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Best Time to Buy in 20 Years!

Call or stop in today!

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

What a Great House! That’s what you’ll say about this beautiful, spacious, quality built 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home in a very private, wooded setting 5 minutes from Cranmore and North Conway Village. Loads of custom features and updates.

Irreplaceable at $364,900 MLS#4106211

Elegant 3 BR Contemporary Colonial features a custom kitchen with mahogany counters and stainless appliances, formal living & dining rooms, wood & tile floors, luxurious master suite, huge family room, 2 car garage, farmer’s porch & beautiful stone patio. Private pool and tennis! $349,000 MLS#4114696

For Vacations, Retirement, or Carefree year round living, Village at Kearsarge is simply tops!

Lovely two bedroom townhouse offers formal living and casual family rooms, fireplace, sunny deck, pool, tennis and beautiful, landscaped grounds. $204,500 MLS#4150604

On the Water...in the Mountains... near hiking, shopping & restaurants! Lovingly maintained townhouse features Great Room, 2 BRs+den/3rd BR, 21⁄2BA & large deck overlooking the river.

Between Attitash & Storyland. Private pool & tennis. $187,900 MLS# 4151194

Rare Saco Riverfront Lot! Build your dream on .53 acres with direct frontage on the beautiful Saco. Upscale neighborhood of handsome homes is a super spot for vacations or year round: close to skiing, hiking, biking, restaurants; convenient to work, schools & shopping. $179,900 MLS#4143009

Spectacular Mountain Views! Sunfilled 3100 sf Custom Contemporary Craftsman home. Granite counters, cherry cabinets in chef’s kitchen. 3 bedrooms, 3½ baths. 9’ ceilings. Hardwood floors. Lovely gardens. Truly Special. $449,000 MLS#4136742

Privacy, Beautiful Views and room for a crowd in this affordable, impeccably maintained upper level Christmas Mountain unit. Fabulous Great Room with gas log stove, 2BRs, 2BA, huge loft. Close to skiing and all the Valley Funspots! $199,900 MLS#4122153

Charming 6 Bedroom Colonial sits by a brook close to North Conway Village and Mount Cranmore. Great for large family, two family sharing or small B&B. Fireplace. 2 porches. A lot of house for $219,000 MLS#4087707

Kearsarge Woods is a small, exclusive townhouse complex near Cranmore and the Village. A blend of wood and glass, this handsome, spacious 3½ level, 4BR features living and family rooms, huge stone fireplace, kids’ loft and mountain view deck.

Pool & tennis, too. $209,000 MLS#4150926

WOW! Imagine your own resort retreat with 6 bedrooms, great room, fireplace…and indoor swimming pool! For vacations or year round, what could be more fun? In the great Birch Hill neighborhood off West Side Road, it’s quiet, convenient and FUN! $205,000 MLS#4129224

Love to Swim Boat or Fish? Own a Home on Beautiful Conway Lake! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, great room with beautiful woodwork, beams & fireplace, screened porch, large yard and private dock with direct access to the lake. This is a must see! $299,900 MLS#4082883

North Conway Villager on a quiet street a short stroll to shops and restaurants, has been nicely updated. Enjoy the large living room with brick fireplace, stainless eat-in kitchen with butcher block island, family room, deck, large, sunny back yard. $164,900 MLS#4137598

Gorgeous Views from all 3 floors of this sunny, open concept townhouse in great location for vacations or year round. 2BR+den and family room, open living/dining/kitchen, woodstove on brick hearth. Minutes to skiing, private Silver Lake access. $149,900 MLS#4122345

Looking for a Comfortable, Economical Condo?

Spacious 2BR, 2 bath at Woodland Hills in North Conway may be “the one!” Close to the Village and all the fun, it features a great room, master suite, kitchen with ample storage, toasty woodstove & deck. $97,900 MLS#4152532

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. $215,000 MLS#4150541

Fully Refurbished 3BR, 1/1/2 bath home. New windows & insulation, updated electrical & plumbing, new carpet, tile & paint, new bathroom sinks, toilets, shower, cabinets, counter tops, tile floors, hot air heat to second floor. Move right in! $93,500 MLS#4124875

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This home feels like it is brand new! 4 BR Chocorua Ski & Beach Club home with beach rights and snowmobile access. Cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace, central A/C, and a finished basement/family room. This is one that you will fall in love with as soon as you walk in!

MLS 4149116 | $189,900

4-Unit Money Maker in North Conway.

Tons of recent upgrades including windows, paint, carpeting and more make this income property standout gem. Lots of parking, walk to town, ability to add 2 additional units. Garage, outbuilding with possibilities.

MLS 4080623 | Reduced to $334,900

Ideal New Hampshire setting with over 5 acres of peaceful land! Close to King Pine, Silver Lake and North Conway. 2 bedrooms plus 2 bonus rooms, new metal roof, efficient Baxi furnace, garage under and large storage shed.

MLS 4154367 | Just Listed at $149,900

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Ossipee Waterfront Gorgeous Ossipee Lake home.

Sandy beach, Wifi, amazing Screened porch!

North Conway | Brand New Excellent location just minutes from North Conway. Fireplace, huge living room, family room with flat screen.

Bartlett | Christmas Mt Amazing mountain views, pool & tennis too! Sleeps 6.

