A WINTER WONDERLAND
The Highlands Inn is located in one of the best ski areas in the country. Two major ski resorts are within 15 minutes of the Inn - Bretton Woods and Cannon Mountain. Four others are within 40 minutes. Discounted lift tickets and cross-country passes are available at the Inn. They'll guarantee your admission with no waiting in ticket lines!
The ski resorts offer snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowtubing, and snowshoeing in addition to alpine skiing. Ice skating and sleigh rides are also available. The facilities open as early as mid-November and usually stay open through mid-April for some super spring skiing! They discount their rates midweek, so come then if you can.
If you're not up for downhill, 15 miles of trails provide excellent cross-country skiing and snowshoeing right on our property. We offer complimentary use of snowshoes. And snowmobilers are welcome! The Inn is surrounded by some of the best snowmobile trails in New England. You can ride these trails all the way to Canada. Rentals are available locally.
You can even go dog sledding in the White Mountain National Forest or on private trails. One- and two-hour trips are available within minutes of the Inn. These "adventure tours" are both fun and educational! Dog sled rides are also available at The Rocks Estate right in Bethlehem.
MORE ABOUT WINTER EVENTS!
JANUARY 2012 SPECIALS -
Best rates of the year! Stay 3 nights midweek and get ONE FREE NIGHT ... Stay 3 weekend nights and get the 3rd night at half price! Or stay 7 nights and get TWO FREE NIGHTS! (non-holidays)
JANUARY-MARCH CONCERTS - FREE!
FAMILY WEEKEND - January 6-8, 2012
Bring mom and dad, a gay male friend, or your old college buddy and his wife. You decide what "family" means! Of course kids are always welcome at the Inn, but a family weekend is an especially good time to bring them! Also see our ALL IN THE FAMILY WEEKEND in July and our 2nd family weekend in April.
CELEBRATE WITH YOUR VALENTINE ANY TIME DURING FEBRUARY!
Packages start at just $280 for 2 midweek nights in a double bed room and $305 for 2 weekend nights in a double. Presidents' Weekend (2/17-20) starts at $320 for 2 nights. King and queen rooms are higher.
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Fresh floral arrangement in your room
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Champagne and gourmet chocolates
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Commemorative champagne glasses
- Breakfast each morning
- Chocolate covered strawberries
OUR MOUNTAIN SPRINGTIME
Most warm-weather sports and activities are readily available within minutes of The Highlands Inn, and facilities start to open up in the spring. Golf is very popular with our guests. We have two Donald Ross golf courses in Bethlehem alone! Discounts at several area golf courses are available at the Inn.
The White Mountains also offer some of the best and most varied hiking and biking in the country. There are short hikes that can take you to a waterfall or a spectacular view, as well as more strenuous hikes to scenic outlooks and mountain summits. And whether you prefer on-road or off-road biking, you'll find miles of roads and trails. Other popular sports include tennis, canoeing, fishing, rafting, and horseback riding ... and spring is a great time for moose-watching!
Our heated pool opens in early May, and you'll find 15 miles of walking/mountain biking trails right on the property. Or take the Cog Railway to the summit of Mount Washington or a leisurely train ride through a scenic mountain pass. We also have a historic movie house, the Colonial Theatre, right in Bethlehem. The Colonial is open from the spring through fall, showing art films that you won't easily find elsewhere - see www.bethlehemcolonial.org.
SPRING FLINGS - March, April, May
Stay three nights and get the third night at half price. (Excludes holidays. Valid for new reservations only.)
APRIL-JUNE CONCERTS - FREE!
MAPLE TOURS AT THE ROCKS ESTATE - dates to be announced
Maple tours are back on tap at The Rocks Estate. Discovering the history of maple sugaring, participating in the process of tapping trees and making syrup, horse-drawn wagon rides through the scenic Rocks property, and tasty treats have made these tours a favorite springtime tradition. Visitors learn how to identify the sugar maple trees that produce the sweet sap for making syrup, hear the history of maple sugaring, and see part of the process demonstrated at the on-site New Hampshire Maple Experience.
FAMILY WEEKEND - April 13-15, 2012
Bring mom and dad, a gay male friend, or your old college buddy and his wife. You decide what "family" means! Of course kids are always welcome at the Inn, but a family weekend is an especially good time to bring them! Also see our ALL IN THE FAMILY WEEKEND in July.
