We are a couple in our mid-50's and are looking for some specific things in our next move; more temperate weather than the North East where we are now; progressive thinking people, good food and a thriving food scene, ability to buy a house for less than $350K, low property taxes ( less than $5K) within driving distance (45 minutes is the max) to a major airport and open-minded people.
We are both entrepreneurial and active, love the outdoors and nature and want a small yard for a garden and to be near some kind of water be it a large lake, river or coast.
We are considering Portland Ore. or Durham NC. We are still working and work for ourselves.
Anyone have an opinion on either or both?
posted by privatechef
on Apr 29, 2013 -
19 answers
TherapyFilter: For a friend--I am looking for a lovely therapist in the Durham, North Carolina area (and reasonably nearby regions as well). The therapist would preferably be more interpersonal or psychodynamically/psychoanalytically oriented versus cognitive-behavioral or purely supportive, be queer-friendly, and also have some experience treating anxiety disorders. Feel free to MeMail or e-mail me if you do not want to post publicly. Thanks, MetaFilter!
posted by Keter
on Nov 13, 2012 -
2 answers
Recommendations for a tattoo artist in Durham, NC? Bonus points: super-skilled with fine detailed lettering
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posted by Dorinda
on Sep 30, 2012 -
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We are visiting Raleigh/Durham for a weekend to see if it's a good fit. What kinds of things should we do?
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posted by ohsnapdragon
on Aug 25, 2012 -
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The McTootsalot family has outgrown our home, and we’re looking to move this summer. We love our area (Durham, NC) so if we could we’d love to just move into a larger house down the street that could accommodate our growing clan. However, there is a caveat: schools. How much importance we should place on schools?
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posted by Tooty McTootsalot
on May 29, 2012 -
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I am moving to the Triangle in North Carolina but work from home so a commute is not an issue. Recommend the best neighborhood(s) in the entire region!
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posted by JacksonEsquire
on May 7, 2012 -
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MakeMyMindUpForMe-filter: If you were a not-so-young-anymore grad student to be, and had to choose between spending the next 6(ish) years of your life in Durham or Chicago, which would you choose on a purely lifestyle basis (academic/$$ considerations being relatively equal), and why? Looking for experiences of those who have lived (not necessarily studied) in either (or both!) places. Semi-relevant details inside.
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posted by Dorinda
on Mar 12, 2012 -
25 answers
Dear Ask MetaFilter, I never thought this would happen to me: requesting recommendations for a private house cleaning service in Durham, NC.
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posted by gerryblog
on Mar 6, 2012 -
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I need more coffee shops/restaurants in the Durham/Chapel Hill area to study in. Requirements: decent seating and wifi. Plugs a bonus but not a requirement.
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posted by kingfishers catch fire
on Feb 19, 2012 -
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Shoe stores with skilled fitters and quality shoes in the Research Triangle, North Carolina, USA?
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posted by rachelpapers
on Sep 6, 2011 -
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I am moving to Durham, NC, to start a position at Duke's Fuqua School of Business. I have narrowed down my housing search to certain neighborhoods but I am curious how convenient they are to get to my job.
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posted by research monkey
on Jun 15, 2011 -
22 answers
How does one arrange power-of-attorney at short notice in North Carolina?
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posted by K.P.
on Dec 17, 2010 -
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I am looking for interesting places to photograph in the Durham, North Carolina area. I'm into old architecture, specifically places where I might be able to ask people to pose. (I prefer pictures with people and go around Toronto asking people's permission).
I have a car and be there from Friday noon to until Sunday evening.
Thanks!
posted by rooster416
on Mar 31, 2010 -
6 answers
Roadtrip filter: Recommendations for things to see, places to eat, cheap but nice places to stay for a US roadtrip - Itinerary follows...
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posted by jammy
on Mar 31, 2010 -
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I want to go to there, but I need your advice on where "there" is. Starting point: Toronto. Range: any land within 100 km (60-ish miles) of High Park, but I can go further for something really special. Means of transport:
my trusty steed. Time frame: now until November-ish. I'm looking for great routes or awesome destinations, urban, rural or suburban, like the best roti in Scarborough, a tiny potter's studio somewhere in Peel, or a gorgeous path by some body of water that isn't Lake Ontario. I want to go somewhere to do something neat, like picking apples or riding horses.
