Converted barns are as classically New England as it gets, and having a great meal in one is an incredibly charming experience. Luckily, we have several great restaurants in old barns here in New Hampshire – and they're the perfect place to relax and leave your cares behind.

1. Parker's Maple Barn, Mason

Open 7 days a week from Valentine's Day to the week before Christmas, Parker's Maple Barn serves amazing breakfasts and lunches in a converted 19th century dairy barn and silo. Since they're also a maple sugaring operation, you'll find plenty of the sweet stuff here to pour on your pancakes and French toast. Be sure to buy some to take with you, too! Find them at 1316 Brookline Rd, Mason, NH 03048.

2. Ellacoya Barn and Grille, Gilford

In this restored 1843 barn, you can actually sit in an old stall to eat your meal! With a delicious menu and extensive drink list, you're sure to leave this charming spot happy. Find it at 2667 Lakeshore Road, Gilford, NH.

3. Pizza Barn, Center Ossipee

This great pizza places has been operating since 1971, but the barn itself dates back to the 19th century, and the restaurant retains the most charming barn atmosphere. Check it out at 1860 Route 16, Center Ossipee, NH 03814.

4. The New Woodshed, Moultonborough

The New Woodshed is an homage to the old Woodshed Restaurant, which was located in an old barn that burned to the ground in 2013. Some longtime customers missed it so much that they sourced a 200-year-old barn, moved it to Moltonborough, and recreated their favorite old spot. Learn more about their store here, and visit the restaurant at 128 Lee Road, Moultonborough, NH 03254.

5. Tumbledown Farm Cafe, Wakefield

If you really want to get in touch with where your food comes from, head to Tumbledown Farm Cafe, where produce grown on-site is served up in your meals. Find it at 21 Meadow St

Wakefield, NH 0387221.

6. The Common Man, Windham

The Common Man's Windham outpost serves hearty American fare in a classic red barn. With a roaring fire in the fireplace and a strong drink in hand, you'll feel right at home here. Find it at 88 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087.

7. Applecrest Farm Bistro, Hampton Falls

This gorgeous barn restaurant overlooks the fields and orchards where the ingredients in your food are grown – and they have a great market on site too. Visit at 133 Exeter Road Hampton Falls, NH, 03844.

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