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Meredith, NH

98 BEAR ISLAND

$655,000Last sold Nov 10, 2022Listed at $642,500Sold in 111 days

MLS# 4922086 · Single Family Residence

Island Property

This home is on Bear Island, a boat-access island on Lake Winnipesaukee.

Bear Island guide
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The Listing

A 3-bedroom home in Meredith on 1.6 acres.

3
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,376
Sq Ft
1.6
Acres

Description

BEAUTIFUL ISLAND SANCTUARY---Escape the hustle and bustle of the mainland to your own beautiful island retreat. Wake to the sounds of the loons calling in this custom designed open concept log home on Bear Island. Serenely located in a protective cove, with a 60 ft private dock w/ thermostatically controlled ice eater & immediate access to miles of walking trails and historic stone church. Huge open concept great room with stunning cathedral ceilings, and lots of glass and natural light, kitchen, kitchen island and dining area included with engineered hard wood throughout. The Master BR includes a full bath, with ceramic tile and custom sink, walk in closet and private covered porch leading to a spacious open deck.The kitchen features beautiful ceramic tile counters and hand made cabinets. Direct water views off the spacious front deck, great for entertaining, with built in bench seats for extra seating. There are concrete posts/piers in place for an 18 x 22 additional expansion off the rear of the home as well as piers in place for a separate 12 x 16 bunk house if ever needed in the future. Included is a 2022 prepaid boat marina dry storage for 2022. Also included is an available future valet boat storage at Y-Landing for a boat up to 20 feet long and a beam of 8 ft or less. The property easily sleeps eight, 3 BRS & queen size futon in Fam Rm. Direct access to a large cove great for water skiing and tubing. Seller is a licensed NH Broker.

Features

Interior

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished
Hearth
Kitchen Island
Natural Woodwork
1st Floor Laundry

Exterior

Boat Slip
Porch
Covered Porch
Private Dock

Heating

Wood
Wood Stove

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Financial

Annual Taxes
$4,985

Location

Listing History

This property was listed at $850,000 on Jul 22, 2022. The price has been reduced by $207,500 from the original $850,000. It sold on Nov 10, 2022 for $655,000, $195,000 (22.9%) below the original asking price.

Residential · NH-Belknap County · Listed Jul 22, 2022 · Sold Nov 10, 2022

About Meredith, NH

Meredith sits where Lake Winnipesaukee, Waukewan, and Paugus Bay converge. Its bustling town center features Mill Falls Marketplace, year-round dining, and the Meredith Sculpture Walk. It's the commercial hub of the northern lake region, with strong tourism and a growing year-round economy.

Mill Falls Marketplace & inns
Annual Sculpture Walk
Meredith Bay boardwalk & public docks
Annalee Dolls headquarters
Gateway to Squam Lake & White Mountains
Year-round dining & entertainment
County: Belknap
Population: ~6,600
Schools: Inter-Lakes (SAU 2)

Distances are approximate. Click any destination for driving directions. NH has no state income tax or sales tax.

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$655,000

Sold Nov 10, 2022

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2
Sq Ft1,376
$/Sq Ft$476
Listing courtesy of Fairway Real Estate, LLC · Craig Keeler · 603-227-0233 · Selling office: BHHS Verani Concord
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