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Best Time to Buy in 20 Years!

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MAIN STREET • N CONWAY, NH • (603) 356-5425 • (800) 322-6921 www.pinkhamrealestate.com • pinkham@pinkhamrealestate.com

Sun Filled 4BR, 31⁄2BA townhouse is a snowball’s throw from Cranmore, it offers a comfortable living room with fp (which opens to kitch & dining area), huge lower level family room, master suite with views to the mt & deck. $219,000 MLS#4130600

Sunfilled 3BR, 2BA contemporary on 2 acres. Walk to Moores Pond & Silver Lake. Open living/dining/kitchen w/ vaulted ceilings. Updated kitchen, loft, deck, patio. Snowmobile from your front door! $189,000 MLS#4106630

Privacy, Beautiful Views and room for a crowd in this affordable, impeccably maintained upper level Christmas Mt unit.

Fabulous great room with gas log stove, 2BRs, 2 full baths, huge loft. Close to skiing! $199,900 MLS#4122153

Cranmore Skiers! Live in the charming upper apartment: cathedral great room, brick fireplace, 2 bedrooms, bath and mountain view and let the 2 BR lower apartment pay the mortgage! $199,900 MLS#4042371

Country Log Home on level acre close to Silver Lake is rustic, charming, yet totally modern. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, living, dining & kitchen. Ceramic tile, pine floors. Basement ready to finish.

Now just $169,900 MLS#4088525

What a Great House! Beautiful, spacious, 4BR, 31⁄2BA home tucked away in a wonderful neighborhood. 5 minutes from Cranmore & No Conway Village. Loads of custom features and updates. $264,900 MLS#4106211

Across the street from Attitash Ski Area. Cute & efficient ground floor studio with walkout patio. A perfect ski suite to enjoy yourselves and rent out to offset your costs. much more, all at your door. $59,900 MLS#4083741

Gorgeous Views from all 3 floors of this sunny townhouse. 2BRs + den and family room, open living/dining/ kitchen, woodstove on brick hearth. 15 minutes to skiing, private Silver Lake access. $149,900 MLS#4122345

Attitash Skiers! Ski-in – Ski-out freestanding home is 150’ from the trail!

Lots of sunshine & warm pine, 3BRs, 2BA, great room, 2 gas log FPs, deck, mountain views. Indoor & outdoor pools.

4-Season fun! $299,900 MLS#4079364

Walk to Cranmore skiing from this cozy, tastefully furnished 3 level townhouse looking up the slopes from Brookside. 2BRs+loft, gas log FP, stainless appliances, brick patio. Pool in summer! $188,000 MLS#4099434

Custom Contemporary Craftsman.

Spectacular mt views. One of the Valley’s nicest neighborhoods. Chef’s kitchen w/ cherry cabinets & granite tops, sunfilled living spaces, hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings & beautiful gardens. $449,000 MLS# 4136742

Meadows at Ridgeview, is a small community of duplex townhouses just minutes from Conway Village. 2BRS, a large loft, cherry floors, tiled entry, open living/dining/kitchen, central air & huge deck. $144,900 MLS# 4140987

Charming nicely updated N Conway Villager on a quiet street a short stroll to shops and restaurants. Large living room with brick fp, stainless eat-in kitchen, family room, deck, large, sunny back yard. $169,000 MLS#4137598

Great 3BR 2BA open concept chalet in Madison is close to EVERYTHING! Skiing, swimming (3 ponds & Silver Lake), boating, ski-mobile trails just out your front door. Great primary or vacation home at a great price. $124,900 MLS#4094420

Refurbished 3BR, 11⁄2BA home. New windows & insulation, updated electrical & plumbing, new carpet, tile & paint, new bathroom sinks, toilets, shower, cabinets, counter tops, new tile floors, hot air heat to second floor. $93,500 MLS #4124875

Charming North Conway Village home a short walk to Cranmore and Village shops and restaurants. 3BR, 21⁄2BA, open living/dining with beautiful wood floors, large screened porch. Level yard. Town water & sewer. $159,900 MLS#4125302

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Debbie Phaneuf, REALTOR® 603-986-0335

Route 16, North Conway 603-356-9444

Debbie@MWVHomes.com • www.sellmwv.com

Homes, Land, Commercial, Condo.

You name it, we can find it!

THE STONE MOUNTAIN HOUSE is one of the oldest buildings left in Brownfield after the fire of 1947. The old Victorian with its Mansard roof houses one in a long line of businesses that continues to service the community. In addition to this retail space, there are rooms available ENERGY EFFICIENT BERM CONT. SALTBOX with $40,000 in on a short term rental basis, for added income. Being so close to the improvements since ownership in 2006. HOME ON 10+ ACRES of plush Stone Mountain Arts Center, Stone Mountain House is able to ac- Newly added 3 season porch, metal roof, natural landscape. Centrally located to commodate the center’s guest stars, as well as many visitors coming gas fireplace and so much more. Furnishedvalley attractions and a short distance to to the valley for the events. The lodging and its website will be sold and turnkey, this home can accommodate King Pine Ski Area. Playing or stayingwith the real estate, but the frame and gallery business shall travel the whole gang. You deserve everything Ei- -this could be the “green home” you’ve with the sellers to their next destination. (4134611) $219,900 delweiss has to offer. (4108970) $215,900 been looking for! (4137470) $169,900

3 LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE, walkout living area to your patio. Swim in the Saco River, canoe, hike in the White Mountains. Come for the waterfront, stay for the quality of LIFE. Easy to maintain inside unit, very efficient to heat! WOW! $117,900

GREAT MOUNTAIN TOP VIEWS! Spacious unit, energy efficient monitor heater, private locker space outside for your skis, etc. Start making your memories here in New Hampshire. Come to the mountains! Mount Washington is waiting for you! (4119114) $142,900

DOUBLE WIDE WITH CHARM. EXCEPTIONAL CONT. CHALET Recent upgrades; new floor covering, with detached 2-car garage. Stunning fresh paint, new light fixtures, some views to the north! Superb construction new plumbing and fixtures in the with granite counter tops, wrap decks, kitchen. 3 BR, 2 BA, attached shed stone walls, wood floors, maple cabinets with power, detached shed. Quiet and lots of storage. Lower level BR and family room. (4140896) $299,900 lot. (4108871) $52,900

CLASSIC N.E. HOME IN THE CONT RANCH with a brand new FRYEBURG ACADEMY SCHOOL DIS- LOVELY BACKYARD, 1200 SF of VILLAGE. Walk to school, library, garage! Private settng in Chocorua TRICT (MSAD) is just one of the attractive living area, traditional features such as hardwood floors and wooden post office and stores. Lovely hard- Ski & Beach water access community features of this traditional cape built in three wood floors throughout the lower has much to offer - tennis courts, stages. Landscaped, established perennial beds banister plus 3 BR, 1 BA, overrsized level. Private backyard, three season basketball, playgrounds, as well as and organic vegetable garden. Potential views kitchen, formal dining and more. snowmobile access, and then the with cutting. Outbuildings already in place, all Walk to all the local activities. Priced porch, Fryeburg Academy school to sell. (4074333) $97,900 pond!! (4065827) $169,900 included in one great price. (4071990) $198,900 district. (4045182) $136,900 4

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Dreams are made of this!

3 BR, 2 full BA MOUNTAIN HOME. 3 heat zones and 100 gallon hot water storage tank. Many upgrades over the years: new septic, roof, fireplace, chimney, new boiler (FHW using oil), all new windows upstairs, paved drive, new porch.

Repeat rental clients year after year.