And this is not Torontofilter or bikefilter. I'm looking for creative ideas from anyone, anywhere.
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posted by maudlin
on Sep 25, 2009 -
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I want to hire a professional carpet cleaner in Chapel Hill / Durham, NC. Requirements: getting hard-to-clean, oddly-stained, cheap
berber carpet looking good; strongly prefer no scent left behind; would love to get this done soon. Any suggestions?
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posted by amtho
on Dec 21, 2008 -
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What districts/streets/apartment buildings do you suggest I check out on my mini-vacation to Raleigh, North Carolina. I plan on moving there in the near future and I want to find a place that's in the middle of the action.
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posted by my_impermanence
on Dec 12, 2008 -
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Cozy & quiet, not-too-expensive lunch or brunch for 6-8 vegetarians, one pregnant, in Durham, NC. Where?
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posted by amtho
on Dec 6, 2008 -
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What are the best places to buy interesting and inexpensive used furniture in Durham, NC? Things like dressers, tables, upholstered chairs.
posted by jenbird
on Nov 26, 2008 -
5 answers
Help me find new and/or offbeat things to do in central North Carolina--any suggestions? Bonus if it's just as easily enjoyed alone as with company.
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posted by Stewriffic
on Apr 11, 2008 -
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My roommate is heading to central North Carolina for a few days this month for a romantic getaway with his long distance girlfriend, and they are looking for some romantic getaway ideas.
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posted by monkeystronghold
on Jan 2, 2008 -
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What are some of the coolest/oddest things to photograph in the Chapel Hill / Durham / Carrboro, NC area? I'm looking to do a photography project with no human subjects, and want to highlight the weirdest stuff I can find in the area. Things like
Clyde Jones's Critters, the old concrete hippo in Bolin Creek, the doll-head car, even the grout-pun men's room on campus... the more minute, obscure, and odd, the better. Ugly is A-OK. I'll photo landmarks, graffiti, vehicles, abandoned things, and maybe even Mark Jacobson, since I don't think he counts as a human subject. Nothing is too stupid to photograph, as long as it's reasonably accessible to the public. I'll head to Durham, Orange, and northern Chatham Co. in search of the bizarre, the off-center, and the just-plain-idiotic.
posted by RossWhite
on Sep 15, 2007 -
13 answers
North Carolinian MeFites: Please fill me in on the treasures of the Raleigh-Durham area in preparation for a visit . . .
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posted by spitbull
on May 9, 2007 -
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Am I crazy for thinking of living in Durham, NC without air conditioning? Considerations: I get really really hot, have a somewhat crazy internal thermometer, I have lots of books, and I don't want to be miserable. Problem: we found a super cute house and it doesn't have AC. What to do?
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posted by fionab
on Nov 28, 2006 -
22 answers
Help a child psychologist find a job working with children in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina.
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posted by abbyladybug
on Apr 21, 2006 -
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Where should I go next weekend? I live in Durham, NC and would like to keep the drive under two hours. Key points would include: really great B&B or eco-hotel (treehouse? massive windows looking outside?), great walks or cute town nearby, a body of water (lake, ocean, inlet) or nice woods, clean lines rather than frilly, or luxurious rather than old-lady-B&B. It would be great if you could recommend a specific place (Asheville is too far away for this weekend), or better yet, a specific hotel/B&B/inn. Pretend that money is no object, but I'd like to keep this under $200 a night (less is better) if possible; if a really unique place came up, I'd splurge.
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posted by fionab
on Sep 18, 2005 -
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Heading to the Raleigh/Durham area for 4th of July weekend to visit my brother. To (hopefully) avoid traffic, we'll be leaving pretty early in the morning, but it's a relatively short drive, and both my brother and my sister-in-law have to work that day, so we'll have a good 6 hours to kill before they get home. Any suggestions for a) a good place to get some lunch once we arrive and b) interesting places to visit, either in Raleigh/Durham or along the way? (I'd ask my brother, but he just moved there himself about 2 months ago.)
posted by emptybowl
on Jun 21, 2004 -
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