About Grafton County, NH

Kids considering where to go to college and a "must ski" is part of the overall curriculum...Read on!!

..In a -Huffington Post Article.. I found interesting.

It's that time of year. High school seniors are getting advice from teachers, friends and family to determine which college they will attend. For many, evaluating potential college choices involves the criteria, "Can I ski/snowboard while I'm there?" Many add, "... a lot?" to that question, which narrows the field considerably.

ESPN.com recently wrote an article entitled, The 10 best colleges in the U.S. for people who live to ski. The list of 10 was based upon schools that had the best access to good skiing and a community of people who shared the same passion.

Plymouth State University: Ask any snowboarder, of any era, from any state in New England to name the most notorious shred college on the East Coast and you'd better prepare yourself for a wild, most likely illegal story involving the snowboard Mecca that is Plymouth State. The best park riding in New Hampshire is just down the road with Loon and Waterville essentially being PSU athletic facilities. Plus, close proximity to the mountains makes it almost impossible not to take part in the vast snowboard community that lies at the core of the PSU student body, many of which keep the vibe going year-round. In short, many claim that Plymouth State is home to the most dedicated and historic community of collegiate shreds on the East Coast. If you're looking to ride every day and party every night this is the place you should be considering. Nearby Resorts include: Tenney Mountain (15 mins), Loon Mountain (30 mins), Cannon (30 mins), Waterville Valley (35 mins)

….My personal story – about skiing and my real estate career…

I was one of the many who graduated and found a way to stay near by to live the dream and by finding a way of making my passion part of making a living here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

Alpine Lakes…is not just my company’s name it is what we find joy in. The mountains and lakes of New Hampshire provide raw beauty, recreation and a life style many former Plymouth State students have grown to love.

I still don't know how a bunch of broke college students managed to live on Squam lake & Ski a few days a week in the winter: Lot of Mac& cheese, and some great stories

Spring is officially a little over a week away, but the signs of spring's advance is evident to the camera. The ice on lakes and ponds are beginning to separate from the land around it, soon it will be no longer safe to walk on.

The Ice along the river has broken apart to reveal the deep blue hue of a winters worth of accumulations.

The brooks, streams and rivers are all flowing again. Sending the water south towards the farmers fields and eventually the Atlantic ocean.

The snow mass is mainly on the peaks above 4,000 feet ,Mt Washington at 6,300 ft will have enough snow to ski Tuckerman's ravine until June.

Still some snow on the lesser peaks and in the shaded woods - but the tree tops are bare.

There is always some resistance to making a move in the middle of winter, but with spring brings new property interest. It is easy to inspect the roof, walk the land and if successful move furniture and family after the snow is gone. If we assume a financed deal averages 45 days from contract to closing...we are now looking at nearly June 1st for your new home - to be yours.

Time to look and lock in your best deal in the White Mountains of New Hampshire is right now. While skiing will continue for another month due to aggressive man made snow making…the Lawns and sidewalks will be bare in no time at all. Ski in the morning while the snow is firm from the prior nights cool down and schedule a real estate showing after noon – SOON!

$199,900 Ranch Completly updated...and including central A/C for the summer months to come. See it Now!

I have written numerous times about the slope side homes on Loon Mountain, and shared photos of the homes my in-house Adirondack design / build team have constructed for clients. But today something a bit different, photos of homes taken from the actual trails...that the owners ski home from /&/ to.

Note the Stair Case built to allow the owners to walk up to the slopes from their ski room built for convenience.

Hemlock Drive – backing up to the South Mt Trails.

Crooked Mountain Rd. – next to the skier’s bridge, ski to the base lodge or to the owners lift from this house.

Yellow Birch Circle – A trail leading to your home and to a private lift from your back door.

South Mountain Rd. – Ski Home access across the street, a ski down and walk 50 feet to your door. "FOR SALE"

Several of the homes built at South Mountain are also riverfront - with all homes having access to the common trails along the water to enjoy all year round.

The View from "Twicher" brand new this year on the South Moutain side of Loon (along with Jobber) offering new terrain and new homes for families seeking ski -in/out access.

More listing for land and condominiums slopes side @ Loon

I live in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire directly beside a seasonal tourist Train track.In the winter it becomes a Snowmobile corridor and a great place to Cross Country ski (snowmobile treads are perfect for preparing the snow for cross country skiing).

The Old Boston and Maine line...runs along the Pemigewasset River Valley - a Few miles from Loon Mountain.

The View Of Lafayette - Liberty and Little Hay Stack are a great bonus to this intense workout - along the river.

A Little further north we get in to the New Hampshire State forest, and the ski slopes of Cannon Mt Resort.

Back Over the Trestle Bridge and a turn for home (if you get the chance to ride the dinner train in the summer or early fall I highly recommend it...the Cafe Lafayette...rides the rails and serves a six course meal with a view)

As much fun as cross country skiing over this bridge is - Imagine swinging from a rope and launch in to the river when the weather is warmer and the summer has arrived.

Time to get off the tracks and do some bush whacking along the river...breaking the (un-tracked) crusty stuff is a serious work out. But on the return trip home I took a short cut through the woods - to check out the river close up.

Back in time for the sunset...I logged 5 miles on my Cross Country ski tour today, I hope you enjoyed the trip with me. The Pemigewasset River Between Woodstock and Lincoln New Hampshire made for a good photo journey this afternoon.

The Final Frame to my Cross Country ski trip this after Noon...Two hours of quiet solitude and the joy of nature.

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If you have an hour or two I recommend you get outside every day...this is the reasons I live in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

If you have been waiting for a large family Chalet that you can ski home to...I got the right spot for you.

This 5 bedroom home has a loft that could serve as a sixth bedroom - office or den on it's own floor.

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Snow making in the winter means great skiing conditions and private homeowners trails to ski right to your house, common area frontage on the Pemigewasset river adds wonderful walking paths throughout the community for all to enjoy. The Gated entrance to South Peak Resort enhances your private enjoyment.

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A Vaulted Living room dinning room with beautiful hardwood floors and a stone fireplace adds to the rustic feel.

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Granite Counter tops, cherry cabinets and stainless steel appliances are the right touch for this modern kitchen. The master bedroom is colorful yet campy and offers a walk-in closet full bath with glass shower and soaking tub which is perfect after a long day of skiing - biking - hiking or any outdoor activity.

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One of the five bedrooms done in a mountain theme and the third floor loft...completed with a bit of whimsy meant to mirror the owners favorite sports teams colors - is great for the rough and tumble of kids at play.

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The Three season porch with it's gas fireplace offers a place to enjoy the Spring, summer and fall with a little warmth for a fire...the lower level walkout den offers a place to hang out in less formal surroundings.

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This home offers a great lay out for a couple of families and folks of all ages will enjoy having their own space when they visit...With Multiple bedrooms of all 3 floors.

For a Direct Link to the MLS listing sheet click: "134 South Mountain rd. Lincoln NH" List price $1,295,000.