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1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo
1000 Upper Mad River Road, Thornton, NH 03285 Photo

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  • Listing Provided by:
    Owls Nest Real Estate
    Phone: 401-648-5308
    Agent: Tom DeMatteo IDX logo

  • 2
    Beds
  • 252
    Square Feet
  • SAU 2 and 48
    School
  • 5095761
    MLS#
$40,000
Status: Under Contract
1000 Upper Mad River Road Thornton, NH 03285

Property Description

Hidden among the towering pines of Thornton and tucked away beyond a year-round brook crossing lies a rare piece of old New Hampshire. Accessed by deeded right-of-way from a publicly maintained town road, this one-acre parcel has been cherished by the same family for generations and offers a setting that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from Waterville Valley and endless White Mountains recreation. Built around 1970, the rustic cabin sits approximately 450 feet from the road and remains surrounded by old-growth forest, with seasonal mountain views already visible and even greater view potential with selective clearing. Though unused for roughly the past decade, the cabin retains much of its original character, including a stone fireplace with wood stove, sleeping loft, two bedrooms, and an existing outhouse. With no electricity, well, or septic, the property has long served as an off-grid retreat and presents a unique opportunity for restoration, continued seasonal enjoyment, or simply preserving a disappearing style of New Hampshire camp ownership. The former access road historically allowed four-wheel-drive vehicles directly to the cabin and could potentially be reclaimed. The mostly level lot offers room to expand clearings while maintaining the privacy and tranquility that make this setting so special. Surrounded by former farmland and with nearby access to skiing, hiking, and year-round recreation, this is a property for those who appreciate simplicity, adventure, and places with history. Offered strictly as-is, this hidden retreat is not for everyone?but for the right buyer, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're seeking a rustic getaway, hunting camp, family retreat, or a project with character, this is a chance to own a small piece of the White Mountains at an exceptional value.

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Property Features

MLS Number: 5095761
Subdivision:
County: Grafton
Bedrooms: 2
Total Square Feet: 252
Style: Cabin
New Constuction: No
Construction: Log Home
Waterfront: No
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Cooling: None
Heating: Wood, Wood Stove
Lot Size: 1.00 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt Shingle
Stories: 1.0
Taxes: $1,541
Year Built: 1970

Feature Descriptions

Construction: Log Home
Construction Status: Existing
Days on Market: 5
Driveway: Right-Of-Way (ROW)
Exterior: Log Home
Flood Zone: No
Foundation: Post/Piers
Home Style: Cabin
Lot: Country Setting, Mountain View, Secluded, Timber, Trail/Near Trail, View, Walking Trails, Wooded, Mountain, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near Public Transport, Near Railroad, Near Hospital, Near ATV Tr
Number of Rooms: 3
Roads: Other
Sewer: None
Sq. Ft. Above Grade Finished: 252
Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 252
Total Stories: 1
Water: None
Zoning: Residential

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Broker Name: Owls Nest Real Estate
Agent Name: Tom DeMatteo
Broker Phone: 401-648-5308

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Agent Name: Charles Crannell
Agent Phone: (603) 991-9421
Broker Title: Badger Peabody & Smith Realty

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$ 336.07 per month $195.99 Principal & Interest $128.42 Property Tax $11.67 Homeowner's Insurance

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