Step into timeless charm with this beautifully updated colonial farmhouse, where classic character meets modern comfort. Currently a successful smoke- and pet-free short-term rental, it’s equally ideal as a full-time residence, weekend escape, or income-generating retreat. Inside, enjoy soaring ceilings, exposed beams, pine floors, and thoughtful finishes throughout. The kitchen features butcher block counters, stainless steel appliances, a matching range hood, and a cozy breakfast nook. Original pocket doors separate the living and dining rooms, offering flexible entertaining space. The main floor includes a large bedroom, a bright study or family room, full bath with laundry, eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room, and mudroom. Upstairs offers four bedrooms, a full bath, and walk-in closet/office. The third floor has full-height ceilings and stunning views—ideal for a studio, game room, or additional bedrooms. Mini-split A/C and multiple heating options provide year-round comfort. Outside, take in peaceful views of a horse pasture and stream, explore caves, enjoy a private deck, relax near the handcrafted stone wall, or take a slide down the sledding hill. This is more than a home—it’s a place that invites connection, creativity, and calm. Rarely does a property offer this much charm, space, and versatility.
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Listed by:
Jessie Carpenter,
Keller Williams Realty Metro-Keene 603-352-0514,
Diana Elfreich,
Keller Williams Realty Metro-Keene
$575,000
196 South Road, Swanzey, NH 03446
5beds
2,815sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1853
1.5 Acres Lot
$570,900 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stunning viewsPrivate deckSledding hillFour bedroomsStainless steel appliancesButcher block countersSoaring ceilings
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Listed by:
Jessie Carpenter,
Keller Williams Realty Metro-Keene 603-352-0514,
Diana Elfreich,
Keller Williams Realty Metro-Keene
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5036887

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Alternative Heat Stove, Baseboard, Forced Air, Mini Split
Cooling
- Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Gas, Domestic Water Heater, Dryer - Gas
Features
- Hearth, Common Heating/Cooling
- Flooring: Softwood, Tile
- Basement: Bulkhead,Dirt Floor,Stairs - Interior,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Fireplaces - 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,060
- Total interior livable area: 2,815 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,815
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, Bathroom w/Step-in Shower, Bathroom w/Tub, Kitchen w/5 Ft. Diameter, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: 2.5
- Stories: 2.5
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 254
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Level, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: SWNZM024B008
- Zoning description: 1F RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Timber Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Fieldstone
- Roof: Shingle - Architectural,Shingle - Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1853
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: 1250 Gallon, Holding Tank, Leach Field, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable, Gas - LP/Bottle, Satellite, High Speed Intrnt -Avail
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Swanzey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $475,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,455
- Date on market: 4/18/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
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