2 bedrooms plus loft, Wifi,

Ossipee Waterfront Updated home 16 steps From a large sandy beach.

Sunsets & gorgeous!

Conway | Views Like-new home with views.

Gorgeous condition. Pool table. Sleeps 9.

Cassie Cove Waterfront Pet friendly, sandy beach, Wifi, and a screened porch.

Fantastic location.

Mountainside at Attitash Not only fun in the winter!

Heated outdoor pool, close to North Conway, peaceful setting.

Bartlett | Fox Run Pet friendly, 4 level single townhome with Wifi.

Pool & tennis nearby.

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

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Team MacDonald & Hale

FOR SUMMER OR WINTER FUN, this chalet-style home offers it all - living room with fieldstone fireplace, remodeled kitchen, up to 5 sleeping areas (3 official BR), 2.5 BA. Remodeled exterior, new FHW propane heating system, lovely cleared lot in convenient location with deeded rights to sandy beach on Pequawket Pond. Minutes to Conway Village, ski areas, shopping and all Valley activities! (4145500) $139,900

COMPLETELY REMODELED CONT. CAPE with 3+ BR, hardwood floors on 1st floor, new carpet on the 2nd, 2 new BA, new kitchen with oak cabinetry and stainless appliances, lots of windows for great light and ventilation, den could be 1st floor BR. The exterior is new (low maintenance vinyl clapboards, soft yellow in color).

Great floor plan! (4146651) $183,500

RENOVATED 3 BR, CONT. HOME STUNNING SILVER LAKE WATERFRONT HOME W/GORGEOUS VIEWS on the shore of Little Pea Porridge Pond in and just feet from the water’s edge. A pristine Eidelweiss offers entry level 2 BR, laundry setting and over 2100 SF of great living space room, large family room and an oversized one features an open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling car garage with doors on the front and back windows & glass doors in living area opening for easy storage of snowmobiles. The kitchen to oversized deck & looking down tranquil Sil- has all new cabinets and top-of-the-line ver Lake. New master suite with private bath, appliances. The master bedroom looks out to garage, storage area, and more. Deep water the lake and features a convenient loft for additional sleeping space. (4152663) $339,000 frontage for boating. (4132936) $704,500

NESTLED ON THE NORTHERLY SHORES OF BEAUTIFUL CONWAY LAKE, looking directly south down the lake to the mountains & showered w/sunlight, sits this 3100+ SF home with over 155’ of sandy shoreline plus ownership of Little Burbank Pond. A unique opportunity to own 2.5 acres of prime water frontage w/gorgeous views, yet lots of privacy & access to abundant wildlife &woodland. (4144695) $799,000

SILVER LAKE 3 SEASON COTTAGE with large front porch, fireplaced LR and wood floors. Property includes 100’ of sandy beach and a private dock on Silver Lake with gorgeous views across the lake to the easterly mountains and a shed which houses water system, storage shed, and an adorable guest cottage. Adorable home with lovely views easterly to Silver Lake from beach and house. (4147010) $224,900

APPEALING SINGLE LEVEL HOME TRULY ONE OF THE MOST BEAUon a lovely 2.1 acre parcel minutes from TIFUL VIEWS ANYWHERE!! ImConway Village offers comfortable living maculate home has 180o view of the entire with an open kitchen/dining area, spacious Presidential Mountain Range, including LR, recently completed sunroom, 3 BR Mt. Washington, Chocorua and south including a master with a private half bath, beyond Silver and Ossipee Lakes. Open new windows, oak flooring, newly remodeled kitchen, dining/living area w/pickled pine kitchen, bathroom and a finished FR and walls, lovely natural wood flooring & catheoverflow sleeping area in the lower level dral ceiling. Extra wide cedar deck perfect highlight this home. (4153709 ) $184,000 for viewing sunsets! (4150844) $324,900

CLASSIC NEW ENGLAND FARMHOUSE in lovely Wonalancet area of Tamworth close to hiking, biking, x-c ski and snowshoeing trails. 2 screened, front porches, large living areas with brick fireplace and hearth, new FHW heating system, 1st floor BR and full BA, kitchen with newer cherry cabinetry, House is in need of cosmetic work including exterior painting. Land abuts the hemenway state forest. (4152027) $199,900

AWESOME SILVER LAKE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS from this completely remodeled home on land abutting state land & water frontage owned by the town of Madison, this adorable home offers water frontage advantages without paying the taxes for the benefits. Upstairs is a new master bedroom & sitting area w/ windows overseeing the beauty of the lake & mountains. (4143118) $274,900

PRIMARY/VACATION HOME STUNNING PANORAMIC VALLEY WITH RIGHTS TO MOORES VIEWS highlight this exceptional Cheney POND & CLOSE TO SILVER North built home with windows facing the LAKE. Adorable 3 BR Cont. Cape w/ view in every room, gourmet kitchen, super lots of glass & recent improvements first floor master suite with private bath, features new kitchen w/wood cabinets & glassed porch with screens, two nice bedgreat island, newly remodeled first floor rooms on the second floor with large bonus bath & a master BR on either the first or room and a second full bath, walkout lower second level w/private bath & open loft level with finished family room, 3/4 bath to living area below. (4153999) $184,900 and large storage area. (4129337) $695,000

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Next Ski Season is less than 5 months away

You know how the summer flies and before you know it you look out the window and see those glorious first flakes falling. Don’t be left out in the cold next year.

