your family gathering, your work retreat or just your weekend getaway.
This very unique property shows off its value with the most spectacular view of the mountain married beautifully with the ease of accessibility to get to it. No steep and winding roads with difficult access of entry. We have the most breathtaking mountain view of 6 of the 8 peaks and ski trails at Sunday River from almost every window!
Our brand new kitchen has state of the art cabinetry, all new appliances, and gives you a great place to hang out with an open concept to our family room with fireplace. The chef in your group will be delighted to be able to prepare meals while still feeling a part of the day's excitement! The extra space in the game room offers another great space to hang out, watch TV and play ping pong.
Base price includes up to 10 people and 5 bedrooms (2 Kings/2 Queens/ 5th bedroom with 2 Twins. 12 people have 6 bedrooms with the additional being a King. Smaller groups may add this 6th bedroom on for an additional fee. Ask Julie for more details.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
On a river
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No Pets
No Smoking
No Fireworks
No Lobster, Shrimp or strong spices cooked inside
Photo Id Required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Must have fully executed Event Agreement w/ Julie
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Must have fully executed Event Agreement w/ Julie
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Newry, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Sunday River and White Cap Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White Mountain National Forest and Grafton Notch State Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Newry travel guide
This family-friendly Newry vacation home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sunday River, Sunday River and White Cap Ski Lift. Little White Cap Ski Lift is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.
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Mountain House Magic Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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The host was very welcoming and receptive. The house was very nice with an amazing view of Sunday River. We travelled with a group of 6 and the house was very comfortable, and had plenty of room. We especially loved the location of the house. It was an easy drive, and very close to Sunday River.
This charming farmhouse worked well for our family gathering. Views of Sunday River are great and super quick to get to the mountain. Our host was quick to respond to any questions.
Very well restored home (from late 1700's) in a great location. Lots of room to spread out. Wonderful views. I suspect it would be even better in the summer and fall for a family. Easy winter drive to the Jordan or South Ridge; truly 5 minutes.
Beautiful stay at this lovely home overlooking the mountain. The photos are accurate and everything was comfortable. The kitchen could use a little updating as there weren’t great pots and pans etc. but we made do.
Fantastic stay at this property - very cozy home moments away from the slopes. Visited with a group of 12 and we all fit in very nicely. With only two bathrooms for that many people, we had to be very disciplined with toilet times, but otherwise it worked out ok. Wonderful kitchen dining room, great for hosting large meals and playing board games.
We enjoyed our stay at the mountain farmhouse. The new kitchen is very well appointed. The fireplace family room is very cozy and the bedrooms are generous in size. Plenty of room for 6 adults and 5 kids with room to spare. The location is very close to Sunday River and our host Julie was very easy to connect with when we had questions.
Beautiful old farmhouse with an impressive array of antiques, lots of space, and a ton of character. Beds were very comfortable, and kitchen was modernized. The gas fireplace was really nice for hanging out in the living room! There are also a lot of board games and a ping pong table - always a good add. The host was very communicative and helpful!
This charming farmhouse is so close to the mountain and has plenty of space for people to spread out. The pictures and descriptions are accurate, so there will be no surprises.
I can’t say enough about how great Julie was to communicate with about our stay. I had so many questions about the booking process and she was always standing by to assist. Lovely property and even better host!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Mike D.
Jan 2, 2019
Great Ski House with Unbelievable Views
The house was huge with tons of bedrooms and places to hang out together as a group. The large dining room table was a great addition. The best part of the house was the view of the mountain, we watched the New Year’s Eve fireworks from the front porch.
Fabulous, as if we rented our own estate for the weekend! , best views around, we felt as if we were still at the mountain even though we were actually enjoying the view from the Mountain House! A cozy fire, plenty of room and lots of wildlife, just a gorgeous ski weekend. If there's an opening next year, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lauren S.
Oct 11, 2017
BEYOND AMAZING!!!!
If you are looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay in the woods of Maine then this is it! The property is beyond anything I have ever seen. Every inch of the property is beautiful! From the Countertops to the fireplace! It is just perfect!
This house has an excellent location minutes from the slopes. The home had ample space for 6 adults. Comfortable beds and plenty of room to spread out. Central kitchen for dining & entertainment. Gas fireplace kept us toasty! Ping pong table was a plus . Julie the owner was accessible and very helpful on a few of our needs. Great place for a winter getaway!
