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The snow's sure falling today. I love a fresh falling where the plush white fleece drapes over the limbs and eaves. So few footprints or markings of any kind. Just a winter's blanket. Get outside in it...enjoy it with a sleigh ride. Sleigh rides epitomize the romance of a New England winter. An immediate picture of families, lovers and friends bundled to beat the chill, often wearing smiles that could replace the stars above. "Oh what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh...[go ahead, click and listen]" New Hampshire is a place where sleigh rides are seemingly around every corner. They are so common, I almost forgot to write about them! Book a sleigh ride this holiday season for the meditative outdoors and the chance to experience fun without a bit of technology, machinery or waiting in line.

Farm by the River - North Conway
Victorian Sleigh rides for two, and group rides for up to 16-18 people.
For rates and Reservations call 888-414-8353.

Charmingfare Farm - Candia
20 Passenger Sleigh
A one and a half hour journey will lead you through fields and forests while you, your family and friends relish the beauty of the season and breathe the fresh air. When you reach their secluded campfire, unpack the libations, and roast a marshmallow to sandwich in that Smore. The ride, including the 30 minute stop around the campfire, is offered during the day and evenings throughout the year. Group rates available.
10 Passenger Sleigh
A one hour journey will be plenty of time to relish the beauty of the season and breathe the fresh air. It is offered during the day and evenings throughout the year. Group rates available.
Single Horse-Drawn Sleigh
Perfect for couples and small families. Experience a one hour long ride through a wintery wonderland of snow. Our sleigh which seats four passengers is a recreation of an 18th century Vis-A-Vis style sleigh complete with antique lamps, maroon cloth seats and a warm sleigh robe.
For rates and reservations call 603-483-5623.

Mount Washington Hotel - Bretton Woods
A one Horse Private Sleigh provides a 25 minute ride around the Resort grounds. Maximum 2pp. Available daily.
A double Horse-Drawn Group Sleigh is a 25 minute ride around the Resort grounds. Maximum 16pp. Available daily.
Reservations are required and may be made by calling 800-314-1752.

Nestlenook Farm Inn - Jackson
Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
A journey through the Victorian estate begins the moment you board our custom made Austrian Sleigh, fully upholstered for your comfort, pulled by magnificent draft horses. Sleighs stop so that you may visit with the European fallow deer in Emerald Forest.
Reservations are requested. Please call 603-383-9101.

Point of View Farm - Deerfield
Group Hay and Sleigh Rides
A one hour horse drawn sleigh ride runs along farm trails, past fields and through woods. At a midpoint stop at a secluded campfire, you'll have time to toast marshmallows over the open fire.
Returning from the sleigh ride, your group can enjoy spending an hour in the "Gathering Room." Warm up your around the wood stove, and sip hot cocoa. Bring your own refreshments or select from their wide range of offerings.
Sweetheart Sleigh Rides
Enjoy a private horse drawn sleigh ride in our "Portland Cutter" or "Vis-a-Vis" sleigh. Snuggled under a warm robe you'll be carried across the snow to the sound of jingle bells. At a campfire nestled in the woods, you'll stop briefly to enjoy hot chocolate beside an open fire. After the ride, you'll be served a country meal in a private dining room reserved for you alone.
Reservations are required. Please call 603-463-7974.

Stonewall Farm - Keene
Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
Take a 45 minute ride along their wooded trails and open fields. Enjoy hot cider, hot chocolate, cookies and campfires with roasted marshmallows.
Reservations required. Please call 603-357-7278.