(4107192) $309,800 Enjoy privacy and beauty on 22+ acres featuring amazing views from Mt. Washington to the Portland coastline, even Casco Bay from the upper elevations of your land. The all season views will entertain you and invite you as a special guest to see dozens of firework displays as they burst over the mountains on July 4th. Explore paths through the surrounding woods for hiking, hunting, snowshoing, snowmobiling or just wander to your heart’s content.

TWO STORY COLONIAL with 3 You will love the self suffiency of this home with 2 BR, BR, 2 BA and over 2400 SF of living 1 full BA (washer/dryer), living room with hearth and woodstove and a great deck. Currently running off propane, area. Attached 2 car garage, formal dining area, with 1st floor office, a generator, wood and solar, there is room for future wind new state of the art heating system, power, if desired. There is private drilled well and septic. wood fired and so much more!

(4125207) $249,900 Priced to SELL! Contact Debbie Phaneuf for more info! Pleasant Mountain views steps away!

(4131379) $199,900

Wish It. Dream It. Live Be your own boss!

IN TOWN CONVENIENCE STORE and GAS STATION Locals LOVE their hometown businesses and stay true and loyal! They come for the coffee, the chat or the fantastic deals. Gas, newspapers and coldest beer in town, so I am told! Welcome to Conway Village!

You could be the next proprietor!!

140-SEAT RESTAURANT and LOUNGE on high traffic Rt. 16/302. All F, F & E in very good condition. This valley landmark has been serving lunch, dinner 7 days a week since ‘84. Full liquor license.

Part of the scenic byways, 3rd most traveled highway in the state.

(MLS 4053327) PRICE REDUCED $349,000

(MLS 4003724) $859,900

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Attitash Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.attitashrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Badger Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.badgerrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 12, 24 Banfield Hollow Acres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.banfieldhollow.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Bean Group, Team Munck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.teammunck.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Black Bear Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.black-bear-realty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 15, 16, 17 Coldwell Banker Wright Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.wrightrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Costantino Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.ossipeelakere.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31 David R. Haine Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.davidrhainerealestate.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Exit Realty Leaders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.nicolemartinezhomes.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 For Sale by Owner - Cedar Creek Townhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Jt Realty, Brenda Lyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.jtrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Kezar Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.kezarrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 New Suncook Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.newsuncook.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Paris Cape Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.pariscaperealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Pinkham Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.pinkhamrealestate.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ReMax Presidential, Jim & Alex Drummond . www.jimdrummondrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9 ReMax Presidential, Team McDonald & Hale . . . . www.mwvhomes.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Northway Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.northwaybank.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Priority Title Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.prioritytitle.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Regency Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.edharriganmortgage.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Residential Mortgage Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.rmsmortgage.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Atlantic Pool & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.nhpoolandspa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Country Hearth & Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.countryhearthandhome.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Creative Expressions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.bywandaallen.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

East Conway Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.conwaystorage.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Milford Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.milfordflooring.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NH Log & Timber Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.newhampshireloghomes.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Seymour Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.seymour-construction.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sound Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.thesoundresort.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stan & Dan Outdoor Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . www.stananddansports.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wildcat River Log Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.wildcatriverloghomes.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Jim Drummond Direct: 603-986-8060

Alex Drummond Direct: 603-986-5910

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FABULOUS, RIVERSIDE CONT. TOWNHOUSE ON BANKS OF THE SACO only a mile to Attitash/Bear Peak.

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SPACIOUS 5000 SQUARE FOOT CONTEMPORARY VICTORIAN on 3 acres w/ XC ski trail and adjacent to Jackson Falls by the Village. Built in 2005 w/ 5 br’s – 4 baths – master suite – AC – fireplace , plenty of room to entertain and all the up grades! $695,000

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Fabulous new 22 unit Condo Development Lovely community with views to Mt. Washington and Mt. Cranmore. 2 and 3 BR units with hardwood, tile and carpet, large kitchen, 2.5 bath, gas fireplace, porch, deck, full basement and garage, customized to your own finishes.

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GORGEOUS TEN ROOM, 2,945 SF HOME with 3 BR, 3 BA, 2-car garage at beautiful Mirror Lake in Jackson. Fully furnished and tastefully appointed, it offers convenient all one-level living. The lower level has a FR, den, 3rd bath and all purpose room, storage. Low maintenance exterior. (4142273) $649,900

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SPACIOUS, FULLY FURNISHED,2 BR Linderhof condo in beautiful condition with many recent updates. Large open LR/DR/kitchen with cathedral ceiling and Jotul wood stove. Charter membership to Linderhof C.C., 9 hole golf course, tennis, pool, clubhouse. (4094694) $109,900

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BRIGHT, SPACIOUS 2 MAIN LEVEL BR, 2 BA, LARGE LOFT PENTHOUSE 1 mile to Attitash Ski Area. Open dining/living area with wood stove, vaulted ceiling and deck. Upper level loft/family room with sun deck and mountain views. Seasons has on-site rental program and great amenites. (4085726) $175,000 CONWAY T NORTH VILLAGE A

SPACIOUS, CONT. 3 LEVEL, 2 BR PLUS LOFT, 2 BA END UNIT TOWNHOUSE with pool and tennis. Skylites, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, deck, screen porch and full walkout lower level designed to be finished off. Amidst the center of shopping but peaceful and quiet. (4069466) $169,900

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What A Beautiful, Quiet Suburban Street!

Very Private with Beautiful Views

This 2006 built Cape has a great layout with granite counter tops, hardwood floors,gas fireplace and economical FHW heat. Large 10’x30’ deck wih panoramic mountain and lake view. The basement has been plumbed for a third bath and has double doors leading outside. This is a very private site, close to the best beach in Eidelweiss and minutes to all the amenities available in North Conway.

MLS# 4102553 $228,000

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide home in Tamworth Pines is on a cul de sac and there is nothing behind the home but trees! Master bedroom (big enough for a king size bed) with walk in closet, large screened porch, high ceilings, large kitchen, separate laundry room, and a spacious living area. A must see!

MLS#4079796 $54,000

445 White Mt Highway Conway, NH

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Spectacular Mountain Views – Luxury Features

This custom built tri level mountain top home is a great way to maximize your hard-earned real estate dollar! With magnificent view of Mt Washington and the Presidential Range, 5 decks, 2 balconies, 2 year round sunrooms, an indoor lap pool, a sauna and whirlpool, a huge oversized master bedroom suite, eat in kitchen, huge formal dining room, And so much more - There’s even a roughed in and wired space for an elevator!

MLS#4022528 $399,900

A Stonehurst Condominium offers a sophisticated, contemporary tri- level style with incredible on site amenities: a first class Restaurant (Stonehurst Manor), pool, tennis, incredible views of Mount Washington and in the summer a life size chess set on the common grounds. All this in your backyard! This 3 bedroom, 3 bath unit has central air, formal dining room, large kitchen, stone fireplace in a spacious living room, 2 decks and a loft. Come and enjoy the best in one of the areas best locations!

MLS#4122214 $199,000

Nice Conway Village Apartment Building

Ideally located and significantly renovated multi-unit income property served by precinct water and sewer. Handy to Conway village and sandy town beach on Saco River. Well managed by owner, many improvements in 2005.

MLS#2638882 $275,000

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76 Keyes Pond Road, Sweden—A wellmaintained & comfortable two-bedroom cottage w/100’ of frontage on the eastern shore of Keyes Pond. Knotty pine walls, wood floors, a fieldstone fireplace plus a screened porch. Separate A-frame cottage provides extra space! (MLS # 1027235) $225,000

450 West Lovell Road, Lovell—Large

201 Old Stage Road, Lovell - Log home on 4 acres, 1st-floor bedroom w/bath & walk-in closet, 2 additional BRs, brick fp & wraparound deck. Oversized garage plus a walkout basement ready for finishing.

