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Alton, NH

972 Rattlesnake Island

$625,000Last sold Oct 24, 2025Listed at $699,000

MLS# 5037941 · Single Family Residence

Sold in 182 days
Island Property

This home is on Rattlesnake Island, a boat-access island on Lake Winnipesaukee. Our guide covers how you get there, what sells, and what island ownership actually involves.

Rattlesnake Island guide
The Listing

A 4-bedroom home in Alton on Lake Winnipesaukee.

4
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,504
Sq Ft
0.8
Acres
Waterfront· Lake Winnipesaukee· Directly Adjoining, Dock Access

Description

Welcome to the broadside of Rattlesnake Island, located on the stunning shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. This custom built post and beam home consists of 3 BR, 1 BA in the main part of the house and a spacious attached guest room with 1/2 bath and separate entrance. The home was created with an open concept to allow lake and mountain views whether in the kitchen cooking or relaxing in the roomy living area. Upstairs you'll find 2 private bedrooms and a reading nook. This well thought out home is welcoming and comfortable. The property offers an abundance of outdoor living space, featuring a wrap-around deck perfectly designed for entertaining with plenty of seating, a counter height custom built double bin cooler on wheels, and a grilling station with all the tools. Another feature is the outside relaxation area, complete with two hammocks and a custom made queen size bed that hangs from the trees (truly one-of-a-kind). The shoreline boasts an extra-wide U-shape dock that accommodates 3 boats, a sandy bottom, and breakwater all with a 180-degree view spanning out to 3 mountain ranges. If you feel like getting away from the water, this property has direct access to the interior island trails, and from the very top you can see the whole lake and Mt. Washington. Rattlesnake Members have access to Rattlesnake Landing on the mainland consisting of 2 docks, a launching ramp and 2 parking lots. It's time for you to be on island time!

Features

Interior

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Hot Tub
Kitchen/Family
Natural Light
Natural Woodwork

Exterior

Boat Slip
Deck
Dock
Hot Tub
Natural Shade
Private Dock

Heating

None

Cooling

Other

Financial

Annual Taxes
$6,112

Location

Listing History

This property was listed at $799,000 on Apr 25, 2025. The price has been reduced by $100,000 from the original $799,000. It sold on Oct 24, 2025 for $625,000, $174,000 (21.8%) below the original asking price.

Residential · NH-Belknap County · Listed Apr 25, 2025 · Sold Oct 24, 2025

About Alton, NH

Alton anchors the southern tip of Lake Winnipesaukee, with Alton Bay serving as one of the lake's most popular harbors. The town offers a mix of year-round homes and vacation properties, with Mt. Major trailhead, the most-hiked peak in the Lakes Region, right in town.

Alton Bay, popular harbor & beach
Mt. Major trailhead (most popular Lakes Region hike)
Annual ice runway on Alton Bay
B&M Railroad Park
Close to Route 11 corridor
Jones Field recreation area
County: Belknap
Population: ~5,500
Schools: Alton (SAU 72)

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

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$625,000

Sold Oct 24, 2025

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms2
Sq Ft1,504
$/Sq Ft$416
Listing courtesy of Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro · Jen McCullough · 603-569-3128 · Selling office: BHHS Verani Wolfeboro
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