Video of 144 Main Street | Francestown, New Hampshire

History comes alive in this idyllic piece of New Hampshire. All work was done by local preservation authority & restoration expert- he happens to be the owner! Owner is happy to discuss historical aspects with qualified buyers. @90% original: woodwork, molding, fireplaces, plaster, flooring, detail, beams... extremely well preserved home yet completely livable & with meticulous upgrades all done to period rigeur, some requiring specially made handcrafted tools. All windows are original, paint taken off to the bare wood, repainted then period windows all reset/reglazed. Original Indian shutters. Drainage systems new, electrical new. Barn is unspoiled with hand-hewn ridge beam & up-down saw tooth cuts confirming the age of the structure. Stenciled flooring, multiple full bathrooms, tall ceilings throughout. Landscaping too shows extreme care & the backyard field w apples & small brook spreads wide off the flower lined, cow-step granite walkway. Huge privacy & great parking, a workshop & storage space in 3 level barn! Walk to library and village store, town offices and plenty of trails and protected sanctuary lands nearby. Close to Peterborough and 1.5 hours to Boston downtown.