"Big Sky" Retreat Atop Sunapee / Ski + Lake Life — Newbury, NH — vacation rental

"Big Sky" Retreat Atop Sunapee / Ski + Lake Life

Nightly
📍 Newbury, NH, US
GGuesty~$504
Per night · ~ estimatesHow we estimate

Welcome to "Big Sky" Retreat, a charming Cape Cod-style home 2 minutes from Lake and 5 minutes from Mount Sunapee. This spacious 5-bed, 3-bath abode boasts ample space for relaxation and entertainment. Perched atop a gentle hill and 13 acres, the property provides picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. The expansive yard (with pond!) is perfect for outdoor activities or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature.

About the Home

- Main Floor: Open-concept living area with a gas fireplace, cozy seating, and large windows. One king guest bedroom with mountain views. - Primary Suite (Main Floor): King bed, en-suite bath with spacious walk-in shower, and private outdoor access. - Upper Level: One queen bedroom with dormer windows and a single daybed, one full bedroom, and one spillover bedroom with queen + trundle beds great for kids or extra guests, sharing a full bath. - Game Room/Loft: Air hockey table, arcade cabinets + games (Pac-Man, etc.), and big screen TV ready for entertainment - Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, marble countertop, coffee maker, toaster, and ample counter space. - Dining Room: Formal dining area and a breakfast nook, perfect for shared meals. - Outdoor Living: Outdoor grill and two decks with seating for dining under the stars facing west, and a home-length porch facing east to watch the sun from start to finish. Outdoor shower to rinse off the mountain or the lake, and private pond for water-borne activities (paddleboards, canoes, pedal boat, etc.) - Upstairs Lounge: Cozy den for reading and relaxation. - Contingencies: Generac whole-home standby generator to ensure the fun never ends! - Professional Cleaning: Partnered with Birchmere Collective (www.birchmerecollective.com) to ensure the home is prepared to a 5-star / 10 out of 10 standard each and every stay - Proximity to Everything, Away from it All: Easy access to hiking trails, skiing/snowboarding, and the lake for year-round fun. * UPON REQUEST + ADDITIONAL PAYMENT * Hot tub for 6+ available for $150 payment per stay ** NOTE ** It is NOT bookable via this listing URL; however, the home features a second living area with two additional king bedrooms, a full bathroom, lounge area with TV, and direct backyard access. To book the main home and the additional, "flex" apartment (which can either be sequestered from the main house, or flow naturally into it via permissioned access codes - entirely up to the guest). The separate apartment NEVER rents "separately," so this ensure the guest has private access to the property at all times (NOTE: host/owners may be staying in the lower-level apartment when it’s not rented as part of the stay to assist during periods of inclement weather or to address guest special requests). Please head to the booking site for the same: airbnb.com/h/bigskyretreatsunapeeoverflow

Good to know

- AWD/4WD is highly recommended in winter months due to the private hill leading up to the house. - The home is family-friendly, but please be mindful of young children near the fireplace and outdoor spaces. - Cell service is reliable, but WiFi calling may be needed in some spots. ADDITIONAL AMENITY FEES: All to be paid prior to check-in! - Pets: An additional $100 pet fee per stay (NOT per pet) applies for your dogs-only (2 total allowed)! - Hot tub: $150 per stay for chemical balancing/preparation

The Neighborhood

"Big Sky" Retreat is conveniently located near Newbury, Sunapee, and New London, offering easy access to restaurants, activities, and outdoor adventures. Local Dining: - Bubba’s Bar & Grille (Newbury) – Casual lakeside dining. - Fenton’s Landing (Sunapee Harbor) – Great sandwiches and coffee. - The Anchorage (Sunapee Harbor) – Classic New England seafood. - Millstone at 74 Main (New London) – Elevated American cuisine. Outdoor Activities: - Mount Sunapee Resort – Skiing, snowboarding, and year-round adventure park. - Lake Sunapee – Boating, fishing, and water sports. - Newbury Harbor Public Beach – A scenic, family-friendly swimming spot. - The Fells Historic Estate & Gardens – Stroll through beautiful landscapes and trails. - John Hay National Wildlife Refuge – Excellent for nature walks and birdwatching.

Guest Access

Guests have full access to the home except for the lower-level apartment, which may occasionally be occupied by the owners (see "Interaction with Guests" for details). - Remote Keyless Entry: Schlage "smart" locks provide seamless self-check-in. - Contingency Entry: A backup IglooHome smart padlock and emergency manual lockbox are available for peace of mind. - Pedestrian Ingress/Egress: To help keep the home clean, we ask that guests use the mudroom/breezeway entrance, especially when coming off the slopes or hiking trails. ** VIA SEPARATE LISTING WEBSITE ** the lower-level apartment can be rented for an additional living space/2 additional bedrooms and 1 full bathroom: airbnb.com/h/bigskyretreatsunapeeoverflow

House Rules and Terms

*** Please respect "Big Sky" Retreat and approach your stay as if the home was your own! You will be liable for any damages done to the grounds or the improvements! ***

What this place offers

Safety & cleaning 9Family, pets & fun 10Parking & access 4Views & setting 9Nearby & activities 11Tech & work 9Pool & outdoors 10Kitchen & dining 20Comfort & essentials 19Rules & details 1Other 1
Carbon monoxide detector
Cleaning before checkout
Cleaning products
Emergency exit
Fire extinguisher
Fireplace guards
First aid kit
Path to entrance lit at night
Smoke detector
Pets allowed
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
Board games
Children’s books and toys
Children’s dinnerware
Family/kid friendly
Game room
High chair
Pack ’n Play/travel crib
Free parking on premises
Garage
Luggage dropoff allowed
Private entrance
Beach
Garden View
Lake
Lake access
Mountain
Mountain view
Rural
Village
Water View
Cycling
Fishing
Golf - Optional
Horseback Riding
Mountain Climbing
Museums
Rock Climbing
Shopping
Theme Parks
Water Parks
Water Sports
Cable TV
Desk
Dvd player
Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Sound system
Stereo system
TV
Wireless Internet
BBQ grill
Barbeque utensils
Beach essentials
Fire Pit
Garden or backyard
Hot tub
Kayak
Outdoor seating (furniture)
Patio or balcony
Private pool
Baking sheet
Blender
Coffee
Coffee maker
Cookware
Dining table
Dishes and silverware
Dishwasher
Freezer
Ice maker
Kettle
Kitchen
Microwave
Mini fridge
Oven
Refrigerator
Rice maker
Stove
Toaster
Wine glasses
Bed linens
Body soap
Ceiling fan
Clothing storage
Conditioner
Dryer
Dryer in common space
Essentials
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
Hot water
Indoor fireplace
Iron
Shampoo
Shower gel
Towels provided
Washer
Washer in common space
Long term stays allowed
Bikes

Booking and price

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the host's own site (bascaphospitality.guestybookings.com). CielStay links you there and charges no fee.

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$485/ night
GuestsUp to 14
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms3

House Policies

✓Pets welcome
Guests2
Pets0
📅 No current calendar from the host's site
GGuesty~$504
Per night · ~ estimatesHow we estimate