Washington, New HampshireWashington, New Hampshire, is a small town in the southwestern part of the state. Located in Sullivan County, this little town is home to just over 1000 people. Washington, NH, is a quiet, unassuming community surrounded by the natural beauty that is the scenic New Hampshire countryside. One visit to Washington will have you looking to purchase a home there. The town of Washington was first created in 1735 as Monadnock Number Eight, one in a line of towns running down New Hampshire’s western edge designed to act as forts in an effort to defend against Native American attacks. No one settled the area, so it was regranted in 1751 by New Hampshire’s Governor Benning Wentworth. Named New Concord at the time, the area was still unsettled by those to whom it was granted, so soon thereafter a man by the name of Reuben Kidder acquired the grant and renamed it Camden. By 1768 several settlers had made Camden their home and within five years the town had over 130 residents. At the end of 1776, Camden residents petitioned the young American revolutionary government to incorporate their town and rename it Washington, in honor the Revolutionary War hero, General George Washington. The petition was granted and Washington, NH, became the first town to carry the future president’s name. Inside of 60 years, the town of Washington, NH, had grown from 130 people to well over 1100. Streams provided enough water power to run mills and it wasn’t long before Washington became a major producer of lumber (including barrel staves, furniture and raw planks), bricks, washboards and textiles (mostly woolen). The area was rife with sheep farms producing both the wool for textiles and mutton for consumption. By the mid-1800’s, the railroad came to Washington and with it came tourists to enjoy the stunning natural beauty of western New Hampshire. Soon hotels and cottages were constructed on the shores of the small lakes that dot the area. However, Washington as a resort town was short-lived as the railroad began bringing people further north into the White Mountains to other, more popular resorts and attractions. The town’s population diminished and by 1960 there were barely over 150 people living there. Today, though, Washington attracts families who enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty this region of the state offers. Washington itself has little business to speak of, but a short drive up the road will bring you to Claremont, or down the road to Keene. Both of those cities are considerably larger than Washington and can provide most anything you could need or want. Washington, NH, is a member of School Administrative Unit #34 and maintains its own elementary school, Washington Elementary. All other students are tuitioned to the Hillsboro-Deering Cooperative and attend both the Hillsboro-Deering Middle School and High School. Washington is a great place to visit, but an even better place to live. If you’ve ever wanted to buy a home somewhere that’s “away from it all”, Washington may be the town for you. To find out, you should call Jim Miller Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage at (603) 801-3987. Jim wants to be your NH buyer agent and promises to act only on your behalf and only in your best interest. Jim knows the Granite State, the communities within and the people who live here like few others. Call him today and see how easy it can be to become a part of the big, happy New Hampshire family. Washington Elementary School (k-5) Hillsboro-Deering Middle School (6-8) Hillsboro-Deering High School (9-12) Current Washington New Hampshire Real Estate MLS Listings for Single Family Homes
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Views Of 3 Lakes; Waukewan, Squam, And A Large Part...
$5,000,000
Meredith, NH
2 br, 2 ba, 1,600 ft² Residential
Views Of 3 Lakes; Waukewan, Squam, And A Large Part Of Winnipesaukee.....and Then There Are Sweeping, Long, Grand Mountain Views In Every Direction.
There Is Nothing To Compare To This Mountaintop Retreat. So Private, Yet Only A Couple Of Miles Into...
This Waterfront Rye Home Enjoys Magnificent Creek,...
$4,995,000
Rye, NH
6 br, 10 ba, 9,250 ft² Residential
This Waterfront Rye Home Enjoys Magnificent Creek, Harbor And Ocean Views Along With Many Sweeping Views Of Manicured Golf Fairways And Greens. A Coastal New England Design Provides Classic Roof Lines, Columns And Overhangs With Cedar Shingle Siding,...
Elegant 10,400 Sq Ft Estate Blends Integrity, Quality...
$4,888,888
Wolfeboro, NH
5 br, 9 ba, 10,328 ft² Residential
Elegant 10,400 Sq Ft Estate Blends Integrity, Quality And Function. There Is No Home Like It. Yes, It Has A 34 X 34 Boathouse, 250 Ft Of Frontage, Caribbean Sandy Beach, Dock, Tennis Court That Becomes A Rink In Winter, That Is Where The Similarity Ends....
