Badger Peabody & Smith Blog
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Big Project Brilliance
To date, the largest project I have tackled was general contracting the construction of my house in Lincoln a few years ago. I had a very supportive boss at the time who joined in on the fun and shared a boatload of advice and tips along the way. The biggest surprise during that time was the number of decisions that had to be made at literally every turn.
For those of you about to embark (or even just considering embarking) on a large renovation project, I'd like to share a few tips and tricks I learned along the way. They may allow you to sidestep some of the mistakes I made and could help you plan a little better for the whole project. Let's get started.
As I mentioned above, the constant requirement for decision-making was not expected. I somehow assumed that once we settle...
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The Best Cafes for Hot Chocolate in the White Mountains
Cold weather in the White Mountains of New Hampshire makes us think of cozy living rooms, warm sweaters, and of course, hot chocolate. It's the perfect accompaniment to an afternoon of skiing, antiquing, or viewing White Mountain homes for sale.
While these White Mountain cafes primarily focus on the art of coffee making—and each one does, to the delight of their customers—their menus include premium hot chocolate drinks that will take the chill off a winter's day.
Cafe Monte Alto, Plymouth
Local artwork on the walls and a warm atmosphere create the perfect backdrop to a steaming cut pf hot chocolate at Cafe Monte Arlo, located at...3
Vacation Home Elation
When I got laid off back in 2000 I actually remember not being that upset. I wasn't all that thrilled with the job anyway and didn't have the gumption to jump ship on my own. Little did I realize that my path would lead me to living in a resort town, working on ski patrol and living the life I'd only dreamed about in high school. All those hours spent watching Glen Plake and Scot Schmidt jumping off cliffs, not to mention the classic, Ski Patrol movie were now my (significantly more mellow) daily life.
Living in a resort town like Lincoln or North Conway is a dream of lots of people, especially those who enjoy all that those areas have to offer. Most people simply visit the White Mountains for a weekend or a week and then cruise back down 93 to their "normal" life. The fortunate ones actua...
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Your Ultimate White Mountains Ski Season Checklist
Yes, we know, it isn't even Halloween yet, but it's not too early to start thinking about ski season in the White Mountains! And it's certainly the right time to reserve a White Mountains vacation rental.
Will you be hitting the slopes in New Hampshire this winter? We've put together some essential tips to help you get ready.
Reserve Your Vacation Rental
Vacation rentals in the White Mountains fill up quickly as avid skiers book their winter trips. Booking a rental sooner rather than later helps ensure that skiers are able to reserve a place that suits their needs in terms of location and amenities. Browse our White Mountain vacation rentals and contact us with any...20
Love Your Lawn
Since we live in a climate where fall is crisp and cool, now is the time to attack your lawn for the best results next spring. Before I go on, I do have to mention my own personal feelings towards the lawn in general. Overall, I think having a lush green carpet surrounding your home is great for curb appeal. It also gives the kids and pets a wonderful place to play. But outside of that, it carries a significant cost (both in time and money) and is really not great for our coughing and sputtering environment. I encourage you to re-consider your lawn, replace it with some hardscaping and other low maintenance options and take your kids and dog to the park. OK, off my soapbox and back to making your remaining lawn awesome.
When I worked at the Owl's Nest golf course over in Thornton, they would...