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Under Contract
Gilford, NH

59 Welch Island

$995,000117 days on market

MLS# 5084802 · 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 4-bedroom home in Gilford on Lake Winnipesaukee.

4
Bedrooms
1
Bath
920
Sq Ft
1.7
Acres
Waterfront· Lake Winnipesaukee· Beach Access, Deep Water Access, Dock Access

Description

Quintessential Lake Winnipesaukee Cottage on Welch Island! Experience the charm of lakefront living on beautiful Welch Island! This classic Lake Winnipesaukee cottage sits on nearly 2 private acres with an impressive 300 feet of pristine waterfront. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets, panoramic lake views, and stunning mountain backdrops from your deck, dock, or cozy living spaces. The main cottage offers the charm of traditional lake life with a beautiful stone fireplace, bedroom, kitchen and a large deck. An outdoor shower adds to the summer cottage vibe, and a separate bunk house provides additional sleeping space for guests or kids! Even an old-fashioned outhouse! Whether you're swimming, boating, or relaxing by the water's edge, this island retreat captures everything you love about Lake Winnipesaukee.

Features

Interior

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Living/Dining
Natural Light
Natural Woodwork
1st Floor Laundry

Exterior

Boat Slip
Deck
Outbuilding
Shed
Storage

Heating

Electric

Cooling

None

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Financial

Annual Taxes
$4,431

Location

Listing History

This property was listed at $1,100,000 on Apr 22, 2026. The price was reduced by $105,000 (9.5%) to $995,000 on Invalid Date. It has been on the market for 117 days.

Sale History

DateSale Price
Jul 25, 2023$875,000
Residential · NH-Belknap County · Listed Apr 22, 2026

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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$995,000

Under Contract

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms1
Sq Ft920
$/Sq Ft$1082
Listing courtesy of KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro · Adam Dow · 603-610-8500 · Phone: 866-525-3946
PrimeMLS

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