Spectacular 180-degree views from north to south await at this meticulously maintained property on Rattlesnake Island, set along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. This three bedroom, open-concept, post-and-beam cottage features beautiful pine floors and is filled with natural light from a wall of sliders that seamlessly brings the outdoors in. Step outside to enjoy two spacious decks—one perfectly positioned for sun, the other offering a shaded retreat. The expansive breakwater provides protection from prevailing winds, along with docking for two boats, and leads to a gorgeous sandy swimming area with custom steps into crystal-clear water. The property also offers direct access to the island’s interior trail system right from your back door. As a member of the Rattlesnake Island community, you’ll enjoy shared ownership of a mainland parcel that includes four parking spaces per lot, transient docking for loading and unloading, and a convenient boat ramp. Start making lasting memories on the lake this summer.
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Listed by: Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro
$825,000
878 Rattlesnake Island, Alton, NH 03810
3beds
1,248sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.66 Acres Lot
$651,700 Zestimate®
$661/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Post-and-beam cottageTwo spacious decksDocking for two boatsFilled with natural lightBeautiful pine floors
- 4 days |
- 771 |
- 41 |
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Listed by:
Jen McCullough,
Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro 603-569-3128,
Betty Ann Bickford,
Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5086386
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,248
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Levels: 1.75
- Stories: 1.75
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Slip/Dock, Dock, Deck, Private Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Deep Water Access, Lake Access, Lake Front, Waterfront, Island
- Body of water: Lake Winnipesaukee
- Frontage length: Water frontage: 101
Lot
- Size: 0.66 Acres
- Features: Trail/Near Trail, Views, Near Paths
Details
- Parcel number: ALTNM76B69
- Zoning description: LR-LAK
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Saltbox
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: On-Site Septic Exists
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Additional fee info: Fee: $180
Location
- Region: Alton Bay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $661/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $477,700
- Annual tax amount: $6,201
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
Estimated market value
$651,700
$600,000 - $710,000
$2,417/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+202.7%$661/sqft |
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| 12/14/2015 | Sold | $272,533-7.5%$218/sqft |
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| 10/18/2015 | Pending sale | $294,500$236/sqft |
Source: Island Real Estate of New Hampshire LLC #4407741 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2015 | Price change | $294,500-4.4%$236/sqft |
Source: Island Real Estate of New Hampshire LLC #4407741 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2015 | Listed for sale | $308,000+86.7%$247/sqft |
Source: Island Real Estate of New Hampshire LLC #4407741 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2001 | Sold | $165,000$132/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,201 -1.5% | $477,700 |
| 2023 | $6,296 +15.9% | $477,700 |
| 2022 | $5,431 +16.2% | $477,700 +42.6% |
| 2021 | $4,672 | $334,900 |
| 2020 | $4,672 +11.5% | $334,900 |
| 2019 | $4,190 -10.6% | $334,900 |
| 2018 | $4,685 +8.8% | $334,900 |
| 2017 | $4,307 +1.1% | $334,900 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $4,259 -0.8% | $301,000 |
| 2015 | $4,295 -1.6% | $301,000 -4.5% |
| 2014 | $4,367 +4.8% | $315,300 +1.7% |
| 2013 | $4,165 -1.7% | $309,900 |
| 2012 | $4,239 -0.3% | $309,900 -4.7% |
| 2011 | $4,250 -1.6% | $325,200 -11% |
| 2009 | $4,320 -4.2% | $365,200 -8.5% |
| 2008 | $4,510 +11.4% | $399,100 +4.2% |
| 2007 | $4,048 | $383,000 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,814/mo
Principal & interest
$4037
Property taxes
$777
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03810
Getting around
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Alton Central School (Elem)Grades: PK-8Distance: 8.9 mi
- NAProspect Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10 mi
- 4/10Prospect Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Alton Central School
- Middle: Alton Central School
- High: Prospect Mountain High School
- District: Alton School District SAU #72
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Hampshire
- Belknap County
- Alton
- 03810
- 878 Rattlesnake Island
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