557 S Barnstead Rd, Barnstead, NH, 03225

LIVE THE DREAM -- Spectacular 51-acre estate includes a fully-renovated ranch-style home, 3-sided horse barn, paddock with Nelson automatic horse waterer, outdoor sandstone riding arena, 32x40 garage, two ponds totaling 5 acres, woods with trails, and hay fields, The meticulously maintained and tastefully-appointed house sits on a knoll set well back from the road. It has a well-designed floor plan featuring a kitchen with maple hardwood cabinets, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances including a 36" Wolf gas range with copper vent hood, butcher block island with breakfast bar, hammered copper farmhouse sink, and a Nordica wood cook stove. Family room has a huge picture window offering scenic views of hay fields, as well as mountains in the distance. Living room opens to a farmers porch overlooking the horse paddock and ponds. Beautiful hickory hardwood flooring throughout the first floor. The lower level includes a rec room and two flex rooms, either of which could be used as an office, den, hobby room or study. Development potential. Convenient location close to everything -- 30 minutes to Concord, Rochester, Lake Winnipesaukee, or skiing: 60 minutes to beaches; 90 minutes to Boston. This fabulous home is a pleasure to show.