Carroll County New Hampshire
Carroll County, New Hampshire, located on the central western edge of the state, is one of ten NH counties. Carroll County is one of the three largest counties in NH by area but has the third lowest population, meaning that in Carroll County, there’s plenty of room for everyone. Sprawling forests full of towering pines, crystal clear lakes and streams, rolling hills and open fields make up the majority of this region of the state.
Carroll County was created in 1840 by removing towns from Strafford County to the south. This action caused Strafford County to become the smallest county in New Hampshire, but it still retains a population of over 112,000 people with the help of two large cities, Dover and Rochester. Carroll County’s largest town is Conway, boasting a population of over 8,000 year-round residents. Carroll County was named in honor of Charles Carroll, the last surviving person to have signed the Declaration of Independence. The county’s seat is, and has always been, Ossipee, NH.
The remaining towns within Carroll County lines are: Albany, Bartlett, Brookfield, Chatham, Conway, Eaton, Effingham, Freedom, Hale's Location, Hart's Location, Jackson, Madison, Moultonborough, Ossipee, Sandwich, Tamworth, Tuftonboro, Wakefield and Wolfeboro. Three of these, Moultonborough, Tuftonboro and Wolfeboro, all border Lake Winnipesaukee and offer much in the way of waterborne recreation as well as a beautiful spot to take a family vacation.
Many towns within Carroll County offer spectacular views of the White Mountains. Wolfeboro’s Castle in the Clouds is a popular destination for tourists wishing to see the amazing scenic vistas of Lake Winnipesaukee as well as the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. Conway and its sister-village, North Conway, garner their fair share of tourists as well, offering skiing, hiking, camping and just plain old sightseeing.
The entire area of Carroll County is filled with opportunities for enjoying the great outdoors. Thick, old forests go on for miles, seemingly without end. Trails lead up steep mountainsides and through awe-inspiring ravines cut deep into the living rock by the retreat of glaciers 50,000 years ago. If you enjoy hiking and/or rock climbing, Carroll County has got you covered. Just don’t underestimate the difficulty and be sure to plan accordingly.
Another claim to fame of Carroll County is Hart’s Location, a tiny town of barely over 75 people. The name “Hart’s Location” may ring a bell – this is because it is the first town to vote in the quadrennial Primary held here in New Hampshire. Always the first to report in with their results, Hart’s Location has the esteemed honor of being the first in the state that is first in the nation. Then the sleepy little town returns to its quiet slumber for the next four years.
There are always homes for sale in Carroll County – but it’s a good idea to have someone in your corner looking out for your best interests. That someone should be a NH buyer agent who works for you and only you – and that specific someone should be Jim Miller Bean Group. Call Jim right now at (603) 801-3987. Jim is a professional buyer agent who knows the state of New Hampshire like few others. Jim wants to help you into the home you’ve always wanted in a community that suits you and your family’s needs. Call him today and find out what he can do to make your dreams come true.
