This prestigious landmark residence, designed for entertaining, traces its origins to the mid 1800's where sitting on the front porch, welcoming guests, and taking in year-round ocean breezes are part of the home’s everyday experience. Built by industrialist Frank Jones as part of a small collection of homes he developed along New Hampshire’s Seacoast, the property blends historic significance with enduring lifestyle appeal. Located within the Rye Beach Precinct, it overlooks the fairways of Abenaqui Country Club and sits just a block from Rye's beaches. The 1.17-acre setting provides both location and structure, with expansive grounds and established gardens designed for entertaining and relaxation. A covered front porte cochère welcomes arrivals, while rear porch extends living outdoors. A pergola overlooking the gardens creates a sheltered setting for outdoor dining. Architecturally, the home reflects the French Second Empire style, expressed through a mansard roof, tall windows, and intricate period detailing that create symmetry and presence. High ceilings, original wood floors, detailed millwork, and generously scaled rooms support both formal entertaining and everyday living. The Great Room, with marble flooring and a tin ceiling, serves as a central gathering space, while the kitchen and pantry anchored by an AGA stove form the working heart of the home. The residence offers eight bedrooms and multiple baths, highlighted by a spa-inspired primary bath featuring radiant heated floors and a custom steam shower. Two staircases and a private Stiltz lift provide seamless access throughout the home, while thoughtfully integrated modern systems including security ensure comfort and peace of mind. Convenient to Boston, the property combines architectural heritage, expansive grounds, and close coastal proximity, making it ideally suited for both year-round living and seasonal retreat.
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Listed by:
Tony Jalbert,
Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty 603-964-8028
Bought with: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
$3,468,347
1 Fairway Drive, Rye, NH 03871
8beds
7,247sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
1.17 Acres Lot
$4,486,900 Zestimate®
$479/sqft
$6,397 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,486,900
$4.26M - $4.71M
$6,397/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 05:34am
Listed by:
Tony Jalbert,
Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty 603-964-8028
Bought with:
Marci Francis
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5076275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned, Radiant Floor, Mini Split
Cooling
- Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Hook-ups, 2nd Floor Laundry
Features
- Central Vacuum, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Lead/Stain Glass, Primary BR w/ BA, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Pantry, Programmable Thermostat
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Softwood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Full,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walkout,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
- Attic: Attic with Hatch/Skuttle
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 3+ Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,277
- Total interior livable area: 7,247 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,247
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick/Pavers, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 1 - 10, Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 3
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 145
Lot
- Size: 1.17 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Views, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: RYEEM001B008
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete, Granite
- Roof: Membrane,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Other
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable, Propane, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Rye Beach
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Sold | $3,468,347-27.7%$479/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5076275 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $4,795,000$662/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5076275 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,795,000-1.9%$662/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5076275 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $4,889,000$675/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5021916 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Price change | $4,889,000-7.7%$675/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5021916 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,528 +13.6% | $2,947,800 +5.3% |
| 2023 | $22,470 +15% | $2,798,200 |
| 2022 | $19,531 +1.9% | $2,798,200 +49.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 03871
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rye Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 8/10Rye Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rye Elementary School
- Middle: Rye Junior High School
- High: Portsmouth High School
- District: Rye
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New Hampshire
- Rockingham County
- Rye Beach
- 03871
- 1 Fairway Drive