Lakefront Oasis on Winnipesaukee

04 Aug Lakefront Oasis on Winnipesaukee

” The CHI project was a great opportunity for our team to bring new life to a once run down landscape and inn. The different outdoor spaces on the property allow guests to enjoy every aspect of life at the lake.” – John Stephens, Stephens Landscaping Professionals LLC

Overlooking the pristine waters of Lake Winnipesaukee, the lakefront at the Center Harbor Inn was made possible by vendors such as Stephens Landscaping who helped us bring our vision to reality. Upon your first arrival to the Inn you may be able to see the water from the parking lot, but it isn’t until you step to the top of the grand lawn steps that the beautiful transition from the hotel parking lot to the unique oasis of lakefront luxury becomes apparent. The steps open up in descending arch patterns to the lower lawn and offer a peaceful vantage point to watch activity on the hotel beach. We’ve even seen a guest or two read a book while looking down on the lake from here.

As you descend the steps while gazing out onto the lake, the luscious manicured green lawn offers a soft contrast to the blue waters, metal railings, and wooden structure of the Inn. To your right you’ll notice the two weber grilling stations with bluestone pads that allow you to grill delicious burgers and still take in views of boat traffic and swimmers out on the water. Just down the slope towards the beach a beautiful, four-season hot tub awaits. Set in front of a beautiful stone retaining wall crafted by Miracle Farms and surrounded by hand-laid, heated pavers, the hot tub has been positioned at a grade to offer a breathtaking view over the lawn and beach toward the harbor. Enjoy basking in the warm water and watching guests glide across the bay in kayaks during the Summer or take in the scene of the local ice fisherman searching for the next big catch in the winter months. The fence surrounding the hot tub includes a long plexiglass span toward the beach side for year-round, unimpeded views of Lake Winnipesaukee.

If you look left the fire pit was strategically placed far enough away from the hot tub and farther down towards the docks so you could get a clear view of the bay including the other side of the hotel. Sit by the fire at night surrounded by friends and family and watch as the stars come out over the lake. The oversized, Adirondack chairs by the fire also offer a great spot to unwind during your New Hampshire getaway.

We took a natural lakefront that was already one of the ideal spots on Winnipesaukee and transformed it into a true oasis of unparalleled lakeside beauty. With a natural sandy beach, the team wanted to accentuate the existing strengths and add design elements to bring together a truly ideal Winnipesaukee experience. Throughout the lakefront, flowers and plants enhance the area with a romantic feel. We picked a variety of short plants so not to block the view from anywhere you are. One big white birch tree was left as we felt it helped to romanticize our vision.

If you continue down the hill onto the nearly 200 feet of sandy beach, a rock wall separates you sitting on the beach in one of our new beach loungers from the rest of the lawn enabling you to fully soak in the beautiful lake views. We added a top coating of several inches of fresh sand during the construction process to improve what was already one of the best locations on the lake. Enjoy an afternoon of watching the boats come in and out of the hotel docks and moorings from the comfort of your chair. The Inn also offers an array of water craft rentals, so grab a kayak and head out on the water or simply take a dip in our swim area and head out to the raft.

The Center Harbor Inn lakefront offers something for everyone, whether you want to be right on the water, sit under a tree and enjoy a book, hop in the hot tub for a late-night soak, or sit around a fire with family and friends; take your vacation to the next level with the lakefront oasis at the Center Harbor Inn.