Howard House (1829), regarded as one of the most exceptional examples of a Federal home in central NH and VT, boasts careful preservation and restoration (most recently by Housewright Construction),as well as the subtle introduction of modern conveniences, including central air. This home, surrounded by 14 acres of well-tended trees and landscaping, enjoys the northernmost location of Orford’s nationally recognized row of 7 Federal houses paralleling the Connecticut River. This perch affords a dramatic, unimpeded view up the valley over fields and historic Orford cemetery, as well as a separate westward vista over well-designed perennial beds to the spectacular Palisade across the river. Behind the house there is open lawn, specimen trees, a tennis court, a heated Hartley greenhouse that’s accessible directly from the house, and a fenced-in vegetable garden. Numerous eye-catching architectural details include generously proportioned rooms, lofty ceilings, a stunning spiral staircase, De Gournay ‘Early View of India’ wallpaper, and decorative painting on walls and cabinetry. In addition, there are charming private quarters with a separate entrance. The property is quite private and yet within 3-minute drive to a Connecticut Riverboat landing, the Lake Morey Resort, 3 restaurants, 2 markets, conserved trails for hiking, and I-91 for a 20-minute trip to the Hanover Green. A rare chance to own an extraordinary historic house on lush grounds in a picturesque river town.
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Listed by: Williamson Group Sothebys Intl. Realty
Bought with: Martha E. Diebold/Hanover
$2,054,000
594 NH Route 10, Orford, NH 03777
5beds
5,827sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1829
14 Acres Lot
$2,115,900 Zestimate®
$352/sqft
$5,747 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.86M - $2.41M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Chapin,
Williamson Group Sothebys Intl. Realty Cell:603-290-0275
Bought with:
Jane Darrach
Martha E. Diebold/Hanover
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5047824
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Down Draft Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Wall Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Oil Water Heater, Exhaust Fan
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Bulkhead,Concrete Floor,Insulated,Interior Access,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,781
- Total interior livable area: 5,827 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,827
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch, Enclosed Porch, Heated Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Tennis Court(s)
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 203
Lot
- Size: 14 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Country Setting, Landscaped, Major Road Frontage, Open Lot, Secluded, Views, In Town, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: ORFOM00008L000091S000061
- Zoning description: Historic district
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Wood Frame, Brick Exterior, Clapboard Exterior, Wood Exterior
- Foundation: Brick, Stone
- Roof: Metal,Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1829
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator
- Sewer: 1500+ Gallon, Leach Field, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Propane, Telephone at Site, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orford
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $2,054,000-17.8%$352/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Price change | $2,500,000-12.3%$429/sqft |
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| 6/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,850,000+141.7%$489/sqft |
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| 6/5/2018 | Sold | $1,179,000$202/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39,281 +5.9% | $1,130,401 -0.3% |
| 2023 | $37,082 +15.7% | $1,133,997 0% |
| 2022 | $32,038 +12.7% | $1,134,085 |
| 2021 | $28,421 | $1,134,085 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $28,421 +1.6% | $1,087,686 +16.5% |
| 2019 | $27,983 +7.7% | $933,387 0% |
| 2018 | $25,987 +1.8% | $933,434 +0% |
| 2016 | $25,537 -15.5% | $933,363 |
| 2015 | $30,204 | $933,363 |
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Neighborhood: 03777
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NASamuel Morey Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Rivendell AcademyGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Samuel Morey Elementary
- Middle: Rivendell Academy
- High: Rivendell Academy
- District: Rivendell Interstate Sch Dist
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New Hampshire
- Grafton County
- Orford
- 03777
- 594 NH Route 10
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