Glen Oaks Inn

Saturday is a snow day!

2012-01-21T10:46:00.000-05:00

Today is a day to play in the new snow that's fallen. Yes we have a snow day today. Lightly coming down and a crisp chill in the air. Great day for snow angels and making snowmen!

Glen Oaks Inn Snow Dancers

2011-12-31T11:48:00.000-05:00

The snow did not continue yesterday, so our guest and one Innkeeper joined together to form the Glen Oaks Inn Snow Dancers. Yes they did! This morning after breakfast, the men got together to entertain the guest in the ritual Snow Dance.

Dance of the Snow Bunny!

2011-12-30T12:28:00.005-05:00

At exactly 9:18 am this morning our guests were treated to a show never before seen anywhere. And I mean anywhere. One of our regular guests, and I won't name any names, but Mark you know who I'm talking about - wanted to assist us with a performance of the Snow Dance. As the guests were finishing breakfast and taking their coffee to the front porch to enjoy the fire and conversation, Mark (oops) appeared at the front of the Inn with his snowshoes in hand. He laid them down on the ground with his back facing the porch and started to "do the snow dance". Yes his arms were waving, the fingers were shaking and then if that wasn't enough, he picked up the snowshoes and started waving them (as if he was bringing in a 747). The butt was shaking and it was on. He gave us a 3 1/2 minute show that we'll talk about for years to come. Laughter rang through the Inn and those guests that had not made it our to the porch were running to see what all the noise was about. It ended with a bow and applause! And by the way, the snow started to fall at 11:03 am and has not stopped since. Thanks Mark, we'll be hiring you out to and areas that need a snow bunny.

Fall Colors are just breath taking!

2011-10-16T13:39:00.000-04:00

Where do you see colors like this when you look out the window? New Hampshire in the fall.

Freezing Temps

2011-09-15T14:04:00.000-04:00

Okay, tomorrow the temp is dropping to 32 degrees overnight. Frost is on time and Fall has arrived.

Fall is in the air!

2011-09-10T13:47:00.000-04:00

It's true that we are seeing some color on the trees, but it is very limited. Accordnig to those at the top, foliage will be vibrant this season. Just can't wait!

2010 Fall Season

Summer is definately here!

2011-07-22T11:15:00.002-04:00

You know when your in the thick of summer, when your walking out the back door you feel you've walked into a sauna. Yes, this summer is a little warmer than usual, but the pool is standing by when you need it.

Hopefully everyone is enjoying the summer and getting out to take a break from the day to day grind. Grind, sounds like a cup of coffee. Maybe I'm thinking I need a cup of coffee. My mind wanders when the heat gets to me.

I know one thing, this summer is busy and we're glad to see new guests as well as return guests. Everyone is enjoying their getaway, since most say they really needed one. So have a great summer everyone!

Spring is almost gone!

2011-05-28T13:48:00.000-04:00

Okay, where did the time go? I looked at the calendar and May is all but over and summer will hit before you know it. I missed out on the morning walks in the cool breeze and the evenings by the fire pit near the pool. Making smores with guests and burning a few marshmallows as well.

Now summer is a whole new thing. We're attempting to purchase an outdoor movie projector and screen to play movies for guests in the evening a couple nights a week - weather prevailing. So I better get another cup of coffee and get to work on our summer events list at the Inn.

Where does the time go? And is it true what they say: When your older time passes by more quickly? If so, tomorrow I'll be writing my blog for winter.

Snow has arrived!

2011-01-21T00:12:00.000-05:00

Finally snow has arrived and there is a beautiful blanket of snow in the valley. The skiing is great and the new roller coaster at Cranmore is really a hit.

Fall is coming and the weather is getting chilly

2010-09-15T22:17:00.000-04:00

Well, the trees are starting to show their fall colors and the weather is getting a bit nippy as well. The valley surely is getting ready for a beautiful pallet of colors this season. Another week and we'll be seeing red, orange and gold.

Sunday afternoon!

