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At Forest Ring, one of the Valley’s nicest neighborhoods, this 2600sf, 3+BR home sits on a quiet, wooded corner lot. Its huge deck, wonderful glassed sunroom, cozy fireplace, stainless kitchen, and updated family room with woodstove make this a “must see”. $279,000 MLS#4194170

Love Bartlett Place! Custom crafted condo on Saco River! Sit on your porch and watch the river or entertain friends and family in the comfortable great room with toasty wood fireplace. 2 BR plus den, 3 baths, and lots of decorator details. Near Attitash. $209,900 MLS #4176693

Best Views in the Valley? Amazing 2660 sf Cedar Log Home overlooks Mt. Chocorua, the Moats and Mount Washington! Huge, sun filled great room, master suite, Chef’s Kitchen, finished walk out lower level w/ wet bar. Simply too many custom details to list. $549,900 MLS#4205626

Walk to North Conway Village or Cranmore Mountain from this fully furnished, well maintained 4BR, 21⁄2 bath home. Spacious master suite has sitting area, walk-in closet, updated bath. Many built-ins, replacement windows & cozy brick fireplace. $219,900 MLS# 4205732

North Conway Two-Family! Live in spacious 2BR apartment w/ cathedral great room, fireplace, mountain view, kitchen, full bath. Rent the lower apartment; 2 BR, living room w/ fireplace, kitchen, bath. Quiet side street close to the Village & Cranmore. $199,900 MLS#4176387

Like New 3BR, energy efficient Linderhof Chalet has been tastefully updated room-by-room. You will love the spacious living room with cathedral ceilings and beautiful fieldstone fireplace as well as the large wraparound deck. Country club membership available. $179,000 MLS#4190886

Sun filled Townhouse with large deck, mt view & 2 fireplaces is a perfect mix of rustic & cozy and bright & modern. 3BRs, 2BAs and kitchen have been recently renovated. Cathedral great room with fireplace & woodstove. Close to Cranmore & Village. $169,000 MLS#4211091

Warm, Inviting Townhouse at popular Stonehurst is spacious (3 BR & loft, 2 BA) and has a flexible floor plan that offers several living and entertaining spaces, 2 decks and woodstove.

Close to skiing, dining & shopping, furnished & ready for fun! $199,000 MLS#4173543

Charming New Englander with attached barn and nice yard in a great Bartlett Village neighborhood, close to school & the river. The home is a happy blend of old world (beautiful wood floors, bow window) and new, and includes updates such as a new septic system! $169,000 MLS#4186897

Private, Peaceful and Affordable 2BR, 2BA condo with beautiful Mts Washington & Cranmore views. Owned by the same family for 25 years, this impeccably maintained, updated, nicely furnished getaway place is ready for new owners to make happy memories. $134,900 MLS#4210102

Stone Walls & Lovely Perennial Gardens surround this 3+BR country home that feels away-from-it-all yet minutes to Fryeburg village & No Conway. Spacious, stylish and impeccable; open kitchen/dining, huge master BR, full finished bsmt & 3 bay garage. $295,000 MLS#4209859

Friends and Family will love gathering for skiing in winter, swimming in summer, at this 2100sf chalet. 100 yards from a great swimming hole, and minutes of 4 ski areas. Add a huge deck, sun room, hot tub and bring the party home! Good rental potential, too. $179,900 MLS#4180232

1800 sf White Mountains Log Home features 2 BR, 2 baths, charming farmer’s porch, large eat-in kitchen open to living area, newly finished lower level with family/bunk room, office/den. Great yard for cookouts and kids play. Close to Conway Lake and the Saco River. $179,000 MLS#4184276

Was HGTV here? It looks it! Every inch of this cheerful 2 Bedroom chalet is sunny, welcoming and move-in ready. Enjoy the Great Room with woodstove, updated kitchen, large master bedroom, sunny bonus room, deck & mountain view. In low tax Bartlett. $199,900 MLS#4150541

Location, Location, Location! Live or vacation with in walking distance to all of North Conway’s attractions. 2009 Mobile home in new condition offers an eat in kitchen, breakfast bar, custom made shed and REAL FIREPLACE. Includes some furnishings at $34,900 MLS#4195022

Dreams Begin Here! 17+ acres with mt views & a 19th century barn sparks your imagination and your dream of building a country home.

Barn is reinforced, but also offers potential as a residence. Close to Conway Village, in Madison for Silver Lake access. $129,000 MLS# 4199495

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Rustic Charm on Kezar Lake ~ Amazing log home with 500’ of lake frontage, 14.2 surveyed acres, exceptional privacy & easy access. Master bedroom suite w/private deck, great room, family room, screen porch, gourmet kitchen, cathedral ceilings, loft, bonus room ~ sleeps up to 14. Large hot tub, fieldstone fireplace, dock, open field, guest house potential, attached 2 car garage, radiant heat &more. Enjoy Kezar Lake & skiing nearby. MLS# 1073657 $1,350,000

Rare Kezar Lake Opportunity ~ Rustic old camp located at the water’s edge on Upper Bay on 1.12 acres w/180’ of private water frontage. Broad views across lake to White Mt National Forest.

Eligible (with permits) for expansion up to 30% in this lakeside location – 0’ to the lake and the old deck framing overhangs the lake. Electric, phone & internet utilities are already located on the property.

Huge Potential at just $325,000 MLS# 1007118

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Lovell ~ Sweet Year Round Lakeside Cottage on Heald Pond. Open concept kitchen, & living areas w/ adjacent screen porch & deck. 2BRs, bonus room, 11⁄2 baths, full bsmt, paved driveway, directly across from 600 acres of preservation land for protected views across the lake. 2 acres with 400’ lake frontage & 380’ on year round paved town rd. 30 min to Sunday River. $299,500 MLS# 1073179

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Lovell ~ Wonderful New England Colonial ~ spacious, charming and beautifully restored with sturdy 40’ x 50’ attached barn. Eleven acres of wooded and open land w/large sunny garden area. Views of Kezar Lake and located within walking distance of the Kezar Lake Marina, boat landing and town beach. Offered at just $329,000 MLS# 1071174

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Exceptional Post & Beam Cape at Westways on Kezar Lake. Country kitchen, fieldstone fire place, wraparound porch (open & screened), 5BR, 3 /12BA & family room. East shore – upper bay w/1’300 common lake frontage. Boat mooring, boat slip, clay tennis court, early 1900’s recreation hall w/bowling alleys, great privacy and only ½ hour from Sunday River. $649,000 MLS# 1031280

Motivation is key in this market and these sellers have it! Priced below their recent appraisal. In town home in Lovell set on a large open level lot.

3 bedroom home w/hardwood floors, gorgeous fireplace, open floor plan w/tons of light. Huge yard and impeccable landscaping. Solid home inside and out! You can also enjoy Kezar Lake just down the street.$139,000. MLS # 1053814

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Lovell ~ 2 Year Round Income-Producing 3BR, 3BA Rental Homes with great rental history and the wonderful fully renovated New England Colonial shown (left) on 20+ acres. Rentals homes are fondly named “Blueberry” & “Cranberry” and are just a very short walk from the Kezar Lake Marina, boat landing and town beach. 3 outstanding homes and income potential. $899,000 MLS#1071357

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Cozy Log Home with mountain view potential.

Open kitchen-living room-dining area (knotty pine) w/gas fireplace & brick hearth. Private double lot, New deck, screen porch, partially finished basement. Cul-de-sac location. Close to Lovell & Fryeburg Villages and also Kezar Lake! $169,000 MLS #1027126

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. $345,000 MLS#1020838

Two Adjacent Lovell Building Lots ~ Remarkable Lots ~ Remarkable Prices! Both are 5.1 acres (surveyed) & both located on Fern Drive, a town road less than a mile from the Kezar Lake Country Club (golf) and close to Kezar Lake & Shawnee Peak Ski Area, in an area of beautiful high value homes w/ electric service, phone and internet utilities right at roadside. Lots are $35,000 Each ~OR~ $65,000 For Both! MLS#’s 1078090 & 1078098

Stoneham ~ Unique & affordable 2BR, 1 bath furnished year round condo at Evergreen Valley, located at the edge of the White Mt National Forest.

You have to see to believe it at this price. Neat & clean, nice kitchen, woodstove, deck. Close to Kezar Lake. Relax - no yard work!! $49,000 MLS # 990542

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Highly Visible Commercially Zoned Property in Lovell with long frontage on Main Street (state highway Route 5) and additional frontage on two town roads.

