About 217 Forest Acres Road
Nestled on 100 feet of exclusive waterfront on Messer Pond, this beautifully designed 3 bedroom 2.5 bath McGray & Nichols home offers the perfect blend of comfort, light, and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy desirable first-floor living with a spacious primary suite featuring built-in shelving and an en suite bath with tiled shower and soaking tub. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming feel throughout. The open-concept living area is ideal for entertaining or relaxing by the fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, where everyone can gather. Step outside to a screened-in porch and expansive deck, perfect for enjoying peaceful water views. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, an office, a utility room with a workbench, and a generous common room with a wood stove. Walkout access to a second deck provides flexible space for guests, work, or recreation. Located just minutes from downtown New London, enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, a hospital, grocery store, and summer stock theater. Municipal access to Little Lake Sunapee and Pleasant Lake includes town beaches and playgrounds. Only 15 minutes to Mount Sunapee Resort and Adventure Park, 30 minutes to the Upper Valley, and 90 minutes to Boston. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy waterfront living with both convenience and charm.
Features of 217 Forest Acres Road
| MLS® # | 5090805 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,275,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,467 |
| Acres | 0.46 |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Residential |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 217 Forest Acres Road |
|---|---|
| Area | New London |
| City | New London |
| County | Merrimack |
| State | NH |
| Zip Code | 03257 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Propane |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Lake |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Hardwood, Tile |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Heating | Baseboard, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Mini Split |
| Cooling | Mini Split |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Roof | Standing Seam |
|---|---|
| Waterfront Name | Messer Pond |
School Information
| District | Kearsarge Sch Dst SAU #65 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Kearsarge Elem New London |
| Middle | Kearsarge Regional Middle Sch |
| High | Kearsarge Regional HS |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | May 25th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 102 |
| Zoning | R2 - Residential |
Listing Details
| Agent | Carter Bascom |
|---|---|
| Office | Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty |
