Living In Dover
Life in Dover can be very rewarding. For those who appreciate an active, outdoor, four-seasons lifestyle but also crave fine restaurants and night life, Dover may be community for them.
Dover is situated in the center of southern Vermont, along the spine of the Green Mountains. There is a major ski area, Mount Snow, on its western flank. In the middle is scenic high country that offers lovely housing developments and accessible recreation opportunities. On the east side of town is rolling farmland and open space ringed by mountains.
West Dover is the commercial hub of the community. The North Branch of the Deerfield River cuts through the town, the valley, creating a wide valley that offers a variety of existing businesses, and opportunities for new, along the Route 100 central artery. A variety of restaurants, Inns, B&Bs, and a variety of professional services, creates a wonderful classic New England town atmosphere.
Dover is also very family friendly. Dover School is consistently ranked high in Vermont educational standards. It also offers low student to teacher ratios and a variety of extracurricular activities. Dover families also have a variety of options for secondary education.
Dover, Vermont | |
Country | United States |
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- Total | 35.3 sq mi (91.4 km2) |
- Land | 35.3 sq mi (91.4 km2) |
- Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
1,978 ft (603 m) | |
Population (2000) | |
- Total | 1,410 |
- Density | 39.9/sq mi (15.4/km2) |
- Summer (DST) | EDT (UTC-4) |
Area code(s) | |
50-17875 | |
GNIS feature ID | 1462083 |