Three Chimneys Inn

About 20 minutes northwest of Portsmouth at the edge of the university town of Durham, this is a wonderful retreat. The main section of the inn dates to 1649, but later additions and a full-scale renovation in 1997 have given it more of a regal Georgian feel now. All of the units are above average in size, and have been lushly decorated with four-poster or canopied beds, mahogany armoires, and Belgian carpets. Most rooms sport either gas or Duraflame log fireplaces. One of my favorites is the William Randolph Hearst Room, with photos of starlets on the walls and a massive bed that's a replica of one at San Simeon. Five rooms on the ground-floor level beneath the restored barn have private entrances, Jacuzzis, and gas fireplaces; these tend to be a bit more cavelike than the other units, but they're luxurious and romantic. This is a popular place for weddings on summer weekends, and it's always booked up long in advance of University of New Hampshire events such as graduation, football games, and homecoming weekend. Be sure to reserve well ahead at those times.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; bar

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