Hello all of these posts truly reflect the uniqeness of towns mentioned , it all depends on what elements are important to you. Holderness is lovely nice community feel easy access to rte 93, residents have use of private gorgeous beach on Big Squam Lake, low tax rate of 12.22, Veterans (eligibility ) Tax Credit of $500 off your real estate tax bill, One of the best Elementary Schools Holderness Central School pre-school to 8th grade, Great High School in Plymouth, also may local students go to the Holderness Private School for High School, Plymouth State University has a new president who is doing a good job of providing programs to local residents and of course like all of the wonderful communities in NH ...lovely 4 season enjoyment good luck

Thu Jun 19 2008, 12:04

Hi Laura,
What is important to you?
What makes a place "the best"?
You tell me and then I'll suggest a few places in NH.

Most magazine editors use a generic list of criteria. They may include cost of living, tax burden, quality of schools, employment opportunities and income levels, higher education opportunities, proximity of hospitals and medical care, public school results and the like.

But not all of these criteria are important to all people. Let me know what's important to you, and I will make a few suggestions.

Dane Hahn

Tue Jun 10 2008, 16:42

Hillsoboro, nh is a hidden gem! two ski slopes near town. Small town feel awesome down to earth people and a mountain view in every direction.

Mon Jun 9 2008, 20:29

Real Estate agents are not supposed to "steer." If you want to know all about where I live I would be happy to tell you that. I moved once...all the way across town. Call me at (603) 562-5186 or visit my site.

Thu May 15 2008, 13:18

NH is great in general. Overall, assuming you want to be relatively close to Mass and Boston- and not entirely in the middle of "nowhere", I would keep it in the southeast part of the state. We live in the Exeter area, and its great. I also agree with Hannah that the Durham/ Lee area is great. If you like the college town environment, downtown Dover is kind of nice- but its not too crazy like some college areas.
Good luck,
Ken

Wed May 7 2008, 10:53

I would Have to say the Oyster River school district(towns Lee, Durham and Madbury) is probably best suited for family living. Durham is a small college town and has many cute shops. The towns of Lee and Madbury have lower taxes and larger lots(most no less than 2 acres). The Oyster river school distrist is also one of the heighest ranked for academics in the state. I have friends that live in Madbury who absolutely love it. They primarily moved there so that their children could go to public school. Durham is also close to the cities of portsmouth and Manchester so you are not in the middle of nowhere. Check out my education link for the town of Durham.

Mon May 5 2008, 09:54

If by family friendly, you mean good school systems, large sized lots and active community my vote goes to Hollis/Brookline. Of course I am biased as I live in Brookline.

Fri May 2 2008, 08:45

Well since I live in Bedford, NH I suppose I am a little biased, but then I moved to Bedford because I felt it was a great town to raise my kids. We have an excellent school system and a very active sport community, plus it's close to Manchester with access to some culture. Londonderry is another very popular town in this area, again because of the great school system.

Tue Apr 29 2008, 18:29

Deering NH is a picturesque slice of New Hampshire. There is a charming town hall and a lot of involved community members that are constantly running events to enrich childrens lives. Not to mention a pristine lake and a lovely golf course and 2 ski mountains miles down the road.....

Tue Apr 29 2008, 10:28

Hi Laura,
This question--the best place to live in NH--is going to get you lots of different answers.
I'm sure you'll agree that every family sees appeal and value in different things. Some people want proximity to shopping, some to excellent schools, some to Dr's and hospitals, some to ski areas, some to airports, some to low taxes, some want horses--you get my drift.
Nashua keeps winning the most livable location in the Country, but it's not where I live. It wins because there are affordable homes, access to colleges, medical services, and so on. But it's still a city.
I'll bet you have some topics that might be called your "hot buttons". If you would share them with me, I will give you my opinions. Lots of people who move to the Seacoast of NH want access to Boston (for work or culture) they want good schools, they want affordable homes, they want shopping and maybe lake, bay or ocean access.

Those are usual requests. Anther request I have had lately is 1-2 acres abutting town or conservation lands, so there is a feeling of large space without the taxes usually associated with a larger parcel.
Again, if you want to share your needs and wishes, I'll give you some areas that should be appealing.

Regards, DAne Hahn 603-566-5460

Sun Jan 20 2008, 16:28