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New London, New Hampshire · Est. 1897

Vacation like it used to be.

An all-inclusive family resort on Little Lake Sunapee

129 Years welcoming families

The Kidder family has been welcoming guests to Twin Lake Village for over 129 years.

Today, a new generation still runs the resort — and families still return for the same unhurried summers on Little Lake Sunapee.

Twin Lake Village grounds
Accommodations

A cottage for every family.

Spread across 200 acres, our 18 individually named cottages range from cozy three-bedrooms to sprawling eight-bedroom homes.

Every stay at Twin Lake Village is all-inclusive. Your rate covers your accommodation, three meals daily in the hotel dining room, and use of all recreational facilities.

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Activities

Life at Twin Lake Village.

From early morning tennis to evening bingo, the days here take on a rhythm of their own.

All activities

They keep coming back.

Twin Lake Village isn't just a vacation destination — it's a family tradition passed down through generations.

Just returned from spending another wonderful 2 weeks at Twin Lake Village (TLV). Its a place where families return year after year to reconnect with old friends, including the Kidder Family which has run TLV for over 100 years, as well as start new friendships with first time guests. While TLV isn't for everyone--no flat screen TVs in your room nor is there a heated indoor swimming pool or fitness center. But, if swimming in a crystal clear lake, paddling a kayak, going for a sailboat ride, playing golf on a challenging nine hole par 3 golf course, playing tennis, having a picnic dinner on a mountain watching the sunset, or simply sitting in a rocking chair on the porch reading a book or talking to other guests, then TLV may very well be the right choice for your next vacation. And, I've always found the food to be very good--especially those pancakes at breakfast--and deserts at lunch and dinner are exceptional.

Dennis F.
09/01/2012 via Tripadvisor

I stayed at Twin Lake Village for a week with friends. The place has an old-timey feel to it, and many of the guests are people who have been going there for years and even decades. Many of the lodgings are cottages, though we stayed in the annex, which is a kind of like a better version of a college; three bedrooms (each with a bathroom) with a shared common room that includes furniture, cabinet space and a mini-fridge. There are enough beds for six people, though I would recommend four people at most (six people might feel cramped in the annex). You get three meals daily in the dining hall, all-inclusive, and the food and service was very good (breakfast is generally the same each day, while the lunch and dinner menus change daily). There is a golf course (9 holes, I believe) and a lake that is great for swimming. You can take out canoes and kayaks from the dock. There are plenty of other amenities here and activities that are offered daily. More than anything, this was a quiet and relaxing place to stay, and I hope to return for future stays. A couple other things to know in advance. This is a place to go if you want to get away from civilization. No TV's in the lodgings, and you can only get very limited wi-fi in the office. Also, be sure to set aside money for tips; you can include it as part of your payment at check-out. They post recommended amounts for the various staff members.

Alex K
08/15/2018 via Tripadvisor

Twin Lakes Village combines the very best of a family environment in a gorgeous setting for a terrific value. The Hotel and rustic cottages look out over Little Lake Sunapee and the challenging 9 hole par three golf course. The three tennis courts are terrific. TLV has its own boathouse and private beach at the lake with kayaking and sunfish sailing. The staff is friendly and the family style meals are wonderful. The New London/Lake Sunapee area is a prime resort spot with other activities available, such as golf, shopping and sight seeing, outside of TLV. It is an all-inclusive experience that is a throw back to a time when families spent time together and left their doors unlocked. TLV is a gift worth experiencing.

twinkie4104
08/15/2014 via Tripadvisor

If you are looking for a great place to take your family or friends and meet new people, hence the reason some have been coming back for years. Twin Lake Villa is the place to go; especially if you're looking for that trip to get away from it all. There are several places to hike in the area. The lakes nearby are very clean and swimming areas are clearly marked off for any boat traffic that might be on any particular lake. The best value of Twin Lake Village is the price. The weekly rates are very manageable and meals are included. The menu often reflects items that are part of standard New England cuisine and are well executed, especially the lamb roast and the chowder which could stand alone!

