1 Old Jailhouse Road, Amherst, NH

Property Description

1 Old Jailhouse Road sits in Amherst, New Hampshire — a single-family home offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 3,943 square feet of living space. The asking price is $1,225,000. 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 garage parking for 1, 1835 construction and roughly $311 per square foot. See the listing's full details below, and reach out for a private showing of 1 Old Jailhouse Road.

Available for the first time in 30 years and nestled on a quiet dead-end street overlooking the Historic Amherst Village Green, this antique home offers character, elegance and exceptional outdoor living. At the heart of the home is a spectacular great room featuring a dramatic stone fireplace rising to a cathedral ceiling, exposed post-and-beam construction, and a beautiful balcony overlooking the room below. With four fireplaces throughout the home, warmth and historic character are beautifully woven into the living spaces. The natural cherry kitchen cabinets are both beautiful and functional, offering ample cabinetry, with soapstone countertops, a convenient pantry, and a comfortable eat-in area. The main level also features a formal dining room and formal living room, perfect for entertaining and special occasions. A thoughtfully designed powder room with a shower provides convenient access for guests enjoying the inground pool. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms provide plenty of room for family and guests, along with a dedicated office area that offers a space for work or study. The third floor adds even more versatility with generous flex space that can be transformed into an additional bedroom, craft room, library, studio, or whatever best suits your needs. Outside, the property continues to impress with a private inground pool and generous flat lawn, creating the perfect setting for summer gatherings and relaxed outdoor living. A charming barn provides a one-car garage along with valuable storage space for equipment, hobbies, and seasonal belongings. With its four fireplaces, antique character, stunning post-and-beam architecture, impressive great room, versatile living spaces, inground pool, and charming barn, this is a truly special property offering a rare combination of history, charm, functionality, and lifestyle.

Location Highlights

1 Old Jailhouse Road is a single family residence in Amherst, New Hampshire, listed at $1,225,000. That works out to about $311 per square foot, for a home built in 1835. It has been on the market for 7 weeks.

At this latitude, Amherst averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

Zoned schools in the Amherst Sch District SAU #39: Amherst Middle (Middle), SouheganHi (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.

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