Steve Loynd/ 800-926-5653, White Mountains NH

Traveling through Franconia Notch State park is always breath taking, and when you happen to time it right a sunset is a super bonus. Enjoy tonight's sunset.

.................................................Sun going down - over the White Mountains.......................................

The last of the blue sky's fades to orange and the mountain shadows of the national forest...fades to black.

I hope you enjoy the trees in the foreground, that break up the sky line of the setting sun.

I seem quite appropriate that the sun set caps this Sunday night. The last Sunday in September and the first Sunday of the Autumn season. More foliage shots to follow - stay tuned for the hues of Fall.

New Hampshire Parade of Homes 2011 – Lakes & Mountains showcase. October 8-10 at various location from the lakes region on north, members of the Home builders & Remodelers association of New Hampshire will be holding open houses.

The homes must be new or newly remodeled in the past two years, and the New Hampshire Parade of Homes committee will review entries for eligibility and quality. For more information or an Iphone ap search: www.nhparadeofhomes.com

Admission Price and official Charity: Public admission is $5/person children under 12 are free (this ticket allows you to tour all the home participating this year) all proceeds Granite State Independent Living http://www.gsil.org/

Cargill construction has two entries in this years Parade of Homes…both are on the South Mountain slopes at Loon mountain’s ski resort in Lincoln NH. Cargill Construction.

On the Corner of Hemlock Drive and Crooked mt road.

South Mountain rd....finishing up the landscaping

Cargill Construction 2010 NH Home builders ,Emerald Award.

New Hampshire home builder’s first Emerald award winning home.

The Emerald award is the highest achievement presented by the National Home Builders Association, National Green Building Standard.

This Emerald home has an array of energy-saving products and technologies. The HVAC is a state of the art hybrid geothermal and a propane furnace system. It consists of five zones, a heat recovery ventilation (HRV), and steam humidification. The system uses “Energy Management” to self diagnose through one thermostat which communicates with the other zones to create the perfect balance for heating, ventilation and air conditioning. In addition the system offers the homeowner the ability to remote access all controls through the internet.

In order to achieve this high level of reward many sustainable and recyclable materials found throughout the home. Examples are found in FSC framing lumber, local hardwood flooring, 100% recycled underlayment’s, Energy Star appliances, concrete that contains 30% fly ash, and reclaimed cabinets to name but a few.

The envelope is ultra tight with BIBS insulation in the outside walls (R-23) and vaulted ceilings have an additional 2” of rigid insulation (R-49). The efficiency is reflected in the HERS of 46, despite the 4,000 SF.

Cargill Construction had this home in the lakes region on display last year along with 10 other home builders, this year the number of homes has not been decided. We wish our Parent company much success with this years parade and many more awards should be coming their way...good luck - Alpine Lakes Real Estate Co Inc.

The cool night air is egging on the fall foliage colors in the Northern White mountains Region on New Hampshire.

Mid - September is a mixture of deep green and early leaf colors changes...the red is popping out already.

The Hemlock and pine will remain green all year, while the Beech trees have begun to turn a nice mellow yellow.

This local horse farm provides a beautiful country back drop to the changing foliage framed by the white fences.

This Campton New Hampshire dam is just east of our branch office on rte 49 the road to Waterville Valley resort.

The Tee box on Owl Nest's 13th hole offers one of the highest elevations of a golf course in the entire state of NH

Riverfront Condominiums in Lincoln New Hampshire.

Slope side development site on Loon mountain build your custom ski home here and ski to your door Lincoln NH

Beautiful New Hampshire views and wonderful real estate opportunity in the White mountain's region.

Covering all of the 44 town in Grafton County...use the MLS button on the bottom of this post to view all area listings by town , price or type with this on-line search site you can see them all in the comfort of your home.

Cannon and Loon Mountain NH Area winter Seasonal choice.

• NEW RENTAL LISTING ALERT*

Four Bedrooms – Two Baths – Wood burning Fireplace – Kerosene Heat.

Walking Distance to the Popular Woodstock Inn & Brew Pub, and a quick trip by car to multiple ski resorts and other winter destination locations in the White Mtn’s.

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Here is the exterior of the Condo – and- the small pond directly behind the unit.

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Kitchen – Dinning – Living room with brick fireplace…sliders out to a deck w/ grill.

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Four Bedrooms…3 are set up with twin beds in each and the Master suite is a King.

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Terms and Rates for the Season $7,500 –plus utilities for a 6 months period. Seller pays condo fees and that takes care of plowing , shoveling and trash removal.

Four Bedrooms - Two full baths on Three Floors - cement walls between condos , and efficient heat make this a great deal for a winter seasonal rental in the Loon and Cannon Mountain ski resort area.

As I took my after work stroll I shot these late day photos to share with my friends...who haven't gotten a start to the foliage season yet. The dinner train Rolls by my House ( 27 feet from my garage) literally rolls by my house.

Nothing could be more fun that a foliage train ride along the Pemigewasset River, from Lincoln to Woodstock NH

The Pemigewasset River from Rte 175 Woodstock NH, Looking north towards Franconia Notch state Park.

Lafayette, Little Haystack and Liberty -color is coming on quite nicely...I give it three weeks till it's all past peak.

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Three Favorite Photos I took Last Year... Rte 175 Woodstock Bridge I walk several days per week.

This beautiful heart shaped tree is off the Kancamagus Highway...the Scenic drive one has to experience.

And last but not least the Lakes region of New Hampshire where large bodies of water offer impressive views all year round but especially during the foliage season. Drive-Hike or Bike and enjoy the sights and sounds of New Hampshire.

Planning a trip to the White Mountain or Lakes region of New Hampshire? Give Alpine Lakes Realty a call for all your property needs. Use the MLS button to search are area properties by town - type or price, and enjoy the fall foliage...winter Ski Season, Spring golf or Summer Boating seasons...recreational real estate is our specialty.