Waterfront
Address
4 Balsam Drive, Gilford, NH
Price
$ 495,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#5107833
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBELKNAP
- CityGilford
- AreaBelknap
- NeighborhoodGunstock Acres
- Zip03249
- StyleSaltbox,Post and Beam
- Year Built1986
- Price$ 495,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1456
- Lot Size0.74 Acres
Data Source:
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Property Description
Post and beam, and you feel it the moment you step inside. The exposed timber frame is the heart of this Gunstock Acres home, and it gives the interior a warmth and craftsmanship that newer construction spends real money trying to imitate. Open, bright, and full of character, with the kind of interior that photographs well and lives even better. The floor plan is easy to love. Two bedrooms, plus a bonus room on the lower level that adapts to whatever you need it to be. Guest space, home office, studio, den, or a spot for the kids to disappear into on a rainy afternoon. The kitchen has been refreshed with updated appliances and is ready to cook in on day one. The same owners have cared for this home and lived in it for 22 years, and that shows everywhere you look. The driveway has just been repaved. The yard is beautifully landscaped and fully established, the kind of mature planting that takes years to come in and cannot be bought at a nursery on a Saturday morning. This is a house that has been maintained rather than merely occupied. Ownership here includes membership in the Gunstock Acres Trust, which holds several acres and fronts Lake Winnipesakee with a private beach area reserved for members. Swim, paddle, picnic, or spend an entire July afternoon at the water without carrying the cost of lakefront ownership. It is one of the quiet advantages of this neighborhood, and it is the reason people who buy here tend to stay. The location is hard to beat for four season living. Gunstock Mountain Resort is minutes away for skiing, hiking, and the adventure park. Gilford village, Laconia, Weirs Beach, and the restaurants and shops of the Lakes Region are all close, and the Winnipesaukee shoreline is a short drive in the other direction. Snowmobile and hiking trails are practically out the door. Well built, loved, and genuinely move in ready. Cute as a button on the outside, solid where it counts underneath, and waiting on the right owner to write the next chapter.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Gilford Elementary | Gilford Middle | Gilford High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed $495,000 |
General Features
| Road Frontage | Yes |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Leach Field,Septic |
| Heating | Oil,Hot Water |
| Cooling | None |
| Utilities | Cable |
| Possession | At Closing |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater off Boiler,Tank Water Heater |
| Garage | No |
| Flood Zone | No |
| Zoning | SFR |
| HOA Fee | 220 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Year Built | 1986 |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service,Circuit Breaker(s) |
| Subdivision | Gunstock Acres |
| Style | Saltbox,Post and Beam |
| Stories Count | 1.5 |
| Tax Rate | 11.85 |
| Type | Single Family |
| Documents Available | Deed,Property Disclosure,Tax Map |
| Property Condition | Existing |
| Assessment Amount | 387170 |
| Possible Use | Residential |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Electric Company | Eversource |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Yearly |
| Covenants | Yes |
| Fee Includes | Recreation |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame,Vinyl Siding |
| Directions | From Cherry Valley Rd,turn onto Balsam Drive. Follow to #4 on the right. GPS is accurate. |
| High School | Gilford High School |
| City | Gilford |
| Property Class | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Basketball Court,Beach Access,Beach Rights,Boat Mooring,Day Dock,Tennis Court |
| Other Equipment | Antenna,Satellite Dish,Smoke Detector |
| School District | Gilford Sch District SAU #73 |
| Seasonal | No |
| Elementary School | Gilford Elementary |
| Middle School | Gilford Middle |
| DOM | 9 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 339.97 |
| Last Updated | 09/02/2026 15:38:49 |
Interior Features
| Basement Description | Concrete Floor,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walkout |
|---|---|
| Interior Amenities | Wood Fireplace,1 Fireplace,Kitchen/Dining,Living/Dining,Natural Woodwork,Vaulted Ceiling,Basement Laundry |
| Basement | Yes |
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Tile |
| Beds | 2 |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Room 1 Level | 1 |
| Internet | High Speed Intrnt Avail |
| Total Finished Area | 1456 |
| Rooms: Level 2 | Level 2: Bedroom,Level 2: Full Bathroom,Level 2: Primary Bedroom |
| Rooms: Level 1 | Level 1: Full Bathroom,Level 1: Dining Room,Level 1: Foyer,Level 1: Kitchen,Level 1: Living Room,Level 1: Office/Study |
| Room 9 Type | Primary Bedroom |
| Room 9 Level | 2 |
| Room 9 Dimensions | 11'9 x17'7 |
| Room 8 Type | Bedroom |
| Room 8 Level | 2 |
| Room 8 Dimensions | 12'8 x11'1 |
| Room 7 Type | Bathroom Full |
| Room 7 Level | 2 |
| Room 7 Dimensions | 7'4 x5'1 |
| Room 6 Type | Bathroom Full |
| Room 6 Level | 1 |
| Room 6 Dimensions | 7'4 x5'1 |
| Room 5 Type | Office/Study |
| Room 5 Level | 1 |
| Room 5 Dimensions | 10'8 x11'1 |
| Room 4 Type | Kitchen |
| Room 4 Level | 1 |
| Room 4 Dimensions | 10'8 x13'7 |
| Room 3 Type | Dining Room |
| Room 3 Level | 1 |
| Room 3 Dimensions | 20'3 x8'2 |
| Room 2 Type | Living Room |
| Room 2 Level | 1 |
| Room 2 Dimensions | 14'8 x16'6 |
| Room 1 Type | Foyer |
| Room 1 Dimensions | 7'9 x5'9 |
| Basement Access Type | Walkout |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Corner,Country Setting,Open,Ski Area,Sloping,Wetlands,Mountain,Near Country Club,Near Golf Course,Near Paths,Near Skiing,Neighborhood,Near Hospital,Near School(s) |
|---|---|
| Exterior Amenities | Deck,Garden Space,Natural Shade,Shed |
| Driveway | Paved |
| Lot Size Area | 0.74 |
| Water Source | Community,Public |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Paved,EV Charging Station(s) |
| Water Body Name | Lake Winnipesaukee |
| Foundation | Concrete |
| Lot | 20 |
| Color | Gray |
| Road Frontage Length | 352 |
| Road Frontage Type | Paved,Public,Public Maintained Road |
| Surveyed | Unknown |
| Water Body Type | Lake |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 32234 |
| Water Body Access | Yes |
| Water Access Details | Beach Access,Municipal Residents Only,Shared-Private |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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