This is actually the third time we've stayed at the Oxen Yoke. The first time my husband and I were alone. . .we agreed that, while the rooms were tiny, it was clean and convenient. We liked the look of the cottages on the property and the next two visits to North Conway with our 3 kids we have booked two rooms, or one cottage. This has given us the privacy and space that love without feeling that our kids are driving everyone around us nuts! Yes, the pool is cold. . .so what. . .it's invigorating. Yes, the bathroom is tiny.. .it's clean and useable. Yes, you have to walk or drive to the Eastern Slope for other services. . .so what? We LOVE being off the beaten path and being able to walk to town. We love that our kids can walk around the property or out onto the sidewalk without worrying about them getting run down with North Conway traffic. The main Inn at Eastern Slope is a little on the worn side, which used to bother us, but now we've started looking at it as an old friend who has seen more than it's fair share of hikers, skiers, lovers, children, tourists, and many more tromp through it's halls looking for what we all need. . .a place to park while we enjoy the greatness of the White Mountains. The staff has always been friendly and if you take half a second to truly engage with them, they'll give you great insider tips on the area. Skip the big hotels and the chain motels. Go with a quiet classic.