149 Merrill Road, Strafford, NH
Single Family Residence
Listed by Profound New England Real Estate · Kaitlin Whitcher
Property Description
Seasonal waterfront cottage on one of NH's best-kept secrets! Tucked along the shores of exclusive Wild Goose Pond (spanning Strafford & Pittsfield) this one-of-a-kind contemporary cottage is the quintessential NH lakefront retreat. Coffee on the deck leads to long summer days on the water- with 208' of water frontage, this property was made for making memories! Unlike anything else on the pond, this distinctive cottage embraces the spirit of camp life with open-concept living, warm pine plank walls, tavern-style lighting, and slate wood stove that warms the living room, perfect for cool evenings after a day on the water. Sun-filled 1st-floor primary bedroom features pine walls & ceiling, transom windows, the added convenience of an attached laundry area, and a slider to the lovely water view deck. Automatic awning provides welcomed deck shade while you relax & soak in the peaceful setting. The kitchen offers a generous walk-in pantry, and the adjoining sunroom is the perfect place to unwind by the cozy propane fireplace & enjoy a puzzle, watching nature unfold outside. Ladders lead to the 2nd & 3rd floor sleeping lofts, where you'll feel like you're tucked in a treehouse! Drift off to the calls of loons, and wake to astonishing views. Outside, a beautifully crafted outdoor kitchen with brick masonry built-in grill overlooks the beach & sparkling waterfront, the perfect space for summer cookouts. Incredible outdoor shower offers a private place to rinse off- a luxury that perfectly captures the lake lifestyle. Spend your days boating, swimming, kayaking, paddling, or fishing from the newly installed aluminum dock with swim ladder. Wild Goose Pond allows motorized boats while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere that has made it one of NH's hidden gems. Property in Strafford & Pittsfield, MLS#5098986+5098984). If your dream is a seasonal waterfront escape where every weekend feels like vacation, this unforgettable Wild Goose Pond cottage is for you! Sold Furnished!
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- Bedrooms:3
- Total Baths:1
- Full Baths:1
- SqFt:1,067
- Price / SqFt:$552.86
- Property Type:Single Family Residence
- Year Built:1955
- County:NH-Strafford
- Town:Strafford, NH
- Status:Active
- Days on Market:2
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Annual taxes for this property
| Year | Assessed Tax |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,028 |
| 2023 | $9,777 |
| 2022 | $9,527 |
Estimated from list price; verify with the town assessor.
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- Active listings in Strafford7
- Average list price$561,467
- Price range$399,000 – $824,900
- Market sentimentBalanced Market
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- Principal & Interest$2,983
- Property Tax$836
- Home Insurance$123
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.
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