Tuftonboro, NH

456 Governor Wentworth Highway

$4,195,000

MLS# 5090218 · Single Family Residence

5 days on market
The Listing

A 3-bedroom home in Tuftonboro on Lake Winnipesaukee.

3
Bedrooms
3
Baths
2,619
Sq Ft
6.5
Acres
Waterfront· Lake Winnipesaukee· Beach Access, Deep Water Access, Dock Access, Shared-Private

Description

Rare opportunity to own a private 6.5-acre Lake Winnipesaukee Waterfront Compound in highly sought-after quintessential Melvin Village. This unique property offers a blend of classic New England charm, expansive sprawling grounds, and versatile living spaces ideal for a family retreat or investment. This Estate features 3 separate living quarters. The main residence features 3 bedrooms, including a convenient first-floor primary suite, along with multiple living areas designed for comfort and entertaining. A spacious kitchen flows into a traditional dining room, perfect for hosting large gatherings, while a screened porch and brick patio provide stunning lake and mountain views. Additional structures include a 2BD/2BA boathouse set directly on the water, offering an immersive lakeside experience, and a newly renovated 1BD/1BA apartment above the garage with modern finishes—ideal for guests or as a potential income-producing unit. Enjoy 277 feet of water frontage which includes 100 feet of sandy beachfront, beautifully maintained lawns, and a newly rebuilt dock constructed with premium Red Balau wood, accommodating up to three+ boats in the picturesque waters of Melvin Bay—perfect for boating, swimming, and relaxing lakeside. The property provides exceptional privacy in a peaceful, residential setting, where nature and lake life take center stage, yet remains conveniently close to local shops, dining, and recreation. A rare offering with flexibility for multi-generational living, a private compound, or a luxury waterfront investment property.

Features

Interior

Dining Area
Wood Fireplace
1 Fireplace
Furnished
In-Law/Accessory Dwelling
Kitchen Island
Kitchen/Dining
Kitchen/Family
Laundry Hook-ups
Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Treatment

Exterior

Boat Slip
Dock
Barn
Boat House
Building
Deck
Garden
Gazebo
Guest House
Hot Tub
Other - See Remarks
Patio
Covered Porch
Enclosed Porch
Screened Porch
Private Dock
Storage
Beach Access

Heating

Oil
Baseboard
Hot Water
Zoned
Radiant
Radiant Floor

Cooling

Other
Wall Unit(s)

Parking

Direct Access
Heated Garage
Driveway
Garage
Off Street
On Site
Parking Spaces 11 - 20
Parking Spaces 6+

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Financial

Annual Taxes
$25,980

Location

Residential · NH-Carroll County · Listed May 21, 2026

About Tuftonboro, NH

Tuftonboro is a quiet, upscale residential town on the northeast shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. With no commercial center of its own, it offers maximum privacy and some of the lake's most prestigious waterfront estates. Residents enjoy low tax rates and proximity to Wolfeboro for shopping and dining.

Prestigious waterfront estates
One of NH's lowest property tax rates
Castle in the Clouds (hilltop estate & attraction)
Copple Crown Mountain hiking
Mirror Lake swimming area
Minutes to Wolfeboro village
County: Carroll
Population: ~2,500
Schools: Governor Wentworth Regional (SAU 49)

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

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$4,195,000

Active Listing

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3
Sq Ft2,619
$/Sq Ft$1602
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Listing courtesy of Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro · Christine McCluskey · 603-569-3128
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