Approximately 6 acres of land - mostly open fertile fields with slight south facing slope (formerly farm land) has a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with attached garage, in need of renovation. Simple 2 lot division is possible. Great investment potential and just one mile from Kezar Lake.

Offered at just $115,000 MLS# 1060199

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DYNAMIC 2000 SF, 3 BR+ LOFT, 2 BA CONT on 2.1 acres in Jackson overlooking Mt Washington . Vaulted ceiling, cherry floor, gas woodstove, 4 skylites, designer kitchen, open concept, massive deck, 2 car garage, ¼ mile to National Forest. $399,900

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Truly a place to unwind. (4193228) $350,000

VIEW OF MT WASHINGTON and valley from this building site 4 mi. south of Conway Village. A home with a full walk out, lower level designed to be finished would be ideal! $5,500 hookup fee to community water is incl. Great location, incredible view! (4196540) $49,900

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UPPER END, FURNISHED CONDO SWEEPING MOUNTAIN FANTASTIC 5 ACRE BUILDING SITE OVERLOOKING THE EAST BRANCH includes golf, tennis, pool, playground, RIVER, 3 BR, 2 BA Chalet offers recent VIEWS! Well maintained, bright and cheery with abutting the White Mt National Forest in clubhouse. Open LR/DR/kitchen, skylight, updates including high efficiency furnace, a great layout, master BR and bath, guest BR Bartlett yet right in the midst of all Valley deck, mountain views. 2 BR, (1 with slider newer hot water heater, new roof, flooring and bath, open layout, deck. Convenient entry, activities. Direct views of Attitash and onto a deck, 1 is loft with skylight). A/C exterior storage, nicely landscaped, outdoor westerly to Crawford Notch. Privacy, views, and a nicely updated bath. An incredible unit for summer, efficient Rinnai heating spot off the beaten path yet minutes to pool and tennis. Minutes to North Conway. accessibility! Incredible location to build unit for winter. (4160431) $129,900 (4169694) $189,900 your Dream Home! $89,900 North Conway. (4157286) $179,900

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Road to top (300’ elevation gain) roughed in. 4 wheel drivable. Abuts the WMNF. An excellent opportunity for one or more dynamic homesites! (238867) $329,000

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PRIVATE, YET ACCESSIBLE BUILDING SITE close to the Saco River, National Forest, Attitash and all Valley activities. A nice, natural slope will enable a full daylight, walk out lower level. Annual fee is $162.50 per lot and $650.00 once a home is built. 2 to choose from. (4150820) $29,900 each

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RIVER ACCESS HOMES FROM $259,900 BEAUTIFUL BUILDING SITE

BEACH AND SACO RIVER! New, to be custom built Cont. 2-level, 3 BR, 2 BA with main level master suite, full lower level designed to be finished. Garage optional.

(2739441) $269,900

2 UNITS IN 1 - SPECTACULAR NORDIC VILLAGE with fabulous mountain views.

Designed to rent SEPARATELY or USE TOGETHER AS ONE! Outstanding onsite rental program and amenities package including indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and more. (4187542) $229,000

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WELL MAINTAINED, 2 COUNTRY ACRES. 2 SKI IN SKI OUT TRAILSIDE BUILDING BR, 1 BA, 1 level living with full walkout, daylight SITE AT HIGH PASTURES AT BLACK basement and room to add another BR on the MT. The road and all utilities are main level. Large two car garage with extra workthere including underground power, shop/storage space and an additional shed. View community water and septic. Westerly potential with some clearing. Fryeburg Academy exposure and mountain views. Enjoy School District. (4156750) $95,000 living in Jackson! (4156615) $149,900

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Chalet has great location, 1-car garage, FR addi- desirable Hale’s Location, minutes from exquisitely furnished. Absolutely one of the with 2-car garage, spacious open kitchen/dining/ North Conway and seconds from the very nicest in the valley! Gorgeous kitchen living, skylights, glassed/screened porch, master tion. Home has been impeccably maintained, recent upgrades, year-round brook, wonderful links. Nice building site with gentle slope with granite, top-of-the-line appliances, BR with walk-in closet, full daylight lower level deideal for a daylight, lower level design hardwood floors, gas log fireplace, upper open concept for entertaining and sleeps 10 signed and plumbed for additional living, central comfortably. Linderhof CC membership avail- and sunny easterly/southeasterly expo- level 3 BR, (one a master), and 2 BA, and air, private sandy beach on the Saco River, paved sure. (4143833) $200,000 garage. (4179203) $229,900 able. (4196577) $279,900 roadway. Broker interest. (4197563) $282,900

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445 White Mt Highway Conway, NH

Great Bartlett Location!

• Updated Single Level 3bd/2ba Open Concept Home • Immaculately maintained, beautifully engineered hardwood flrs, efficient systems, & gas fireplace!

• Private setting, great deck for entertaining, plus 3 season sun house and shed for extra storage!

MLS#4206936 $169,900

Country Living - Yet so convenient!

• Quaint 2br/2ba updated Tamworth farmhouse • Lg eat-in kitchen and great open concept living area w/ woodstove for those extra chilly nights • Great patio, private yard, and detached 1 car garage.

• So easy to call home!

MLS# 4209373 $134,900

Shouldn’t Your Vacation Home Capture You? This one will!

• Truly better than the photos 3 BR contemporary!

• Meticulous condition, great floor plan and décor!

• Private corner lot, near beach, listed at a great price!

• Easy to view!

MLS# 4194589 $179,000

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Rockhouse Mountain Estate in Eaton

Stop Dreaming about Waterfront Living!

• Own 105’ of delightful waterfront! Relax, swim, fish, skate, ski, and snowmobile!

• Comfortable 3BR home w/ cathedral ceilings and great woodstove!

• Captivating waters-edge deck and many other features MLS#4196361 $234,900

End Unit Condominium Near the Saco River • Great Conway location, with single floor living • Added bonus – carport with extra storage • Screen porch and washer/dryer hook-up MLS#4188276 $81,900

Luxurious Adirondack on 85 spectacular acres with panoramic views 16 rooms of the finest finishes, 80 windows, 3 story fireplace, and wrap around deck. Truly beautiful estate with 2000 sqft recreation and theater wing, 8 car garage, and so much more! MLS#4162694 $3,695,000

When You’re Ready to Fall in Love • Sunny, wonderfully located home w/ 115’ of water front and impressive sandy beach • Granite countertops, gas stove, brick fireplace, cathedral ceilings, and large deck!

• Let your vacation home rental do the work for you!

MLS#4186416 $229,900

Your Quaint NH Log Home Awaits!

• Great Bartlett location, 5 room home w/ a shed, honestly homey outside, but like new inside • Eat-in kitchen, loft, entertainment room, and great covered porch to enjoy • Efficient heat, central air, wood stove, and generator for all year comfort MLS#4176294 $169,900

Upscale Living You Deserve off West Side Rd! • Amazing 3BR/4BA home with 3 spacious levels • So many updates and distinctive features! 2 gas fireplaces, sunroom, and more!

• Large deck w/ great views! Spacious garage! Plus beautiful landscaping!

MLS#4197934 $374,000

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Route 16, North Conway 603-356-9444

Debbie Phaneuf, REALTOR® 603-986-0335 Debbie@MWVHomes.com • www.sellmwv.com

Wish It. Dream It. Live It. Cover Feature

HISTORICAL PROPERTY ON A LOVELY 14+ ACRE LOT OVERLOOKING SILVER LAKE! Step onto this beautiful Silver Lake property and you’ll see why it’s been in the same family for generations.

The main house has 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, two huge living rooms, dining room, kitchen, full basement, full unfinished 3rd floor attic, and a giant screened porch overlooking Silver Lake.

The charm of yesteryear abounds with beautiful antique fixtures, crown molding, and hardwood floors.

There’s a charming cottage with 2 bedrooms, a full bath and its own kitchen, full basement and screened porch; perfect for rentals, in-laws, your studio or office.

Enjoy plenty of outbuilding storage including a 2-bay garage with carport and a double door shed. All of this sits on 14 acres with beautiful old growth trees. Gorgeous walking paths can be used for recreational vehicles, horse paths and xc skiing trails.

