Badger Peabody & Smith Blog
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Step into Hospitality: B&B Ownership in New Hampshire's Scenic White Mountains
Imagine waking up to crisp winter mornings in New Hampshire's White Mountains, the region's snow-covered peaks glistening under the sun. Guests gather around the breakfast table, excitedly discussing their plans to ski, snowshoe or explore the White Mountains. As the proud owner of a bed and breakfast or hospitality property, you're at the heart of their unforgettable winter getaway.
This lifestyle isn't just a dream—it's a reality waiting for you. With four exceptional hospitality properties for sale, this is your chance to turn your vision into a thriving business in one of New Hampshire's most sought-after destinations.
Why the White Mountains Are Perfect for Hospitality Ownership
The White Mountains are a top northeast destination for winter sports enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking...
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Glide Into Winter at NH's Ice Rinks
As winter blankets the White Mountains of New Hampshire, it's time to embrace the crisp air and snow-covered landscapes. Ice skating offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the season, and our experienced real estate agents are here to guide you to the best local rinks while helping you find your ideal home in this picturesque region.
Experience the Best Ice Skating Spots
Our area boasts a variety of ice skating venues suitable for all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, these rinks provide the perfect backdrop for winter fun.
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Writing, New Hampshire, and Robert Frost
I can remember—almost to the moment—the day I discovered my love for writing. I was in the third grade, and at the completion of a week of state testing, our teacher let us pick a prize from a table of knick-knacks. I turned in my test and walked up to the table and surveyed the loot: pencils, erasers, stickers, finger puppets, bouncy balls–so many fun little things to choose from. I was eyeing a particularly sparkly sticker sheet when my teacher said, "Hang on a moment. I think I have something you'll like much more." He walked over to his desk and returned with a red composition notebook. He was right. I liked that prize much more, and I filled that notebook from cover-to-cover.
Since then (and probably before then, too) I've had an unending love and appreciation for both reading and writing, and can...
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Moving During the Holidays: Your Guide to a Smooth Winter Transition
Our real estate agents at Badger Peabody & Smith Realty understand that moving during the holiday season presents unique challenges and opportunities. Whether you're relocating across town or joining us from another state, our team is here to help you make your winter move a success while preserving the magic of the season.
- Managing Holiday Traditions
Moving doesn't mean sacrificing your holiday celebrations. Pack a separate box with essential holiday items—perhaps your favorite ornaments or decor—and keep it easily accessible. This allows you to maintain cherished traditions even during the transition to your new home.
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Volunteering for the Squam Lakes Conservation Society
In June of 2024, I was invited to a Squam Lake Conservation Society (SLCS) meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to share with the audience, who are interested members of the Squam Watershed area, a chance to learn more about the SLCS and to become a volunteer. I really didn't know that much about land conservation, and I found the information very interesting.
Having hiked the Squam Ridge and many of the trails that are in the SLCS conservation territory I was familiar with area. As a volunteer I thought it would be a great way to give back to an area that has provided me with such pleasure and exercise. The views are always breath taking and so pristine, I had to be able to say thank you somehow.
When a parcel of land is placed into conservation there are so many steps that need to be taken that it would be impossible for me to explain them all accurately but by going to the SLCS website there is an abundance of further information available. If anyone is interested in placing their family homestead into conservation the website would be very beneficial.
When I left the meeting I was jazzed up about helping out and went to a volunteer meeting to become a member of large group of Stewards that inspect all of the parameters of the conserved land. "Stewardship is used to describe the work of insuring that no conservations values are degraded."
By doing my part I ventured out onto my assignment. With my trusty Avenza Map App. I start to find my first boundary marker where I will begin my annual documentation. I follow the downloaded lot lines (this is total bushwacking, there are no trails to follow or yellow signs pointing in the correct direction). My process is GPS guided and I follow my lot lines by using the app. I felt a little blessed when I realized my lot lines were all stone walls. What a great lot to have as a beginner Steward for the SLCS! When I got to my third boundary marker and looked in front of me to find a large bog. Because of the dry fall I had only one wet spot to cross. My trusty partner, Eddie the Chocolate Labrador guided me across and we made it to the next marker on the side of Rt 113 in Sandwich. Getting to the last marker was very wet and we had to circumvent the wet ground to reach the marker.
The walk in the woods was so gratifying and meant so much to me that I couldn't wait to report back and hand in my final report with photos and the downloaded map to report back that the property had been inspected. When I got to the car, Eddie and I forgot to do the most important step. Download and send. Once we got into the car I noticed a tick on me..... I hate ticks, and in my haste to remove it I inadvertently put my phone down and while doing that I erased all of my documentation. While driving home I was so incensed by my mess up that I did not continue to check us for ticks. After finding 3 while driving I stripped my clothes off and jumped into the shower. The final count was 9 ticks on me and 3 on Eddie. My next assignment will be after the first heavy freeze so that the ticks will be less! And in the end, the report was completed by hand.
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| Eddie the assistant! | Loving the Range! | Example of boundary marker. |
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About the Author: Sue Sampson is an agent in our Holderness, NH office of Badger Peabody & Smith Realty. For over forty years, Sue has been a resident of the Lakes and Mountains Regions of New Hampshire after growing up in Keene. She received her real estate license after turning a lifelong love of real estate into a full-time job following my retirement from teaching in 2008. To learn more about Sue, click here.