OLDER WOMEN'S WEEKEND - April 27-29, 2012
This weekend is especially for older women and their friends (younger or older). How old is "older"? That's up to you!
The weekend will include a wine & cheese gathering on Friday night and dinner and a concert on Saturday night (additional charge for the dinner). Other activities may include a group shopping trip, hiking, Wii, and other games.
NEW HAMPSHIRE RESTAURANT WEEK - May 18-25
The NH Lodging & Restaurant Association is spearheading the first-ever statewide Restaurant Week in New Hampshire. This event will take place Friday, May 18 and run through Friday May 25, 2012. Restaurants from all over the state will be invited to participate in this event, which will encourage people to get out and experience the fine cuisine available throughout New Hampshire. Participating restaurants will offer a prix fixe 3-course lunch and/or dinner package for the 8-day event.
GOOD OLD SUMMERTIME
The White Mountains Association boasts "Summer was invented here." Visit us and we think you'll agree! 
In our area, summer is officially ushered in by the 3-week "Fields of Lupine Festival" sponsored by Bethlehem and other surrounding towns.
For starters, the Inn opens its 54-foot heated pool in early May. Lounge by the pool, relax in the outdoor spa, hike on our trails, cook out on the poolside grill - or get out and explore the beautiful mountains that surround us. All of the area's outdoor sports and activities are in full swing - golf, tennis, hiking, biking, horseback riding, canoeing, and fishing. Antiquing, two wonderful summer theaters, and music ranging from free summer bandstand concerts to world class chamber music all help to make the Inn the perfect summer getaway!
JUNE - Attend a Gay Pride event and get 10% off your stay any time during the month of June
JULY-SEPTEMBER CONCERTS - FREE!
A SPIRITUAL WEEKEND WITH INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED MEDIUM
AMANDA DeSHONG - June 8-10, 2012
Click for info about the program. For information about Amanda see www.amandadeshong.com.
FIELDS OF LUPINE FESTIVAL - dates to be announced
The Fields of Lupine Festival is an annual event celebrating the blossoming of the lupines in New 
Hampshire's north country. Nowhere else does this beautiful wildflower figure so prominently in the landscape and the ethos of the region.
Early June sees roadsides and fields carpeted with this unique New Hampshire wildflower. You will enjoy views that are serene and awe inspiring at once. The communities of Bethlehem, Easton, Franconia, Sugar Hill, Twin Mountain, and Bretton Woods all join together to celebrate the coming of the lupines and to showcase the region. Every year they put together a host of great events around the flowering: garden tours, historic inn tours, concerts, sidewalk sales, and art exhibits.
ALL IN THE FAMILY WEEKEND - July 13-15, 2012 
This weekend is especially for kids and their families ... the modern family, that is. You know those gay guys, your best friends who you've always thought would love this place? How about your sister and her husband, or your brother and his husband?
We'll have some special surprises for the kids ... an ice cream social, treats waiting in their room and a movie especially for them. You bring the kids, we'll make the popcorn! A great summer weekend and you decide what family means.
We have another family weekend on April 13-15. Join us in both April and July!
SUMMER THEATRE SPECIAL - Summer 2012
Stay 5 or more nights and we'll give you tickets to a play at one of our outstanding summer theatres, the Weathervane Theatre or the Papermill. Note: You will be responsible for the cost of the tickets if, for any reason, you are unable to use tickets that we have purchased for you. Special is valid for new reservations only.
21st NORTH COUNTRY MOOSE FESTIVAL - dates to be announced
Enjoy the fun, funky and fabulous North Country Moose Festival. Friday’s activities usually include moose mud pond fun and games, an art show, quilt show, street fair, chicken barbecue, classic car parade, and guided moose tour. Saturday’s entertainment includes a Moose Country Fair, photography contest, historical horse & wagon tours, moose stew cook-off, and moose calling contest. See Moose Festival on www.northcountrychamber.org/.
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WESOME AUTUMN
Northern New Hampshire's fall foliage is world famous and deservedly so. Only two places in the world enjoy such brilliant autumn colors - the White Mountains and an area in Japan. The Highlands Inn is located right in the heart of this fabulous foliage country. With so many spectacular hikes and drives nearby, the Inn is ideally situated for leaf-peeping. Fall is also an excellent season for moose-watching!
Fall festivals, the Littleton Art Show at the end of September, a gorgeous drive down the Kancamagus Highway - there's so much to enjoy during this time of year. We welcome visitors who come from all over the world to appreciate nature's incredible show.
FLING INTO FALL - September, October, and November
Crisp fall weather and azure skies make this time of year especially delightful! Stay three nights midweek during September, October, or November and get the third night at half price. (Excludes holidays. Valid for new reservations only.)
OCTOBER-DECEMBER CONCERTS - FREE!
FLY FISHING WEEKEND - September 7-9
The Highlands Inn and Reel North LLC are excited to offer a three-day Women’s Fly Fishing Clinic. The 
lead instructor is Nome Buckman, a professional fly fishing guide and instructor. She will teach us how to choose and assemble the proper equipment, tie knots, casting basics, what fish eat, how to read the water, fly tying basics, selecting the proper fly, etiquette & stewardship and so much more. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced fly fisher, our knowledgeable instructors will accommodate your individual needs.
Participants with be provided with on-the-stream instruction and a memorable fishing experience on the waters of the gorgeous Mount Washington Valley. In addition to hands on instruction, participants will get a chance to practice their new found skills for a half day on one of the many wonderful stretches of streams in the area with an experienced river buddy.
There are 10 spaces available for this clinic which will be filled on a first come first served basis. The clinic fee is $185 per person. Attendees must have a valid NH Fishing License. Participants will go home with a sundry of fly fishing goodies. Click for info about Reel North LLC.
NEW HAMPSHIRE HIGHLAND GAMES - September, dates to be announced
The New Hampshire Highland Games is the largest Scottish cultural festival in the Northeast. The festival celebrates the music, dance, athletics, and customs of the Scottish people.
Known for its diverse program, highlights include the gathering of the Scottish clans with over 60 clans and societies, massed bands, sheepdog trials, Celtic music concerts, the New England Regional Scottish Fiddle Championship, heavyweight Scottish athletics, highland dance competition, solo piping & drumming, Scottish harp & other instrument competitions. www.nhscot.org
ANNUAL LITTLETON ARTS SHOW - dates to be announced
Main Street, Littleton NH. Artists from throughout New England display and sell their work. See more...
MURDER MYSTERY WEEKEND - October 26-28, 2012
Our 21st Annual! Guests assume the roles of suspects, even victims, and everyone plays detective in a mystery written especially for us by "Murder Without Pain." $50 per person, plus room, includes dinner.
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ESPECIALLY FOR SINGLES - November 9-11, 2012
This is the 6th year for our very successful Especially for Singles weekends. The Inn is a perfect place to relax and meet some new friends! We'll have wine & cheese in our fireplaced living room and a cozy house concert on Saturday night. Other activities will depend on your interests ... a group hike, Wii, and games are some possibilities.
Couples are welcome too ... why not invite a single friend to come along for the weekend?
THANKSGIVING - November 21-25, 2012
Delicious aromas start to fill the air by midday and you know a special feast is in store. Turkey with homemade stuffing, the creamiest mashed potatoes , sweet potatoes, winter squash, and Grace's cranberry relish keep guests coming back. Leave room for dessert because we'll have at least five. Enjoy the Inn's hospitality at its best when old and new friends gather for this special holiday. $50 per person includes 2 wonderful meals - our traditional Thanksgiving feast, plus savory turkey soup, casseroles, and desserts on Friday!
WORK WEEKEND - dates to be announced
Annual clearing of the ski trails and wood stacking. Lodging and food free for your labor. You must bring your own tools - chainsaws, brush cutters, and/or loppers.
WINTER EVENTS AND HOLIDAYS
There's so much to do in our "Winter Wonderland"! In addition to excellent skiing and other winter sports in the immediate area, the Inn has two large spas for the enjoyment of our guests. Both are complimentary and open year round. The private indoor spa is located in the Main Inn, in a room just off the breakfast room. To reserve the time that you want, all you need to do is sign up on a sheet that's posted on the door to the spa.
Just steps from the Main Inn, our outdoor spa is also open year round. Many guests enjoy luxuriating in the spa under the stars, while others prefer a relaxing afternoon dip, surrounded by snow-covered fields!
Other amenities of special interest to wintertime guests include the gay/lesbian movie collection and our spacious fireplaced library and living room.