With Silver Lake directly across the street, and access to 5 public beaches, the possibilities are truly endless as the property is zoned commercially with no restrictions or covenants.

(4155863) $429,900

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITIES IN MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Buy yourself a job in one of the most beautiful spots in New England and enjoy a lifestyle most people just dream of ! 140 seat restaurant and lounge fronting high traffic Route 16/302. Tourist mecca that’s a favorite of locals. All F, F & E in very good condition. Family style menu. Great food at sensible prices. Lunch and dinner seven days a week, since 1984. Full liquor license. Part of the scenic byways, and third most traveled highway in the state.

(4003724) $859,900

VERY BUSY COMMERCIAL HOT SPOT of downtown Conway Village. Locals stay true to the small businessman. Come for the coffee, the chat or the fantastic deals. Every day is a new day, a new adventure, if you will. Gas, newspapers and so much more... coldest beer in town, so I am told!!! Great wine selection and all your everyday needs... always readily available at affordable prices. Come for the chili, come for the donuts direct from Leavitt’s Bakery or just come to feel a part of the village. Welcome to Conway Village! You could be the next proprietor!! (4053327) $349,000 8

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Residential • Commercial • Land • Condominium • You name it and we can find it!

PICTURESQUE COUNTRY SETTING is the scene for this like-new, spacious ranch set on 1.5 acres of flat, open fields. Wonderful fruit trees abound, large garden area and lots of sunshine, and a backyard, above-ground pool. 1600 SF, master BR with bath and walk-in closet, attached 2-car heated garage, huge, dry basement plus a great workshop/ shed in the backyard. (4202253) $195,900

THIS NEW ENGLANDER HAS A 3 BR CHALET WITH SANDY BEACH LOVELY BACKYARD, 1200 SF of living AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Recently area, traditional features such as hardwood remodeled with many updates including new floors throughout, a wooden banister, 3 appliances. Also included are 2 sheds--one BR, 1 BA, oversized kitchen, a formal attached with direct access into laundry room dining area and more. Walk to all the loand the other detached. Lovely large yard, cal activities, library, Eastman Hall of the 2 sheds and private dock. Gorgeous sunsets Performing Arts, Fryeburg Academy, even awaits you. Come to Maine and begin makBradley Park. (4074333) $89,900 ing your memories. (4210248) $155,900

LOVELY NEW ENGLANDER IN THE VILLAGE. Close to all valley activities. Be it the library, schools or stores, you name it, you can casually walk to all. In town location offers town water and sewer, easy to manage lot and lovely private backyard. Potential for at home child care. What a location!

(4172043) $129,900

BEAUTIFUL, AUTHENTIC LOG THIS STYLISH COLONIAL IS HOME in a cozy wooded setting. Three IN A LOVELY AND PRIVATE bedrooms, two baths, fieldstone fireplace COUNTRY SETTING. The home and family room on lower level. Walk to features three bedrooms, two and a half Shepherd River from your own backyard. baths and located on a private culExpanded deck that wraps into a gazebo de-sac. Close to Fryeburg Village and style setting. Very private and very nice. all local activities. Take advantage of (4164000) $224,900 Fryeburg Academy, the low tax base and privacy. (4208607) $169,900

RUSTIC COTTAGE NESTLED IN THE ROMANTIC BED & BREAKFAST over13+ ACRE PARCEL OF LAND has WOODS OF BROWNFIELD. Shared rights “so much potential”! Located in a comlooking a panoramic mountain range and to Pequawket Pond. Lots of snowmobile acthe Saco River. 9 guest rooms have private mercial zone with frontage on Route cess. Whether it’s the lakes, ponds or mounbaths, Jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces and beautiful 302, the sky really could be the limit! deck views. Nearly 30 year record of success. tains that get you... you want to get to Maine. Maybe you’d like to build your “ski home” Cont. private owner’s quarters complete with Drilled well on site, septic still needed. Bring steps away from Attitash Ski Area! full kitchen. Up-to-date services including your thoughts and finish this camp “your way.” Whatever your thoughts are, remember, sprinkler and ADA. Enjoy living & playing Minutes to the national forest and even minlow tax base and tremendous potential! utes to Shawnee Peak!(4182309) $39,500 in North Conway. (4187185) $785,000 (4186456) $375,000 TheBuyersGuideOnline. com

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MLS 4178790 • $164,900

A REAL ESTATE BARGAIN! 3 BR Chocorua Ski & Beach home near amazing sandy beach on Moores Pond features large kitchen/dining with woodstove on brick hearth, lots of storage, deck, snowmobile shed and more.

On a double lot close to Ossipee Lake, King Pine Ski Area and North Conway.

MLS 4190101 • $169,900

A UNIQUE EIDELWEISS OFFERING! 3 BR Chalet with mountain views, nice kitchen, deck, a/c, and finished basement with bathroom, sleeping area and living room with stone fireplace. Great location near Silver Lake, North Conway and all winter and summer recreation and amenities!

MLS 4208919 • $239,900

GORGEOUS CAPE ON 3.55 ACRES with direct access to snowmobile trails and rights to beaches on Moores Pond and Silver Lake features custom craftsmanship in every room, gas fireplace in basement family room, hand carved kitchen bar, and more.

Near King Pine Ski Area, Silver Lake.

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Eidelweiss | Sleeps 16 Great BIG house perfect for two families, with 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 2 kitchens.

Conway | Mountain Views Like new home is gorgeous! Great features for rental including family room with pool table. Sleeps 9.

Ossipee Lake | Cassie Cove Broad Bay | Ossipee Waterfront Gorgeous waterfront home with Peaceful cove location with sandy wireless internet and all the comforts beach and easy access to the big lake! you want on vacation.

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Eidelweiss | Privacy & Views 3 bedroom chalet with awesome mountain views. Near all winter fun and skiing!

Gorgeous Ossipee Lakefront North Conway | Brand New Excellent location just minutes from Large sandy beach with gradual slope North Conway. Fireplace, huge living to water, fire pit, boat mooring, wrap deck, recent updates, 3 bedrooms. room, family room with flat screen.

Lower Broad Bay | Ossipee Lake Gorgeous waterfront property with fireplace, 3-season porch, FR with foosball, bar area, walkout to the lake.

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TRAILSIDE HOMES in a community of architecturally stunning ski homes reminiscent of those found in Aspen and Deer Valley. For the luxury and lifestyle that those winter hotspots offer at a price that blows them out of the water, you want

Nestled at the base of Attitash Bear Peak, you will make first tracks while others are just loading their cars. Enjoy a ski home experience like no other and be forever grateful for the memories of time spent together … on and off the slopes.

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The Features You Need and the Luxuries You Want 17 Bearfoot Creek • $1,595,000

• Designer Kitchen • Vaulted Post & Beam Construction • Massive 2-story Fireplaces in the Dining Room & Great Room • 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths • Trailside Walk-In Lower Level • Ski Equipment Room • Attached 2-Car Garage • Skier Chic Furnishings

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1018A Route 16, Ossipee NH 03864

Call 603-603-539-3200

Spacious, comfortable, large ranch on 2 +⁄- acres in excellent condition. 4BRs, 2BAs, large deck, huge basement with 2 car garage under. The master is 13x19 with its own bath. Nice laminate floors throughout. Being sold with all appliances incl a pellet stove in the living/dining area & a propane generator. On a state maintained road just minutes to beautiful Province lake golf course and the beach on the lake.

Seller has a pre-home inspection/water and radon testing done and results are available. (4163845) Effingham NH $189,000 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Rustic and cute seasonal cottage located at the waters edge on quiet White Pond.

Nice small sandy beach area, Camp has field stone hearth with wood stove, monitor propane heaters, porch overlooks the pond. Being sold furnished, and surveyed, this is a great little get away or hunting camp. Located only a few miles off route 16 but yet very private. mls#4179566 Ossipee NH $155,000 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

This spacious 3 BR ranch is totally equipped to move right in! Furnished, new roof, new windows, and even a fenced in area for pets. 2 acres surround a large front deck with plenty of room for outdoor activities. Snowmobiling, skiing, walking trails, boating, all nearby. Terrific opportunity!

(4206106) Ossipee NH $87,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Wonderful,bright and cheery 3BR, 2BA manufactured double wide in great condition with newer windows, fireplace & spacious kitchen on 9+ acres with beautiful grounds, flowers & frontage on South River. Drive across your own bridge! Huge master BR suite, screened in porch. Minutes to Province Lake and the golf course.

