Directions, Hours, & Fees

 

Directions

The John Hay Estate at The Fells is located on the eastern shore of Lake Sunapee at 456 Route 103A in Newbury, NH.

From Concord and points south and east: Take I-89 north to Exit 9 (Route 103) and go west to Newbury. Then take 103A north 2.2 miles. The Fells is on your left.

From Lebanon, Hanover and points north: Follow I-89 south to Exit 12 (Route 11/New London–do not use Exit 12A), turn right at end of ramp and immediately left onto Route 103A south. Follow 103A for 5.6 miles. The Fells is on your right.

 

Hours for 2024

The Main House and Shop 

Spring

  • We open for our 2024 season on Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday, May 25. During the spring we are open Weekends and Monday holidays.

Summer

  • Open Wednesdays through Sundays, June 6 through Labor Day Weekend, September 2 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. (Main House closed Mondays and Tuesdays except Monday holidays).

Fall

  • Open Saturday and Sunday and Monday holidays, Labor Day through Columbus Day from 10:00am - 4:00pm.

Winter

  • The Main House closes after Columbus Day and reopens Memorial Day weekend each year.

Gardens and Trails

Gardens and trails are open daily year round. Visitors may hike the trails and visit the gardens from from dawn to dusk.

Service dogs that have received ADA special training to assist disabled persons, and are so identified, are welcome.

Fees

Members of The John Hay Estate at The Fells receive free unlimited visits to the house and grounds.

The Cost For Nonmembers

Main House open

adults, $10; seniors and students, $8; children ages 6-17, $4; 5 and under, free; families of 2 adults and 2 or more children ages 6 or above, $25.

Main House closed

adults $8; seniors and students, $6; children, $3; families of 2 adults and 2 or more children ages 6 or above, $15.

Winter admission

December through March is $5 per household, payable at our self-serve Welcome Kiosk.

Active Military and Veterans

We hold the men and women that have and are serving in our armed forces in the highest regard; for your service and sacrifice, we thank and salute you.  We are honored to host you and your immediate family as our guests free of charge for site admission. 

Gatehouse Administrative Office

Our Gatehouse office is staffed from 10am to 4pm Monday through Friday, April through December, and Monday through Thursday, January through March. The offices are closed on the weekend. Please knock on the door to speak with any of our Administrative Staff or give us a call. We would be happy to answer your questions! 

Where to Stay: Our Partner, Nearby, Newbury Lodging Establishments

  • Mountain Edge Suites - An Adirondack style resort that features one and two bedroom suites in a hotel-style setting. Shuttle van available.

  • Lake in at Mt. Sunapee - An inn with 12 guest rooms overlooking Lake Sunapee.

  • Lake Sunapee House - A private waterfront vacation rental that sleeps eight.

  • Sunapee Home - A highly rated Airbnb with four bedrooms and room for 10 guests.