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$1,135,000
5 Days On Site

186 Gilson Road
Jaffrey, NH 03452

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
2
Beds
1
Total Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,009
SqFt
$1,125
/SqFt
1896
Built
County:
Cheshire
Listing courtesy of Kenneth Moller of The Mollers Inc. Cell: 603-547-5812
Call Now: (603) 435-7151
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A rare opportunity to own a piece of Jaffrey history! Built in 1896 and lovingly held by the same family ever since, this rustic cabin on the shore of Thorndike Pond is being offered for sale for the first time in its history. Set on 2.2 wooded acres with approximately 300 feet of pond frontage, the property enjoys a wonderfully private setting with majestic Mount Monadnock rising behind the property. The charming cabin retains the character and simplicity of an old New Hampshire camp, offering a kitchen, living room with fireplace, two first-floor bedrooms, 3/4 bath, and a second-level sleeping loft with balcony. The cabin is set back from the waterfront, providing a peaceful wooded setting while still offering easy access to your own private shoreline. The relatively level land and town-maintained road make the property readily accessible while preserving a sense of privacy and seclusion. Thorndike Pond is a quiet, pristine pond enjoyed by canoe and kayak enthusiasts, with a sandy beach and an area suitable for launching a small boat. Spend summer days swimming, paddling, fishing, or simply relaxing along your own 300 feet of shoreline while enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. Nearby Monadnock State Park offers miles of hiking trails and year-round recreational opportunities. Whether you are looking for a nostalgic New Hampshire getaway, a private waterfront retreat, or a unique property with future potential, this property offers something truly special. The existing cabin provides an opportunity to enjoy the property as it is while considering the potential to build a new residence and create your own waterfront retreat. A rare combination of history, privacy, acreage, mountain scenery, and waterfront on one of Jaffrey's beautiful ponds.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,135,000
Days On Site 
5 Days
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,009 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
N/A
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
2.2 Acres
Year Built 
1896
MLS® Number 
5110256
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$21,650
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
6 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
6 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
2.2
Additional Property Use 
ResidentialRecreational
Foundation 
Stone
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
Gravel
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Unknown
SqFt Above 
1009
SqFt Total 
1009
Style 
CabinCottage/Camp
Utilities 
None
Zoning 
R1
Interior Features
Appliances 
RefrigeratorElectric Water Heater
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Flooring 
VinylWood
Heating 
Floor Furnace
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Wood Siding
Lot Features 
LevelWoodedWaterfront
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
Porch
Roof 
Shingle
View 
Mountain(s)Water
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
PondBeach Access
Waterview 
Mountain(s)Water
Community Features
School District 
Jaffrey-Rindge Coop Sch Dst
Schools
School District
Jaffrey-Rindge Coop Sch Dst
Elementary School
Jaffrey Grade School
Middle School
Jaffrey-Rindge Middle School
High School
Conant High School
Listing courtesy of Kenneth Moller of The Mollers Inc. Cell: 603-547-5812



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