(4181451) Effingham NH $129,000 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Golfers Dream Home! Mountain and 3rd fairway views from the lovely farmers porch of this riverfront home at Indian Mound. Association beach access on Ossipee Lake, pool & clubhouse. First floor master BR/BA, attached garage, bright kitchen/dining with river views.

Second level 3BRs, game room, office.

Skiing, hiking and snowmobile trails nearby. (4194704) Ossipee NH $298,500 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Impeccably kept spacious, 3BR, 2BA manufactured home on about 1⁄2 acre in Freedom. 3 bay garage, one side heated. Perfectly maintained grounds, private back yard, paved driveway. New metal roof, central a/c, great fireplace.

In like-new condition with a wonderful split floorplan close to Ossipee Lake minutes to skiing.

(4143927) Freedom NH $129,900 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Spacious ranch located on 1.4 private acres. Large deck overlooks wooded back yard. Gambrel style garage with finished upper level that can be used for a super game or family room. Plenty of room for snowmobile, canoe, kayak, motorcycle, storage. Close to Rt. 16 and nearby snowmobile trails, boat launch, shopping.

(4206831) Ossipee NH $80,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Exceptional quality, newly built cape on beautifully landscaped, private lot with seasonal views. Tile and European beech floors, first level has open floor plan with spacious living room w/ wood stove, large BR. Huge master suite on 2nd level with full BA & den/ office area. Lower level is finished w/ another BR suite. Secluded location minutes to Ossipee Lake and Route 16 (4186690) Ossipee NH $249,900 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Solid Country Cape located with deeded beach and boat access to Ossipee Lake in the Indian Mound association. Enjoy beach access, community pool, boat slips by seniority, walk to golf course/restaurant and shopping center. 2BRs on 2nd floor, guest room on the 1st, huge heated porch plus a three season outdoor porch, full basement. Oversized lot and a nice babbling brook alongside the property.

(4179026) Ossipee NH $130,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

Double wide, double lot, double the value! This spacious home is nestled on a private road, yet is close to all area ammenities. Loads of counter space, newer appliances, skylights, all enhance the the kitchen/dining area. Home has central air, large master with bath, easy one level living. Financing options available.

Close to all lake amenities.

(4115350) Ossipee NH $34,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

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Views, Views, Views, beautiful waterfront lot on scenic Broad Bay of Ossipee lake with a very rustic 2 bedroom camp in need of rehab or removal.

Use as is or rebuild your dream house here. 100+ feet of frontage. The camp next door can also be bought for $269k (gambrel style) or both can also be bought as a package for $479k see mls#4165554. (4181737) Ossipee NH $269,000 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

GREAT GETAWAY! Private location, yet close to snowmobile trails, deeded rights to gorgeous Pine Landing beach, boat launch and tennis. Mooring by lottery. Completely furnished lovely open concept 3BR, 2BA with woodstove, sliders to deck. Country kitchen, efficient furnace.

(4193511) Freedom NH $179,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Village Cape style home offering many rooms, lots of space, large kitchen and living room with fireplace.

There are two barns one attached and one detached, plus a two car detached garage, over 1 acre. Property needs updating and is being sold as part of an estate sale “as is”. Great potential just outside of town.

(4199351) Wolfeboro NH $145,000 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Spacious country cape on 2 acres in great shape. Features light and bright rooms, large kitchen /dining area with 1st floor laundry, 1st floor master BR and full bath, bonus room/office. Huge 2nd floor with 2 large bedrooms. Lower level is walkout basement ready to be finished into additional living space.

(4195967) Effingham NH $175,000 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Beautifully restored antique colonial located in the village withhin walking distance to town halls, stores. This home has been totally renovated inside with all new insulation, walls, wiring, flooring ,heat, kitchen and brand stainless steel appliances. The owner is a true crafstman and pride of workmanship shows throughout.Wonderful maple floors!! New septic, town water. If you are looking for basically a brand new home with the charm of an older style one, this is it!!

A Must See! (4208333) Wakefield NH $159,900 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

NEW LISTING! Quality built expansive ranch with panoramic mountain & river views. Bright and spacious, this home offers one level living at it’s best! Master BR with private bath, 1st flr. laundry, farmers’ porch, large deck off of family room. Easy commute to Rt. 16 and shopping. All area amenities nearby.

(4209348) Effingham NH $219,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

3.94 acres with deeded beach access & boat launch on Ossipee Lake! Opportunity to build your dream home without waterfront taxes. You’ll still have it all!

Rustic Western Red Cedar log home. This one has it all! Included are beach rights to Pine Landing on Ossipee Lake and are walking distance. Unique features include a gas stone hearth in the kitchen, and Jotul woodstove for heat, or cozy time after 1.15 acre lot priced to sell. Private skiing. Large master suite. Property is at yet located near all village amenities. the end of a private cul-de-sac, also shares Residents’ beach at Loon Lake nearby. 4.96 common acres. VA approved PUD. (4155878) Freedom NH $249,900 (4176351) Freedom NH $29,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

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Private location at the end of a culdesac on almost 3 acres! Open concept design with many great features like family room with gas fireplace, newer stainless steel appliances, some oak laminate and tile floors, 1st floor master BR, sunny deck with hot tub.

Huge 4 car garage. Sold furnished.

(4198873) Ossipee NH $179,900 Call Gerard • 603-520-1875

Want to own a nice home and have some rental money to help pay for it?

Check out this spacious 2 unit duplex in Ossipee on a landscaped corner lot a short walk to the marina and free state boat launch on Ossipee Lake. Home has 14 rooms; 7 on each side. Each w/ 2BRs, large living room, kitchen, dining area, 2BA, guest rm & a garage for each.

(4208677) Ossipee NH $230,000 Call Gerard Costantino • 603-520-1875

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481 White Mountain Highway Conway, NH 03818

1-800-447-2120

Mt. Washington Views! Strong rental history with this fabulous Cape/ Chalet in Rockhouse Mountain. Beach access nearby.

(4150687) $179,900 Conway, NH

Country Charmer - 1,767SF post &

beam home with a barn and garage on 2.3 acres. Pretty setting. Automatic whole house backup generator.

(4193419) $184,900 Madison, NH

Affordable Waterfront! Sweet

little camp with 110’ on Sandy Pond.

New kitchen, bath, septic. Excellent getaway. Low taxes, too!

(4197047) $165,000 Wakefield, NH Representative Photo

Skimobile Heaven - Building lot

bordering state skimobile trail. Well & septic in place. Brook on property, too.

Build your vacation home!

(4126815) $55,000 Tuftonboro, NH

4-Level Cedar Creek Townhouse…

X-C skiing out your door. New kitchen, finished basement. Pool & tennis courts on site.

(4207391) $178,900 North Conway, NH

To Be Built At Royal View-Great views from this 3BR, 2,000SF Cape.

Granite counters, hardwood floors.

Dormers & Farmers Porch Optional.

(4208979) $275,000 Conway, NH

Updated Home On A Pretty Brook - New roof, heat, master bath,

Eidelweiss Vacation Chalet!

Minutes to Attitash Skiing!

kitchen, windows, carpets, siding & more. 200’ on Mill Brook.

(4166311) $147,900 Bartlett, NH

4 bedrooms + 3 baths make this a fantastic vacation rental and family getaway. Mostly furnished. Beach rights.

(2830645) $134,000 Madison, NH

Time For Your Own Home?

Everything You Need— 4-bedroom,

Get Ready For Ski Season - Plenty

Renting gets old. This 3BR Cottage has hardwood floors, screened porch, garage, and a great yard.

(4147254) $89,900 Tamworth, NH

2 bath Gambrel on 2.2 acres. Fireplace in the LR, heated sunroom, heated 2-car garage.

(4185879) $169,900 Conway, NH

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Excellent townhouse at The Seasons, & the perfect location for hikers & skiers.

Pool, tennis, trails, rental program.

(4196257) $132,500 Bartlett, NH

of space, plus a garage, in this 3BR townhouse near Cranmore Mountain Resort. Fieldstone hearth.

(4063153) $219,900 North Conway, NH

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Panoramic Views! A magnificent

Contemporary with views from Mt. Washington to Maine. Custom Pella windows bring the outside in. Granite counters & maple cabinets. 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 baths. Beach rights, too!

