4 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in a New Home

The holiday season can be stressful. Moving is stressful. So if you're moving into a new home right before the holidays, you're likely feeling a little strained. You don't even have all of your everyday items unpacked, and you're not even sure where the Christmas tree is at the moment. It might feel like you're not going to be able to celebrate at all, amid all the chaos of unpacking. But don't give up on your holiday celebrations just yet. Here are a few special ways that you can enjoy the holidays in your brand new piece of Wallenpaupack real estate.

Start a New Tradition

You may have had holiday traditions in your old home, but why not start some new traditions to go along with your new home? Living on the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack gives you many opportunities to try out some new activities. While it's obviously a bit too cold for a dip in the lake, you can enjoy a warm bonfire on the shore, or go sledding around the lake if the snow has started to fall. Find a new tradition that will make this first holiday in your new home extra special.

Build a Box Fort

Whether you have kids or not, building a fort from all of your moving boxes is a great way to take away some of the stress of unpacking. Take a few minutes to step away from the chaos, and take advantage of all the empty boxes and the large, open spaces of your new home. Build your box fort, then enjoy some Christmas cookies and cocoa in it, or watch a holiday movie. (If your TV isn't unpacked yet, you can always watch it on a laptop or tablet.) This is a great way to make some wonderful memories of your first holiday season in the new house.

Find Local Activities

If the chaos and clutter of your partially-unpacked home is getting in the way of your Christmas cheer, why not get out of the house for a bit? Look up local activities and go explore your new neighborhood! In December, nearby Hawley hosts a very popular Winterfest with many different holiday-themed activities. You and your family can meet some of the locals, enjoy some special holiday time together, and maybe even start a new tradition!

Order a Special Meal

Special meals are an important part of the holidays. But if you're still in the process of unpacking, the idea of cooking a large meal is likely going to be a bit overwhelming. Instead, order a special meal that you can pick up and bring home. Many restaurants and bakeries take orders for turkeys, hams, pies, and side dishes for holiday meals. So order a few days in advance, and take away some of the strain of the holidays without sacrificing your special family dinner. If even eating at home feels like too much stress, due to the clutter still in the house, you can also find restaurants that are open and serve special meals during the holidays.

While moving during the holidays is sure to cause stress for anyone, it doesn't mean you have to spend your holiday season unpacking boxes instead of opening presents. You can celebrate your first holiday in your new Wallenpaupacklakefront property in many ways, and make special memories along the way. Try some of the suggestions above, and contact Davis R. Chant Realtors if you're interested in moving to the Wallenpaupack area.