Join in the magic this Saturday, December 6th at Sunapee Harbor from 1-4pm. There will be hayrides and tours of the harbor throughout the afternoon. Children can visit Pete's Shed to decorate a gingerbread cookie ($5), get their face painted, and participate in holiday craft baking. Auction items are appreciated for a silent auction from 1-3:30pm. Drop off items at the Sunapee Town Hall in care of Scott Blewitt, Recreation Director. At 2pm the Looney Lunge takes place where participants dive into the frigid waters of Lake Sunapee! Talk about Looney! Santa arrives at the Historical Society Museum at 2:30pm to lead the parade and light the bonfire at the gazebo. If you bring in an unwrapped toy for Toys for Joy and/or a food pantry donation, you will have your name entered in a drawing to win a prize. Come one, come all and experience the magic of the holidays!
The NH Department of Environmental Services has put out their publication "GREENWorks Ideas for a Cleaner Environment" with energy saving ideas for the upcoming holiday season. This holiday season, why not give a gift that keeps on giving in the form of energy savings? Check out our list of energy-efficient gift picks for just about everyone on your shopping list! For the home decorator: One idea is to give flameless LED candles. Some of these candles come with a melted wax look on the outside and a flickering light on the inside, so you don’t have to worry about actual dripping wax or open flames. These candles also can come with timer-controlled settings. While you’re in the holiday spirit, use LED lights for decorating the house or tree. ENERGY STAR certified LED light strands use 50% less energy than conventional incandescent lights strands. Not only do LED holiday lights consume less electricity, they are also cooler, safer and longer-lasting. For the music lover: Some of the most popular new products are sound bars, wireless speakers and other gadgets with Bluetooth connectivity. Find one with the ENERGY STAR and your gift will not only be a hit, but will also be more than 60% energy efficient compared to other models. For the home improvement DIY-er: Cordless screwdrivers, drills, and saws – as well as cordless yard care tools such as lawn mowers, string trimmers, and shears – all use about 30% less energy with ENERGY STAR certified battery chargers. For the well-groomed person in your life: Personal care products like electric shavers, hair clippers, and beard trimmers that use ENERGY STAR-certified battery chargers can save up to 70% compared to those with conventional charging systems. For the movie lover: If your loved ones enjoy streaming movies or videos, did you know that tablets and laptops use the least amount of energy? Tablets that are ENERGY STAR certified use 10 times less power to stream than a game console. They use 7 times less power than streaming directly to your television and 6 times less than streaming to a desktop computer and monitor. If you are streaming to your large screen television you can still do so more efficiently. The newest ENERGY STAR certified TVs offer the latest technologies and popular features, including Smart TV functionality, Ultra High Definition and LED backlighting all at an energy savings of more than 25% over standard models. Energy Star is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) voluntary program that helps businesses and individuals save money, reduce energy use and carbon dioxide emissions through energy efficiency. When out doing your shopping, be sure to look for the ENERGY STAR label. Source: GREENWORKS enewsletter, NH Department of Environmental Services, Concord, NH
On a very private hilltop overlooking Little Lake Sunapee with views to Mt. Sunapee, this home holds the memories of over 80 years of the good times of families and friends. And, there are a lot of good years of fun left in it! Very comfortable and gracious rooms offer lots of special spaces for numbers of activities. The many windows open to private wooded views or to the sparkling lake with Mt. Sunapee in the background. Enjoy tennis on your own Hartru court. Take a short walk down the hill to your owned waterfront on Little Lake Sunapee or walk or bike to the Bucklin Town Beach. Enjoy the Twin Lake Villa golf course steps away. 3+ bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths. Call for your private showing today! Offered at $825,000. For more photos and details, visit www.NHLakeOverlook.com.
Marilyn Kidder, Listing Broker, 603-526-4116
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Check out this new listing in Newbury, NH. Immaculate, bright and spacious, this home is move-in ready! It sits on 2.1 acres in a quiet neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, close to Mount Sunapee, Lake Sunapee and Lake Todd. All one floor living is possible as the master bedroom is on the main floor as well as the living spaces and laundry room. The master has a huge walk-in closet. Sip your coffee on the screened porch or in the breakfast area. Grill burgers on the deck and enjoy your surroundings. For more photos and information, visit http://tour.circlepix.com/home/5MLVK4. Offered at $328,000.
Chris McKee, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116
A quiet country road is where you'll find this 3+ bedroom, open concept home. It has a first floor bedroom and two additional bedrooms upstairs. The basement is mostly finished (could use some flooring) but has an office, an additional bedroom, den and laundry with lots of storage space. There are a couple of sheds on the property too. Offered at $185,000. For more information, visit http://tour.circlepix.com/home/LRGSL9
Jane Snow, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116
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With 23.92 acres you'll have plenty of privacy while enjoying mountain views. Mt. Sunapee Resort is just a few miles up the road for winter and summer fun. Snowmobile trails are down the hill. Have a farm with horses, build a hunting camp, or build your dream home! There is a two bedroom cape already there which has had many recent updates. Subdivision possibilities with plans for a 51 unit townhouse development (would need to go through permitting process). Think of the endless possibilities! Offered at $300,000.
Jane Snow, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116
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Spring Ledge is still open and harvesting their root vegetables - great for soups. Their hours for November are: Friday Nov. 7th 12-5:30; Saturday Nov. 8th 10-1; Friday Nov. 14th 12-5:30; Saturday Nov. 15th 10-1; and starting Monday, Nov. 17th, they will be back to full time, seven-days-a-week of farm fresh goods and natural holiday decorations through Christmas! Stop by in the morning for their homemade cider donuts (beyond yummy!). This year, Spring Ledge is also offering free range turkeys from Misty Knoll in Vermont. Place your order and you can pick up your turkey on the 24th or 25th of November. Price is $5/pound. Spring Ledge Farm is located at 37 Main Street, New London, NH.
The Sunapee Food Pantry has needs for the following items: chili, bread/muffin mixes, laundry detergent, canned carrots or beets, canned chicken, hot and cold cereals, fruit snacks, fruit juice, dog food, dish detergent, household cleaners, size six diapers, and grocery gift cards in any denomination for perishable grocery items. Items can be dropped off at the Sunapee Town Office. Thank you for your continued support and donations.
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Completely renovated, low maintenance, turn key home in Chalk Pond community. 3 BRs, 1.5 baths with second floor family room. Half of the basement has just been finished for additional living space. Large wrap-around deck. Chalk Pond Association amenities include tennis courts, playground, kayak access areas and sandy beach, proximity to Audubon wildlife sanctuary and John Hay estate for miles of hiking trails. Tranquil Chalk Pond is great for kayaking. Offered at $215,000.
Christina McKee, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116
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Getting a home under contract can sometimes be challenging enough. However, it’s still not time to break out the champagne once it happens. According to a survey of over 4000 REALTORS® by the National Association of REALTORS® in September 2014, about 15% of pending sales didn’t close as the buyers couldn’t obtain financing, about 3% did not close due to appraisal issues, and another 3-4% didn’t close due to home inspection issues. So what can you do? Be mentally prepared that most likely there will be hurdles to overcome and the closing date may not be concrete. Have a home inspection prior to putting your house on the market and make needed repairs so you can avoid post-contract negotiations or worse, giving the buyers reason to walk from the contract. Be aware that tighter lending regulations can slow the process - anything from the house not appraising to last minute negotiations that create delays due to new lending rules. It’s a complex process and that’s why you need a knowledgeable REALTOR® to help navigate your way to a successful closing. Contact me and put my 20 years of experience to work for you! 603-526-4116, www.donnaforest.com, donna@donnaforest.com
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