Warm up in your new Bearfoot Creek trailside home. $1,495,000 When you want the luxury and lifestyle that those famous winter hot spots offer at a price that blows them out of the water, you want Bearfoot Creek. The community with the only sale over $1,000,000 in 2011 in the Mt Washington Valley, Bearfoot Creek offers a truly unique trailside home experience.

House packages start at $795,000.

Only 24 homes will ever be built.

Act now and you ski out your door on opening day.

Whether it is Bearfoot Creek, Cathedral Trail, Mountainside on Attitash, or any Attitash Bear Peak Real Estate, look no further than JtRealty Lakefront to Mountainside. Specializing in Attitash Mountain Real Estate since 1994, we have the history and expertise to give you the buying experience that you deserve.

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14 Danville Road, Ossipee First time offered on the market in 80 years...this seasonal waterfront home on Ossipee Lake offers 50’of shore front, white sandy beach and level access.

Rebuilt new in 1991 from the ground up...3BR, 3/4 bath, living room, kitchen, spacious deck and private dock...this could be the lakefront home you’ve been looking for.

(4149774) Ossipee NH $289,000 Call Kathleen • 603-707-2753

Glorious Post & Beam home with spectacular views of Ossipee Lake, Knox Mountain, Mt. Washington, and the Sandwich Range. Large master loft with bath, overlooks it all! Custom kitchen and baths, wraparound cedar deck, screened in hot tub at lower level and spacious guest rooms. Close to Wolfeboro, No. Conway, Ossipee Lake, boat launches, major ski areas, golf courses, Rtes.16 & 25.

POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING. (4148956) Ossipee NH $289,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

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

Easy stroll through the Village to the library, town hall, river, village store, school. This charming New Englander has 3 large bedrooms and 2 baths, dining room, hardwood floors, 3 season porch, connecting shed/barn with a workshop/ kraft room in back. Located near Ossipee Lake, Loon Pond, Round Pond. Ski area, snowmobile trails and golf course are within 15 minute drive.

(4087415) $139,000 Cheri Schlenker 603-539-3200 x205

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.

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Building lot in much sought after MOUNTVIEW. Water access with gorgeous views, flat sandy beach, boat launch. Build your dream primary or vacation home! Low tax Freedom.

(4146619) $49,000 •••••• LARGE LAKE OSSIPEE VILLAGE LOT. Design your dream vacation getaway, super location for all seasons.

Option to join Beach Club which provides access to a gorgeous sandy beach on Broad Bay. (4095601) $49,900 •••••••• BEACH ACCESS LOT just a short stroll to clubhouse and beachfront. Buy now & build on this level lot for vacation enjoyment. Town paved road access in low tax Freedom.

(2780973) $59,900 •••••••• Number one camping site with lake views.

Perfect for your park model or travel trailer. Small, AG approved association, on site store, gas pumps, boat launch. Boat slips/dock options available at additional cost. Still time for summer fun!

(4039722) $64,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

252 Silver Pine Lane, Tamworth With attention to detail both inside and out, this home in Sokokis Pines is one of its finest. A wooded level lot offers privacy, quite, paved driveway and a two car attached garage. Enjoy time outdoors on the large deck off the dining room; 3BR, 2Baths, LR, DR, FR, extra storage space with still more room for expansion if needed in the basement level. Granite counter tops, crown molding, gas fireplace and laminate wood flooring add to the quality and finish of this Sokokis Pines home.

(4152740) Tamworth NH $215,000 Call Kathleen • 603-707-2753

118 Washington Drive, Unit 53 The best valued unit in Freedom Village!

Ossipee Lake Townhouse with an unobstructed view and access to Berry Bay. 980 sq. ft of living space, 2BR’s w/ balcony access, 1.5 baths, open concept kitchen, living room and dining area.

Enjoy the lake access, boat launch, mooring, private beach, large common area and ample storage area for boats and trailers on site. Recently upgraded, new 1/2 bath fixtures, paint, vinyl flooring in the bath, kitchen...new carpeting in both of the bedrooms. Come and enjoy all the Lakes Region of NH has to offer!

(4152962) Freedom NH $124,500 Call Kathleen • 603-707-2753

OSSIPEE - This outstanding waterfront cottage is located directly on Lake Ossipee in Weetamoe Shores, a private community. The views are expansive, the lot is level and the beach is sandy. There are two bedrooms with a loft for overflow. Amenities inc. cherry floors, black granite countertop, furnace rated fireplace, master bath w/jacuzzi tub, screened porch, two dock slips. Comfortable design and quality throughout.

(4152395) $495,000 Call Cheri Schlenker 603-539-3200 x205

PANORAMIC VIEWS! This gorgeous log home offers tons of privacy and a deck overlooking the peaceful landscape of Effingham N.H. Interior offers oversized windows, loft master, 2 full baths, family room with pellet stove. Enjoy the scenery while in the open concept kitchen with skylights allowing you to dine under the stars. All this with 13+ acres to explore and experience the wildlife.Possible subdivision. Province Lake, golf courses, hiking trails, skiing all nearby. Awake to a spectacular SUNRISE. (4150161) Effingham NH $239,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

Opportunity to own a cozy cottage on Ossipee Lake’s popular Broad Bay! Totally equipped and furnished so you can just move right in and relax! This 2 bedroom plus loft home is a perfect spot for entertaining or just plain enjoyment.

