The Admiral William Folger Homestead is a stunning Victorian Country home located in the heart of the Historic Cornish Art Colony. The property encompasses 34 acres of open space and woodland, featuring an expansive network of delightful carriage trails and a serene swimming hole on the Blow-Me-Down Brook. Over the past four years, this property has undergone extensive updates and renovations while meticulously preserving the integrity and beauty of its original architectural and design details from 1900. As a result, this gem radiates timeless elegance. The first floor of this home features the primary living spaces, including the living, dining and family rooms and library, all designed to exude an elegant ambiance. The family kitchen and butler pantry have been thoughtfully redesigned to great effect. Seven bedrooms and four bathrooms are spread across the second and third floors, providing ample room for comfortable living. New home features include central air conditioning, home elevator, and numerous energy efficiency upgrades. A newly constructed extension houses a mudroom, exercise room, and four-vehicle garage. These modern updates provide a fresh, contemporary feel to the home while preserving its essential historic details. The Admiral William Folger Homestead offers superb country living with its proximity to world class outdoor activities and its location offers quick access to Hanover, New Hampshire, and convenient travel to Boston, New York City and Montreal.
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Listed by:
Susan K Zak,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 603-643-6070,
Kate Cassidy,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with: Snyder Donegan Real Estate Group
$2,200,000
231 Platt Road, Cornish, NH 03745
7beds
7,612sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
34 Acres Lot
$2,253,500 Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$5,927 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,253,500
$1.94M - $2.64M
$5,927/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 22, 2024 at 10:15am
Listed by:
Susan K Zak,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 603-643-6070,
Kate Cassidy,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
David Donegan
Snyder Donegan Real Estate Group
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 4972615
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Oil, Electric, Forced Air, Zoned, Mini Split
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Wall Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Washer, Owned Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area, Passenger Elevator, In-Law Suite, Kitchen Island, Lead/Stain Glass, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Programmable Thermostat
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate/Stone, Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Blinds, Screens
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Full,Interior Access,Interior Entry
- Attic: Attic with Hatch/Skuttle
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: 3+ Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,012
- Total interior livable area: 7,612 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,288
- Finished area below ground: 324
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Gravel, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Finished, Heated Garage, Attached
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Laundry Access w/No Steps, Bathroom w/Tub, Hard Surface Flooring, No Stairs from Parking
Features
- Levels: 2.5
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch, Enclosed Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Natural Shade, Shed, Storage
- Waterfront features: River Front
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 804
Lot
- Size: 34 Acres
- Features: Conserved Land, Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Rural
Details
- Parcel number: CRNSM00001L000037S000000
- Zoning description: rural
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic Vintage,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Shingle Siding, Wood Exterior
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Concrete Slab, Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Utilities for property: Cable at Site
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security, Security System
Location
- Region: Cornish
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Unpaved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2024 | Sold | $2,200,000-21.4%$289/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #4972615 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2024 | Contingent | $2,800,000$368/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4972615 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,800,000+5.7%$368/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4972615 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: PrimeMLS #4943345 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+186.5%$348/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4943345 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34,471 +29.1% | $2,129,127 +109.1% |
| 2023 | $26,703 +9.9% | $1,018,040 -0.8% |
| 2022 | $24,287 +16.8% | $1,026,049 +12.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 03745
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Cornish Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cornish Elementary School
- Middle: Cornish Elementary School
- District: Cornish
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New Hampshire
- Sullivan County
- Cornish
- 03745
- 231 Platt Road