Our
perfect summer evening in Sunapee Harbor began with a
dinner cruise on the MV Kearsarge,
a replica paddlewheel steamboat that has traveled the
lake for thirty years. The all-you-can-eat buffet was
superb, as was the scenery, and with top notch service
as well. Our two-hour cruise covered the entire lake
with Captain Dave Hargbol narrating the history of the
area and pointing out places of interest. Standing on
the upper deck after dinner and taking in the beautiful
views was a memorable experience!
After
the MV Kearsarge docked at 8:30 we were able to catch
the last set of the concert at the Ben Mere Bandstand.
As the sun went down, our local favorites, The Squids,
played a tasty set of blues-flavored rock and roll. What
a lovely setting and the band rocked!
There
are so many things to do while spending a day in Sunapee
Harbor. You can peruse art at the Harbor Gallery ...
take the Riverwalk down to the new Sunapee Information
Center ... visit the various shops ... take a tour boat
cruise at 2:00 P.M. on the M.V. Mt. Sunapee... visit
The Anchorage for an awesome dinner, drinks and live
music ... get a bite at Marzelli's Sunapee Harbor Sweet
Shop and Cafe ... get a yummy ice cream treat at The
Quack Shack ... visit the Sunapee Historical Society
Museum ... or just relax in the park and enjoy watching
the boats
on the lake.
Boaters
can put their craft in at the public boat launch or rent
or charter almost any type of watercraft at Sargent's
Marina. There is a reasonable amount of free parking
right next to the waterfront and there are the all-important
public rest-stations nearby.
Sunapee
Harbor Nightlife
The
shops in the Harbor close at 9:00 P.M. during the summer
but the Anchorage
Restaurant stays open later on weekends
and Marzelli's Sweet Shop and Cafe is open until 10:00. On
Friday nights the Sunapee Methodist Church hosts the
Sunapee Community Coffeehouse Concerts. Every
night is a party at the Anchorage and on Thursday thru
Saturday nights they are the area's only adult nightclub
featuring
a
variety
of live music - country to blues, folk to alternative.
For
a complete schedule of live music at the
Sunapee Community Coffeehouse see our Events
Calendar page.
Wednesday
in Sunapee Harbor
Wednesdays
is the best day during the week to visit Sunapee Harbor.
You will avoid the weekend crowds, the Sunapee Historical
Society
Museum
is open until 9pm, and the free summer concerts at the
Ben Mere bandstand start at 7pm.
Pete Merrigan performs at the Sunapee
Harbor Flanders Stage
Sunapee
Harbor Free Concerts
Summer
2010
Sunapee
Harbor Live Music
At Flanders Stage & The Ben Mere Bandstand
June
30 - Nick's Other Band - 7-9pm
July 3 - The Tammy Jackson Band - 5-7 pm
July 7 - Bill Whitman & the JOSA Ensemble - 7-9pm
July
10 - Pete Merrigan - 5-7pm
July 14 - Upper Valley Community Band - 7-9pm
July 17 - East Bay Jazz - 5-7pm
July 18 - Putnam & Pirozzoli - 1-3 pm
July 21 - The Flames - 7-9pm
July 24 - Click Horning Trio - 5-7pm
July 25 - High Ground - 1-3pm
July 28 - Tammy Jackson Band - 7-9pm
July 31 - Carey Lee Rush - 5-7pm
Aug 4 - East Bay Jazz Ensemble - 7-9pm
Aug 7 - The Concord Coachmen - 5-7pm
Aug 8 - Jim Hollis - 1-3pm
Aug 11 - The Mary Maguire Band - 7-9pm
Aug 14 - Kid Pinky and His Restless Knights - 5-7pm
Aug 15 - The Mink Hills Band - 1-3pm
Aug 18 - The Squids - 7-9pm
Aug 21 - Mark & Debbie Bond - 5-7pm
Aug 25 - High Ground - 7-9pm
Aug 28 - Smoke & Mirrors - 5-7pm
Sept 4 - Dr Harp's Blues Review - 5-7pm
More information about Sunapee Harbor including
boat launch information on SunapeeHarbor.com
Sunapee
Harbor Cruises
Cruise
on the MV Mt. Sunapee II
Relax in your deck chair and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Sunapee
while your Captain narrates the history, landmarks and lore of this crystal
clear lake featuring spectacular mountain views! Bring your sunscreen,
sunglasses, and a light jacket. Sailing daily from Sunapee Harbor, Memorial
Day thru Columbus Day. 603-938-6465
Dinner
buffet cruise on the MV Kearsarge The boat operates seasonally
from May to October and departs Sunapee Harbor at 6:30
Tuesday-Sunday for scenic dinner cruises. Each cruise
is narrated by the Captain and lasts for two hours.
