Activities & Dining
- Lakefront
- Area Sightseeing
- Outdoor Activities
- Arts & Entertainment
- Winter Activities
- Area Restaurants
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Follansbee Inn Lakefront, Boats and Bikes
Kayak, canoe or row to the island or inlet to view wildlife. Bicycle around the lake. Try our tandem bike! Use of our boats and bikes is complimentary.
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The Musterfield Farm Museum
Located 1 mile and an easy walk from the inn, this 18th Century Homestead and restored buildings still has a working bicentennial farm. Civil War reenactments and Old Fashioned Farm Days in the summer, Ice Cutting on Kezar Lake in the winter are just a few of the charming activities at this historic spot. -
John Hay Estate (also known as The Fells)
Unique and historic estate where you can tour the gardens, hike through the beautiful estate, attend summer concerts or guided gardening, hiking or art events. -
Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site
This National Historic Site has 150 acres including the home, garden and studios of famous sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. -
Canterbury Shaker Village
Tour the Shaker Village, eat at their outstanding restaurant, or attend one of their many craft workshops or old time events. Closed for part of the winter, so visit their website for dates of operation. - Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum
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Enfield Shaker Museum
This Museum holds arts & crafts classes, concerts and more -
Sunapee Boat Cruises
Take a dinner cruise around Lake Sunapee
Outdoor Activities
Our location is an outdoorsman's mecca, with many hiking trails, biking, golf, and boating activities available. Here is a list to get you started. Other hiking/biking trail information is available at the inn.
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Mt. Kearsarge Hiking
A summer day hike to the summit with great vistas. -
Mt. Sunapee Hiking
Hike to the summit and then to Lake Solitude, a glacial lake. -
The Fells
Unique and historic estate where you can tour the gardens, hike through the beautiful estate, attend summer concerts or guided gardening, hiking or art events. - Country Club of New Hampshire Golf
- Eastman Country Club Golf
- John Cain Golf Club
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Twin Lakes Villa Golf
21 Twin Lake Villa Rd, New London (603) 526-6460 9 holes - Duston Golf Club
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The Fells Music/Arts/Lecture Series
About 10 minutes from the inn, there is hiking, summer outdoor concerts, art & activities at this historic New Hampshire point. -
Sutton Strings is a small acoustic music shop offeri a wide variety of quality guitar and mandolin instruments.
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New Hampshire Craftsman's Fair
Held at Mt. Sunapee, just 15 minutes from the inn - Make your reservation to stay at the Follansbee Inn early, as this event is an American Business Association's Nationwide Top 100 Pick. -
Barn Theater of New London
Summer stock theater featuring musicals. A 10 minutes drive from the inn. For tickets and schedule call (603) 526-4631. -
New Hampshire International Speedway in Loudon, NH
NASCAR and other events at this speedway located about 45 minutes from the inn; many guests stay here for Winston Cup and other races. -
Colby-Sawyer College Entertainment
Less than 10 minutes from the inn. -
Four Corners Grille Music Series
3 minutes from the inn. -
MainStreet BookEnds
Concerts, Readings, Discussions and more. -
Dartmouth Performing Arts (The Hop)
Music, lectures, film, art at Dartmouth College, about a 25 minute drive from the inn. - Claremont Opera House
Winter Activities
Our Guests are welcome to borrow some snowshoes and hike right from our door. Both Wadleigh State Park and Musterfield Farm provide for great outdoor exercise. Or choose to go to one of the local ski areas listed below.
Area Restaurants
A partial list of some of our guests favorite eating spots.
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La Meridiana
Less than 10 minutes from the inn. Northern Italian Cuisine; reservations a must for this local favorite - (603) 526-2033 -
Four Corners Grille & Flying Goose Brew Pub
3 minutes from the inn! Burgers, Salads, barbecue, seafood, brew pub (603) 526-6899 -
Ellie's Cafe & Deli
Less than 10 minutes from the inn. Breakfast, Lunch Menus, and Coffee Bar.
(603) 526-2488
207 Main St. New London NH 03257 -
The Millstone
10 minutes from the inn. Great wine, seafood, continental American cuisine. Reservations appreciated. (603) 526-4201. -
Traditions
At Lake Sunapee Country Club. 5 minutes from the inn. Seafood and traditional favorites. For reservations call (603) 526-6040. -
Pizza Chef
Less than 10 minutes from the inn. Take out or eat in Pizza, Subs, in New London. (603) 526-9201. -
McKenna's Family Restaurant
10 minutes from the inn. TCBY Yogurt and family dining at the New London Shopping Center. No reservations. -
Peter Christian's
10 minutes from the inn. English style pub, casual atmosphere. Open for Lunch and Dinner. No reservations. Located next to Ellie's on Main Street New London. -
Pleasant Lake Inn Restaurant
10 minutes from the inn. 5 course, 2 entree, prix fixe gourmet. Reservations required. (603) 526-6271. -
New London Inn
10 minutes from the inn. Continental, contemporary fare. (603) 526-2791. -
China City
Traditional Chinese take-out or eat-in. 10 minutes from the inn. (603) 526-2868. -
Bradford Junction
Eat luncheon specials or old fashioned diner delights at this breakfast and luncheon spot, which is a converted train car. Do not miss their pies for dessert. No reservations. 15 minutes from the inn. -
The Anchorage
20 minutes from the inn. Summer waterfront eatery on Lake Sunapee, plus live weekend entertainment. (603) 763-3334 -
Bubba's
15 minutes from the inn. Casual eatery and a seasonal outdoor ice cream place, just across from Newbury Harbor. No reservations. -
Appleseed Restaurant
15 minutes from the inn. Home cooking in a country restaurant. - (603)938-2100. -
Daniel's
20 minutes from the inn. Overlooking a sweet river, this country restaurant has a varied menu of sandwiches and entrees sure to please anyone. (603) 428-7621. -
Country Spirits Restaurant
20 minutes from the inn. American country fare in a comfortable, friendly setting. (603) 428-7007.

