Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting!

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Butternut front view
Side house view
Side yard seating and dining area, adjacent to house and barbecue
Back yard with stone fireplace, charcoal grill, picnic table, hammock
Open porch - with pull down screens
review stars
9.7Outstanding
(25 Ratings)
Guests loved exploring the unique house full of history, rustic charm, and gorgeous views. The property provided a peaceful and relaxing retreat, making it a special experience for families.
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9.7 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)

House in Sugar Hill, NH

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Enjoy cool summers, fall foliage, and winter sports in the White Mounatins of New Hampshire!

Butternut is fabulously located near a picture-perfect New England town amidst all the year-round pleasures that the White Mountains have to offer. But its irresistable magic is the character that perfectly reflects the famous woman who built it... beautiful, elegant, timeless.

Built by actress Bette Davis in 1940, Butternut retains the character of that grand era while accommodating family and friends in contemporary style. Peace and privacy prevail on the 22 acre property overlooking the White Mountains. It is located on a quiet birch-lined road three miles from the villages of Sugar Hill and Franconia, and five miles from Franconia Notch State Park, Echo and Profile Lakes, and Cannon Mountain ski area.

The house is comfortably furnished with country antiques, artworks, and charming accessories. It is fully equipped with kitchen accessories for the gourmet cook, satellite TV and electronics, high speed internet, washer/dryer, and all bed and bath linens. The attached garage with firewood accessible from inside is a delight in bad weather.
There is a standby generator to ensure that full house power is provided during local power outages.

The Sugar Hill / Franconia area is ideal for summer, fall, and winter vacations. Butternut is available throughout the year. Reserve your vacation today and enjoy life as an American icon once did!


New Hampshire M&R Tax License #063699

Amenities at Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting!

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Sugar Hill, NH


Ratings and reviews

9.7 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Guests loved exploring the unique house full of history, rustic charm, and gorgeous views. The property provided a peaceful and relaxing retreat, making it a special experience for families.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
This is the second time we've stayed here. The host is welcoming and helpful, the house is incredible and very comfortable. The area is very special, particularly if you like the outdoors. The house has so many lovely touches and is amazing to explore. We loved it and we'll be back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2024
Fabulous stay! We loved all of the NH and Betty Davis themed touches. We had everything we needed for a fun stay. We were very much at home. Excellent proximity to some great skiing! Spacious home with lots of interesting nooks and crannies. Beautiful! Thank you!
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2024
unique,fun a true getaway. Thanks
5 / 10·Sep 2020
Our time at Butternut Lodge was amazing. It was exactly what my wife and I were hoping for and more. The home itself was homey and inviting. It is even better than the photos show it to be. We especially enjoyed relaxing outside both in the mornings, while enjoying our coffee, and the afternoons/sunset sipping on a glass of wine. Our host, Alyce, was accommodating and very easy to get responses from when needed.We will make every effort to come back to Butternut Lodge and we highly recommend staying here. Especially if you are looking for a quiet and beautiful spot to unwind.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Actress Bette Davis' former mountain lodge... spacious, enchanting!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.