Glynn House Inn: 5 Stars / 5 Days: Feb Trip Advisor Review

Thanks so much to the guests who were kind enough to take the time to write the following review. Five evenings provides an opportunity for guests to really get a feel for the Inn and the local area. We're very pleased to receive a five star review.

“A Perfect Getaway”

Reviewed February 28, 2013 NEW http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g29729-d79113-r153394924-Glynn_House_Inn-Ashland_New_Hampshire.html

My boyfriend surprised me with a 5 night stay here this past Valentine's Day since neither of us have been to New Hampshire before, but a number of our coworkers raved about the hiking, skiing and shopping to be found in this state. He'd found Glynn House via an Internet search for the best and breakfast inns of New Hampshire and truly this one surpassed his expectations and absolutely thrilled me - from the lovely, comfortable room and delicious breakfasts to the proximity of great hiking, skiing, shopping and local brew pubs. 

Our room was spacious considering that the inn is a well-maintained Victorian house in the heart of Ashland (Squam Lakes region), with a very comfortable queen size bed, a delightfully warming gas fireplace, a wonderfully relaxing jacuzzi tub, and a nice bathroom with a corner shower. Both the bedroom and bathroom maintain the Victorian feel through the decor and the old-fashioned radiators, and were always the perfect temperature after coming back from a day of winter hiking or skiing. Complimentary robes and Afghans are provided for use during your stay as well, and special touches like a bouquet of roses can be purchased. A separate building on the property maintains rooms for those traveling with pets, and though I can't speak to the look or feel of those, I did notice that there was a regular stream of guests staying there too. 

The inn's owners are a lovely British couple, exceptionally friendly and dedicated to providing a great experience for their guests (such as when Glenn helped us to warm a quart of cider, and when he loaned my boyfriend his own hat and gloves when we couldn't find his). They were always happy to help arrange dinner reservations and suggest daily activities, including the sale of lift tickets right on the premises and having numerous laminated maps and map brochures for finding local and Franconia hiking trails, and of course knowledgeable of where to go (or else more than happy to research on your behalf) for special interests and good deals. And the breakfasts they serve each morning are simply scrumptious. The menu lists 8 or so delicious options, and includes fruit, juice, coffee or tea, and a muffin. Breakfast service is attentive and provides a great social opportunity for learning about Glenn's fascinating world travels and for getting to know the other guests. 
Our room, the Monroe suite, was on the first floor outside of the common room (where complimentary treats and sherry are offered), and only during one night did we encounter other guests sitting there (couldn’t hear them with the door closed, for those who may be concerned). Being social, we enjoy meeting new people through these types of settings, and had a memorable night of wine and conversation as a result of sitting down with them, so I would enjoy meeting more like-minded guests, say through an evening meet and greet with a treat, or perhaps some type of weekly/every few days event before or after dinner to encourage guests to mingle. This would only be a bonus, as the plushness of the inn is conducive to cuddling up by the fire with one's love at the end of a long winter day, and that in and of itself was a thoroughly enjoyable escape from the stress of our jobs. 

To speak briefly of recommended activities, we enjoyed local hiking at Mt. Percival with its stellar views of Big Squam Lake, the challenge and beauty of the trails in Franconia State Park, hitting the slopes for our very first time at Waterville Valley, and stumbling upon the Woodstock Inn and Brewery. 

The return on investment for this trip was exceptional, and we look forward to coming back again to experience the other seasons and additional trails and brews. We would certainly stay at the Glynn House again, for the value relative to the plush and scrumptious offerings. Thank you for helping to shape an unforgettable experience.

The romantic Glynn House Inn – situated in the heart of New Hampshire’s spectacular lakes and mountains – offers guests elegant surroundings, delicious food, uncompromising service and genuine hospitality. A full gluten free breakfast menu is always available. Bring your favorite four-footed canine pal on holiday too and reserve one of four pet friendly rooms. Visit the Glynn House website http://www.glynnhouse.com/ for additional information about the Inn and local activities.