New London feels like a riverfront getaway—where the Wolf and Little Wolf rivers, lakes, Mosquito Hill Nature Center and miles of trails make it easy to fill days with kayaking, fishing, hiking and quiet patios or a compact downtown with cafés, shops and seasonal events so multi-week stays rarely feel dull.
For occasional bigger-city options, the Fox Cities (Appleton) and Green Bay—both within easy driving distance—offer museums, restaurants, sports (Lambeau Field) and a regional airport, so you get small-town calm plus quick access to more nightlife and services when you want them.