We are redefining the concept of what an all-season destination resort should be, with all of the amenities of the 21st century blended with the historical architecture and character of days gone by.
It's a spectacular mix of mountains, forests, fields, lakes, and streams - and with over 5,500 acres in conservation, we plan to keep it that way. The Balsams is dedicated to principles like dark sky considerations for stargazing at night, pet-friendly atmospheres for the furry members of our families, and carbon-neutral sustainability goals.
Once you're here, your car is...well, unnecessary. Immerse in a sprawling wilderness of endless adventure, with the serenity of nature, the finest dining, world-class winter and summer experiences - from skiing to golf, zip-lining to snowmobiling, and yoga to Nordic Baths.
Read on to hear from Les Otten, Principal Owner and visionary, get a sneak peek at the full resort plan, and learn about how you can be a part of The Balsams story.
From the desk of Les Otten:
Welcome to The Balsams.
When I first discovered this gem tucked away in the stunning wilderness we know as Dixville Notch, I knew instantly it was special. Many years after my first Sunday Brunch in the summer of 1974 and after a couple more decades of founding ski resorts all over North America, I realized its enormous potential when I saw the mountain topography.
The Balsams is in a true alpine zone, in one of the snowiest places in the East, and it was just waiting for someone to come along and recognize it. The skiing stood out to me as a chance to create an independent ski area, relying on my past experience but creating something uniquely environmentally conscious, something tailored to the next generation of skiers, something visionary.
And the more I looked, the more I saw the richness of outdoor activities in all seasons. Our master plan incorporates The Balsams history, the heart of the Grand Resort lifestyle including fine dining as a centerpiece, and artfully blends a marriage of past and present to provide the best guest experience in one of the most beautiful locations I have ever seen.
There are very few things in life that stop you in your tracks, and The Balsams is one of them. I invite you to get to know our Team, our Vision, and embrace what we see as being the premier four-season resort in North America. It is, and will continue to be, unlike anything else.
Now, you have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a residence at The Balsams and become a Founding member of the Century Club - an exclusive group of families and individuals who have decided to become a part of The Balsams legendary story. These are the people I look to as friends to be a part of this story and ski with me for years to come at The Balsams.
I hope you too allow yourself to be stopped in your tracks, at least long enough to take in the splendor of the Notch and breathe the cool mountain air. I know you'll love it just as much as we do.
Leslie B. Otten, Principal Owner, The Balsams
The Balsams vision is getting closer to becoming a reality. The recent news of our collaboration with Provident Resources Group (PRG), a national nonprofit organization focused on serving their charitable missions including lessening the burdens state and local governments face in providing facilities and services to their citizens, and Goldman Sachs acting as underwriter, has sparked a huge surge of interest in the Century Club and in the surrounding community.
The unique campus-style design of the Resort is centered on the Great Lawn being the heart of your family's stay. From the Great Lawn, you can easily reach any activity without leaving the property or needing the car; enjoy a bike ride along miles of scenic trails or hop on the gondola and hit the slopes. Every day is designed by you.
"I regard cooking as both a fine art and a noble science. Going forward, The Balsams will certainly reflect modern tastes, but will remain faithful to my core philosophy: the finest of ingredients, prepared with the greatest of care. Grass fed, free range, and wild caught...these aren't just better for the environment, they taste better. And always, served with the utmost respect for the art, and the science, and the guests who enjoy both. Chefs are ladies and gentlemen, and people came to The Balsams for the food and the old world charm."
Chef Phil Learned; Former Balsams Partner and Executive Chef, CEC Executive Chef, Honorable Order of the Golden Toque
The Balsams Baths are designed in the style of a Nordic Spa, inclusive of steam rooms, saunas, thermotherapy pools, meditation spaces, cold plunges, and traditional spa offerings as options. You can take full advantage of the fresh, crisp air, natural surroundings, and incredible views.
The location is ideally situated next to the Cold Spring Brook waterfall, which provides wonderful ambient white noise to relax or meditate to. The Balsams Baths is the ideal place for you to wind down whether you've just gotten out of yoga, skiing, mountain biking, nordic skiing, or zip-lining. Spend a day just reconnecting with your senses and luxuriate, you deserve it.
As a Century Club member, you will have access, so you should ask your Real Estate Sales Consultant for details. You may just want to prepare yourself to lose track of time and let the natural waterfall and grandeur of Dixville Notch melt away your stress.
The gondola whisks you away from the shores of Lake Gloriette and delivers you to a wilderness ski experience unlike any other in the east.
“The Panorama is an amazing example of Donald J. Ross in his prime. Ross is legendary for fairway contours and challenging greens. Each hole at The Panorama has its own unique character, reflected by a name, and you’ll come to appreciate both a bit more each time you play them. It’s mountaintop golf, with wilderness views in every direction that extend into Vermont and Quebec. There are summer mornings when temperature inversions place you in bright sunshine above the clouds in the valleys. There are crisp autumn mornings when the sun glows off the changing leaves while mist rises from the ponds.”
Andy Pearson; Director of Grounds & Golf Course Management
Experience a two bedroom suite – Residence #320
As beautiful as the interior of our two-bedroom suite is, you will immediately be drawn to the expansive windows in every room. You have stunning views of the Notch, and the design is light and airy with high ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and the original crown molding and built-ins that recall a bygone era. Contact us to schedule your personal viewing.
The renaissance underway at The Balsams is marked by the 100-year anniversary of the Hampshire House and our introduction of the Century Club. Residences ranging from one-bedroom residences to four-bedroom suites are now available for deeded ownership of 100-day or 65-day estates each year. We’re also unveiling a first-of-its-kind Cost Reduction Program to minimize the annual costs of ownership.
The first 150 members will receive a select, one-time-only, collection of Founder benefits. As you peruse our vision, imagine yourself at The Balsams while making memories that will be treasured by you, your children, and their grandchildren for the next 100 years.
This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a part of The Balsams story.
For details regarding Century Club benefits, please contact our Team via the website or call us at 603-225-0050.
