Holderness, NH
43 Howard Road
$3,750,000
MLS# 5088693 · Single Family Residence
Listed todayThe Listing
A 4-bedroom 1890s home in Holderness on Squam Lake.
4
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,614
Sq Ft
1.4
Acres
Waterfront· Squam Lake· Dock Access, Right of Way
Description
Perched on the eastern shore of Squam Lake, this timeless family retreat offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of lakeside history. Built in 1898 and owned by the same family ever since, set on 1.375 acres, the property captures breathtaking sunrise views and features just over 200 feet of waterfront, an oversized seasonal dock and nice level seating area at the water's edge, detached garage, storage shed, and a screened porch perfectly positioned to overlook the water. The home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a first-floor bedroom with ensuite bath, ideal for guests or single-level living. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms along with a classic sleeping porch, perfect for summer nights falling asleep to the water lapping on the shore and the loons calling out. Rich with charm and nostalgia from another era, the home presents an exceptional opportunity to restore, renovate, or enjoy as the beloved family getaway it has been for generations. A newly designed 7-bedroom septic plan provides exciting potential for future expansion or redevelopment. Conveniently located in Holderness, the property is nearby Squam Lake Marketplace, Walter's Basin, and the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. The property also offers easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation in both Plymouth and Meredith just minutes away. Whether preserved in its historic character or transformed into a stunning lakefront estate, this is a rare chance to own an iconic piece of Squam Lake history.
Features
Interior
Wood Fireplace
1 Fireplace
Hearth
Wood Stove Insert
Exterior
Boat Slip
Dock
Deck
Outbuilding
Porch
Enclosed Porch
Screened Porch
Shed
Heating
Electric
Wood Stove
Cooling
None
Financial
Annual Taxes
$30,299
Location
Within ~5 minutes
Residential · NH-Grafton County · Listed May 13, 2026
About Holderness, NH
Holderness is famous as the home of Squam Lake — the filming location for "On Golden Pond." Plymouth State University is nearby, and the town offers a mix of academic community, nature tourism, and some of the most pristine lakefront in New England.
✓Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
✓"On Golden Pond" filming location
✓Squam Lake — pristine & secluded
✓Near Plymouth State University
✓Rattlesnake Mountain hike (easy, great views)
✓White Oak Pond
Airports
Ski Resorts
Distances are approximate. Click any destination for driving directions. NH has no state income tax or sales tax.
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Listing Information
Ellen Mulligan
Coldwell Banker Realty Center Harbor NH
603-253-4345
Off: 603-253-4345
$3,750,000
Active Listing
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms2
Sq Ft1,614
$/Sq Ft$2323
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty Center Harbor NH · Ellen Mulligan · 603-253-4345 · Off: 603-253-4345
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