The living room is always a popular gathering spot, but especially in winter months. As one guest wrote:
"The fireplace, sitting area and dining area are absolutely beautiful; the perfect place to relax as a couple, or meet new people. It is a credit to you and your Inn that we all started out as 40 or so strangers, and ended up friends."
The nearby ski resorts offer snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowtubing, and snowshoeing in addition to alpine skiing. Ice skating and sleigh rides are also available. The facilities open as early as mid-November and usually stay open through mid-April for some super spring skiing! They discount their rates midweek, so come then if you can. Discounted lift tickets and cross-country passes are available at the Inn. They'll guarantee your admission with no waiting in ticket lines!
Fifteen miles of trails provide excellent cross-country skiing and snowshoeing right on our property. We offer complimentary use of snowshoes. And snowmobilers are welcome! The Inn is surrounded by some of the best snowmobile trails in New England. You can ride these trails all the way to Canada. Rentals are available locally. You can even go dog sledding in the White Mountain National Forest or on private trails. One- and two-hour trips are available within minutes of the Inn. These "adventure tours" are both fun and educational!
DECEMBER SPECIALS - Stay 3 nights midweek and get ONE FREE NIGHT - Or stay 7 nights and get TWO FREE NIGHTS! WEEKEND SPECIAL: Stay 3 nights and get the 3rd night at half price! (December Specials include Christmas but not the period between Christmas and New Year's.)
FREE XMAS TREE
OR HOLIDAY WREATH
YOUR CHOICE!
Get into the Christmas spirit! Stay with us 2 or more nights in December and we will give you a beautiful, fresh tree (up to 8 feet) or a fully decorated, locally made wreath. The trees are from a local tree farm ... you can cut your own if you wish!
Offer is good Dec 3-25 and can't be combined with other specials. New reservations only.
CHRISTMAS
Spend a relaxing holiday with us! Enjoy a white Christmas in the country, with lots of holiday cheer, eggnog, and caroling. We have three rooms with cozy fireplaces as well as our great old stone fireplace in the living room/library. Plus indoor and outdoor spas, complimentary snowshoes, discounts at the local ski resorts, and miles of cross country trails right on our property! FYI ... several of our local restaurants serve excellent dinners on Christmas Day (reservations recommended).
NEW YEAR'S 2012
Bring in the New Year with a great dinner followed by a fabulous party with DJs and champagne. Festivities begin with pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres served in our fireplaced living room. Dinner features succulent prime rib (alternative available for non-meat eaters), lots of veggies, and a fantastic selection of homemade desserts. Then we party! There is no better place to dance the night away and ring in the New Year! Four-night minimum. Packages are $750-$1,230 per couple.
ROMANCE PACKAGES
The Highlands Inn is the perfect place for your romantic getaway! Our Special Package includes your room with private bath, a country breakfast each morning, and a basket filled with champagne, chocolates, and other goodies. Our Deluxe Package includes all this and more. You'll get a special souvenir and a fresh floral arrangement to welcome you, and you can even have breakfast in your room one morning! (Breakfast in room not available in Farmhouse.)
Two-night Special Packages start at just $260 per couple for a standard double bed room; two-night Deluxe Packages start at $305 for a double bed room. Rates are higher for rooms with a queen or king-size bed. Longer stays are available for both packages.
Also see our New Hampshire Weddings and Honeymoon Packages on the Weddings & Honeymoons Page. The Highlands Inn is ready to help you solemnize your commitment to one another. Our romantic guest rooms, gorgeous sunsets, and quiet moonlit nights provide an ideal setting for this very special time.
GIFT BASKETS
Make any occasion special! Let us know in advance and we'll have a basket waiting in your room. Champagne (or other beverage), chocolates, snacks, bath and beauty products, and playful surprises are included. $30 or $40.
MASSAGE
Need to really unwind - or just want to surprise your partner with a wonderful treat? Call well ahead to make an appointment for a massage that can be done in the privacy of your room.
WEDDINGS AND GROUP EVENTS
Think about us when you’re planning your wedding ceremony, retreat, business meeting, or group getaway. For details, call 1-877-LES-B-INN (537-2466) and speak with Grace.
GIFT CERTIFICATES are available in any dollar amount. Great for any occasion!
We’re here for you year-round - a lesbian paradise!
