Listed by Andrew Peterson • Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty.
For sale
$1,995,000
Est. $13,893/mo —
6
bd
•
5 ba
•
4,864
sq ft
477 E Mountain Rd, Peterborough, NH 03458
About this home
Welcome to 477 East Mountain Road – Peterborough’s Crown Jewel! Perched on prestigious East Mountain Road, the magnificent “Knights Hill” estate, once the historic home of conservationist and benefactor Josie Kane, has been meticulously restored to its former grandeur while enhanced with modern luxuries. Encompassing 6/7 bedrooms, 5 baths, and approximately 5,000 square feet of sophisticated living space, the residence is surrounded by hundreds of acres of meadows, woodlands, and includes conserved land, ensuring unrivaled privacy and sweeping ridge views across the Monadnock region. A long, scenic private drive leads to a stately courtyard and guest cottage. Through a grand mahogany doorway, the soaring great room impresses with cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, and a commanding stucco fireplace. The chef’s kitchen with granite island and octagonal breakfast alcove serves as the heart of the home, while the owner’s wing offers dual elegant baths and a refined private retreat. Guests are graciously accommodated in a standalone cottage or in the carriage house apartment with its own kitchen, bath, and private entry perfect for in-laws, staff, or extended stays. Outdoor living features expansive bluestone terraces, manicured gardens, and open columned porches framing some of New England’s finest mountain views. Just minutes from downtown Peterborough and within easy reach of Boston, this extraordinary estate is a rare legacy offering that combines history, seclusion, and timel
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
70.15 acresLot Size
$410Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Andrew Peterson• Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty
Seller will consider all offers between $2,200,000 to $2,600,000. Welcome to 477 East Mountain Road! This unsurpassed Peterborough, New Hampshire Estate spans over 340 acres featuring open meadows, picturesque forest land, stunning long-range mountain views, mature gardens, lovely stonework, and multiple outbuildings. The property is accessed by a private driveway leading to a charming courtyard and grand mahogany front door. Originally built in 1890, the primary living areas of the home underwent a major renovation in 2016. The centerpiece of the main house is a striking great room with a large fireplace, high ceilings, and ample windows overlooking a patio and views to the expansive back yard. The spacious chef's kitchen features a large granite island with a copper sink, a separate full-sized refrigerator and freezer, adjacent open-concept pantry and a lovely rounded, light-filled breakfast alcove. The primary bedroom with an en suite bath is conveniently located on the same level. On the left side of the main floor, there are three bedrooms, two of which have private sitting rooms. The lower level includes an attached 2 car garage, private entrance in-law suite with a living room, full bath, bedroom and eat in kitchen. Across the lower level sits 2 additional bedrooms, a sitting room, and a lovely music room. 50 minutes to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and 90 minutes to Boston Logan International Airport. Call today to schedule your private showing.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,240
$191,900 + $803,200
$995,100
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
5
Stories
1
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.54 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
3,403
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,403
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
23316193S
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Peterborough, NH • 03458
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Peterborough. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 477 E Mountain Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $550,000 and $3,200,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $550K to $3.2M.