Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,680 sqft
838 Rattlesnake Island, Alton, NH 03810
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.17 acresLot Size
1990Year Built
$506/sq ftPrice per sq ft

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.

    Sold By BHHS Verani Belmont

    • Listed by: Kate Copplestone • BHHS Verani Wolfeboro
    Listing closed: 09/30/2022 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4918718

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    30 year fixed, 6.71% Interest

    Principal and Interest

    $4,392

    Property Taxes

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    Property Information for 838 Rattlesnake Island

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $7,194 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • Parking: Deeded, Off Premises, Permit Required
    • Water Body Type: Lake
    • Water View: Yes
    • Waterfront Property: Yes
    • Zoning: LR- Lakeshore Res
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1990
    • Lot Size: 1.17 AC / 50,965 SF
    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

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    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
    PublicPK to 8

    Prospect Mountain High School
    Public9 to 13

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