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Beautiful Log Home With Mountain Views Gorgeous 3BR, 2BA

home set on 4 private acres well away from the road. Cathedral ceilings, large rooms, exceptional detail. A substantial home in serene setting.

(4193757) $379,000 Lovell, ME

Turn of the Century Estate—Classic

stone and shingle architecture in this sprawling 3,688SF Vintage home. 13 rooms, 6 BR’s, fireplaces, verandas, and beautiful millwork. Surrounded by 64 acres of 100+ year forest.

(4194813) $675,000 Freedom, NH

Land & Building Lots Royal View - Conway’s most prestigious mountain view community. Generous building lots from 1.13 to 13.72 acres with panoramic views, some including Conway Lake. $75,800 - $111,500 Conway, NH (pictured at right)

8 Serenity Lane - 4+ acres with mountain view over stone wall to Pleasant Mountain

and to Mount Chocorua. Septic info available for a 4 bedroom home. (4172894) $47,500 Fryeburg, ME

3 Wyman View Drive - Estate sized parcel with 515’ on Balch Lake. Privacy, views, property is subdivided into 11 lots and can be developed. Existing residence w/3-car garage below. Owner financing with 25% down. (4141480) $699,000 Wakefield, NH

Excellent exposure, 25+ parking spaces, huge fieldstone fireplace.

Owner’s quarters. Ample possibilities.

(4179314) $279,000 Ossipee, NH

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Apartment Complex. 12 apts. in 3

buildings close to Fryeburg Academy.

Well maintained with many upgrades.

Strong cash flow.

(4147353) $675,000 Fryeburg, ME

Commercial

Former Restaurant on Route 16!

Award-Winning B&B. 10 elegant

guest rooms, 1,000’ on the Chocorua River. 14.40 acres. 3-car garage w/second floor. Magical setting!

(4143689) $679,000 Tamworth, NH

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Why Choose JtRealty Lakefront to Mountainside?

Here’s what our 2012 clients had to say have, by far, the most professional organization I have e• “You worked with, and I’ve bought and sold a lot of homes!”

“As a modest property owner, thus landlord as well, I truly e• appreciate your expertise & efficiency throughout the rental

– R Elberg, Seller

process! I have had great tenants thanks to YOU! I love the “Ironclad Lease”......You have done for me what I could not do for myself!! Thank YOU!!”

– Kathleen Stevens, Rental Property Owner

inquired into two other companies but when I met Joy I felt a e• “Ibetter fit and was impressed with her responsiveness and candor.

We were very satisfied with all aspects of the process. Never having sold a house before, we really appreciated Joy’s guidance and knowledge. She and Emily were very patient and informative, guiding us through. Joy was available even while on vacation! I was most happy with her service and helping to make selling as “stressless” as possible.” – Lois Block, Seller

was extremely helpful while buying my home. She was e• “Nella very easy to get in touch with, and always returned my calls right

away. She had answers for all of my questions, and in my opinion went above and beyond to make my purchase possible. I highly recommend Nella Thompson as a real estate agent.”

– Jennifer Gray, Buyer

Check out our favorite properties this month:

Joy Tarbell: Trailside is the best side! Perfect Attitash location, a skier’s dream.

Open layout, fully furnished, the best deal on the mountain. Don’t miss out.

Mountainside on Attitash.

Joy@JtRealty.com $398,000

David Emmet: Forget paintings - you’ll want windows when building your new home! All rooms can have views of 30 mountains & fabulous sunsets. 2BR septic approval. Jackson. Just reduced.

David@JtRealty.com $99,900

Ryan Mahan: The best snow report is right out your window to the mountains at 88 Oak Ridge! Majestic mountain getaway with views to Mt. Washington. Madison Ryan@JtRealty.com $245,000

Suzie Laskin: Warmth & beauty surround you in this custom built log home on 5 acres with mountain views.

Fieldstone hearth & handmade stained glass adorn this peaceful Brownfield

home.

Suzie@JtRealty.com

$349,000

603-356-7200 Brenda Lyon: Attn Developers, Builders, Land Banking Investors, Family Compound Seekers: one of the last large parcels of land in the Mt. Washington Valley.

Visit www.SwiftRiverRidge.com Brenda@JtRealty.com $500,000

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Kathy Prittie: 10+ Acre Farmhouse, village & mountain views.

Handcrafted woodwork, granite kitchen, fireplace, wood flrs & more. Have horses, collect cars... there’s a barn & clubhouse! Tamworth Kathy@JtRealty.com $535,000

Nella Thompson: On the banks of the Ellis River nestled between Attitash, Black Mountain & Wildcat is where you will find this affordable and trendy 2BR 2Ba condo. Just listed.

Nella@JtRealty.com $124,500 Bartlett

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STUNNING PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN AND VALLEY VIEWS highlight this exceptional Cheney North built home. Windows face the view in every room, gourmet kitchen, super 1st floor master suite w/private BA, glassed porch with screens, 2 nice BR’s on the second floor with large bonus room and a second full bath, walkout lower level with finished FR, 3/4 BA and large storage area. (4129337) $589,000

MINUTES FROM CHOCORUA 2 HOUSES FOR THE PRICE OF 1.

1895 CONWAY VILLAGE UPDATED LAKE! Gracious circa 1790, tradiLive in one and rent the other or rent FARMHOUSE with large backyard tional, dormered cape surrounded by both. Present rent is $880 and $775 for and water frontage on Page Randall 10.5+/- acres of fields, woods, stonemonthly income of $1,655. 2 BR Ranch Brook. Appealing, two levels with walls and gorgeous flowering shrubunfinished attic. Recent updates (wir- with deck, brick hearth and chimney and bery! Recent improvements, screened open kitchen/dining area. 3 BR single ing, plumbing, heating, interior and porch, 4 fireplaces, beamed ceilings, level with new metal roof, new carpeting exterior painting, more), LR with tin gorgeous woodwork, a huge barn, ceiling, hardwood floors. Two screened and deck. Two car detached garage needs lovely stone work, gorgeous exterior new garage door. Houses are serviced porches, detached storage building and appeal and, with clearing, a view to lovely perennial gardens. Walk to the with town water and sewer. Good investMount Chocorua. (4194061) $199,000 ment property!! (4138232) $198,400 village location. (4071969) $109,900

WATERFRONT ON PEQUAWKET SKI FROM YOUR BACK DECK ONTO 75’ OF SWIFT RIVER FRONTAGE in SURROUNDED BY AN OPEN POND INLET highlights this adorTHE SLOPES OF ATTITASH BEAR a great Conway location--an easy walk FIELD AND LOOKING OUT TO able home that has been completely PEAK from the deck of this furnished, to Conway Village, shops, restaurants, THE MOUNTAINS, this superb remodeled. This three bedroom, one multi-lvel, end unit. Recent upgrades, library and schools. This adorable New Wonalancet setting may be perfect newly-remodeled kitchen, completely England style home has already been re- bath home has top-of-the-line fixtures, for you!! Quaint two story colonial home built in the 1930s and used pri- applianced, open living, granite hearth/ modeled and updated--economical pellet screened porch, shed, first floor laundry, tons of storage space and more. A great marily as a family “summer” retreat. wood stove, 1st floor FR, 3 BR incl. mas- stove, updated kitchen and baths, builthome for vacation or first-time buyers. ins to maximize space, farmers porch, House is being sold mostly furnished ter suite w/private full BA w/sunken jet (4206445) $144,900 tub & glass doors onto a 2nd deck. There fenced yard, mudroom, deck and a great minus personal items and is being are a total of 3 full BA and a sleeping loft level backyard. Affordable first-time or sold by the family who purchased it w/laundry closet. (4187526) $469,000 vacation home. (4205246) $132,500 in 1948!! (4191139) $223,200

WELL BUILT MADISON HOME with SKI IN-SKI OUT FROM THIS $3000 towards closing costs, paid by GORGEOUS HIGH-ENTRY, seller. BUILDER IS ALMOST DONE. rights to Pea Porridge Ponds and Silver Lake! Lovely cape with appealing front SLOPESIDE UNIT - one of the finest Don’t wait! Customize your brand new, at Mountainside at Attitash. Master 3 BR, 2 BA home with cathedral ceil- porch, perennial and rock gardens and an additional .46 acre lot for only $14,900.

