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5/28/2026
Listed
$920,000
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Property Description
Tucked away on 2 peaceful acres in the heart of Melvin Village, Brookside Cottage Circa 1854 has been beautifully brought back to life through a thoughtful renovation and redesign that blends historic charm with modern upgrades. Conveniently located on the main road into town, the property boasts 500 feet of waterfront along scenic Wingate Brook, which flows directly into Lake Winnipesaukee. This tranquil, retreat-like setting is framed by a gently meandering waterway, peaceful wooded views, and the soothing sounds of flowing water. An oversized boulder rock firepit, surrounded by rustic cut-tree benches, creates a warm and inviting gathering space that blends naturally into the landscape. Currently operating as a thriving Airbnb, this unique property was updated to offers exceptional versatility and a flexible floor plan that rents as 2, 4, or 6-bedroom homes each with separate private entries kitchen living dining and abundant separate off street parking configurations. Great option to live in one side and rent out the other for rental income. Zoned for both residential and commercial use, Brookside Cottage has successfully served as a private residence, as prior business boutique shop out of the barn, prior bed & breakfast, and now income-producing getaway. The attached 31' x 33' barn expands the possibilities even further with a garage, workshop, possible wedding venue, storage space, and an impressive loft entertaining room ideal for gatherings, recreation, stylish glamping barn or creative space. Ample parking in two separate areas makes hosting guests easy and convenient. Enjoy the best of the Lakes Region lifestyle just minutes from town beaches, two marinas, and a public boat launch, while being only 15 minutes to Wolfeboro for shopping, dining, and year-round activities. Whether you are looking for a charming waterfront retreat, investment opportunity, or flexible live/work property, Brookside Cottage is truly one of a kind. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 396 Governor Wentworth Hwy
General
- Price: $920,000
- Taxes: $3,917 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: PrimeMLS
- MLS ID: 5091524
- Updated: 5/29/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 12
- Interior Features: Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Wood Fireplace, 1 Fireplace, Furnished, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Indoor Storage, 1st Floor Laundry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove, Electric Water Heater, Oil Water Heater
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Manufactured
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1: Bathroom Full, 9 x 7, Level 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 1: 10 x 22, Level 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 11 x 15, Level 1
- Family Room: Family Room, 18 x 19, Level 1
- Dining Room: Dining Room, 12 x 15, Level 1
- Laundry: 11 x 15, Level 1
- Mud Room: Mudroom, 19 x 10, Level 1
- Porch: 7 x 24, Level 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Battery Smoke Detector, Hardwired Smoke Detector, Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Barn, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Porch, Covered Porch, Right of Way to Water, Storage, Window Screens
- Color: Red
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Driveway, On-Site, Parking Spaces 5 - 10, Barn
Location
- County: Carroll
- Driving Directions: Rt. 109 North to Melvin Village. # 396 on your left at the intersection of RT 109 and 109A.
School Information
- School District: Governor Wentworth Regional
- Elementary School: Tuftonboro Central School
- Middle School: Kingswood Regional Middle Sch
- High School: Kingswood Regional High School
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Oil, Electric, Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: 1500+ Gallon, Concrete, Existing Leach Field, Private, Septic
Structural Information
- Construction Status: Existing
- Basement Entrance: Interior
- Basement Desc.: Crawlspace, Full, Interior Stairs, Unfinished
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 3,359
- Finished Total: 3,359 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,113 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 246 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1815
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 87,120
- Frontage: Yes Road Frontage
- Frontage Feet: 710
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
- Zoning: NHB-NE
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Front Type: Stream
- Water Front Name: Winnipesaukee River
- Water Front Owned: 1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $273.89
- Tax Amount: $3,917
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Aerials, Deed, Plot Plan, Property Disclosure, Tax Map
- Block: 1
- Lot Number: 1
Listed by Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro, Randall Parker and Jon Parker
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Schools
Schools serving 396 Governor Wentworth Hwy
School District:Governor Wentworth Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tuftonboro Central School 205 Middle Rd., Tuftonboro, NH 03816 | K-6 | 2.1 mi |
Kingswood Regional Middle School 404 South Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894 | 7-8 | 8.9 mi |
Kingswood Regional High School 396 South Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894 | 9-12 | 8.9 mi |
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396 Governor Wentworth Highway, Tuftonboro, NH 03816 (MLS# 5091524) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 396 Governor Wentworth Highway is currently listed for $920,000 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 396 Governor Wentworth Highway? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Tuftonboro? You can browse all Tuftonboro real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.