North Hudson, Wisconsin
Population: 3,948
Located in St. Croix County
Situated along the northwest rim of the state is North Hudson, Wisconsin. Founded in 1840, this settlement was known as Willow Ridge. However, 8 years later, the named was changed to Buena Vista because the area did enjoy a "beautiful view". With the population influx in the 1850's and 1860's, the name changed to Hudson because of the resemblance of the St. Croix River to that of the Hudson River in New York. The fact remains that anyone passing through the village of North Hudson will still enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding scenery of the St. Croix River. This quaint village has a population of just over 3,000, but there is still much to do! With a comfortable location along the St. Croix River, there is a certainly lot to do in the way of parks and recreation. The North Hudson area itself has 7 parks with playgrounds and picnicking for the whole family to enjoy. Several staffed beaches are dotted along the shorelines and with amenities like bathhouses, boat launch and paddleboat rentals, be prepared to spend a glorious summer day relaxing on the sandy beach. The Willow River State Park offers over 2,800 acres of forestry, waterfalls, river scenery, lakes and wildlife to be explored. Come for a day or come for a week and enjoy a rustic, secluded camping spot or one with electricity. One of the unique sights to be sure to see in North Hudson is the Octagon House. Built in 1855, this unique home is now a museum complex housing artifacts from early life in St. Croix County. The Octagon House is complete with beautifully landscaped gardens and carriage house. The Phipps Center for the Arts is a newer organization geared for those who wish to purse visual arts. The Center offers productions throughout the year as well as organized activities for groups, individuals and families. Many bread and breakfasts are scattered throughout North Hudson, and many of them enjoy the beautiful, Victorian architecture that makes this area so famous. One of the most likeable things about this beautiful village on the St. Croix River is its proximity to the St. Paul/Minneapolis area. Just 20 minutes away are outstanding shopping choices including the Mall of America. As the nation's largest shopping complex, this famous Mall is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States. Filled with over 500 stores, 200 restaurants and a full fledged indoor amusement park, there is certainly something for everyone. It's easy to see why the Twin Cities area is such a fun place to live. The city of St. Paul has over 50, colorful, bigger than life, statues of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy and other members of the Peanuts Gang that are situated throughout the city as a tribute to the cities native son Charles Shultz. Kids and grown ups alike enjoy spotting these colorful works of art. Museums, libraries, and other buildings with stately architecture round out the St. Paul area. There are many property options in the North Hudson Village and surrounding area. If you enjoy the low maintenance of a condo or townhouse, you can purchase a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with 1,600 square feet for about $144,000. A single family home with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with over 2,200 feet of living space would start around $195,000. As you can see, housing is reasonably priced and with such a close proximity to the Twin Cities area, New Hudson is an excellent choice to live and raise your family with a short commute to work. As the North Hudson community continues to grow, there remains a sense of tradition and connection to the natural environment. As they say, location is everything and what could be better than living in a tranquil village along the beautiful St. Croix River. Come see what people have been saying through the decades regarding the beauty of North Hudson, and come home. Find homes for sale in North Hudson Wisconsin
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