- 5 beds
- 4 baths
- 5,827 sqft
- ~14 acre lot
- $489 per sqft
- 1829 build
- – on site
Howard House (1829), regarded as one of the most exceptional examples of a Federal home in central NH and VT, boasts careful preservation and restoration (most recently by Housewright Construction),as well as the subtle introduction of modern conveniences, including central air. This home, surrounded by 14 acres of well-tended trees and landscaping, enjoys the northernmost location of Orford’s nationally recognized row of 7 Federal houses paralleling the Connecticut River. This perch affords a dramatic, unimpeded view up the valley over fields and historic Orford cemetery, as well as a separate westward vista over well-designed perennial beds to the spectacular Palisade across the river. Behind the house there is open lawn, specimen trees, a tennis court, a heated Hartley greenhouse that’s accessible directly from the house, and a fenced-in vegetable garden. Numerous eye-catching architectural details include generously proportioned rooms, lofty ceilings, a stunning spiral staircase, De Gournay ‘Early View of India’ wallpaper, and decorative painting on walls and cabinetry. In addition, there are charming private quarters with a separate entrance. The property is quite private and yet within 3-minute drive to a Connecticut Riverboat landing, the Lake Morey Resort, 3 restaurants, 2 markets, conserved trails for hiking, and I-91 for a 20-minute trip to the Hanover Green. A rare chance to own an extraordinary historic house on lush grounds in a picturesque river town.
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MLS# 5047824 —
The Building
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Year Built:1829
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Pre-Construction:No
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Construction Status:Existing
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Construction Materials:Masonry, Wood Frame, Brick Exterior, Clapboard Exterior, Wood Exterior
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Architectural Style:Federal
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Roof:Metal, Shingle - Asphalt
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Foundation:Brick, Stone
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Total Stories:2
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Approx SqFt Total:7781
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Approx SqFt Total Finished:5,827 Sqft
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Approx SqFt Finished Above Grade:5,827 Sqft
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Approx SqFt Finished Below Grade:0 Sqft
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Approx SqFt Unfinished Above Grade Source:Estimated
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Approx SqFt Unfinished Below Grade:1954
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Approx SqFt Finished Building Source:Estimated
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Approx SqFt Unfinished Building Source:Estimated
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Approx SqFt Finished Above Grade Source:Assessor
Interior
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Total Rooms:18
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Flooring:Hardwood, Tile
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Description:Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Insulated, Interior Access
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Basement Access Type:Interior
Location
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Directions:Use GPS. The driveway is flanked by two 5 foot brick pillars with an embedded bronze plaque reading Howard House
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Map:08
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Latitude:43.905263000001000
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Longitude:-72.134585999999999
The Property
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Property Type:Single Family
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Property Class:Residential
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Seasonal:No
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Lot:61
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Lot Features:Agricultural, Country Setting, Landscaped, Major Road Frontage, Mountain View, Open, Secluded, View, In Town, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping
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Lot SqFt:609,840 Sqft
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Lot Acres:14 Sqft
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Zoning:Historic district
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Exterior Features:Balcony, Fence - Partial, Garden Space, Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Tennis Court, Greenhouse, Porch - Heated
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Driveway:Paved
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Road Frontage:Yes
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Road Frontage Length:203 Sqft
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Office phone:
- (802) 457-2000
Taxes
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Tax Year:2024
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Taxes TBD:No
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Tax - Gross Amount:$37,079
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:5
Baths
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Total Baths:4
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Full Baths:3
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Half Baths:1
The Listing
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Unbranded Tour URL:
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Price Per SqFt:489.1
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Foreclosed/Bank-Owned/REO:No
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Oil, Forced Air, Multi Zone
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Cooling:Central AC, Mini Split
Utilities
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Utilities:Gas - LP/Bottle, Telephone At Site, Underground Utilities
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Sewer:1500+ Gallon, Leach Field, Private, Septic
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Electric:200 Amp, Generator
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Water Source:Drilled Well
Appliances
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Appliances:Cooktop - Down-Draft, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater - Oil, Exhaust Fan
Schools
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Elementary School:Samuel Morey Elementary
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Middle Or Junior School:Rivendell Academy
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High School:Rivendell Academy
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School District:Rivendell Interstate Sch Dist
The Community
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Covenants:No
Parking
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Garage:Yes
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Garage Capacity:3
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$2,850,000
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$15,260
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Taxes | $3,089 |
Insurance | $783 |
Utilities | $688 See report |
Total | $19,820/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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6/21/25
Jun 21, 2025
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Listed / Active | PRIME_MLS | $2,850,000 |