BR with private BA, 2+ other BR and a ings and oversized 2-car garage. Open House features an open living/dining/ large loft for additional sleeping area, all concept kitchen/dining room, lower oak trim, doors, and wainscoting with walk out basement has great expansion kitchen area, 2 first floor BR, a full bathroom and a lovely back deck. Full basecedar highlights. This home has been potential for your personal den/office ment, efficient forced hot water oil heat, immaculately maintained and offers or guest room. Minutes to Conway Lake, Saco River and beautiful North detached workshop could be converted to the finest of mountainside living on the a one car garage. (4166716) $211,900 slopes of Attitash. (4185497) $524,000 Conway. (4111510) $199,900

FOR SUMMER OR WINTER FUN, this chalet-style home offers it all - LR with fieldstone fireplace, remodeled kitchen, and up to five sleeping areas (three official BR) and 2.5 BA. Completely remodeled exterior with new architectural shingled roof, recent chimney pointing, new FHW propane (Buderus) heating system.

Lovely cleared lot in convenient location with deeded rights to sandy beach on Pequawket Pond. (4145500) $139,900

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B lack Bear 603-383-8080 • Route 302, Glen, NH

Country Inn, Tamworth

Full service country inn on 23 secluded acres in the heart of the White Mountains. Well established inn & wedding business. 12 rooms and suites in the main inn, a 200 person ballroom in a renovated historic barn, 5 charming cottages, and a 2005 new Innkeepers 4 bedroom home.

This is a classic Country Inn opportunity for the right Buyer.

MLS#4198793 603-387-7737 Call Inn Broker Paul Mayer $1,250,000

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 $949,000

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Rolling Ridge Road, Bartlett

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 • (603)986-8890 Please Call Jim Miller $675,000

81 North Hampshire Ridge, Jackson

Stunning Mount Washington Views and Serene Privacy. Custom built executive home offers one floor living with a lovely Master Suite, living room with cathedral ceilings and a gas fireplace lots of built-ins and two additional guest BRs or a luxurious office with 180 degree views of the Jackson mountains. Lower level has a complete gym, tree season porch, kitchenette and 2 room guest suite. MLS#4189036 • (603) 387-7737 Please Contact Paul Mayer $650,000

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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 Mountains.

MLS#4084024 • (603)387-7737 Exclusive Listing By Paul Mayer $869,000

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

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14 Pear Forest, Intervale

Stunning craftsmanship and perfect design highlight this Gilmore Home built in 2007. Set on over 2 acres in a private community with lovely mountain views this is the perfect home for entertaining and family. From the Gourmet kitchen to the living room with its floor to ceiling windows and impressive fireplace to the elegant Master Bedroom Suite you will love every inch of this property. MLS#4175791 • (603)387-7737 Presented By Paul Mayer $849,900

Mountainside on Attitash, Bartlett

Rare high-entry slopeside unit. Ski from your living room onto the Stony Brook Trail from one of the largest and most private of Mountainside units. Open living room/dining room/kitchen area features a wood-burning fireplace, cathedral ceiling, sky lights, sliding doors to covered deck.

Separate family room includes nice built-ins and plenty of space to spread out. Large master BR, plus 2 more BRs and a sunny loft.

MLS# 4166132 • (603)986-8890 Please Call Jim Miller • $489,000

146 Tin Mine Road, Jackson

Nestled over the town of Jackson with stunning views to the Southwest. This renovated executive home is perfect for entertaining friends or as a year-round home. Enjoy a charming & bright decor highlighted with hardwood floors, bead board ceilings, soapstone gourmet sub zero and wolf kitchen. You must see the craftsmanship within to appreciate this stunning home.

MLS#2741534 • (603)387-7737 Presented by Paul Mayer $1,050,000

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#4191731 $109,900 • Call Philip

FULLY FURNISHED TURN-KEY Linderhof garden style end unit with brick fireplace and efficient monitor heating. Located a stones throw away from Story Land in Bartlett. Sound investment and family fun await you.

Sought-after chartered country club unit (golf course, tennis and outdoor pool). Chartered membership available with transfer fee MLS #4168427 $110,000 • Call John

ELLIS RIVER IN JACKSON 200’ of river frontage and a New England farmhouse with great potential. Within walking distance of Jackson Village, beatiful wood floors, a great screen porch and an impressive staircase. Many recent updates like a new roof and its location on one of NH’s best trout rivers make this a property worthy of a look!

MLS #4168383 $270,000 Call Paul

WOW! ROOM WITH A VIEW 30+ beautiful acres of hilltop land with view potential to Mt Washington & Chocorua. A 110’ foot access from Colby Hill Rd. and a second 50’ foot right of way access from Modoc Hill Rd. Secluded w/ deeded 300’ 150’ buffers from abutters. Seller will consider owner financing.

MLS#4057500 $300,000 • Call Paul

MOUNT WASHINGTON VIEWS! Fully furnished end-unit, tastefully decorated and lovingly maintained.

Great finished lower level with a bonus sleeping area, 3⁄4 bath.

Everything in this unit is great, hardwood floors, new gas FHW and hot water storage.

MLS 4170412 $259,900 Call Paul

SEASON’S AT ATTITASH 2 great townhouse units with large sleeping lofts. Both units have cathedral ceilings, gas heat and private storage units. Perfect for skiing and summer fun at a great development with an indoor pool, tennis and gym.

MLS 4181325 $135,000 • Call Paul MLS #4162663 $169,900 •Call Stefan

SERIOUS FUN! RIDICULOUS PRICE! Own a trail-side quartershare that sleeps 6 with a kitchenette. Trail-side, health club, restaurant & bar, heated pool & jacuzzi, summer attractions, RCI and on property management MLS#4054011 $17,000 Call Paul

NORDIC VILLAGE BROOKSIDE CABIN Charming and cute one bedroom cabin between a brook and the Ellis River. Gas heat, Woodstove, Small Kitchen with all the appliances and a full bath. This could be great rental income or a vacation get-a-way.

New Listing $74,900 Call Paul

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Shawn King 603-986-4462

Bill Soule 323-893-4488

Paul Mayer 603-387-7737

John Elliott 603-498-4568

LOVELY SUN FILLED RANCH. Extensive rehab done this summer: new poured concrete foundation/ basement, new roof, new entry decks, fresh interior paint, town sewer & recent heating system! Turn key and affordable home in one of the best locations in North Conway, “Kearsarge”. Minutes to Cranmore.

MLS#4198499 Call Stefan $157,900

ENJOY MT WASHINGTON VIEWS from Christmas Mt., near 4 alpine ski areas, and spectacular xc skiing! Inside is a well laid out unit, wood stove on brick hearth, beautiful built in dining area, oak wainscoting, large bay window, Rinnai heater, private patio.

Story Land just down the street and a nice to relax on! Furnished.

MLS#4190406 Call Stefan $149,900

EXCEPTIONALLY WELL CA FOR contemporary chalet soaring mountain views inclu Mount Washington and the No Cathedral ceiling, massive deck amazing views, open floor granite island, custom gas firep newer family room. Deeded righ swimming ponds just down the r MLS#4168326 $249,900 • Call St

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

PRIME BARTLETT COMMERCIAL Large lot on a heavily-traveled section of Route 16 & 302 in Bartlett.

Ten acres of possibilities on the way to ski areas, summer attractions, and other activities. A terrific location full of potential for your new business, recreation activity, or residential development.

MLS#4162836 $385,000 Call Jim

WHITE MOUNTAIN GETAWA Oversized executive Home at the of Attitash Woods 180 degree v of Mt. Washington and Carter No Granite kitchen, cozy woodstov the living room, a bonus sleeping and a huge master suite with a pr full bath. Economical gas heat.

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Dea Riendeau 603-986-1118 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 $298,500•Call Bill

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Steve Fawcett 603-730-7097

Ariella Neville 603-767-2556

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 $239,900 • Call Paul

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 $209,900 • Call Steve

ATTITASH MTN. SKI CONDO

When close is not enough! After a day of skiing serve drinks on either of the two spacious decks with a scenic view of the Presidential Range. Beautiful 3BR/2BA, sleep 8 condo, in pristine condition with beautiful master suite, fireplace, gas woodstove.

MLS#4188147 $289,000 Call Bill

ESTABLISHED BUSINESS WIT EXCEPTIONAL INCOME

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

MLS#4137685 $1,250,000 • Call B

LANDMARK CHOCORUA BUSIN Over 3000 sq.ft. of retail and reside space at the beautiful Choco Dam. Own your own business live on site. Perfect location fo gift shop, candy or ice cream s or professional offices. Large de waterfront, ample parking.

