242 South Rd , Brentwood, NH 03833(Rockingham County)

This early 19th century cape (c. 1825) with ell and breezeway is located in a desirable Brentwood area yet is only 20 minutes from the Seacoast and 15 minutes to the Downeaster Commuter Train. This family homestead is situated on 3 acres that includes a small farm pond. The 4 bedroom home has those original features that we love - wide pine floors, 2 working fireplaces and exposed beams. The kitchen has a cathedral ceiling and is currently being updated with new appliances, soapstone countertops and a deep kitchen sink – great for lobster pots and more! The formal dining room has traditional chair rails atop wainscotting, a built-in china cabinet and a woodstove inserted into its fireplace for efficiency. Enter through one of the doors from the formal dining area into the oversized family room. This room is bright yet cozy at the same time. Upstairs you’ll find the traditional, 4 bedroom layout. All bedrooms have pine floors and generous closet space, an unexpected plus in a home of this era. The upstairs bath is also newly renovated.

Updates include:

Restored 1800 working cook stove (negotiable)

All new storm windows

New roof

New vinyl siding with Corning Rigid insulation underneath

From the family room, step out onto the patio where you’ll inhale the fragrance of lilacs and watch mature rhododendrons burst into spring. Ultimate relaxation can be found on the patio or lounging on the newly built deck next to the pool. Rain or shine, enjoy the upcoming warm weather in your three-season porch where you can watch the variety of birds visit the yard.

For the Hobbyist:

This property also caters to the car buff and/or woodworker. There’s a very nice 40’ x 40’ garage that holds 4-6 cars with additional storage for 2 more in the utility shed. The garage floor is cement with a floor drain. There’s also plumbing in the shop, great for a parts sink or just general clean up. The bonus? Upstairs, besides generous storage space, there’s a heated and air conditioned office with cable and internet already wired in.

For The Equine Lover:

The 30’ x 40’ barn was built in 2000 and is currently configured with 5 stalls and a heated tack/feed room—complete with hot water. Two of the stalls have Dutch doors that have access to turnout. There are two grass paddocks and a sand 60' X 120' dressage arena.

The home is surrounded by horse properties and has trails, riding clubs, hunts and show grounds nearby. It is cleverly set-up with 2 driveways making it easy for the necessary deliveries or to maneuver your trailer.

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