Haunted Houses in the North Pole

MLS Number 5114907

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 282.65
• Full Bath 3
• Address 397 Ridge Road
• Construction Existing

Thirty miles of open valley below you, and at the far end, snow-capped Mount Washington. This custom single-level home sits on a private mountaintop in Dalton at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, and that view follows you into almost every room. Walk in and the great room pulls you straight to the glass. Wide-plank wood floors run through more than 6,000 square feet without a single stair. Morning sun pours into the kitchen while the valley below is still in shadow, so whoever is cooking gets the best seat in the house. At sunset the last light turns Washington amber, and you watch it happen from your own sofa. Even on a gray day, the weather moving across the valley is worth pulling up a chair for. The plan was designed in 2004 for this ridge, not adapted to it, and you feel that in the proportions of every room. There are three bedrooms and three and a half baths, with a private bath for every bedroom. The primary suite sits apart from the rest of the house, and the mountains are the first thing you see each morning. Open the home up for a full weekend of family and friends, or close it down for two. The private acreage does what mountain land should. No neighboring rooflines, no traffic, just tree line and sky. It feels like a private world, even though town is never far. The seasons arrive in order outside your windows: green in spring, long summer evenings with light past nine, White Mountains foliage in fall, then the hard blue-and-white winter days when the peaks look close enough to touch. The practical side is handled too. Solar panels are already in place to trim energy costs through the long, bright winters. Fidium Fiber delivers up to 2 Gbps, so working full time from the top of a mountain is as easy as working from the city. The home has been well maintained, which means you arrive for the view, not a project list. Some homes have a view. This one was built around it. Schedule your private tour and see it for yourself.

Listed by Corina Cisneros of EXP Realty

MLS Number 5072150

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 717.48
• Full Bath 2
• Adult Community
• Address 21 Grand Avenue

GPS to Grand Hotel, 12 Olde Bedford Way. To be built but available to BUY NOW! Arrange an appointment to meet in person and discuss this Exclusive Gated Community. A serene and natural setting....Grand Avenue/Grand Residences is a 9-home prestigious gated community in a perfect location for year round relaxed and convenient living. This sought after Craftsman Style open concept living design home has hardwood floors and many luxury finishes/detailing and generous allowances. The fabulous, enviable center-island kitchen has quartz surfaces, upscale cabinetry and appliances and open to the dining room, which overlooks a private wooded side & backyard. The dramatic family room features a gas fireplace. A 1st FLOOR PRIMARY BEDROOM (see plan) luxury bathroom. There are three additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor. The TIME to SELECT your finishes is now ....each home is CUSTOM & UNIQUE. Includes: A 2 car attached garage, maintenance-free Smartside siding, stone feature facades & low maintenance design finishes. Public water & sewer, natural gas, high-speed internet, gated entrance with 24/7 Security & Automated Access. HOA fee ($515/mo) incl. snow removal, landscaping, PLUS access to BVI/Grand Pool & Spa, EV Charging, Restaurant/Bar, MCHT Airport Valet Services. This one-of-a-kind luxury 55+ community (only need 1-person 55+) is located near all local amenities, I-293, I-93, Rt. 101, and downtown Manchester, plus under an hour to Boston. Make your private appointment (Gated Entry) to VISit today!

Listed by Marianna Vis of Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty

MLS Number 5078513

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 205.23
• Full Bath 3
• Address 601 Sarum Hill Lane
• Construction Existing

Sarum Hill - Perched on 131 pristine acres, this beautiful, 8,000+ square foot, Vermont estate commands expansive westerly views of the rolling Green Mountains. Centrally located in lovely Randolph, it offers a sense of serene privacy yet is an easy 2.5 hours to Boston; 45 minutes to Woodstock, VT, Hanover, NH, (home to Dartmouth College), and big ski areas such as Killington and Sugarbush. With three light-filled levels of spacious, well-appointed living space, this home is a welcoming and comfortable place to gather and relax. A large chef's kitchen flows elegantly into a dining/living area with a propane fireplace. The more formal living room features a wood-burning fireplace and French doors leading to a large stone patio, overlooking the artfully landscaped grounds and stunning vista. Handsome cherry woodwork and high-end finishes throughout underscore the craftsmanship applied to every detail of the home. There is a primary en-suite bedroom on the main floor, three more bedrooms (all en-suite) on the second level, a private office, plus a versatile third level for a recreation or bunk room. The lower level houses a den with a propane fireplace and wet bar as well as an exercise room and steam shower. The attached 3-car garage includes a custom car wash station, and there is an additional detached one-bay garage/shed for extra storage. With ample interior space and seemingly endless acres and trails to explore, the opportunities for entertainment and recreation abound.

Listed by Zoe Hathorn Washburn and David Donegan of Snyder Donegan Real Estate Group

MLS Number 5102741

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 608.4
• Full Bath 1
• Construction To Be Built
• Bedrooms 4

Introducing Bergamot Fields, Portsmouth's newest five-home community. Set on 1.60± acres and bordered by approximately 17 acres of protected conservation land, the Silas offers nearly 2,800 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space that blends timeless architecture with the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. Enjoy the convenience of a first-floor primary suite while offering three additional bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, creating the perfect balance of everyday convenience and flexible living space. At the heart of the home, an open-concept layout is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious kitchen features an oversized center island, walk-in pantry, coffee nook, and seamless flow into the dining area and great room with a gas fireplace. A light-filled sunroom extends the living space and opens to a composite deck overlooking the wooded backdrop. A welcoming front porch, generous mudroom, dedicated laundry room, and oversized two-car garage complete a floor plan that is equal parts functional and inviting. Built to ENERGY STAR® Certification, this home showcases quality craftsmanship and carefully selected finishes, including hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, a premium appliance package, custom tile showers, natural gas heat, central air conditioning, on-demand hot water, CAT6 wiring, underground electrical service, irrigation, public water and sewer, and an unfinished lower level offering exceptional potential for future expansion, recreation, or storage. Just minutes from downtown Portsmouth, the Seacoast's beaches, waterfront dining, shopping, golf, and major commuter routes, Bergamot Fields offers a rare opportunity to build a new home in one of Portsmouth's newest boutique communities.

