When construction started in 1981, Laconia’s South Down Farm offered an ideal picturesque setting for condominium homes. Located at the former 126 acre “Taylor Farm” the original planned community had some marketing flaws and the project stalled. I was brought in by the bank that financed the original community to sell the remaining five or six units at the Fells Condominium located in a field off of Parade Road. After we sold those original units, the original developer stepped out of the project it was then that L. John Davidson arrived in July of 1983, South Down was dead in the water and in trouble financially. Enter Davidson, a true visionary who comes up with a completely new waterfront concept plan geared to the vacation home market to give the stalled project new credibility. He then acquired multiple adjoining parcels and almost a mile of shorefront on Paugus Bay. The name was then changed to “South Down Shores” then carried forward to “Long Bay” its sister community and the rest is history.
Today, 36 years later, South Down Shores and Long Bay encompass over 360 acres with almost 1 mile of shorefront on Lake Winnipesaukee. These private, gated communities feature unique villages and single-family homes of many architectural styles. A huge investment infrastructure for roads, city water/sewer and underground utilities was made. Davidson created a private yacht club for boats complete with boat slips, racks and a launch area with multiple sandy beaches and breakwaters. Throughout South Down and Long Bay, he crafted a series of beautifully landscaped ponds, community buildings, walking trails and an immense waterfront greenbelt common area along the entire shoreline, for all residents to enjoy.
Both communities now have over 600 property owners from many geographic areas who can call the Lakes Region “home”. Many are vacation homeowners & semi-retirees and others are year-round, permanent residents. Davidson’s ‘vision’ and hard work paid off immensely for the City of Laconia. Today both communities contribute somewhere close to $3.5 million annually to the City of Laconia’s tax revenue. That’s a lot of income, which has helped the city grow its infrastructure, schools, police station, and other amenities.
Not only that but think of the economic impact these 600+ families have contributed to the Lakes Region. The pure size of the development infrastructure, amenity package and huge amount of housing constructed has created a massive amount of jobs over the years for local engineers, surveyors, architects, attorneys, site contractors, home builders, landscape companies and all of the other trades connected with the home building industry. Realtors have also benefited; I know our company and our associates have been involved in more than 600 sales since the 1980s. Most importantly, all of the vacation homeowners, semi-retirees, and residents who have called South Down Shores “home” since its inception have immensely supported all of the businesses which operate in the Lakes Region. Just think of the boat dealers, home improvement stores, contractors, furniture stores, automotive dealers, restaurants, entertainment venues, ski areas and all other attractions that have profited from the families who have become a fabric of our area.
So just who is this man that saved the South Down Farm project? L. John Davidson grew up in Andover, MA and graduated from Phillips Andover and Harvard University. As a young man he worked in his father’s restaurants, he was an air controller in the Korean War and later operated clothing stores called “The Andover Shop” in Cambridge & Andover. He also developed the 400-acre land package for the Raytheon Company Missile Systems Plant and he reconstructed Andover Square after defeating Urban Renewal in the 1960s. From 1965-1970 Davidson bought out 70 separate parcels of land, an entire valley in Quechee, VT. He became the architect/developer of one of the largest and most successful developments in New England. The community was called Quechee Lakes and included 6000 acres where Davidson placed 50% of the land in a permanent greenbelt to preserve the integrity and natural beauty of the valley. There are currently over 1700 homes and condominiums in The Queechee Development where he rebuilt a covered bridge over the Ottauquechee River, restored an abandoned mill and relocated other buildings throughout the town. He developed ski trails and built ski lifts for the residents, two championship golf courses, two lakes and a 50-mile trail system. Davidson’s “farmstead concept” was unique to the real estate industry and he was the first to offer the single-family home as a condominium. Davidson later on created condominium suites in Maine and he financed a salvage expedition that raised a 70-foot sections H.M.S DeBraak shipwreck, a British warship that sank off the coast of Delaware in 1798 rumored to be carrying vast treasures. Over the past decade, he embarked on an “egg-venture,” where he spent millions developing an egg pasteurization process to eliminate salmonella and bacteria. He now holds 6 patents. John presently resides in Atkinson, NH.
Although Stanford, Connecticut, may have more Fortune 500 Companies per square mile and Boston is certainly an economic engine, these major cities lack one critical resource that the Lakes Region has in abundance. Our beautiful lakes, mountains, forests and rivers continue to attract tourists to our area and new property owners to our area, and they all contribute to the Lakes Region growth and prosperity. Business development and industry growth is likewise important for our economy’s engine and like any community, we need jobs to prosper. However, we can’t lose sight of what our region is all about; we’re primarily a tourist, second home, and semi-retired home market. We also have a strong primary residential market in our surrounding towns, with many young families investing in the Lakes Region. All of us in the Lakes Region should strive to make it the best possible New England destination. Quality development is critical; we need to develop communities we can be proud of, like South Down Shores and Long Bay. I’ve seen the excitement first-hand in the comments from families who have purchased over the years. They absolutely love the community and the entire Lakes Region. They may have started out by renting in the community and then graduated to a small condominium and eventually into a permanent single-family home. So many of them have commented that there’s so much more to do here in the Lakes Region than there was 25 years ago. Nowadays, we have many attractions like The Tanger Outlet Mall, Bank of NH Music Pavilion, the Winnipesaukee Playhouse, Gunstock Mountain Resort, The NH Motor Speedway, and many new restaurants and eateries. Additionally, there are so many more events to participate in, such as craft fairs, The New England Pond Hockey Classic, fishing derbies, car and boat shows, and the NH Pumpkin Festival.