(MLS # 1034032) $399,000

217 Foxboro Road, Lovell—This twobedroom home w/a large living room w/skylights, updated systems, front deck and large outdoor shed is close to Kezar Lake, Horseshoe Pond, White Mtn hiking and numerous ski resorts. Great yard w/fruit trees, berry bushes and garden space!

(MLS # 997234) $139,900

20 Mac Mountain Road, Lovell—This year-round furnished home has 215 feet of frontage on Cushman Pond. Plenty of sunny rooms plus a large kitchen, dining and living rooms, a 3-season porch and a front deck that overlooks the Pond! A welllandscaped/low-maintenance yard.

(MLS # 972480) $330,000

98 Severance Lodge Road, Lovell Exceptional Kezar Lake home on Middle Bay. 6,600+ sf with luxurious touches in every room plus 423 feet of water frontage. Spectacular mountain & water views.

(MLS#1037214) $3,600,000

25 Sandshore Road, Fryeburg—Sit right on top of Lovewell Pond and watch the golden sunsets! This classic four-bedroom Maine camp is accessible year-round. Swim in the summer and ice fish in the winter. Motivated Seller.

(MLS # 1017222) $225,150

252 West Lovell Road, Lovell—Classic views of the Kezar Lake Narrows & open fields plus 1,500’ lake frontage on 51 acres. This 4BR home has brick hearths, wood floors, 2-car heated garage.

(MLS # 1019237) $669,000

11 Tripp Road, Lovell—Country living at its

235 Main Street, Lovell—This wellmaintained, 2,531 sq. ft. four-bedroom Mansard style home in Lovell Village has wood floors, tall windows, a stylish kitchen w/tin ceiling, a spacious barn and a large rear yard. A must-see! $224,900

356 Ezra Heald Road, Stow—Located in the heart of the White Mtn National Forest, this 920 sq. ft. stone cottage has solar energy and efficient systems. Easy access to hiking and snowmobile trails. (MLS # 937638) $99,000

991 Main Street, Lovell—Opportunity galore w/this prime commercial property located in the heart of Center Lovell. This 2.4 acre corner lot, w/a history of successful businesses, has two well-maintained buildings w/maximum exposure on busy Route 5.

(MLS # 1014561) $169,900

four-bedroom, 2,600 sq.ft. home was built w/attention to detail, comfort and style. Tucked between Kezar Lake & Farrington Pond, this 9.75-acre lot provides access to all four-season activities.

(MLS # 1021920) Seller will entertain all offers between $375-$419,000

best; 3BR, gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, office, sunken living room, expansive bonus room. Barn w/2 stables, riding arena, woods, fields & gardens. 5 private acres! (MLS # 10023263) $295,000

224 Main Street, Lovell ME 04051 • 207-925-1500

There are many more western Maine homes and land for sale! For all local & statewide real estate information,

visit KezarRealty.com & KezarLife.com

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BEAUTIFUL MOVE-IN READY TOWNHOUSE!

176 Evergreen Dr, #39, N Conway NH

You’ll be glad to come home to this beautiful Cedar Creek Townhouse,

conveniently located off West Side Road in North Conway, NH. This beautiful, one-owner, 2-3 bedroom, 3 bath home has never been rented. Enjoy an open floor plan with three floors of living space (two floors of pine interior), central air, hardwood floors, built-in awning covering large deck and gas fireplace. The White Mountain National Forest is your back yard; the perfect playground for hiking, biking, snowmobiling & x-c skiing from your back door.

Call to view this great townhouse with log home interior, gorgeous views, pool & tennis!

Call today at 603-356-9897 or email: markdorislauren@aol.com for a viewing and you’ll see that this is not your average townhouse.

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Eidelweiss Vacation Chalet!

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2,480SF Raised Ranch. Beautiful hardwood floors, radiant heat, deeded beach rights. Call for more!

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Excellent location, great condition, and it’s furnished. Plenty of amenities plus an onsite rental program.

(4136407) $179,900 Bartlett, NH

With views & a barn! Spacious home with a huge family room. Inground pool, garage. 5.1 acres.

(4128050) $320,000 Madison, NH

3 well-appointed guest rooms. Beautiful wood floors & woodwork. Includes well known hostel: The Barn.

(2793162) $274,000 Gorham, NH

reduced on this gorgeous 3BR, Country Cape & Garage. Private setting near Conway Lake.

(4096329) $179,900 Conway, NH

Contemporary Cape with hardwood floors, corner fireplace, 2,600SF living space. Excellent neighborhood.

(4117732) $293,800 Conway, NH

architectural details in this unique Dutch Colonial set on 35 acres. Views to Mt. Washington, outbuildings & barn.

(4129811) $339,900 Freedom, NH

Brand New in Jackson—Sit on the farmer’s porch and enjoy mountain views to the west, and to Tyrol Mt. Energy-efficient Contemporary.

(4118181) $339,900 Jackson, NH

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B lack B ear R ealty ’s P remier P roperties

603-383-8080 • Route 302, Glen, NH • www.Black-Bear-Realty.com

Thorn Hill Road, Jackson

A truly turn key property which underwent major renovations in 2006. High quality craftsmanship. 14 suites w/ private baths, sunny breakfast room, cozy den with rock fireplace, mountain views and potential for additional 8 room carriage house. A perfect Family Retreat or Inn Property in a perfect resort town. Strong financials support price.

MLS# 4031462 • (603)387-7737 Please Call Paul Mayer $1,450,000

Wildflower Inn, North Conway

An historic & architectural landmark in the White Mountains. Nine large, elegant guest suites with private baths or whirlpool tubs. A stunning breakfast room & deck with the area’s best view of Mt. Washington. A well managed property ready for a new owner to take advantage of the expansion possibilities and a quality lifestyle and income.

MLS#4023037 • (603)387-7737 Call Inn Broker Paul Mayer $1,100,000

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278 Tasker Hill, Conway NH

Over 5000 sf of elegance is a perfect choice for a large family. Imagine ski week nestled in front of two beautiful fireplaces. Summer vacations playing football on 2 acres of lawn in the shadow of the Moats. Lovingly maintained, spotless and move in ready. Hardwood floors, stunning views, sub-zero & jennaire eat-in kitchen all for half the price of comparable properties.

MLS#4050469 • (603)387-7737 Exclusive by Paul Mayer $345,000

8 Wild View, Bartlett

Spectacular 23+ acre mountaintop estate with phenomenal sweeping views from Mt Washington to Mt Cranmore! Walls of glass assure dramatic views throughout. Inside this custom contemporary you will enjoy gourmet kitchen, luxurious vogue baths, oak & slate flooring, artistic wrought iron railing, large indoor pool with more views.

MLS#2766139 • (603)986-8323 Presented by Stefan Karnopp $1,250,000

The Clarendon, North Conway

Classic New England Hospitality Property minutes from skiing, hiking, canoeing and the best shopping & dining in NH. Lovingly maintained 17 room property w/strong customer base, upgraded systems, excellent road frontage and room for expansion. Business has remained stable with a positive cash flow.

Look at this perfect little resort business for your dream life in the White Mts. MLS#4084024 • (603)387-7737 Exclusive Listing By Paul Mayer $869,000

The Village House, Jackson NH

An elegant Victorian farm house on over 5 acres in the heart of Jackson Village. Views to Mt Washington and surrounded by the xc ski trails and the Wildcat river this 15 room historic Inn is a dream come true. Endless possibilities from impressive single family home, to a turn key hospitality property, or a combination residential, lodging, retail and sub dividable land. MLS#4081540 Exclusive Inn Listing Mayer & Karnopp $899,999

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Black Bear R Bill Soule 323-893-4488

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Paul Mayer Jim Miller 603-387-7737 603-986-8890

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Philip Swanson 603-986-6389

Featured Cover Property

Entertain and house a crowd of family and friends, spread out and play on 8 wooded acres. Over 4400 square feet of living space with features for playing, entertaining, pampering, and relaxing. Quiet road with low Bartlett taxes. Park & garage a fleet of cars. A rare find!

