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Shimmering Peaks Retreat

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a dining table set with pumpkins. - Shimmering Peaks Retreat (Thornton)
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a washing machine and dryer, a small shelf with toiletries, and a door leading to another room. - Shimmering Peaks Retreat (Thornton)
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a staircase with a metal railing, a kitchen area, and a view of the outdoors. - Shimmering Peaks Retreat (Thornton)
A two-story building with a garage and a covered porch. - Shimmering Peaks Retreat (Thornton)
A doorway with red curtains leading to a room with a wooden floor, a small orange stool, and a colorful rug. - Shimmering Peaks Retreat (Thornton)
Near White Mountain National Forest, Shimmering Peaks Retreat provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Entire home

316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Shimmering Peaks Retreat

  • Wide mountain views and room for 14

    Perched on a private 4.6-acre wooded hillside, this striking modern mountain home offers sweeping views of the White Mountains through a dramatic wall of glass. Nestled among the trees yet open to big skies and colorful sunsets, the custom 5-bedroom, 3-bath residence (approx. 3,400 sq ft) features a walkout lower level and comfortably sleeps 14—perfect for ski weeks, fall foliage getaways, and multi-generational family reunions.



    Inside, an open great room features a wall of glass framing the mountains, a wood stove, and seamless flow to the covered deck with a gas fire pit. There’s a bunk room, game room, and dedicated play area for young kids, plus linens, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Smart TVs throughout.

    Note: A long, steep driveway means all-wheel drive or 4x4 is strongly recommended in winter.

    Nearby Attractions

    Winter

    • Waterville Valley Resort (~15 min) – Skiing, snowboarding, and Nordic trails

    • Loon Mountain (~25 min) – Skiing, snowboarding, and terrain parks

    Year-Round & Summer

    • Welch-Dickey Loop Trail – Popular moderate hike with excellent summit views

    • Owl’s Nest Resort – Golf, dining, and on-site amenities right next door

    • Waterville Valley – Hiking, mountain biking, kayaking/paddleboarding on Corcoran’s Pond

    • Loon Mountain – Gondola skyride, mountain biking, adventure park, and zipline

    • Franconia Notch State Park – Flume Gorge, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway, and scenic hiking

    • Kancamagus Highway – Classic White Mountains scenic drive and fall foliage route

    • Pemigewasset River – Tubing, kayaking, and riverside recreation

    • Lincoln / North Woodstock – Shops, restaurants, Clark’s Trading Post, and family attractions

    North Conway (~1–1.25 hours)

    • Cranmore Mountain Resort – Skiing in winter; mountain coaster, zip line, and adventure park in summer

    • Conway Scenic Railroad – Scenic train rides through the Mount Washington Valley

    • Diana’s Baths & Echo Lake State Park – Waterfalls, swimming, and easy hikes with views of Cathedral Ledge

    • Story Land (nearby in Glen) – Classic family theme park

    • Settlers Green – Tax-free outlet shopping

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Thornton, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ice Castles is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Squam Lake. Rhino Bike Works and Waterville Valley Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Visit our Thornton travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A cable car labeled "Cannon" suspended by a cable, with a mountainous landscape and dense forest in the background.
    White Mountain National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A snowy mountain landscape with a ski lift and a person on the lift.
    Loon Mountain Resort
    22 min drive - 34.3 km
  • A lakeside town with white buildings, autumn foliage, and a mountain in the background.
    Waterville Valley Resort
    23 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Owl's Nest Resort & Golf Club
    9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Waterville Valley Ice Arena
    18 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Covered Bridge Farm Table
    12 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    8 min drive
  • Mad River Tavern
    6 min drive
  • Benton's Sugar Shack
    11 min drive
  • Sunset Grill
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shimmering Peaks Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shimmering Peaks Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shimmering Peaks Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shimmering Peaks Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from White Mountain National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Campton Town Hall and Owl's Nest Resort & Golf Club. Welch Mountain and Dickey Mountain Loop Trailhead and Blair Bridge are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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