2395 Valley RoadStoddard, NH 03464Price: $499,000

Offered for the first time since it was built in 1971, this cherished Highland Lake cottage, w/ ±65' of exclusively owned waterfront, has been lovingly maintained by the same family for 55 years. From the moment you arrive, your eyes are drawn to the water. An expansive enclosed porch stretches across the lakeside of the home, offering sparkling water views, cool summer breezes, and the unmistakable call of the loons. With screened windows & removable glass inserts, it's a space you'll enjoy well beyond summer. The lawn leads directly to the sandy-bottom shoreline, making swimming, wading, and launching kayaks effortless. The existing 40' dock is ready for your boat, inviting you to spend the days exploring beautiful Highland Lake, which encompasses ±700 acres over a 7-mile span and is well-known for boating, swimming, bass fishing, & year-round recreation. Inside, the main level features a cozy living room w/ wood stove, kitchen/dining area, 2 bedrooms, and ¾ bath. Upstairs are 2 additional rooms, including one w/ a private balcony overlooking the lake, that have accommodated overnight guests for years. Plenty of room to relax, gather w/ loved ones & enjoy life at the lake! Currently enjoyed as a seasonal retreat, the property offers a drilled well, insulation, electric heat & other updates including a replacement septic tank (2016) and well pump. Two detached outbuildings provide excellent storage for lawn equipment, water toys & gear. On ±.27 acres in low-tax Stoddard, this special property is being offered fully furnished & turn-key, ready to enjoy from day one. Whether you preserve its timeless cottage charm or make it your own over time, opportunities like this don't come along often. Located approx. 30 minutes to Hillsborough & Newport, approx. 45-50 minutes to Concord, Keene & Sunapee, and under 2 hours from Boston. Come experience the simple joys of Highland Lake, where summer days seem to last a little longer and memories are made for generations.