MLS #4141812 $675,000 • Call Jim

Exquisite Jackson home with enchanting gardens.

Comfortable home with elegant living areas, relaxing porches, private yard, detached 1400sf carriage house adds many possibilities.

Carriage House has been used as an antique business in the past, bring your imagination, or simply use as a large heated garage with bonus room up above.

You will enjoy this one!

MLS# 4079144 $267,900 • Call Stefan

Super clean and modern, roomy one bedroom plus loft. Across from Attitash Mtn. Resort. New countertops, upholstery, electronics, bedding, paint, carpet & appliances. Sleeps 8 comfortably. Enjoy the amenities AMV offers such as the new pool house and fire pit in walking distance from your front door. Totally turnkey. The vacation destination you’ve been waiting for! MLS#4080139 $119,900 • Call Philip

Bartlett Waterfront Land An over 1.2 acre lot along a stream and beaver pond past Bartlett Village and Stillings Grant. This level building lot offers a unique location for a classic log cabin or unique vacation home. Secluded location yet less than 5 minutes to Attitash.

MLS#4050712 $109,000 • Call Paul

Prime Location - Centered in Conway Village. This TURNKEY Property has 2-street level commercial/retail units and 6 rental units in two buildings. Major recent upgrades and renovations. Businesses will sign multi-year leases.

MLS#4084900 $318,000•Call Bill

The Valley’s Finest! 3 level, 2135 sf fully furnished townhouse with carport. Living room has vaulted ceiling with skylights and slider that lead onto deck. Cozy up in front of the large brick fireplace after a day of skiing. Very private and secluded. Pool and tennis on-site. Close to Valley amenities including skiing, hiking, biking, fine dining and shopping.

MLS# 4044234 $219,900 • Call Steve

The current owners are retiring 27-years. 260 ft on NH Highwa West Ossipee this complex incl country store with diesel, gas, kerosene, established barbers beauty shop, 20+ parking spaces modern 1BR/2BA apartments.

Attitash Townhouse Condo Minutes from Attitash Ski Trails and Indoor Pool. This great townhouse unit at seasons at Attitash sleeps 6-8 and has great rental history. Air conditioning, washer dryer, gas heat and fully furnished.

MLS#4126034 $139,900 • Contact Paul

Waterfront Jackson Village Lot Dreamed of living in Jackson, w to JTown Deli for coffee & the p mt views and the Wildcat Rive not a dream! Rare 1 acre vie above the town pond will have northerly views. Pending Appro MLS#4024743 $150,000 • Call S

Enjoy stunning views of the Ledges this like new property in Intervale. maintenance, high quality constru & insulation, one floor living, woodstove, hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, cherry cabinets gourmet kitchen. Entire 2nd floor r to be finished. Must see it to believ MLS#4138902 $295,900 • Call Paul

White Mountain Getawa

Oversized executive Home at the t Attitash Woods 180 degree views o Washington and Carter N Granite kitchen, cozy woodstove i livingroom, a bonus sleeping area a huge master suite with a private full Economical gas heat.

MLS#4113062 $289,900 • Call Pau

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Renovated Bartlett Post & Beam This mountain get-a-way is perfect.

Sitting on the banks of Abbott Brook with hardwood floors, beautiful brick FP, gourmet kitchen, woodstove, mudroom, full baths up & down, oversized 2 car garage with loft above. Come see!

MLS# 4138071 $249,900 • Call Paul

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MLS#4132219 $179,900 • Call Stefan

MAGNIFICENT VIEWS of the Moats will leave you breathless from all 3 levels of this 3BR, 4BA townhouse. Only 9 units to this association. Private secluded setting, yet minutes to town. New kitchen, sliders and roof. Native granite fireplace. Abuts National Forest.

MLS# 4063155 $199,900 • Call Steve

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At Black Bear Realty we believe in supporting the community that supports us. We founded the Black Bear Project to introduce new home buyers to some of the great charities and community organizations in the Mount Washington Valley. At each closing, Buyers and Sellers are asked to choose a local charity to receive a $25 donation by us, in the clients name, establishing an instant bond between our clients and the local volunteer community. We also sell Black Bear Stickers in Variety stores throughout the valley and donate 100% of the income annually.

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Jackson FOUR Family!

On the loop in charming Jackson Village this four family “Victorian” has been lovely maintained. Recent upgrade include roofs, septic and systems. Three 2BR units and a 1BR+loft unit make this a very marketable income property.

MLS#4137566 $399,900 • Call Paul

2 FAMILY CLASSIC NE FARM HOUSE in Bartlett Village a mile to Attitash & 15 mins to Bretton Woods. Snow mobile, XC ski, hike, swim in the Saco. Great farmers porches, plenty of space and tons of potential. Rent one and live in one. A sound building in need of updating, a great investment!

MLS# 4085720 $125,900 • Call Paul

TERRIFIC VALUE IN GLEN

Touch Mount Washington!

Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath condo on top of the world. Full on views of Mount Washington, fieldstone fireplace, gas heat, cathedral ceilings, bonus loft, and washer & dryer all for a great price.

MLS#4126048 $225,900 • Call Paul

Ski get-aways or everyday living made easy in this fully renovated contemporary, featuring modern one-floor living with beautiful hardwood and tile flooring, 2BR, 2BA, den, and open LR/DR/kitchen. Full basement for storage and more living space. Paved driveway on a level corner lot close to skiing, attractions, and all the rest. Move-in ready!

MLS#4110396 $169,900 • Call Jim

Rare Jackson NH Duplex!

Two houses for the price of one.

Classic New England farm houses in the classic White Mountain town.

Walk to the village, golf course and JXN cross country trails. These well cared for properties offer wonderful investment or vacation potential.

MLS#4064144 $249,900 • Call Paul

Off a private road in Kearsarge, 3BR with 2 master suites, 2 beautiful fireplaces, large living room with cathedral/beamed ceiling. French doors lead to deck overlooking wooded back yard, perfect for entertaining. Detached 2 car garage. Only moments from Cranmore & North Conway Village ... a perfect location!

MLS#4028327 $229,000 • Call Stefan

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MLS#4057500 $300,000 • Call Paul

White Mountain Gold!

A newly built 3 bedroom 2 full baths with over 2000 sqft on a quiet culde-sac in Bartlett just steps from Storyland & the Village of Jackson. A custom built design with an attached garage, bonus family room & huge basement for storage.

MLS#4025020 $273,900 • Call Paul

ATTITASH! WALK TO THE LIFTS! One bedroom+ suite with a kitchen, full bath and gas fireplace. Plus, a bonus one bedroom lock-out unit with a full bath. Rent one & enjoy the other! Nice upgrades, tennis, indoor & outdoor pool, & health club. You can’t afford to rent, when you can own!

MLS#2818647 $119,900 Call Paul

STUNNING HAND CRAFTED MTN. RETREAT. Custom designed home being built on a cul de sac in Eidelweiss.

Oversized lot, 3BR, 2 full BA, fp, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, cathedral ceilings & panoramic deck.

Still time to specify interior features & some floorplan options.

MLS# 2797320 $295,000 Call Paul

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david r. haine real estate Located next to Laconia Savings Bank at the intersection of Routes 16 & 153 in Conway, NH

“We know the land...we’ve lived here all of our lives.”

Moat Mountain views and privacy on 9 Acres of land with an end of a road location.

One floor home has a bright kitchen with lots of natural light and oak cabinets.

