List Price: $379,900 | $284 per sq.ft. | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 2 Story Single Family Home
Listed Monday Jul 27, 2026 | MLS# 5101957
653 Frank C. Gilman Highway Alton NH
Listed by Jeremy White BHHS Verani Concord
Experience the best of Lakes Region living in this exceptional post-and-beam home! Located in a peaceful country setting just 7 minutes from Lake Winnipesaukee and the shopping, restaurants, and conveniences of downtown Alton, this one-of-a-kind property blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort. Exposed timber beams, warm wood accents, and an inviting floor plan create a home filled with character. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and durable vinyl plank flooring, while the spacious living room is centered around a cozy wood stove, perfect for relaxing or entertaining with family and friends. The separate dining area includes a charming nook, overlooking the wraparound front porch, complete with a beautiful tin ceiling and stained-glass window. A convenient first-floor bedroom, oversized mudroom, and efficient mini-split system add everyday comfort, while the spray foam insulated basement with a moisture barrier enhances energy efficiency and peace of mind. Step outside to your own private oasis featuring a great porch, tranquil pond with a cascading waterfall, fire pit, storage shed, and a chicken coop with bunny enclosure all surrounded by the beauty of nature. A durable metal roof provides lasting value, while the unbeatable location puts boating, beaches, hiking, skiing, and all the year-round recreation of the Lakes Region just minutes away. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or the perfect New Hampshire getaway, this remarkable property offers the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Open house Saturday August 1st from 9-11 A.M.

Appliances : Electric Range | Refrigerator | Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Combination | Laminate | Wood | Vinyl Plank
Heating: Kerosene | Wood Stove | Mini Split
Total Rooms: 7
Total Baths: 1
Full Baths: 1
Total Bedrooms: 2
Kitchen: Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Living Room : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Dining Room : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Bathroom Full : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Bedroom : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Mudroom : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Bedroom : Room Dimensions: Floor: 2

Building Info
Year Built: 1850
Type: Wood Frame | Wood Siding
Total Structure SqFt.: 1845
Finished Sqft. Above Ground: 1339
Apx Below Grade Unfinished SqFt.: 256
Basement: Unfinished

Exterior Info
Style: Farmhouse
Exterior Color Red
Roof: Metal

Utilities
Electric: 100 Amp Service | Circuit Breaker(s)
Water: Drilled Well | Private
Sewer: 1250 Gallon | Leach Field

Land Description:
Landscaped | Waterfall | Wooded | Near Shopping | Near Skiing | Near Snowmobile Trails | Rural | Near School(s)
Lot size: 1 acres
Zoned: Rural
Surveyed: Unk
Flood Zone: No
Seasonal: No
Driveway: Gravel



Block - 00
Taxes $2,195
Assesed Value Not Reported
Schools
School District: Alton School District SAU #72
Elementary School: Alton Central School
Middle School: Alton Central School
High School: Prospect Mountain High School

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