Offering easy living, the property at 184 Main St. in New Hampton truly redefines a New England cape. It is a well-maintained eight-room home, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, situated at the edge of the tranquil village of New Hampton in the Lakes Region.
Lilac bushes and an array of seasonal shrubs and flowers edge the circular driveway, which gives the first view of the hidden backdrop – Hatchery Pond. Entering this brick-ended double chimney cape from the driveway, residents and guests step into a sun-filled, four-season porch. This entry, with its beamed ceiling, provides not only an attractive sitting area, but also a functional mudroom.
From the front hall, enter the large living room graced with an elegant mantle and enjoy the instant pleasure of a Vermont Casting gas stove for a cozy quiet night or an evening of entertaining. The dining room truly captures the wonderful bright, open feel of every room in this tastefully designed home with its original oak floors and crown molding. All of the rooms in this home are generously proportioned.
The eat-in kitchen is well appointed. The charm and usefulness of the original pantry cupboard and built-in china cabinet has been retained, while the handsome slider to the deck and a large picture window provide great viewing of waterfowls, birds and wildlife.
On the opposite side of the entry, with built-in book cabinets and a wood-burning fireplace, is the library/family room, which could serve other functions or simply be utilized as a place to kickback.
And, there is also a wonderful first-floor master bedroom suite with an en-suite bathroom and a large closet.
An attractive stairway leads to the second floor bedrooms and another full bathroom with a linen closet. Both bedrooms upstairs are spacious, offering an informal sitting or study area, three closets and an overhead fan. There is also a walk-in cedar closet, two linen closets and access to eaves that provide extra storage.
This 2,596-square-foot dwelling has a finished basement that can be accessed from the central hall or an exterior bulkhead. The basement is an additional 1,484 square feet, offering a craft/game room, office area, laundry center, workshop, and two additional storage rooms with plenty of built-ins.
Enjoy the private setting of the 45-foot-by-16-foot Trex and cedar deck. The lot size of .35 acres is deceptive as it borders the state’s Fish Hatchery Pond, which is truly a bird-lovers paradise. The perennial flower and vegetable beds are designed to be easy care from the first daffodils.
Additionally, independent of the house is a two-car garage also with overhead storage.
This extensively upgraded 1963 custom-built home is within easy reach of all shopping, health services, recreation and cultural amenities of the Lakes Region.
The village of New Hampton has much to offer; walk to the library, local school, recreational fields, the community church, the town’s 20-station fitness trail bordering the Pemi River, and the prestigious New Hampton School.
It is just a mile to New Hampton Family Practice operated by LRGHealthcare and the boat launch on the Pemi River. No more than 15 minutes in any direction there are all the recreational activities and cultural pleasures the region has to offer; whether it’s Lake Winnipesaukee, Squam, Newfound or any of the smaller lakes and ponds.
Cultural events abound at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse, Inter-Lakes Summer Theater, PSU’s Silver Center for the Arts and Meadowbrook. Great dining, outlet shopping, big box stores, unique boutiques and farmers markets surround New Hampton. It is less than a half hour to seasonal fun at Gunstock, Loon, Ragged, Tenney Mountain or the Speedway. Fun for all can be found at the Science Center, Prescott Farm, Funspot, Weirs Beach, or four local cinemas.
A mile to Exit 23 on Interstate 93 makes Plymouth just a 10-minute drive, the State House under 30 minutes, and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport only 45 minutes. Laconia Airport is just 15 minutes away.
The house and the setting coupled with the small town friendliness and location is a hidden gem, whether you’re looking for a family home or a special retreat. Why not live where you can play?
This exceptional property is listed at $269,500 by Eliza Leadbeater, an independent New Hampshire Broker and owner.
For more information, visit newhamptonhome.com or call (401) 236-7090 to schedule a showing.