Cyorgan
08/15/2012 via Tripadvisor

There are few places left in the world like TLV. My great-grandmother came here in the 40s and 50s, and my parents took us here in the 70s. When my kids were born, we began vacationing again at TLV in the 2000s. Not much has changed, thankfully, except for the addition of WiFi in the hotel common areas and hummus on the relish tray. Being here is like vacationing at a National Trust property. The Kidder family are very welcoming and can tell you all about the myriad off-site activities such as hiking and cultural events in New London, Sunapee and Hanover. There's plenty to do onsite, as well. I don't golf or play tennis, but I still have a great time at TLV. The food is simple, but delicious and ample. The homemade breads are divine. And how many other places serve Maypo for breakfast? TLV's maple syrup is not only real, but it's made on the property. You can buy some to take home. Every week, they have a picnic dinner on Mt. Kearsarge, which is not to be missed. The views are spectacular, and there's even a playground for the kids. If you are addicted to luxury, then this may not be your kind of place. But if you appreciate and adore the simple beauty of old New England, then TLV is for you.

Caroline McKeldin Wayner
02/15/2015 via Tripadvisor

A great place to start a vacation tradition! We come every year and it is like a step back in time. No TV, No Telephone (we leave or cell phone shut off) and you relax, read a book, take a swim, play a round of golf, play a game of tennis and an after dinner game of shuffleboard might be in order. You get 3 meals a day like your grandma's home cooking. So if you are looking for an escape for the rigggors of today's pace, then spend a week at TLV!

TravelsWeeklyDenver
07/01/2012 via Tripadvisor

My family has been going for over 42 years. It is a great family experience. All of the staff are very kind. In addition, the food is great. You do not have to worry about your kids if they are over 7. It is very safe and every guest is super considerate and sweet. There are also a bunch of other kids to play with. I would totally recommend it to anyone who is looking for some amazing family fun. It is great to be apart of the TLV family. Love they place and the experience!

Susanne H
05/15/2021 via Tripadvisor

This is the 6th year our family of 6 has enjoyed Twin Lake Villas. My son and daughter - in-law and 3 grandchildren (now 10-1/2, 8-1/2 and 6-3/4) and me...happy Grammy. We have a wonderful cottage( part of the property and near the hotel ) that is super clean and maid service is daily.Eating in the dining room of the hotel for breakfast, lunch and dinner gives my daughter in law a 'break' from doing the usual daily cooking at home. The food is not gourmet, but mostly fine...and the desserts are super. Many guests know each other from years past and although there is no drinking in the dining room, folks often invite others to have a cocktail in their respective cottages before dinner every night. This is a family place and children and parents all 'hang out' together with children's ages varying from 3 to young adults. We all love the golf, the tennis, the shuffleboard, kayaking or canoeing and swimming in the lake. And all is included in the American Plan lodging fee for the week. It is terrific NOT to have TV in the cottage. Our family played board games some nights...and on the special bingo night and children's dance night we laughed for hours. The Tuesday afternoon climb to the top of Mr. Kearsage is tackled by many...and everyone revels in the picnic the Kidders provide at the picnic/play area near the top of the mountain. This is the most cost effective, fabulous vacation there is...and I say that from the perspective of having traveled nationally and internationally during my past vacations. It is simple, old fashioned low key FUN to be here. Although the youth of today have their I -pods and I-pads, there is so much to do , "screen-time" is effectively limited without undue parental hassle. The Kidder family does everything possible to ensure guests are happy...and we'll be going back year after year!

Joan H.
07/15/2013 via Tripadvisor

My family has been coming here now for 59 years and my family are friends with the Kidder family. Let me say it has never over the 59 years been a bad year. The people make the difference, but the 9 hole golf course is a great course and the bakery is the best part of there meals. The picnic is my personal favorite. In closing TLV is a great place for any family or group of friends to start a long tradition.

trimbles
08/15/2013 via Tripadvisor

Is like stepping back in time. There is the main hotel and 18 houses that can each be rented. We were a group of 14 friends and was a great place to go and unwind and relax. There are all sorts of activities available: shuffleboard, tennis. There is a beach and a boathouse. They supply kayaks and beach chairs and beach towels. There are trails and we hiked for a few miles was absolutely beautiful. Can also sit on the large and very long veranda on the rocking chairs and contemplate the universe. There is no alcohol in the dining room so we had brought wines and appetizers and we had a pre-dinner gathering on the verranda. The food is all well cooked but quite basic. However do not be fooled, the bread is home made, the syrup is local maple syrup and the service was all from eager kids who seemed to be in the summer after graduating high school. This is not fancy. Our room in the hotel was adequate. It was quite hot but the overhead fan worked well and we had been advised and brought a floor fan as well. Next time we will know to take a kettle as coffee or tea is not available outside of mealtimes.

