Alton, New Hampshire
Alton, New Hampshire, is a bustling community of about 5300 people located in southern Belknap County. Set on the southern shores of Lake Winnepesaukee, the state’s largest lake, Alton and the village around Alton Bay attracts vacationers from all over New England as well as New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and even from our neighbor to the north, Canada. Alton is a great starting point to any New Hampshire excursion and a great place to return to after a long day of experiencing all New Hampshire has to offer.
Alton was settled in the mid-1770’s, long after New Hampshire became its own province. Founded by a group of citizens from Roxbury, Massachusetts, the name of “Roxbury” was offered but refused since there were already two other “Roxburys” in New England at the time. The residents then named their town New Durham Gore because of the numerous rocky areas, or “gores” in the higher elevations. The town was later renamed, in 1796, for a prominent family from Roxbury named Alton.
The first people in town were farmers who tilled the rocky soils of the highlands, which were less likely to succumb to frost than the low-lying areas. Soon, though, merchants moved into the lower regions of the town and by 1840 the busy little village of Alton was up and running at full speed. Seven years later, the railway came to town and businesses really started blooming.
With additional commerce came tourism – it didn’t take long for word to spread about the beauty of Lake Winnepesaukee and the surrounding area. Soon people were filling the trains in an attempt to view this undisturbed wilderness and swim in a lake of which they could barely see the other shore. Campgrounds and hotels sprung up throughout Alton and tourism soon overwhelmed the area. The Mount Washington, Lake Winnepesaukee’s first steam-powered ship, was launched in 1872 giving tourist a yet-unseen view of the lake, the mountains and the wildlife that abounded. That ship burned in 1939, but a replacement was soon found and tours continue today. The railroad stopped visiting Alton in 1935, but with the advent of the auto, tourism in Alton is as strong today as it ever was. The train station still exists, but is used now as a community center for Alton residents.
Alton is a horseshoe-shaped town with Lake Winnepesaukee filling in the “U” to create the five-mile long Alton Bay. Alton Bay is the tourism center of Alton, with many restaurants, video arcades, ice cream shops, gift shops, miniature golf, a marina and much, much more. It’s easy to spend a weekend enjoying the sights and sounds of Alton Bay – which is why it’s such a popular vacation destination. For those who live in Alton, it’s just another charming part of their already wonderful community.
Alton is a member of School Administrative Unit #72 which operates the Alton Central School, educating Alton children from preschool age through the eighth grade. High school-age children attend the Prospect Mountain High School, also in Alton, which is run in cooperation with neighboring Barnstead, NH.
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more beautiful location here in New Hampshire to settle down and raise a family. Retirees will love Alton for its seclusion and friendly environment – Alton has something for everyone. If you’re considering a move to New Hampshire, your first stop should be with Jim Miller of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. Call Jim at (603) 801-3987 to find out what homes are available, what each NH community is like, what the market is doing – anything he can do to make your home-buying experience less stressful, just ask. That’s why he’s here, that’s what he does. Call today – New Hampshire homes move quickly!
Alton Central School (p/k-8)
(603) 875-7500
Prospect Mountain High School (9-12)
(603) 875-3800
Current Alton, New Hampshire MLS Listings for Single Family Homes
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Gorgeous new home; to be built by Bluewater Construction! Have the benefit of building on one lot and saving the other for a guest house or for a family member. Be totally involved in color and style choices Not many properties like this available anymore. A point of land w/565'wf & 2.79ac, sand beaches,a new 5BR septic installed, and a 2nd State approved septic design(5BR).Spectacular views, deepwater boathouse, (permits in hand for improvements).All in an area of fine homes, a beautiful site for an estate type property.2 lots of record, have 2 homes! |
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First time offering - superior quality lake home, with carriage and boathouse. The property is located in the highly desired Lakeside at Winnipesaukee waterfront community of fine homes, minutes from downtown Wolfeboro, NH. Lakeside is the old Camp Kehonka property and this home is on the camp directors site, chosen as the prime spot on the shoreline. Amenities include two sandy beaches, underground utilities and tennis courts. The home was built w/ every attention to detail, including custom woodwork and commercial grade systems. Features include central air, master bedroom w/ bath, irreplaceable screen porch, security system, wine cellar, upgraded tile and cathedral ceilings. The property is comprised of two waterfront parcels boasting 285 feet of water frontage, two car attached garage, a guest dock, a two bay boathouse and a carriage house w/ another 2 car garage. Dont compromise, this is the complete package! |
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23 Acre Family Compound on Lake Winnipesaukee. Spectacular piece of property with 650 feet of frontage, 3 lots of record, private drive over owned pond and brook, covered boat dock, beach, huge sunsets, long views with protection from the prevailing wind. Year round home with 4 vintage well maintained lake front cabins. One mile to Wolfeboro. |
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Exceptionally-crafted, 7300 sq.ft. custom built Adirondack-Style lake house located in one of Winnipesaukee's finest waterfront developments. This property offers 150FT of waterfront with breakwater and large dock, expansive views of the Ossipee Mountain range, 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, gourmet kitchen, open bright floor plan with soaring ceilings in the great room and magnificent stone fireplace, 1st floor master suite and spa bath, 1st floor library, guest suite, beautiful cherry hardwood floors and 5 fireplaces throughout. Enjoy the lower-level entertainment and lounge area plus 4-car garages. Estimated completion late Spring. |
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Truly spectacular custom-built Adirondack lake house on 200' of Lake Winnipesaukee waterfront with boathouse, walk-in sandy beach and fabulous sunsets! This property is complete with private guest quarters with kitchenette; master bedroom suite with fireplace, jetted tub and lakeside balcony; gourmet kitchen with beautiful cherry cabinets, built-in cherry hutch, (2) farm style sinks, (2) dishwashers and granite counter tops; open-concept with views from most rooms, great room boasts cathedral ceilings and soaring stone fireplace, cherry hardwood floors throughout, (5) fireplaces and lower level entertainment area with bar and stone fireplace. Relax and enjoy beautiful sunsets from the screen porch and/or sunroom. Professionally landscaped accented by stone walls, granite stairs and patios. Superior Quality inside and out! See additional still photos in virtual tour. |
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Not many properties like this available anymore. A point of land w/565'wf & 2.79ac, sand beaches,a new 5BR septic installed, and a 2nd State approved septic design(5BR).Spectacular views, deepwater boathouse, (permits in hand for improvements).All in an area of fine homes, a beautiful site for an estate type property.2 lots of record, have 2 homes! |
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Views Views and more views. To be built by one of the finest builders in the Lakes Region Beckwith Builders. Features too numerous to list. Great location with long views and walk in sugar sandy beach. Complete package available. |
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New Winnipesaukee Adirondack to be built. Sandy beach, views, exquisite wood detail, gourmet kitchen, vaulted great room w/fieldstone FP, screened porch, covered decks, walk-out lower level w/guest suite & rec room, unfinished bonus room. Similar homes to view. Broker interest. Subject to state & local permits. Pictures facsimile |
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New Adirondack under construction on a great Winnipesaukee lot w/2 lots of record, 2 car detached and another 30x35 accessory building that could store boats or other vehicles on 2nd lot. U-shaped dock,level, southern exposure, protected yet with great views. Located in one of Alton's finest neighborhoods,constructed by one L.R. finest builders. |
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