Bellingham, Washington wins the award today for "cool new place." It is about 100 miles north of Seattle and rent is incredibly cheap and the jobs pay well. Sounds like the anti-Flroida. I saw this ad in their paper and it seemed a world away from what I'm use to around here.

Avail. Oct 15th for responsible person who appreciates quiet homespace and well-behaved dog. Prefer NS. Studio, Private entrance, self-contained. Covered deck, parking, storage. Share 1/4 acre fenced yard, w/d, w/alternative 50-s woman, happy dog and 8 chickens. Good set-up for privacy and 'good neighbor' community. Share of organic garden space and fresh eggs avail by arrangement. $475/month. Alicia at (360) 715-1259