My husband and I are not from New England so this getaway was the complete opposite of what we’re use to coming from Georgia. Our stay at Mountain House was so relaxing, quiet and enjoyable. The fact that we didn’t even have to leave the property to enjoy views we’ve only seen online or in magazines was amazing. The property was clean and well maintained, any questions I had the owner answered right away. We will definitely be back to enjoy the breathtaking views of Sunday River right from the front window.
The property has an extraordinary view of Sunday River. We watched the Christmas Eve fireworks from the front porch! The location is also great - less than 5 minutes to the parking area in Southridge Lodge. There is plenty of room for large groups to spread out with a den/study, living room, large dining room as well as TV room with nice gas log fireplace. The Ping Pong table was a big hit. Vintage farmhouse with lots of charm. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
What a wonderful home for a family ski long weekend! Julie was fabulous to work with and answered all of my questions quickly! The house was so spacious and it had everything we needed. We prepared meals with ease as the kitchen was fully equipped and had had plenty of seating for meals. The bedrooms were spacious and and beds so comfortable. The rec room they offer is equipped with a ping pong table and plenty books and games for kids! The gas fireplace was so wonderful after a long day of skiing. The views from this rental are spectacular and the location to Sunday River only a 3 minute drive. We didn’t want the weekend to end! Thank you Julie and Frank. We will be back!!!
We really enjoyed our 5 nights at the Mountain Home, and Julie and Frank really were a pleasure to meet and get to know! The home is historic, so you should expect some idiosyncrasies, but it is very enjoyable. The kitchen is well stocked with things you may need, and we cooked breakfast and dinners and the girls baked brownies. Frank set up a grill for us and we did steaks one evening.
There is a nice porch in the front with rocking chairs and this was our favorite hang-out spot in the evenings. They have an apple orchard in the back with string lights -- looks like a magical fairyland at night and a fun place to hang out!
We played a lot of ping-pong and watched a nice movie on the TV in the living room.
The only downside for us was that the wi-fi speed is very slow and I had trouble using my laptop for Teams meetings. The cell reception is pretty decent and we were able to work around by using mobile devices.
Finally, Julie and Frank are very wonderful, warm people. Julie was nice enough to do some laundry for our kids who had just come from summer camp with duffel bags full of dirty clothes! They are highly responsive and wonderful to spend time with -- in our short stay we really hit it off!
Our stay at the house was interrupted when a sump pump in the basement of the home caught on fire. We were awoken to a fire alarm in the middle of the night, and needed to get everyone out of the house immediately. The fire department came and put out the fire, but the house was left with a terrible (and unsafe) smell. The fire department stated that windows needed to stay open for 2 days. It was the middle of winter, and I did not want my kids breathing the toxic chemicals in the air from the fire (nor did I want to deal with open windows). As a result, we decided to end our vacation early, which was a real disappointment.
The home owner was reasonable at first, but clearly wanted us to complete our stay. She was in Florida, and didn't seem to understand the interruption that had occurred fully. I asked for a refund, and while she did refund me partially, she clearly did not understand our perspective, and instead did all she could do keep as much of her money as she could.
The house is fine. Not great, particularly the lack of bathroom space and no laundry, but in general you do get what you see, and the location is awesome. The owner was pleasant to deal with up until there was an issue. Once there was an issue, I thought she proved to be selfish and not very reasonable. I know she will refute this, which is fine, but it is honestly how I felt, so rent with caution. They clearly don't properly maintain this aging house, and if there is an issue, she won't deal with it as you woudl hope/expect.
This is a lovely home. We stayed for 3 nights. The location is wonderful. 5 mins from the lifts with a great view of the mountain. Plenty of space for a family group. Very clean and well maintained.
My friends & I stayed at this house for a ski weekend & it was perfect. The house was large enough for our group of 11, plenty of bedrooms, it was clean and conveniently located minutes from the mountain. The host, Julie, was very communicative as well. The only thing the house doesn’t have is laundry. We got stuck in a very rainy/wet ski day so drying our gear was necessary. The fireplace worked wonderfully & the grand summit hotel is conveniently located 5 minutes away so we were able to use their laundry services as well. Overall, a great experience & would definitely stay again!