Listed by Big Lake Realty, LLC · Robert Gunter · 603-707-6641
Single Family Residence · Thornton, NH
287 Orris Road, Thornton, NH
$895,000
Est. $4,526/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Sq Ft
- 1,605
- Built
- 2007
- MLS®
- #5102286
Property Description
287 Orris Road sits in Thornton, New Hampshire — a single-family home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,605 square feet of living space. The asking price is $895,000. The format is the classic one — a standalone home with no association between you and your plans for it. Beyond the basics, the listing carries a 3.4-acre lot, garage parking for 3 and 2007 construction. See the listing's full details below, and reach out for a private showing of 287 Orris Road.
Just 10 minutes from Waterville Valley and Owls Nest Golf resort, this exceptional mountain retreat sits on 3.4 acres and captures sweeping, unobstructed views of Welch and Dickey Mountains and the Sandwich Range. Set within the Woodwinds community, the home's placement was carefully chosen to maximize sightlines, offering dramatic vistas that evolve beautifully throughout the seasons. Morning coffee on the deck and evenings on the patio the landscape becomes part of everyday living. The primary residence features two bedrooms, a spacious loft overlooking an open-concept main level, and a finished lower level with warm, inviting family room. A newly built detached two car garage adds valuable flexibility with its in law apartment/office/rental suite, complete with its own deck oriented toward the panoramic mountain views. Designed for comfort year round, this home is equipped with advanced systems including grid tied solar electric with battery back-up, a fireplace with pellet stove, on demand baseboard heat, and radiant floors in the basement. An abutting 2.4 acre lot- offered as part of the sale-provides additional privacy, future potential, and its own view opportunities. With protected vistas, modern systems, versatile living spaces, a premium second lot, and access to community common land, this property stands out as a rare offering in the heart of the White Mountains.
Location Highlights
287 Orris Road is a single family residence in Thornton, New Hampshire, listed at $895,000. That works out to about $558 per square foot, for a home built in 2007. It has been on the market for 3 months.
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
- 3
- Total Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 1,605
- Price / SqFt
- $557.63
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 2007
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Town
- Thornton, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 19
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2007
- Zoning
- rural res
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Propane Water Heater, On Demand Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walkout
- Basement Description
- Climate Controlled, Daylight, Full, Insulated, Partially Finished, Roughed In, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Basement Stairs
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 2
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Energy Storage Device, Off Peak, Underground
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating
- Propane, Pellet Stove, Solar, Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, In Floor, Radiant
- Interior Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Fireplace Screens/Equip, Wood Fireplace, 1 Fireplace, In-Law Floorplan, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Programmable Thermostat, Basement Laundry, Smart Thermostat
- Rooms - Total
- 10
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,605
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,605
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 1,852
Financial Details
- Sale Includes
- Land/Building, Other
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $6,081
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Taxes TBD
- Yes
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Post and Beam, Cedar, Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Exterior
- Covenants
- Yes
- Easements
- Yes
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- One and One Half
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Other
External Features
- Color
- Brown
- Driveway
- Common/Shared, Crushed Stone, Paved, Right-Of-Way (ROW)
- Exterior Features
- Balcony, Garden, Guest House, Natural Shade, Porch, Storage
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 3
- Lot Features
- Country Setting, Landscaped, Mountain View, Secluded, Views, Walking Trails, Wooded, Adjoins St/Nat'l Forest, Near Golf Course, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Private
- Lot - Acres
- 3.4
- Lot - SqFt
- 148,104
- Parking
- Attached, Auto Open, Detached, Direct Access, Heated Garage, Parking Spaces 1 - 10, Paved, Storage Above
- Road Frontage Type
- Easement, Shared
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 128
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Sewer
- 1250 Gallon, Leach Field, Private
- Utilities
- Propane, Underground Utilities
- Water Source
- Drilled Well, Private
- Water Body Type
- Pond
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5102286; Listed by Big Lake Realty, LLC · Robert Gunter · 603-707-6641
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Thornton
- 67
- Average list price
- $738,709
- Price range
- $90,000 – $1,250,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,219/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $4,526
- Property Tax
- $507
- Home Insurance
- $186
Property tax: this home’s 2026 annual tax bill of $6,081, per PrimeMLS. The rest is an Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate: insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr and PMI below 20% down. A sale can trigger a reassessment; confirm with the town assessor and your lender.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 287 Orris Road?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 1,605 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 287 Orris Road?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH is listed for $895,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $558 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on July 29, 2026.
Where is 287 Orris Road located?
287 Orris Road is in Thornton, New Hampshire 03285, in Grafton County.
Location notes from the MLS: walking trails, near golf course, near skiing and near snowmobile trails.
Our Thornton NH guide covers the town and its current listings.
How much land comes with 287 Orris Road?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH sits on 3.4 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as country setting, landscaped, secluded, wooded, adjoins st/nat'l forest and private.
It has 128 feet of road frontage (easement and shared).
Zoning: rural res.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
The MLS notes easements and covenants; review them in the deed and title work.
How much are the property taxes on 287 Orris Road?
Annual property taxes on 287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH are $6,081 for the 2026 tax year, per the MLS.
New Hampshire towns set their own tax rates and revalue periodically, so confirm the current bill with the Thornton assessing office.
How is 287 Orris Road heated?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH is heated by propane, pellet stove, solar, baseboard, electric, hot water, in floor and radiant, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
Does 287 Orris Road have town water and sewer?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH has a private drilled well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: drilled well and private; sewer: 1250 gallon, leach field and private.
Electric: 200+ amp service, circuit breakers, energy storage device, off peak and underground.
Other utilities: propane and underground utilities.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Is there a basement at 287 Orris Road?
Yes. 287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH has a basement with walkout access.
The MLS describes it as climate controlled, daylight, full, insulated, partially finished, roughed in, storage space and walk-out access.
What features does 287 Orris Road have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH: cathedral ceiling(s), ceiling fan(s), dining area, fireplace screens/equip, wood fireplace, 1 fireplace, in-law floorplan and natural light.
Outside: balcony, garden, guest house, natural shade, porch and storage.
Flooring: carpet, hardwood and tile.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, gas range, refrigerator, washer, propane water heater, on demand water heater and tankless water heater; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 287 Orris Road have a garage?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH has a 3-car garage and a common/shared, crushed stone and paved driveway.
Parking details: attached, auto open, detached, direct access, heated garage and parking spaces 1 - 10.
Does 287 Orris Road have a view?
Yes. The MLS lists mountain view for 287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH.
Is 287 Orris Road still available?
Yes. 287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5102286).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 287 Orris Road?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH is listed by Robert Gunter of Big Lake Realty, LLC (603-707-6641).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 287 Orris Road?
287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH is a single-family home built in 2007.
The MLS lists its style as Cape, Contemporary, with one and a half stories.
How does the price of 287 Orris Road compare with other Thornton listings?
At $895,000, 287 Orris Road in Thornton, NH is priced below the $950,000 median asking price of the 35 single-family homes for sale in Thornton on PrimeMLS as of November 5, 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 287 Orris Road?
To see 287 Orris Road in Thornton, 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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