The popularity of these two communities is evident by the strong sales activity over the past years as follows:
2017
Sales: 54
The average selling price of $389,856
Price range of $162,000-$770,000
2018
Sales: 62
The average selling price of $365,893
Price range of $174,750-$900,000
2019
Sales: 51
The average selling price of $456,211
Price range of $178,000-$1,175,000
2020
At the present time in 2020, 14 homes have sold for an average selling price of $501,570 with a price range of $239,000-$1,130,000 and there are 7 properties available for sale ranging in price from $260,000-$1,249,500.
That’s a pretty good testimonial to the success of these fine communities.
This article was written by Frank Roche. Frank is president of Roche Realty Group with offices in Meredith and Laconia, NH, and can be reached at (603) 279-7046. Data was compiled by a NEREN map search on 06/11/2020 and is subject to change. Please feel free to visit www.rocherealty.com to learn more about the Lakes Region and its real estate market.
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10 Independence, Laconia, NH 03246
MLS #4978708
City:Laconia, State:NH
Price: $430000
South Down Shores - For sale is a 2 bedroom, 3 bath townhome style condo nestled in desirable Colonial Hills Village within the gates of South Down Shores. Inside this lovely condo is a sun filled fully applianced eat in kitchen. There is a washer/dryer off of the kitchen. In the adjoining living room is a wood burning fireplace, wall mounted tv and a nice slider opening to the private patio. Upstairs you'll find 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Living in South Down Shores means embracing a lifestyle granting you easy access to a myriad of amenities. From the private beach to the tennis courts, miles of walking trails, basketball courts and playgrounds, every day presents opportunities for recreation and leisure. Nearby is a hospital, skiing, snowmobile trails, shopping, Meredith, and Meadowbrook, a concert venue. 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MLS #4977216
City:Laconia, State:NH
Price: $437000
Discover the perfect balance of comfort and convenience in South Down Shores, a gated community on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, NH. This charming single-level townhome boasts two bedrooms and two baths plus an inviting open floor plan that allows natural light to flow freely throughout. This townhome also has a rare over-sized heated 2 car garage with a full storage area above. The living area is a cozy haven, perfect for relaxation or hosting guests. The primary bedroom is a serene escape, featuring an ensuite bath. The second bedroom is equally inviting and versatile for guests or a home office. Both bedrooms provide ample closet space and lovely views of the surrounding greenery which can be enjoyed from the patio. As a resident of South Down Shores, youâll enjoy exclusive access to a range of recreational facilities. 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MLS #4961249
City:Laconia, State:NH
Price: $849900
Water Views! Come see this 3 story townhouse that has many updates. Set in the prestigious gated community of South Down Shores and Birchwood. This condo is set up to sleep as a 5 bedroom. With long views of the water and a quick walk to the marina, beach, and greenspace, this unit has an open concept on the first level with a large eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room, and seasonal porch on the first level. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a laundry room upstairs. The third level consists of a large bedroom that can be divided into two smaller bedrooms. The detached garage will be handy for storage and your toys. This townhouse has an updated kitchen, central A/C, and a front-level yard. Enjoy the South Down Shores amenities, beach, green space, kayak racks, bocce ball, tennis, pickleball, & basketball courts, playground, clubhouse, and miles of walking trails. Just 15 mins. from I-93, Gunstock Ski Resort, BNH Music Pavilion, and Lakeport Opera House, All for just $849, 900 64b04f2034e2b572f85316a2 9689 Beach Rights Building Maintenance Club House Tennis Court Near Golf Course Near Paths Near Snowmobile Trails 1 0 0 2 3 4 2030 Laconia RE_1 Birchwood NH-Belknap Parade Rd. to South Down Shores, through the gate, (code required). Take right onto Davidson Drive, left onto Cardinal Drive 43A will be on the right., 43 Cardinal Drive A Patio neren3 1 1 Detached 1 64b04e8f34e2b572d904eba2 1 1 1689275860 1689206400 849900 Kevin Shaw 4961249 Active Condo Development Level View Walking Trails Water View 4961249 1484 43 Cardinal, Laconia, NH 03246 1689353030 Roche Realty Group, Inc 40 418 Condominium Residential Water Views! Come see this 3 story townhouse that has many updates. Set in the prestigious gated community of South Down Shores and Birchwood. This condo is set up to sleep as a 5 bedroom. With long views of the water and a quick walk to the marina, beach, and greenspace, this unit has an open concept on the first level with a large eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room, and seasonal porch on the first level. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a laundry room upstairs. The third level consists of a large bedroom that can be divided into two smaller bedrooms. The detached garage will be handy for storage and your toys. This townhouse has an updated kitchen, central A/C, and a front-level yard. Enjoy the South Down Shores amenities, beach, green space, kayak racks, bocce ball, tennis, pickleball, & basketball courts, playground, clubhouse, and miles of walking trails. 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