Dining room with fireplace, wood stove in living room plus a screened porch and a 2 car garage. MLS#4112798 $248,000

CONTEMPORARY STYLE HOME on 2 ⁄2 acres on a Cul-De Sac. 3BRs, 1½ BA, attached garage & paved driveway. Lots of nice touches, custom kitchen cabinets, wood ceilings, 6’’ pine flooring and a brick fireplace in the living room. Fryeburg Academy School system. MLS#4055713 $189,500

Southern exposure and a wood stove on Just a two minute walk to the common area on the Saco River is this upgraded mobile a brick hearth add extra warmth to this two bedroom home on a 1 level. Large perennial home with a large living room, family room, enclosed porch & carport. The family room flower garden. has wood floors, wood ceiling. Close to MLS# 4127405 $59,500 shopping outlets. MLS# 4070416 $37,500

MT CHOCORUA VIEW from kitchen, dining room, living room & large deck. Open concept w/ plenty of natural sunlight, 3BR, 2BA, hard wood floors, center island kitchen, propane furnace pellet stove option.

2 car garage. MLS#4116406 $245,000

Five bedroom, two bath, farm house with attached barn on 17 Acres of fields & woods.

Great opportunity to have animals and grow gardens. Just a mile to Silver Lake.

MLS# 2813266 $189,000

Silver Lake- 3BR, 2½ BA contemporary with 3-season room and 2 car garage.

100+’ frontage on the Lake. Spacious living room with wood stove.

Plenty of working space in kitchen with double ovens & granite center island.

MLS#4121714 $629,500

Relax and let somebody else shovel the snow while you are shopping or skiing in North Conway.

Two bedroom condo with a very efficient heating system.

MLS#4081278 $67,900

Contemporary with large kitchen with gas range, double oven, maple cabinets & tile floor. Insulated concrete forms, radiant heat in the floor & spray foam in the walls make this an energy efficient home. 3 car garage.

Saco River access.

MLS# 4126610 $269,900

Commercial – 5 acres of land right on Rte 16. Just a mile south of the strip in North Conway.

Town water and sewer available - Saco River Frontage. MLS#4109436 $385,000 NICE PARCEL with about 830’ of paved road frontage with electricity at the street and about 880’ river frontage on the Rocky Branch in Bartlett, NH. Good soil types and fairly level ground. Subdivision potential. Close to Attitash Ski Area. MLS#4038601 $174,000 22 ACRE parcel in Madison, NH with good views of Mt. Chocoura. Short drive to King Pine Ski Area & Silver Lake. MLS#4059191 $99,500

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Jeana Hale DeWitt Margie MacDonald 603-520-1793 603-520-0718 jeana@mwvhomes.com

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TWO MINUTE WALK TO SILVER LAKE. Well maintained Madison home on 1.15 acre corner lot is lovely with LR/DR with brick fireplace, new laminate flooring, kitchen with new refrigerator, gas range and door to a large back deck, first floor BR and tiled 3/4 BA. Upstairs are 2 BR and full BA. Full unfinished walkout basement, completely insulated and ready to finish. New FHA furnace. (4065483) $134,900

STUNNING PANORAMIC VALLEY VIEWS highlight this exceptional Cheney North built home with windows facing the view in every room, gourmet kitchen, super first floor master suite with private bath, glassed porch with screens, two nice bedrooms on the second floor with large bonus room and a second full bath, walkout lower level with finished family room, 3/4 bath and large storage area. (4129337) $695,000

GET READY RACE FANS!! This property 2 HOUSES FOR THE PRICE OF 1!! Live not only features a beautiful three bedroom, in one and rent the other or rent both!. Presone and a half bath home with natural wood ent rent of $825 + $775 = monthly income throughout, custom kitchen and cozy wood of $1,600. One is a 26X34, 2 BR Ranch with stove but also has a two car oversized 36’x28’ back deck, brick hearth and chimney and open garage with radiant heat, lift and oversized kitchen/dining area. The other is a 24X48, garage door. This property is located right off single level home with new metal roof, 3 BR, of Route 25, a perfect location near the new newer kitchen and back deck. Both homes are speedway, or can be used commercially to on crawl spaces. 2-car detached garage needs new garage door. (4138232) $198,400 start your own shop! (4130777) $179,900

QUALITY NEW CONSTRUCTION NESTLED BETWEEN ATTITASH & BEAR PEAK, is perfect for your home away from home. Walk to Attitash, Bear Peak and Saco River. Just minutes to North Conway. 4 seasons of outdoor fun! Quality inside and out with log siding, energy efficient gas heat, hardwood flooring, granite countertops and much more.

Why pay for a seasonal ski rental; when you can own one for a lifetime. (4133588) $254,000

UPDATED 1895 CONWAY VILLAGE FARMHOUSE with large backyard and water frontage on Page Randall Brook. Appealing, 2 levels with unfinished 3rd level attic. Recent updates (wiring, plumbing, heating, interior/exterior painting, more).

Tin ceiling, hardwood floors, new island bar and sitting area, 2 screened porches, detached storage building and lovely perennial gardens. (4071969) $134,900

WELL BUILT, MAINTAINED 2.5 STORY EXCELLENT LOCATION COLONIAL NEAR SILVER LAKE, offers SILVER LAKE! Year round a low maintenance exterior, oversized, detached 2+ bedroom home looking directly 2 car, 2 story garage, kitchen w/cherry cabinets, south down the lake. This home has large island bar, formal DR,spacious LR w/ been completely remodeled and feagas fireplace, office/guest room, four 2nd floor tures a designer kitchen, a great master BR, including a master suite with private full suite, fully finished lower level with BA and lower level FR and storage. Unfinished family room, bar and gas fireplace, attic could easily be finished. Lawn, perennials, screened porch and storage shed. & bushes! (4053672) $274,900 Three levels of living!! Only $274,900

STUNNING SILVER LAKE WATERFRONT HOME W/GORGEOUS VIEWS and just feet from the water’s edge. A pristine setting and over 2100 SF of great living space features an open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling windows & glass doors in living area opening to oversized deck & looking down tranquil Silver Lake. New master suite with private bath, garage, storage area, and more. Deep water frontage for boating. (4132936) $704,500

NORTH CONWAY LOCATION MINUTES TO THE VILLAGE. Deeded rights to sandy beach on the Saco! Extremely well built, large windows, wood floors (living area is covered w/quality carpet), great floor plan, spacious rooms, 4 large 2nd floor BR (master w/private bath), large entrance level FR w/half bath, lower level den/office area w/laundry room & large utility storage area. 4-season, glassed sunroom, private deck. (4090178) $239,900

RENOVATED COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL BUILDING in the heart of Ossipee Village offers great opportunities for first floor business use and includes a 49x29 foot garage/workshop area. The second and third floors are ideal as office space or residential living. Recent improvements include new metal roof, new windows, new heating system and recent exterior painting. Endless possibilities. (4133378) $139,900

MOTIVATED SELLER! SPACIOUS TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH CONDO in desirable Conway location just minutes to North Conway Village and Fryeburg. Second floor unit with great grounds with beach on the Saco River, pool and tennis court. Perfect primary or vacation home close to all valley attractions. (4091611) $95,000

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TO BE BUILT FOR THIS VIEW, a fabulously designed home. All on the main level, the master bedroom, the living and dining areas and the kitchen all embrace a spectacular alpine view.

Also features a deck and a detached 2-level garage.

New construction for a new lifestyle! (mls#2771084) $625,000

PARKER RIDGE AT STILLINGS GRANT Enjoy Spectacular MOUNTAIN Views to the south & west when you build your dream home on one of these fabulous lots. Complimentary hook up to water, septic and underground utilities are a major plus - and BIG savings! Each lot has driveway to cleared home site. Minutes to Attitash & Saco River beach. Home sites starting at $125,000 www.StillingsGrant.com

This spacious suite sleeps 8, looks up at Attitash, and is an easy walk to the chairlifts, base lodge, indoor & outdoor pools & hot tubs, tennis courts, and Matty B’s Cafe. A true destination resort!

