luxury architect houses for sale Surry, United States

Once in a lifetime a commercial property becomes available that is steeped in American history while retaining its timeless elegance, offering a compelling business opportunity in a unique mountain and riverfront setting. This is that property. The Merrill House is a vast Gilded Age country estate with a storied past, on 126 acres in the beautiful mountains of Western Maine. In the early 1900s, Henry Varnum Poor (founder of Standard & Poor's, later the S&P 500) carried out the final expansion, with contributions from influential architects Stanford White and Frederick Law Olmstead. It has been home to 8 generations of the same family, the setting for a major motion picture, and a profitable retreat, event, and vacation rental venue. The property offers extensive manicured lawns, gardens, trails, and magnificent views. The main home boasts 16 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a stately dining room, and an impressive Great Hall for which photos do not do justice. There are also income-producing caretaker's cottage and barns, and generous garage and workshop space. Originally homesteaded in 1791, the Merrill House is poised for its next owner to carry on its legacy, own a piece of American history, and operate a successful business in a setting like no other. Perhaps a retreat center, outdoor adventure base, or wedding venue. The property is partially heated, supporting three-season occupancy of up to 32 overnight guests, and four season for up to 12 overnight with 6 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, study, & Great Hall, with 200-amp electrical service and updated plumbing. Merrill House is surrounded by four-season outdoor recreation. Bethel, ME is about 30 minutes away, as are the Sunday River and Black Mountain ski areas. The Appalachian Trail is about 12 minutes away, and numerous walking, biking, ski, and motorsports trails right out the door. Rangeley, ME is about 1 hour away and Portland International Jetport and North Conway, NH are about 90 minutes away.

Set on over three acres in the heart of Wolfeboro, this stately 1897 Queen Anne Victorian, attributed to renowned architect George Barber, is a rare offering where history, character, and opportunity come together. Inside, the main house welcomes you with a gracious formal entry, double parlors, a large kitchen with formal dining room, three bedrooms, and 2.5 baths, plus an unfinished attic with potential for additional living space. Original architectural details shine throughout, from three working fireplaces to the grand turret with curved glass windows and beautifully preserved period millwork. Recent upgrades, including the addition of a full bathroom, refinished floors on the second level and stairs, mini-split systems, a new boiler, updated electrical, and fresh exterior paint, add comfort and ease while honoring the home’s enduring charm. Outside, a detached carriage house currently used for retail, a separate office, dual street frontage on Center and Willow, and Limited Business District zoning open the door to a range of future possibilities. Just steps from the Cotton Valley Rail Trail, downtown Wolfeboro, and Winnipesaukee’s Back Bay, this is more than a historic property. It is a setting for the next chapter.

There is nothing like this on Lake Winnipesaukee. Offered together as a private Winter Harbor compound, 14 & 20 Gateway Road encompass approximately 3 acres +/- with approximately 370' +/- of combined waterfront, two residences, extensive docking, and a sandy walk-in beach. The centerpiece, completed in 2023, is an approximately 8,600-square-foot contemporary residence was engineered by Thornton Tomasetti. Brazilian black slate and engineered rift oak floors, solid rift oak interior doors, hand-selected natural quartzite, custom millwork, stained red cedar siding, Douglas fir porch ceilings, and IPE decking define the build. A fully integrated Control4 system governs lighting, climate, Lutron power shades, and distributed audio. An 800-amp electrical service is supported by 45 kW generator backup. Six bedrooms, six full baths, three half baths, generous gathering spaces, and multiple professional-grade kitchen and prep stations support serious entertaining. At 20 Gateway, a cantilevered steel boathouse with rooftop entertaining deck is paired with a no-profile boat lift, 50-foot aluminum Lift-A-Dock, and sandy walk-in beach. At 14 Gateway, 195 feet of Winter Harbor frontage includes expansive U-shaped covered docking with room for multiple boats and watercraft. The classic 1958 Winnipesaukee cabin at 14 Gateway sits on approximately two additional acres and offers three bedrooms, one full bath, warm wood interiors, and a broad lakeside deck. More time capsule than guest house, it provides a distinct counterpoint to the contemporary residence. This is a finished, move-in-ready Winter Harbor compound that brings together contemporary architecture, a preserved vintage lake cabin, approximately 370' +/- of waterfront, extensive boating infrastructure, and approximately 3 acres +/- in one exceptional offering. Please note all acreage, waterfrontage, sq footage, bedrooms and baths have been combined to reflect the whole compound.