Cambridge, VT

Set along the winding banks of the Lamoille River, Cambridge offers a classic slice of northern Vermont living. The village sits within a broader rural town of under 4,000 residents, giving it a quiet, close-knit feel surrounded by forested hills and farmland. Life here naturally revolves around the outdoors, with the river providing easy spots for kayaking, fishing, and walking along the water.

ATTRStyles, A. F. (Adin French), 1832-1910 -- Photographer / Public domain

Living in Cambridge puts you right next door to Jeffersonville and just minutes from Smugglers' Notch Resort, a major local employer and a year-round hub for skiing, hiking, and seasonal events. Historic 19th-century covered bridges like Cambridge Junction still cross the waterways, blending local heritage directly into daily commutes. For anyone looking to relocate, it offers a comfortable balance of mountain recreation and relaxed small-town living.