Courtesy Of David Countway Of Maxfield Real Estate/ Alton
229 North Shore Rd New Durham, NH 03855
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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
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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
Office Phone 603-875-3128

Contact Agent

Jason E. Starr

Jason E. Starr

(603) 293-7227

Property 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

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

SizeLevel
Primary Bedroom111'6 x 9.8
Kitchen113'6 x 11'
Dining Room113'6 x 12'
Living Room113'6 x 12'
Bedroom110'8 9'8
Sunroom115'9 x 13'
Bonus RoomBasement15.9 x 13'
Bathroom Three Quarter19'8 x 5'

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Date Old Price New Price Percent Change
6/26/2026 $1,100,000 $975,000
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