Burpee Hill Farm is located on 26 acres in New Londons finest neighborhood and enjoys the premiere location on top of the hill. Most rooms, decks and terraces feature wide panoramic expansive views of 10 mile long Lake Sunapee, Mt. Sunapee and a necklace of interconnecting hilltops. Facing south and west, Burpee Hill Farm and neighboring properties also feature vistas of wide lawns, open pasture and meadows, old stone walls and magnificent trees. Burpee Hill was established in the late 1700s and many early homesteads still remain. The main home was designed by Royal Barry Wills and built new in 2005. The Chalon style English kitchen features cabinetry by local craftsman Bruce Sanborn, a magnificent cherry island created by Brooks Woodworking in Mt. Kisco NY and marble kitchen counters. The chef in your family will be delighted by the Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and walk-in butlers pantry. The living room features wide windows framing the magnificent views. California stones in the fireplace are heated by propane flame and cast a lovely glow on a winters evening. The arch of a built-in bookcase is repeated in arches that lead to the first floor library or master suite. Light a crackling fire in the modified Rumford style library fireplace. A cozy retreat - this special room features Small Bone bookcases for your favorite novels and reference material. High speed internet and DSL lines are available on Burpee Hill. The first floor master suite features a private stone and flagstone terrace and wide windows overlooking pastures to the lake beyond. The elegant master bath features a soaking tub which fills by a warm water spout from the ceiling. The dressing room offers areas for hanging and folded clothing. Upstairs find two large bedroom suites with adjoining full bath. The owners and architect chose to preserve the magnificent 3000 square foot 4 story barn. Originally constructed in the late 1700s - the barn is cleverly connected to the new home by a powder room, laundry area leading to an exercise room, open and enclosed porches and a fantastic inviting recreation room designed for a pool table and the after-party. Lucky guests or family members can head upstairs to a two bedroom guest apartment which combines the charm of the old with the convenience of the new. The barn apartment offers soaring ceilings, old beams, an open concept kitchen/living dining all with wide windows on the views. A crackling fire in the gas fireplace can be enjoyed from many vantage points. The top floor offers two private bedrooms. A two car garage has been created inside the barn. A detached 2 car garage is ready for your boats, bikes and toys. The lowest level features a dance studio, exercise area and ample storage. All living areas open to the in-ground heated Gunite swimming pool. Surrounded by decks and terraces, the pool area also features a charming fountain and gorgeous established flower beds. Earlier residents at 493 Burpee Hill included Davis R. Dewey, distinguished faculty member of M.I.T and founder of the American Historical Association in 1884. Mr. Dewey was passionate about his gardening and the current owners have carried on this tradition. Using Roger Wells Design they have created an undulating landscape where new stone walls meet walls created 200 years ago. Magnificent maple and oak trees have been preserved. Native shrubs and flower gardens provide opportunity for dabbling without requiring too much effort. Burpee Hill Farm is a signature property unrivaled in this special region of New Hampshire. Offered for the first time in 20 years this special property will surprise and delight you.
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