Once you’re there you won’t want to leave. Sit out on the deck to watch the sunsets, or in the screened Gazebo located at the sandy beach. Close to all-season activities, with golf, skiing,hiking trails all nearby.

(4148740) Ossipee NH $359,900 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

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Successful, established, loyal clientele ... all attributes of this landmark Tamworth restaurant and pub. The perfect opportunity to continue current busy operations with it’s 28 yr. history of serving locals, tourists, and Barnstomers Theater goers with seating up to 126. Fully equipped and ready to walk right in and make it your own! Close to Routes 25 + 16, loads of parking, outside deck, pub + dance floor and private dining rooms.

(4149911) Tamworth NH $395,000 Call Susan Dube • 603-986-6917

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Homes, Land, Commercial, Condo.

You name it, we can find it!

JUST REDUCED! GREAT MOUNTAIN HOME with 3 BR, 2 FULL BA, wood fireplace.

House is wired for five kilowatt, electric start generator with underground 1500 gallon propane tank.

3 heat zones, 100 gallon hot water storage tank. Upgrades made in 1998 were a new septic, roof, fireplace and chimney. Upgrades in 2000 were a CLASSIC N.E. HOME IN THE FRYEBURG ACADEMY SCHOOL DISnew boiler (forced hot water using oil) and sheetrock in most rooms over the VILLAGE. Walk to school, library, TRICT (MSAD) is just one of the attractive paneling. All new windows upstairs along with three Andersen sliding glass post office and stores. Lovely hard- features of this traditional cape built in three doors to the porch. In 2006, upgrades included a paved drive, new porch and wood floors throughout the lower stages. Landscaped, established perennial beds installed 20’ electric awning. Rental history gross amounts are anywhere from level. Private backyard, three season and organic vegetable garden. Potential views $22,000 to $25,000 via listing on multiple websites, as well as repeat clients porch, Fryeburg Academy school with cutting. Outbuildings already in place, all year after year. Generator is included in the Sale.(4107192) $279,900 district. (4045182) $136,900 included in one great price. (4071990) $198,900

TWO STORY COLONIAL with 3 BR, 2 BA and over 2400 SF of living area.

Attached 2 car garage, formal dining area, with 1st floor office, new state of the art heating system, wood fired and so much more! Pleasant Mountain views steps away! (4131379) $199,900

LOVELY BACKYARD, 1200 SF of living area, traditional features such as hardwood floors and wooden banister plus 3 BR, 1 BA, overrsized kitchen, formal dining and more.

Walk to all the local activaities.

Priced to sell. (4074333) $97,900

IMMACULATE 2 BR, 2 BA HOME ENERGY EFFICIENT BERM HOME ON 10+ ACRES of plush in showcase condition. Seller is quite natural landscape. Centrally located to motivated. Enjoy community living, valley attractions and a short distance to with neighbors nearby. Convenient to King Pine Ski Area. Playing or staying- all stores and hospitals. Saco River and -this could be the “green home” you’ve national forest just a few moments away been looking for! (4137470) $169,900 in either direction. (4137577) $46,900

PRECIOUS CHALET IN EIDEL3 LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE, EXCEPTIONAL CONT. CHALET PRIVACY AND BEAUTY ON 22+ walk-out living area to your patio. WEISS. Low maintenance with easy acwith detached 2-car garage. Stunning ACRES. 2 BR, 1 full BA, LR with views to the north! Superb construction woodstove . Great deck, amazing views Swim in the Saco River, canoe, hike cess to the ponds and a seasonal view. 2+ with granite counter tops, wrap decks, and paths for walking, snowshoeing, etc. in the White Mountains. Come for BR with loft, 2 BA, sleeps up to 13, great parking, decks for outside entertaining! the waterfront, stay for the qualstone walls, wood floors, maple cabinets through the surrounding woods. Curand lots of storage. Lower level BR and rently running off propane, a generator, ity of LIFE. Easy to maintain inside Vinyl sided, new roof, gas fireplace and so much more! (4153859) $119,900 unit, very efficient to heat! WOW! family room. (4140896) $299,900 wood and solar. (4125207) $224,900 $117,900 8

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Welcome to the Silver Lake House!

With a long tradition of hosting generations of travelers, this wonderful property enjoys a delightful location overlooking pristine Silver Lake in Madison.

While New Hampshire is called the Switzerland of America, Silver Lake, with its curving, sandy beaches commands a view that suggests a Highland Loch, attracting lovers of pure mountain air and beautiful scenery.

Come home to the Silver Lake house and create your own family history and memories! $429,900 For more information on this charming property featuring main house and a 2 BR cottage please contact Debbie Phaneuf today at 603-986-0335

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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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BEAUTIFUL MOVE-IN READY TOWNHOUSE!

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

176 Evergreen Dr, #39, N Conway NH

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 unique 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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$214,900

Across from Attitash • Rt. 302, Bartlett, NH (603) 374-6514 •1-888-782-9268 www.AttitashRealty.com

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

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) $102,500

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

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Ed Nista Owner, Broker, ABR

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

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

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

Enjoy the many amenities of the Severance Lodge Club on Kezar lake with this winterized 3 bedroom, waterfront cottage. Clubhouse dining room, tennis court, grounds keepers, beach and well maintained marina.

Mountain & lake views from the deck & screened porch enhance this comfortable lifestyle. $595,000 MLS #1049660

Nestled in the Pines near Pleasant Point Inn is Farringtons Association~Just a few hundred feet from Kezar’s most beautiful beaches, including private & town beaches are 2 great cottages. Both offer 2BR, large bath, knotty pine walls & floors and gorgeous stone fireplaces.

May to Oct seasonal usage, boat slip available. $229,000 & $279,000 MLS#’s 1049728 & 1051619

Fryeburg. To Be Built Saltbox offering 3BR, 2BA, 1car garage & full walkout basement. Kimball Lake Shores is a small community on Lower Kimball Lake offering a large beach, baseball field, a navigable brook & more. Easy entry into the water & amazing mt views. Boat, water ski, tube, canoe & fish. Snowmobile from your door. MLS#1052043 $169,000 Lot next door available for $15,000

Exceedingly Rare! Very Private Waterfront Lot and primitive Camp on Horseshoe Pond, surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest. Quiet 132 acre mountain pond for boating, swimming, fishing & hunting. This is LL Bean country - Relax and Enjoy! $150,000 MLS #1051526

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

Cozy Log Home with mountain view potential. Open kitchen-living room-dining area (knoty pine) w/gas fireplace & brick hearth. Private double lot, New deck, screen porch, partially finished bsmt. Cul-de-sac location.

Close to Lovell & Fryeburg Villages. $189,000 MLS #1027126

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

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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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

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Nice wooded bld lot/w 425’ ftg 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 Mtn 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

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Jim Drummond Direct: 603-986-8060

Alex Drummond Direct: 603-986-5910

jim@jimdrummondrealty.com

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FABULOUS, RIVERSIDE CONT. TOWNHOUSE ON BANKS OF THE SACO only a mile to Attitash/Bear Peak. Furnished, main level living, master suite with whirlpool tub, LR with cathedral ceiling and fireplace, large screened porch, eat in kitchen. Beautifully landscaped and tennis, too! (4083699) $239,900

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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.

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IMMACULATE, BRIGHT & CHEERY! Heated ga- SPACIOUS 2000+ SF, 3+ BR, 1.5 BA rage, finished lower level, 2 BR plus den, 2.5 BA, HOME on Bald Hll Road has a large FR on lower level, efficient mudroom entry and pine paneled living room, kitchen, den, lots of extras, including central air conditioning! family room and sun porch (nearly Offered mostly furnished. Convenient location finished). Lots of living space and 1600+ to Conway and North Conway and minutes to SF workshop/garage area for hobbies. association beach. (4150372) $179,900 (4084974) $139,900.

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18 PRIVATE ACRES WITH FANTASTIC MOUN- BRIGHT, AIRY 2900 SF RANCH with 1.5-car WELL MAINTAINED AND SPACIOUS HOME ON garage, all one level living, full, finished ONE ACRE just minutes to Fryeburg Academy. Great TAIN VIEWS! Sunny exposure with passive solar lower level FR, large entry, open kitchen/ layout with open kitchen, living and dining. Very potential. Beautiful private drive installed and DR/LR/sunroom, 3 BR. There is a sunny comfortable living open to dining and private en suite cleared building site--ready to go for your custom home! Great location with convenient and easy garden area. Home is located in a very quiet master BR. Full, finished, daylight lower level that access to Fryeburg Academy, North Conway, the neighborhood. New roof last year and central opens up to an amazing yard and detached one car air conditioning. (4084021) $189,900 garage/workshop. (4084623) $129,900 Saco River , skiing, shopping. (4142570) $99,900

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BRIGHT, AIRY 3 LEVEL JACKSON CONT. with DYNAMIC, AFFORDABLE 2 BR CONDO WITH LUXURIOUS, NEW 4400 SF RIVERFRONT main level LR with fieldstone fireplace, sunny LINDERHOF C.C. MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED--golf, CONT. at Evergreens on the Saco. Features deck with views, open eat-in kitchen and small tennis, pool, clubhouse and much more! Main level, 3 BR suites, 3 HALF BA, great room, vaulted den. Upper level has 3 sunny BR (including a end unit features a granite fireplace, renovated ceilings, cherry and tile floors, country master with BA) and 2 BA, lower level FR, laundry kitchen with granite counters, beamed ceiling, mas- kitchen with walnut cabinets and granite area, mudroom and workshop. Tree house and a ter BR with bath and living room with deck. Terrific counter, den, study, large family room, two 10X12 foot storage shed. (4150519) $279,900 for personal use or rental. (4145458) $102,900 car garage and more! (2737813) $449,500

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SPACIOUS CHALET at the base of Cathedral Ledge.

4 BR, 1.5 BA, sleep a crowd, spacious living area with vaulted ceiling, hearth, wood stove, deck, open kitchen/dining area with new flooring. Walk to miles of trails and Echo Lake State Park. (4074229) $209,900

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OFF THE BEATEN PATH, yet walk to Village, CUSTOM BUILT TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS school shopping, dining. Nicely updated home, all close to Mt Cranmore! 3 BR, (5 BR approval), on one level, cozy living, wood fireplace, hardwood 2 BA, Cont. Saltbox townhome featuring floors, updated kitchen, nicely landscaped fenced convenient main level living with first floor yard with stonescaping, shed and studio. Perfect master suite and full bath. Walkout lower location for a home-based business, looking for level designed to finish. Garage optional.Near convenience or to downsize. (4060321) $169,900 all Valley amenities. (218920) $359,900

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FABULOUS BUILDING LOT in desirable Hale’s Location, minutes to North Conway and seconds to the links. Gentle slope ideal for a daylight, lower level design and sunny easterly/southeasterly exposure.

Nice sense of privacy and view potential to Whitehorse Ledge. (4143833) $200,000 CONWAY T NORTH A E G A L IL V

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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Screen porch for 3 season use, plus carport and extra storage.

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1 MILE FROM ATTITASH, terrific on-site rental management and super amenities for the whole family make the Seasons at Attitash a desirable property for personal enjoyment and wonderful rental income. 2 BR, 2 BA units available from $115,000

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Rona’s Home of the Month

Cute house in a great location at Chocorua Ski & Beach.

Completely furnished and comes with enough room to sleep 12 plus right across the street from Moores’ Beach and shares 40 acres of snow mobile trails. A great place to vacation or live full time! Lovingly maintained! $189,900

Nordic Village Gold Gorgeous condo just around the corner from Storyland and Jackson Village. Fully furnished 2BR, 2BA unit with great rental history. Amenities include indoor/outdoor year round pools. Seller financing available. mls#4106409 $148,900

Rona Ahearn 603-356-7200 x16 “Living the Dream “

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3641 White Mountain Hwy (at the scenic vista) N. Conway NH

Lots to look at!

Great Buy for a 1 acre lot on Abenaki Rd in Albany,off the Kancamaugus Highway and minutes to the Swift River and Conway! 3BR approved septic. mls #4133695 $39,900 2 spectacular Bartlett building lots with public water, 3 bedroom septic designs are ready for you to build upon. Adjoining lots. mls#4153296 and mls#4153302 $85,000 each

Call Rona at 603-986-6485 • Rona@JtRealty.com “When my clients ask for a recommendation for a local Mortgage Lender, I tell them to call Chad Fletcher at Blue Water Mortgage Corporation. Chad’s professionalism and dedication to his clients is unmatched.” - Rona Chad Fletcher

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

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Rolling Ridge Road, Bartlett

Wildflower Inn, North Conway

52 Wildflower Lane Jackson NH

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

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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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

Overlooking the entire Presidential Range, this secluded home sits on over ten acres, with beautiful living spaces and unsurpassed finishes and architectural details. An executive escape for skiing, hiking or just relaxing. Four En Suite Bedrooms & 2 additional sleeping areas, make for easy entertaining. Gourmet Kitchen and Privacy are bonuses, as is the exceptional vacation rental history for those looking to offset the investment expenses.

Exclusive Listing Paul Mayer $1,490,000

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 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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Black Bear R Ariella Neville 603-767-2556

Shawn King 603-986-4462

Steve Fawcett 603-730-7097

Jim Miller 603-986-8890

Paul Mayer 603-387-7737

John Elliott 603-498-4568

Philip Swanson 603-986-6389

Bill Soule 323-893-4488

Location! Location! Location!

Exceptional home with beautifully renovated kitchen, stainless, granite counter-tops/island, cherry cabinets, and well designed for entertaining. Plenty of room here with 4 BRs and a private family room. Attached/heated 2-car garage, paved driveway, and perennial gardens made from wonderful old Granite blocks, minutes from Mt. Cranmore.

MLS# 4148231 $249,000 • Call Stefan

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 Approv MLS#4024743 $150,000 • Call S

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Dea Riendeau 603-986-1118

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

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 $289,900 • 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.

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MOUNTAIN RETREAT abutting National Forest with birdseye view of the Moats. Secluded 3 bedroom, 4 bath townhouse with 3 decks with spectacular views, new kitchen and granite stone fireplace.

Small 9 unit association minutes from town.

MLS# 4063155 $189,900 • Call Steve

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

Jackson Get-A-Way! Wonderful vacation home on a quiet road in Jackson. 3BR, 21⁄2 bathrooms, two living rooms (one upstairs, one down), with an open kitchen/dining/ living room space make this a cozy get-away for you, or for your possible new vacation renters. Near multiple ski areas and all the area attractions.

Secluded Jackson Classic!

Enjoy ear-round views to Giant’s Stairs, memorable sunsets, a spacious deck, two living rooms with field stone fireplaces, a classic beamed cathedral ceiling, 4BR, 21⁄2 BA, washer/ dryer, and much more. Lots of room for the entire crew, ideal for vacations, extended stays, and holiday rentals.

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!

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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

Ellis Ridge Home

Stunning Jackson View Lot 3.76 acres on Green Hill Road with incredible views that stretch 180 degrees from Mount Washington to Double Head. Small building on site.

If you’re looking for a big view without a steep drive, this is the one.

New Listing $139,900 Call Paul

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3 bedrooms each with a private bath, spacious bright living room with a brick fireplace, & open concept. Detached garage with storage above, offered fully furnished. This is not a drive by, over 3000 sq.ft. Take the time to look and you will be impressed!