Listed by Marissa Drew of The Gove Group Real Estate,LLC

MLS Number 5107414

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 802.18
• Full Bath 1
• Construction Existing
• Bedrooms 4

Tucked along the gentle curve of a clear, rushing brook, this beautifully situated, custom built, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy, charm, and New England mountain house character on a picturesque 5-acre lot. The home's large deck and open living spaces invite you to slow down and take in the sound of moving water just steps from your door. Inside, four spacious bedrooms and three and a half baths give the whole family room to spread out, while the first floor primary suite offers a quiet retreat of its own, which makes it perfect for a couple who want single level living but room for guests on the upper and lower levels. Soaring ceilings and a wall of glass are the focus of the main living space with a dream kitchen that has a large island, dining and living room with doors out to a huge private deck. This home also comes equipped with a standby generator for added peace of mind. Outside, another feature of the property's show stopping charm is a former sugar house with a carport. Mature trees, and brook frontage and a bridge that crosses the brook add to the unique nature of the property and create a natural playground for hiking, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water. Outdoor lovers will appreciate the location, a short drive to skiing at Gunstock Mountain for winter powder days, summer hiking and more. Plus close proximity to Lake Winnipesaukee for summer boating, swimming, and lakeside dining. Whether you're drawn to four-season recreation or simply want a peaceful home with land to roam, this brook side property delivers a rare combination of natural beauty and lifestyle convenience. Property taxes to be determined upon completion and assessment by the Town of Gilford.

Listed by Ellen Mulligan of Coldwell Banker Realty Center Harbor NH

MLS Number 5084817

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 358.88
• Full Bath 1
• Construction Existing
• Bedrooms 8

Historically significant 1768 Colonial with a huge 4 story Post & Beam Barn set on 4.1 +/- pastoral acres just minutes from Downtown Wolfeboro. THIS IS THE FIRST TIME OFFERED FOR SALE SINCE THE KINGS GRANT OF THE PROPERTY TO THIS FAMILY. The flexible layout of the home offers excellent opportunities for multiple uses - single family home, family compound, multi-generation living, car collector or the equestrian. The 4 story post and beam barn is an architectural site to behold with parking for up to 16 cars , the original cow stanchions are still here and even has a 2 story silo totally contained within the structure - could this be made into a climbing wall feature?? The Main portion of the home on the 1st level contains 2 Parlors with a fireplace, large Diningroom with fireplace and beehive oven, 2 Borning rooms, large fully equipped Kitchen, Familyroom with fireplace and a 1/2 bath. The second level of the main home contains 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The 3rd floor of the main home contains a bedroom, half bathroom and one of 3 attic storage areas. The 1st floor ell of the home - perfect for an in-law situation - contains a huge Livingroom with fireplace, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms , one with the laundry area and 2 more attic storage areas. The grounds, with Southern exposure and distant views to the Belknap Mountains, contain a large lawn area around the home with ample area for a pool, circular driveway with a parking area for another 10 cars and approximately 3 acres of field should you desire to keep horses. Create your own utopia just minutes up the hill from Downtown Wolfeboro's restaurants, shops, marinas and Huggins Hospital. In the other direction a stroll to Carry Beach on Lake Winnipesaukee.

Listed by Steve Patriquin of Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro

MLS Number 5105174

• Residential Single Family
• PricePerSqFt 411.41
• Full Bath 2
• Address 1944 Monument Avenue
• Construction Updated/Remodeled

Set on 5.63 beautiful acres in one of Bennington's most desirable locations, this exceptional 1880 historic home has been thoughtfully renovated inside and out, blending timeless character with sophisticated modern amenities. The property includes approximately 3,200 square feet in the main residence, an attached two-car garage with a second kitchen, and a separate 1,000-square-foot one-bedroom guest cottage. The stunning chef's kitchen is truly the centerpiece of the home, featuring high-end appliances, a dramatic quartz waterfall countertop, and a generous 10-foot island designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen is a gorgeous screened-in porch, creating a wonderful extension of the living space and the perfect place to enjoy the tranquil setting. Throughout the main level, beautiful white oak floors add warmth and elegance. The home retains the charm and character expected of a historic property while offering the comfort and efficiency of today's modern systems. The thoughtful renovation continues throughout the home, with details such as automated shades in the primary bedroom and library and a convenient second-floor laundry closet. A fireplace adds warmth and character, while expansive views bring the beauty of the surrounding landscape indoors. The separate one-bedroom guest cottage provides even more versatility for guests, extended family, a private office, or potential rental use. Outside, the property is equally impressive, with gorgeous front and side patios designed for outdoor dining and entertaining, a screened-in porch, beautiful grounds, and a storage shed. A rare combination of historic architecture, exceptional renovation, modern technology, expansive acreage, and flexible living spaces, this property offers a level of quality and versatility rarely found in the Bennington market.

Listed by Kelley McCarthy of Mahar McCarthy Real Estate