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Living a rural lifestyle in the New Hampshire hills
Formerly known as a lumber mill and sheep farming area, Wilmot is now a quiet rural neighborhood covered by acres of deciduous forest. Dotted with several ponds and close to the Ragged Mountain Ski Resort and the Mount Kearsarge Summit, the town is popular among outdoorsy residents. The neighborly atmosphere here is strong, with bandstand summer concerts, a farmers market, volunteer firefighters and a garden club that keeps the community calendar turning all year long. “Wilmot has a wonderful community, very close-knit,” says Kristin Angeli, a North Sutton native and Realtor with Angeli & Associates Real Estate who has been selling homes in Merrimack County for about 10 years. “They have a farmers market every Saturday in the summer, and the kids in Wilmot go to New London schools which is very desirable.” Though there isn’t much in the way of shops or restaurants, New London is only about 5 miles away. There is one preschool in town, and most students travel about 10 miles to study at highly-rated Kearsarge Regional Schools.
The town of Wilmot sits amongst forested lands and mountains in the Lake Sunapee region.
An aerial view of the small town of Wilmot, located in the Lake Sunapee region.
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Wilmot community organizations and events
Wilmot’s seasonal farmers market is available from mid-June to the end of September at the Town Green. With locally grown food, crafts and other items, folks can support their neighbors while spending a day outside together. Throughout the year, the town’s garden club maintains local roads and buildings and organizes garden tours. They also host a plant sale on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend to help neighbors support edible landscapes and permaculture at home. Wilmot’s Ladies’ Aid Society raises funds for local causes like the Wilmot Food Pantry, a senior lunch program and the volunteer fire department.
During the summer months you can find a farmers market in the town of Wilmot.
Many ponds and places to play in Wilmot
Wilmot is also known for its many large ponds, including Piper, Eagle and Butterfield Ponds. “They are dammed so they’re not very deep and no motorized boats are allowed, but they’re great for kayaking,” Angeli says. “There’s also a little beach at Tannery Pond.” Timmy Patten Beach at Tannery Pond is maintained by the Wilmot Association. That means it is open to all local Wilmot residents with a valid Transfer Station Sticker. The beach has a small playground, a dock and a few picnic tables. Though boating and ice fishing are done on larger lakes in other towns, “You’re still only minutes from places like Kezar Lake within a 20-to-30-minute drive,” Angeli says. Just down the road is Town Green, Wilmot’s gathering space next to the Town Office, which is a large green lawn and picnic spot. Town Green hosts the weekend farmers market and a summer concert series in July and August at the gazebo bandstand. The Wilmot Community Association on Village Road can be used for community or family events. South of town is Winslow State Park, which has a playground and a hiking trail that leads to the Mount Kearsarge Summit. Along the way, discerning eyes might spot a vibrant red eft, which is a term for the juvenile eastern newt.
Timmy Patten Park in Wilmot has a playground and beach with swimming area.
Near Wilmot you can find plenty of ponds and lakes to cool off in on a hot summer day.
Near Wilmot, you can enjoy skiing during the winter months at Ragged Mountain.
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Historic homes tucked into the New Hampshire hillsides
Homes in Wilmot will often have generous acreage in a rural atmosphere. There are raised ranch homes with little decks and cottage-style bungalows with wide front porches. Other options include Cape Cods tucked into the trees and completely renovated New England farmhouses dating back to the 1800s. In fact, many homes were built in the early-to-mid 1800s, though there are several constructions from the mid-1900s. Whether within walking distance of one of Wilmot’s many ponds or hidden away on forest-shaded backroads, single-family homes may cost between $300,000 and $650,000. Brand-new homes from the early 2000s to the 2010s with large floor plans and two-car garages may cost upwards of $800,000.
Colonial homes in Wilmot reflect New England charm with symmetrical designs.
In Wilmot, Colonial styled homes offer a blend of historic charm with modern updates.
In Wilmot, Colonial homes stand out with their balanced architecture and traditional details.
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Navigating nearby neighborhoods and commutes to Concord
Wilmot’s closest neighbor is New London, about 5 miles away via Wilmot Center Road. “Area-wise, it’s kind of a large town. You can live closer to the businesses in New London with a town center atmosphere, or you can live on the far other side near Danbury. It’s about 25 miles away from most amenities, but you’re closer to Ragged Mountain if you like skiing.” Larger towns like Franklin and Tilton are about 18 miles east of Wilmot and can be reached via Route 11. For those who commute to Concord, the city is about 30 miles away down US Route 4 West. Drivers can reach Concord in about 45 minutes during times of low traffic. In the wintertime, folks can head about 8 miles north to the Ragged Mountain Ski Resort via Wiggin Road or New Canada Road.
In nearby New London, you can find plenty of shopping and dining options.
Shops and restaurants in nearby New London
The Refinery Restaurant and Market is on Mill Road, close to Wilmot's Town Office. The Refinery is famous for its barbecue and brisket, as well as its call-ahead meals and takeaway desserts. For more options, folks can head south to New London to access its many locally owned spots and chain stores. Alongside Dunkin’ and Subway are local favorites like the Blue Loon Bakery or Little Brother Burger Company. Grounds is both a coffee shop and pastry counter, and Tucker’s serves the most popular brunch in town. New London is also home to the area’s closest hospital, and for grocery shopping and other errands, there is a Hannaford and an Ace Hardware on Newport Road.
The Little Brother Burger Company in the nearby town of New London offers burgers and beers.
Two friends catch up over some coffee at Grounds in New London.
Stop by Artisans in New London for a wide selection of gift options.
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Highly rated Kearsarge Regional Schools
Students in Wilmot may have to travel about 5 miles southwest into New London to attend school within the Kearsarge Regional School District, which is graded an overall B-plus on Niche. Kearsarge Elementary School is graded an A-minus and is rated the No. 2 best public elementary school in Merrimack County. Kearsarge Regional Middle School and Kearsarge Regional High School are both graded a B-plus and are located south in North Sutton near Interstate 89, which is about a 10-mile drive via Route 114.
Kearsarge Elementary School in New London serves grades K-5.
Kearsarge Regional High School in Warner serves grades 9-12.
Kearsarge Regional Middle School in Warner serves grades 6-8.
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Water, snow and overflowing estuaries
With its proximity to the hills and Mount Kearsarge, Wilmot is known to be in one of the cooler parts of New Hampshire. Residents living here may experience more snow and rain than usual, as well as very cold temperatures at night in winter. Also, because of its many ponds and waterways, low-lying land is known to overfill or flood during times of heavy rainfall.
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