9 Island St

Historic Lakefront Home with Private Beach, Dock & Extraordinary Outdoor Living Some homes simply provide shelter. A rare few change the way you live. Imagine waking to the gentle call of loons drifting across the water, sipping your morning coffee lakeside as the sun rises, walking a few steps to your private dock for an early paddle, and ending each day watching spectacular sunsets paint the sky in shades of gold, crimson, and lavender. Welcome to The Charles Harris House one of Harrisville's most iconic and beloved waterfront homes. Perfectly positioned on the shoreline in the heart of one of New England's most charming and historic villages, this remarkable residence has become part of the fabric of Harrisville itself. It has appeared in architectural publications, tourism materials, postcards, and photographs admired by people around the world. Visitors often stop simply to admire it, while those fortunate enough to live here enjoy something far more valuable the privilege of calling it home. Now, a private three-bedroom residence within this extraordinary historic home is available for lease. Inside, timeless New England craftsmanship blends beautifully with thoughtful modern updates. Rich hardwood floors, oversized windows, multiple fireplaces, soaring ceilings, and remarkable architectural details create a warmth and authenticity that simply cannot be replicated in newer construction. The beautifully updated kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, quality appliances, generous workspace, and plenty of room for preparing memorable meals while family and friends naturally gather around the island. But what truly sets this home apart begins the moment you step outside. This is more than waterfront living. It is a way of life. Spend mornings fishing or kayaking from your private dock. Swim from your own beach on warm summer afternoons. Read beneath the waterfront cabana as a gentle breeze moves across the lake. Host dinners in the lakeside gazebo while the sun slips behind the hills. Relax on expansive waterfront decks with a favorite book, a glass of wine, or simply the peaceful sounds of nature surrounding you. Every season offers its own kind of magic. Summer brings boating, swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, and evenings spent outdoors long after sunset. Autumn transforms Harrisville into one of New England's most breathtaking displays of color, with reflections dancing across the lake just beyond your windows. Winter invites cozy fires, peaceful snowfalls, skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing just steps from home. Spring welcomes nesting loons, returning wildlife, flowering trees, and another season of unforgettable memories waiting to be made. Even after years here, you'll still find yourself pausing to appreciate moments that most people experience only while on vacation. Despite its peaceful waterfront setting, you're only a short walk from the Harrisville General Store, library, church, post office, and the timeless village center that makes Harrisville one of New Hampshire's hidden treasures. Features You'll Love: Spacious 3-bedroom historic waterfront residence Private beach Private dock Waterfront cabana Separate lakeside dining gazebo Expansive outdoor entertaining spaces Extraordinary great room with 3 fireplaces Beautiful hardwood floors throughout Updated granite kitchen 88 Amp Level 2 EV charger with wi-fi Pet-friendly (because home isn't complete without them) Available furnished or unfurnished Flexible lease terms (mid-term or long-term) Quiet, professionally managed property A Home for Every Stage of Life Whether you're a retired couple ready to enjoy the lifestyle you've spent a lifetime earning, professionals working remotely who would rather look out at a lake than a parking lot, a family seeking a truly special place to call home, or someone considering a move to the Monadnock Region before purchasing, opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. This isn't simply another rental. It's where grandchildren learn to fish from the dock. Where dogs race joyfully into the lake. Where holiday dinners become lifelong traditions. Where friends linger on the deck because no one wants the evening to end. Where ordinary Tuesdays somehow feel like vacations. This residence occupies its own private portion of the historic Charles Harris House, with a separate entrance and dedicated outdoor living areas that provide privacy while allowing you to enjoy one of the most remarkable waterfront settings in New Hampshire. Properties of this caliber seldom become available. If you've been searching for an authentic New England waterfront lifestyle rather than simply another place to live, we'd be delighted to show you this remarkable home. Schedule your private tour today. The photographs are beautiful but standing on the deck, listening to the loons across the lake, is something no camera can truly capture. Rent amount is negotiable, depending on length of rental term (3 - 18 months), whether renter wants dock installed, use of boats, and whether it is rented furnished or unfurnished and other options. All offers will be considerd - those less than the asking price as well as those over the asking price. Owner pays for water, renter pays for electricity, propane, and other utilities.