Washington Homes For Sale
Situated in a hilly, rocky, forested area, and with 26 lakes and ponds, Washington is a picturesque resort area. It is home to Pillsbury State Park. Ashuelot Pond is in the southwest, and part of Highland Lake is in the south. Lovewell Mountain, elevation 2,496 feet (761 m) above sea level, is the highest point in town. The Washington Town Common, elevation 1,507 feet (459 m), is the highest town center in the state. Washington is bordered by Goshen to the northwest, Newbury and Bradford to the northeast, Hillsborough and Windsor to the southeast, Stoddard to the south, Marlow to the southwest, and Lempster to the west.
Granted in 1735 by Colonial Governor Jonathan Belcher of Massachusetts, the town was one of the fort towns designated to protect the colonies from Indian attack, named "Monadnock Number 8". In 1751, the town was granted by Governor Benning Wentworth as "New Concord". As the grant was never settled, the charter was revoked. Reuben Kidder of New Ipswich acquired the grant, naming it "Camden". The first settlers arrived in 1768 and built log houses. By 1773, the community had 132 inhabitants. On December 13, 1776, the newly established American revolutionary government incorporated the town as "Washington", after George Washington — the first named in his honor.
By 1830, the population had grown to 1,135. Using water power from the streams, mills manufactured lumber, barrel staves, shingles, chair parts, bobbins, whip sockets, hosiery, bricks and washboards. Gristmills ground grain. Sheep farms, producing wool and mutton, were an important business. In 1840, there were 200 farms. Tubbs Union Academy was founded in 1849, and although it did not last long, the school once enrolled over 100 students from New Hampshire and beyond. The first Seventh-day Adventist church was established in Washington in 1862. In 1886, the town produced 53 tons of maple sugar.
The railroad era brought tourists, and hotels were built on the lakes and ponds; however, with 19th century migration to the Midwest, the town's population dwindled. As of 1960, it contained only 162 inhabitants. Washington has grown since, as its scenic beauty attracts tourists and retirees. The town contains significant examples of early architecture, including the Town Hall, built as a meetinghouse in 1787, the Congregational Church built in 1840, and the first Seventh-day Adventist Church built circa 1843.
CAMP NEEDS SOME ATTENTION, WOULD MAKE GREAT GETAWAY, HUNTING CAMP ECT..HAS RIGHTS TO SMALL BEACH ON HIGHLAND LAKE JUST DOWN THE ROAD.PRIVATE LOCATION.
Great chance to own in this friendly Lake community. A Hideaway Retreat or Year Round Cozy Home with nearby Beach, Snowmobile Trails, and Lakes Galore. Basement has never had water from torrential rains
Live comfortably and inexpensively in this nice cape-style, open-concept home with soaring ceilings. The upstairs master bedroom has a half bath already plumbed with room to expand for a shower. The lot is a spacious 1.5 acres and you can enjoy the beach, volley ball, and tennis only a short walk away. This is a great home for the price. Install Heat-Smart and enjoy easy, inexpensive electric heat to supplement the wood/coal furnace. Bank-owned.
Amazing view and tranquil setting you will have with this garrison style house. On over 2 acres of land. 2 car garage w/ample amount of storage on the second floor. Full basement for storage and walk out. 3 bedrooms w/the masterbedroom having a walk in closet and beautiful views of the mountains. 1 full bath on 2nd floor and 1/2 bath on the first floor. 3 decks.
Well sited home with exceptional views of marsh and Highland Lake. Close to snowmobile trails - right out your back door. Well maintained property with large family room addition with gas heat stove and a plethora of windows to take advantage of the views. Master suite with 3/4 bath, comfortable living area, nicely landscaped lot. Oversized one car garage, generator with hookup, some furnishings will stay. This is a gem and worth a look for year round living or all season vacation home.
Water View without the taxes. House is sited with views of marsh and Highland Lake. Enjoy the wildlife! Snowmobile trails from the house, great year round vacation home. Wonderful master suite with 3/4 bath, large family room addition with plethora of windows to enjoy the views. Oversized one car garage, generator with hookup in place. Some furnishings stay. Don’t miss this great opportunity to live in peaceful Washington NH!!! Vacation in all seasons or live here year round.
Great opportunity to own in this lake community. Enjoy the association beach, marina, club house, snowmobile trails, atving. House sits on oversized 1.6 acre lot with small pond, 2 car oversized detached garage for all the toys. House has had many updates, Vermont Castings gas stove in living room, wood stove in garage, Large deck with retractable awning, alarm system, new carpeting, Large wall mounted plasma TV to stay!!
NEW PRICE!MOTIVATED SELLERS!!Many moons ago this was the old post office! Antique gabled cape with lots of charm! Lg kitchen with stained glass window to front and nice view of patio and perennials of back yard from kitchen sink, brick floor 3 season porch to enjoy, new first floor master bedroom with walk in closet, den or nursery on first floor, renovated bath w builtins and laundry combo, new furnace and hot water heater 2011, back roof replaced this fall, upstairs is two bedrooms with half bath, det 2 car gar with loft for many uses other than storage, possible art studio or great get away for kids as family room. The possibilities are endless. Dont forget a short walk to church, town offices and town common. Millen Pond, the on golden pond of Washington is minutes away and great beach area.
Mature trees, perennials and stonewalls adorn this New England Cape, including a babbling brook & a big yard for BBQs, gardening & playing! The home has a wonderful floor plan & has been completely updated. Bright open concept kitchen/family or dining w/ plenty of room for large gatherings. Living room w/ an archway leading to office or reading nook . Enjoy your morning coffee in three season porch that overlooks the private yard. Attached post & beam workshop that could be converted into a beautiful living space. All new systems; roof, baths, electric, plumbing, FHW furnace, drilled well and the home has also been fully insulated. Quick walk to the picturesque Washington Village and short drive to Hillsboro. Close to: Skiing @ Sunapee or Pat’s Peak, State Parks, Lakes...Don’t miss this one!
waterfront lot with exsisting shed and boat dock with 62 feet of waterfrontage. Fish, swim and boat. easy access to the main body of the lake.Ideal for thatfor that getaway.
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