Wolfeboro, NH
This beautifully restored antique Cape is situated on 120 acres featuring gorgeous views of Lake Wentworth and the Belknap Mountains. Built in 1795, it has been updated with modernday amenities while remaining true to period. Inside you’ll find granite countertops in the kitchen, custom pine cabinets, pumpkin pine flooring, and lovely built-ins throughout the home as well as several fireplaces. One-floor living is possible, with 1 bedroom downstairs and 2 up, and a full bath on each floor. There are 9-over-6 windows, some with handblown glass, and the original ell connecting the living quarters with the barn is intact and has been preserved. Some recent updates are a new whole house generator, new well line and well pump, and the exterior has been recently painted and new architectural shingles have been installed. The wellmaintained grounds have perennial plantings and walkways. An attached 43x82 2-story post & beam barn has a new foundation, new entry, and its own water source. The property has a 4 bedroom septic system. This location offers easy access to both Wolfeboro and Route 16 while maintaining complete privacy. 172 Pork Hill Road is offered at $795,000.
The manicured grounds have perennial plantings and charming walkways. The property features stone walls, trails, woods and clearings, lots of wildlife, and miles of views. All the granite posts and slabs used around the property came from the original barn foundation. A conservation easement protects this property from future development and preserves its heritage for generations to come.
This home was originally built in 1795 and has been recently updated with modern-day amenities – and despite the many updated features, the antique charm has been preserved. Some features of this home: • New roof • New exterior paint • New whole-house generator • New well line and well pump • Newer furnace • Newer water heater • Dehumidifier • Newer plumbing and wiring • 200 amp electrical service • High ceilings for an old Cape • Steam radiators (very efficient!) • Four bedroom septic
The dining room has built-in shelves and cabinets, and a beautiful fireplace with two bake ovens and the original iron crane. The flue here has a ceramic sprayed liner rated to 3000 degrees.
This lovely kitchen is a blend of old and new – featuring handcrafted woodwork and cabinets, and also a carefully restored pantry area. Some of the other amenities include: • • • • • • • • • •
Honed granite countertops Custom pine cabinetry Viking, Amana and Jenn-Air appliances Gas cooktop with hood Beamed ceilings Pumpkin pine flooring Breakfast counter with sitting area Custom roll-out storage drawers Brick hearth and woodstove with clay-lined flue Space for breakfast table
This master suite is spacious with a vaulted ceiling and wall of windows. It also offers: • • • • •
Beamed ceilings Wide pine floors Substantial closet space Attached full bath Gorgeous lake and mountain views
The attached 43x82’ two-story post-and-beam barn has a new foundation, new entry, its own water source, and will easily hold many vehicles and farm equipment. It has been reshingled, and the lower level has steel beams held in place by pressure treated posts. The original ell connecting the living quarters with the barn is intact and has been preserved. Part of it is open and used as porch space to sit and enjoy the beautiful views. In addition, the owners feel that anything that came with the house should stay with the house – for instance, an old croquet set that has hung in the same spot in the barn for years. There are also photos of the house, books, and paintings that will stay and continue the history of the property.
Wolfeboro, New Hampshire is known as “The Oldest Summer Resort in America.” The town’s claim to fame is based on the building of a large summer mansion on the shores of Lake Wentworth in 1771 by Colonial Governor John Wentworth. Wolfeboro has a traditional walking downtown with local artisan galleries, gift shops and nice restaurants. It is the quintessential New England town.
Wolfeboro is only two hours from Boston’s Logan International Airport and is an hour and twenty minutes from Manchester Airport . There is also a full-service local airport in Laconia (KLCI) just a half hour away. With no income or sales tax, there is a lot to love in this wonderful area.