MikeBirdman
07/15/2019 via Tripadvisor

Just returned from spending another wonderful 2 weeks at Twin Lake Village (TLV). Its a place where families return year after year to reconnect with old friends, including the Kidder Family which has run TLV for over 100 years, as well as start new friendships with first time guests. While TLV isn't for everyone--no flat screen TVs in your room nor is there a heated indoor swimming pool or fitness center. But, if swimming in a crystal clear lake, paddling a kayak, going for a sailboat ride, playing golf on a challenging nine hole par 3 golf course, playing tennis, having a picnic dinner on a mountain watching the sunset, or simply sitting in a rocking chair on the porch reading a book or talking to other guests, then TLV may very well be the right choice for your next vacation. And, I've always found the food to be very good--especially those pancakes at breakfast--and deserts at lunch and dinner are exceptional.

Dennis F.
09/01/2012 via Tripadvisor

I stayed at Twin Lake Village for a week with friends. The place has an old-timey feel to it, and many of the guests are people who have been going there for years and even decades. Many of the lodgings are cottages, though we stayed in the annex, which is a kind of like a better version of a college; three bedrooms (each with a bathroom) with a shared common room that includes furniture, cabinet space and a mini-fridge. There are enough beds for six people, though I would recommend four people at most (six people might feel cramped in the annex). You get three meals daily in the dining hall, all-inclusive, and the food and service was very good (breakfast is generally the same each day, while the lunch and dinner menus change daily). There is a golf course (9 holes, I believe) and a lake that is great for swimming. You can take out canoes and kayaks from the dock. There are plenty of other amenities here and activities that are offered daily. More than anything, this was a quiet and relaxing place to stay, and I hope to return for future stays. A couple other things to know in advance. This is a place to go if you want to get away from civilization. No TV's in the lodgings, and you can only get very limited wi-fi in the office. Also, be sure to set aside money for tips; you can include it as part of your payment at check-out. They post recommended amounts for the various staff members.

Alex K
08/15/2018 via Tripadvisor

Twin Lakes Village combines the very best of a family environment in a gorgeous setting for a terrific value. The Hotel and rustic cottages look out over Little Lake Sunapee and the challenging 9 hole par three golf course. The three tennis courts are terrific. TLV has its own boathouse and private beach at the lake with kayaking and sunfish sailing. The staff is friendly and the family style meals are wonderful. The New London/Lake Sunapee area is a prime resort spot with other activities available, such as golf, shopping and sight seeing, outside of TLV. It is an all-inclusive experience that is a throw back to a time when families spent time together and left their doors unlocked. TLV is a gift worth experiencing.

twinkie4104
08/15/2014 via Tripadvisor

If you are looking for a great place to take your family or friends and meet new people, hence the reason some have been coming back for years. Twin Lake Villa is the place to go; especially if you're looking for that trip to get away from it all. There are several places to hike in the area. The lakes nearby are very clean and swimming areas are clearly marked off for any boat traffic that might be on any particular lake. The best value of Twin Lake Village is the price. The weekly rates are very manageable and meals are included. The menu often reflects items that are part of standard New England cuisine and are well executed, especially the lamb roast and the chowder which could stand alone!

Cyorgan
08/15/2012 via Tripadvisor

There are few places left in the world like TLV. My great-grandmother came here in the 40s and 50s, and my parents took us here in the 70s. When my kids were born, we began vacationing again at TLV in the 2000s. Not much has changed, thankfully, except for the addition of WiFi in the hotel common areas and hummus on the relish tray. Being here is like vacationing at a National Trust property. The Kidder family are very welcoming and can tell you all about the myriad off-site activities such as hiking and cultural events in New London, Sunapee and Hanover. There's plenty to do onsite, as well. I don't golf or play tennis, but I still have a great time at TLV. The food is simple, but delicious and ample. The homemade breads are divine. And how many other places serve Maypo for breakfast? TLV's maple syrup is not only real, but it's made on the property. You can buy some to take home. Every week, they have a picnic dinner on Mt. Kearsarge, which is not to be missed. The views are spectacular, and there's even a playground for the kids. If you are addicted to luxury, then this may not be your kind of place. But if you appreciate and adore the simple beauty of old New England, then TLV is for you.

