New Hampshire Vacation Rentals: An Introduction

New Hampshire or the Granite State is one of the states that are in the New England region of the US. Known for having cold winters and a beautiful landscape, the state is a great holiday destination for just about any kind of traveler. From mountains and other natural landscapes to outdoor recreational activities to family attractions, New Hampshire is truly a place that you should visit at least once in your life.

To make sure that you would be having the best experience in New Hampshire, make sure that you have booked one of the New Hampshire vacation homes that we have listed here. You can choose from Barnstead vacation rentals, vacation homes in Bartlett, Lake Winnipesaukee vacation cabins, Hampton Beach vacation homes, White Mountains cabin rentals and home rentals in North Conway. Also be sure to go through all of the New Hampshire vacation deals and New Hampshire vacation specials that we have to get the most out of your travel budget.

Top Attractions in New Hampshire

If you are staying at a Manchester vacation home, the Currier Museum of Art would be a great attraction to start with. Here, you would not just be able to view some of the best works of famous artists like Picasso, O'Keeffe, Monet and Warhol, you would also be abel to participate in several family friendly programs. The museum also has a Winter Garden cafe where you can grab a bite after taking a tour of the museum.

If you want to experience something different, you can go to the Muddy Paw Sled Dog Kennel which offers dog sled tours. They have specially-engineered carts as well as friendly canine athletes and pet dogs that would surely be a delight for the whole family. This would be the perfect attraction to add to your itinerary especially if you are staying at a Jefferson vacation home.

For families who are traveling with young kids, the SEE Science Center would be a great attraction as it offers plenty of interactive displays and exhibits which teach concepts about light, force, electricity, momentum, sound and others. The center is also the home of the world's largest permanent LEGO brick installation, the LEGO Millyard. Be sure to add the SEE Science Center to your trip schedule if you are headed to a Manchester vacation rental.

For a more relaxed afternoon, you can consider spending the day at the Urban Forestry Center in Portsmouth. Those who are staying at a nearby Portsmouth vacation home could go here to see the beautiful gardens, stroll down the scenic walking trails and learn about different tree species.

Muster Field Farm Museum is a great historic site to visit if you are renting a North Sutton vacation home. It features an 18th century homestead, a bicentennial working farm and restored farm buildings that are set on 250 acres of conserved woodland and scenic tableland.

For adventurous travelers staying in a Lincoln vacation rental, you could go to the Alpine Adventures Outdoor Recreation where you can choose between two Zipline Canopy Tours. The site features 4 ziplines, platforms and bridges on 300 acres. They also have several other activities that both adults and children can enjoy such as giant swings, bridges, freefall and tree houses.

Featuring 11,000 years of New Hampshire history, the Millyard Museum showcases a display of different artifacts that recreate the history of the Paleo-Indians, the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company Millyard, the invention of the Segway, along with many other special exhibits. You can inquire at the museum for a guided tour if you would be staying at a Manchester vacation home.

If you would be going to New Hampshire in the summer, the Newfound Audubon Center should be included in your itinerary as it offer many activities for the family such as nature programs, hiking on scenic trails, as well as canoeing and kayaking.

Christmas is also the excellent time to visit the state as you would have the chance to visit the White Mountain Holiday Magic Light Park, which features animated displays, cascading holiday lights, holiday portraits, a visit with Santa and wagon rides. Whether you would be traveling with your partner or with friends or family, this attraction would surely complete your Christmas holiday trip to New Hampshire.

A 4000-year old archaeological site, America's Stonehenge is a maze of man-made astronomical alignments and chambers which is enjoyable and at the same time, educational. Check if you can have a tour of this attraction while staying at your North Salem vacation home.

For those who would like to discover the rich history and the natural treasures offered by the coast of New Hampshire, the Seacoast Science Center is a must-see attraction. Look for a Rye vacation rental and visit this science center for an enlightening family trip.

Once of the best natural scenic attractions in the state, the Polar Caves Park should be in your itinerary if you would be renting a Rumney vacation home. Here, you can feed the exotic birds and the fallow deer as well as walk on nature trails. You can also see the Klondike Mines and try the Polar Mining Expedition. If you are traveling with your family, you can pack a picnic or have a barbecue on the grounds as well.

Staying at Meredith vacation rental also offers the opportunity to visit the Meredith Children's Museum, which is a hands-on interactive museum that both adults and children would enjoy.

Tourists would also enjoy going to Mel's Funway Park, a family-oriented attraction in Litchfield, which offers miniature golf, a driving range, batting cages, go-karts and a variety of other mazes and attractions. If you want to explore the entire park, it would be advisable to stay at a vacation rental in Litchfield.