10-12 Exeter Rd #1, Newmarket, NH 03857

Rare opportunity to rent a premium downtown Newmarket 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with detached two car garage. Located in a circa 1820 owner-occupied home, you'll love the privacy of one of the largest downtown lots with a location steps away from everything. The nicely landscaped yard is sculpted with granite walls, steps and recently installed brick walkways. Built two hundred years ago for the son of James Creighton, a principal developer and builder of the granite buildings and mills in town, this property is full of character and unique features. This apartment exudes charm with a mix of antique and modern details. Eastern morning light in the primary bedroom, southern exposure in the second bedroom, living room and kitchen, and western late day sun in the large mudroom/utility room. Enjoy both breakfast and dinner with sun in this apartment. The yard is partially fenced and is lined with a magnificent willow tree, a French lilac and several sugar maples that provide shade in the summer months. Unit was gutted and renovated four years ago and blown-in insulation was added as well. Custom built-in shelving in second bedroom and mudroom. Marble topped bathroom vanity with slow-close drawers. Refinished antique wide plank pine flooring throughout most of apartment and a hickory hardwood floor installed in kitchen. New light fixtures plus a salvaged vintage Schoolhouse pendant light in dining area. Updated appliances include gas stove, large refrigerator, and dishwasher. Bonus mudroom/utility room has washer and dryer. This room receives such great light it could also be used as a sun room with a stuffed chair and cafe table! Steps away from The Stone Church Music Club, restaurants, the COAST and UNH busses, boat launch, and Schanda Park. The two car garage is readied for an electric car charging station and is perfect for a part time business that needs a workshop or extra space. Two person maximum occupancy. No smoking on property. Pets considered. Owner pays for water and sewer. Renter pays for gas and electric (heating). Two person maximum occupancy. No smoking on property.