When the relocation company sent me on my first 'look-see' trip to Morris and Somerset counties, 9 years ago, I fell in love with Chester. Next door to Mendham, Chester offered Art and Craft fairs, an attractive down-town with cute shops, a cinema and pub, yet was just a step away from small farms with fresh produce and open countryside.
So, I found myself living in that vibrant small town - with it's fabulous school district and friendly neighbors.
As part of the Highlands, Chester is limited in new construction as the water table is a source of water for other, more built-up areas. So, while there will ultimately be 'room' for maybe 70 more homesites, Chester is not going to lose that small town appeal.
For myself, I find that the local gym is 3 minutes drive from my house; the karate school is maybe 4 minutes drive; my daughter's gymnastics team is 15 minutes up the road and the Paul Green School of Rock (my son's hobby) is 12 minutes away out in Long Valley. Perfect! None of the children's activities takes me more than 15 minutes from home.
Work-wise, I am a member of the Weichert team in the Mendham office - 8 minutes away from my house and yet another, historical and desirable town in which to live. More about Mendham in another blog not yet written.
In the summer months, the town pool opens. Located toward the side of the middle school on North Road, the pool attracts many local residents who can let the children meet up and play, while they have a chat with friends. A local pizza shop has taken over the snack bar there and expanded the menu - which means that while the kids have what they want, there are more tempting alternatives for adults.
Let me know of any subject you would like to learn more about in this town. I will probably move onto Chester restaurants next - unless another topic is suggested.
Till next time...
Jackie