Historic House Listings

Wow! 308 acres! Love the kitchen. Circa 1938 in New Hampshire. $649,900

July 8, 2018

I would love to own this! The drive up to it through all of the trees would never get old. Made of hand hewn logs, beams, and wide plank floors. Built in 1938 with views of Mt. Sunapee. The kitchen is simple, but I love it! The sink is gorgeous. In the same family since it was built. Located on 308 acres in Newport, New Hampshire. Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 2,933 square feet. $799,000 New price: $649,900

From the Zillow listing:

 

A driveway through woods of pine, birch, maple, hemlock and oaks leads to this exceptional home privately sited on 308 acres with a year round brook and spectacular views of Mt Sunapee, a ski resort and beyond. Built in 1938 this one of a kind 2 story 2,933 sq.ft. home has 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 4 working wood burning fireplaces. There are hand hewn beams, and wide pine floors throughout, a relaxing sun room, and a welcoming kitchen that has lots of storage. Every room benefits from full views of each changing New England season. Coming on the market for the first time since originally built, this three generation home exudes welcoming warmth and has benefited from loving care and stewardship over the years. It is enhanced with a cold room, a large walk in attic, several cedar lined closets, newly painted exterior woodwork, a 2 car garage, a cellar with outside access, a recently installed standing seam metal roof, and a separate woodshed. Many trails throughout the property are suited for hiking or cross country skiing. This would make an ideal primary family residence or a special second home and is a must see for those who love their privacy, the quiet out of doors and nature.

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