This home's estimate is 17.8% lower than the average sale price ($660K) of 6 comparable homes.
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281 Varney Rd, Center Barnstead, NH 03225
About this home
Very Cute year round Lake House. This Home is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath with a lot of Extras. The Kitchen has Beautiful Cherry Cabinets, Corian Countertops, A new Energy Saver Refrigerator, and a new Stove. It looks so Pretty with all the light coming in from the wall of Glass and Glass french doors. And that Waterview, It is not unobstructed but Still Beautiful. The Living Room has a very cozy feel with the Charming Rock Fireplace, and high ceilings. On the same floor is the Primary Bedroom with an ensuite, and the Second Bedroom has the bathroom right across the hall. The lower level is a walk-in from the driveway, it has a woodstove to the right, Straight ahead is the Bar, with a fridge, A Large room to the left which is all open to the Bar and and Woodstove area. Left of the stairs is the Office, On the Back left side is a bonus room, on the right is the laundry Utility area. The deck spans the length of the front ot the house and wraps around part of the left side, Underneath is a lot of wood already cut and ready to burn. The green grass on . 46 of an acre surrounds the Home and Backs up to Woods. Pricey Extras include, A Generac, Central Air, ADT Security System, On Demand Hot Water and a Metal Roof! Locke Lake amenities are another Bonus with 2 inground pools, tennis, playground, 9 beaches with access to Half Moon Lake. Winter Activities, Snowmobiling, and Ice fishing! And so Much More! Showings by Appointment only
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Sale history for 281 Varney Rd
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Tax history for 281 Varney Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking & Garage
- Driveway
Interior
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- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (full): 1
- # of Baths (3/4): 1
- Basement Information
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Access: Walkout
- Full, Partially Finished, Walkout, Exterior Access
- Other Interior Features
- # of Rooms: 8
- Level B: Laundry Room, Level B: Office/Study, Level B: Rec Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Other
- Bar, Ceiling Fan, Common Heating/Cooling
- Accessibility Information
- Bathroom w/Step-in Shower, Bathroom w/Tub, Grab Bars in Bathroom, Paved Parking
- Equipment & Appliance Information
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Energy Star, Washer, Stove - Electric, Water Heater - On Demand
- Air Conditioner, Security System, Stove-Wood, Generator - Standby
- Room 1 Information
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Level: 1
- Room 2 Information
- Living Room
- Level: 1
- Room 3 Information
- Bedroom with Bath
- Level: 1
- Room 4 Information
- Bedroom
- Level: 1
- Room 5 Information
- Rec Room
- Level: Basement
- Room 6 Information
- Office/Study
- Office/Study
- Level: Basement
- Room 7 Information
- Bonus Room
- Level: 1
- Room 8 Information
- Laundry Room
- Level: Basement
Exterior
- Building Information
- Architectural Style: Chalet
- Construction Status: Existing
- Construction Materials: Insulation-FiberglssBatt, Brick Exterior, Clapboard Exterior
- Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2225
- Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2441
- Color: Sandlewood
- Deck, Beach Access
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
- Driveway
- Circular, Paved
- Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
- Lot: 0
- Lot Features: Country Setting, Lake View, Level, Water View
- Boat, Moorage, and Water Information
- Water Body Name: Locke Lake
- Other Property & Lot Information
- Year Built: 1975
- Water View: Yes
- Water View: Y
- Waterfront: No
- Water Body Name: Locke Lake
- Water Body Access: Yes
- Indirect, Not Adjoining
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Year: 2023
- Gross Amount Tax: 4496
- Other Tax Information
- Page Deed: 735
Utilities
- Heating & Cooling Information
- Cooling: Central AC
- Heat: Forced Air, Stove - Wood
- Heat Fuel: Gas - Liquid Propane Bottle
- Sewer Information
- 1000 Gallon
- Electric Information
- Electric Company: Eversource
- 200 Amp
- Water Information
- Water Restrictions: Unknown
- Water Source: Public
- Other Utilities Information
- Internet: Fiber Optic Internt Avail, High Speed Intrnt -AtSite
- Cable Company: Breezline
- Fuel Company: Irving
- Cable, Gas - LP/Bottle
Location
- Homeowners Association
- Fee: 580
- Yearly
- Condo Association Fee
- Association Amenities: Club House, Playground, Beach Access, Beach Rights, Boat Launch, Golf, Pool - In-Ground, Tennis Court, Pickleball
- School Information
- School District: Barnstead Sch District SAU #86
- Elementary School: Barnstead Elementary School
- Elementary School: Barnstead Elementary School
- School - High: Prospect Mountain High School
- Neighborhood Information
- Near Golf Course, Near Snowmobile Trails
- Road Information
- Road Frontage: Yes
- Road Frontage Length: 85
- Paved, Public
- Other Location Information
- Directions: RT 28 going N right on N. Barnstead Road,right on Varney Rd, 281 Varney will be on the Left, GPS Usually works
- Development / Subdivision: Locke Lake Colony
- Block: 220
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,318
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 0.46 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1975
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Belknap County
- APN: 983146
Other
- Water Body Information
- Lake
- Documents & Disclosures
- Documents Available: Association Docs, Deed, Other, Property Disclosure, Tax Map
- Listing Information
- Sale Includes: Land/Building
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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