2010-08-01T12:32:00.000-04:00

It's Sunday afternoon and we're sipping iced tea on the front porch without a care in the world. Wouldn't that be nice. With the economy having trouble and finances tight, this porch is as close to care free as I can get. So I'm taking advantage of this beautiful afternoon and I'm gonna read up on all the articles I've been missing out on.

A day to remember

2010-07-22T19:10:00.002-04:00

I think of all the days that have passed in my life and realized that today is the day to reflect on where my next journey will be in life. Starting in New York at birth, grew up in Las Vegas, moved when I finally came of age to California. There I sat until I traveled over 3600 miles to New Hampshire to this wonderful Inn.

Overall, my days have been fulfilled. So today will be my special day, at least until I see what tomorrow brings.

Enjoy life, it's too short not to!

Dog Days of Summer

2010-07-12T16:10:00.002-04:00

Summer has arrived and theirs music in the air. Maybe not music, but you know what I mean. It's so beautiful it makes you want to sing. Well maybe not sing, or at least not our singing.

We've been doing a little geocaching in the valley and it's great to get out in the fresh air. Mitch and I have been working on getting healthier and so far in three weeks: Mitch has dropped 12 pounds and I've misplaced 20 pounds. You know they say if your going to try to diet, don't say I lost pounds. Because we all know when we loose something ,we wind up finding it at some time in the future. So we use the term - got rid of the pounds. More permanent.

So our first adventure was hiking to Sabbaday Falls. And it was beautiful. Next trip is to Diana's bath and Albany Bridge trails on the Kanc. This area is breathtaking and I want to do all I can to take it in.

Thank goodness the Summer has arrived.

2010-06-25T22:34:00.003-04:00

Not too hot, just right. Cool breeze and an ice cold lemonade on the front porch will do it every time.

Free Bridge Dance Saturday night in Jackson and music by The White Mountain Boys. What could be better.

Inn to Inn Poker Run for Charity

2010-06-09T18:53:00.002-04:00

This weekend will be the first annual Inn to Inn Poker Run benefiting the Make a Wish Foundation. It's a great charity to work with and they do so many wonderful things.

If your in the White Mountains during June 12th through the 20th, stay at one of the Inns participating in the program and for $10 buy a poker hand. There is also a 50/50 drawing that takes place for $1 per ticket. The best poker hand at the end of the week, wins a $250.00 gift certificate to redeem at one of the participating Inns. It can make a great gift for the holidays.

You can stay one night, or as many as you would like to participate in this event. Give us a call and we'll assist you with your reservation at: 877-854-6535.

Wonderful weather

2010-06-01T17:52:00.002-04:00

Ready to take a weekend off and enjoy some relaxation. Come on up to the White Mountains and stay at the Inn. A special being offered is: Stay two nights and the third night is free!

Inn to Inn Herb Tour

2010-05-29T20:37:00.003-04:00

Next weekend is the 2nd annual Herb Tour. We've been working on the recipes and have finally completed the testing phase. We're ready to receive guests for the tour weekend.

The weather looks like it should be clear, so if your interested in being an official foodie, make sure to make your reservations soon.

Inn to Inn Poke Run for Charity

2010-05-24T18:59:00.002-04:00

This year, we have put together a charitable event with the Make a Wish Foundation of NH. A poker run that will include a poke hand, 50/50 drawing, lodging packages at the Inns and a prize of a $250.00 gift certificate for the best poker hand at the end of the week.

So if your through the area staying at one of the Inns from June 12th through the 20th, join us for this event. Two routes have been designed to bring you to areas in the White Mountains you might not find by yourself.

Hep us to make someone's wish come true!

Inn to Inn Herb Tour

2010-05-24T18:57:00.002-04:00

June 5th and 6th are going to be busy at the Inn. We are participating in the Inn to Inn Herb Tour. So all you foodies who enjoy learning about new foods and gathering recipes, this is the place to be. 13 Inns are hosting this event and have packages on their web sites for staying at the inn and they include tickets to the Herb Tour.

Memorial Day Special

2010-05-24T18:56:00.001-04:00

We're offering a special at the Inn for Memorial Day Weekend. Stay two nights and the third night is free!

