1481 Bennington Road,Francestown, NH 03043
Francestown, NH 03043
Description
Discover this New England country property offering beautifully cultivated gardens and so much more. This Bow Cape showcases exposed beams, wood floors, and timeless architectural details. The formal living room is anchored by a Rumford wood-burning fireplace and expansive windows overlooking the private backyard. A spacious dining room connects to the expanded and remodeled kitchen, with maple cabinetry, stone countertops, new appliances, and a luxury Verona five-burner double gas range. The handcrafted sunburst gable and mountain carving provide a unique artistic connection to the surrounding landscape. The first-floor primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, while a two-level addition provides a generous dressing room, laundry, and studio. Upstairs, two bedrooms with wide pine floors share a bath, while a fourth bedroom or media room with its own private bath provides flexibility for guests. There is a Vermont Castings wood stove, dual water filtration system, and portable generator. The thoughtfully designed grounds are a true highlight, featuring low-maintenance perennial gardens, raised beds, a vegetable garden, strawberry patch, grapevines, and an impressive collection of fruit trees, including nectarine, apple, plum, cherry, and apricot. A greenhouse, flagstone patio, and deck offer inviting spaces for outdoor enjoyment. The tranquil pond, custom Japanese bridge, torii gate, meditative garden, and outdoor shower create a peaceful retreat just beyond the door. A three-car heated garage provides excellent storage, along with workshop space, new doors, shelving, and a 20x12 ShelterLogic shed. Minutes from Crotched Mountain Golf Club and Crotched Mountain Skiing, Scobie Pond, and Dinsmore Brook Conservation Area. With a newly attractive price, this exceptional property offers an exciting opportunity. NEW ROOFING ON FRONT PORTION OF RESIDENCE. Bring your offers!
Details
| MLS # | 5078963 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | (10) Active - Active |
| Year | 1989 |
| Days On Site | 163 |
| Listing Provided By | Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty | Peg Walsh |
Features
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| Garage | 3 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | RURAL |
| Acreage | 6.00 |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 9 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | None, Other |
| Heating | Propane, Baseboard, Zoned, Wood Stove, Wood Boiler |
| Interior Features | Dining Area, Wood Fireplace, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Laundry Hook-ups |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Stove |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Garden, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Patio, Shed, Storage, Greenhouse |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Clapboard |
| Foundation Details | Concrete |
| Lot Features | Country Setting, Curbing, Landscaped, Trail/Near Trail, Views, Walking Trails, Wooded |
| Accessibility Features | 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, Hard Surface Flooring |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Auto Open, Direct Access, Heated Garage, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 6+, Attached |
Utilities
| Utilities | Cable at Site, Propane |
|---|---|
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers |
| Sewer | Leach Field, Private Sewer, Septic Tank |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 9444 |
|---|---|
| Tax Block | 24 |
| Tax Lot | 0 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
Area Information
| State | NH |
|---|---|
| County | Hillsborough |
| City | Francestown |
| Zip Code | 03043 |
| Area | NH Hillsborough |
| School District | Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1 |
| Elementary School | Francestown Elem School |
| High School | ContoockVl |
| Listing VS Median (in 03043) | |
Price: $779,000 low | high Med: $0 On site: 163 low | high Med: | |
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| State | NH |
|---|---|
| County | Hillsborough |
| City | Francestown |
| Zip Code | 03043 |
| Area | NH Hillsborough |
| School District | Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1 |
| Elementary School | Francestown Elem School |
| High School | ContoockVl |
| Listing VS Median (in 03043) | |
Price: $779,000 low | high Med: $0 On site: 163 low | high Med: | |
