Welcome to Winter!
Janice Randall Rohlf
Editor
I’ve always loved winter in New England. Regrettably, snowfalls over the years have diminished in size, but I cling to memories of watching the first fat flakes of the season tumble out of the sky and racing with my friends to our local ski area. It was the best feeling to come home after a day on the slopes and smell the burning logs in the fireplace before I even stepped into the house.
That nostalgia for winters past returned when I read writer Debbie Kane’s story on a family ski house at South Peak Resort (page 50). Built by Cargill Construction, the four-level, post-and-beam home has Douglas fir beams and wide, hickory-plank flooring throughout. I imagine the epitome of contentment would be to sink into a comfy chair near the stone hearth, one’s only decision whether to gaze into the roaring fire or out at the mountainside.
Very different in size and style, but also offering a lovely mountain ambience, is a 1,200-square-foot Acorn Deck House on 40 acres in North Sandwich (page 62). “The style goes back to the 1940s,” says the architect, explaining that the name comes from the red cedar decking used on the ceilings. The homeowners were drawn to the cozy warmth of the midcentury modern silhouette, and the location couldn’t be better suited to their love of nature and outdoor activities.
As fond as I am of winter, it doesn’t last forever. (Do I hear a chorus of amens?) In an attempt to appease those readers already looking toward spring, this issue swings over to Sunapee. I would be hard-pressed to find a more serene setting for the warmer months than the Adirondack-style lake house featured on page 70. A large part of its appeal is that the extensive renovation of both house and grounds was sensitive to its history and avoided imposing out-of-character modifications to its authentic essence.
This being our holiday issue, be sure to check out “Fabulous Finds” for gift ideas, and for festive dinner recipes, our “Taste” contributor Mary Ann Esposito shares two winners from Bedford Village Inn owner Jack Carnavale that celebrate his family’s Italian heritage.
Lastly, I’d like to correct an error on page 50 in our July/August issue. The handsome sculptures on display at Portsmouth’s AC Hotel were misattributed. They are the work of artist Danielle Gerber, dmg-designs.com.
From all of us at New Hampshire Home, have a wonderful holiday season!