The outstanding roast beef buffet is prepared by the
Appleseed Restaurant. We loved the fantastic dessert
selection. 603-938-6465
The
Anchorage Located
right on the water next to the marina, this excellent
restaurant/bar/nightspot offers food with their own
special touch. Their non-smoking section is well separated
from the smoking, and most tables offer a fantastic
harbor view, especially the outdoor patio. The Anchorage
features the best local live music Fri & Sat.
Marzelli's
Sweet Shop and Cafe This
amazing shop serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It
has everything delicious you could want - from a deli
counter, freshly baked bread, gelato, a wide variety
of chocolates, and racks and racks of every imaginable
kind of candy.
603-763-0072
Sunapee Harbor Cottages The
only waterfront lodging on Lake Sunapee! This unique
property offers nightly lodging with distinct
amenities and convenient access to year-round lake and
mountain activities.
4 Lake Avenue
866-763-5052
Quack
Shack Ice Cream Sunapee
Harbor's old fashioned ice cream stand serving Gifford's
hard ice cream, soft ice cream and fresh squeezed lemonade.
Open mid-June until Labor Day.
The
Sunapee Harbor Riverwalk
A scenic trail built along the historic Sugar River. The newly created
Riverwalk offers an interesting and scenic stroll from Sunapee Harbor (Behind
Marzelli's Cafe) to the Sunapee Welcome Center.
Sunapee
Historical Society Museum
Learn about the history of the steamboats, the grand hotels, boating, and
the Town of Sunapee.
Summer hours are 1 to 4pm on Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun, also 7 to
9pm on Wed, closed Mondays.
Fall hours are 1 to 4pm on Sat & Sun until Columbus Day.
603-763-9872
The Harbor Gallery 51 Main Street, Sunapee
Exhibiting outstanding art & crafts from our region
Gallery is open: Tuesday - Sunday, 12:00 - 6:00
Friday and Saturday: 12:00 - 8:00
603-763-7364
Pins and Needles Sewing
and quilt supply shop. Fabric, quilt patterns, notions,
classes & more.
Monday-Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
31 River Road, Sunapee
603-934-9028
Click
here for Pins
and Needles Quilt Classes.
Tattered Pages A Shop with the Young in Mind!
Books, games, craft kits, hats, music boxes, unique
toys, exclusive clocks, dress-up, backpacks, chairs,
and many educational gifts. Ages birth and up!
Summer hours Daily 10-7
603-763-2539
Sargents
Marina
Leasing and docking of power boats, sailboats, ski boats, pontoon boats
and personal watercraft. Also located in Georges Mills. Hourly, daily
and weekly rentals.
Call
Dori Sargent at 603-763-5036
Wild
Goose Country Store They
have "country/lake" style items, decent prices
and every year at the end of the season have a fantastic
sale on most of the items in the store. A great view
of the harbor and Flander's Stage next to it
where you can hear live music in the summer.
Directions to Sunapee Harbor
Coming
up from the south take Rt. 89 to Exit 12A. Take a left
at the end of the exit ramp.
Coming
down from the north take Rt. 89 to Exit 12A. Take a
right at the end of the exit ramp.
At
the first light take a right onto NH Route 11, follow
for three miles. Take a left at the blinking light,
go up and over the hill.
Parking When you see the
harbor on your left, look for a parking space. You will
see the
Ben Mere bandstand
up on the hill
to your right. If you don't see a parking space
near the water turn right up Burkehaven Hill
Rd. where
there are
more spaces next to the bandstand.
Kearsarge,
a replica paddlewheel steamboat that has traveled the
lake for thirty years. The all-you-can-eat buffet was
superb, as was the scenery, and with top notch service
as well. Our two-hour cruise covered the entire lake
with Captain Dave Hargbol narrating the history of the
area and pointing out places of interest. Standing on
the upper deck after dinner and taking in the beautiful
views was a memorable experience! 
Squids,
played a tasty set of blues-flavored rock and roll. What
a lovely setting and the band rocked! 
boats
on the lake. 
