Florida to NH ????

[winnitru]

I am in Florida right now and very envious of those enjoying NH in the winter. I am in awe of NH and embrace the lifestyle and the people with great enthusiasm. We truly had intended to spend more time at the lake when our youngest went to college this year, but our cove was so desolate, and the darkness by 5 pm was so dreary that we needed to get to some populated geography.
We will continue to stay until October, but until June we will visit for a week or two at a time. YMMV, good luck making your decision.

[barefootbay]

It's the human condition . If you guys were here you would be envious of the sun,pool and 86 degrees. Been there !

[Argie's Wife]

Originally Posted by winnitru

I am in Florida right now and very envious of those enjoying NH in the winter. I am in awe of NH and embrace the lifestyle and the people with great enthusiasm. We truly had intended to spend more time at the lake when our youngest went to college this year, but our cove was so desolate, and the darkness by 5 pm was so dreary that we needed to get to some populated geography.
We will continue to stay until October, but until June we will visit for a week or two at a time. YMMV, good luck making your decision.

My enthusiasm for the winter ran out with the last snow storm.

I'll get excited again after a nice long, hot summer and a crisp fall. The first snow fall always makes me feel like a kid. But until then (and for now)... I look at the dirty snow, my heating oil bill, and just say "meh."

[dpg]

Heading to Florida in a few weeks but just to catch a cruise. Now NOTHING compares to Grand Caymens, Bahamas, etc. I do love NH but not the winters.

[Greene's Basin Girl]

I am in Florida for three weeks and I couldn't be happier. We left right after we received 14 inches of snow. As I age I prefer warm in the winter and NH warm in the summer.

[Jeanzb1]

Well, Florida for six months gets old real fast. Especially when you live in a high-rise condo filled with lots of drama day in and day out. Hopefully, we are leaving Florida next Thursday and will arrive at the lake the following day. I think Florida is great for vacations (when the weather is warm and sunny) but it most definitely lacks the four seasons and the charm of New England. Cannot wait to get back to the lake. Anyone know when Sawyer's is opening?!?!?!?

[Slickcraft]

Originally Posted by Jeanzb1

Well, Florida for six months gets old real fast. Especially when you live in a high-rise condo filled with lots of drama day in and day out. Hopefully, we are leaving Florida next Thursday and will arrive at the lake the following day. I think Florida is great for vacations (when the weather is warm and sunny) but it most definitely lacks the four seasons and the charm of New England. Cannot wait to get back to the lake. Anyone know when Sawyer's is opening?!?!?!?

April 12th, that will be just Fri - Sunday until Memorial Day.
http://www.sawyersnh.com/

[AB_Monterey]

Originally Posted by Jeanzb1

Well, Florida for six months gets old real fast. Especially when you live in a high-rise condo filled with lots of drama day in and day out. Hopefully, we are leaving Florida next Thursday and will arrive at the lake the following day. I think Florida is great for vacations (when the weather is warm and sunny) but it most definitely lacks the four seasons and the charm of New England. Cannot wait to get back to the lake. Anyone know when Sawyer's is opening?!?!?!?

I can't stand it for more than a couple months. We just got back on Sunday morning. We left on Jan 16 for Red Sox Fantasy camp and then spent the rest of Feb and Mar in the FT Myers area (with a brief stop in Miami for the half marathon).

By the time we got to the last few days, I was DONE. I'll take NH anyday.

BTW, Kissammee to Chester, 20.5 hrs. Left at 9:30am and was sitting in the local diner having my breakfast at 6:05 Sunday AM. I drive way too fast to worry about cholesterol.

[Happy Gourmand]

Originally Posted by AB_Monterey

I can't stand it for more than a couple months. We just got back on Sunday morning. We left on Jan 16 for Red Sox Fantasy camp and then spent the rest of Feb and Mar in the FT Myers area (with a brief stop in Miami for the half marathon).

By the time we got to the last few days, I was DONE. I'll take NH anyday.

BTW, Kissammee to Chester, 20.5 hrs. Left at 9:30am and was sitting in the local diner having my breakfast at 6:05 Sunday AM. I drive way too fast to worry about cholesterol.

That's quick...did Sarasota to Nashua in 23 hours a few years back, with wife and 3 teens. Fuel and pee stops only!! LOL

[Diver Vince]

Well Florida in the winter never really did anything for me. Being a diver, I have one of the greatest dive sites in my own back yard here on Bonaire. Will be returning to NH shortly and am ready for spring and especially summer on Winnipesaukee.

[Lucky2Bhere]

We moved to the lake full time about ten years ago. It was our dream and we loved every minute of it for about 3-4 years. As the years went on and I had more and more free time the winters became long, dark, and isolating. Besides about 20 ski days we were stuck inside. Walking on icy dirt roads past closed seasonal homes was different than walking past summer residents having a great time. We now spend the winter in Florida biking, bird watching, golf, tennis, and dining by the water. It's the perfect combination and we have wonderful communities of friends in both locations. Winter at the lake can be wonderful, but it depends on your wants and needs. Good luck! (We live in a zero lot line single family home, could not do a high rise)

[tis]

When people buy these houses down a long dirt road, they don't think about what it would be like in the winter, Lucky. They don't realize that if they ever decide to use it year round, how isolated they will be and how stuck (in more ways than one) they will be until they get plowed out-and then how tricky it can be to drive on that road. They don't think how lonely it can be without neighbors. A lot of buyers think they want to be remote and then find out it's not quite so nice after all-at least in the winter.

[Slickcraft]

Originally Posted by Lucky2Bhere

We moved to the lake full time about ten years ago. It was our dream and we loved every minute of it for about 3-4 years. As the years went on and I had more and more free time the winters became long, dark, and isolating. Besides about 20 ski days we were stuck inside. Walking on icy dirt roads past closed seasonal homes was different than walking past summer residents having a great time. We now spend the winter in Florida biking, bird watching, golf, tennis, and dining by the water. It's the perfect combination and we have wonderful communities of friends in both locations. Winter at the lake can be wonderful, but it depends on your wants and needs. Good luck! (We live in a zero lot line single family home, could not do a high rise)

I had to look up the term "zero lot line" as I never had heard of the concept. Interesting concept but sounds like living in a condo complex to me. A while ago a house was built about 500' away from us and we can see it when the leaves are off the trees. Plenty close enough for us.

While we wait for ice out, we find a lot to do in winter. In addition to skiing we winter hike and snowshoe, shoot at an indoor range, get firewood in and right now we are boiling maple sap into syrup. It is still finishing light amber and is not bad at all on my blueberry pancakes. We can always make a brief get away trip if needed. Others ice fish and snowmobile. You can always dress warm enough to be comfortable especially if you are active.

[ApS]

Originally Posted by dpg

Heading to Florida in a few weeks but just to catch a cruise. Now NOTHING compares to Grand Caymans, Bahamas, etc. I do love NH but not the winters.

Where I winter in Florida seems somewhat uncivilized; however, a Wolfeboro friend has long been retired on a Bahamian Island: it's over 100 miles east-to-west.

• The islanders repair the roadways by themselves.

• Beaches are maintained by the islanders.

• For the island chain, voting-results take one month to discover the outcomes.

• There is no penalty for drunk driving.

• They all have Medjet-type insurance to fly to Florida when medical help is needed.

• The Bahamas Government has promised much more in medical care—and my friend's island did get their first piece of equipment—an X-ray machine.

[Jeanzb1]

The big decision has been made! We have bought a year-round house up here in Gilford and have our Florida condo on the market. While I do have some real sadness in leaving Florida -- especially our volunteer involvement with Save The Chimps sanctuary and my "little sister" through Big Sisters -- we are confident that we have made the right choice! After my husband has his knees replaced this winter in Concord, in subsequent winters we plan to return to Florida for a month or two as renters. In the meantime, we have four seasons to look forward to! You cannot beat the beauty and charm of New England!

[Slickcraft]

Originally Posted by Jeanzb1

The big decision has been made! We have bought a year-round house up here in Gilford and have our Florida condo on the market. While I do have some real sadness in leaving Florida -- especially our volunteer involvement with Save The Chimps sanctuary and my "little sister" through Big Sisters -- we are confident that we have made the right choice! After my husband has his knees replaced this winter in Concord, in subsequent winters we plan to return to Florida for a month or two as renters. In the meantime, we have four seasons to look forward to! You cannot beat the beauty and charm of New England!

Welcome Jeanzb1 and husband!

[HomeWood]

We (wife and I) can't wait to move back to New England. I moved to NC for a job and a job only. The summers here are nothing but pure misery. Luckily this one has been pretty mild.