On site property management a real plus (mls#2816540) $129,000

Fabulous 1.6 acre lot located on Cobb Farm Road in Bartlett. Just over the Saco River outside of the Village. Walk to the river in two minutes and hike up Cave Mt. right outside your door. Close to school and skiing.It just doesn’t get any better. (mls#4046387) $69,000

A SHORT STROLL TO THE SKI TRAIL is what makes this 3-level, 3-BR townhouse so attractive to a skiing family. Say goodbye to hassles of a crowded ski parking lot & base lodge. Enjoy a wonderful view out across the Saco River Valley. (mls#4108420) $310,000

This 1.15 acre parcel offers a fabulous view toward Mt. Washington and the Presidentials. A terrific setting for either a second home or a primary residence. 3-bedroom septic approval dated 5/14/10. (mls#2816117) $112,000

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Elizabeth Scully Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI

Ed Nista Owner, Broker, ABR

Nicely priced ranch on 9 acres in Lovell, w/ additional 2 acre lot & unfinished structure. 2BRs, brick hearth, 2 decks, oversized garage, paved driveway. Needs some renovations but well worth the investment. Close to public access on Kezar Lake, Keewaydin Lake, Bradley Pond and the White Mountain National Forest. Another New Listing!

Offered at just $95,000 MLS# 1043252

Amenities Galore with this private Kezar Lake cottage at Severance Lodge. Classic year round Maine lake cottage featuring 4BRs, 3BAs, fam room, deck, fieldstone FP and more. Recreational conveniences incl tennis, beach, boat slip, private club dining room, skiing nearby and access to 1400’ of lake frontage on Western Maine­­’s premiere lake.

Brand New Listing! Offered at $695,000 MLS# 1044842

Nestled in the Pines near Pleasant Point Inn is this Kezar Lake Cottage ~ Just a few hundred feet from Kezar’s most beautiful beaches, including private & town beaches. 2 bedrooms, large bath, knotty pine walls & floors with stone fireplace. May to October seasonal usage, boat slip available Relax & Enjoy! $229,000

Kezar West Horizon Lodge - Premier Location on Kezar Lake - Brand New Construction finished w/hardwood & tile floors, hardwood cabinets, granite counters, solid pine paneling, fieldstone fireplace, gas fired hot water heat, 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, garage & storage, boat slip, tennis court and Magnificent Lake & Mt Views! $748,500 MLS#1032345

Exceptional Post & Beam Cape at Westways on Kezar Lake in Lovell. Country kitchen, fieldstone fp, wrap around porch (open & screened), 5BR, 31⁄2BA, family room. East shore - upper bay w/ 1,300’ common lake frontage, boat mooring & slips, clay tennis crt, early 1900’s recreation hall w/bowling alleys, great privacy and 1/2 hour from Sunday River. $695,000 MLS#1031280

Lovell~Newer Colonial Saltbox w/antique charm.

Mountain views, 14.7 Acres. Very private. Brick fireplace, brick kitchen hearth w/antique cook stove, cherry cabinets, wide pine floors, 21⁄2 baths, screen porch, open porch, deck, 2 car attached. Garage, oil heat. $379,000 MLS#1020838

Kezar Lake Masterpiece ~ East Shore ~ Upper Bay. Outstanding year round waterfront home. 4BR, 5½ baths, magnificent kitchen, lakeside rotunda dining room, great room with cathedral ceilings and fireplace, master suite, family entertainment room w/home theater, bonus room, attached garage open deck, boat docking system, mountain views. Offered at $1,750,000 MLS# 1043139

A beautiful home set on 10 very private acres. Located in a mountain top development just down the street from Keewaydin Lake in Stoneham. Expansive mountain views. Open living, master bedroom suite & laundry on the 1st floor. 2 big bedrooms & full bath up. Gorgeous! $199,000 MLS#994430

Lovell Hardware & Build Supply - Turnkey Business includes Real Estate, Fixtures Equip & 56 yrs of Goodwill. Main St location, 3ac. 4000sf retail, 7500sf enclosed mats storage, offices & large yard. Approx $250,000 inventory sold at Seller’s cost at time of closing. $325,000 MLS#998104

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Great lot in a fantastic association with rights to gorgeous Lower Kimball Lake. Boating, fishing, swimming, canoing in the summer & direct snowmobile access in the winter.

Very close to many major ski resorts. $15,000 Attractive and affordable wooded building lot near Shawnee Peak & Public Access to Moose Pond.

Association water an utilities are available at roadside. $15,900 Affordable building lot in a convenient location. Mobile home friendly and located about a mile south of Lovell Village and less than 10 minutes to Fryeburg Village. $17,500 Affordable building lots close to Shawnee Peak Ski Area & access to Moose Pond - approved subdivision. Year round road with utilities at roadside including association water system. Good potential for view of ski slopes from lot - 2 adjacent lots available. $17,900 Wooded Building Lot conveniently located on the corner of Knights Hill and Overlook Roads in Bridgton, Maine - close to Shawnee Peak Ski Area and public access to Moose Pond and numerous other lakes and hiking trails. Four season vacation/recreation area! $25,900

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Stoneham ~ Nice wooded building lot on paved year round town road w/utilities at roadside. MSAD 72 School District, half hour to Sunday River, 20 mins to Bethel & close to public access on many lakes & ponds incl. Kezar, Keewaydin, Cushman, Heald & more. $32,500 Sizeable wooded building lot located directly across from Sabattus Mountain trail head and 177 acres of State of Maine owned conservation land. Gravel town road with utilities at roadside - maintained year round by town of Lovell. Quite dead-end road. Lovell $47,500

Nice wooded buildable lot w 425’ frontage on Cold River in Stow w/utilities at roadside. White Mtn Nat Forest & several major ski areas nearby. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking & fishing in River. Possible mountain views & moose sightings - great year round recreation area! $52,200 Very Appealing Improved Building Lot ~ in Lovell.

Driveway, stone walls & septic system installed. Terraced landscaping & solid well built driveway to elevated building site - located on year round town road - close to conservation land - Ready to Build! $54,500

Wonderful building lot on Smarts Hill in Fryeburg with very nice views of the hills & mountains. This is the site of a new home that experienced a fire in March of 2011.

Foundation appears to be serviceable for a new structure.

Drilled well & septic system remain. $65,000 Great opportunity to own a beautiful piece of land. Over 7 acres in Lovell. Quiet street & peaceful surroundings.

View potential. $69,900 Great Privacy & Wonderful White Mountain Views Spacious 9.6 acre surveyed building lot on a private road in Lovell with underground utilities at roadside. Area of high quality mountain view homes. Nice price for this much acreage and panoramic views! $89,000 13.5 acres. Dramatic Mountain View Building Lot on one of Lovell’s most desirable town roads - close to Lovell Village, Fryeburg Village, Bridgton & Conway. Panoramic views w/ Mt. Washington summit & more. $89,000 Spectacular & Rare Building Lot on Kezar Lake’s Upper Bay. 150’ of private deep waterfrontage with dramatic lake & up-close White Mountain views for your family vacation home. Swim, boat & fish in one of Maine’s most beautiful - high water quality lakes. $495,000

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Paris Cape Realty

207-743-6111 • www.pariscaperealty.com 20 High Street (Rt. 26), South Paris, ME 04281

Paris. Great opportunity on historic Paris Hill-just a stone’s throw from the country club. Attractive, spacious, well maintained 4 BR home. Bright sunny rooms. Gourmet kitchen. Screen room addition. Private back yard. Excellent curb appeal. Competitively priced.

