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Gilford, NH

59 Welch Island

$875,000Last sold Jul 25, 2023Listed at $925,000Sold in 19 days

MLS# 4960264 · Single Family Residence

Island Property

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

Welch Island guide
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The Listing

A 3-bedroom home in Gilford on Lake Winnipesaukee.

3
Bedrooms
1
Bath
920
Sq Ft
1.7
Acres
Waterfront· Lake Winnipesaukee· Municipal Residents Only

Description

300’ of pristine southwest exposure on Welch Island, Lake Winnipesaukee. Escape to a serene lakeside paradise with crystal clear waterfront and with a well-built stone breakwater to keep your boat protected plus a mooring. This expansive property, set on 1.7 acres, on 210-acre Welch Island, provides a tranquil retreat, with walking trails and breathtaking sunsets. The property consists of two separate cottages. The primary cottage includes approx. 600 sq ft with a large deck on the water’s edge. This classic one-bedroom lake cottage features knotty pine and a stone fireplace. A boardwalk leads to a spacious knotty pine two-bedroom bunkhouse with cathedral ceiling. Also included is a separate bathhouse with and outdoor shower and storage, plus an outbuilding with a workshop. The property is being sold furnished. There is incredible value with this amount of acreage and shorefront on desirable Welch Island, right in the middle of Lake Winnipesaukee. You will have access to the Glendale Town Docks for daytime boat parking, 24-hour car parking, trash receptacles, boat launching, and guest parking. Imagine waking up to the sounds of gentle soothing waves and spectacular sunsets in the evening. Please view the 3-D virtual tour as well video for a closer look at the property.

Features

Interior

1 Fireplace
Living/Dining
Natural Woodwork

Exterior

Boat Mooring
Boat Slip
Deck
Outbuilding

Heating

Electric

Cooling

None

Financial

Annual Taxes
$7,198

Location

Listing History

This property was listed on Jul 6, 2023. It sold on Jul 25, 2023 for $875,000, $50,000 (5.4%) below the original asking price.

Sale History

DateSale Price
Sep 11, 2026$950,000
Residential · NH-Belknap County · Listed Jul 6, 2023 · Sold Jul 25, 2023

About Gilford, NH

Gilford offers the best of both worlds: a residential community with top-rated schools and direct access to both Lake Winnipesaukee and Gunstock Mountain. Families are drawn to its excellent school system, safe neighborhoods, and year-round outdoor recreation.

✓Gunstock Mountain Resort (ski, zip-line, camping)
✓Top-rated Gilford school district
✓Town Beach on Lake Winnipesaukee
✓Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion (concert venue)
✓Ellacoya State Park
✓Close to Laconia amenities
County: Belknap
Population: ~7,500
Schools: Gilford (SAU 73)

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

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$875,000

Sold Jul 25, 2023

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1
Sq Ft920
$/Sq Ft$951
Listing courtesy of Roche Realty Group · Heidi Kephart · 603-279-7046 · Selling office: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro
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