Northwood vacation rentals

Northwood _ land of lakes

Itching to get away from it all? Ditch the crowds and bask in the remote splendor of a Northwood vacation rental. Far from the madding crowd, Northwood _ population 4,241 _ is known for its colonial history, scenic woodlands, and a bounty of antique shops. It also boasts a wide array of rivers, streams, and lakes, and water activities like boating, fishing, and swimming are popular throughout the warmer months. There are a number of ski resorts in the area, and cold-weather visitors will find plenty of winter sports, too.

Living the sweet life in Northwood

Got a sweet tooth? Then a visit to Sugarmomma's Maple Farm might be right up your alley. During the sugaring season _ which is a) a thing and b) at its peak in March and April _ you can watch the process that turns tree sap into the sweet, golden goodness that is maple syrup, and you can take home as much of the stuff as you can carry. A short drive away, the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center in Concord features a number of interactive science exhibits, historic spacecraft, and a planetarium.

See the forest for the trees in Northwood

During the spring, summer, and fall, Northwood is a nature lover's paradise. You'll find hiking and mountain biking trails in the 674-acre Northwood Meadows State Park, and the area's many lakes offer canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. The area's fall foliage is a popular sight, and visitors come every October to witness the stunning, colorful displays in Northwood's state and regional parks. In the winter, snowmobiling, sledding, and cross-country skiing are major draws, and true cold-weather enthusiasts can even give ice fishing a shot. Antique hunters visit year-round, and you can find a number of shops offering charming, historic wares.

Sun and snow (and storms) in Northwood

Northwood has a humid continental climate, which means you'll get warm summers and cold, snowy winters. July and August are the warmest months, with highs in the low 80s. Odds are you'll also encounter the occasional rainstorm, so pack accordingly. Because its lakes are so popular during the summer months, you'll find that prices for Northwood vacation rentals to be at their highest during this time of year, too. The winters are snowy and cold, with highs in the 30s and lows in the teens from December through February.

Exploring the natural landscape of Northwood

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Northwood is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Bear Brook State Park (12.3 mi / 19.8 km)
• Lake Massabesic (17.9 mi / 28.8 km)
• Merrymeeting Lake (19.9 mi / 32.1 km)
• Lake Winnipesaukee (29.9 mi / 48.2 km)
• Bow Lake (4 mi / 6.5 km)
• Pawtuckaway State Park (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)

Transportation to and around Northwood

Fly into Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT), the closest airport, located 23.4 mi (37.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.), which is 18.5 mi (29.8 km) away.