Caroline McKeldin Wayner
02/15/2015 via Tripadvisor

A great place to start a vacation tradition! We come every year and it is like a step back in time. No TV, No Telephone (we leave or cell phone shut off) and you relax, read a book, take a swim, play a round of golf, play a game of tennis and an after dinner game of shuffleboard might be in order. You get 3 meals a day like your grandma's home cooking. So if you are looking for an escape for the rigggors of today's pace, then spend a week at TLV!

TravelsWeeklyDenver
07/01/2012 via Tripadvisor

My family has been going for over 42 years. It is a great family experience. All of the staff are very kind. In addition, the food is great. You do not have to worry about your kids if they are over 7. It is very safe and every guest is super considerate and sweet. There are also a bunch of other kids to play with. I would totally recommend it to anyone who is looking for some amazing family fun. It is great to be apart of the TLV family. Love they place and the experience!

Susanne H
05/15/2021 via Tripadvisor

This is the 6th year our family of 6 has enjoyed Twin Lake Villas. My son and daughter - in-law and 3 grandchildren (now 10-1/2, 8-1/2 and 6-3/4) and me...happy Grammy. We have a wonderful cottage( part of the property and near the hotel ) that is super clean and maid service is daily.Eating in the dining room of the hotel for breakfast, lunch and dinner gives my daughter in law a 'break' from doing the usual daily cooking at home. The food is not gourmet, but mostly fine...and the desserts are super. Many guests know each other from years past and although there is no drinking in the dining room, folks often invite others to have a cocktail in their respective cottages before dinner every night. This is a family place and children and parents all 'hang out' together with children's ages varying from 3 to young adults. We all love the golf, the tennis, the shuffleboard, kayaking or canoeing and swimming in the lake. And all is included in the American Plan lodging fee for the week. It is terrific NOT to have TV in the cottage. Our family played board games some nights...and on the special bingo night and children's dance night we laughed for hours. The Tuesday afternoon climb to the top of Mr. Kearsage is tackled by many...and everyone revels in the picnic the Kidders provide at the picnic/play area near the top of the mountain. This is the most cost effective, fabulous vacation there is...and I say that from the perspective of having traveled nationally and internationally during my past vacations. It is simple, old fashioned low key FUN to be here. Although the youth of today have their I -pods and I-pads, there is so much to do , "screen-time" is effectively limited without undue parental hassle. The Kidder family does everything possible to ensure guests are happy...and we'll be going back year after year!

Joan H.
07/15/2013 via Tripadvisor

My family has been coming here now for 59 years and my family are friends with the Kidder family. Let me say it has never over the 59 years been a bad year. The people make the difference, but the 9 hole golf course is a great course and the bakery is the best part of there meals. The picnic is my personal favorite. In closing TLV is a great place for any family or group of friends to start a long tradition.

trimbles
08/15/2013 via Tripadvisor

Is like stepping back in time. There is the main hotel and 18 houses that can each be rented. We were a group of 14 friends and was a great place to go and unwind and relax. There are all sorts of activities available: shuffleboard, tennis. There is a beach and a boathouse. They supply kayaks and beach chairs and beach towels. There are trails and we hiked for a few miles was absolutely beautiful. Can also sit on the large and very long veranda on the rocking chairs and contemplate the universe. There is no alcohol in the dining room so we had brought wines and appetizers and we had a pre-dinner gathering on the verranda. The food is all well cooked but quite basic. However do not be fooled, the bread is home made, the syrup is local maple syrup and the service was all from eager kids who seemed to be in the summer after graduating high school. This is not fancy. Our room in the hotel was adequate. It was quite hot but the overhead fan worked well and we had been advised and brought a floor fan as well. Next time we will know to take a kettle as coffee or tea is not available outside of mealtimes.

MikeBirdman
07/15/2019 via Tripadvisor
Wedding weekend at Twin Lake Village
Weddings

More than a day.

A TLV wedding is a weekend — of family, celebration, and the kind of unhurried joy that only this place makes possible. Our staff handles the details. You enjoy the moments.

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Our summer season runs from June 27 through August 29, with the addition of wedding weekends. Call us to discuss availability and the right week for your family.