Experience ‘Main Street’ At One Of New Hampshire’s Oldest Inns

Small towns have always been - and still are - the heart of New Hampshire. It's where most businesses centralize, where the seats of government are located, and where the local townspeople gather. That was true centuries ago and it's still true today. And there's nothing that defines a downtown more than its Main Street. These boulevards are also where some of the state's most historic hotels and inns are located. In one Main Street, you can step out of a historic New Hampshire inn and right into the heart of a small town.

Thayers Inn in Littleton is one of the state's oldest lodging houses. It was first conceived of by Henry L. Thayer in 1840, with construction starting in 1850.

The town of Littleton was burgeoning in the mid-19th century thanks to the arrival of the railroads in 1852. Guests needed a place to stay and Thayers Inn was opened.

Littleton and its Main Street are very much a classic example of small-town New Hampshire, with its diverse collection of shops and businesses.

You'll be in interesting company with a stay at Thayers. Ulysses S. Grant, Franklin Pierce, P.T. Barnum, Jimmy Carter, Henry Ford, and Bette Davis have all been visitors here.

The inn provides four distinctly different room types, all decorated with historical charm for the most comfortable stay.

You'll find no shortage of excellent dining options in Littleton. Part of the fun is walking up Main Street and down the other to find your favorite restaurant.

In addition to its classic small town feel, Littleton is also a gateway to the White Mountains. Scenic Franconia Notch is only a short drive to the south.

With everything the Littleton area offers, a historic New Hampshire inn like Thayers is the perfect place to experience it all. Book your room today and be sure to follow Thayers Inn on Facebook for the latest updates.

If you prefer a dose of local history with your getaway accommodations, also try this small-town sanctuary that has been around for more than two centuries as well as eight hotels that are said to be haunted.