Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty Center Harbor NH · Ellen Mulligan · Cell: 603-387-0369
Single Family Residence · Holderness, NH
43 Howard Road, Holderness, NH
$3,495,000
$3,750,000 · changed Jul 22, 2026
Est. $17,673/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Sq Ft
- 1,614
- Built
- 1898
- MLS®
- #5088693
Property Description
Set in Holderness, New Hampshire, 43 Howard Road is a single-family home built in 1898, now offered at $3,495,000. The layout delivers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,614 square feet of living space. Single-family ownership here means your own land, your own walls and room to make the property yours. The numbers worth knowing: a 1.38-acre lot, garage parking for 2 and roughly $2,165 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly. Browse more homes for sale in Holderness.
Perched on the eastern shore of Squam Lake, this timeless family retreat offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of lakeside history. Built in 1898 and owned by the same family ever since, set on 1.375 acres, the property captures breathtaking sunrise views and features just over 200 feet of waterfront, an oversized seasonal dock and nice level seating area at the water's edge, detached garage, storage shed, and a screened porch perfectly positioned to overlook the water. The home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a first-floor bedroom with ensuite bath, ideal for guests or single-level living. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms along with a classic sleeping porch, perfect for summer nights falling asleep to the water lapping on the shore and the loons calling out. Rich with charm and nostalgia from another era, the home presents an exceptional opportunity to restore, renovate, or enjoy as the beloved family getaway it has been for generations. A newly designed 7-bedroom septic plan provides exciting potential for future expansion or redevelopment. Conveniently located in Holderness, the property is nearby Squam Lake Marketplace, Walter's Basin, and the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. The property also offers easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation in both Plymouth and Meredith just minutes away. Whether preserved in its historic character or transformed into a stunning lakefront estate, this is a rare chance to own an iconic piece of Squam Lake history.
Location Highlights
43 Howard Road is a single family residence in Holderness, New Hampshire, listed at $3,495,000. That works out to about $2,165 per square foot, for a home built in 1898. It has been on the market for 6 months.
From here it is 5.9 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 9.8 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Holderness averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Holderness: Holderness Central School (Elementary), Holderness Central School (Middle), PlymouthRe (High). Always confirm zoning with the district office.
Source: zoned school names are PrimeMLS listing data; distances, sun exposure and school facts are Owl’s Nest Real Estate additions (school facts from the NCES, U.S. Department of Education) — not PrimeMLS data.
Property Details
Essentials & finishes
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 1,614
- Price / SqFt
- $2165.43
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1898
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Town
- Holderness, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 167
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1898
- Zoning
- 101 SQ
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Basement
- No
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 1
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Heating
- Electric, Wood Stove
- Interior Features
- Wood Fireplace, 1 Fireplace, Hearth, Wood Stove Insert
- Rooms - Total
- 8
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,614
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,614
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 1,614
Location Information
- School - District
- Holderness
- School - Elementary
- Holderness Central School
- School - High
- PlymouthRe
- School - Middle/Jr
- Holderness Central School
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $30,299
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Frame, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding
- Covenants
- No
- Easements
- Yes
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- Two
- Surveyed
- No
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Dock Access, Right of Way
External Features
- Driveway
- Common/Shared, Gravel
- Exterior Features
- Boat Slip, Deck, Dock, Outbuilding, Porch, Enclosed Porch, Screened Porch, Shed
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 2
- Lot Features
- Country Setting, Views, Wooded
- Lot - Acres
- 1.38
- Lot - SqFt
- 60,113
- Road Frontage Type
- Dead End, Private Road
- Road Frontage
- No
- Road Frontage Length
- 103
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- 1000 Gallon, Holding Tank, Private, Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable, Phone Available
- Water Source
- Drilled Well
- Water Body Type
- Lake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5088693; Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty Center Harbor NH · Ellen Mulligan · Cell: 603-387-0369
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $59,415
- 2023
- $57,930
- 2022
- $56,444
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate from the list price at New Hampshire’s average effective tax rate — not PrimeMLS or town assessor data. Verify with the town assessor.
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Holderness
- 27
- Average list price
- $637,973
- Price range
- $150,000 – $1,400,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$23,352/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $17,673
- Property Tax
- $4,951
- Home Insurance
- $728
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not PrimeMLS data. Estimates use typical New Hampshire costs — a 1.7% effective property-tax rate, insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr, and PMI below 20% down. Actual town tax rates vary; verify with your lender and the town assessor.
Around This Property
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 43 Howard Road, Holderness, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Holderness Central School
- Middle
- Holderness Central School
- High School
- PlymouthRe
- District
- Holderness
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 43 Howard Road?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 full and 1 three-quarter) in 1,614 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 43 Howard Road?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH is listed for $3,495,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $2,165 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on May 13, 2026.
How much are the property taxes on 43 Howard Road?
Annual property taxes on 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH are $30,299 for the 2025 tax year, per the MLS.
New Hampshire towns set their own tax rates and revalue periodically, so confirm the current bill with the Holderness assessing office.
How is 43 Howard Road heated?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH is heated by electric and wood stove, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
Does 43 Howard Road have town water and sewer?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH has a private drilled well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: drilled well; sewer: 1000 gallon, holding tank, private and septic tank.
Electric: circuit breakers.
Other utilities: cable and phone available.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Is there a basement at 43 Howard Road?
No. The MLS lists no basement at 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH.
What features does 43 Howard Road have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH: wood fireplace, 1 fireplace, hearth and wood stove insert.
Outside: boat slip, deck, dock, outbuilding, porch, enclosed porch, screened porch and shed.
Flooring: carpet and wood.
Listed appliances: microwave, electric range and refrigerator; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 43 Howard Road have a garage?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH has a 2-car garage and a common/shared and gravel driveway.
Is 43 Howard Road on the water?
Yes. The MLS lists 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH as a waterfront property on a lake.
Water access: dock access and right of way.
The MLS lists a dock.
The MLS also notes views.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What schools serve 43 Howard Road?
The MLS places 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH in the Holderness school district.
Listed schools: Holderness Central School (elementary), Holderness Central School (middle) and PlymouthRe (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 43 Howard Road still available?
Yes. 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5088693).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 43 Howard Road?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH is listed by Ellen Mulligan of Coldwell Banker Realty Center Harbor NH (603-253-4345).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 43 Howard Road?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH is a single-family home built in 1898.
The MLS lists its style as Cottage/Camp, with two stories.
Where is 43 Howard Road located?
43 Howard Road is in Holderness, New Hampshire 03245, in Grafton County.
Our Squam Lake guide covers Holderness and the surrounding towns.
How much land comes with 43 Howard Road?
43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH sits on 1.38 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as country setting and wooded.
It has 103 feet of road frontage (dead end and private road).
Zoning: 101 SQ.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
The MLS notes easements; review them in the deed and title work.
How does the price of 43 Howard Road compare with other Holderness listings?
At $3,495,000, 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH is priced above the $995,000 median asking price of the 13 single-family homes for sale in Holderness on PrimeMLS as of November 4, 2026 (this listing included).
That figure is Owl's Nest Real Estate's analysis of active listings, and asking prices are not sale prices — ask us for recent comparable sales before you make an offer.
How do I schedule a showing of 43 Howard Road?
To see 43 Howard Road in Holderness, NH, use Request a Showing on this page or call Owl's Nest Real Estate at 401-648-5308.
We can show any MLS-listed home and represent you as your buyer's agent; the listing brokerage represents the seller.
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