Listed by BHHS Verani Moultonborough · Daniel Mardis · Phone: 617-510-4783
Single Family Residence · Tuftonboro, NH
85 Governor Wentworth Highway, Tuftonboro, NH
$1,295,000
$1,395,000 · changed Oct 13, 2026
Est. $6,548/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 2,972
- Built
- 1900
- MLS®
- #5111595
Property Description
85 Governor Wentworth Highway sits in Tuftonboro, New Hampshire — a single-family home offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,972 square feet of living space. The asking price is $1,295,000. 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 2-acre lot, 1900 construction and roughly $436 per square foot. See the listing's full details below, and reach out for a private showing of 85 Governor Wentworth Highway. Browse more homes for sale in Tuftonboro.
MIRROR LAKE WATERFRONT - Welcome to “Holiday Hill,” a classic turn-of-the-century Victorian offering nearly 3,000 square feet of living space on a large two-acre lot with its own private waterfront on beautiful Mirror Lake. Built in 1900, the home has been thoughtfully improved over the years while retaining the original character that makes the home special, including hardwood floors, distinctive woodwork and architectural details. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances and recessed lighting, while updated baths and central air conditioning add modern-day comfort. With four bedrooms, PLUS TWO BONUS ROOMS and 2.5 baths, there is plenty of room to gather family and friends at the lake. Outside, the covered wraparound porch is an inviting place to settle in and relax, while the rear deck looks out over a gently rolling lawn with plenty of room for yard games, cookouts and summer afternoons that stretch into the evening. A gentle path leads from the lawn, across a shared right-of-way, to approximately 60 feet of private frontage on Mirror Lake, with sandy bottom swimming and a seasonal dock. And the location makes it easy to enjoy the rest of the Lakes Region, too. Downtown Wolfeboro is less than 10 minutes away, and a public boat launch on Lake Winnipesaukee is just a few minutes down the road. Whether you spend the day on Mirror Lake, head into Wolfeboro for dinner, or launch the boat on Winnipesaukee, Holiday Hill puts a lot of what makes this area special within easy reach. The property also has a strong vacation rental history, with financial information available upon request. Offered mostly furnished! Shown by appointment only, please.
Location Highlights
85 Governor Wentworth Highway is a single family residence in Tuftonboro, New Hampshire, listed at $1,295,000. That works out to about $436 per square foot, for a home built in 1900. It has been on the market for 5 weeks.
From here it is 22.5 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 25.5 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Tuftonboro averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Governor Wentworth Regional: Tuftonboro Central School (Elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle (Middle), KingswoodR (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
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 2,972
- Price / SqFt
- $435.73
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1900
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Town
- Tuftonboro, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 26
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1900
- Zoning
- MRL-MIRROR LAKE
Interior Features
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Interior
- Basement Description
- Concrete, Insulated, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Unfinished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Wall Unit(s)
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
- Rooms - Total
- 7
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 2,972
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 2,972
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 4,202
Location Information
- School - District
- Governor Wentworth Regional
- School - Elementary
- Tuftonboro Central School
- School - High
- KingswoodR
- School - Middle/Jr
- Kingswood Regional Middle
Financial Details
- Electric Company
- NHEC
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $6,119
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Spray Foam Insulation, Vinyl Exterior
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Easements
- Yes
- Flood Zone
- Unknown
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- Two
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Directly Adjoining, Right of Way
External Features
- Driveway
- Gravel, Right-Of-Way (ROW)
- Foundation
- Fieldstone
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Rolling Slope, Rural
- Lot - Acres
- 2
- Lot - SqFt
- 87,120
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 25
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Leach Field, Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Propane
- Water Source
- Drilled Well
- Water Body Type
- Lake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5111595; Listed by BHHS Verani Moultonborough · Daniel Mardis · Phone: 617-510-4783
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $22,015
- 2023
- $21,465
- 2022
- $20,914
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 Tuftonboro
- 47
- Average list price
- $945,892
- Price range
- $119,000 – $4,150,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$8,653/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $6,548
- Property Tax
- $1,835
- Home Insurance
- $270
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 85 Governor Wentworth Highway, Tuftonboro, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Tuftonboro Central School
- Middle
- Kingswood Regional Middle
- High School
- KingswoodR
- District
- Governor Wentworth Regional
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 full and 1 half) in 2,972 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH is listed for $1,295,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $436 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on September 25, 2026.
What schools serve 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
The MLS places 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH in the Governor Wentworth Regional school district.
Listed schools: Tuftonboro Central School (elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle (middle) and KingswoodR (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 85 Governor Wentworth Highway still available?
Yes. 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5111595).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH is listed by Daniel Mardis of BHHS Verani Moultonborough (603-279-6000).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH is a single-family home built in 1900.
The MLS lists its style as Victorian, with two stories.
Where is 85 Governor Wentworth Highway located?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway is in Tuftonboro, New Hampshire 03816, in Carroll County.
Our Lake Winnipesaukee guide covers Tuftonboro and the surrounding towns.
How much land comes with 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH sits on 2 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as rolling slope and rural.
It has 25 feet of road frontage (paved and public).
Zoning: MRL-MIRROR LAKE.
The MLS notes easements; review them in the deed and title work.
How much are the property taxes on 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
Annual property taxes on 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH are $6,119 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 Tuftonboro assessing office.
How is 85 Governor Wentworth Highway heated?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH is heated by forced air and propane, per the MLS.
Cooling: central air, zoned and wall unit(s).
Does 85 Governor Wentworth Highway have town water and sewer?
85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH has a private drilled well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: drilled well; sewer: leach field and septic tank.
Electric: 200+ amp service (NHEC).
Other utilities: cable available and propane.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Is there a basement at 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
Yes. 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH has a basement with interior access.
The MLS describes it as concrete, insulated, interior entry, storage space and unfinished.
Does 85 Governor Wentworth Highway have a garage?
The MLS lists no garage at 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH; parking is off a gravel and right-of-way (ROW) driveway.
Is 85 Governor Wentworth Highway on the water?
Yes. The MLS lists 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH as a waterfront property on a lake.
Water access: directly adjoining and right of way.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
How does the price of 85 Governor Wentworth Highway compare with other Tuftonboro listings?
At $1,295,000, 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, NH is priced above the $829,000 median asking price of the 35 single-family homes for sale in Tuftonboro on PrimeMLS as of November 3, 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 85 Governor Wentworth Highway?
To see 85 Governor Wentworth Highway in Tuftonboro, 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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