Memorial Day Weekend

2010-05-22T23:35:00.002-04:00

With the Memorial Holiday just around the corner, I'm planning the menu in advance. Corn on the Cob is a must and maybe a steak, sauteed mushrooms, baked potato and grilled pineapple with a little honey glaze on top.

Friday night in the mountains

2010-05-21T19:55:00.003-04:00

Today the weather was 74 degrees. Our bridge is being rebuilt so our guests can take leasurely walks on our 25 acres. The Robins have taken up lodging here at the Inn, so make your reservations early for the summer before they take the place over!

Mitch is working on the pool and should have it open by Memorial Day Weekend!

I thought Spring had finally arrived!

2010-04-17T22:12:00.002-04:00

We thought Spring had arrived until Friday morning to our surprise, the rain that was in the forecast turned into snow. Yes I said snow! We hadn't had snow on the ground up here since the first part of March and April has brought us a little surprise.

Snow Friday and Saturday, and I imagine Sunday will also drop a few snow flakes. Just getting ready to do a little early clean up this weekend by raking and trimming up the bushes. So that project will have to be put off for a little while.

Nothing seems to surprise me in the White Mountain Region. When you think it's over, it comes back to remind you who's boss. I give!

Mondays!

2010-04-12T20:23:00.003-04:00

Mondays, they just remind me that I'm facing another 4 days without guests this time of year. Yes, only on the weekends does this house come alive.

We're working on our recipes for the Inn to Inn Herb Tour the association is sponsoring the weekend og June 5th and 6th. And another event this year will be the Inn to Inn Poker run for charity, benefitting the Make a Wish Foundation. We're holding the event for nine days through Bike Weekn in New Hampshire. It's our first charity event and we're really excited to be working with such a special foundation.

Spring clean up will start next week and the winter, though short has left a mess behind. It's a raking we will go ! Trim the hedges, open the pool for the season and we'll be ready for summer before we know it.

I almost miss the early mornings on the front porch watching the snow fall, with a hot cup of chocolate in hand.

2010-04-12T20:22:00.000-04:00

Winter is here !

2010-02-27T09:09:00.003-05:00

Woke up this morning to a beautiful sight. Fluffy, light, bright white snow! This give the look of the Currier and Ives version of winter, or a perfect setting for a Norman Rockwell painting.

Skiing is going strong with 12 to 36 inches of snow in the last 48 hours. Wildcat is reporting record skiiers this season and the slopes are wonderful.

With Spring around the corner and summer rapidly following we have many things going on at the Inn. Herb tour in June, the Poker Run in June, Geocaching this spring that will run through the fall season, new adventure packages this summer and we're excited because this year is the Inns 120 th Anniversary.

Come celebrate with us!

Monday morning

2010-02-08T14:41:00.004-05:00

Okay, why is it that there is a holiday on the West Coast today for Abraham Lincoln's birthday and not here on the East Coast. Didn't the west coast get the memo that the Presidents Day Holiday was combined with Washington's birthday and it is to be celebrated on February 15th. And yes, they also have next Monday as a holiday as well. What's up with that?

Babbling I know, but what else do you do on a Monday? Clean up any mess left from last nights super bowl party or maybe do laundry. Neither sound very exciting and I would like to have something exciting on a Monday to look forward.

Valentines Day is rapidly approaching and the Inn will be full of lovers. Sleigh rides, skiing, romantic dinners are all on the menu. Hope your Valentines Day is all you want it to be.

Peaceful Winter

2010-01-22T15:02:00.002-05:00

I'm glad we don't have an excess of snow this winter at the Inn. It can snow all it wants north or south of here. I don't have a problem with the cold to maintain the snow we presently have. I enjoy looking out upon freshly fallen snow, but I don't need that to happen often.

After everything has been cleaned up and pathways are clear, I will go outside and enjoy the winter, but I don't like walking through the mush and ice. The funny thing is I prefer winter over summer. It's easier for me to get warm than to get cool, if that makes sense.

So this weekend I am enjoying two nights of movie mania at our house. One night Mitch will choose the movies to watch and the next night is mine. He is an action movie nut, one that can watch a night of Bruce Willis movies, or maybe all 5 parts of the Godfather. Me, well I am truly a chick flick lover. One in particular is You've got mail. When it's on TV I will watch either at the beginning or if I find out it's on, I will watch even if half the movie is over. Probably seen it 15-20 times and it will be a movie I have on my list for this weekend. The only thing that bothers me about this movie is: When Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks are at the outdoor market and Tom is buying a mango and Meg picked up three bushes of something - what was it? And Tom paid for it. Maybe I'll figure that out, so I keep watching. Thought I would share, but if you know the answer - let me know.

Winter

2010-01-18T18:42:00.003-05:00

Winter is a time I really enjoy in the mountains. Though I'm not a skiier, I enjoy the beauty of snow covered mountains and fresh fallen snow as it covers the lawn. As you can see, I enjoy being inside watching it snow. Not going out in the cold, but enjoying it's beauty as I sit by the fire sipping hot chocolate.

When we have guests at the Inn, I enjoy sitting on the front porch in the morning chatting about what they are going to do that day.

On the verge of a new year !

2009-12-30T15:12:00.002-05:00

It's December 30th, 2009 and we are rapidly approaching a new year. 2010 and it's really a celebration for us, because our Inn is celebrating it's 120 th Anniversary. The inn has been run continuiously since 1890 and we are celebrating this winter, offering a free giveaway each month for a two night stay at the Inn.

We're really excited to be a part of such a historic event. Our guests each month will be entered into a drawing for the getaway. There will be 4 drawings: January, February, March and April.

We wish you all a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year.

Snow

2009-12-06T00:15:00.004-05:00

Well it happened this afternoon. While we were watching a Christmas classic: It's a Wonderful Life, it started snowing. About 1-2 inches have fallen through the evening. Winter is finally here and it's beautiful.

The first snow is always so pretty. Then when the vehicles run over it and the plows push it aside, the dirt appears and it looks like mud. Yes mud that then gets trampled in the house on your clean floors. A constant battle of keeping the floor clean as well as dry so no one slips when they come in. A never ending task for winter and that's when the snow just isn't pretty anymore.

But the best part of winter is building that first snowman with hopes that he will last all winter. Snowball fights and clean air with a crispness to it. But my favorite thing is remembering the holidays from when I was young. Santa coming, decorating the family tree and being so excited Christmas morning. I guess there really is a kid in all of us. I believe, do you?

Where has the time gone?

2009-11-20T21:17:00.002-05:00

Okay, it was just Halloween and now this next week it's Thanksgiving. Time is going by so quickly, that I can't keep up with it. Somebody call and let me know if Christmas will be sooner than I think. Either that or getting older really cuts back on your time. They say that when your young you make the most of the time you have. Your days are fuller because your more active and do more things in a day. But when you get older, you slow down and it takes more time for you to accomplish the things you did when you were young.

What ever happened to having more time for yourself and your loved ones when you got older. At my age, I don't have time to spend with loved ones, I'm too busy trying to find the time for daily chores since I move slower.

Growing old supposed to be more fun than this. I need to feel younger so I can keep up with growing older. Figure that one out.

What next?

2009-10-22T18:57:00.003-04:00

Okay, when the snow starts falling as early as October 13th we know something new is about to happen this upcoming winter. Until your then told a week later that the weather will be 70 degrees. What has happened? Is this the new norm?

Well my arthritis says it's getting colder as the pain intensifies, but then again my knees are saying something totally different. What happened to the time when your bones started getting stiffer as the cold weather sets in - then you knew winter was on it's way. Next thing I'll be reporting is a tropical heat wave coming our way. It's time to build those underground bunkers to protect us for whatever's coming next.

I can go on at times, it happens everytime I watch a rerun of Gilmore Girls.

Fall has arrived!

2009-10-12T13:00:00.002-04:00

The colors are beautiful, I could sit all day on the front porch just looking at the trees of many colors. Had a chance to take a drive Thursday and it was a spectacular symphony of yellow, orange, green and reds just making themsleves at home in the trees.

Clean up is never fun when the trees start dropping their leaves. Imagine 25 acres of leaves and tell me you enjoy raking. Just kidding about the raking, we just rake the 2 developed acres the inn uses, the rest of the acreage becomes mulch. Healthy for the ground and is good for the trees.

