I would say Colorado, I don't think it we get as cold as
the New England states, but I can guarantee that we are
a far cry from the heat and humidity of Florida.
However I do KNOW that the cost of living is much higher
in the Denver metro area than it was in the Catawba County,
North Carolina area (my house PAYMENT was $615 there and
my RENT here is $815).
I live in the 'burbs" of Denver I am pretty much straight south
of down town Denver about 8-10 miles, but it seems much further
away. I am close to 2 Hobby Lobby, 1 Joann's, Colorado Fabrics
(formerly known as Denver Fabrics), 3 quilt shops. They are ALL
withing a 5-7 mile radius from me. Then if I branch out to 10-15
miles from me there are many more stores for fabric, including a
WalMart, another HL & Joann's, plus several more quilts shops.
Lets not forget my FAVORITE quilt shop which sells QS quality fabrics
for $5.00 per yard (on the refurbish side), chain store quality for $1.99
(very limited selection there). All around awesome store to shop at.
I live across the street from a "no-leash" park meaning your dogs
do not need to be on a leash as long as they can be voice commanded.
There is also a little pond/lake in the park.
Of course the condos I live in do not meet your requirements, but the
general area is nice, and there is a few houses nearby that are for sale
that would meet with your needs.
Just a thought.