New Listing $389,900 • Call Paul

MLS#4151710 $309,000 • Call Jim

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!

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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.

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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.”

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

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

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

Immaculate Condition with this 3BR, 2BA, two story mobile home with three extra rooms upstairs. Open layout with large kitchen, dining room & living room with fp.

Six years young. Close to North Conway.

Saco River access. MLS# 4150303 $109,500

Great Commercial Opportunity – 2 adjacent properties in commercial zone in Conway, NH. Great location for an in home business.

3BR, 2BA home, town water & sewer, detached garage and separate lot with 24x36 garage. MLS# 4145652 $177,500

Just built – Three bedroom, two bath home with hardwood floors in the living room and dining room. FHW/ Propane heat.

Access to several beaches.

MLS# 4146668 $189,500

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 $39,500

Moat Mountain views and privacy on 9 Southern exposure and a wood stove on acres at the end of a road. One floor home a brick hearth add extra warmth to this two has bright kitchen with lots of natural light bedroom home on a 1 level. Large perennial & oak cabinets. Dining room with fireplace, flower garden. wood stove in living room screened porch, MLS# 4127405 $59,500 2 car garage. MLS#4112798 $248,000

33+ acres of commercial land with 1425’ fronting Rte. 16. This land borders the White Mountain National Forest to the north and the Audubon Society on the East. Six plus acres of open fields will make your commercial project visible. MLS# 4092501 $134,500 2 level acres on town maintained paved road just a little over a mile to boat ramp & town beach on Silver Lake. MLS# 4127397 $48,500 Chatham, NH - Unrestricted parcel with 13 acres. Test pit data available. Close to Nat’l Forest hiking trails. MLS# 4112457 $40,000

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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) $210,000

441 Main Street, Lovell—15+ acres with plenty to offer. Two homes on lot—a seasonal camp with garage & a large 2BR mobile home with wood floor & dining room addition. Across from golf course with many possibilities. Close to town yet very private!

(MLS # 1049815) $115,000

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

(MLS # 1034032) $399,000

266 Main Street, Lovell—High above Lovell Village, this luxury 3,200 sq.ft. home has sensational views on 12 very private acres. Relax on the porch or one of the 6 decks overlooking the mountains & fields.

With five acres of fenced pasture land, a 12x40 barn with water, electricity & feed room, this property is an ideal haven for horses! (MLS # 1047635) $399,000

267 Vinton Road, Lovell—Welcome to Paradise on Kezar! 276 ft of curving shoreline captures open views of the lake & the northern mountains. A comfortable 2-bdr camp/massive stone fireplace, a classic kitchen design, screened porch, wood floors & an easy walk to the dock. $745,000

Peterson Camp Road, Lovell—Here’s a prime building lot w/438 feet of shoreline on the western shore of Kezar Lake’s Upper Bay! This 1.96 acre lot has power at the road, great views of the lake, an easy walk to the water and is ready for your custom home.

(MLS # 1047746) $525,000

66 Whidden Road, Stow—This cozy log cabin, just steps from the water, provides an open view of Kezar Lake’s Lower Bay. The master bedroom is on the second floor w/sleeping space for more on the first.

Wood stove, cathedral ceilings, skylights, a screened porch and dock!

(MLS # 1039368) $590,000

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! $199,900

656 Waterford Road, Sweden—An inviting renovated schoolhouse w/2 bdrs & a large open 2nd floor that provides extra space for sleeping or an office. Lots of period detail inside plus an oversized rear deck. This easy-to-maintain vacation home has great access to all 4-season activities. (MLS # 1051534) $163,500

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) $159,900

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(MLS # 10023263) $285,000

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

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MLS 1045009 Greenwood. Exceptional setting. 1800’s farmhouse & barn. High location w/outstanding southeasterly views, beautiful rolling fields/pastureland & an equipped sugar shack! 40x86 barn, ext.wood furnace. Equipment shed. Many improvements in the appealing & inviting farmhouse. 20 acres. $349,000

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MLS 1050591 Stoneham. A convenience store & 50 seat restaurant. Gasoline service & full liquor license. High volume summer tourism business near National Forest and lakes. High volume winter tourism business near 3 ski resorts and popular snowmobile trails.

Exceptional opportunity! $489,000

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MLS 1047957 Greenwood. Dream of a “Valley Farm” with sweeping pastoral views to Norway Lake & over long fields, pastures & mountains. Ready working farm for horses, cattle & good growing soils w/southerly exposure. Workshop. Custom updated kitchen w/exposed beams (cherry cabinets). Long road frontage. 65 acres. $425,000

The Old Whitmarsh Place

MLS 1035221 Norway. A property to fall in love with at first sight.

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. 22+- acres. Beautiful North Norway location. Qualified buyers only. $525,000

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MLS 1023769 Norway. 1840’s NE farm in gorgeous pastoral setting.

82 acres (36 ac. field). Includes newer open front 60x152 barn, P&B barn, work & equipment shops, bunker silo, open/covered manure pits. Home lovely throughout. Also 1BR apartment. $650,000 Additl. lands/fields available. Commercial potential.

