288 Cushing Corner Rd, Freedom, NH 03836

One can only hope to look this good at 141 years old as this Center Chimney Cape! Don't let the age fool you--at Maplewood Farm, this 1875 home has been professionally updated, upgraded, and maintained all while remaining true to its' era! See for yourself why homes like this continue to withstand the test of time and are a welcome hallmark to the New England landscape. Set alongside a hill on one of the most breathtaking roads in NH, this 4+ acre registered farm, is dappled by sugar maples that are tapped each year and nostalgic stone walls that frame the perimeter. Two story attached barn with breezeway has perfectly preserved some of the many uses the property once served, including gardening and canning. Out back is a sizable heated storage building that would make the perfect artist retreat, sugar shack, or simply dry storage for equipment. Small chicken coop is in great shape, though retired, and is ready to raise a new flock. The wide sweeping covered porch welcomes you home after a long day and is neatly framed by ever blooming perennials during the summer months. The large mudroom leads directly into the kitchen, making light work of grocery detail! Beadboard cabinets and built in pantry once serving as the "summer kitchen"--are now a part of the permanent feature to the layout. With windows on every wall of the home, each room is bathed in warm natural light throughout the day. Solid wood planked floor in much of the house boast no sag despite 100+ yrs of defying gravity. Fluid floor plan makes the first level great for entertaining guests! Dining room off kitchen could easily accommodate any number of dinner guests before retreating to the warmth of the cozy Jotul woodstove in the family room. Surrender at the end of the day to the sizeable master bedroom overlooking the yard while the others can rest privately just down the hall. Loads of storage throughout the upstairs yields great closet space particular to each bedroom, without compromising bedroom size. For the warmer months, newly added patio entertainment space off the kitchen is home to an outside bar area as well as fire pit. Take in the stars at night where there is no interference from city lights and listen to the breeze wisp through the aged sugar maple trees that adorn the yard. Back portion of property abuts almost 200 acres of conservation land. To be conveyed is the deeded access across from the front porch to almost a full acre of land to be timbered and cleared. Granite foundation has been [re]fortified ensure the building can withstand another 100 years while the sump pump stands guard against unwanted water in the basement. Systems such as boiler and water heater have been modernized and updated. All this located just moments from the center of the beautifully historical and patriotic town of Freedom, NH. Residents can enjoy private beach passes to area lakes and ponds, like Ossipee and Loon Lake. Or enjoy the recreational offerings afforded by trails, conservation land, or King Pine with the convenience of area attractions just a short ride down the road. Bring your small-town farm-dreams home to roost!