A bit south and west of the big lake is a smaller community with lots of eccletic shops and fun dining
Check our Artisan's New London
www.artisansnewlondon.com we specialize in fun and funky!
Also check out, MoRae Jewelers, Natalie's, Wire Whisk, Knit New London, Vessels and Jewels, The Lemon Twist, Seredipity, Larks & Nightengales, OMG Boutique, LisAnns, CB Coburn, Maison de Reverie, Gourmet Garden and a couple great local art galleries.
For dining you have The Millstone, Peter Christians Tavern, Four Corners, Nonni's, Screwie Lewiez, Pizza Chef, Rockwells at the New London Inn, Ellies Cafe & Deli, Subway.
Entertainment is weekly Friday night concerts on the town green. Gnu's of Gnu London on exhibit from Memorial Day through Labor Day (gnusofgnulondon.org) and the New London Barn Playhouse with weekly live theatre performances throughout the summer and matinee childrens
performances on Wed. afternoons.(
www.nlbarn.org)
And if you just want to relax there is always The Garden Spa to pamper you.