Living in Chesterfield

Chesterfield is a rural town in Cheshire County near the Vermont border, home to Spofford Lake, one of the region's more popular swimming and boating destinations. The town's rolling hills and farmland give it a classic Monadnock Region character. Spofford Lake draws summer visitors and seasonal residents, while the town's proximity to Keene provides access to a larger city's retail and job market. Chesterfield's rural roads connect several small villages without a dominant commercial center. Housing in Chesterfield ranges from lakefront cottages to rural inland homes, with prices reflecting proximity to Spofford Lake. The town draws families, retirees, and seasonal homeowners seeking Monadnock Region lake access near Keene.