MLS#4179943 $259,900 • Call Pa

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CONDO ON THE RIVER! Spacious multi-level furnished 2BR condo on the Rocky Branch River just a mile from Attitash. Large contemporary windows, back deck, family room, wood stove, brick hearth, gas furnace, master BR w/full bath. Pool, tennis courts! Furnished.

MLS#4132219 $179,900 • Call Stefan

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

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

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PREMIER MAINE VACATION LAKE HOUSE Excellent for entertaining! Treat your friends and family to a fun day on the lake and deluxe accommodations; 5 Bedrooms, 41⁄2 Baths.

Short drive to North Conway.

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STUNNING VIEWS AND LIKE NEW CONSTRUCTION Cedar-sided Intervale chalet has stunning views of Cranmore and the Moats. This Beechwoods at Intervale home has plenty of room, gas woodstove, huge deck and eatin kitchen. Full dry basement, new appliances and modern construction materials. A White Mountain Classic!

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MLS#4167111 $145,900 • Call Paul

CHECK OUT NORDIC VILLAGE!

Great amenities including indoor pool, health club, on-site rental management and beautiful landscaping. This Two Bedroom Two Full Bath Lockout unit offers flexibility and maximum income potential at an unbelievable price.

MLS#4198736 $149,900 Call Paul

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 $219,900 • 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 $199,000 • Call Stefan

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By DAN RAFTER | CTW Features icensed contractor and television star Jason Cameron knows how to fix just about anything inside (and outside) the home.

He shows off his expertise as the host of “Man Caves” and “Desperate Landscapes” on the DIY Network. But he went through plenty of career and life changes before he settled into this gig: he’s also worked as a personal trainer, actor and fitness model/spokesman for Men’s Health magazine.

Cameron dishes about his career, his passion for the DIY life and ways to make that big upcoming home-improvement project less intimidating.

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You’re pretty much a home-improvement guru these days. Have you always been into the do-it-yourself lifestyle?

The whole home improvement thing has been a part of me for a long time, as long as I can remember. My dad was an electrician and he’d do roofing on the side. He introduced me to that type of work when I was still young. I grew up in upper Michigan, spending a lot of my time outdoors. We heated our house by wood. This meant that we’d go out every fall and summer to cut down our trees for the wood.

As a kid, I hated it. As I grew older, I see that all that manual work has been a valuable lesson to me.

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When did you make the move to the world of entertainment?

When I turned about 28 or 29 – I knew that I couldn’t live in upper Michigan and pursue entertainment, so I went to New York. I ended up working as a fitness model, which was not my plan at the time. continued on page 24

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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.”

COMFORTABLE ONE FLOOR LIVING with three bedrooms, one bath and a large living room with a wood stove on the hearth. Vinyl siding and metal roof. Easy to maintain.

MLS# 4056404 $109,500

HIGH VISIBILITY PROPERTY in Fryeburg, Maine used in the past as a beauty salon and dental office. Excellent chance to have main street for your professional business.

MLS# 4180061 $109,500

LOOK DOWN AT CONWAY LAKE and watch the sunset over Mt Chocorua from this 4BR home with a 2-car garage on 10 acres.

Bright, spacious kitchen flows into the dining room and living room. Picturesque setting with perennial flower and vegetable gardens and fruit trees. MLS# 4160038 $424,900

EXISTING COMMERCIAL use in residential zone with office/workshop on 1 acre.

Previously used as plumbing & electrical office & storage area. Could make a great office for a small business. MLS# 4180323 $84,500

WELL CARED FOR TWO BEDROOM, two bath, mobile home with a carport and a 12’ x 15’ glassed in room so you can enjoy the summer days without bugs. Access to the Saco River and bike and walking trails.

MLS# 4146201 $34,900

EATON,NH- Just down the road from the Eaton General Store and Crystal Lake beach is this three bedroom, two bath Cape style home with a two car drive under garage on a landscaped lot.

MLS#4178190 $179,900

33 PLUS ACRES OF COMMERCIAL LAND with 1425’ fronting Rte. 16. Land borders the White Mt National Forest to the North and Audubon Society on the East. 6+acres of open fields will make your commercial project visible. MLS# 4092501 $129,900

20 ACRES with pleasant views of the hills and mountains to the southeast. A gentle slope and several acres of fields make solar a possibility. Mix of timber. Existing Camp.

Well, septic and driveway installed.

MLS# 4178422 $120,000

LINDERHOF CHALET with a fireplace in the living room in the heart of ski country. Three bedrooms and a family room. Just down the street to Story Land and only a short drive to Attitash, Black and Wildcat Mountains.

MLS# 4171125 $159,000

1 ACRE LOT with good soils, paved road, underground power cable & telephone. Direct access onto a snowmobile trail.

Call for a showing. MLS# 4014152 $29,500 TWO LEVEL ACRES on a town maintained paved road just a little over a mile to boat ramp & Silver Lake town beach.

MLS# 4127397 $48,500 2 ACRE LOT IN MADISON, NH with some cutting there would be a view of Mt Chocorua. MLS# 4083088 $59,500

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But fitness is the other side of my life, it’s my other passion. It was a good way to make ends meet.

[Eventually,] I landed a part as a carpenter on “While You Were Out” for TLC. I was amazed to realize that I could be on a TV show doing what I loved to do. When “While You Were Out” was over, the DIY Network people introduced themselves to me. Since then, I’ve had a great relationship with them.

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It seems that very few acting careers happen the way people plan them.

I went to school to be a cop. You never know where life is going to take you.

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What do you enjoy so much about home improvement? Homeimprovement projects are a real chore for some people.

A lot of people don’t like working out, either, and I like that, too. I’m a very mechanical person. No joke, when I go to bed at night, I build stuff in my head. Then when I wake up, I draw it on paper. I’m just mechanically inclined. I love working with my hands.

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What advice do you have for homeowners who get around to completing their home-improvement projects?

I know that homeowners sometimes get nervous. They think they aren’t skilled enough to complete a home-improvement project.

Homeowners should spend the most time on a project to plan it out. They need to sit down and do some research. What tools do they need? Write that down. Will you have to borrow or buy tools? Who do you need to hire to help you complete the project? If you don’t have a plan, you’ll end up wandering around aimlessly.

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What can homeowners do to make themselves more comfortable with tackling home-improvement projects?

When you go into a home supply or hardware store and you have time on your hands, walk up and down the aisles. The more you familiarize yourself with the store, the more you understand where everything is and what they have, the less time you’ll waste when doing the project. © CTW Features

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Jason Cameron, DIY Network star and licensed contractor, gives a list of chores every homeowner should do after winter passes: • Take a visual inspection of the roof. No need to get on top of it – use binoculars to get a good look from below. Any missing or cracked shingles or damage near the chimney needs to be fixed, or it will get worse with time.

• Inspect the gutters and downspouts.

During the winter, they can pull away from the house.

• Look for cracks in the exterior walls, whether it’s brick or siding.

• Make sure there is enough caulk around doors and windows.

• Take a walk around the entire house to visually inspect it for any worrying features that catch the eye.

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BEAUTIFUL SALTBOX with 3 finished levels. Wide pine floors, brick hearth, central air, custom screened porch. New 2 car garage with room above. Located in Stillings Grant, Bartlett. Close to skiing, school, hiking and the amazing Saco River.

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UP ON ATTITASH, this 2,400 sq. ft townhouse offers plenty of room for family and friends. A cheery living room with fireplace to warm up by après ski. 3BR, 3BA, family room, study & open loft. Sports Club amenities incl. A wonderful vacation home! (mls#4180461) $237,500

GREAT UPDATED, FULLY FURNISHED, ground level condo at The Season’s. 2 minutes to Attitash. Onsite rental program to help with the costs. Many amenities including indoor pool. Easy access to all the Valley has to offer, in the heart of ski country. (mls#4143669) $108,900

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Last Year’s Paint,

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That stack of leftover paint cans should be put to good use.

Try these easy DIY projects to help accessorize a room

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Incidentally, leftover paint stores better and is easier to identify in a clear plastic peanut butter or mayonnaise jar, recommends Chris Ring, vice president of operations and training for ProTect Painters, a national house-painting franchise based in Ann Arbor, Mich.

As for the rest, why not use it instead of getting rid of it? Here are some projects that breathe new life into last year’s paint and create new points of interest around a home.

