A whole new perspective on America

With recreational activities to be enjoyed throughout the year, New England
offers something to suit all tastes and ages.

From late spring throughout the summer months there's a whole variety of outdoor pursuits available. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking will certainly keep water sports enthusiasts happy. Hiking, mountain biking and scenic drives through the beautiful mountains and lakes regions, as well as a host of fantastic golf courses on your doorstep complete the varied picture.

A true winter wonderland.
Crisp snow underfoot, fairy lights hanging from seemingly every other cosy home, hot apple cider and homemade pumpkin pie - a New England winter season really is something to be savoured. From the glamorous ski resorts of Stowe, Killington and Burke in Vermont to the skiers' paradises of Sugarloaf, and the more understated Saddleback mountain in Maine, the region caters for every level of skier desires.

New England Concepts - A contemporary take on North American lodge architecture.
New England Concepts (NEC) is an innovative UK development company which has a selection of unique developments located in some of the region's most spectacular areas and all built in harmony with the local environment. The company was born because of the complete lack of clean, modern lodge architecture throughout the area. In partnership with pre-eminent local architects, NEC has created numerous stunning and contemporary lodge designs that are simply not available in other New England developments.

With flights starting at a very affordable £300 from most major UK airports and a flying time of approximately seven hours direct into Boston Logan International Airport, the area is much closer than one would imagine.

Just 31/2 hours drive north of Boston in the western mountains of Maine, a pristine wilderness playground awaits and three of NEC's offerings can be found in this awe-inspiring region.

Saddleback Mountain - 8,000 acres of unspoilt New England wilderness.
Saddleback Mountain plays host to NEC's unique 3- and 4-bed lodges set on plots of up to three acres, and all boasting light filled, open plan interiors with real stone fireplaces, floor to ceiling windows and glorious views over the resident lake and majestic mountain ranges. Every single home is ski in/ski out and a new base lodge and lift is being installed during 2009.

The continuation of the mountain's growth plans which include hotel, swimming pool, spa and tubing parks all provide for a compelling investment underpinning. Set in over 8,000 acres of wilderness and boasting over 250 inches of snowfall per year, this really is a very rare lifestyle and investment opportunity. Prices start at just $500,000.

Rangeley Lakes Lodges - your base camp for adventure!
Down in the charming village of Rangeley lies NEC's Rangeley Lakes Lodges offering. Positioned in an elevated setting, each and every one of these spacious homes offers completely unobstructed, panoramic views over the famous Rangeley Lakes. These three bed duplexes boast vaulted ceilings and large open living areas of almost 800 square feet which are positively saturated with volumes of natural light, as well as special feature three-sided fireplaces and all modern requirements such as surround sound etc. It's not only awesome views you get with these homes however, but also access to the adjacent Wellness centre with therapy pool and million dollar gym facilities. At over 2,000 square feet and prices starting at just $365,000, these homes offer immense value for money!

Sugarloaf - Fall Line. Affordable slopeside ski homes.
For those looking for a more valueorientated offering, but without compromising on design quality, then around the mountain at Sugarloaf you'll find NEC's Fall Line project - an interior re-configuration of new 1-, 2- and 3-bed slopeside town homes, again offering clean, European lines with feature fireplaces, solid surface kitchen tops, a choice of timbered floors and also glorious Sugarloaf views. The resort itself offers very extensive skiing with a long and snow-sure winter season that runs from December through to May as well as a famous Robert Trent Jones Jnr golf course. These elements provide for strong rental demand as the mountain operates a professional rental program enabling owners to generate healthy income from their homes. With prices starting at just $175,000, the value offered in these homes is immense!

Custom built homes, completely personal service.
Allow New England Concepts to create for you, your very own dream New England home, completely hassle free. With personally tailored inspection trips, in-depth regional knowledge and a choice in each home's interior selections, as well as completely turnkey furniture packages and specially commissioned art pieces, experience the all-too-rare personal service and enthusiasm offered by New England Concepts.

For more information, call: (+44) 01423 816155 or go on-line at www.newenglandconcepts.com


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