Courtesy Of David Countway Of Maxfield Real Estate/ Alton
229 North Shore Rd
New Durham, NH 03855
For more information on this listing, contact us at: (603) 293-7227
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$975,000
-11.4%
229 North Shore Rd New Durham, NH 03855
Single Family
Property Type
2
Beds
1 Three-Quarter
Baths
1,504
Sq. Ft.
1940
Year Built
Strafford
County
Contemporary Lakefront Ranch with a private beach on one of the cleanest lakes in New Hampshire. This property is located on Pleasant Cove with 102' of southwest exposure providing lovely afternoon and evening light. This 2-bedroom Ranch has many memories for the Sellers. There is a hardwood floor in the open concept kitchen, dining area, and living room. The large deck may be accessed by either the dining area or the sunroom and is perfect for grilling, relaxing , dining and enjoying the lake views. The 2-level sunroom addition is accessed from the living room, and is perfect for reading, playing games, and dining. Surrounded by windows, enjoy the lake and cool breeze. At the basement level, is a well-lit garden room with sliding doors and stunning lake views. The home features a forced hot air oil furnace; and a brick wood-burning fireplace in the living room. The sloping lawn in front leads to a wooden deck at the shorefront which is ideal for launching your kayaks and paddleboards. The gradual sandy shoreline on the sunny side of the cove is ideal for swimming. A seasonal dock could be situated close to the left corner of the shoreline, where the water is deeper. Store your boating supplies in the lakeside shed. When you turn into the driveway there is an expanded parking area. Centrally located, the Sellers enjoyed year-round visits with its convenient location to ski areas, the White Mountains, the quaint town of Wolfeboro, fall foliage, and nearby hiking, There are many newer homes replacing older cottages in the Pleasant Cove neighborhood. This location and home can easily meet the wishes of your family. The property will convey with a brand new 3-bedroom septic design, that was approved for construction by NHDES on July 9, 2026. A copy of the approval is attached. Sign on property!
MLS #
5086855
Monthly HOA
N/A
On Site
168 Days
Last Updated
9/19/2026
Listing Agent/Office
Agent David Countway
Office
Maxfield Real Estate/ Alton
Maxfield Real Estate/ Alton Office Phone 603-875-3128
Contact Agent
Jason E. Starr
(603) 293-7227Property Details
Community Information
Address
229 North Shore Rd, New Durham, NH 03855
County
Strafford
City
New Durham
Zip Code
03855
Water Body Name
Merrymeeting Lake
School Information
School System
Governor Wentworth Regional
High School
Kingswood Regional High School
Middle School
Kingswood Regional Middle Sch
Elementary School
New Durham Elementary
Architecture
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1 Three-Quarter
Year Built
1940
Stories
1
Style
Contemporary, Ranch
Construction
Wood Frame, T1-11 Exterior
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Below Frost Line, Block
Basement
Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Stairs, Walkout
Features / Amenities
Interior Features
Wood Fireplace, 1 Fireplace, Furnished, Kitchen/Dining, Natural Woodwork
Appliances
Refrigerator, Electric Stove, Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Exterior Features
Deck, Shed
Parking
Driveway
Heating
Oil, Forced Air, Hot Air
Total Rooms
7
Square Footage Finished Sq. Ft.
Above Grade
1252
Below Grade
252
Total
1504
Property Features
Lot Size
0.87 Acres
Lot Description
Sloping, Wooded
Lot
22
Water Body
Lake
Water Body Name
Merrymeeting Lake
Water Body Access
Yes
Water Access Details
Beach Access, Directly Adjoining
Waterfront Rights
Exclusively Owned
Water
Dug Well
Sewer
On-Site Septic Exists, Private, Septic
Electric
100 Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
Driveway
Gravel, Paved
Road Frontage Type
Paved, Public
Zoning
residential
Directions
At the Merrymeeting Lake Dam go left and follow Merrymeeting Road for 1.5 miles. Continue another 2 miles to 229 North Shore Road. Sign on property!
Tax and Financial Info
Tax Annual Amount
$16,958
Tax Year
2025
Tax Rate
14.14
Rooms
| Size | Level | |
| Primary Bedroom | 1 | 11'6 x 9.8 |
| Kitchen | 1 | 13'6 x 11' |
| Dining Room | 1 | 13'6 x 12' |
| Living Room | 1 | 13'6 x 12' |
| Bedroom | 1 | 10'8 9'8 |
| Sunroom | 1 | 15'9 x 13' |
| Bonus Room | Basement | 15.9 x 13' |
| Bathroom Three Quarter | 1 | 9'8 x 5' |
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Price Change History
| Date | Old Price | New Price | Percent Change |
| 6/26/2026 | $1,100,000 | $975,000 |
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