Jackson, New Hampshire — Earlier this year, Entabeni Systems decided to keep Black Mountain rather than sell it and move their team there full-time. Their intention is to turn it into a laboratory for ideas that other independent ski areas can implement. One of the ways they intend to do that is through the acquisition of a nearby inn that had previously been owned by the ski resort.
Last Friday, Black Mountain announced that it has acquired Whitney’s Inn. Located right next to the New Hampshire ski resort, the inn first opened back in the 1940s. The 12-acre property features 27 bedrooms, suites, and cottages. There’s also the Shovel Handle Pub, a great apres and dining spot after a day on the slopes. The property also has an additional six acres for future development (possibly a future HQ spot for Entabeni), as well as Black Mountain’s snowmaking water sources.
It’s the first time they’ve been held under the same company since 1979. As part of the acquisition, the property will also be used as the headquarters for Entabeni Systems (owner of Black Mountain and the Indy Pass). The plan is to invest in the property and use it as a testing ground for hospitality operations for this and other ski resorts.
The former owner, the Jackson Collection, will retain ownership of its other properties in the town, which include the Christmas Farm Inn and the Inn at Thorn Hill.
Erik Mogensen also announced his engagement to Ashley, who now helps with resort operations. Congrats to both!
Offseason Projects At Black
Black Mountain has stayed busy this offseason, with work on a multitude of snowmaking projects. Based on all the work done over the past few years, you have to imagine there’s other stuff going on as well.
Image/Video Credits: Black Mountain (NH), Whitney’s Inn
