Dover NH Waterfront Homes

MLS Number 4889694

• Residential Single Family
• Construction Existing
• Square Feet 4,727
• Bathroom 4
• Bedrooms 4

BIG SKY FARM. This extraordinary estate sits on landscape of unparalleled beauty. Five adjoining parcels in Dover and Madbury totaling over 85 unencumbered acres and nearly a mile of saltwater frontage with ocean access. Only 1 hour drive from Boston and minutes to Portsmouth & Pease Int'l Airport. A place of retreat, the circa 1940 architecturally significant 4,700 SF home is prominently sited on the hilltop looking out 270-degrees over fertile meadows, diverse forests and open water, across miles to the vast horizon beyond. The expansive blue skys, inspiring sunrises and the full moon rise are spectacular. Over 2,000' of road frontage and 3,500' along the adjoining farm under conservation provides extensive privacy. The house features brick, stone and shingle siding; warm, rich wood-paneling; reclaimed wide pine floors; hand-hewn beams; 5 fireplaces, solarium pool and large windows that frame inspiring vistas. Add'l features include multiple outbuildings, fenced paddocks, extensive hardscapes, gunite pool and a stonewall enclosed summer garden. 84 acres are in Currrent Use, saving thousands annually on property taxes. Enjoyed by the current owners for over 60 years, many spent raising championship race horses, Big Sky Farm is now available for the discerning buyer looking to find an uncompromising opportunity to create a private compound, multiple estate parcels, equestrian facility or working farm. Property portfolio available to financially qualified buyers upon request.

Listed by Valerie Shelton of Appledore Real Estate

MLS Number 4878727

• Residential Single Family
• Square Feet 3,974
• Construction Existing
• Bathroom 3
• Bedrooms 3

Location, view and privacy....three things that immediately come to mind at this spectacular waterfront property. Imagine spending the day on your boat or kayak and then relaxing on any of the three decks watching the river flow by. Enjoy the expansive river views from almost every room in this exceptional waterfront home. Nestled on over 5 quiet acres at the confluence of the Cocheco & Piscataqua Rivers, this gorgeous 8 room, 3-bedroom custom built home has 390' of frontage on the Cocheco River complete with a shared deep water dock allowing direct ocean access. As you arrive and come around the circular driveway, you'll step inside and be swept away by the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the River. Fine meals await creating in the designer kitchen with a large center island, granite counters and beautiful lacewood cabinets. Dine in the attached dining room, relax in the living room or family/media room, all with gas fireplaces, or dine and relax al fresco on one of two first floor riverfront decks. Upstairs among three large bedrooms is a spacious master suite with fireplace, large full bath and the 3rd deck overlooking the water. Outside, you will find an attached two car and detached two/three car garage for your auto and watercraft collection, professionally landscaped grounds, water features, and 20 acres of fields owned in common. Only 15 minutes to downtown Portsmouth and a quick one-hour drive to Boston and Portland! Private jet access available.

Listed by Tony Jalbert and Patricia Weathersby of Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty