Messer Pond Lakefront Property

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217 Forest Acres Road
New London, NH 03257

Property

$1,500,000

DIRECT lakefront

Single Family:
8 rooms, 3 bed, 2 full baths, 1 half bath
NH-Merrimack County
Color: Gray

Listed by Carter Bascom of Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty , 603-526-4050

Nestled on 100 feet of exclusive waterfront on Messer Pond, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom 2.5-bath McGray & Nichols home offers the perfect blend of comfort, light, and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy desirable first-floor living with a spacious primary suite featuring built-in shelving and an en-suite bath with tiled shower and soaking tub. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming feel throughout. The open-concept living area is ideal for entertaining or relaxing by the fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, where everyone can gather. Step outside to a screened-in porch and expansive deck—perfect for enjoying peaceful water views. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, an office, a utility room with a workbench, and a generous common room with a wood stove. Walkout access to a second deck provides flexible space for guests, work, or recreation. Located just minutes from downtown New London, enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, a hospital, grocery store, and summer stock theater. Municipal access to Little Lake Sunapee and Pleasant Lake includes town beaches and playgrounds. Only 15 minutes to Mount Sunapee Resort and Adventure Park, 30 minutes to the Upper Valley, and 90 minutes to Boston—this is a rare opportunity to enjoy waterfront living with both convenience and charm.

Property Information

Approx. Living Area: 2467 sq. ft.
Approx. Above Grade: 1343 sq. ft.
Approx. Below Grade: sq. ft.
Heating & Cooling: Baseboard,Hot Water,Wood Stove,Mini Split,
Approx. Acres: 0.46
Garage: 2 spaces,
Parking:

Features

Appliances: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range Hood,Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement: Daylight,Finished,Full,Walkout
Driveway: Paved
Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
Flood Zone: Unknown
Roof: Standing Seam
Seasonal Property: No
Sewer: Private
Road Footage: 99
Suitable Use: Residential
Water Frontage: 100
Water Rights: Yes

Other Property Information

Year Built: 1993

Tax Information

Assessed Value:
Taxes: $12,033 (2025)
Zoning: R2 - Residential
Book: 1595
Page: 0547
Parcel:
NEREN # 5090805

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