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Northwood has lakeside living and highly rated schools
Northwood is a rural community about 13 miles from Rochester known for its pastoral setting, outdoor activities and highly rated schools. Most commercial activity takes place along U.S. Route 4, which cuts through the area. “The biggest reason people move there is that Northwood has a lot of lakes,” says Heather Heigis, a broker and owner of Heigis Real Estate LLC. Heigis, who has worked in the industry for seven years, says another big draw is the education. “We also have a fantastic school system.”
Northwood is a quiet lakeside town with rural charm and outdoor access.
Northwood, founded in 1773, is home to 4,664 year-round residents.
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Fishing and boating at Northwood lakes
Major lakes in the area include Northwood, Harvey and part of Bow. Most allow fishing and boating and have public launches. Fishing derbies are held year-round. Bow and Northwood lakes have private beaches open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Northwood Meadows State Park comprises over 674 acres of woods and wetlands with hiking trails. For more hiking, swimming and boating opportunities, residents head to the North Hampton State Beach, 35 miles away.
A peaceful path runs through Northwood Meadows State Park.
A smooth, 40-minute drive separates Lee from the salty air and crashing waves of the beautiful Wallis Sands Beach.
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Homes along U.S. Route 4 or Northwood Lake
Homes surround lakes and border U.S. Route 4. “We have a lot of people who have second homes on the lakes,” Heigis says. Most are built back from the road on large lots with a canopy of maple and fir trees. Colonial Revival, cabin and ranch styles are common. Single-family homes range from $290,000 to $650,000, while those on Northwood Lake range from $700,000 to $1.1 million. There are two 55-plus and 62-plus communities with homes ranging from $355,000 to $672,000.
Northwood lakeside homes feature private docks and scenic water views.
Colonial-style homes are a common architectural sight in Northwood.
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Highly rated schools near Northwood
The School Administrative Unit #44 serves the Northwood area. Children may attend Northwood Elementary School for kindergarten through eighth grade, which receives a B from Niche. Students then continue to A-minus rated Coe-Brown Northwood Academy, a public high school that the district pays for Northwood students to attend. The academy offers an internship program to seniors that allows them to gain workplace experience while earning an extra credit per semester.
Northwood Elementary School serves grades K-5.
Coe-Brown Northwood Academy is a secondary school in Northwood, New Hampshire.
Coe-Brown Northwood Academy serves students from Strafford, Nottingham and Northwood.
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Shopping and dining along U.S. Route 4
U.S. Route 4 is home to a collection of malls and shopping centers. The Northwoods Brewing Company serves pizza and pub fare. Ma’s Café & Tavern is another local favorite and offers American comfort food with occasional live music. For groceries, shoppers head to Hannaford. “This corridor along Route 4 used to be referred to as antique alley because there are many antique shops,” Heigis says. Some antique shops along the route include Northwood Antique & Collectible Center, R.S. Butler’s Trading Company and Parker-French Antiques.
Hannaford Supermarket is a New England chain offering fresh, organic foods.
Northwood Antique & Collectible Center is a large multi-dealer antique mall.
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Commuters use U.S. Routes 202 and 4
U.S. Routes 202 and 4 pass through Northwood, leading east to Dover, 16 miles away and Rochester, 13 miles away. Concord is 26 miles away along the same route. Residents can also reach Lawrence, Massachusetts, 48 miles south, in just over an hour using Interstates 95 and 93.
The Dover Emergency Room is 15 miles east, and the Wentworth-Douglas Hospital is 17 miles away using U.S. Route 4. Both medical centers are in Dover. The Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is 29 miles away. Most houses of worship in Northwood are on or near U.S. Route 4, such as St. Joseph’s Church, Northwood Congregational Church and Northwood Advent Christian Church.
Programs at the Chelsey Memorial Library
The Chesley Memorial Library hosts events throughout the year and has programs for all ages, such as a biweekly adult writers’ group and a Monday senior café for a hot drink and a treat. The library offers a summer reading challenge and storytimes for children.
Chesley Memorial Library connects the community to resources and programs.
Senior Cafe at Chesley Memorial Library provides a social space for older adults.
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