MLS 1041698 $249,000

Sumner. Architecturally renovated ca. 1800’s Post & Beam Cape.

Vaulted ceilings, fireplace, exposed beams, large windows & deck overlooking beautiful fields & Black Mt. views, hay fields, & brook. Large barn. Short drive to Sunday River. Uniquely designed.

MLS 1043402 $199,900

Oxford. Six acres open pasture land. Lovely local vistas. Sprawling 1800’s farmhouse. Ten rooms, 1 1/2 baths, 3 BR. Additional rooms for office space, in-home business, hobbies. Fresh paint throughout.

Expansive newer 36’x 48’ multi level barn with horse stalls. Milking parlor/workshop. Possible separate house lot. Street wired for cable/ broadband internet. Known as Thomas Hill Farm.

MLS 1044269 $224,900

Harrison. Lovely cape with breezeway, appealing open concept floor plan, cherry kitchen offers expansive counter/cupbds.& island. 2-car garage plus stable-like bldg. in backyard. Hilltop setting with views. Large.bedrms. 2.03 acres.

MLS 1007290 Reduced to $239,950

Lovell. Lovely custom built 4 BR cape, beautifully decorated and maintained. Attached two car garage and additional smaller equipment/storage garage. Set well back from road with paved driveway. Quiet pastoral setting. 5.7 acres. Exceptional property.

MLS 992403 Reduced to $279,900

Norway. “The Old Whitmarsh Place”. Fall in love with the wonderful mix of old & new. Gourmet kitchen w/ Dacor gas range. Spacious family/media room. Traditional dining & living rooms, master suite w/ sauna, wide pine floors throughout,workshop, magnificent barn & screened porch w/ hot tub on 22+⁄- acres in beautiful North Norway.

Qualified buyers only. MLS 1035221 $525,000

Dummer, NH - $299,900

Conway, NH - $194,000

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Have you ever seen the Presidential Range from North of Berlin?? This log home with a huge indoor pool has a spectacular view of Mt Washington from above Pinkham Notch. This home could become a high end rental or be just the place you want to spend the next 100 years. Minutes to the Berlin Air port, as well as snowmobile and cross country ski trails. Fishing, swimming, hiking and white water rafting. Less than 30 minutes to Sunday River and Wildcat.

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Charming, warm, comfortable and close to Conway Lake beach. This home sits back off the road on over an acre of land, surrounded by woods for privacy. The house opens up to a beautifully wooded great room with a wood stove and slider to deck for easy grilling and out door meals. Master bedroom and laundry on the first floor for easy living, with a loft bedroom on the second floor. The basement has been studded and is ready to be finished. Great price for a lovely home.

MLS# 4096245

Northbrook is a beautiful condominium community in the heart of North Conway.

This unit is a ground floor corner unit that over looks the Moat Mountains. 2 bedroom 2 bathroom beautifully updated to move in condition. The Vermont Casting wood stove sits on a brick hearth in the living room. There is a laundry room, good size kitchen and dining area. The complex has an outdoor pool and tennis courts.

Looking to move your business or start a new business in the Mount Washington area? This PUD with 2,880sf of office and storage space could be just the place for you. The building is within site and access of Rt 16 with plenty of parking. About 1⁄10th of a mile from the New Hampshire Liquor store.

Suggested use might be a real estate office, law office, medical or alternative therapy space. The floors can be leased separately. $6.00 to $10.00 per square foot depending on the floor.

MLS# 4105476

MLS# 4090456

Conway NH - $6-10 commercial lease

Conway, NH - $144,900

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www.OssipeeLakeRE.com 1018A Route 16, Ossipee NH 03864

603-539-3200

Specializing in Unforgettable Real Estate in the Ossipee Lake, NH Area

Ossipee lake, like new neat, cozy waterfront home located on a small cove, nice sandy beach with landscaped retaining wall, renovated tastefully with recent improvements like cedar impression siding, windows, stainless steel appliances, roof. Features an open floor plan with living/dining area overlooking the lake, wood pellet stove insert, bright master bedroom also faces the water. Lower level has additional BR, guest room, family room and separate kitchen area. Afternoon sun and auburn lit skies form the sunsets.

The property is beautifully landscaped (4136540) Ossipee, NH $549,900 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Very well cared for, comfortable 3 BR, 21⁄2 BA with oak floors, fireplace, sliders to deck, view and screen porch. Finished basement with family room, large sun porch. This property has your own private taxiway to use the 4000 ft Grass Runway at Windsock Village (NH 69)if desired,reasonable association fee of under $300 a year only if you use the runway otherwise no fees! Large 42x40 hanger for your plane, RV, cars, boat, toys,whatever!

Plus a 2 car detached garage with a very comfortable studio apartment can be used as rental or for guests. 4.5 acre private lot.

(4071543) Ossipee, NH $330,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

EFFINGHAM - This property has it all - 4BR 2BA New Englander, barn, 34 acres + Effingham General Store. All structures well maintained.

Great opportunity for family wanting to farm and sell their wares. Store currently leased through April 2013. Located on the NH/ME border just north of Province Lake on scenic byway Route 153. Close to lake, golf, ski area, trails.

(4136233) $259,000 Cheri Schlenker 603-539-3200 x205

Unique opportunity to own on Ossipee lake. Located on the main lake, with westerly exposure (Awesome Sunsets!!!!!) and gorgeous mountain views with 2 cottages: a 4 season 2BR cottage in great shape built in 1999 with fieldstone fp, nice porch overlooks the lake and the sandy beach; and a large 1940’s 1BR camp in good condition with enclosed wrap around porch. Property has a 4BR state approved septic. Use one and rent the other out or use both for guests and overflow. Great chance to get on a very sought after part of Ossipee Lake.

(4138653) Freedom, NH $499,999 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Ossipee lake access!! Like new 3 bedroom, 2 bath, light and bright easy living ranch on a 1.42 acre in Freedom.

Great split floor plan with the master bedroom( with it’s own full bath) on one end of the home and the other 2 bedrooms on the opposite end. Dining area has sliders to a sunny deck overlooking the private back yard. The kitchen has nice oak cabinets and all new appliances.

Beautiful wide pine floors throughout. 1 car garage under. Enjoy the beautiful ,large sandy beach at the lake Ossipee Village Beach club just a short drive away!!

(4139589) Freedom, NH $189,900 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Here is your chance to own an impeccably kept Ossipee lakefront home in excellent condition. Features a wonderful open concept living/dining/kitchen area with a huge granite fireplace, nice pine floors, 2nd floor has huge 23x24 master bedroom with bath/laundry. Irrigation system, great wrap around porch, large sandy beach, boat dock. Located in calm waters on a small cove off Broad Bay, large 3 bay detached garage. Everything is ready to go nothing to do but move in and start enjoying. Property has excellent rental history/ability if one desires. Furnishings and boat are negotiable.

(4133482) Ossipee NH $599,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Regal Raised Ranch located in desirable “Lost Valley”. Large master BR & BA one end, 2 good sized BRs at the other. Bright kitchen with center island overlooks dining room and french doors to spacious deck. Unique basement level family room and separate office are perfect for guests or home business. Home wired for generator, plus an alarm system that will alert you if heat or power is out while away. Double door shed for storage, plus a totally fenced in yard are welcomed amenities.

Pine River access. Province Lake, golfing, shopping, restaurants, skiing, snowmobiling just minutes away.

(4103115) Effingham, NH $185,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

This little chalet is an incredible value!

Gorgeous stone fireplace, totally remodeled 4-season getaway. Custom kitchen and dining with sliders to a spacious deck. Comes with furnishings that you would have selected yourself for this cozy home. Wooded lot bordered by stone, plenty of parking. Lower level is ready for your touches & could accommodate guests. Skimobiling out your door.