The colors are coming

2009-09-06T19:36:00.004-04:00

Looked out the front window this morning and there is already color on one of the trees. About 15 to 20% of the tree already has orange/yellow leaves on it. How can this be so early in the game. And that tree is usually one of the last ones to turn.

Summer came and gone so quickly and because of the bad weather we missed so much of it. There were six weeks of rain I thought would never end. Yes it meant that I didn't have to worry about watering the lawn or flowers, but it kept us inside and close to being stir crazy. Not that we aren't close to that on a normal basis, but it was a good excuse for it this time.

But I am looking forward to the colors of fall around here. I could sit on the porch for hours just looking around at what nature has to offer. Well, I'm done day dreaming now.

Tooting his own horn

2009-08-14T14:56:00.001-04:00

Sunday night Mitch is playing with a big band at Christmas Farm Inn in Jackson. Festivities start at 6pm. So if your in the area, stop in.

August in New England

2009-08-12T11:59:00.002-04:00

Wednesday morning and we've reached the halfway point of the week. My arms are giving out with the amount of daily laundry I'm washing and folding. So far I've hit my 24th load since Saturday. I think in my next life, I'll make sure to have a career that has nothing to do with laundry.
Looking forward to this weekend and visiting the Artisan Fair in Jackson. So many local craftsman all in one spot, the perfect shopping scenario.
Weather shows clear through next Thursday and that's a real plus, since we've had so much rain.

Saturday Afternoon

2009-08-08T13:49:00.003-04:00

August, on a Saturday afternoon and sitting on the front porch is where I can spend all day. Cool breeze and a glass of lemonade while I wait for guests to check in. It's my picture window to the world, or at least to the neighborhood.

The only thing I'm missing is a BBQ with friends. Every one's working and family is too far away to have a gathering of any sort. Meanwhile, I'm enjoying nature at it's fullest. A couple weeks ago, we ran to the store for supplies and our guests saw a moose by the barn. It's the first spotting since we purchased the inn in 2005. We have our daily visit from the bears, as they knock over the garbage cans and also the chipmunks and squirrels as they frolic through the trees. Deer and their fawn, owls, a raccoon once spotted and even a red fox. Nature is a beautiful thing and it's not something you see everyday when you live in the city.

Rain, Rain go away!

2009-07-30T14:14:00.002-04:00

Okay, it's time to do the annual - no more rain dance. I've got calls into the west coast, mid west and even Europe to help us with this. Last time we summoned a snow dance, our connections in Vegas performed the dance and the next day it snowed there. This time everyone needs to focus on the White Mountain region of New Hampshire. Everyone knows what to do and at 3 pm (est ) today, the ceremony will begin.

Will everyone have a moment of silence before the ceremony begins and then the dancing will start.

The Good Ole Days of Summer

2009-07-23T16:18:00.002-04:00

Remember being on the porch in the late afternoon waiting for your turn to turn the handle on the ice cream maker. I was never so excited to have my turn and then I couldn't wait for my turn to be over. These days, I plug in the machine and then go sit on the front porch and wait until it's finished.

The afternoons are much different, but the ice cream still makes me feel like a kid again.

Summer has arrived!

2009-07-11T12:10:00.003-04:00

This is day two of the beautiful sunshine that all New Englander's love and enjoy! We've waited long enough this season and we're not gonna give it up now. One good thing: I don't need to worry about watering the lawn for a while.

Set up the geocaching event and the charity is the Conway Area Humane Society. Looking forward to visitors coming to take part of the event for such a worthy cause.

Quote of the day:
Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.

Oprah Winfrey

4 th of July festivities

2009-07-03T07:40:00.002-04:00

BBQ's galore around here. Fireworks tonight night in Jackson along with ice cream in the park. Tomorrow two parades: one in Bartlett and the other in North Conway. Then the traditional craft fair at Gibson center, the fireworks and entertainment in North Conway. There's alot going on this weekend and we're hoping to get away from the Inn at least to see the fireworks.