Repurpose an ornate picture frame as art in its own right. “Look for a frame at a flea market or junk shop that is in good shape and has something about it that speaks to you,” says interior design consultant Holly Becker, founder and editor of decor8, the popular home design blog.

“I like using ornate vintage frames because, with a little soap and water, a light sanding and a few coats of paint, you can lean it up against the wall or prop it on the mantel and use as a decorative element,” says Becker, also the coauthor of “Decorate: 1,000 Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home” (Chronicle Books, 2011).

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A dash of paint: Bold colors on a door, lamp or wall hangings can brighten up a room.

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When it’s time to part with paint, it’s OK to put it in the garbage if it’s dried or solidified. Add cat litter if necessary to absorb the moisture and harden the paint. Leftover paint that’s still usable can be donated to Habitat for Humanity or to local drama clubs for set design.

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Paint only the shelf edges or door frames for an element of surprise. Painting the shelf edges in a

cupboard or closet adds an unexpected pop of color. It’s easy to do and doesn’t require a lot of paint; even leftover test pots will get the job done.

“A strong, clean edge – perhaps in black with white shelves – is bold and graphic. That will give your cabinet or bookcase a modern edge,” Becker says. “If you tend to lean on the side of understated, go with something pale, like gray, mint or blue.”

Painting the moldings around a door “is a fresh way to liven up a space on a budget and adds a quirky touch,” Becker says.

Paint dresser drawer fronts or hardware for an entirely new look. If your dresser already is painted or

stained, you can paint over the finish, but any surface you plan to paint must be “clean, dull and dry,” Ring says.

Remove the knobs or handles and sand the drawer fronts using a fine grade of sandpaper. Wipe the sanded surfaces with

a damp cloth and allow them to dry completely before applying a coat of primer, following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Apply a coat or two of paint to the primed surfaces. Reattach the hardware once the paint has dried completely.

To prepare hardware for painting, remove it from the furniture and clean in soapy water first.

Deck the walls of a dollhouse.

“One of the best gifts my sisters and I received as children was a new dollhouse, handmade and delivered unpainted. My parents painted the exterior with paint left over from a recent refresh of our home’s exterior, and this made the gift all the more special,” says Carrie McBride, managing editor of Apartment Therapy’s online magazine Ohdeedoh. “We loved thinking of this little house as a miniature version of our own, and the same idea could be used for interior paints within a dollhouse.”

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A painted vintage frame with textured details becomes a piece of art all by itself. Group it with framed photos to create a stunning vignette.

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Start planning now for spring’s home makeover (BPT)

If April showers bring May flowers,

what do winter’s snowflakes bring? Perhaps it’s an excuse to curl up with your favorite magazines and imagine the kitchen makeover of your dreams. When the cold winter months keep you indoors, use the time to take care of things that will make your remodeling plans much easier to tackle in the spring.

have fun dreaming up all the details. Are you looking to make a bold statement or create a timeless look? No matter how large or small your project, there are many current trends that can make a big impact in your home, yet will stand the test of time. In the kitchen, white cabinetry has had a resurgence of popularity

also help with resale value down the road. “As more and more homeowners are looking to age in place, they’re demanding designs that accommodate their changing needs without compromising on style,” says Sarah Reep, Merillat Cabinetry’s design lead.

Clean house:

When you’re ready to get started on your remodel, you won’t want to worry about cleaning. Take time now to look at everything Determine the scope stored in your kitchen of your project: and pantry and Do you need just a determine what stays few coats of paint or and what can go. It’ll a whole new kitchen? make prepping for Take this time to renovation projects Merillat’s white cotton finish creates a bright, timeless look evaluate what you while serving as a clean backdrop for trendy statement pieces. that much easier. How want to accomplish. old are those spices?

If you need to work with a and can create a classic look or What about that stack of lids with designer or contractor, now is serve as the perfect complement no container to match? Have lots the time to do your research to colorful statement pieces of totes and bags hanging around? and engage professional help to that can be easily swapped out Donate the ones you don’t use plan. Look to online resources as trends change. For example, and organize the rest. If you have like the National Association of Merillat Cabinetry’s new Cotton kitchen items you can’t part with the Remodeling Industry and finish creates a clean and bright but you rarely use, pack them Houzz or ask friends and family look that can transition with you up now and store them until for recommendations. Meet with as your tastes evolve. the remodel is complete. You’ll a few prospects and see whose want as much free space to keep work and costs fit your needs. Throughout the home, universal things out of the way during your You should also determine your design is also becoming an remodel as possible. budget and use that to guide the increasingly important trend to consider. Planning your remodel If you take time now to get rest of your planning decisions. so the space is comfortable to prepared for your kitchen use for all ages and abilities will remodel, you’ll thank yourself in Look for trends that last: Once you have a good sense for not only ensure your long-term a few months when the kitchen what your project will involve, enjoyment of the space, but can of your dreams is coming to life.

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22 HEMLOCK ROAD, LOVELL—Immaculate doublewide home on a full basement. Three bedrooms, two full baths, remodeled kitchen, large three-season porch, front deck, two-car detached garage and much more. A year-round home in the center of Lovell.

Very close to town beach with golf course, hiking and skiing nearby. (MLS # 1075980) $165,000

6 LOGAN ROAD, LOVELL Classic Kezar Lake cottage with wood floors & knotty pine walls sits right on 170’ of frontage. Two working fieldstone fireplaces, large kitchen, spacious wraparound screened porch, 3 bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor. With an attached workshop and two separate sheds, this lakeside home has lots to offer.

(MLS # 1058997) $639,000

STEVENS ROAD, STONEHAM—Capture both mountain and Keewaydin Lake views from this 10-acre building lot. Protective easements protect your vista.

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(MLS # 105521) $155,000

301 MAIN STREET, LOVELL—Ideal one-floor living in Lovell Village. Enjoy an open kitchen & dining room plus a rear deck that leads to back yard with screened house & multiple sheds. Full & dry daylight basement. Close to Library, park & Kezar Lake. Fryeburg Academy district.

(MLS # 1070775) $179,900

BEAVER DAM ROAD, SWEDEN—Paddle your own canoe across the tranquil waters of Webber Pond.

Opportunity to build your country home on 65 private acres with more than 400 feet of frontage on the Pond.

Close to all of western Maine’s four-season activities.

(MLS # 1077743) $245,000

29 SANDSHORE ROAD, FRYEBURG—Fourbedroom, two-bath, year-round house with 80’ of frontage on Lovewell Pond. Overlook the pond and mountains from either the wraparound deck or 2nd floor balcony. Wood floors, new kitchen appliances and wood stove in this well-maintained home.

(MLS # 1055129) $329,000

5 SOUTH LOWER BAY ROAD, LOVELL—Yearround Kezar Lake opportunity. Open kitchen, dining and living space dominated by a large fieldstone fireplace.

Two large bedrooms, office space and a full bath. Enjoy the water and mountain views as you relax in the hot tub on the front deck. Two storage sheds and 105’ frontage.

(MLS # 1068044) $549,900

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Enjoy your own private base lodge at Bearfoot Creek where the freshly groomed trails of Attitash lead to every doorstep.

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Nestled beneath White Horse Ledge and the Moat Mountain Range, in the heart of the Mt. Washington Valley, just 2 miles from North Conway Village is the best kept secret New Hampshire has to offer...

Hale’s Location Country Club and Golf Community. Golf Magazine has declared it “One of the most unique and singularly beautiful Golf Developments in the country”!

Homes are elegantly situated on manicured lots from 1/2 acre to over 5 acres. Owners enjoy unlimited deeded golf on the panoramic Albert Zikorous designed 9 hole course. 4 deeded memberships (some restrictions apply) per lot are included in the $1750/ year association dues.

As an unincorporated township real estate taxes are extremely low, the average tax bill is $1200-$3000 per year. Hale’s Location is surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest and adjacent to Echo Lake State Park. Conveniently located to 5 major ski areas, 3 rivers, 4 lakes, 7 golf courses and direct access for hiking, biking, rock climbing and x/c skiing. Easy access from Boston (2.5 hr drive) and points south via Rt 16. If arriving by air only 75 minutes to Portland International Jet Port, or by charter plane you can fly into Eastern Slope Regional Airport in Fryeburg, Maine less than 20 minutes away. Lots start at $199,900; homes from $532,000.

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