Historic House Listings

Don’t judge a book by its cover! Circa 1787. Over two acres in New Hampshire. $183,500

August 23, 2019

Interior was pleasantly surprising! I want the goat with the big floppy ears! This home was built in 1787. It is located on 2.07 acres in Deering, New Hampshire. Love the exposed beams inside the home and the wide planked hardwood floors. Only two minutes to Deering Lake! The property has a barn, chicken coop and a pond. Five minutes to High Five Trail. Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,270 square feet. $183,500

From the Zillow listing:

 

Whether you’re looking for privacy and a peaceful setting, you love the “lake life”, or you’re ready to finally start your hobby farm, this home has Soo much to offer.  The property has 2+ cleared acres, a perfectly sized barn, a large chicken coop(with a colorful laying flock, if you’re ready to jump in with both feet) an established garden, and even a small pond.  if you have been waiting to flex your green thumb, or interested in raising livestock, this farmstead is the perfectly manageable size! many perennial flowers, wildflowers, blueberries, raspberries, and currants.

 

For any lake lubber who wants year-round, pristine New England lake fun, without the pricetag or close neighbors, beautiful Deering Lake beach and boat ramp is only a short walk or a 2 minute drive away!! (literally)

 

Inside this home you’ll find history, character , and charm with original woodwork, built-in shelving, and locally sourced birch flooring.  A fireplace in the living room and a woodstove in the kitchen make this home warm and cozy during our long NH winter’s.
This unique home and location give you access to soo many of the exclusive things that southern New Hampshire has to offer.

 

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