Follansbee Inn - North Sutton

TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence winner on Kezar Lake in North Sutton, NH

Historic Setting

Follansbee Inn is a historic bed and breakfast built in 1840, located on Kezar Lake with views of Mount Kearsarge. The inn has received the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for its hospitality and service. Guests can explore the 3-mile walking path around the lake or borrow complimentary kayaks and canoes directly from the inn's private beach.

Accommodations

Each of the 17 guest rooms has a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a fireplace. The Follansbee Inn offers customizable family suites that can accommodate various group sizes. Rooms are named individually and feature antique furnishings, with no televisions to encourage relaxation.

Leisure Facilities

The inn provides free bicycle rental, water sports equipment including kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards on Kezar Lake. Guests can use the outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and bar. Common areas include a den with a gas fireplace, a game closet, and a wraparound porch with a swing.

Dining

A homemade Southern-inspired gourmet breakfast is included in every stay at Follansbee Inn, with offerings like jambalaya, cheese grits, and praline bacon. The dining room is set with fine china and white tablecloths. Coffee and tea are available 24/7, and guests can store their own food and drinks in the bar area.

Location & Activities

Follansbee Inn is 4.8 km from Lake Sunapee Golf Course and a short drive to Mount Sunapee and Ragged Mountain ski areas. Hiking trails on Mount Kearsarge and the Musterfield Farm Museum are nearby. The inn also offers ski pass vendor services and hosts winter activities, family reunions, and romantic getaways.

• Award: TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
• Location: On Kezar Lake with private beach and water sports
• Breakfast: Homemade Southern-inspired gourmet breakfast included
• Activities: Free bike rental, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards
• Rooms: 17 rooms with private bathrooms, fireplaces, family suites
• Nearby: Mount Sunapee and Ragged Mountain ski areas, Mount Kearsarge hiking
• History: 185-year-old historic inn with antique furnishings