Last Sold Price
2 beds1,680 sqft$506/sqft
838 Rattlesnake Island, Alton, NH 03810

Description

Longview Lodge situated on iconic Rattlesnake Island, one of Lake Winnipesaukee largest islands. This beautiful log home has panoramic views across the broads, looking to Mount Shaw and the Sandwich Range. This home features a gorgeous open main floor living area with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, wide-pine floors, a charming wood-stove in the dining area and beautiful granite counter tops in the kitchen, with natural wood throughout. Two large bedrooms, and a bonus sleeping area can accommodate...Longview Lodge situated on iconic Rattlesnake Island, one of Lake Winnipesaukee largest islands. This beautiful log home has panoramic views across the broads, looking to Mount Shaw and the Sandwich Range. This home features a gorgeous open main floor living area with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, wide-pine floors, a charming wood-stove in the dining area and beautiful granite counter tops in the kitchen, with natural wood throughout. Two large bedrooms, and a bonus sleeping area can accommodate a crowd, finishing off the living space are two spacious bathrooms, one that has a custom live edged vanity and a roomy shower, remodeled in 2021. Off of the living space there is an over sized deck with two levels, great for entertaining or enjoying the natural beauty this property offers. The walk to the water has a stone walkway, with only a handful of steps from the house, and beautiful level lawn for yard games, at the water, you will find a deck for morning coffee or evening cocktails, dock space for two boats and kayak rack. As a bonus there is an outbuilding for all your water toys and yard equipment. Just a short walk from the house you can access the great hiking trails Rattlesnake Island has to offer, with some of the most stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee along with blueberries for any nature enthusiast to enjoy. For your convenience Rattlesnake Island Association owns two properties on the mainland, one for launching your boat, and the other for parking.
LISTING CLOSED: 09/30/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kate Copplestone • BHHS Verani Wolfeboro

Sold By BHHS Verani Belmont

Property Details for 838 Rattlesnake Island

Status
MLS #
4918718
Days on Market
60
Taxes
$7,194 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1990
Lot Size
1.17 AC / 50,965 SF
Parking
Deeded, Off Premises, Permit Required
Water Body Type
Lake
Water View
Yes
Waterfront Property
Yes
Zoning
LR- Lakeshore Res

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$820,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

93.1%

Alton, NH

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$650,000 | 37 Bowman Road, Alton, NH 03809
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$550,000 | 630 Rattlesnake Island, Alton, NH 03810
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Square Feet
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Acres
$875,000 | 1472 Mt Major Highway, Alton, NH 03810
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,650,000 | 150 Minge Cove Road, Alton, NH 03810
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Bedrooms
1,120
Square Feet
0.44
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 838 Rattlesnake Island

Stories2Year Built1990Building Size-Lot Size1.17 AC / 50,965 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,920 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,320

Property Taxes

$600

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 838 Rattlesnake Island

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area Description: Island
  • City: Alton
  • County: NH-Belknap
  • Directions: Halfway up Broadside. Accessible by boat only.
  • Latitude: 43.569159123450866
  • Longitude: -71.289214799499504
  • Road Frontage: No
  • Seasonal: Yes
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Island
  • Map: 76
  • Zip Code: 03809
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $7,194.00
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Prospect Mountain High School
  • School - District: Prospect Mountain
  • School - Elementary: Alton Central School
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: None
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 0
  • Lot: 79
  • Lot - Sqft: 50965.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.17
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1680.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 1680.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1680.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
  • Water Frontage Length: 175.0
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Lake Winnipesaukee
  • Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Foundation: Post/Piers
  • Owned Land: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1990
Utilities
  • Electric: 200 Amp
  • Sewer: 750 Gallon, Leach Field
  • Utilities: Other
  • Water Access Details: Dock Access
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Boat Launch
  • Features - Exterior: Boat Slip/Dock, Docks, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch, Private Dock, Shed
  • Roads: None
  • Roof: Shingle - Architectural
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric
  • Basement: No
  • Baths - Total: 2
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 0
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 1
  • Rooms - Total: 5
  • Bedrooms - Total: 2
  • Equipment: Window AC, Stove-Wood
  • Features - Interior: Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Furnished, Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood, Vinyl Plank
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Wood
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Stove - Wood
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2

Property History for 838 Rattlesnake Island

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 30, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498887692

$850,000

+11.2% / yr

Sep 30, 2022

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4918718

$850,000
Sep 23, 2022

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4918718

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/30/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498887692

$850,000

+11.2% / yr

09/30/2022

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4918718

$850,000
09/23/2022

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4918718

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 838 Rattlesnake Island

Taxable ValueLand$490,800Additions$141,400Total$632,200
Tax Record2024$8,206 ($684 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,776 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,776 SqFtStories2Lot Size50,965 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1990Year Renovated1990ZoningLR-LAKCountyBELKNAPAPNALTN M:76 B:79

Schools near 838 Rattlesnake Island

This home is within Prospect Mountain School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Alton Central School (Elem)
PublicPK to 8

Prospect Mountain High School
Public9 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 838 Rattlesnake Island, Alton, NH 03810
$850,000
2
1,680
50,965
$465,000
3
2,350
40,075
$72,500
28,314
$466,000
2
2.5
1,907
30,492
1.5
1,020
28,750
2
1.5
1,046
28,314

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