Escaping the city and living in the quiet serenity of the mountains is a recurring fantasy for many these days. “Homesteading” is a rising trend on social media apps like TikTok, people walking away from their lives in corporate America, moving away from the city and trying to live off the land. While “homesteading” influencers may make it look glamorous, not everyone is cut out for farm life 365 days a year. For those looking to experience country living for just a weekend, the Mountain View Grand Resort should be your next getaway.
Located in Whitefield New Hampshire tucked among the White Mountains, the Mountain View Grand Resort offers a mountain retreat that allows travelers to reconnect with nature. From hiking in the surrounding mountains to the onsite farm where guests have the opportunity to interact with farm life.
The Mountain View Farm
A highlight of the resort, is a working farm offering a unique, hands-on experience for guests of all ages. The farm is home to various animals, including goats, sheep, chickens, and alpacas, and offers daily farm tours and educational programs on sustainable farming practices. Guests can participate in activities like egg gathering, goat feeding, and meeting the farm's famous alpacas.
Guests have the opportunity to participate in unique experiences like “goat walks” or “llama walks” where guests literally take the animals on a leashed walk through the property trails. In the Fall the farm offers cider cider-making class, along with a daily Meet the Farmer session. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the region’s rural heritage while adding an interactive element to the resort experience.
Accommodations
Stays at the Mountain View Grand range from classic rooms with mountain views to luxurious suites featuring separate living spaces and fireplaces. Rooms are elegantly decorated, blending historical charm with modern comfort, and many offer views of the White Mountains.
Each room is thoughtfully designed for relaxation, with comfortable bedding and spacious layouts, creating a cozy retreat that feels inviting after a day of outdoor adventure or time at the spa.
Dining
Menus at Mountain View Grand showcases New England’s farm-to-table ethos. The resort’s signature dining experience, the Harvest Tavern, serves up refined regional dishes with a focus on locally sourced ingredients. The menu includes hearty fare like braised short ribs, fresh seafood, and locally inspired appetizers.
For a special experience book a table at 1865 Wine Cellar. Quiet, formal, and intimate dining experience. Enjoy the tasting menu for $99 per person and choose from their extensive wine list. Reservations are required; elevated business casual dress is preferred.
Spa and Amenities
The award-winning Tower Spa at Mountain View Grand is a sanctuary offering a range of treatments, from massages and facials to specialty wellness therapies. The spa’s setting on the upper floors provides panoramic views of the mountains, creating a serene backdrop for relaxation.
In the summer guests can also enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools, a 9-hole golf course, and tennis courts, along with numerous trails for hiking trails nearby. In winter months guests can take part in nearby cross-country skiing, snow tubing, sledding, and ice skating. The resort’s amenities are designed to cater to every guest’s pace, with plenty of family friendly options for those with kids.
Mountain View Grand Resort effortlessly combines luxury, comfort, and New England charm, making it a premier escape in New Hampshire's White Mountains.