The 4 th always brings back fond memories of getting together with friends for a BBQ/potluck. Of course the food was tremendous from appetizers to a complete selection for dessert. Holidays are about family and friends.

Have a great 4 th!

Monday - The work week begins

2009-06-29T18:35:00.006-04:00

Mondays have never been my favorite. From the old work week of Monday through Friday, I would say Monday is the least favorite. Starting a whole new week and it being 5 days from another two days off. This coming weekend is the 4th of July holiday weekend. Parades - of course we only have one float in our parade this year. Yes this is Mayberry all over again. We'll have the traditional firetrucks, emergency equipment, a few people on bikes, etc., but only one float. One thing about living in a small town, things are limited in some areas of the community. But I definitely won't go without the traditional BBQ. Friends of ours in California would always get together with a BBQ, fireworks and alot of talking. We could talk for hours about anything and not run out of things to say. We would start planning a couple weeks early, sketch a menu and call everyone to see what they wanted to bring. The food was fantastic - I guess were were foodies and at the time didn't realize it. But it was always a great get together. I looked forward to all the holidays with our friends. Even though we are in NH now, we still help plan their menu. It makes us, in some way still feel apart of the festivities.

Happy Fourth of July everyone!

Friday is the best day of the week

2009-06-26T19:47:00.003-04:00

I don't care what anyone says, I really love Fridays. Mainly because I'm used to the old work week Monday through Friday scenario. Of course that's not our schedule now. Having a B&B changes your schedule from week to week. Sometimes you work 4 days, sometimes it's 7 days. But in my mind Friday still gets my attention. These blogs can really get you rambling.

Middle of the week

2009-06-24T21:33:00.002-04:00

Today was a little wet off and on, but this evening is gorgeous. Sitting out on the front porch, the cloud hanging low over the mountains. What a beautiful sight at sundown.

Stopped by to visit with Les today and set up our charity event for the North Conway Area Humane Society. Runs through the summer and we've already hidden the geocache boxes in the valley. A few more things to organize, but then we'll set it up on the web site.

Looking forward to a nice weekend and maybe going to the Bridge Dance in Jackson. It's great to live in a small town, it reminds me of Mayberry.

June 20, 2009 Weekend

2009-06-18T19:05:00.002-04:00

If your looking for something to do this weekend, then check this out:

Gorham's 49th Annual Mount Washington Road Race Saturday 10:00 am

Berlin's Cultural Festival Saturday

Though it will be a little wet in some areas, the Mount Washington Valley has tax free shopping in over 60 outlet stores.

Bike Week in New Hampshire

2009-06-12T20:14:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow starts Bike Week in New Hampshire. In the White Mountains some of the activities are offering a discount:

Half off the Gondola Ride at Wildcat Mountain

One Monday and Thursday the Mount Washington Auto Road is open only for bikers and your passenger rides free.

Restaurants are offering discounts as well.

The weather is beautiful and the journey endless.

The season begins!

2009-06-10T19:39:00.005-04:00

The Mount Washington Valley comes alive this weekend as things open for the summer travelers. From kayaking to horseback riding, the excitement is just beginning. The waterfalls are flowing as snow from the mountains continue to melt.

We're sprucing up the grounds, preparing the pool and cleaning the BBQ for our guests to enjoy this summer. So lace up your boots and come and take a hike with us, through the majestic White Mountains of New Hampshire.

Sunday Morning on the Porch

2009-06-07T10:15:00.004-04:00

It's Sunday morning and we're enjoying a cup of coffee with guests on the front porch, our window to the world. The Chipmunks are active and the Robins are plentiful. If I could just get those chipmunks trained to sweep the driveway, life would be good.

First Time Blogger

2009-06-06T16:14:00.006-04:00

My first blog, boy has technology gone far beyond what I would have ever imagined.

It's a beautiful day in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, The temp is 71 degrees and our guests are enjoying all that the area has to offer.

Our friendly neighborhood bear (Benny) was by for an afternoon nap in the Inns oldest maple tree. This name was given to him when we first met in the spring of 2005. He was a young bear at that time that must have just left his mother. Though a small crowd gathered and took photo ops, it didn't seem to bother his resting.

Benny 2005