I'll second Ghostrider's vote for NH. It's beautiful in every season, some first-rate quilt shops, love of craftsmanship. There's nothing not to like, unless you're a gardener. The growing season's stunningly short - even shorter than Juneau, AK - but that adds to the challenge.
All in all, tourists flock here for good reason, and a lot of the year, we have this beautiful place all to ourselves.
hugs,
Charlotte