King Pine skiing nearby, also No. Conway shopping and activities are a half hour away. Set up the Jacuzzi and relax!

(4107040) Freedom, NH $124,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Almost new expansive ranch on 2+ acres of privacy that are surrounded by stone walls and views of the Green Mountains.

Pets have room to roam, yet secure with an invisible fence included in this offering.

This home has a large master bedroom with bath, 2 additional spacious bedrooms, along with an open concept living room.

Peaceful, country location yet close to Province Lake, golf courses, ski areas & skimobile trails.

(4121165) Effingham, NH $159,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Large and bright country cape set on a nice flat one acre lot in Freedom. This home has a pine floors, newer septic, spacious living room with fireplace/wood stove insert, plus a family room with sliders to a large sunny deck. There is a first floor bedroom and two on the second level or use the one over the garage as the master as it has a separate bath. 2 car attached garage. Deeded beach access to Ossipee lake just 2/10th’s of a mile walk on a quiet road. Freedom is a quaint town with low taxes.

(4136864) Freedom, NH $229,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Country ranch on it’s own private lot.

Open concept fully applianced kitchen overlooks dining room & spacious living room; gas fireplace with stone surround can be viewed from each. Large master BR has it’s own bath. Additional BR plus a guest room/den are added features. An attached enclosed porch offers a beautiful view of wooded yard and has an efficient wood stove. Detached garage with metal roof incl furnished, heated game room.

Tent garage for a vehicle or boat and a storage shed. Well maintained home has many upgrades in move in condition.

(4103012) Center Ossipee NH $129,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

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Gerard Costantino (left) built Costantino Real Estate on family values, integrity and results. Our agents are dedicated to the full service approach to real estate. Whether buying, selling, first homes or vacation homes, our clients enjoy the benefit of working with our professional REALTORS® Susan Dube, Kathleen Kizer, Cheri Schlenker (L-R) and Michael Leclaire, who provide first class service, direct... non-stop to closing. As your neighbors, we share your goals, realizing that the foundation of strong communities rests on its people. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

Classic Ossipee Lakefront cottage with expansive mountain and lake views.

This 3 bedroom waterfront has lots of other extra room for guests including an additional separate guest suite with VIEWS. Lovely fireplace, detached garage, large wrap round screen porch. Well landscaped patios, flat sandy beach located on scenic Leavitt Bay. Loads of privacy. New dock included, furnished, totally ready for fun in the sun. Did we mention the Sunrise? SPECTACULAR. (4131395) Ossipee, NH $595,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

LUXURY LAKEFRONT HOME. High quality, absolutely beautiful high end waterfront property on Ossipee Lake. Incredible hickory woodwork, railings, hand crafted built-ins, artist’s wall details. Master suite with balcony overlooking lake, custom bath fixtures and cabinetry. Gallery leads to great room with penninsula gas fireplace. Granite counters along with granite window sills. Living space is graciously designed and perfect for entertaining. Newly landscaped, irrigation system, mature hemlocks, perennials, badminton court. Additional guest quarters that accomodate friends and family. One has to see this outstanding lake home to really appreciate the craftsmanship and detail.

(4138091) Freedom, NH $869,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Priced reduced!!Very well maintained Ossipee lakefront ranch with 100’ frontage facing Leavitt Bay. Clean and neat throughout, offered fully furnished, many updates. Cozy and traditional lake feel, with open concept living room, has wood stove . The large master bedroom has awesome lake views and a gas Yotul stove plus sliders to the deck which leads to the 5 person hot tub plus it’s own 1/2 bath! Custom landscaping, paved driveway,boat dock and detached 2 car garage! Additional lot across the street now included with sale!!!

(4132435) Freedom, NH $399,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

FREEDOM VILLAGE - Ideal home for family seeking sense of community.

Easy walk to library, town hall, river, village store, school. This charming New Englander has 3BR, 2BA, dining room, hardwood floors 3 season porch, garage/ shed/barn/workshop/craft room. Close to lakes, golf, skiing and trails.

(4087415) $149,900 Cheri Schlenker 603-539-3200 x205

Just a short walk to the beautiful sandy beach on Ossipee lake, beautiful 3 BR, 2BA contemporary located in the very sought after lake access community of Mt. View in Freedom. Open concept flow, cathedral ceilings, large deck, attached heated sun porch,large living room with wood stove. Lower level w/walkout basement, 1 car garage under. This home looks and feels like you’re on vacation.

Close to King Pine ski area, Association amenities incl. sandy beach with westerly exposure, on site boat launch, moorings by lottery, tennis/basketball.

(4135352) Freedom, NH $269,900 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Look out the and enjoy the beautiful views of Ossipee lake in this spacious tri-level townhouse. Living room has sliders to a deck, wood brick fireplace, open concept flow. The 2nd floor has a good sized master bedroom with it’s own bath, lake views there as well. There is plenty of room for all your family and guest with a loft area, finished basement has a large family room with woodstove plus it has sliders that open to the common area lawn and just steps to your beautiful sandy beach access on Ossipee Lake!! Very convenient location just a mile to Indian mound Golf course, shopping and dining (4139582) Ossipee, NH $239,000

Like new 2 bedroom Maple leaf 16 x67 manufactured home on your own land.

Well landscaped with private backyard patio, The home is very light and features large master bedroom with bath, open concept kitchen/dining area, spacious living room. Air exchanger, generator hookup, drilled well 2 bedroom septic, slab with tie downs, clean and neat and all ready for your enjoyment. Close to Ossipee lake and King pine for excellent 4 season fun.

(4071860) Freedom, NH $95,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Possibly one of the most spacious and nicest properties in Lake Ossipee Village!

This very comfortable contemporary has it all! 4 bedrooms , 3 baths plus a finished basement with huge family room and two additional guest rooms. There is a large living room with a beautiful sun porch plus a rear screen porch off the kitchen.

1st floor master bedroom with it’s own bath. Large attached two car garage for all your toys. Enjoy the beautiful sandy beach club access on Ossipee lake’s Broad Bay. Minutes to King Pine ski area.

(4132631) Freedom, NH $259,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Ossipee Lakes Berry Bay. Very well cared for 2 bedroom end unit Townhouse being sold fully furnished. Enjoy deeded access to the lake just steps away. Boat launch on site and possible mooring. Best price to get on the lake, boat moorings available (4139575) Freedom, NH $124,900 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Check out the value, with this spacious, open concept Contemporary located in Windsock Village. Features exposed beams wood stove, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large wrap around deck, porch, economical forced hot water propane heat set on a nicely wooded 1.42 corner lot, Walkout, basement (4130003) Ossipee, NH $149,900 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

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Live the Four-Season Country Club Lifestyle at

Hale ’ s Location Country Club The only thing better than playing here, is living here This

13,000 s.f. Scott Fiorentino (TMS Architects, Portsmouth, NH) designed custom retreat has been featured in Residential Architect, Builder, and REALTOR magazines.

Embraced by the natural beauty of Hale’s Location Country Club that surrounds it and the added benefits of ownership in Hale’s Location makes this the perfect 4 season family destination.

Home Features: Main Level; Custom Kitchen, Grand Family Room w/ Stone Fireplace, Library, 3 Season Porch, 1st floor Master suite, half bath, laundry, 15-pair boot dryer & 2 car garage. 2nd level; 4 designer decorated bedrooms, 2 full baths. Walk-out lower living area; includes expansive family room, gas fireplace, billiards, sauna, full bath, kids bunk area for 6, guest BR and storage.

“Carriage House” features indoor pool plus lap pool, hot tub, kitchen, exercise studio, full laundry, 2nd floor guest BR, media room, 2 baths & 2 car garage.

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