A Once In A Lifetime Offering. After 80 Wonderful Years...
$4,750,000
Tuftonboro, NH
4 br, 3 ba, 2,400 ft² Residential
A Once In A Lifetime Offering. After 80 Wonderful Years Of Lakeside Memories At "foxwood" The Sanders Family Have Decided It's Time To Sell. "foxwood" Is A 98.5 Acre Parcel Of Land With 822 Feet On Lake Winnipesaukee And Natural Sandy Bottom Beach. Improvements...
One Of The Finest Estates On The Lake. This Amazing...
$4,500,000
Wolfeboro, NH
6 br, 6 ba, 9,260 ft² Residential
One Of The Finest Estates On The Lake. This Amazing Lakeside Property Offers The Finest Amenities On A Spectacular Private Setting That Includes Beautiful Mountain And Islands Views With Plenty Of Sunshine. This Level Lot Has A Sugar Sand Beach And Mature...
Welcome To The Top Of The World. This Is The Ultimate...
$4,450,000
Gilford, NH
4 br, 7 ba, 11,334 ft² Residential
Welcome To The Top Of The World. This Is The Ultimate In Privacy, Serenity And Elegance. Incredibly Beautiful, This Craftsman Mission Style Home Exudes Warmth, Texture And Detail Throughout. You Will Be Mesmerized By The Sweeping Views Of The Valley And...
Located In Tuftonboro, Nh This Rare Lake Winnipesaukee...
$4,300,000
Tuftonboro, NH
2 br, 2 ba, 2,000 ft² Residential
Located In Tuftonboro, Nh This Rare Lake Winnipesaukee Property Has 40+/- Private Acres With 1,450+/- Feet Of Sandy Frontage On The Lake. A Classic Antique Post And Beam Cape Is Located At The Entrance Of The Property Offering Overflow Guest Space Or...
Incredible House And Location, The Ultimate In Lakeside...
$4,300,000
Meredith, NH
7 br, 8 ba, 10,769 ft² Residential
Incredible House And Location, The Ultimate In Lakeside Living On The "big Lake"! Exceptional Adirondack Style, Warm And Inviting, Handcrafted Home That Was Designed For Quiet Evenings Or Entertaining A Crowd. Soaring Fieldstone Fplc In Great Room Open...
Sewall Road ~ Lake Winnipesaukee. Two Homes On One...
$4,300,000
Wolfeboro, NH
7 br, 9 ba, 9,720 ft² Residential
Sewall Road ~ Lake Winnipesaukee. Two Homes On One Estate In A Beautiful Setting Facing Westerly To The Belknap Mountains. Level Shorefront Lot With Sandy Beach And Lake Bottom. Bright Sunshine And A Lakeside Barbecue With A Boat Waiting At The Dock....
Perched Atop The White Mountains, Minutes To Skiing...
$4,250,000
Campton, NH
6 br, 4 ba, 11,910 ft² Residential
Perched Atop The White Mountains, Minutes To Skiing And The Lakes Region, "cheddar Ridge" Welcomes You To True Paradise. Situated On 477 Acres With Over 35 Miles Of Interior Roads And Carriage Paths, Multiple Ponds, And Some Of The Most Breathtaking Views...
Nothing Short Of Spectacular. A Rare Find On Lake...
$4,200,000
Alton, NH
19 br, 14 ba, 10,500 ft² Residential
Nothing Short Of Spectacular. A Rare Find On Lake Winnipsaukee. 615 Of Waterfront,11.9 Acres, 2 Sandy Beaches, Long Lake And Mountain Views, With Amazing Sunsets. 7 Cottages Existing. All Survey Work Has Been Done. Perfect For A Private Estate, Family...
Truly One Of The Finest Lakefront Properties In New...
$4,100,000
New London, NH
7 br, 4 ba, 3,736 ft² Residential
Truly One Of The Finest Lakefront Properties In New Hampshire, This Classic Summer Cottage Is Offered To The Market For The First Time Since It Was Built In 1934. Located On The Coveted Eastern Shore Of Sunapee, The Main Residence And Guest Cottage Are...
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