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MLS 1047982 Greenwood. Own the top of Noyes Mountain! Many possibilities. Interesting fun land/terrain. One acre within the NW corner is Harvard Mine and not owned by seller. 59 Ac.mining rights around mine lot are up in 2016. FUN hiking, mineral hunts, GREAT VIEWS & tons of character. 250 acres. $225,000

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Neat and highly desirable Bartlett Townhouse

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath end unit is ideal for year round or vacation living. Large open living, kitchen area complete with bedroom an bath on first level. Freshly painted, gas fireplace on a brick hearth, terrific 3 season porch and so much more.

Quite possibly everything you’ve been looking for at a very affordable price. Easy to view. MLS#4152195 $189,900

Why not have the privacy that you really want?

Rare, 23 acre lot on a paved road, in a rural community. View potential. Electricity at the street. Access to the beaches and boat launch at Silver Lake. Near golf, skiing, shopping, swimming, boating, hiking, restaurants, and all that the Mount Washington Valley has to offer. New Hampshire paradise!

MLS#4146746 $125,000

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Very attractive, 5 bedroom home in Conway Village.

The first floor has been beautifully renovated. The second floor has not yet been renovated, but worth the effort. Over-sized garage, and lots of storage. Town water and sewer. Nice, level lot, and you can walk to town. Classic farmers porch too.

Great opportunity for someone capable of completing renovations.

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MLS#4096223 $109,000

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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481 White Mountain Highway Conway, NH 03818

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Filtered Mountain Views - Cozy 3 bedroom Chalet, perfect for vacation or primary home. Listen to the river from the deck. Private setting.

(4119299) $159,900 Bartlett, NH

Vacations or Year-Round Living

in a great development. Spacious home with open concept, brick fireplace, onsite pool. Garage.

(4121832) $189,900 Bartlett, NH

Moat Mountains View - Spacious

Fox Run Townhouse! Bright &

Walk to Conway Lake—Beautiful Contemporary Colonial in a fine new neighborhood. Hdwd floors, frpl. in the LR, stainless appl.

(4139550) $207,000 Conway, NH

Great Vacation or Investment

4 bedroom Chalet with cozy fireplace, sliders to deck with hot tub. Enjoy many years of fabulous vacations (4144251) $194,900 N. Conway, NH

shiny, and it’s furnished, too. Loads of space, great location. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 1st choice for great escapes.

(4149204) $234,900 Bartlett, NH

Opportunity! 3 bedroom townhouse plus a 1 bedroom lockout with fireplace and Jacuzzi. Furnished.

(4136105) $269,000 Bartlett, NH

Reduced!

Peace & Quiet - Enjoy the best of Western Maine in this smart Ranch set on 4.4 acres. Wood floors in the LR, sunny & spacious kitchen.

(4142940) $162,500 Stow, ME

Cool Contemporary! Cozy, lodge

atmosphere with beams and warm wood. Frontage on Beaver Pond, plus rights to Ossipee Lake.

(4145112) $179,000 Freedom, NH

Pine River Pond - 120’ frontage on “A” rated waters, with a sandy beach.

Stone fireplace, stunning view of the lake, plenty of room for all.

(4132890) $339,000 Wakefield, NH

Fannie Mae HomePath Property.

Exceptional First Home. Spacious

Builder’s Choice. Nothing but the

3 bedroom modular Cape in need of repairs, being sold “AS IS”. Fannie Mae Property. As little as 3% down.

(4141943) $109,900 Albany, NH

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Ranch with beamed ceilings, 2 huge brick fireplaces, 3 well-landscaped acres and a pond. Move right in!

(4142851) $149,900 Madison, NH

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best! Gleaming hardwood floors, gorgeous kitchen, perfect farmer’s porch, hot tub and pool. Extra lot!

(4145711) $237,900 Conway, NH

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Luxury Homes Brand New in Jackson Sit on the farmer’s porch or by the cultured stone fireplace and enjoy mountain views from this energy-efficient Contemporary. Granite counters & island in the kitchen. Ready to move right in!

(4118181) $328,500 Jackson, NH

Spacious Garrison Colonial

on a private 7 acre parcel. This is a large home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, inviting living room, formal dining, family room, spa room with hot tub, and a 3-bay garage with finished upstairs.

(4126032) $349,900 Eaton, NH

Elegance & Style define this exquisite Contemporary home. Polished, Bolivian Rosewood floors, gourmet kitchen, granite counters, custom cherry cabinets, 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, marble in-lay. The finest in modern living.

(4140436) $539,900 N. Conway, NH

When nothing else will do...

Space and Beauty! Relax to brilliant sunsets and views to the Moats. Smart layout and stylish accents add value to every inch of this brand new 2,400SF home. Includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, corner gas fireplace, hardwood floors, breezeway to 2-car garage.

Exceptional community!

(4117732) $293,800

Situated high atop Davis Hill, Royal View offers sweeping views of the White Mountains. LOTS up to 13.72 acres start at just $85,900.

Building packages available.

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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 N

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ew isting 15,000 sq ft Scott Fiorentino (TMS Architects, Portsmouth, NH) designed custom retreat, 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 with Stone Fireplace, Library, 3 Season Porch, first 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.

This extraordinary offering is situated on 2½ lots & includes *unlimited deeded golf memberships for ten.

If you promised yourself the best in life, there is no better time than now to keep that promise.

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