Do you struggle with what to give a loved one during the holiday season? I mean, you can only have so many socks and crossword puzzle books, right? Well, forget all that. Here are a few different gift ideas right here in New Hampshire that they will never forget.
- Visit The Top Of New England - Mount Washington Observatory
Getty Images For the hiker or scientist in your life, an unforgettable experience is staying overnight at the highest summit in the northeast. Mount Washington Observatory’s EduTrips allow for guests to stay at the summit weather station at an elevation of 6.288 ft. They will experience a full day of sightseeing, then be part of the team of weather observers and special dinner guest. To reserve this adventure, visit the Mount Washington Observatory website.
- Hide Out In A Treehouse - Dunbarton
Airbnb Playing in a treehouse was always fun as a kid, and now you can still do it at this unique treetop getaway. A suspended path leads to the treehouse, which is suspended 30 feet above the forest. This is the perfect place to get away from the bustle of the outside world and reconnect with nature. Reserve a booking on airbnb.
- Goat Yoga At Jenness Farm - Nottingham
Jenness Farm/Facebook This might just be an excuse to play with cute animals, but no matter! Enjoy a 60 minute yoga class where you can stretch, strengthen, relax, and be playful with adorable goats. The goats may mimic the energy level in the class, or they could just do their own. thing. Either way, it’s a fun way to spend an hour. Learn more at the Jenness Farm website.
- Glamp In Style - Sanbornton
Airbnb Camp comfortably in this private, scenic canvas tent, complete with cozy full-size bed and bedding, deck, and wood stove. The campsite is situated on an acre of land and has easy access to walking trails that wind through 20 acres of forest, perfect for walking and snowshoeing in winter. This is no ordinary camping tent! Reserve a booking on airbnb.
- Set Sail On A Gundalow - Portsmouth
Gundalow Company/Facebook Take a cruise on an historic gundalow, a type of flat-bottomed sailing barge constructed with traditional ship-making techniques and materials. While on board, learn about environmental science, history, and maritime heritage. To reserve tickets, visit the Gundalow Company website.
- Stay In The Lil’ Red Caboose - Lincoln
Airbnb Take a train to nowhere by staying in this vintage, remodeled caboose from the Boston & Maine Railroad. The caboose includes all the modern conveniences for a stay, and there’s even room for one person to sleep in the cupola. Wake up to views of the nearby mountains from one of the most unique overnight locations in the state. Reserve a booking on airbnb.
Are there other cool or unusual things to do or places to stay in New Hampshire that would make great gifts? Let us know in the comments!
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For the hiker or scientist in your life, an unforgettable experience is staying overnight at the highest summit in the northeast. Mount Washington Observatory’s EduTrips allow for guests to stay at the summit weather station at an elevation of 6.288 ft. They will experience a full day of sightseeing, then be part of the team of weather observers and special dinner guest. To reserve this adventure, visit the Mount Washington Observatory website.
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Playing in a treehouse was always fun as a kid, and now you can still do it at this unique treetop getaway. A suspended path leads to the treehouse, which is suspended 30 feet above the forest. This is the perfect place to get away from the bustle of the outside world and reconnect with nature. Reserve a booking on airbnb.
Jenness Farm/Facebook
This might just be an excuse to play with cute animals, but no matter! Enjoy a 60 minute yoga class where you can stretch, strengthen, relax, and be playful with adorable goats. The goats may mimic the energy level in the class, or they could just do their own. thing. Either way, it’s a fun way to spend an hour. Learn more at the Jenness Farm website.
Camp comfortably in this private, scenic canvas tent, complete with cozy full-size bed and bedding, deck, and wood stove. The campsite is situated on an acre of land and has easy access to walking trails that wind through 20 acres of forest, perfect for walking and snowshoeing in winter. This is no ordinary camping tent! Reserve a booking on airbnb.
Gundalow Company/Facebook
Take a cruise on an historic gundalow, a type of flat-bottomed sailing barge constructed with traditional ship-making techniques and materials. While on board, learn about environmental science, history, and maritime heritage. To reserve tickets, visit the Gundalow Company website.
Take a train to nowhere by staying in this vintage, remodeled caboose from the Boston & Maine Railroad. The caboose includes all the modern conveniences for a stay, and there’s even room for one person to sleep in the cupola. Wake up to views of the nearby mountains from one of the most unique overnight locations in the state. Reserve a booking on airbnb.
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Address: Mount Washington, Mt Washington, Sargent’s Purchase, NH 03846, USAAddress: Dunbarton, NH 03046, USAAddress: Jenness Farm, 77 Garland Rd, Nottingham, NH 03290, USAAddress: Sanbornton, NH, USAAddress: Gundalow Company, 60 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USAAddress: Lincoln, NH, USA
